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FAMILY & HUMAN SERVICES
COMMITTEE
November 28, 2022
9:00 A.M.
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Supervisor Diane Burgis, Chair
Supervisor Candace Andersen, 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. RECEIVE and APPROVE the Record of Action for the October 24, 2022 Family and Human Services Committee
meeting. (Danielle Fokkema, Sr. Deputy County Administrator)
4. CONSIDER recommending to the Board of Supervisors the appointment of Steven A. France to the Education &
Training Seat #1 of the Workforce Development Board for a term ending June 30, 2026, as recommended by the
Workforce Development Board and the Employment and Human Services Department. (Tamia Brown, WDB
Executive Director)
5. CONSIDER recommending to the Board of Supervisors the reappointment of Audra Carrion to the At-Large 1
seat, the appointment of Shelley Clark to the At-Large 2 seat, and the appointment of Alejandra Chamberlain to
the School Representative Seat on the Family & Children’s Trust Committee (FACT) with terms expiring
September 30, 2024, and the appointment of Kirsten Rigsby to the At-Large 3 seat and the appointment of Yvonne
Wadleigh to the At-Large 4 seat on the FACT with terms expiring on September 30, 2023, as recommended by
the Employment and Human Services Department. (Dr. Marla Stuart, EHSD Director)
6. CONSIDER receiving and accepting the recommended changes to the Council on Homelessness bylaws;
6. CONSIDER receiving and accepting the recommended changes to the Council on Homelessness bylaws;
RECOMMEND the reappointment and appointment of Iman Novin, Diane Alcala, Margaret Schiltz, Aissia
Ashoori, Teri House, Renee Morgan, Gabriel Lemus, Maria Fairbanks, Nicholas Carter, John Eckstrom, Jeffrey
Heath, Tanya Jacobs, Abigail Khodayari, Lea Murray, Deanne Pearn, Jonathan Russell, Jai Lotto, Jo Bruno, Emily
Cross, Zachary Franet, Steve Gallion, Brianna Gonzales, Renee Hedrick, Amanda Jenkins, Brandi Martinez, Jessi
Taran, Janae Thomas, Alejandra Chamberlain, Stacy Hart, Michael MacDonald, and Anastasia Padilla on the
Council on Homelessness; accepting the Council on Homelessness Q3 report; and directing staff to forward the
reports to the Board of Supervisors for approval. (Jaime Jenett, Health Services Community Engagement
Specialist)
7. CONSIDER accepting the report from the Employment and Human Services Department (EHSD) on Aging and
Adult Services, including the Master Plan on Aging and directing staff to forward the report to the Board of
Supervisors for their information, as recommended by the EHSD Director. (Dr. Marla Stuart, EHSD Director and
Tracy Murray, Aging and Adult Services Bureau Director)
8. CONSIDER accepting the cumulative evaluation survey summary from the Health Services Department on the
implementation of Laura’s Law – Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) program during the period July 2020
through June 2021, directing staff to forward the report to the Board of Supervisors for their information, and
directing the Department to forward future survey summaries annually and directly to the Board of Supervisors for
their information. (Alison Farringer, RDA Consulting, and Marie Scannell, Forensic Mental Health Chief)
9.The next meeting is currently scheduled for January or February 2023 on a date to be determined.
10.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 1025 Escobar St., 4th Floor, Martinez, 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:
Danielle Fokkema, Committee Staff
Phone (925) 655-2047, Fax (925) 655-2066
Danielle.Fokkema@cao.cccounty.us
FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 3.
Meeting Date:11/28/2022
Subject:Record of Action
Submitted For: FAMILY & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE,
Department:County Administrator
Referral No.: N/A
Referral Name: N/A
Presenter: Danielle Fokkema, Sr. Deputy County Administrator Contact: Danielle Fokkema, (925) 655-2047
Referral History:
County Ordinance requires that each County body keep a record of its meetings. Though the record need not be verbatim, it
must accurately reflect the agenda and the decisions made in the meeting.
Referral Update:
Attached is the record of action for the October 24, 2022 Family and Human Services Committee meeting.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
RECEIVE and APPROVE the Record of Action for the October 24, 2022 Family and Human Services Committee meeting.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
There is no fiscal impact for this action.
Attachments
DRAFT Record of Action FHS 10-24-22
D R A F T
FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES
COMMITTEE
RECORD OF ACTION FOR
October 24, 2022
Supervisor Diane Burgis, Chair
Supervisor Candace Andersen, Vice Chair
Present: Diane Burgis, Chair
Candace Anderson, Vice Chair
1.Introductions
Chair Burgis called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.
2.Public comment on any item under the jurisdiction of the Committee and not on this agenda (speakers
may be limited to three minutes).
No one requested to speak during the general public comment period.
3.RECEIVE and APPROVE the Record of Action for the September 26, 2022 Family and Human Services
Committee meeting.
The Committee approved the Record of Action for the September 26, 2022 meeting as presented.
AYE: Chair Diane Burgis
Vice Chair Candace Anderson
4.RECOMMEND to the Board of Supervisors the following appointments to the Managed Care Commission:
Toni Panetta – Member at Large seat #7, with a term expiring October 31, 2025
Andrew Hayden – Member at Large seat #8, with a term expiring October 31, 2025
The Committee approved the appointments for Board of Supervisors approval as recommended.
AYE: Chair Diane Burgis
Vice Chair Candace Anderson
5.ACCEPT the Needle Exchange Update report from the Public Health Division of the Health Services
Department and DIRECT staff to forward the report to the Board of Supervisors for their information.
Obiel Leyva, Jessica Osorio, and Fátima Matal Sol presented the report to the Committee. The
Obiel Leyva, Jessica Osorio, and Fátima Matal Sol presented the report to the Committee. The
Committee asked staff to speak to the fact that the Needle Exchange Program not only improves
health outcomes for the target population but the program saves the County money. Staff
explained that most of the people in the target population are without insurance. By reducing the
transmission of disease, individuals are less likely to need medical care in the County hospitals
and clinics.
County staff clarified that the exposures listed on page four of the report were not needlesticks.
These exposures included blood to mucous membrane splashes, blood splashes to skin, etc.
The Committee accepted the report and approved staff forwarding it to the Board of Supervisors
for their information.
Public comment was received by one caller.
AYE: Chair Diane Burgis
Vice Chair Candace Anderson
6.ACCEPT the attached report on the Employment and Human Services Department’s Innovative
Community Partnerships.
Tamina Alon and Dr. Marla Stuart, presented the report to the Committee. They corrected a typo
on Slide #8. The Family Violence Prevention Task Force should be through December 2022 rather
than through December 2020. Slide #12 states that the contract for Youth Center Planning
Management will go to the Board of Supervisors on 1/25/23. Dr. Stuart clarified that this will not
be necessary because the contract will be less than $200,000. Slide #12 indicated that Program
Plan will be presented to the Board of Supervisors on 2/15/23 but Dr. Stuart corrected the date to
April 2023.
Dr. Stuart did not have a slide for the department's Navigator Program but she gave a brief
update on the program. The program was awarded an ongoing Measure X annual allocation of
$584,000 to provide short term case management in each Supervisor's district. The goal is to
serve 90% of individuals who are eligible to receive services. District I will have a Navigator at
Lovonya DeJean Middle School. The locations of the other Navigators is yet to be determined.
Chair Burgis asked Dr. Stuart to work with the Department of Child Support Services on any areas
that may overlap with that department.
Dr. Stuart was asked to clarify the population that would be helped by the Refugee Assistance
Program. The question was raised due to when the Board initially approved the program, there
was specific discussion about Afghan refugees. Dr. Stuart explained that refugee status is
designated by the State Department and the program will serve anyone with that designation.
The Committee accepted the report and approved staff forwarding it to the Board of Supervisors
for their information, with the typos in the presentation corrected as discussed.
Public comment was received by one caller.
AYE: Chair Diane Burgis
Vice Chair Candace Anderson
7.The next meeting is currently scheduled for November 28, 2022.
8.Adjourn
Chair Burgis adjourned the meeting at 9:58 a.m.
For Additional Information Contact:
Danielle Fokkema, Committee Staff
Phone (925) 655-2047, Fax (925) 655-2066
Danielle.Fokkema@cao.cccounty.us
FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 4.
Meeting Date:11/28/2022
Subject:Appointment to the Workforce Development Board
Submitted For: FAMILY & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE,
Department:County Administrator
Referral No.: N/A
Referral Name: Appointment to Advisory Bodies
Presenter: Tamia Brown, WDB Executive Director Contact: Tamia Brown, (925) 671-4560
Referral History:
On January 7, 2020, the Board of Supervisors (BOS) adopted Resolution No. 2020/1 adopting policy governing appointments
to boards, committees, and commissions that are advisory to the BOS. Section III.A. of this resolution states that when an
advisory body conducts interviews for at-large/countywide seats, the body's recommendation will be provided to a Board
committee for further review, along with all applications received for the applicable seat(s). In all cases, the Board Committee
decides which applicants to nominate for full Board action.
The Workforce Development Board implements federal requirements for programs to address the education, skills, and
employment needs for a skilled workforce, and that lead to an increase in the skills and earnings of Contra Costa residents.
On March 14, 2016, the Family and Human Services Committee (FHS) accepted the Employment and Human Services
Department's recommendation to decertify the then-current Workforce Investment Act local Board and re-certify a new board
structure in compliance with the new Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA). FHS approved these
recommendations, and the Board did the same at its March 29, 2016 meeting.
Under new standards in WIOA (2016) and as adopted by the Board on March 29, 2016, the new Workforce Development
Board structure is: a total of 23 required seats and 2 "optional seats", consisting of: 13 Business representatives, 5 Workforce
representatives, and 5 Education and Training representatives as follows: (1) Adult Education/Literacy; (2) Higher Education;
(3) Economic & Community Development; (4) Wagner Peyser representative; (5) Vocational Rehabilitation. Also two
additional/"optional" seats that may be filled from any of the 3 categories above.
Referral Update:
Local board structure and size:
Compared to predecessor legislation, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) substantially changes Local
Board composition by reducing local workforce development board size while maintaining a business and industry majority
and ensuring representation from labor and employment and training organizations.
Category – Representatives of Business (WIOA Section 107(b)(2)(A))
Thirteen (13) representatives (52%)
Category – Representatives of Workforce (WIOA Section 107(b)(2)(A))
Five (5) representatives (20%)
Category – Representatives of Education and Training (WIOA Section 107(b)(2)(C))
One (1) Adult Education/Literacy Representative (WIOA title II)
One (1) Higher Education Representative
One (1) Economic and Community Development Representative
One (1) Wagner Peyser Representative
One (1) Vocational Rehabilitation Representative
Two (2) additional seats from the above categories, including constituencies referenced in Attachment III of Training
Employment & Guidance Letter (TEGL) 27-14.
The Workforce Development Board Executive Committee, approved on October 12, 2022 the recommended appointment of
Steven A. France to the Education & Training Seat #1. No other candidates competed for the seat.
Please see the attached memo and application for additional information.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
RECOMMEND to the Board of Supervisors the appointment of Steven A. France to the Education & Training Seat #1 of the
Workforce Development Board with a term expiring June 30, 2026.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
There is no fiscal impact.
Attachments
WDB Appointment Recommendation Memo
Steve A France Application - Redacted
WDB Roster
WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT BOARD OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
4071 Port Chicago Highway • Suite 250 • C oncord, CA 94520
Tel. (925) 671-4560 • Fax (925) 228-0238
Website: www.wdbcc.com
MEMORANDUM
DATE: November 4, 2022
TO: Family and Human Services Committee
CC: Danielle Fokkema, CAO Sr. Deputy County Administrator
FROM: Tamia Brown, Executive Director
SUBJECT: Appointment to Workforce Development Board
This memorandum requests the Family and Human Services Committee recommend to the Contra Costa County
Board of Supervisors the appointment of the following candidates to the new WIOA compliant Workforce
Development Board of Contra Costa County.
Background:
Local board structure and size:
Compared to predecessor legislation, the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) substantially
changes Local Board composition by reducing local workforce development board size while maintaining a
business and industry majority and ensuring representation from labor and employment and training
organizations.
To meet the categorical membership percentages, the WDB recommended a board of twenty-five (25)
members. This option represents the minimum required local board size under WIOA plus an additional six (6)
optional representatives in the following enumerated categories: 1) business; 2) workforce; 3) education and
training.
Category – Representatives of Business (WIOA Section 107(b)(2)(A))
• Thirteen (13) representatives (52%)
Category – Representatives of Workforce (WIOA Section 107(b)(2)(A))
• Five (5) representatives (20%)
Category – Representatives of Education and Training (WIOA Section 107(b)(2)(C))
• One (1) Adult Education/Literacy Representative (WIOA title II)
• One (1) Higher Education Representative
• One (1) Economic and Community Development Representative
• One (1) Wagner Peyser Representative
• One (1) Vocational Rehabilitation Representative
Two (2) additional seats from the above categories, including constituencies referenced in
Attachment III of Training Employment & Guidance Letter (TEGL) 27-14.
TAMIA BROWN
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Recommendation:
a) Recommend approval of local board candidate for the vacant board seat. (Attached application and
board roster) - Approved on October 12, 2022 at the Executive Committee Meeting
• Steven A. France – Education & Training Seat # 1
**No other candidate competed for the Education & Training Seat #1
NEW APPOINTMENT
Seat Last Name First Name Address & District
#
Term
Start Date
Term of
Expiration
District
(Resident)
Education &
Training Seat # 1
France Steven A. Walnut Creek, CA
District #4
10/1/2022 6/30/2026 District #5
Thank you
/rms
attachment
BOARD MEMBERS
Public Roster
MICHAEL MCGILL JERRY L. ARANAS YOLANDA VEGA (CHAIR)
MMS Design Associates, Inc.Lam Research Peak Performance Corporate Training
President/Principal Engineer Business Manager Principal
Committee: Executive & Youth Committee Committee: Youth Committee Committee: Executive & Business & Economic Dev.
