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Home My WebLink AboutBOARD STANDING COMMITTEES - 11042013 - FHS Cte Agenda Pkt FAMILY & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE November 4, 2013 1:00 P.M. 651 Pine Street, Room 101, Martinez Supervisor Candace Andersen, Chair Supervisor Federal D. Glover, Vice Chair Agenda Items: Items may be taken out of order based on the business of the day and preference of the Committee 1.Introductions 2.Public comment on any item under the jurisdiction of the Committee and not on this agenda (speakers may be limited to three minutes). 3. CONSIDER the staff recommendations for appointments to the Advisory Council on Aging and forward the Committees recommendations to the Board of Supervisors for appointment. 4. CONSIDER appointing Kelvin Tang to the Member-at-Large Seat #4 on the Managed Care Commission as recommended by Health Services Department. 5. CONSIDER recommendations for appointments to the Contra Costa Inter-Jurisdictional Council on Homelessness (CCICH) and revisions to the bylaws to adjust the name and types of seats as recommended by CICH. 6. ACCEPT the annual update on the ILSP Program. Valerie Earley, EHSD, Presenter 7. ACCEPT the report from the Health Services Department, Public Health Division and forward the information to the Board of Supervisors for review. Denice Dennis, Health Services Public Health Division, Presenter 8.The next meeting is currently scheduled for December 2, 2013 at 1:00 P.M. in Room 101, 651 Pine Street, Martinez, CA. 9.Adjourn The Family & Human Services Committee will provide reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities planning to attend Family & Human Services Committee meetings. Contact the staff person listed below at least 72 hours before the meeting. Any disclosable public records related to an open session item on a regular meeting agenda and distributed by the County to a majority of members of the Family & Human Services Committee less than 96 hours prior to that meeting are available for public inspection at 651 Pine Street, 10th floor, during normal business hours. Public comment may be submitted via electronic mail on agenda items at least one full work day prior to the published meeting time. For Additional Information Contact: Dorothy Sansoe, Committee Staff Phone (925) 335-1009, Fax (925) 646-1353 dorothy.sansoe@cao.cccounty.us FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 3. Meeting Date:11/04/2013 Submitted For: FAMILY & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE, Department:County Administrator Referral No.: Referral Name: Appointments to the Advisory Concil on Aging Presenter: Contact: Jaime Ray, (925) 602-4172 Referral History: Referral Update: Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s): Attachments Memo and Applications Kathy Gallagher, Director 40 Douglas Dr., Martinez, CA 94553 Phone: (925) 313-1579 Fax: (925) 313-1575 www.cccounty.us/ehsd. MEMORANDUM DATE: 09/16/2013 TO: Family and Human Services Committee CC: John Cottrell, Director Aging and Adult Services Lori Larks, Division Manager, Area Agency on Aging FROM: Jaime Ray, Secretary for the Area Agency on Aging / Staff to the ACOA SUBJECT: Advisory Council on Aging – Appointment Requested The Contra Costa Area Agency on Aging (AAA) recommends the following individuals for reappointment to At-Large seats on the Contra Costa Advisory Council on Aging (ACOA) with terms expiring on September 30, 2015: At-Large Seat #9 Lori Hefner At-Large Seat #11 Edward Schroth At-Large Seat #15 Mary Bruns At-Large Seat #16 Robert Leasure At-Large Seat #19 Laurie Ulrick At-Large Seat #20 Susan Frederick Recruitment is handled by both the Area Agency on Aging, the ACOA and the Clerk of the Board using CCTV. Members of the AAA staff have encouraged interested individuals including minorities to apply through announcements provided at the East, Central and West County Senior Coalition meetings and at the regular monthly meetings of the ACOA. The Contra Costa County EHSD website contains dedicated web content where interested members of the public are encouraged to apply and are provided an application with instructions on whom to contact for ACOA related inquiries, including application procedure. All MAL applicants for reappointment were interviewed by members of the ACOA Membership Committee. The Membership Committee and the Council’s President Dr. Robert Leasure recommend the reappointment of all MAL applicants listed above; please find copies of applications received for membership reappointment provided as separate attachments. Thank You Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Print Form Contra Costa County For Office Use Only For Reviewers Use Only: Date Received: Accepted Rejected BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS APPLICATION MAIL OR DELIVER TO: CaTa Coota CArty a.ERK a:ll-E ElC\AAD 651 P'ne Street, Rm. 100 IVati1ez, Caibria 94553-1292 PLEASE lYPE OR PRINT IN IN< (Each Position ~ires a SeparaIe AppicaIion) BOARD, COMMITTEE OR COMMISSION NAME AND SEAT TITLE YOU ARE APPLYING FOR: Itt>VfSOL'( Co VWC,'t.... ~N ~'-IN(;" /'filL-It, PRINT EXACT NAME OF BOARD, COMMITTEE, OR COMMISSION PRINT EXACT SEAT NAME (if applicable) 1. Name: '-IE"II .s " L.6 /{~d£/l.r ~/L.,-eN (Last Name) (First Name) (Middle Name) 2. Address: ~1:....:1,--=',----_(j,_t.6....;..E_4~(',_l.._._c::.._r.....I..'-==)....:.JItL..:N~V..:.-.1t..l.._G.lf,.:.....:....../!.....-...:f_f.!.....-r_:a.---=(."~Il....(./_ (No.) __ (Street) (Apt.) (State) _____ (Zip Code) - (Work No.) (Cell No.) 4. Email Address:ARe..4.$«re..(2G11h1c.#... f. n e. + (Home No.) 5. EDUCATION: Check appropriate box if you possess one of the following: High School Diploma III G.E.D. Certificate D Califomia High School Proficiency Certificate D Give Highest Grade or Educational Level Achieved 1) Oc..TDIl.. D t:' H (£ t> I C I " ~ Names of colleges I universities attended Course of Study I Major ~ Degree Awarded Units Completed Degree Type Date Degree Awarded I Semester Quarter A) ulll'l. 11..,1.1 N"tll:!I PA,-f1IZI> Yes No . .. 1# B) "I//~. 1'-'-11101 S H6J) 11:.1 ~IE Yes No :A I'f.]). If",,;z C) Yes No D) Other schools I training completed: ~AJ/~. I '-1.1 liD I ~ Course Studied Hours Completed Me f). 1L..s 1'bS/Ia" Certificate Awarded : ,,~ Ye!~wa4-.·0~ THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT Page 40 6. PLEASE FILL OUT THE FOLLOWING SECTION COMPLETELY. List experience that relates to the qualifications needed to serve on the local appointive body. Begin with your most recent experience. A resume or other supporting documentation may be attached but it may not be used as a substitute for completing this section. A) Dates (Month, Day, Year) Duties Performed From To 1t\G.llA-kr, ~~I-+4. G,~~o(l3 -""Se-.l' .' Ho u ~", "j G""'-1 P Employer's Name and Address Total: Yrs. Mos . ,. £ y.er. Co~lK .A <Iv ISDrr ec,kA~\ ( 0 f\ 10 7~s. • t (;.("ip "-pL e.5, S fA.+: II L,4:,', nj Hrs. per week __. Volunteer IiJ v~v~'-~/e.. 8) Dates (Month, Day, Year) Title Duties Performed From To pll"il c-1-i C«" of w.~A."d~ If"~ /11r d..hv..( tr-.( s-f,,~+; ~" ;Employer's Name and Address Total : Yrs. Mos . M ",-17 " f> {t!. -L cf-e ~c.L..3,°r vs . rYl~tA...IL (H J..,t c..: ~ ' ,4-c.. 5 0 G.I to--/-l!. s Hrs. per week (p D . Volunteer t:I 6 ~IOI e., cA4"5 . C) Dates (Month, Day, Year) Duties Performed From To ~vi $0'(11~O -(ffY-~ Employer's Name and Address Total : Yrs . Mos . C £. C4,I.. b i'" ~ "" c.~+er I y. 'f"~ . (Hul) ~~) ~ "---J~$e Hrs. per week __. Volunteer ~ tAVj. f_)..i...V''5/w i=. Duties Performed From To TitleD) Dates (Month, Day, Year) I(.d _i" j ~f~~~~j ~~ 0 f f1~c,J sJ.-161'11'\ -, 't 21 ~e. £ ~ cJ shit Employer's Name and Address Total: Yrs. Mos . C::ro 0 d S ~M""" : ~+bs p ~ ~~ ro~, cA Hrs. per week~. Volunteer IJ THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT Page 41 7. How did you learn about this vacancy? Dccc Homepage DWalk-ln !gJNewspaper Advertisement DDistrict Supervisor DOther __________ 8. Do you have a Familial or Financial Relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors? (Please see Board Resolution no. 2011/55, attached): No ~Yes~ rJ o! If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship: ___________________ I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and understand that all information in this application is publically accessible. I understand and agree that misstatements 1 omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve on a Board, Committee, or Commission in Contra Costa County. Sign Name ~J Date .4+.,.1. .3. ~0 13 Important Infonnation 1. This ~K::ation is a pubic 00ct.ment and is Stbject to the Califoolia PublK; Recads Pd. (CA GrN. Code §6250-6270). 