Business Seat #1 Business Seat #2 Business Seat #3
Appointment Date: 7/1/2020 Appointment Date: 7/26/2022 Appointment Date: 7/1/2020
Term End Date: 6/30/2024 Term End Date: 6/30/2026 Term End Date: 6/30/2024
TERRY CURLEY (VICE CHAIR)DOUGLAS R. LEZAMETA SARAH A. CHODAKEWITZ
Executive Vice President Founder Director, Government and Community Affairs
United Business Bank Fusion Latina Network John Muir Health
Committee: Executive & Business & Economic Dev. Committee: Business & Economic Development Committee Committee: Business & Economic Development Committee
Business Seat #4 Business Seat #5 Business Seat #6
Appointment Date: 7/26/2022 Appointment Date: 08/01/2021 Appointment Date: 6/7/2022
Term End Date: 6/30/2026 Term End Date: 06/30/2025 Term End Date: 6/30/2026
NICHOL CARRANZA VACANT ROBERT MULLER
Sr. Rep. Corporate Social Responsibility & Public Affairs Martinez Refining Company
Marathon Petroleum Corporation Learning Manager
Committee: Business & Economic Development Committee Committee: Committee: Executive & Youth Committee
Business Seat #7 Business Seat #8 Business Seat #9
Appointment Date: 6/7/2022 Appointment Date: Appointment Date: 7/11/2017
Term End Date: 06/30/2026 Term End Date: 6/30/20XX Term End Date: 6/30/2023
LAURA TREVINO - FERNANDEZ STEPHANIE RIVERA (VICE CHAIR)MONICA MAGEE
Coast Personnel Services Lazarex Cancer Foundation Bishop Ranch
Vice President of Sales Chief Executive Officer Director of Marketing
Committee: Business & Economic Development Committee Committee: Executive & Business & Economic Dev. Committee Committee: Business & Economic Development Committee
Business Seat # 10 Business Seat # 11 Business Seat #12
Appointment Date: 7/1/2020 Appointment Date: 7/1/2020 Appointment Date: 7/1/2020
Term End Date: 06/30/2024 Term End Date: 06/30/2024 Term End Date: 06/30/2024
CORRY KENNEDY
Chevron
Human Resource Manager
Committee: Business & Economic Development Committee
Business Seat # 13
Appointment Date: 7/1/2020
Term End Date: 06/30/2024
BUSINESS SEATS
Tamia Brown
Executive Director
BOARD MEMBERS
Public Roster
THOMAS HANSEN JOSHUA ANIJAR TIMOTHY JEFFRIES
IBEW Local 302 Central Labor Council Contra Costa County BM Local 549
Business Manager Executive Director
Committee: Executive & Youth Committee Committee: Executive Committee:
Workforce & Labor Seat #1 Workforce and Labor Seat # 2 Workforce and Labor Seat #3
Appointment Date: 07/01/2021 Appointment Date: 12/10/2019 Appointment Date: 07/1/2021
Term End Date: 6/30/2025 Term End Date: 6/30/2023 Term End Date: 6/30/2025
STEVE OLDER TRACI YOUNG
Machinists Union Local 1173 Central Labor Council Contra Costa County
Area Director/Business Representative Community Services Director, Labor Liaison to UWBA
Committee: Committee: Business & Economic Development Committee
Workforce and Labor Seat #4 Workforce and Labor Seat #5
Appointment Date: 08/01/2021 Appointment Date: 08/01/2021
Term End Date: 6/30/2025 Term End Date: 6/30/2025
VACANT KELLY SCHELIN
Contra Costa College
Associate Vice Chancellor, Educational Services
Committee: Business & Economic Development Committee
Education & Training Seat #1 Seat No: Business #2
Appointment Date: Appointment Date: 7/1/2020
Term End Date: 06/30/20XX Term End Date: 6/30/2024
VACANT RICHARD JOHNSON KWAME REED
California Employment Development Department City of Antioch
Employment Service/Program Manager II Economic & Community Development
Committee: Committee: Business & Economic Development Committee Committee: Executive & Business & Economic Dev.
Governmental & Eco. & Community Dev. Seat #1 Governmental & Eco. & Community Dev. Seat #2 Governmental & Eco. & Community Dev. Seat #3
Appointment Date: Appointment Date: 7/1/2020 Appointment Date: 7/1/2020
Term End Date: 6/30/20XX Term End Date: 6/30/2024 Term End Date: 6/30/2024
WORKFORCE AND LABOR SEATS
EDUCATION AND TRAINING SEATS
GOVERNMENTAL AND ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SEATS
Tamia BrownExecutive Director
BOARD MEMBERS
Public Roster
LESLAY CHOY DEVONN POWERS
San Pablo Economic Development Humanity Way, Inc.
Executive Director Founder/Chief Executive Director
Committee: Business & Economic Development Committee Committee:
Flex Seat #1 Flex Seat #2
Appointment Date: 7/1/2020 Appointment Date: 12/1/2020
Term End Date: 6/30/2024 Term End Date: 6/30/2024
FLEX SEATS
Tamia Brown
Executive Director
FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 5.
Meeting Date:11/28/2022
Subject:Appointments to the Family and Children's Trust Committee
Submitted For: FAMILY & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE,
Department:County Administrator
Referral No.: 101
Referral Name: FACT Committee At-Large Appointments
Presenter: N/A Contact: Danielle Fokkema, (925) 655-2047
Referral History:
On December 6, 2011 the Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 2011/497 adopting policy governing appointments to
boards, committees, and commissions that are advisory to the Board of Supervisors. Included in this resolution was the
requirement that applications for at large/countywide seats be reviewed by a Board of Supervisors sub-committee.
The Family and Children’s Trust Committee (FACT), was established in 1982 by the Contra Costa County Board of
Supervisors to make funding recommendations on the allocation of a variety of funds for prevention and intervention services
to reduce child abuse and neglect, provide supportive services to families and children, and promote a more coordinated,
seamless system of services for families. Funding for FACT supported projects derived from federal and state program
legislation, and donations to the County’s Family and Children’s Trust Fund.
Every two years, the members of the FACT establish a series of County priorities for the use of these funds through review of
existing data and reports and by holding Public Hearings in various areas of the county. The Committee then develops a
competitive bidding process to select non-profit, community-based agencies that can best provide the services determined to be
most important. Program recommendations are made to the Board of Supervisors which makes the final funding decisions. The
Committee continues to evaluate these funded programs to ensure continued provision of quality service and achievement of
stated goals. Programs currently being supported include countywide parenting classes, therapeutic day care for emotionally
disturbed children, treatment for families, young children and teens with both substance abuse and child abuse issues, services
for homeless families, and projects to support children whose mothers have been victims of domestic violence and sexual
assault.
The FACT has up to fifteen members who are appointed by the Board and include citizens with expertise in children’s issues,
education, law, non-profit agency management, public health, and program research/evaluation. In addition, the Director of the
Child Abuse Prevention Council sits as ex-officio member of the Committee and participates in all matters except actually
voting on funding recommendations. Terms for all Commission seats are two years.
At Large and non-District appointed seat vacancies on the FACT have been assigned for Family and Human Services
Committee (F&HS) review since 2003.
Referral Update:
1. The purpose of this committee is to establish priorities and make funding recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on
the allocation of specific funds for the prevention/amelioration of child abuse and neglect, and the promotion of positive family
functioning. These funds include: Child Abuse Prevention, Intervention, and Treatment funds (CAPIT) funds, (AB 1733), Birth
Certificate revenue to the County Children’s Trust (AB2994), the Ann Adler Children’s Trust funds, Community-Based Child
Abuse Prevention funds (CBCAP) and other funds as may be subsequently directed by the Board of Supervisors.
2. The FACT Committee, in conjunction with the County Administrator’s Office, performs extensive efforts to fill its vacant
seats. The recent recruitment efforts resulted in the receipt of six (6) applications, of which five (5) were received in the last 90
days. The recruitment efforts include releasing public notices on the Employment and Human Services (EHSD) social media
days. The recruitment efforts include releasing public notices on the Employment and Human Services (EHSD) social media
sites, outreach to educational partners, outreach to CFS Community Partnership distribution, outreach to each district
Supervisor’s office and releasing public notice, inviting interested parties to consider membership and soliciting the support of
current members to outreach to potential candidates for consideration for membership.
3. Since April 2022, the FACT Committee has been unable to meet due to lack of quorum, membership and vacancies. As of
current there are nine (9) of fifteen (15) seats vacant. Given the severity of the situation and resulting impact to critical child
abuse prevention funding and services, EHSD sought guidance from the County Administrator’s Office (CAO) to pursue
alternate committee recruitment and appointment options. CAO provided direction to have the EHSD Director request
recommendation of FACT Committee appointments/reappointments based on review and recommendation by FACT Chair
and FACT Co-Chair.
4. To ensure involvement from a voice in the community with the Committee appointments, each new applicant was reviewed
and vetted by the FACT Chair and FACT Co-Chair via an interview and evaluation process. The FACT Chair and FACT
Co-Chair provided interview and evaluation results with recommendation for applicant appointments.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
CONSIDER recommending to the Board of Supervisors the reappointment of Audra Carrion to the At-Large 1 seat, the
appointment of Shelley Clark to the At-Large 2 seat, and the appointment of Alejandra Chamberlain to the School
Representative Seat on the Family & Children’s Trust Committee (FACT) with terms expiring September 30, 2024, and the
appointment of Kirsten Rigsby to the At-Large 3 seat and the appointment of Yvonne Wadleigh to the At-Large 4 seat on the
FACT with terms expiring on September 30, 2023, as recommended by the Employment and Human Services Department.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
There is no fiscal impact.
Attachments
FACT Roster 11-15-22
A. Carrion Application Redacted
A. Chamberlain Application Redacted
K. Rigsby Application Redacted
S. Clark Application Redacted
Y. Wadleigh Application Redacted
FACT ROSTER
November 15, 2022
Committee Seats (5) At-Large Members (5) District Seats (5)
1.First 5 Commission
Exp. 09/30/2022
Vacant
To be filled thru First 5
2.School Representative
Exp. 09/30/2024
Alejandra Chamberlain
Pending Appointment
3.Child Development
Early Childhood
Education/Local Planning
Council
Exp. 09/30/2022
Vacant
4.Child Abuse Prevention
Council
Exp. 09/30/2023
Carol Carrillo, MSW
5.Mental Health
Exp. 09/30/2023
Vacant
1.Audra Carrion
Exp. 09/30/2024
Pending Reappointment
2. Shelley Clark
Exp. 09/30/2024
Pending Appointment
3.Kirsten Rigsby
Exp. 09/30/2023
Pending Appointment
4.Yvonne Wadleigh
Exp. 09/30/2023
Pending Appointment
5.Vacant
Exp. 09/30/2022
District I
Exp. 09/30/2023 Vacant
District II
Exp. 09/30/2023 Mary Flott
District III
Exp. 09/30/2024 Pa’tanisha
Davis Pierson
District IV
Exp. 09/30/2023 David
Leimsieder
District V
Exp. 09/30/2023 Anita Pereira-
Sekhon
DRAFT – Updated November 15, 2022
FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 6.
Meeting Date:11/28/2022
Subject:Council on Homelessness 2022 Quarter 3 Report
Submitted For: Anna Roth, Health Services Director
Department:Health Services
Referral No.: 5
Referral Name: Homeless Continuum of Care / Health Care for the Homeless
Presenter: Jaime Jenett, Health Services Community Engagement Specialist Contact: Enid Mendoza, (925) 655-2051
Referral History:
Council on Homelessness Bylaws and Seat Appointments
As an Advisory Board of the Board of Supervisors and to the Continuum of Care, the Council on Homelessness (COH) assists
and provides guidance in the development and implementation of long-range planning and policy formulation of homeless
issues in Contra Costa County. The bylaws stipulate the names of the seats, which are designed to best represent key
stakeholders working to address homelessness in Contra Costa. The terms of the seats are two years, and every year
approximately half of the 19 seats on the Council expire.
We are recommending 11 candidates for open seats. We are also proposing, through edits to the Bylaws that have been
reviewed and approved by County Counsel, the conversion of one of the Public Safety seats to a second Lived Experience
Advisor seat. This will increase the representation of people with a lived experience of homelessness on the Council.
Increasing opportunities for people with a lived experience of homelessness to share power is in line with best practice across
the nation.
Homeless Continuum of Care Health, Housing and Homeless Services Division staffs the Council on Homelessness, which
functions as both an advisory board to the Board of Supervisors and the governing board of the Contra Costa County Homeless
Continuum of Care. The Council provides advice and input to the Board of Supervisors on the operations of homeless services,
program operations, and program development efforts in Contra Costa County.
Homeless Continuum of Care Report
In November 2014, the Board approved “Forging Ahead Towards Preventing and Ending Homelessness: An Update to Contra
Costa’s 2004 Strategic Plan”, that renewed the County's 2004 plan with the latest data, best practices, and community
feedback and reaffirmed the County's commitment to the Housing First approach. As such, “Forging Ahead” establishes this
guiding principle:
“Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our
system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through shared responsibility, accountability, and transparency of the
community.”
The Strategic Plan Update identifies two goals:
1) Decrease the length of time people experience homelessness by focusing on providing Permanent Housing and Services; and
2) Decrease the percentage of people who become homeless by providing Prevention activities.
To achieve these goals, three strategies emerged:
Implement a coordinated entry/assessment system to streamline access to housing and services while addressing
barriers, getting the right resources to the right people at the right time; and
Use best, promising , and most effective practices to give the consumer the best possible experience through the
strategic use of resources; and
Develop the most effective platforms to provide access, support advocacy, and connect to the community about
homelessness and available resources.
The Homeless Program of the Health, Housing and Homeless Services Division partners with the Homeless Advisory Board
and Continuum of Care to develop and carry out an annual action plan that identifies the objectives and benchmarks related to
each of the goals and strategies of Forging Ahead. Further, the Homeless Program incorporates the strategic plan goals into its
own delivery system of comprehensive services, interim housing and permanent supportive housing as well as contracting with
community agencies to provide additional homeless services and housing with the goal of ending homelessness in our
community.
The Council submitted its last quarterly report to the Family and Human Services Committee on September 26, 2022, which
was approved and accepted.