2. Send the canpleted paper applCcfun to the 0fIi:e ci the C81< cithe 80crd at 651 Pine Street, Room 106, Martinez, CA 94553. 3. A resume or cther relevant infoonciDn may be SliJrnitted with this a~IK:cibn. 4. All members are requied to take the foIbMng Iraini1g: 1) The 8rcNJn Pd., 2) The Better Government Ordinarce, and 3) Ethics Trailing. 5. Members d bocrds, coornissions, and coorn~may be requied to: 1) file a Staemeri ci ECOI'lOOlc Interest Form also I<rloMl as a Form 700, and 2) ccmpIete the Stcie Ethics T rainilg Course as requied by AS 1234. 6. AdVtscry body meetings may be held in various locations and sane bcations may not be accessble by pubic transpof1aion. 7. Meeting dates and tines ae subject to change and may occur up to two days per month. 8. Some boards, COO1Il1ittees, or coovnissions may assign merrbers to sul:xxJTvntiees or 'MJrk grou~which may require ~ac:Idronal canmimert d tine. THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT Page 42 THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA and for Special Districts, Agencies and Authorities Governed by the Board Adopted Resolution no. 2011/55 on 2/08/2011 as follows: IN TIIE MA ITER OF ADOPTING A POLICY MAKING F AMIL Y MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS INELIGIBLE FOR APPOINTMENT TO BOARDS, COMMIITEES OR COMMISSIONS FOR WHICH THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS IS THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY WHEREAS the Board of Supervisors wishes to avoid the reality or appearance of improper influence or favoritism; NOW, TIIEREFORE, BE IT RESOL YEO THAT the following policy is hereby adopted: I. SCOPE: This policy applies to appointments to any seats on boards, committees or commissions for which the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors is the appointing authority. II . POLICY: A person will not be eligible for appointment if he /she is related to a Board of Supervisors' Member in any of the following relationships: 1. Mother, father, son , and daughter; 2. Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson, and granddaughter; 3. Great-grandfather, great-grandmother, aunt, uncle, nephew, niece, great-grandson, and great-granddaughter; 4. First cousin; 5. Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and stepdaughter; 6. Sister-in-law (brother' s spouse or spouse's sister), brother-in-law (sister's spouse or spouse's brother), spouse's grandmother, spouse's grandfather, spouse's granddaughter, and spouse's grandson; 7. Registered domestic partner, pursuant to CaJifornia Family Code section 297. 8. The relatives, as defined in 5 and 6 above, for a registered domestic partner. 9. Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the PoliticaJ Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or business associate. THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT Page 43 08/0 8/2 0 13 135PM TEL 8 2 5 378 37 2 1 Ulric k & AS SOcl a te s ~0 00 2/ 0 004 For Reviewers Use Only: Accepted Rejected For Office Use Only Date Received : BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS APPLICATION Contra Costa County 5. EDUCATION: c~ppropriate box if you possess one of the following: High School Diploma ~.E.D . Certificate 0 California High School Proficiency Certificate D Give Highest Grade or Educational Level Achieved,_-'-U.........=.k...Jo..._-l.:::.-X_2.--,)I--___________ THIS FORM ISA PUBLIC DOCUMENT Page 44 08/08/2013 135PM TEL 825 318 3121 Ulrick & Associates @0003/00 04 6. PLEASE FILL OUT THE FOLLOWING SECTION COMPLETELY. LIst experience that relates to the qualifications need lid to serve on the local appointive body. Begin with your most recent experlonce. A resume or other supporting documentation may be attached but it may not be used as 8 substitute for completing this section. B) ates (Month, Day, Year) From To Jtb~rT . Tota~ Moo Hr•. per weekJjkvo,unte~r r'l O('C il-' ~ drr C) Dates (Month, Day, Year) Fro~1° ~ Total : Yrs. ~ D) Dates (Month, Day, Year) From To Total: Yrs . Hrs. per wee~unteer [l THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT Page 45 OB/06/2013 135PM TEL B25 378 3721 Ulrick & Associates @0004/0004 7. How did you learn about this vacancy? l\ / II OCCC Homopage DWalk-ln DNewspaper Advertisement D District SUP8rviso~h9r;=:-tlb~~~'--_-'-__ a. 00 you have a Familial or Financial Re~shlP wIth a member of the Board of Supervisors? (Please 888 Board Re!polutlon no. 2011/55, attached): No -r Yes~ If Yes, please identify the naturQ of the relationship: ___________________ Important Information 1. This appfication is a public docUment and is suqed to the California Public Records Ad. (CA Gov. Code §6250-6270). 2. Serdtheaxnpjeted peperapprlCation toth9 Office of the Clerk of the Board at 651 PineSIreet, Room 106, Martinez, CA94553. 3. A resume CX' othef relevant infom1a~on may be submittEd with this application. 4. All members are required to take the following training: 1) The I3roIMl Ad, 2) The Better Government Ordinance, and 3) Bhlcs Training. 5. Members of ooarcls, axnmissions, and committees may be required to: 1) file a Statement of Economic Interest Form also kn()M1 as a Foon 700, and 2) complete the State Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234. 6. Adliiscry body meeti~may be held in various locations and some locations may not be acoessible by public transJXll1afion. 7. Meeting dates ard times are subje:t to change and may occur up to two days pa" month. 8. &rna boards. committees, Of commissions may assign members to subcommittees or V'.Orl< groups vkiich may require an additional commitment of lime. THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT Page 46 09/0 8/ 20 13 1 .35PM TEL 825 378 3721 Ulrick & Associates 19j 000 1/0004 Facsimile cover Sheet TO: Fax # From: Date: Re: NO OF NO OF PAGES: 4 Jaime Ray, Secretary, AAA 925 602-4178 Laurie ulrick, MA consulting Gerontologist Narrative Time Via 925 376-2771 September 6, 2013 Required Renewal Application Re: MAL #19, Advisory Council on Aging PAGE: 4 Jaime, Here is the completed, signed application regarding renewal of my seat with the ACOA. Thank you. \ -"-- . ..,---.····ILuvul_.... Page 47 Print Form For Office Use Only Date Received: Contra Costa County For Reviewers Use Only: Accepted Rejected BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS APPLICATION MAIL OR DELIVER TO: Contra Costa County CLERK a=THE BOARD 651 Pine Street,Rm.100 Martinez, California 94553-1292 PLEASE TYPE OR PRINT IN INK (Each Position Requires a Separate Application) BOARD, COMMIITEE OR COMMISSION NAME AND SEAT TITLEYOU ARE APPLYING FOR: Area Council on Aging Member at Large PRINT EXACT NAME OF BOARD, COMMIITEE, OR COMMISSION PRINT EXACT SEAT NAME (if applicable) 1.Name:Frederick-----------------------------------------------------------------------------(Last Name) Susan (First Name) Jane (Middle Name) 2.Address: 2227 Greenridge Dr.,Richmond (No.)(Street) 3.Phones: (510) 223-5760 (Home No.) Ca (State) 94803 (Zip Code)(Apt.) (510) 374-0942 (Cell No.) na (Work No.) 4.Email Address:sjf42@aol.com------------------------------------------------------------------- 5. EDUCATION: Check appropriate box if you possess one of the following: High School Diploma ~ G.E.D.Certificate D California High School Proficiency Certificate Ll Give Highest Grade or Educational Level Achieved Masters in Health Services Administration Date Degree Awarded Names of colleges / universities attended Degree Awarded Units Completed Degree TypeCourse of Study / Major Semester Quarter A) Contra Costa Community College Nursing Yes No x AA 1976 B) New York State University Yes No x BSN 1985Nursing C) St Marys College Calif.Yes No x DNursing MSHSA 1988 Certificate Awarded: Yes No [j[J Course Studied Hours CompletedD) Other schools / training completed: THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT Page 48 6.PLEASE FILL OUT THE FOLLOWING SECTION COMPLETELY.List experience that relates to the qualifications needed to serve on the local appointive body. Begin with your most recent experience. A resume or other supporting documentation may be attached but it may not be used as a substitute for completing this section. A) Dates (Month,Day,Year) From To 1991 May 2001 Total:Yrs.Mos. 10 Hrs.per week40+ . Volunteer D B) Dates (Month, Day,Year) From To 1976 1991 Total:Yrs.Mos. 15 Hrs.per week40+ . Volunteer Ll C) Dates (Month,Day,Year) From To Total: Yrs. Mos. Hrs.per week__ . Volunteer D D) Dates (Month,Day, Year) From To Total:Yrs.Mos. Hrs.per week__.Volunteer 0 Title Duties Performed Duties Performed Managed Critical Care Unit Intermediate Care Unit I------------------i (for several years) Surgical UnitEmgloyer's Name and AddressContra Costa Regional Medical Center 2500 Alhambra Ave. Martinez Ca Nurse Program Manager Duties Performed Nursing Care Evening Nurse Supervisor I----=:---:--:--:-:------:-c:--.,...-----l Head Nurse Medical unit Employer's Name and Address Head Nurse Surgical unit Veterans Administration Hospita Head Nurse Intensive Care unit Muir Road Martinez,Ca Title Registered Nurse Title Duties Performed Employer's Name and Address Title Employer's Name and Address THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT Page 49 7. How did you learn about this vacancy? [JCCC Homepagel:lWalk-ln I:INewspaper Advertisement DDistrict Supervisor DOther Internet Pinole Patch 8. Do you have a Familial or Financial Relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors? (Please see Board Resolution no.2011/55,attached): No ~ Yes~ If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:_ I CERTIFY that the statements made by me in this application are true, complete, and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief, and are made in good faith. I acknowledge and understand that all information in this application is publically accessible. I understand and agree that misstatements 1 omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve on a Board, Committee, or Commission in Contra Costa County. SlgnName~~J 'Date:9-\~-\3 Important Information 1. This application isa public document and issuqect to the California Public Records Pet (CA GeN.Code §6250-6270). 2. Send the completed paper application to the Office of the Clerk ofthe Board at 651 Pine Street, Room 106, Martinez, CA 94553. 3.A resune or other relevant information may be submitted with this application. 4.All members are requiredto take the following training:1)The Brown Pet,2)The BetterGovemment Ordinance,and 3) EthicsTraining. 5. Members of boards, commissions, and committees may be requiredto: 1)filea Statement of Economic InterestForm also known as a Form 700,and 2)complete the State EthicsTraining Course as required by AS 1234. 6.Advisory body meetings may be hek::linvarious locations and some locationsmay not be accessible by publictransportation. 7. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two days per month. 8. Some boards,committees,or commissbns may assign members to subcommittees or'NOfkgroups which may require an additional commitment of time. THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT Page 50 THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA and for Special Districts, Agencies and Authorities Governed by the Board Adopted Resolution no. 2011155 on 2/08/2011 as follows: IN THE MATTER OF ADOPTING A POLICY MAKING FAMILY MEMBERS OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS INELIGIBLE FOR APPOINTMENT TO BOARDS,COMMITTEES OR COMMISSIONS FOR WHICH THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS IS THE APPOINTING AUTHORITY WHEREAS the Board of Supervisors wishes to avoid the reality or appearance of improper influence or favoritism; NOW,THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following policy is hereby adopted: I. SCOPE: This policy applies to appointments to any seats on boards, committees or commissions for which the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors is the appointing authority. II.POLICY: A person will not be eligible tor appointment ifhe/she is related to a Board of Supervisors' Member in any of the following relationships: 1. Mother, father,son, and daughter; 2. Brother, sister, grandmother, grandfather, grandson,and granddaughter; 3. Great-grandfather,great-grandmother, aunt, uncle,nephew, niece, great-grandson,and great-granddaughter; 4. First cousin; 5. Husband, wife, father-in-law,mother-in-law,son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson,and stepdaughter; 6. Sister-in-law (brother's spouse or spouse's sister), brother-in-law (sister's spouse or spouse's brother), spouse's grandmother, spouse's grandfather, spouse's granddaughter, and spouse's grandson; 7. Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297. 8. The relatives, as defined in 5 and 6 above, for a registered domestic partner. 9. Any person with whom a Board Member shares a financial interest as defined in the Political Reform Act (Gov't Code §87103, Financial Interest), such as a business partner or business associate. THIS FORM IS A PUBLIC DOCUMENT Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 4. Meeting Date:11/04/2013 Department:Health Services Referral No.: Referral Name: Appointments Presenter: Contact: Dorothy Sansoe, 925-335-1009 Referral History: Recommendations for appointments to various advisory bodies, boards, and commissions are reviewed by the Family and Human Services Committee and referred to the Board of Supervisors with Committee recommendations for appointments. Referral Update: Please see the attached memo from the department. Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s): Approve the appointment as recommended by the Department. Fiscal Impact (if any): No fiscal impact. Attachments MCC Appointment Memo • Contra Costa Alcohol and Other Drugs Services • Contra Costa Emergency Medical Services • Contra Costa Environmental Health • Contra Costa Health Plan • • Contra Costa Hazardous Materials Programs • Contra Costa Mental Health • Contra Costa Public Health • Contra Costa Regional Medical Center • Contra Costa Health Centers • Date: October 21, 2013 To: Family and Human Services Committee, Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors Dorothy Sansoe, Senior Deputy, County Administrator From: Deboran Everist, M.A. Staff to CCHP's Managed Care Commission (925-313-6004) Subject: Appointment to the Managed Care Commission The Managed Care Commission (MCC), in its continued efforts to recommend Commissioners who not only contribute valuable insight into the concerns of the MCC but also reflect the diversity of our community, hereby makes the following recommendation for appointment. This recommendation was adopted unanimously. An application for the new appointment is attached. Appoint Kelvin Tang, to the Member-at-Large Seat #4. The Chair of the MCC would like to respectfully seat this Commissioner at the November 20, 2013 regularly scheduled meeting of the Managed Care Commission. Thank you. ADMINISTRATION 595 Center Avenue, Suite 100 Martinez, California 94553 Main Number: 925-313-6000 Member Call Center: 877-661-6230 Provider Call Center: 877-800-7423 Se Habla Español PATRICIA TANQUARY, MPH, PhD Chief Executive Officer JAMES TYSELL, MD Medical Director A Culture of Caring FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 5. Meeting Date:11/04/2013 Submitted For: William Walker, M.D., Health Services Director Department:Health Services Referral No.: Referral Name: Presenter: Contact: Dorothy Sansoe, 925-335-1009 Referral History: The Family and Human Services Committee routinely reviews appointments to specific advisory bodies, including the Contra Costa Inter-Jurisdictional Council on Homelessness. Referral Update: The Contra Costa Inter-jurisdictional Council on Homelessness (CCICH) Advisory Board is charged with providing a forum for communication about the implementation of the Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness and providing advice and input on the operations of the homeless services, program operations, and program development efforts in Contra Costa County. The CCICH Advisory Board will encourage all members of the community to participate in group discussions and working groups. All interested persons are encouraged to attend meetings, provide input, and voice concerns to the CCICH Advisory Board. The Inter-jurisdictional Council on Homelessness has found it difficult to find and keep members to fill the consumer seats due to the shifting nature of the homeless population. Other seats are also difficult to fill due to their specificity. Although bylaw changes would not necessarily go through the Family and Human Services Committee, the recommendations for appointments to the seats on the Council do. Therefore, the changes to the bylaws and the appointees need to be reviewed together to have a full picture of the Council. Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s): Recommend the Board of Supervisors ADOPT revisions to the bylaws of the Contra Costa Inter-jurisdictional Council on Homelessness to adjust the number, representation, and names of the seats, APPOINT Teri House to the At-Large Seat #1, Doug Stewart to Non-Profit Homeless Services Provider seat, John Garth to the Consumer 1 seat, Sean Connors to the Consumer 2 seat, Stephanie Batchelor to the Consumer Advocate seat, MOVE Stephan Peers from the At-Large Seat #3 to the Faith Community Seat, and DECLARE vacant the At-Large Seat #3. Fiscal Impact (if any): No fiscal impact. No fiscal impact. Attachments By-laws - Marked Copy By-laws - Clean Copy Revised Roster 1 Contra Costa Interagency Council on Homelessness Advisory Board By-Laws (Rules for the Conduct of Business) Approved and Adopted on: ___________________ I.OVERVIEW AND MISSION The Contra Costa Interagency Council on Homelessness (CCICH) Advisory Board is charged with providing a forum for communication about the implementation of the Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness and providing advice and input on the operations of homeless services, program operations, and program development efforts in Contra Costa County. The CCICH Advisory Board will provide a forum for discussing a plan to end homelessness in Contra Costa County, educating the community on homeless issues, and advocating on federal, state, county and city policy issues affecting people who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. The CCICH Advisory Board will encourage all members of the community to participate in group discussions and working groups. All interested persons are encouraged to attend meetings, provide input, and voice concerns to the CCICH Advisory Board. II.FUNCTIONS AND TASKS A. Vote on any issues that arise at Contra Costa Interagency Council on Homelessness meetings. B. Encourage and develop public understanding and education on homeless and housing issues in relationship to the Ten Year Plan. C. Provide advocacy on homeless concerns to the Board of Supervisors and cities located in Contra Costa County. D. Assure diverse population input to CCICH Advisory Board deliberations and decision- making, including consumers and community members, as well as gender, ethnic, cultural and geographical representation. E. Make recommendations about long range planning and policy formulation to the Board of Supervisors and cities located in Contra Costa County. F. Assess effectiveness, quality, efficiency, access, and availability of homeless services throughout the county. G. Recommend HUD McKinney-Vento applications for submission to the Board of Supervisors and Housing and Urban Development annually. 2 H. Facilitate and support the development of funds and resources for homeless services in Contra Costa County in partnership with other jurisdictions located in Contra Costa County. I.Advise the Board of Supervisors, the Director of Public Health, and the Health Services Director, on the special needs of the homeless and matters of urgency regarding homelessness. J.Hear reports from Health Care for the Homeless, discuss issues relating to access to health care for homeless persons, and make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors and to cities located in Contra Costa County to address health care access issues. K. Hear reports from the Consumer Advisory Board, discuss issues that they may bring up, and make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors and cities located in Contra Costa County concerning those issues. III. MEMBERSHIP All members of the Contra Costa Interagency Council on Homelessness (CCICH) Advisory Board must reside in or be employed in Contra Costa County. A. All members of the CCICH Advisory Board shall demonstrate a professional interest in, or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating the impact of homelessness on the people of the County of Contra Costa. B. Membership on the CCICH Advisory Board will be as shown in the chart below. Each seat will have a term of two years expiring in even numbered years: Area of Representation Consumer Seat #1 Consumer Seat #2 Consumer Advocate At-Large Seat #1 At Large Seat #2 At Large Seat #3 County Government Seat #1 County Government Seat #2 Health Care Law Enforcement Faith Community Nonprofit homeless services provider Housing Provider Consumer Alternate * *The appointee to the Consumer Alternate seat will represent either of the appointees to Consumer Seat #1 or Consumer Seat #2 in their abence. In the case of the absence of both appointees, the Alternate will have only one vote on any item. C. All representatives appointed by the Board of Supervisors serve at the pleasure of the Board of Supervisors and may have their appointments rescinded by majority vote of the Board. 3 IV. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA In addition to residency requirements stated in item III Membership, to be eligible for CCICH Advisory Board membership: A. A person must contribute unique expertise, opinions, and viewpoints on homeless issues; B. Where a potential CCICH Advisory Board member represents a coalition, consortium, association, neighborhood group, or voluntary organization, the nominee must represent to the CCICH Executive Committee the group's mission, in addition to personal viewpoints. ; C. No member may be appointed who is an officer, employee or appointee of any group or organization that receives funding from the County Homeless Program. V.WHEN A SEATED MEMBER NO LONGER MEETS THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: If a seated CCICH Advisory Board member no longer meets the residency requirements of other eligibility criteria the Advisory Board: A. May request the CCICH Advisory Board member to submit a statement of resignation to the Advisory Board within 30 days of the change. B. May recommend to the Board of Supervisors the removal of the member and the subsequent appointment of an eligible nominee selected by the Nominating Committee. C. May, where there is no apparent candidate to fill the seat, continue the seated member's participation, with or without limitation, until an eligible candidate is found. D. A designated Advisory Board member, or staff, if any, may, where a resignation is not forthcoming, contact the seated CCICH Advisory Board member who no longer meets the eligibility criteria. VI. MEETINGS AND ATTENDANCE A. The CCICH will set an annual meeting schedule on a calendar year basis. B. Two absences from the regularly scheduled CCICH Advisory Board meeting in a rolling 12-month period will warrant inquiry from the Board as to ability and interest of the individual in continuing as a member. Three absences within a rolling 12-month period from time of appointment will result in a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors that this member be removed from the CCICH Advisory Board. C. Any CCICH member unable to attend a meeting should notify the Administrative Assistant in the County Homeless office. D. The Administrative Assistant will maintain attendance records, and notify the Advisory Board when two absences are recorded. 