Referral Update:
The Health Services Department Health, Housing and Homeless Services division and the Council on Homelessness have
prepared revisions to their bylaws, accepted applicants for seats on the Council on Homelessness, and prepared the attached
Homeless Continuum of Care 2022 Quarter 3 report and presentation. Please review the attachments for the quarter 3 updates.
There was an extensive recruitment process to solicit applicants for open seats on the Council on Homelessness. A nominating
panel, created of non-conflicted Council on Homelessness members, reviewed the applications, and following a strict rubric
(last attachment of this report) made recommendations to the Council. The Council voted, at the November 3, 2022, to
recommend the following representatives for the following seats with two year terms:
1) Affordable Housing Developer, Iman Novin, Novin Development;
2) Behavioral Health, Margaret Schlitz, The Hume Center;
3) City Government, Teri House, City of Antioch;
4) Educational/Vocational, Alejandra Chamberlain, CC Office of Education;
5) Emergency Solutions Grant, Gabriel Lemus, Dept. of Conservation and Development;
6) Healthcare, Mia Fairbanks, Healthcare for the Homeless;
7) Homeless Service Provider, Deanne Pearn, Hope Solutions;
8) Lived Experience Seat #1, Juno Hedrick;
9)Lived Experience Seat #2 [pending approval by BOS of creation of the second Lived Experience Seat through pending
Bylaws revisions], Jo Bruno;
10) Veteran, Jai De Lotto, Department of Veteran Affairs;
11) Workforce Development; Janae Thomas, Swords to Plowshares; and
12) Youth, Anastasia Padilla.
The attached “COH Applications 2022” document provides information about the applicants for each category, including
number of applicants and any application materials received. Should all of these recommendations be accepted, there are no
predicted vacancies on the Council on Homelessness for 2023. Please note: The Council is recommending Jo Bruno fill the
Lived Experience Advisor #2 seat if/when the BOS approves change to the Bylaws.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
1. RECEIVE and ACCEPT the recommended changes to the Council on Homelessness bylaws; and
2. RECOMMEND to the Board of Supervisors the reappointment of the following candidates for seats on the Council on
Homelessness for two-year terms through December 31, 2024:
1) Affordable Housing Developer, Iman Novin, Novin Development;
2) Behavioral Health, Margaret Schlitz, The Hume Center;
3) City Government, Teri House, City of Antioch;
4) Educational/Vocational, Alejandra Chamberlain, CC Office of Education;
5) Emergency Solutions Grant, Gabriel Lemus, Dept. of Conservation and Development;
6) Healthcare, Maria Fairbanks, Healthcare for the Homeless;
7) Homeless Service Provider, Deanne Pearn, Hope Solutions;
8) Lived Experience Seat #1, Juno (Renee) Hedrick; and
9)Lived Experience Seat #2 [pending approval by BOS of creation of the second Lived Experience Seat
through pending Bylaws revisions], Jo Bruno;
3. RECOMMEND to the Board of Supervisors the appointment of the following candidates for seats on the Council on
Homelessness for 2-year terms:
1) Veteran, Jai De Lotto, Department of Veteran Affairs;
2) Workforce Development; Janae Thomas, Swords to Plowshares; and
3) Youth, Anastasia Padilla.
4. ACCEPT the Council on Homelessness Q3 report; and
5. DIRECT staff to forward the Q3 report to the Board of Supervisors for their information, and the bylaws revisions and seat
appointments to the Board of Supervisors for their approval.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
There is no fiscal impact tied to the recommended actions.
Attachments
COH Presentation
COH Bylaws with Revisions
COH Bylaws with Revisions - Clean Version
COH Q3 Report
List of Applicants for COH Seats
I.Novin Redacted App
D.Alcala Redacted App
M.Schiltz Redacted App
A.Ashoori Redacted App
T.House Redacted App
R.Morgan Redacted App
G.Lemus Redacted App
M.Fairbanks Redacted App
N.Carter Redacted App
J.Eckstrom Redacted App
J.Heath Redacted App
T.Jacobs Redacted App
A.Khodayari Redacted App
L.Murray Redacted App
D.Pearn Redacted App
J.Russell Redacted App
J.Lotto Redacted App
J.Bruno Redacted App
E.Cross Redacted App
Z.Franet Redacted App
S.Gallion Redacted App
B.Gonzales Redacted App
R.Hedrick Redacted App
A.Jenkins Redacted App
B.Martinez Redacted App
J.Taran Redacted App
J.Thomas Redacted App
A.Chamberlain Redacted App
S.Hart Redacted App
M.MacDonald Redacted App
A.Padilla Redacted App
COH Applicant Rubric
COUNCIL ON HOMELESSNESS
November 28, 2022
Bylaws Revisions Seat
Recommendations
Q3 Report
BYLAWS REVISION HIGHLIGHTS
Conversion of Public Safety #1 Seat to Lived Experience Advisor
#2 Seat
Refined Transparency and Equitable Practices section with
emphasis on engagement of people with a lived experience of
homelessness in Committee and Working Group activities
Revised Terms of Chair and Vice Chair from 2 years to 1 year to
account for staggered expiration of seats
Revised/Clarified Committees and Working Groups names and
descriptions
NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS
•1 eligibleAffordable Housing Developer
•2 eligible & 1 ineligibleBehavioral Health
•3 eligibleCity Government
•3 eligibleEducational/Vocational Seat
•1 eligibleEmergency Solutions Grant
•1 eligibleHealthcare
•8 eligible & 1 not eligibleHomeless Service Provider
•9 eligible & 4 not eligibleLived Experience
•1 eligibleVeteran
•1 eligibleWorkforce Development
•1 eligibleYouth
RECOMMENDATIONS
Affordable Housing
Developer
Iman Novin, Novin Development
Behavioral Health Margaret Schlitz, The Hume Center
City Government Teri House, City of Antioch
Educational/Vocational
Seat
Alejandra Chamberlain, CC Office of Education
Emergency Solutions
Grant
Gabriel Lemus, Dept. of Conservation and Development
Healthcare Mia Fairbanks, Healthcare for the Homeless
Homeless Service
Provider
Deanne Pearn, Hope Solutions
Lived Experience 1) Juno Hedrick
2) Jo Bruno
Veteran Jai De Lotto, Department of Veteran Affairs
Workforce Development Janae Thomas, Swords to Plowshares
Youth Anastasia Padilla
Q3 REPORT HIGHLIGHTS
Funding
•HUD NOFO
•HUD Unsheltered NOFO
•Bringing Families Home
•Housing Stability
Vouchers
•HHAP 3
System Initiatives &
Collaborations
•Equity
•HHIP
Q3 REPORT RECOMMENDATIONS
•Adopt resolution to declare December 21, 2022
to be Homeless Person’s Memorial Day when
presented with resolution by Council on
Homelessness in mid-December.
•Planning event 12/21 at 3 pm
•Register:
https://homebaseccc.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZc
od--ppj4vGtP7FYZX7mSkXhxviB33rwnE
OVERALL RECOMMENDATIONS
Accept and Recommend Approval by BOS
of:
Proposed changes to Bylaws
Proposed candidates for open COH seats
COH Q3 report
QUESTIONS?
CONTACT
Jaime Jenett, Staff to the Council on Homelessness
Jaime.jenett@cchealth.org
925-464-0152
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Contra Costa Council on Homelessness
Governance Charter & Bylaws
Approved and Adopted by the Contra Costa Council on Homelessness on May 7,
2020DATE Approved and Adopted by the Contra Costa Board of Supervisors on May
12, 2020DATE
Governance Charter ........................................................................................................................ 3
Article I. Purpose ......................................................................................................................... 3
Section 1. Overview ................................................................................................................ 3
Section 2. Background ............................................................................................................ 3
Article II. Structure ................................................................................................................................. 3
Section 1. Contra Costa County Continuum of Care ............................................................... 3
Section 2. Council on Homelessness ....................................................................................... 4
Section 3. Collaborative Applicant & Administrative Entity ...................................................... 4
Bylaws ............................................................................................................................................. 5
Article I. Name of the Continuum of Care and the Contra Costa Council on Homelessness ....... 5
Section 1. Contra Costa Continuum of Care ........................................................................... 5
Section 2. Contra Costa Council on Homelessness ................................................................. 5
Article II. Overview and Mission ................................................................................................. 5
Article III. Council on Homelessness Responsibilities ................................................................. 6
Section 1. Functions and Tasks ............................................................................................... 6
Section 2. Transparency and Equitable Practices ................................................................... 8
Article IV. Council Membership and Committees ...................................................................... 9
Section 1. Eligibility ................................................................................................................. 9
Section 2. Membership ........................................................................................................... 9
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Section 3. Selection Process ................................................................................................. 10
Section 4. Ongoing Support .................................................................................................. 11
Section 54. Officers ............................................................................................................... 10
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Section 66. When A Seated Member No Longer Meets the Eligibility Criteria .................... 11
Section 77. Meetings and Attendance ................................................................................. 11
Section 88. Voting Members................................................................................................. 12
Section 99. Amendment and Review .................................................................................... 12
Section 100. Committee Structure and Operations.............................................................. 12
Section 111. Council Staffing and Recordkeeping .................................................................... 13
Article V. Conduct & Conflict of Interest ................................................................................... 14
Section 1. Code of Conduct................................................................................................... 14
Section 2. Conflict of Interest ............................................................................................... 14
Appendix: Contra Costa County Continuum of Care Timeline ...................................................... 15
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Governance Charter
Article I. Purpose
Section 1. Overview
This charter identifies the purpose, composition, responsibilities, and governance of the Contra
Costa County Continuum of Care (hereinafter referred to as the CoC).
For the history and evolution of the CoC, including naming conventions, relationships to other
bodies, and strategic plans, please refer to the Timeline in the Appendix.
Section 2. Background
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sets specific responsibilities for
communities that receive funds through the Homeless Continuum of Care Pro gram (“CoC
Program”) under the Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing Act
(HEARTH Act). HUD’s 2012 HEARTH Interim Rule at 24 C.F.R. Section 578.5Part 578 (Interim
Rule) states that the CoC Program is designed to address homelessness through a coordinated
community-based process of identifying needs and building a system of housing and services to
address those needs. This system must include, at minimum, outreach, engagement and
assessment; shelter housing and supportive services; and homelessness prevention strategies.
Under the Continuum of Care Interim Rule, the Continuum of CareCoC is established as the
planning body responsible for meeting the CoCntinuum of Care Program goals and ensure
ensuring the system includes the necessary resources for the community. The purpose of the
CoC Program is to:
• Promote a community-wide commitment to the goal of ending homelessness;
• Provide funding for efforts by nonprofit providers, States and local governments to quickly
re-house individuals, including unaccompanied youth, and families experiencing
homelessness, while minimizing the trauma and dislocation caused to those persons by
homelessness;
• Promote access to and the effective use of mainstream programs by individuals and
families experiencing homelessness; and
• Optimize self-sufficiency among individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Section 3. Guiding Principle
Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary supports and services are critical to help
people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the
shared responsibility, accountability, and transparency of the community.
Article II. Structure
Section 1. Contra Costa County Continuum of Care
A. Contra Costa County provides coordinated housing and services to the community
through public-private partnerships and collaborations, which function as a Continuum
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of Care (CoC). The CoC includes community members, housing and services providers, a
governing body (Council on Homelessness), and an administrative entity and staff
(Contra Costa Health Services’ Health, Housing, and Homeless Services Division). The
CoC in Contra Costa is formally known as the Contra Costa County Continuum of Care.
B. The CoC has been established and operates in compliance with HUD regulations,
including:
1. Published agendas and meeting minutes, and
2. Monitoring reports of recipients and subrecipients.
Section 2. Council on Homelessness
Each CoC must establish a board to act on its behalf. The board established by the Contra Costa
CoC is The the Council on Homelessness (“CoH” or “Council”).: The Council:
A. Is compliant with HUD’s conflict of interest requirements, including documentation of a
conflict of interest policy signed by all Council members;
B. Maintains bylaws governing the operation of the CoC;
C. Maintains a Board board roster (including Council members’ affiliations/representation(s));
D. Establishes and guides administration of CoC and ESG Emergency Solutions Grant
(ESG) funding processes in compliance with state and federal requirements, including
HUD, requirements.
Section 3. Collaborative Applicant & Administrative Entity
Contra Costa Health, Housing, and Homeless Services, a division of the Contra Costa County
Health Services Department (a county governmental entity), is the collaborative applicant for
the Contra Costa Continuum of Care (CoC). The collaborative applicant’s role is to:
A. Function as the Collaborative Applicant and Administrative Entity designated by the CoC
to apply for and administer program funds for the CoC;
B. Apply for HUD CoC planning funds on behalf of the CoC;
C. Submit the consolidated application for HUD CoC funds;
D. Develop a governance charter with the CoC; and
E. Is designated by the Council on Homelessness to aAssist the Council and CoC comply
with State and HUD CoC program Program regulations., as designated by the Council.
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Bylaws
Article I. Name of the Continuum of Care and the Contra Costa Council
on Homelessness
Section 1. Contra Costa Continuum of Care
The name of this Continuum of Care (CoC) shall be the Contra Costa Continuum of Care, herein
referred to as the Continuum of Care or the CoC. The Contra Costa Continuum of Care includes
the full general membership of all community members committed to our guiding principle.
Section 2. Contra Costa Council on Homelessness
The name of this Continuum of Care’s governing body shall be the Contra Costa Council on
Homelessness, herein referred to as the Council on Homelessness , or the Council, or the CoH. The
Council is comprised of the members serving in the seats outlined in Article IV. Council
Membership and Committees.
Article II. Overview and Mission
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach, and has established this Guiding
Principle:
“Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary supports and services are critical to help
people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the
shared responsibility, accountability, and transparency of the community.”
The CoC has identified two goals and three strategies for the implementation of this Guiding
Principle:
• Goal 1: Permanent Housing
• Goal 2: Prevention
• Strategy 1: Coordinated Assessment
• Strategy 2: Performance Standards
• Strategy 3: Communication
The Contra Costa Council on Homelessness, is appointed by the Board of Supervisors, to
provides advice and input on the operations of homeless services, program operations, and
program development efforts in Contra Costa County. Further, the Council on Homelessness
establishes the local process for applying for, reviewingreviewing, and prioritizing project
applications for funding in U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
Homeless Assistance Grant Competitions, including the Continuum of Care (CoC) Program and
the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program.