4 VII. PARTICIPATION AND VOTING OF MEMBERS A quorum of seven (7) CCICH Advisory Board members is required for the conduct of business. Decisions must be made by an affirmative vote of seven members of the CCICH Advisory Board. By-Law amendment requires an affirmative vote of seven members of the Advisory Board for passage of the amendment and submission to the Board of Supervisors for approval. An amendment takes affect only upon approval by the Board of Supervisors. VIII.CONFLICT OF INTEREST A. The CCICH Advisory Board shall follow all provisions of the Brown Act and the Better Government Ordinance in its conduct as a public body. B. After the CCICH Advisory Board has adopted a conflict of interest code members must file an initial and annual conflict of interest statement with the filing officer designated in the code. Failure to file such a statement may result in the removal of a member. IX. OFFICERS A. The CCICH Advisory Board shall elect one chair and one vice-chair to provide for the operation and conduct of business. Terms for the Officers shall be 1 year. Officers may serve no more than two consecutive terms in the same seat. Officers may recommend and implement policies governing the business and operation of the CCICH Advisory Board. B. The Chair of the CCICH Advisory Board shall provide oversight for the operation of the CCICH Advisory Board. The Chair shall preside over meetings of the CCICH Advisory Board. The Chair may call for special meetings of the CCICH Advisory Board or its committees. C. The Vice-Chair shall provide oversight for the operations of all CCICH sub-committees. If the Chair is absent, or the office is vacant, the Vice-Chair shall assume responsibility for the operation of the CCICH Advisory Board. 5 X.COMMITTEE STRUCTURE AND OPERATIONS A. There is only one CCICH standing committee: the Consumer Advisory Committee. This committee is charged with providing information to the CCICH Executive Committee on the effectiveness of the various services, assisting with identification of gaps in services, providing feedback to the CCICH Executive Committee from other consumers, and bringing forward for discussion and possible presentation to the CCICH Executive Committee , ideas and strategies for meeting the goals and objectives in the County's 10- year Plan for Ending Homelessness from a consumer's viewpoint. B. The Executive Committee will create ad-hoc committees as the need arises. The purpose of these ad hoc committees will be to develop recommended solutions to the specific issue for which they were created. The ad hoc committees may be comprised of members of the CCICH and outside individuals. Ad hoc committees may be dissolved upon a vote of the Executive Committee , C. The Executive Committee may create an ad-hoc nominating committee to make recommendations on the filling of vacancies. The ad-hoc nominating committee will solicit and assess applicants, rank them in order of preferred appointment, and submit these recommendations to the CCICH Executive Committee for approval. The CCICH Executive Committee will submit final recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. D. Ad hoc committees can be appointed to address any matters within the jurisdiction of the CCICH Advisory Board. Signed by: ______________________________ Janet Kennedy, CCICH Advisory Board Chairperson 1 Contra Costa Interagency Council on Homelessness Advisory Board By-Laws (Rules for the Conduct of Business) Approved and Adopted on: ___________________ I.OVERVIEW AND MISSION The Contra Costa Interagency Council on Homelessness (CCICH) Advisory Board is charged with providing a forum for communication about the implementation of the Ten Year Plan to End Homelessness and providing advice and input on the operations of homeless services, program operations, and program development efforts in Contra Costa County. The CCICH Advisory Board will provide a forum for discussing a plan to end homelessness in Contra Costa County, educating the community on homeless issues, and advocating on federal, state, county and city policy issues affecting people who are homeless or at-risk of homelessness. The CCICH Advisory Board will encourage all members of the community to participate in group discussions and working groups. All interested persons are encouraged to attend meetings, provide input, and voice concerns to the CCICH Advisory Board. II.FUNCTIONS AND TASKS A. Vote on any issues that arise at Contra Costa Interagency Council on Homelessness meetings. B. Encourage and develop public understanding and education on homeless and housing issues in relationship to the Ten Year Plan. C. Provide advocacy on homeless concerns to the Board of Supervisors and cities located in Contra Costa County. D. Assure diverse population input to CCICH Advisory Board deliberations and decision- making, including consumers and community members, as well as gender, ethnic, cultural and geographical representation. E. Make recommendations about long range planning and policy formulation to the Board of Supervisors and cities located in Contra Costa County. F. Assess effectiveness, quality, efficiency, access, and availability of homeless services throughout the county. G. Recommend HUD McKinney-Vento applications for submission to the Board of Supervisors and Housing and Urban Development annually. 2 H. Facilitate and support the development of funds and resources for homeless services in Contra Costa County in partnership with other jurisdictions located in Contra Costa County. I.Advise the Board of Supervisors, the Director of Public Health, and the Health Services Director, on the special needs of the homeless and matters of urgency regarding homelessness. J.Hear reports from Health Care for the Homeless, discuss issues relating to access to health care for homeless persons, and make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors and to cities located in Contra Costa County to address health care access issues. K. Hear reports from the Consumer Advisory Board, discuss issues that they may bring up, and make recommendations to the Board of Supervisors and cities located in Contra Costa County concerning those issues. III. MEMBERSHIP All members of the Contra Costa Interagency Council on Homelessness (CCICH) Advisory Board must reside in or be employed in Contra Costa County. A. All members of the CCICH Advisory Board shall demonstrate a professional interest in, or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating the impact of homelessness on the people of the County of Contra Costa. B. Membership on the CCICH Advisory Board will be as shown in the chart below. Each seat will have a term of two years expiring in even numbered years: Area of Representation Consumer Seat #1 Consumer Seat #2 Consumer Advocate At-Large Seat #1 At Large Seat #2 At Large Seat #3 County Government Seat #1 County Government Seat #2 Health Care Law Enforcement Faith Community Nonprofit homeless services provider Housing Provider Consumer Alternate * *The appointee to the Consumer Alternate seat will represent either of the appointees to Consumer Seat #1 or Consumer Seat #2 in their absence. In the case of the absence of both appointees, the Alternate will have only one vote on any item. C. All representatives appointed by the Board of Supervisors serve at the pleasure of the Board of Supervisors and may have their appointments rescinded by majority vote of the Board. 3 IV. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA In addition to residency requirements stated in item III Membership, to be eligible for CCICH Advisory Board membership: A. A person must contribute unique expertise, opinions, and viewpoints on homeless issues; Where a potential CCICH Advisory Board member represents a coalition, consortium, association, neighborhood group, or voluntary organization, the nominee must represent to the CCICH Executive Committee the group's mission, in addition to personal viewpoints. B. No member may be appointed who is an officer, employee or appointee of any group or organization that receives funding from the County Homeless Program. V.WHEN A SEATED MEMBER NO LONGER MEETS THE ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA: If a seated CCICH Advisory Board member no longer meets the residency requirements of other eligibility criteria the Advisory Board: A. May request the CCICH Advisory Board member to submit a statement of resignation to the Advisory Board within 30 days of the change. B. May recommend to the Board of Supervisors the removal of the member and the subsequent appointment of an eligible nominee selected by the Nominating Committee. C. May, where there is no apparent candidate to fill the seat, continue the seated member's participation, with or without limitation, until an eligible candidate is found. D. A designated Advisory Board member, or staff, if any, may, where a resignation is not forthcoming, contact the seated CCICH Advisory Board member who no longer meets the eligibility criteria. VI. MEETINGS AND ATTENDANCE A. The CCICH will set an annual meeting schedule on a calendar year basis. B. Two absences from the regularly scheduled CCICH Advisory Board meeting in a rolling 12-month period will warrant inquiry from the Board as to ability and interest of the individual in continuing as a member. Three absences within a rolling 12-month period from time of appointment will result in a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors that this member be removed from the CCICH Advisory Board. C. Any CCICH member unable to attend a meeting should notify the Administrative Assistant in the County Homeless office. D. The Administrative Assistant will maintain attendance records, and notify the Advisory Board when two absences are recorded. 4 VII. PARTICIPATION AND VOTING OF MEMBERS A quorum of seven (7) CCICH Advisory Board members is required for the conduct of business. Decisions must be made by an affirmative vote of seven members of the CCICH Advisory Board. By-Law amendment requires an affirmative vote of seven members of the Advisory Board for passage of the amendment and submission to the Board of Supervisors for approval. An amendment takes affect only upon approval by the Board of Supervisors. VIII.CONFLICT OF INTEREST A. The CCICH Advisory Board shall follow all provisions of the Brown Act and the Better Government Ordinance in its conduct as a public body. B. After the CCICH Advisory Board has adopted a conflict of interest code members must file an initial and annual conflict of interest statement with the filing officer designated in the code. Failure to file such a statement may result in the removal of a member. IX. OFFICERS A. The CCICH Advisory Board shall elect one chair and one vice-chair to provide for the operation and conduct of business. Terms for the Officers shall be 1 year. Officers may serve no more than two consecutive terms in the same seat. Officers may recommend and implement policies governing the business and operation of the CCICH Advisory Board. B. The Chair of the CCICH Advisory Board shall provide oversight for the operation of the CCICH Advisory Board. The Chair shall preside over meetings of the CCICH Advisory Board. The Chair may call for special meetings of the CCICH Advisory Board or its committees. C. The Vice-Chair shall provide oversight for the operations of all CCICH sub-committees. If the Chair is absent, or the office is vacant, the Vice-Chair shall assume responsibility for the operation of the CCICH Advisory Board. X.COMMITTEE STRUCTURE AND OPERATIONS A. There is only one CCICH standing committee: the Consumer Advisory Committee. This committee is charged with providing information to the CCICH Executive Committee on the effectiveness of the various services, assisting with identification of gaps in services, providing feedback to the CCICH Executive Committee from other consumers, and bringing forward for discussion and possible presentation to the CCICH Executive Committee , ideas and strategies for meeting the goals and objectives in the County's 10- year Plan for Ending Homelessness from a consumer's viewpoint. 5 B. The Executive Committee will create ad-hoc committees as the need arises. The purpose of these ad hoc committees will be to develop recommended solutions to the specific issue for which they were created. The ad hoc committees may be comprised of members of the CCICH and outside individuals. Ad hoc committees may be dissolved upon a vote of the Executive Committee , C. The Executive Committee may create an ad-hoc nominating committee to make recommendations on the filling of vacancies. The ad-hoc nominating committee will solicit and assess applicants, rank them in order of preferred appointment, and submit these recommendations to the CCICH Executive Committee for approval. The CCICH Executive Committee will submit final recommendations to the Board of Supervisors. D. Ad hoc committees can be appointed to address any matters within the jurisdiction of the CCICH Advisory Board. Appointment Date Term Expiration Resignation Date Status 1.Seat Title Housing Provider Representatives 3/31/2014 Vacant 2.Seat Title East County At-Large Seat #1 Representatives House, Teri 11/5/2013 3/31/2014 3.Seat Title West County At Large Seat #2 Representatives 3/31/2014 Vacant 4.Seat Title Central County At-Large Seat #3 Representatives Kennedy Janet 8/13/2013 3/31/2014 5.Seat Title County Government 1 Representatives Sansoe Dorothy 5/22/2012 3/31/2014 6.Seat Title County Government 2 Representatives Kain Brenda 5/22/2012 3/31/2014 Seat Title At-Large DELETE Representatives THIS Peers Stephan 10/23/2012 3/31/2014 SEAT Homelessness Advisory Board, Contra Costa Inter-jurisdictional Council on Homelessness REFLECTS SEAT CHANGES AND APPOINTMENTS AS OF NOVEMBER 5, 2013 Appointment Date Term Expiration Resignation Date Status 7.Seat Title Health Care Representative Representatives Shah Nishant Hasmukh 8/13/2013 3/31/2014 8.Seat Title Law Enforcement Representative Representatives Heinemann Robin 5/22/2012 3/31/2014 9.Seat Title Faith Community Representative Representatives Peers, Stephan 11/5/2013 3/31/2014 10.Seat Title Non-Profit Developer or Homeless Services Provider Representatives Stewart Doug 11/5/2013 3/31/2014 11.Seat Title Consumer 1 Representatives Garth John 11/5/2013 3/31/2014 12.Seat Title Consumer 2 Representatives Connors, Sean 11/5/2013 3/31/2014 13.Seat Title Consumer 3 Advocate Representatives Batchelor, Stephanie 11/5/2013 3/31/2014 14.Seat Title Behavioral Health Provider Consumer Alternate Representatives Pollard, Michael 11/5/2013 3/31/2014 FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 6. Meeting Date:11/04/2013 Submitted For: FAMILY & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE, Department:County Administrator Referral No.: 93 Referral Name: ILSP Program Update Presenter: Valerie Earley Contact: Dorothy Sansoe, 925-335-1009 Referral History: The ILSP Program was referred to FHS on . Since that time annual reports are made regarding the services provided and the impact on services. Referral Update: Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s): Attachments ILSP Report ILSP Power Point EMPLOYMENT AND HUMAN SERVICES CONTRA COSTA COUNTY TO:Family and Human Services DATE: November 4, 2013 Committee Members David Twa FR: Kathy Gallagher, Director, Employment and Human Services Department Valerie Earley, Director, Children and Family Services Bureau SUBJECT: Independent Living Skills Program (ILSP) Recommendation Accept this report from the Employment and Human Services Department; and continue to support the Children and Family Services Bureau and its efforts to serve foster youth in the ILSP program. Background The John H. Chafee Foster Care Independence Program (CFCIP) offers assistance to help current and former foster care youths achieve self sufficiency. This legislation, sponsored by the late Senator John Chafee in 1999, doubled funding for state-wide independent living skills (ILS) programs and expanded aftercare services up to age twenty-one. There was overwhelming evidence emerging that youth leaving foster care were in need of greater support from foster care into adulthood. Foster youth nationwide were found to have increased likelihood of early parenting, instability in relationships, not graduating from high school, lower school performance, increased health and mental health problems, homelessness, substance abuse, and a higher rate of unemployment. Youth in foster care often do not experience childhood in the way most children do who live with their families of origin. They have suffered child abuse and neglect, been removed from their families and many older youth spend the remainder of their childhood moving from home to home. Some youth in foster care miss out on participating in sports, arts, birthday parties, spending the night at friend’s homes, and the like. They are in turn exposed to the