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The Contra Costa Council on Homelessness is committed to centering the voices of people
with lived experience of homelessness in matters of planning, policy development, strategy
implementation, and communication to provides a forum for the Continuum of Care to
communicate about the implementation of strategies to prevent and end homelessness. The
purpose of the forum is to educate the community on homeless issues homelessness, and
advocate on federal, state, county and city policy issues that affect people who are homele ss
or at-risk of homelessness.
Article III. Council on Homelessness Responsibilities
Section 1. Functions and Tasks
The Contra Costa Council on Homelessness is the planning body that coordinates the
community’s policies, strategies, and activities toward preventing and ending homelessness in
Contra Costa County, California. It is a regional, year -round collective planning body of
stakeholders ranging from people with lived experience of homelessness to non-profit service
providers to local governmental entities. The Council’s work includes gathering and analyzing
information in order to determine the local needs of people experiencing homelessness,
implementing strategic responses, educating the community on homeless issueshomelessness,
providing advice and input on the operations of the homeless servicessystem of care, and
measuring the performance of the homeless system of care as it related relates to serving the
homeless populationpeople experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
The responsibilities of the Council include the development and implementation of all
procedures and policies needed to comply with the HEARTH Act and relevant HUD regulations
and guidance (see 24 C.F.R §578.7). The Council must consult with recipients of CoC and ESG
funds within Contra Costa County and other homeless service providers in order toto coordinate
care.
Further, it is the role of the Council to provide oversight and take direct action in the following
areas:
A. COUNCIL ON HOMELESSNESS PLANNING
1. Policies and Procedures
i. In consultation with the collaborative applicant and the HMIS Lead,
Develop develop, follow, and update annually the Council on
Homelessness Bylaws andContra Costa County Continuum of Care
Governance Charter and Council on Homelessness Bylaws, . subject to
approval by the County Board of Supervisors.
ii. Vote on any action items that arise at Council on Homelessness meetings
that are on the agenda and within the Council’s jurisdiction .
iii. Review, rank, and recommend CoC and ESG Program Applications for
submission to the Board of Supervisors, the California Department of
Housing and Community Development, and HUD.
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2. Systems Development
i. Implement a coordinated entry system focusing on quality assurance,
access, interdependency between programs and interdependency
between programs and clients, and addressing barriers.
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ii. Develop and implement written standards for providing CoC assistance,
including written policies and procedures as required by HUD.
3. Data, Analysis, and Evaluation
i. Point-in-Time Count
Plan for and conduct, at least biennially, a point-in-time count of
homeless persons within Contra Costa County that meets HUD
requirements, including a housing inventory of shelters, transitional
housing, and permanent housing reserved for homeless
personsindividuals and families experiencing homelessness, in general,
and chronically homeless persons and veterans, specifically, as HUD
requires.
ii. HMIS
Design and operate the Contra Costa County Homeless Management
Information System (Contra Costa HMIS) Project. Designate a single HMIS
lead agency. Ensure consistent participation in HMIS by re cipients and
subrecipients, and that the HMIS is administered pursuant to all HUD
requirements. In compliance with Sub-part B of the HUD Interim Rule on
the Continuum of Care Program (24 C.F.R. Part 578) and the HMIS
requirements, the HMIS Governance Charter, Policies and Procedures,
and the Data Security, Quality, and Client Data and Privacy Plans outline
specific details as to the relationship between the Council on
Homelessness and the collaborative applicant, namely the Contra Costa
Health Services’ Division of Health, Housing and Homeless Services. These
Bylaws fully incorporate those standards, policies, and plans.
iii. Performance Measurement
Develop performance measures that can be used to inform a variety of
tasks, including CoC Program competition project scoring and reporting;
determining how federal, state, and local funds should be utilized; and,
creating a responsive system that provides constructive support
promoting efficiency by analyzing and responding to gaps in housing and
service interventions offered in the system. Additionally, the Council will:
1. Set targets that focus on real change and are meaningful
(relevant to the desired impact), measurable, realistic (adaptable
and flexible), and regularly assessed.
2. Consult with recipients and subrecipients, evaluate their
performance, and initiate corrective action with poor performers.
iv. Conduct an initial comprehensive assessment in coordination with ESG
Program, and then annually conduct a gaps analysis of the needs of
homeless people experiencing homelessness, as compared to available
housing and services within Contra Costa County.
v. Facilitate and support the reporting of outcomes of CoC and ESG
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programs to HUD in coordination with the Collaborative Applicant.
B. FUNDING COORDINATION
1. Facilitate and support the development of funds and resources for homeless
services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa
County in partnership with local jurisdictions located in Contra Costa County.
Specifically, the Council will:
i. Provide information required to complete the Consolidated Plan(s) within
Contra Costa County.
ii. Consult with State and local government ESG recipients within Contra
Costa County on the plan for allocating ESG funds and reporting on and
evaluating the performance of ESG recipients and subrecipients. Further,
in consultation with recipients of ESG funds within Contra Costa County,
establish and consistently follow written standards for providing
homeless services and housing assistance.
C. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
1. Encourage and develop public understanding and education on homeless
homelessness and housing issues in relationship to identified strategiesand
effective approaches to prevent and end homelessness.
2. Advise the Board of Supervisors, the Health Services Director, and the Health,
Housing, and Homeless Services Director, on the special needs of of the
homelesspeople experiencing homelessness and matters of urgency regarding
homelessness. Specifically, the Council will:
i. Provide information and education on homeless concernsaroundabout the
causes of and solutions to homelessness to the Board of Supervisors and
cities located in Contra Costa County.
3. Make recommendations about long-range planning and policy formulation to
the Board of Supervisors and cities located in Contra Costa County.
Section 2. Transparency and Equitable Practices
The Council encourages all community members of the community to apply for a seat on the
Council, participate in community meetings, group discussions, committees and working
groups, and make recommendations to the Council aimed at preventing and ending
homelessness. The Council aims to ensure a diverse population of community members
contributes to deliberations and decision-making— including people with lived experience of
homelessnessconsumers and community members. It is the The Council’s objective aims to
include and engage as broad a representation as possible of people of various abilities, ages,
sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, involvement with the criminal legal
system, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and geographical representation within
the County. To align with this effort, the Council conducts an annual recruitment effort by
advertising open positions. Further, all interested persons are encouraged to attend meetings,
provide input, and voice concerns to the Council.
The Council will strive foris committed to developing and maintaining a diverse membership
that reflects, as closely as possible, the demographics of the people experiencing
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homelessness in the County. In particular, the Council will strive endeavor to have significant
representation of people with lived experience of homelessness and Black, Indigenous, and
People of Color (BIPOC). Moreover, tThe Council has a goal of havingwill endeavor to have at
least one (1) Council member with lived experience of homelessness serving on each
committee and working group. These targets The Council’s composition will be
monitoredreviewed on an annually basis in furtherance of its goal to reflectand may be
adjusted to reflect current needs and the current demographics of people experiencing
homelessness in Contra Costa County.the community.
The Council follows all provisions of the Brown Act and the Better Government Ordinance in its
conduct as a public body. CoC membership is open to any interested party, and is defined as
participation in at least one CoC, Council, or committee meeting per year. Further, anyone
interested in membership on the Council may submit an application in compliance with the
process established by the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors (see Article IV, Section 2
on Membership below for details).
The Council follows all provisions of the Brown Act and the Better Government Ordinance in its
conduct as a public body.
Article IV. Council Membership and Committees
Section 1. Eligibility
All members of the Contra Costa Council on Homelessness must reside in or be employed in
Contra Costa County.
All members of the Council 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.To be eligible for Council membership:
A. NomineeCandidates and Council members must reside in or be employed in Contra
Costa County.
B. NomineeCandidates and Council members must demonstrate a. professional
interest in, or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating the impact of
homelessness on the people of Contra Costa County.
NomineeCandidates and Council members must contribute unique expertise,
opinions, and viewpoints on issues relating to homelessness issues.
C. NomineeCandidates and Council members must be willing to sign and abide by the Code of
Conduct and Conflict of Interest policy upon being seated as a Council member and
annually thereafter.
D. Meet criteria for the designated seat
Unless specific qualifications are noted, individuals are eligible to serve in a seat with the
following areas of representation if they work or volunteer in a role that provides services in
the designated category. Individuals may also be eligible to serve in a givenin each area of
representation if they work or volunteer for an agency that provides services in the designated
category. Eligible Ccandidates that meet all eligibility criteria and also have lived experience
of homelessness will be given priority in the application selection process.
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Section 2. Membership
Membership on the Council will be as shown in the chart below. The Council will make an
annual invitation to the public for new members to apply for open seats. Each seat will have a
term of two years expiring in alternating years, with the following areas of representation:
1. Affordable Housing Developer
2. Behavioral Health Representative
3. City Government Seat
4. CoC/ESG Program Grantee
5. Community Member Seat
6. Lived Experience Advisor #1*
7. Lived Experience Advisor #2*
6.8. Education and Vocational Services
Representative
7.9. Emergency Solutions Grants
Representative
8.10. Employment and Human
Services Department (EHSD)
Representative
9.11. Faith Community Representative
10.12. Health Care Representative
11.13. Homeless Service Provider
12.14. Public Housing Authority
13.15. Public Safety Representative
14.16. Reentry Services Representative
15.17. Veterans Services Representative
18. Youth Representative**
16.19. Workforce Development
Representative
* Lived Experience of homelessness is required to serve in this capacity.
** Any youth or young adult between the age of 17 and 24 at the time they were appointed by the Board of Supervisors
and with lived experience of homelessness may serve in this capacity.
All members are appointed by the Board of Supervisors and may have their appointments
rescinded by majority vote of the Board of Supervisors.
In addition to the seats that have already been designated, outreach will be made to obtain
participation in COH meetings and activities from groups including, but not limited to, the
following:
• Affordable housing developers
• Agencies that serve survivors of human trafficking
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) /Home Investments Partnerships Program
(HOME) / Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) entitlement jurisdictions
• Disability advocates
• Disability service organizations
• Domestic violence advocates
• EMS emergency medical services/crisis response teams
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• Hospitals
• Individuals with current or past lived experience of homelessness
• Law enforcement
• LGBTQIA+ advocates*
• LGBTQIA+ service organizations
• Local government staff/officials
• Local jails
• Mental health service organizations
• Mental illnesshealth advocates
• Other homeless subpopulation advocates
• Public housing authorities
• School administrators/homeless liaisons
• Street outreach teams
• Substance abuseuse advocates
• Substance abuseuse service organizations
• Victim service providers
• Youth advocates
• Youth homeless organizations
local government staff/officials, CDBGCommunity Development Block Grant/HOMEHome
Investments Partnerships Program/ESG Emergency Solutions Grant entitlement jurisdictions,
law enforcement, local jails, hospitals, EMSemergency medical services/crisis response teams,
mental health service organizations, substance abuse service organizations, affordable
housing developers, disability service organizations, disability advocates, public housing
authorities, youth homeless organizations, youth advocates, school administrators/homeless
liaisons, victim service providers, domestic violence advocates, street outreach teams,
LGBTQIA+ advocates*, LGBTQIA+ service organizations, agencies that serve survivors of
human trafficking, other homeless subpopulation advocates, homeless or formerly homeless
personsindividuals with current or past lived experience of homelessness, mental illness
advocates, substance abuse advocates.
In addition to the above requirements, both public- and private-sector seats should, as much as
possible, include representation from people with lived experience of the following
subpopulations or from organizations or agencies who serve these subpopulations:various
homeless subpopulations such as: families with children, persons experiencing chronic
homelessness; persons with chronic substance abuseuse issues; persons with HIV/AIDS;
persons with serious mental illnessmental health challenges; seniors; veterans; victimssurvivors
of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and stalking; and youth and
young adults with a lived experience of homelessness.
persons with chronic substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness,
persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans, families
with children, homeless or formerly homeless youth and young adults, seniors, and
victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and stalking.
Upon expiration of the term of a Council seat, the seat will be vacated and available to be filled
through the annual selection process. Council members whose seats expire are eligible to
reapply for the seat they previously filled.
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If a seated Council member is unable to complete the two -year term due to unforeseen
circumstances, the Council may invite a replacement member, through the selection process,
who shall serve out the remainder of the two-year term for that seat.
*LGBTQIA+ stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning/queer, intersex, and agender/asexual /ally and
is also meant to be generally inclusive of those who don’t identify as heterosexual and cisgender.
Section 33. Selection Process
The Council will review all eligible applications for open seats annually. The Council will
recommend new members through majority vote. This selection process will must be
reviewed, updated, and approved by the CoC at least once every five (5) years as per 24
C.F.R. §578.7 (a)(3) . every five years at a minimumregularly.
Section 54. Officers
The Council shall elect one chair Chair and one Vvice-Cchair to provide for the operation and conduct of
business. Terms for the Officers shall be two yearsone year. Officers may serve no more than two four
consecutive terms in the same Council seat. The Council must take action to replace an Officer within three
months from the date of vacancy to replace an Officer within an expired Council seattermwhen the post is
vacated or the term is expiredexpiration of term. During the time the Council is acting to replace
person must be between the age of 17 and 24 at the
time they are appointed by the Board of Supervisors.
Service in this seat also requires membership and
participation in the Contra Costa County CoC’s Youth
Action Council.
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an Officer in a Council seat that has expired, the Officer may continue to serve in that role until
the Council takes action to finds a replacement.
The Chair of the Council shall provide oversight for the operation of the Council. The Chair shall
preside over meetings of the Council. The Chair may call for special meetings of the Council or
its committees.
The Vice-Chair shall provide oversight for the operations of all sub-committees. If the Chair is
absent, or the office is vacant, the Vice-Chair shall assume responsibility for the operation of
the Council.
Section 5. Eligibility Criteria
To be eligible for Council membership:
A. Nominees and Council members must contribute unique expertise, opinions, and
viewpoints on homelessness issues.
B. Nominees and Council members must be willing to sign and abide by the Code of
Conduct and Conflict of Interest policy upon being seated as a Council member and
annually thereafter.
Section 66. When A Seated Member No Longer Meets the Eligibility Criteria
If a seated Council member no longer meets the eligibility criteria for the seat to which they are
appointed, the Council:
A. May request the Council member to submit a statement of resignation to the Council
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 nomineeCandidate selected by the Council.
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. May, with no less than 10 business days’ notice to the Council member at issue, review
the Council member’s membership status on the Council and vote to limit the Council
member from further participation, until the Council member resigns or the Board of
Supervisors removes the member.
Section 77. Meetings and Attendance
The Council will set an annual meeting schedule. The Council will meet monthly and the full
membership of the Continuum of Care will convene quarterly with published agendas.
Two absences, excused or unexcused, from the regularly scheduled Council meeting in any 12 -
month period will warrant inquiry from the Council as to ability an d interest of the individual in
continuing as a member. Three unexcused absences within any 12 -month period from time of
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Any Council member unable to attend a meeting should notify the Chair of the Council or its
administrative designee to request an excused absence.
The Chair of the Council or its administrative designee will maintain attendance records, and
notify the Council when two absences are recorded.
Section 88. Voting Members
A quorum of a majority of the appointed Council members is required for the conduct of
business. Decisions must be made by an affirmative vote of a majority of Council members
present during a Council meeting.
Section 99. Amendment and Review
The Council will review the Governance Cha rter and Bylaws at least annually and update and
approve as needed.
Amendment of the Council on Homelessness Governance Charter and Bylaws requires an
affirmative vote of two-thirds majority of current sitting Council members, provided that public
notice of the scheduled vote on the amendment was provided at least two weeks prior to that
Council meeting. Amendments must be submitted to the Contra Costa County Board of
Supervisors for approval, and take effect only upon approval by the Board of Supervisors.
Section 10. Committee Structure and Operations
Overview Committees and Working Groups
The Council may create ad hoc committees as the need arises.
A. The purpose of the 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 CoC and outside individuals. Ad hoc committees may be dissolved upon a
vote of the Council.
B. The Council 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 Council for approval. The Council will submit final
recommendations to the Board of S upervisors.
C. Ad hoc committees can be appointed to address any matters within the jurisdiction of
the Council.
The Council will have the following standing committees that will meet annually or as needed:
A. CoC/ESG Committee: Prepares for the applications for funds administered by HUD
under the HEARTH Act, including the CoC Program. Includes Scoring Tools Workgroup,
Review & Rank Panel, and Appeals Panel. Membership on this committee will include, at
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minimum, the Council Chair, Vice Chair, and a CoC- and/or ESG-funded member serving
as CoC Representative on this committee.
B. System Performance Committee: Develops and tracks CoC performance outcomes at the
system and project levels, in alignment with HUD and local strategic objectives. Includes
Data Evaluation and HMIS Policy workgroups. Membership on this committee will include,
at minimum, the Council Vice Chair, a representative from the Collaborative Applicant, a
representative from the HMIS Administrator, and a CoC- and/or ESG-funded member.
C. Policy Committee: Reviews issues related to homeless policy opportunities, develops
strategic approaches, and makes recommendations for action to the Council.
Membership on this committee will include, at minimum, the Council Chair and a
representative from the Collaborative Applicant as the body that reports to the Board of
Supervisors on behalf of the CoC.
Standing Committees may form workgroups or subcommittees on an ad hoc basis to support
their work.
As per 24 C.F.R. §578.7 (a)(4) , Tthe CoC uncil must appoint additional committees,
subcommittees or workgroups. The Council will have Standing Committees, Ad-Hoc
Committees , Panels, and Working Groups. All Council members are expected to participate in
at least one Committee, Panel, or Working Group for the calendar year or the duration of the
Committee, Panel, or Working Group, if it is a time limited Committee or Working Group. Each
Committee , Panel, and Working Group will develop its own strategy/ and approach to meet
goals in alignment with the annual Council Workplan. Each Committee and, Working Group,
and Panel will decide if they want towhether to designate a chair (who must be a Council
member). Contra Costa Health, Housing, and Homeless Services Division (H3) of Contra Costa
Health Services and/or their designee will provide support and coordination to all Committees ,
Panels, and Working Groups.
All Committees and Working Groups will strive to make decisions through consensus.
Committees , Panels, and Working Groups can act independently to provide feedback to the
Council on Homelessness on the topics they are tasked with focusing on and conduct planning
processes (e.g., work planning, establishing goals for an evaluation). All other items (e.g.,
establishing prioritization, developing or updating policy) must be brought to the Council on
Homelessness for a vote.
Standing Committees
Standing Committees meet on a regular, ongoing basis and meetings are open to the public.
Only the Council on Homelessness has the authority to create a Standing Committee. The
creation, suspension, or dissolution of a Standing Committee does not require a revision to
these Bylaws revision.
1. Oversight Committee – The purpose of thisthe Oversight cCommittee itis to oversee the
annual monitoring process and review and assess the development, implementation,
and improvement of the CoC and Coordinated Entry System.
2. Funding Committee – The purpose of thisthe Funding cCommittee is to direct the
community input process for time-sensitive federal and state funding streams, including
the CoC/ESG programs administrated administered by HUD.
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3. HMIS Policy Committee – The purpose of thisthe HMIS Policy cCommittee is to develop
and share updates on the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), including
HMIS policies and practices, compliance, and troubleshooting.
4. PATH (Plan for Accelerating Transformative Housing) Innovations Committee – The
purpose of thisthe Path Innovations cCommittee is to work towards the goal outlined in
the Regional Action Plan goal of reducing unsheltered homelessness in Contra Costa
County by 75% by 2024.
5. System Performance Measures Committee – The purpose of thisthe System
Performance Measures cCommittee is to develop and track CoC performance outcomes
at the system level, in alignment with HUD and local strategic objectives.
6. Policy Committee – The purpose of this cthe Policy Committee is to monitor and review
local, state, and federal policies that impact housing and homelessness in Contra Costa
County.
Ad-Hoc Committees
Ad-Hoc Committees meet on an as-needed basis for a time-limited period. Ad-Hoc Committee
and meetings are open to the public. Only the Council on Homelessness has the authority to
create an Ad-Hoc Committee. The creation, suspension, or dissolution of an Ad-Hoc Standing
Committee does not require a Bylaws revision to these Bylaws.
1. Governance Committee – The purpose of thisthe Governance cCommittee is to review
and revise the Governance Charter and Bylaws on an annual basis to increase Council
efficiency and impact.
2. Homelessness Awareness Month Committee – The purpose of thisthe Homelessness
Awareness Month cCommittee is to plan for annual Homelessness Awareness Month
(November) activities.
3. CoC/ESG (Continuum of Care/Emergency Solutions Grant) Committee – The purpose of
thisthe CoC/ESG cCommittee is to support the preparation and submission of the
applications for funds administratedadministered by HUD, including the CoC Program.
4. Point in Time (PIT) Count Committee – The purpose of thisthe PIT Count cCommittee is
to oversee the annual Point in Time count of people experiencing homelessness in
Contra Costa County.
Working Groups
The full Council or Committees may form time-limited Working Groups to focus on specific
tasks or projects. Working Groups are comprised of Council members and meetings are open to
the public. Working Groups report to the body that formed it – either the full Council or a
Committee. The creation, suspension, or dissolution of a Working Group does not require a
Bylaws revision.
Section 112. Council Staffing and Recordkeeping
The Council on Homelessness is supported by Contra Costa Health, Housing, and Homeless
Services Division (H3) of Contra Costa Health Services as outlined in the Governance Charter.
The responsibilities of Contra Costa Health, Housing, and Homeless Services staff to the Council
include:
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A. Storage of all Council and committee records, including agendas and minutes for all
meetings;
B. Presentation of annual reports to the Board of Supervisors or reports as called for
by the Family and Human Services Committee.
C. Implementation, administration, and management of the Contra Costa County
homelessness response system, including the Coordinated Entry System and
Homeless Management Information Systems. Defined as the process to ensure
that homelessness individuals and families in Contra Costa County, and those at
risk of homelessness, receive the best services to meet their housing needs ; and
D. Serving as the Collaborative Applicant and Administrative Entity designated by the
CoC to apply for and administer program funds for the CoC; and
All duties identified throughout these Bylaws that may be delegated to an administrative
designee.
Article V. Conduct & Conflict of Interest
Section 1. Code of Conduct
Each Council member will uphold certain standards of performance and good conduct and
avoid real or apparent conflicts of interest. In order to prevent a conflict of interest, a Council
member, chairperson, employee, agent, or consultant of the Council may not:
A. Influence decisions concerning the selection or award of a grant or other financial
benefit to an organization that the Council member, employee, officer, or agent has a
financial or other interest in or represents, except for the Council itself.
B. Solicit and/or accept gifts or gratuities by anyone for their personal benefit in excess of
minimal value as defined by the California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC).
[insert policy that determines minimum amount].
C. Engage in any behavior demonstrating an actual conflict of interest or giving the
appearance of any such conflict.
D. Engage in violations of the law or unethical business practices, which includes any
payments for illegal acts, indirect contributions, rebates, and bribery.
Section 2. Conflict of Interest
All Council members must file an initial and annual conflict Conflict of Iinterest statement with
the Chair of the Council or its administrative designee. Failure to file such a statement may
result in the removal of a member.
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Appendix: Contra Costa County Continuum of Care Timeline
1986
1987 Concerned people in the countycommunity
members begin drafting, “A
Plan for Dealing with Homelessness in Contra Costa
County”.
1991
The Task Force on Homelessness reports to the
Board of Supervisors on Homelessness in Contra
Costa County and includes Recommendations for
Action.
A symposium is held to address homelessness in
Contra Costa County. 1994
1997
Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors mandates
that a comprehensive, integrated plan for homeless
services must be developed for the County. In response,
the Ad Hoc Homeless Task Force is created to
coordinate a countywide planning process and write the
county’s first official Homeless Plan.
The Board of Supervisors officially establishes the
Homeless Continuum of Care Advisory Board (CoCB)
under Board Order C.87.
1999
The CoCB meets to oversee the planning process, to
review the original plan, and to update the 2001-
2006 Contra Costa Continuum of Care Homeless
Plan.
2000
Contra Costa County begins the process of
developing a new five-year Homeless Continuum of
Care Plan. The CoCB coordinates the planning
process.
2001
The plan is adopted. The CoCB is the lead agency for
the Continuum of Care Planning Process, setting
new objectives in response to changing
circumstances.
2004
2003
The CoCB adopts by-laws that include assuming all
previous functions of the Contra Costa Homeless
Advisory Committee and the new responsibilities
under federal and state regulation of the Homeless
Continuum of Care Boards.
The Board of Supervisors approves Ending Homelessness
in Ten Years: A County-wide Plan for the Communities of
Contra Costa County. This plan embraces key concepts of
the Five Year Plan but does not replace it. HIJIDWG, a
newly formed group, is charged with the implementation
of the Ten Year Plan provisions. This group begins meeting
regularly.
2005
On parallel tracks the CoCB and HIJIDWG continue
to work towards ending homelessness, with similar
issues and membership.
2008
2014 The CoCB and HIJIDWG merge to become the
Contra Costa Interjurisdictional Council on
Homelessness (CCICH).
2015
Using the ten-year plan as a foundation, CCICH
develops a strategic plan update, Forging Ahead,
outlining the guiding principalprinciple that
homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people
remain housed. CCICH rebrands as the Council on Homelessness,
adopting new by-laws and governance charter to
reflect the role of the CoC and the Council.
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Contra Costa Council on Homelessness
Governance Charter & Bylaws
Approved and Adopted by the Contra Costa Council on Homelessness on DATE
Approved and Adopted by the Contra Costa Board of Supervisors on DATE
Governance Charter ........................................................................................................................ 3
Article I. Purpose ......................................................................................................................... 3
Section 1. Overview ................................................................................................................ 3
Section 2. Background ............................................................................................................ 3
Article II. Structure ................................................................................................................................. 3
Section 1. Contra Costa County Continuum of Care ............................................................... 3
Section 2. Council on Homelessness ....................................................................................... 4
Section 3. Collaborative Applicant & Administrative Entity ...................................................... 4
Bylaws ............................................................................................................................................. 5
Article I. Name of the Continuum of Care and the Contra Costa Council on Homelessness ....... 5
Section 1. Contra Costa Continuum of Care ........................................................................... 5
Section 2. Contra Costa Council on Homelessness ................................................................. 5
Article II. Overview and Mission ................................................................................................. 5
Article III. Council on Homelessness Responsibilities ................................................................. 6
Section 1. Functions and Tasks ............................................................................................... 6
Section 2. Transparency and Equitable Practices ................................................................... 8
Article IV. Council Membership and Committees ...................................................................... 9
Section 1. Eligibility ................................................................................................................. 9
Section 2. Membership ........................................................................................................... 9
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Section 3. Selection Process ................................................................................................. 10
Section 4. Ongoing Support .................................................................................................. 11
Section 5. Officers ................................................................................................................. 10
Section 6. When A Seated Member No Longer Meets the Eligibility Criteria ...................... 11
Section 7. Meetings and Attendance ................................................................................... 11
Section 8. Voting Members................................................................................................... 12
Section 9. Amendment and Review ...................................................................................... 12
Section 10. Committee Structure and Operations ................................................................ 12
Section 11. Council Staffing and Recordkeeping ...................................................................... 13
Article V. Conduct & Conflict of Interest ................................................................................... 14
Section 1. Code of Conduct................................................................................................... 14
Section 2. Conflict of Interest ............................................................................................... 14
Appendix: Contra Costa County Continuum of Care Timeline ...................................................... 15
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Governance Charter
Article I. Purpose
Section 1. Overview
This charter identifies the purpose, composition, responsibilities, and governance of the Contra
Costa County Continuum of Care (hereinafter referred to as the CoC).
For the history and evolution of the CoC, including naming conventions, relationships to other
bodies, and strategic plans, please refer to the Timeline in the Appendix.