sub-culture of foster care. They learn the survival skills needed to cope with placement changes and the grief of not being with their families. Instead of developing positive social skills, some are learning to cope with living in a group setting with other foster youth who are struggling with their own issues. ILSP provides activities and supportive services to help encourage positive social development and exposure to typical child hood activities. Through excursions to A’s games and field trips to beaches or bike riding, foster youth are able to experience fun activities that the typical teenager might, but are also mentored in developing positive social skills and are further engaged in the ILS program. The State of California Department of Social Services has emphasized the importance of supporting the well being of foster care and ILSP is one of the mechanisms to provide this support. The ILSP staff is trained in an approach called Positive Youth Development. This approach enables them to engage youth and motivate them to strive to improve their lives. For the past twenty five years the Children and Family Services Bureau of the Employment and Human Services Department has provided services through the Independent Living Skill Program. The program assists youth in a wide variety of areas designed to support a successful transition to adulthood. The ILS program has received recognition throughout the State of California and nation for its service and youth services. The ILS Program is staffed by an ILSP Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator and four ILSP Specialists. For the past five years the program has been staffed by county employees of the Children and Family Services Bureau. Prior to 2008 staff working in the program were contractors, in 2008 they became Contra Costa County employees. The program is funded by the federal Title V-E dollars with a 20% State match towards administrative costs. Progress to Date: Each year ILSP offers a variety of skill building and youth engagement activities. Activities and programs include, but are not limited to, employment preparation, vocational training support, education resources, financial literacy, and housing assistance. The program continues to place emphasis on providing hands-on, experiential learning experiences, and covering four core areas, called the Four Pillars. The Four Pillars consist of Education, Employment, Housing and Well Being. ILSP has a presence in all three regions of the county. Workshops are provided in East, West, and Central to provide youth a shorter distance to travel in order to attend the weekly workshops. This past year, five hundred and twenty-nine (529) current and former foster youth were served both individually and in group settings (i.e. workshops, classes, etc.) An additional four hundred and twenty-six (426) emancipated youth were served in the ILSP Aftercare program. Housing Transitional housing for foster youth and emancipated foster youth continues to be delivered in Contra Costa County. Two providers served the in-care foster youth age 16-18 in transitional housing, called THPP (Transitional Housing Placement Program). Two providers served emancipated youth, aged 18-24, in transitional housing called THP+ (Transitional Housing Program Plus). The emergence of Assembly Bill 12 also known as the Fostering Connections to Success Act created another housing category called THP+ FC (Transitional Housing Program Plus Foster Care). This category serves young adults that have opted to remain in foster care as Non Minor Dependents (18-20). Housing continues to be a significant challenge for foster youth as they emancipate. The Housing Continuum that Children and Family Services created has improved the numbers of youth being served, but now that AB 12 has been implemented, some of the providers are opting to serve the Non Minor Dependent population, creating a need for housing for youth opting to emancipate from foster care at age 18 or 19. We are continuing our efforts to develop housing options in the community (i.e. room for rent) through collaborations with community based organizations and faith based organizations and individual citizens whom are willing to offer support. The continued goal in this area is to develop more permanent housing options for youth. For example, we have established connections with the Housing Authority and receive updates when Section 8 lists become available so that our youth can apply. Additionally, our collaborative partners, such as the County’s Homeless Programs and First Place for Youth, work diligently to develop more permanent housing options and advocate for improved housing options for foster youth. Employment During August 2010 - March 2013, the WIA counselor housed at ILSP served a caseload of 35 current and emancipated foster youth. A partnership between CCCOE YDS, WDB and ILSP made this initiative possible. Youth who participated in the program received academic/career counseling, vocational training, pre-employment training, exposure to post-secondary options, and supportive services. Supportive services were provided in the form of transportation, supplies, and financial assistance. Intensive case management and monitoring was provided to ensure each youth completed their academic/career and or employment goals. The following is a quick snapshot of some of the youth successes through the WIA/ILS program: Youth who entered the WIA program without their high school diploma were provided assistance and alternative pathways to achieve their high school diploma or GED. Through academic counseling and monitoring 8 foster youth between 18- 21yrs. completed their H.S. diploma. Pre-employment skills in the form of workshops, mock interviews, job referrals and 1 on 1 coaching were provided to all 35 who participated in the program. Currently, 17 are still employed part or full time employees. An additional 3 younger foster youth received subsidized summer employment experiences during 2013. Through intensive WIA case management and funding, 7 youth received financial assistance with vocational training. Of the seven, 4 received security guard training, 1 received her Certified Nursing Assistance certification, 1 received her Medical Assistant certificate and 1 received a Technical Skills certificate from the Year Up program. 11 youth entered post-secondary education and received career planning services, referrals and book assistance at their respective school sites. Currently, two are in the process of transferring to a 4 year university. 7 youth improved their literacy skills either in math and/or reading. Pre and post tests prior and after the program were utilized to measure student levels. These youth entered the program below a reading or math grade level of 9th grade. These 7 youth improved 1 or more grade levels in reading or math through tutoring, remedial courses and/or study skill training. In addition to serving the 35 youth on the WIA counselor’s caseload, direct services were also provided to ILSP participants in the form of workshops, individual consultation, and referrals. During the school year, WIA Counselor provided workshops on the following topics: work readiness, tools for academic success, financial aid, interview skills, resume writing and career planning. Every April, a 3-week series on “Women’s Health” was offered to ILSP young ladies to promote empowerment and awareness. All workshops were individually tailored to each class’s needs and abilities. One on one consultation was provided to any ILSP youth on a drop in basis and in need of employment/career services. As an integral part of the ILSP staff, the WIA Counselor attended all ILSP staff meetings, individual youth transition meetings (YTM) and ILSP events. WIA Counselor assists with some ILSP events from planning and chaperoning, to holding information booths and presentations. For example, WIA counselor coordinated the registration for the Foster Youth Education Summit at Los Medanos College where approximately 65 youth attended for two consecutive years. The WIA Counselor also provided the pre- employment training for the Los Medanos Health Care District Summer Work Program for 7youth who received a summer internship. This year, the group of 