Section 2. Background
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) sets specific responsibilities for
communities that receive funds through the Homeless Continuum of Care Program (“CoC
Program”) under the Homeless Emergency Assistance and Rapid Transition to Housing Act
(HEARTH Act). HUD’s 2012 HEARTH Interim Rule at 24 C.F.R. Part 578 (Interim Rule) states that
the CoC Program is designed to address homelessness through a coordinated community -based
process of identifying needs and building a system of housing and services to address those
needs. This system must include, at minimum, outreach, engagement and assessment; shelter
housing and supportive services; and homelessness prevention strategies.
Under the Interim Rule, the CoC is established as the planning body responsible for meeting
the CoC Program goals and ensuring the system includes the necessary resources for the
community. The purpose of the CoC Program is to:
• Promote communitywide commitment to the goal of ending homelessness;
• Provide funding for efforts by nonprofit providers, States and local governments to quickly
re-house individuals, including unaccompanied youth, and families experiencing
homelessness, while minimizing the trauma and dislocation caused to those persons by
homelessness;
• Promote access to and the effective use of mainstream programs by individuals and
families experiencing homelessness; and
• Optimize self-sufficiency among individuals and families experiencing homelessness.
Article II. Structure
Section 1. Contra Costa County Continuum of Care
A. Contra Costa County provides coordinated housing and services to the community
through public-private partnerships and collaborations, which function as a Continuum
of Care (CoC). The CoC includes community members, housing and services providers, a
governing body (Council on Homelessness), and an administrative entity and staff
(Contra Costa Health Services’ Health, Housing, and Homeless Services Division). The
CoC in Contra Costa is formally known as the Contra Costa County Continuum of Care.
B. The CoC has been established and operates in compliance with HUD regulations,
including:
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1. Published agendas and meeting minutes, and
2. Monitoring reports of recipients and subrecipients.
Section 2. Council on Homelessness
Each CoC must establish a board to act on its behalf. The board established by the Contra Costa
CoC is the Council on Homelessness (“CoH” or “Council”). The Council:
A. Is compliant with HUD’s conflict of interest requirements, including documentation of a
conflict of interest policy signed by all Council members;
B. Maintains bylaws governing the operation of the CoC;
C. Maintains a board roster (including Council members’ affiliations/representation(s));
D. Establishes and guides administration of CoC and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG)
funding processes in compliance with state and federal requirements, including HUD
requirements.
Section 3. Collaborative Applicant & Administrative Entity
Contra Costa Health, Housing, and Homeless Services, a division of the Contra Costa County
Health Services Department (a county governmental entity), is the collaborative applicant for
the Contra Costa Continuum of Care (CoC). The collaborative applicant’s role i s to:
A. Function as the Collaborative Applicant and Administrative Entity designated by the CoC
to apply for and administer program funds for the CoC;
B. Apply for HUD CoC planning funds on behalf of the CoC;
C. Submit the consolidated application for HUD CoC funds;
D. Develop a governance charter with the CoC; and
E. A ssist the Council and CoC comply with State and HUD CoC Program regulations, as
designated by the Council.
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Article I. Name of the Continuum of Care and the Contra Costa Council
on Homelessness
Section 1. Contra Costa Continuum of Care
The name of this Continuum of Care (CoC) shall be the Contra Costa Continuum of Care, herein
referred to as the Continuum of Care or the Co C. The Contra Costa Continuum of Care includes
the full general membership of all community members committed to our guiding principle.
Section 2. Contra Costa Council on Homelessness
The name of this Continuum of Care’s governing body shall be the Contra Costa Council on
Homelessness, herein referred to as the Council on Homelessness, the Council, or the CoH. The
Council is comprised of the members serving in the seats outlined in Article IV. Council
Membership and Committees.
Article II. Overview and Mission
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach, and has established this Guiding
Principle:
“Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary supports and services are critical to help
people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the
shared responsibility, accountability, and transparency of the community.”
The Contra Costa Council on Homelessness is appointed by the Board of Supervisors to provide
advice and input on the operations of homeless services, program operations, and program
development efforts in Contra Costa County. Further, the Council on Homelessness establishes
the local process for applying for, reviewing, and prioritizing project applications for funding in
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Homeless Assistance Grant
Competitions, including the Continuum of Care (CoC) Program and the Emergency Solutions
Grant (ESG) Program.
The Contra Costa Council on Homelessness is committed to centering the voices of people
with lived experience of homelessness in matters of planning, policy development, strategy
implementation, and communication to prevent and end homelessness.
Article III. Council on Homelessness Responsibilities
Section 1. Functions and Tasks
The Contra Costa Council on Homelessness is the planning body that coordinates the
community’s policies, strategies, and activities toward preventing and ending homelessness in
Contra Costa County, California. It is a regional, year-round collective planning body of
stakeholders ranging from people with lived experience of homelessness to non-profit service
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providers to local governmental entities. The Council’s work includes gathering and analyzing
information in order to determine the local needs of people experiencing homelessness,
implementing strategic responses, educating the community on homelessness, providing advice
and input on the operations of the homeless system of care, and measuring the performance of
the homeless system of care as it relates to serving people experiencing homelessness in
Contra Costa County.
The responsibilities of the Council include the development and implementation of all
procedures and policies needed to comply with the HEARTH Act and relevant HUD regulations
and guidance (see 24 C.F.R §578.7). The Council must consult with recipients of CoC and ESG
funds within Contra Costa County and other homeless service providers to coordinate care.
Further, it is the role of the Council to provide oversight and take direct action in the following
areas:
A. COUNCIL ON HOMELESSNESS PLANNING
1. Policies and Procedures
i. In consultation with the collaborative applicant and the HMIS Lead,
develop, follow, and update annually the Contra Costa County
Continuum of Care Governance Charter and Council on Homelessness
Bylaws, subject to approval by the County Board of Supervisors.
ii. Vote on any action items that arise at Council on Homelessness meetings
that are on the agenda and within the Council’s jurisdiction .
iii. Review, rank, and recommend CoC and ESG Program Applications for
submission to the Board of Supervisors, the California Department of
Housing and Community Development, and HUD.
2. Systems Development
i. Implement a coordinated entry system focusing on quality assurance,
access, interdependency between programs and interdependency
between programs and clients, and addressing barriers.
ii. Develop and implement written standards for providing CoC assistance,
including written policies and procedures as required by HUD.
3. Data, Analysis, and Evaluation
i. Point-in-Time Count
Plan for and conduct, at least biennially, a point-in-time count of
homeless persons within Contra Costa County that meets HUD
requirements, including a housing inventory of shelters, transitional
housing, and permanent housing reserved for individuals and families
experiencing homelessness, in general, and chronically homeless persons
and veterans, specifically, as HUD requires.
ii. HMIS
Design and operate the Contra Costa County Homeless Management
Information System (Contra Costa HMIS) Project. Designate a single HMIS
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lead agency. Ensure consistent participation in HMIS by recipients and
subrecipients, and that the HMIS is administered pursuant to all HUD
requirements. In compliance with Sub-part B of the HUD Interim Rule on
the Continuum of Care Program (24 C.F.R. Part 578) and the HMIS
requirements, the HMIS Governance Charter, Policies and Procedures,
and the Data Security, Quality, and Client Data and Privacy Plans outline
specific details as to the relationship between the Council on
Homelessness and the collaborative applicant, namely the Contra Costa
Health Services’ Division of Health, Housing and Homeless Services. These
Bylaws fully incorporate those standards, policies, and plans.
iii. Performance Measurement
Develop performance measures that can be used to inform a variety of
tasks, including CoC Program competition project scoring and reporting;
determining how federal, state, and local funds should be utilized; and
creating a responsive system that provides constructive support
promoting efficiency by analyzing and responding to gaps in housing and
service interventions offered in the system. Additionally, the Council will:
1. Set targets that focus on real change and are meaningful
(relevant to the desired impact), measurable, realistic (adaptable
and flexible), and regularly assessed.
2. Consult with recipients and subrecipients, evaluate their
performance, and initiate corrective action with poor performers.
iv. Conduct an initial comprehensive assessment in coordination with ESG
Program, and then annually conduct a gaps analysis of the needs of
people experiencing homelessness, as compared to available housing
and services within Contra Costa County.
v. Facilitate and support the reporting of outcomes of CoC and ESG
programs to HUD in coordination with the Collaborative Applicant.
B. FUNDING COORDINATION
1. Facilitate and support the development of funds and resources for services for
individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County in
partnership with local jurisdictions located in Contra Costa County. Specifically,
the Council will:
i. Provide information required to complete the Consolidated Plan(s) within
Contra Costa County.
ii. Consult with State and local government ESG recipients within Contra
Costa County on the plan for allocating ESG funds and reporting on and
evaluating the performance of ESG recipients and subrecipients. Further,
in consultation with recipients of ESG funds within Contra Costa County,
establish and consistently follow written standards for providing
homeless services and housing assistance.
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C. COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
1. Encourage and develop public understanding and education on homelessness
and housing issues and effective approaches to prevent and end
homelessness.
2. Advise the Board of Supervisors, the Health Services Director, and the Health,
Housing, and Homeless Services Director, on the needs of people experiencing
homelessness and matters of urgency regarding homelessness. Specifically, the
Council will:
i. Provide information and education about the causes of and solutions to
homelessness to the Board of Supervisors and cities located in Contra
Costa County.
3. Make recommendations about long-range planning and policy formulation to
the Board of Supervisors and cities located in Contra Costa County.
Section 2. Transparency and Equitable Practices
The Council encourages all community members to apply for a seat on the Council, participate
in community meetings, group discussions, committees and working groups, and make
recommendations to the Council aimed at preventing and ending homelessness. The Council
aims to ensure a diverse population of community members contributes to deliberations and
decision-making— including people with lived experience of homelessness. It is the Council’s
objective to include and engage as broad a representation as possible of people of various
abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, involvement with the
criminal legal system, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and geographical
representation within the County. To align with this effort, the Council conducts an annual
recruitment effort by advertising open positions. Further, all interested persons are
encouraged to attend meetings, provide input, and voice concerns to the Counc il.
The Council is committed to developing and maintaining a diverse membership that reflects,
as closely as possible, the demographics of the people experiencing homelessness in the
County. In particular, the Council will endeavor to have significant representation of people
with lived experience of homelessness and Black, Indigenous, and People of Color (BIPOC).
The Council will endeavor to have at least one (1) Council member with lived experience of
homelessness serving on each committee and working group. The Council’s composition will
be reviewed annually in furtherance of its goal to reflect the current demographics of people
experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
CoC membership is open to any interested party, and is defined as participation in at least one
CoC, Council, or committee meeting per year. Further, anyone interested in membership on
the Council may submit an application in compliance with the process established by the
Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors (see Article IV, Section 2 on Membership below for
details).
The Council follows all provisions of the Brown Act and the Better Government Ordinance in its
conduct as a public body.
Article IV. Council Membership and Committees
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Section 1. Eligibility
To be eligible for Council membership:
A. Candidates and Council members must reside in or be employed in Contra Costa
County.
B. Candidates and Council members must demonstrate a professional interest in, or
personal commitment to addressing and alleviating the impact of homelessness on
the people of Contra Costa County.
C. Candidates and Council members must be willing to sign and abide by the Code of
Conduct and Conflict of Interest policy upon being seated as a Council member and
annually thereafter.
D. Meet criteria for the designated seat
Unless specific qualifications are noted, individuals are eligible to serve in a seat with the
following areas of representation if they work or volunteer in a role that provides services in
the designated category. Individuals may also be eligible to serve in each area of
representation if they work or volunteer for an agency that provides services in the designated
category. Eligible candidates that also have lived experience of homelessness will be given
priority in the application selection process.
Section 2. Membership
Membership on the Council will be as shown in the chart below. The Council will make an
annual invitation to the public for new members to apply for open seats. Each seat will have a
term of two years expiring in alternating years, with the following areas of representation:
1. Affordable Housing Developer
2. Behavioral Health Representative
3. City Government Seat
4. CoC/ESG Program Grantee
5. Community Member Seat
6. Lived Experience Advisor #1*
7. Lived Experience Advisor #2*
8. Education and Vocational Services
Representative
9. Emergency Solutions Grants
Representative
10. Employment and Human Services
Department (EHSD) Representative
11. Faith Community Representative
12. Health Care Representative
13. Homeless Service Provider
14. Public Housing Authority
15. Public Safety Representative
16. Reentry Services Representative
17. Veterans Services Representative
18. Youth Representative**
19. Workforce Development
Representative
* Lived Experience of homelessness is required to serve in this capacity.
** Any youth or young adult between the age of 17 and 24 at the time they were appointed by the Board of Supervisors
and with lived experience of homelessness may serve in this capacity.
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All members are appointed by the Board of Supervisors and may have their appointments
rescinded by majority vote of the Board of Supervisors.
In addition to the seats that have already been designated, outreach will be made t o obtain
participation in COH meetings and activities from groups including, but not limited to, the
following:
• Affordable housing developers
• Agencies that serve survivors of human trafficking
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) /Home Investments Partnerships Program
(HOME) / Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) entitlement jurisdictions
• Disability advocates
• Disability service organizations
• Domestic violence advocates
• EMS emergency medical services/crisis response teams
• Hospitals
• Individuals with current or past lived experience of homelessness
• Law enforcement
• LGBTQIA+ advocates*
• LGBTQIA+ service organizations
• Local government staff/officials
• Local jails
• Mental health service organizations
• Mental health advocates
• Other homeless subpopulation advocates
• Public housing authorities
• School administrators/homeless liaisons
• Street outreach teams
• Substance use advocates
• Substance use service organizations
• Victim service providers
• Youth advocates
• Youth homeless organizations
In addition to the above requirements, both public- and private-sector seats should, as much as
possible, include representation from people with lived experience of the following
subpopulations or from organizations or agencies who serve these subpopulations: families
with children, persons experiencing chronic homelessness; persons with chronic substance use
issues; persons with HIV/AIDS; persons with mental health challenges; seniors; veterans;
survivors of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, trafficking, and stalking ; and
youth and young adults with a lived experience of homelessness.
Upon expiration of the term of a Council seat, the seat will be vacated and filled through the
annual selection process. Council members whose seats expire are eligible to reapply for the
seat they previously filled.