7 young adults were awarded the 2013 Exceptional Public Outreach and Advocacy award from the California Special District Association for their work that organized a public outreach presentation related to environmental justice through research and development of a campaign targeting air pollutants affecting their community. Education During this year over 120 youth were turning 18 or 19’s year old of which, 73 graduated from high school. All of the graduates were honored at the 25 th Annual CFS ILSP Recognition Dinner where 57 scholarships worth tens of thousands of dollars, were awarded. In addition to providing workshops on financial aid and taking tours of college campuses, ILSP has collaborated with the Assistance League of Diablo Valley to develop a Senior Sponsorship Program. The collaborative program was designed to assist graduating seniors to be able to partake in the typical events that were once difficult for caregivers to afford. Since 2009, the Senior Sponsorship program funds such things as senior pictures, year books, prom tickets, and caps and gowns. It is well documented that foster youth are undereducated and often drop out of high school and lack basic educational skills. Supporting our foster youth to stay in school through such programs helps assist youth strive to achieve graduation. Aftercare Each year, between 100-150 foster youth are able to emancipate from foster care at age 18 or 19 years old. If they choose to emancipate out of foster care, then at that point, they are on their own to support themselves. A few foster youth are fortunate to remain with their resource parents or relatives; other youth are able to participate in the Transitional Housing Program, but many struggle once they leave the system. The funds provide supportive services to emancipated foster youth up to age 21 years old. This past year, 426 emancipated youth were served by ILSP. The needs of emancipated youth are severe. They often call in crisis, homeless and in need of basic things like transportation, food and shelter. Even the foster youth who go off to college, struggle at holiday breaks and summer, when the dorms are closed. The Aftercare program provides emancipated foster youth supportive housing, employment, educational, and crisis services. Leadership Development ILSP promotes the development of leadership in foster youth through their support of the Contra Costa County California Youth Connection (CYC) chapter. CYC is a statewide advocacy organization specifically geared towards developing leadership in foster youth and advocating for the needs of foster youth. CYC has been an active partner in support of positive legislative changes impacting the child welfare system. Additionally, each year ILSP train’s foster youth to participate in a leadership group called the Speaker’s Bureau. These youth are trained in public speaking and work with ILSP to speak to community groups, advocate for legislation at the Capital and be the Youth voice in the child welfare system. This past year, former ILSP participants who now have their college degrees volunteered and instructed ILSP workshops in Health and Well Being, Personal Statement and Goal Setting. Summary/Conclusion Research on the outcomes of emancipated foster youth indicates that they have higher needs than other youth. Rates of homelessness for emancipated foster youth have been found to be as high as 42% and housing moves are generally related to poverty and lack of stable family relationships. They also have high rates of incarceration, especially when they have experienced multiple placements and episodes in foster care. Some of the current information states that 72% of prisoners were once in foster care. The Contra Costa County ILSP has upwards of 900 eligible youth each year and endeavors to fill the void by providing positive development and skill building that older youth in foster care may be missing. Despite a reduction in Child Welfare social workers and funding over the past several years, the ILS program continues to strive to improve the lives of at risk foster youth. Much of the work of the ILSP Coordinators has been to cultivate collaborative partnerships with community based organizations and other foster youth serving groups. Their expertise in engaging youth and motivating them to stay in school, graduate, and get life sustaining employment is critical. With the Board’s continuing support and commitment to the ILS program, foster youth will continue to be provided quality skill building workshops, social skill development and improved transitions into adulthood. CONTRA COSTA COUNTY INDEPENDENT LIVING SKILLS PROGRAM (ILSP) 2012/2013 PROGRAM REPORT FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE /PWFNCFS Who are the Foster Youth Served by ILSP? Children who have been removed from their family’s custody due to neglect and abuse. Children who have not reunified with their family nor have they found a permanent home (i.e. adoption) Children who may have grown up in foster care or just entered as adolescents. Youth who have a Placement Order through the Juvenile Probation Department at the age of 16. What is the Need? Children who emancipate from the foster care system face higher rates of: - Unemployment - Lower Educational Attainment - Incarceration - Dependence on public assistance - Substance abuse - early childbirth - Other high-risk behaviors What is ILSP? “We Deal in Futures” What is ILSP? Programming to support foster youth age 16 to 21 years old to become self-sufficient through skill building, supportive services and positive youth development. Funding and services expanded to State and Federal government via the John H. Chafee Foster Care Independence Act in 1999. The ILSP Program Staff – ILSP Coordinator, Assistant Coordinator and 4 ILSP Specialists Serve all foster youth placed in Contra Costa County including youth from other counties ILSP Youth Center opened in 2001 Collaborative Partners: Contra Costa County Office of Education Contra Costa County Workforce Development Board Youth Council - WIA Contra Costa County Community Colleges Programming and Services Independent Living Skills Workshops – The Four Pillars – Offered in all three regions of the county Housing Employment Education Well-Being Aftercare program for emancipated youth Leadership Development through CYC 2012/2013 Summary 529 total youth were served by ILSP 2 – 15 year olds 23 – 16 year olds 78 – 17 year olds 426 emancipated youth were served in the Aftercare program 139 – 18 year olds 164 – 19 year olds 123 – 20 year olds THP+ has capacity for 12 emancipated youth and THPP has capacity for 24 in care youth THP+FC is expanding as new providers are becoming certified to offer housing services to our Non Minor Dependent Population. We currently work with six licensed agencies 73 youth graduated High School in 2013 Summary In the current economic climate, ILSP plays an even greater role in the lives of foster youth. For some emancipated youth, ILSP is the only support they have in times of crisis. For the youth opting to remain in foster care, ILSP will continue to support and provide direct services resources. ILSP addresses the social and well-being aspects of foster youth. FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 7. Meeting Date:11/04/2013 Submitted For: FAMILY & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE, Department:County Administrator Referral No.: #82 Referral Name: Secondhand Smoke Ordinance Presenter: Denice Dennis Contact: Dorothy Sansoe, 925-335-1009 Referral History: The issue of secondhand smoke and the associated health implications was first referred to the Family and Human Services Committee by the Board of Supervisors on March 1, 2006. Since that time the Health Services Department has provided annual reports to update the Committee and the Board of Supervisors on the problem and progress made to address it. Referral Update: Please see the attached report for detailed information. Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s): ACCEPT the report from the Health Services Department, Public Health Division and forward the information to the Board of Supervisors for review. Fiscal Impact (if any): No fiscal impact - report only. Attachments Second Hand Smoke Report