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If a seated Council member is unable to complete the two-year term, the Council may invite
a replacement member, through the selection process, who shall serve out the remainder of
the two-year term for that seat.
*LGBTQIA+ stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, questioning/queer, intersex, and agender/asexual and is
also meant to be generally inclusive of those who don’t identify as heterosexual and cisgender.
Section 3. Selection Process
The Council will review all eligible applications for open seats annually. The Council will
recommend new members through majority vote. This selection process must be reviewed,
updated, and approved by the CoC at least once every five (5) years as per 24 C.F.R. §578.7
(a)(3).
Section 5. Officers
The Council shall elect one Chair and one Vice-Chair to provide for the operation and conduct of
business. Terms for the Officers shall be one year. Officers may serve no more than four
consecutive terms in the same Council seat. The Council must take action to replace an Officer
within three months from the date of vacancy or expiration of term. During the time the Council
is acting to replace an Officer in a Council seat that has expired, the Officer may continue to
serve in that role until the Council finds a replacement.
The Chair of the Council shall provide oversight for the operation of the Council. The Chair shall
preside over meetings of the Council. The Chair may call for special meetings of the Council or
its committees.
If the Chair is absent, or the office is vacant, the Vice -Chair shall assume responsibility for the
operation of the Council.
Section 6. When A Seated Member No Longer Meets the Eligibility Criteria
If a seated Council member no longer meets the eligibility criteria for the seat to which they are
appointed, the Council:
A. May request the Council member to submit a statement of resignation to the Council
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 Candidate selected by the Council.
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. May, with no less than 10 business days’ notice to the Council member at issue, review
the Council member’s membership status on the Council and vote to limit the Council
member from further participation, until the Council member resigns or the Board of
Supervisors removes the member.
Section 7. Meetings and Attendance
The Council will set an annual meeting schedule. The Council will meet monthly and the full
membership of the Continuum of Care will convene quarterly with published agendas.
Two absences, excused or unexcused, from the regularly scheduled Council meeting in any 12-
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month period will warrant inquiry from the Council as to ability and interest of the individual in
continuing as a member. Three unexcused absences within any 12 -month period from time of
appointment will result in a recommendation to the Board of Supervisors that this member be
removed from the Council.
Any Council member unable to attend a meeting should notify the Chair of the Council or its
administrative designee to request an excused absence.
The Chair of the Council or its administrative designee will maintain attendance records, and
notify the Council when two absences are recorded.
Section 8. Voting Members
A quorum of a majority of the appointed Council members is required for the conduct of
business. Decisions must be made by an affirmative vote of a majority of Council members
present during a Council meeting.
Section 9. Amendment and Review
The Council will review the Governance Charter and Bylaws at least annually and update and
approve as needed.
Amendment of the Council on Homelessness Governance Charter and Bylaws requires an
affirmative vote of two-thirds majority of current sitting Council members, provided that public
notice of the scheduled vote on the amendment was provided at least two weeks prior to that
Council meeting. Amendments must be submitted to the Contra Costa County Board of
Supervisors for approval, and take effect only upon approval by the Board of Supervisors.
Section 10. Committee Structure and Operations
Overview Committees and Working Groups
As per 24 C.F.R. §578.7 (a)(4) , the CoC must appoint additional committees, subcommittees or
workgroups. The Council will have Standing Committees, Ad-Hoc Committees and Working
Groups. All Council members are expected to participate in at least one Committee or Working
Group for the calendar year or the duration of the Committee or Working Group, if it is a time
limited Committee or Working Group. Each Committee and Working Group will develop its own
strategy and approach to meet goals in alignment with the annual Council Workplan. Each
Committee and Working Group will decide whether to designate a chair (who must be a Council
member). Contra Costa Health, Housing, and Homeless Services Division (H3) of Contra Costa
Health Services and/or their designee will provide support and coordination to all Committees
and Working Groups.
All Committees and Working Groups will strive to make decisions through consensus.
Committees and Working Groups can independently provide feedback to the Council on
Homelessness on the topics they are tasked with focusing on and conduct planning processes
(e.g., work planning, establishing goals for an evaluation). All other items (e.g., establishing
prioritization, developing or updating policy) must be brought to the Council on Homelessness
for a vote.
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Standing Committees
Standing Committees meet on a regular, ongoing basis and meetings are open to the public.
Only the Council on Homelessness has the authority to create a Standing Committee. The
creation, suspension, or dissolution of a Standing Committee does not require a revision to
these Bylaws.
1. Oversight Committee – The purpose of the Oversight Committee is to oversee the
annual monitoring process and review and assess the development, implementation,
and improvement of the CoC and Coordinated Entry System.
2. Funding Committee – The purpose of the Funding Committee is to direct the community
input process for time-sensitive federal and state funding streams, including the
CoC/ESG programs administered by HUD.
3. HMIS Policy Committee – The purpose of the HMIS Policy Committee is to develop and
share updates on the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS), including
HMIS policies and practices, compliance, and troubleshooting.
4. PATH (Plan for Accelerating Transformative Housing) Innovations Committee – The
purpose of the Path Innovations Committee is to work towards the Regional Action Plan
goal of reducing unsheltered homelessness in Contra Costa County by 75% by 2024.
5. System Performance Measures Committee – The purpose of the System Performance
Measures Committee is to develop and track CoC performance outcomes at the system
level, in alignment with HUD and local strategic objectives.
6. Policy Committee – The purpose of the Policy Committee is to monitor and review local,
state, and federal policies that impact housing and homelessness in Contra Costa
County.
Ad-Hoc Committees
Ad-Hoc Committees meet on an as-needed basis for a time-limited period. Ad-Hoc Committee
meetings are open to the public. Only the Council on Homelessness has the authority to create
an Ad-Hoc Committee. The creation, suspension, or dissolution of an Ad-Hoc Committee does
not require a revision to these Bylaws.
1. Governance Committee – The purpose of the Governance Committee is to review and
revise the Governance Charter and Bylaws on an annual basis to increase Council
efficiency and impact.
2. Homelessness Awareness Month Committee – The purpose of the Homelessness
Awareness Month Committee is to plan annual Homelessness Awareness Month
activities.
3. CoC/ESG (Continuum of Care/Emergency Solutions Grant) Committee – The purpose of
the CoC/ESG Committee is to support the preparation and submission of applications for
funds administered by HUD, including the CoC Program.
4. Point in Time (PIT) Count Committee – The purpose of the PIT Count Committee is to
oversee the annual Point in Time count of people experiencing homelessness in Contra
Costa County.
Working Groups
The Council or Committees may form time-limited Working Groups to focus on specific tasks or
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projects. Working Groups are comprised of Council members and meetings are open to the
public. Working Groups report to the body that formed it – either the full Council or a
Committee. The creation, suspension, or dissolution of a Working Group does not require a
Bylaws revision.
Section 11. Council Staffing and Recordkeeping
The Council on Homelessness is supported by Contra Costa Health, Housing, and Homeless
Services Division (H3) of Contra Costa Health Services as outlined in the Governance Charter.
The responsibilities of Contra Costa Health, Housing, and Homeless Services staff to the Council
include:
A. Storage of all Council and committee records, including agendas and minutes for all
meetings;
B. Presentation of annual reports to the Board of Supervisors or reports as called for
by the Family and Human Services Committee;
C. Implementation, administration, and management of the Contra Costa County
homelessness response system, including the Coordinated Entry System and
Homeless Management Information System;
D. Serving as the Collaborative Applicant and Administrative Entity designated by the
CoC to apply for and administer program funds for the CoC;
All duties identified throughout these Bylaws that may b e delegated to an administrative
designee.
Article V. Conduct & Conflict of Interest
Section 1. Code of Conduct
Each Council member will uphold certain standards of performance and good conduct and
avoid real or apparent conflicts of interest. In order to prevent a conflict of interest, a Council
member, chairperson, employee, agent, or consultant of the Council may not:
A. Influence decisions concerning the selection or award of a grant or other financial
benefit to an organization that the Council member, employee, officer, or agent has a
financial or other interest in or represents, except for the Council itself.
B. Solicit and/or accept gifts or gratuities by anyone for their personal benefit in excess of
minimal value as defined by the California Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC).
C. Engage in any behavior demonstrating an actual conflict of interest or giving the
appearance of any such conflict.
D. Engage in violations of the law or unethical business practices, which includes any
payments for illegal acts, indirect contributions, rebates, and bribery.
Section 2. Conflict of Interest
All Council members must file an initial and annual Conflict of Interest statement with the Chair
of the Council or its administrative designee. Failure to file such a statement may result in the
removal of a member.
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Appendix: Contra Costa County Continuum of Care Timeline
1986
1987 Concerned community members begin drafting, “A
Plan for Dealing with Homelessness in Contra Costa
County”.
1991
The Task Force on Homelessness reports to the
Board of Supervisors on Homelessness in Contra
Costa County and includes Recommendations for
Action.
A symposium is held to address homelessness in
Contra Costa County. 1994
1997
Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors mandates
that a comprehensive, integrated plan for homeless
services must be developed for the County. In response,
the Ad Hoc Homeless Task Force is created to
coordinate a countywide planning process and write the
county’s first official Homeless Plan.
The Board of Supervisors officially establishes the
Homeless Continuum of Care Advisory Board (CoCB)
under Board Order C.87.
1999
The CoCB meets to oversee the planning process, to
review the original plan, and to update the 2001-
2006 Contra Costa Continuum of Care Homeless
Plan.
2000
Contra Costa County begins the process of
developing a new five-year Homeless Continuum of
Care Plan. The CoCB coordinates the planning
process.
2001
The plan is adopted. The CoCB is the lead agency for
the Continuum of Care Planning Process, setting
new objectives in response to changing
circumstances.
2004
2003
The CoCB adopts by-laws that include assuming all
previous functions of the Contra Costa Homeless
Advisory Committee and the new responsibilities
under federal and state regulation of the Homeless
Continuum of Care Boards.
The Board of Supervisors approves Ending Homelessness
in Ten Years: A County-wide Plan for the Communities of
Contra Costa County. This plan embraces key concepts of
the Five Year Plan but does not replace it. HIJIDWG, a
newly formed group, is charged with the implementation
of the Ten Year Plan provisions. This group begins meeting
regularly.
2005
On parallel tracks the CoCB and HIJIDWG continue
to work towards ending homelessness, with similar
issues and membership.
2008
2014 The CoCB and HIJIDWG merge to become the
Contra Costa Interjurisdictional Council on
Homelessness (CCICH).
2015
Using the ten-year plan as a foundation, CCICH
develops a strategic plan update, Forging Ahead,
outlining the guiding principle that homelessness is
first a housing issue, and necessary supports and
services are critical to help people remain housed.
CCICH rebrands as the Council on Homelessness,
adopting new by-laws and governance charter to
reflect the role of the CoC and the Council.
STAFF REPORT FROM THE CONTRA COSTA COUNCIL ON HOMELESSNESS
Contra Costa County Homeless System of Care Quarterly Report for
Quarter 3 of 2022 (July-September)
LETTER FROM THE CHAIR AND VICE CHAIR
Dear Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors,
This quarter the homeless Continuum of Care was busy with funding! We began to apply for
funding through a supplemental HUD CoC competition focused on unsheltered homelessness,
began planning for 2023, and wrapped up the regular HUD CoC competition, which provides
the majority of our community’s resources for housing and services. We are also encouraged
by the implementation of the CoC-approved program models that ensure a standard of service
and set outcomes across various homeless services, including Emergency Shelter and
Permanent Supportive Housing. We see great opportunities for collaboration with County and
community partners to bring resources to our community to help support our shared clients.
The CoC has been moving forward with efforts to improve equity and increase the engagement
of people with a lived experience of homelessness in our planning and decision making. We’re
continuing to work on evaluating and improving components of our system of care with
monitoring, performance-based contracting and a new HMIS evaluation.
Sincerely,
Juno Hedrick, Chair of the Council on Homelessness
and
Jo Bruno, Vice Chair of the Council on Homelessness
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INTRODUCTION
The Contra Costa Council on Homelessness (CoH) is the governing and oversight body for the
County homeless Continuum of Care (CoC) and is appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The
Council provides advice and input to the Board of Supervisors on the operations of homeless
services, program operations, and program development efforts in Contra Costa County. The
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness is the governing body for the Contra Costa County
Continuum of Care (CoC).
The Contra Costa CoC is comprised of multiple partners, including service providers, members
of faith communities, local businesses, private and public funders, community members,
education systems and law enforcement, and others who are working collaboratively to end
homelessness. The COH and COC are supported by Contra Costa Health Services Health,
Housing & Homeless Services (H3) Division. H3 functions as the CoC administrative entity and
collaborative applicant, CoC Lead Agency and Homeless Management Information System
(HMIS database) Lead Agency.
The purpose of this report is to share information about the CoC and COH activities with the
Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors and to provide recommendations from the COH to
the County Board of Supervisors on long range planning and policy formulation that would
support the county homeless CoC. This report includes information on system data, funding and
policy activities, and CoC initiatives. All information will reflect activities and data for the prior
quarter.
This report was produced on behalf of the CoH by H3 in collaboration with the CoH and CoC
partners.
SYSTEM FUNDING
This quarter the CoC continued to evaluate the system of care and pursued funding
opportunities to address the gaps in Contra Costa’s homeless system, including our largest
source of funding, the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Continuum of Care (CoC) Notice
of Funding Opportunity (NOFO).
FEDERAL
HUD CoC NOFO: HUD announced the FY 2022 Continuum of Care competition on August 1,
2022 with a due date of September 30, 2022. This year’s competition had a shorter than normal
timeline and providers worked collaboratively with the CoC to ensure an on-time submission.
Council on Homelessness members served as the CoC’s Review and Rank panel to create and
approve the Priority Listing that was approved by the Council on September 15th, 2022. This
Priority Listing included two new projects that, if awarded by HUD, will increase rapid rehousing
dedicated to survivors of domestic violence and permanent supportive housing for chronically
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homeless individuals in Contra Costa County. (See Appendix B for 2022 CoC NOFO CoC Priority
Listing)
HUD Unsheltered NOFO: In late June, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) released a first-of-its-kind package of resources to address unsheltered homelessness
and homeless encampments, including funds set aside specifically to address homelessness in
rural communities. The $322 million available under this Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO)
will enhance communities’ capacity to humanely and effectively address unsheltered and rural
homelessness by connecting vulnerable individuals and families to housing, healthcare, and
supportive services. This Special NOFO strongly promotes partnerships with healthcare
organizations, public housing authorities and mainstream housing providers, and people with
lived expertise of homelessness. HUD is prioritizing communities with high unsheltered
homeless counts based on the 2019 Point In Time Count. Contra Costa hosted a Technical
Assistance workshop for prospective applicants on August 30th, 2022 and received three
applications by the due date of September 20th, 2022. The Council on Homelessness convened
an additional CoC Review and Rank panel, composed entirely of members with lived experience
of homelessness, to create a Priority Listing that the Council will consider for approval in
October 2022.
Housing Stability Voucher Program: In October, Housing Authority of Contra Costa County,
with support from the CoC, submitted a Letter of Intent to HUD to request Housing Stability
Vouchers. These vouchers will be prioritized for Public Housing Agencies and CoCs who are
awarded through the HUD Unsheltered NOFO. These vouchers are highly sought after and are
competitively awarded.
STATE
Bringing Families Home: Contra Costa Health Services, Health, Housing and Homeless Services
(H3) partnered with Contra Costa County Employment and Human Services Department (EHSD)
to plan a Request for Qualifications to award funding from the the State of California
Department of Social Services (CDSS)’s Bringing Families Home program. The Bringing Families
Home Program will provide housing supports and services to referred families receiving Contra
Costa County child welfare services who are experiencing, or at risk of, homelessness, thereby
increasing family reunification and preventing foster care placement. The RFQ process will
occur in October and November 2022.
Homeless, Housing and Assistance Program (HHAP3): HHAP Round 3 is a $1 billion grant
through the California Interagency Council on Homelessness (Cal-ICH) that provides local
jurisdictions, including federally recognized tribal governments, with flexible funding to
continue efforts to end and prevent homelessness in their communities. H3 received requests
for clarifications on the submitted application in July and provided prompt response to Cal-ICH.
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In September, Cal-ICH notified the CoC that there were no further questions on the HHAP-3
application.
Homekey 3: H3 will be applying for a Homekey 3 allocation in September.
SYSTEM INITI ATIVES
The CoC regularly engages in multiple activities, partnerships, evaluations, and improvement
that are designed to improve services to clients and achieve various system goals.
Equity Upon the recommendations of the Equity Working Group, the Council on Homelessness
voted to approve the establishment of an Equity Committee and the following priority for the
newly formed committee to focus on for 2023: Create accessible information, outreach, and
educational materials to engage hard to reach or previously unreached communities in Contra
Costa County. The Committee will meet for the first time in October.
Engagement of People with Lived Experience of Homelessness: The Council actively recruited
for applicants for the Lived Experience seat and Youth Representative on the Council that will
open 12/31/22. This year we added two “Office Hours” for As of 9/30/22, staff received 10
qualified applications (plus 3 more that did not complete the application process) for the Lived
Experience Advisor seat and one for the Youth Representative seat.
HMIS Evaluation: H3 contracted with Focus Strategies to assess the configuration and use of
the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) to ensure that HMIS workflows, data
and reporting enable providers to be successful with new program models and performance-
based contracting. H3 and Focus Strategies worked on data collection through surveys, focus
groups, and one-on-one interviews with partner providers, H3 staff, and people experiencing
homelessness to get a robust understanding of challenges and opportunities in the HMIS.
Monitoring: Homebase is leading the 2022 monitoring process for 19 Continuum of Care-
funded projects and will ensure grant activities are following the Department of Housing and
Urban Development rules and regulations; improve individual program performance; and
increase provider capacity regarding Continuum of Care compliance and financial management.
The monitoring process of all CoC funded agencies was completed in late July and Homebase
led a supportive process to identify findings and enable providers to remedy deficiencies before
planning to provide an overall update to the Oversight committee in November.
Performance Based Contracting: The Council on Homelessness approved standardized program
models for homeless services in the Continuum of Care at the June 2nd CoH meeting. CoC
providers and Health, Housing, and Homeless Services worked quickly to create workplans for
FY22-23 to implement these models and will work throughout the year to adjust and improve
the models before formally integrating these standards into County contracts. Upon
implementation in July, the CoC worked to create a self-assessment tool and program model
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dashboards for providers to understand their outcomes under these new performance based
contract work plans. The CoC also hosted Critical Time Intervention trainings for Rapid
Rehousing providers as required under the newly adopted program standards.
COLLABORATIONS
Holistic Intervention Partnership (HIP): The Contra Costa County Office of the Public Defender
and the Contra Costa County Health, Housing, and Homeless Services Department have secured
a $6 million grant from the California Board of State and Community Corrections (BSCC) to
dramatically expand the Holistic Intervention Partnership (HIP) over the next three years.
HIP launched as a pilot program in June 2020 and knits together an integrated, multidisciplinary
team of public agencies and community-based organizations. The HIP team is committed to
providing support to those involved in the criminal legal system in order to improve outcomes
for indigent Contra Costa County residents who struggle with mental illness, substance
dependence, and homelessness.
This expanded funding will also include significant dedicated funds to preserve or provide
housing for the estimated 35% of Public Defender clients who are unhoused or at risk of being
unhoused. Almost half of the grant’s budget is earmarked for housing staffing and resources,
and this funding provides direct dollars for housing, both permanent and short-term, for those
impacted by the local criminal legal system. HIP has proven to be an effective tool to support
our County’s most vulnerable residents while at the same time reducing incarceration and
increasing public safety. With this new award, HIP will provide a substantially expanded and
enhanced array of resources, including immediate legal representation, civil legal advocacy, and
community-based services for at least 900 people over three years.
Homeless Services-Workforce Development Integration (H-WIN)- These bi-monthly meetings
provide an opportunity for people working in Homeless Services and Workforce Development
in Contra Costa to connect with and understand each other’s resources and services. One
meeting was held this quarter, with over 20 partners in attendance.
REGIONAL ACTION PLAN
Contra Costa is committed to the Regional Action plan which aims to reduce unsheltered
homelessness by 75% by 2024. The Regional Action Plan proposes a 1-2-4 framework which
posits that to accomplish this reduction, for every 1 additional interim housing unit funded, 2
permanent housing solutions, and 4 prevention interventions are needed.
PATH Innovations Committee: The Plan for Accelerating Transformative Housing (PATH)
Innovations Committee of the Council on Homelessness refined their work to examine
prevention and rapid exit resources as mechanisms to reduce unsheltered homelessness. The
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committee also engaged with prevention and rapid exit providers to understand referral
processes, program components, and outcomes.
Funding Opportunities: All of the funding opportunities mentioned earlier in the report would
support Contra Costa’s efforts to achieve the Regional Action Plan goal of reducing unsheltered
homelessness by 75% by 2024.
GOVERNANCE/REPORTING
• The COH Governance Committee developed draft bylaws revisions which have been
submitted to County Counsel for review.
• The Chair and Vice Chair presented the Q2 Council on Homelessness report at the
October FHS Committee meeting.
MEETINGS, TRAININGS AND EVENTS
Council on Homelessness (COH) Meetings: The Council on Homelessness held three (3) regular
business meetings. In addition to the regular Council on Homelessness meetings, the following
committees met:
Committee Purpose
HMIS Policy Committee Develops and shares updates on HMIS policies and practices,
compliance, and troubleshooting; Plans technical assistance and
training; Informs standards of practice and monitoring
Homelessness
Awareness Month
Planning Committee
Developing materials, tools and events to mark Homelessness
Awareness Month in November.
Nominating Committee Reviews and revises application process for potential new CoH
members and provides recommendations to the full Council.
Oversight Committee Reviewing and assessing the development, implementation, and
improvement of the CoC, Coordinated Entry System, HMIS
database, and system outcomes
PATH Innovation
Committee
Work towards the goal of reducing unsheltered homeless in Contra
Costa County by 75% by 2024
Trainings
• Connecting Clients to Mainstream Benefits (7/28)
• Fair Housing (8/22/22)
• Connecting Clients to Workforce Services (9/26/22)
Events
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• CoC Provider Meetings (3)
• Contra Costa NOFO TA Workshop (8/9)
• H-WIN meeting (8/10)
The recordings, minutes and materials for trainings and meetings can be found on the H3
website1 and on the County agenda center2, and a calendar of upcoming meetings and events
can be found on the H3 website.
RECOMMENDATIONS
• Adopt resolution to declare December 21, 2022 to be Homeless Person’s Memorial Day
when presented with resolution by Council on Homelessness in mid-December.
1 https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/partners.php#Training
2 https://www.contracosta.ca.gov/agendacenter
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APPENDIX A
Commonly Used Acronyms and Terms
Acronym Definition
APR Annual Performance Report (for HUD homeless programs)
BIPOC Black and Indigenous People of Color
CARE Coordinated Assessment and Resource
CCYCS Contra Costa Youth Continuum of Services
CDBG,
CDBG-CV
Community Development Block Grant (federal and state programs) and the federal Community Development Block
Grant CARES Act coronavirus allocation.
CESH California Emergency Solutions and Housing program (state funding)
Continuum of
Care (CoC)
Continuum of Care approach to assistance to the homeless. Federal grant program promoting and funding
permanent solutions to homelessness.
Con Plan Consolidated Plan, a locally developed plan for housing assistance and urban development under CDBG.
CORE Coordinated Outreach Referral, Engagement program
COVID-19 Coronavirus
DCD (Contra Costa County) Department of Conservation and Development
DOC Department Operations Center
EHSD (Contra Costa County) Employment and Human Services Division
EOC Emergency Operations Center
ESG and ESG-
CV
Emergency Solutions Grant (federal and state program) and the federal Emergency Solutions Grant CARES Act
coronavirus allocation.
ESG-CV Emergency Solutions Grant CARES
FMR Fair Market Rent (maximum rent for Section 8 rental assistance/CoC grants)
HCD Housing and Community Development (State office)
HEAP Homeless Emergency Aid Program (State funding)
HEARTH Homeless Emergency and Rapid Transition to Housing (HEARTH) Act of 2009
HHAP Homeless Housing and Assistance Program
HMIS Homeless Management Information System
HOME Home Investment Partnerships (CPD program)
HUD U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (federal)
MHSA Mental Health Services Act
NOFA/NOFO Notice of Funding Availability/ Notice of Funding Opportunity
PHA Public Housing Authority
PUI Persons Under Investigation
PWLE People With Lived Experience of Homelessness
SAMHSA Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration
SRO Single-Room Occupancy housing units
SSDI Social Security Disability Income
SSI Supplemental Security Income
TA Technical Assistance
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TAY Transition Age Youth (usually ages 18-24)
VA Veterans Affairs (U.S. Department of)
VASH Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing
VI-SPDAT Vulnerability Index – Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool
Contra Costa County COVID-19 Resources:
Please see below for additional resources on COVID-19.
• Health Services COVID Data Dashboard- https://www.coronavirus.cchealth.org/dashboard
• Health Services Homeless Specific Data Dashboard- https://www.coronavirus.cchealth.org/homeless-dashboard
• Health Services COVID Updates- https://www.coronavirus.cchealth.org/health-services-updates
• Health Services Homeless-Specific COVID Resources -https://www.coronavirus.cchealth.org/for-the-homeless
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APPENDIX B
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness
FY2022 CoC Program Competition Priority Listing
Approved by the Council on Homelessness - September 15, 2022
Rank Score Applicant Project Type Award Amount
1 99.60 CCHS High Utilizers of Multiple Systems Expansion (New)PSH 818,640$
2 98.80 Hope ACCESS PSH 1,059,055$
3 98.20 HACCC Lakeside PSH 92,628$
4 98.20 HACCC Villa Vasconcellos PSH 115,671$
5 97.80 Hope Garden Park Apartments Community PSH 352,150$
6 97.60 HACCC Contra Costa Tenant-Based Rental Assistance PSH 6,830,871$
7 97.20 Hope Families in Supportive Housing PSH 1,087,325$
8 97.00 HACCC Contra Costa Project-Based Rental Assistance PSH 159,920$
9 96.20 CCHS Permanent Connections PSH 274,606$
10 94.60 RCD Idaho Apartments PSH 194,836$
11 94.00 SHELTER, Inc.Project Thrive PSH 591,440$
12 94.00 SHELTER, Inc.Permanent Turningpoint PSH 660,119$
13 93.80 CCHS Destination Home PSH 429,457$
14 *Hope Project Home SAFE RRH 716,332$
15 *Hope Richmond Hacienda PSH 150,220$
16 *CCHS Contra Costa HMIS HMIS 175,596$
17 *CCHS Contra Costa Coordinated Entry SSO 1,217,035$
18 93.80 CCHS High Utilizers of Multiple Systems (Straddling Tiers)PSH 628,255$
18 93.80 CCHS High Utilizers of Multiple Systems (Straddling Tiers)PSH 436,457$
19 93.20 SAHA Tabora Gardens Senior Apartments PSH 299,535$
21 89.20 SHELTER, Inc.Esperanza RRH RRH 412,221$
22 89.00 SHELTER, Inc.Reach Plus RRH RRH 489,067$
20 92.80 SHELTER, Inc.**Pelancha RRH (New)RRH 536,883$
** If not selected for DV Bonus Funding, this project will not be funded because there is not enough CoC Bonus Funding available.
Annual Renewal Demand
CoC Bonus (1 application received)
Domestic Violence Bonus (1 application received)
Tier 1 Amount
Tier 2 Amount
CoC Planning (not ranked)
Total Request to HUD
15,554,156$
1,637,280$
491,184$
18,219,503$
Tier 1
Tier 2
Domestic Violence (DV) Bonus Funding
16,372,796$
818,640$
536,883$
* Per local process, HMIS, CE, and projects with less than 1 year of data are automatically ranked at bottom of Tier 1.
Applicants for Council On Homelessness2022Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for?Name Eligible? Affordable Housing Developer Representative Iman Novin YESBehavioral Health Representative Diane Alcala YESBehavioral Health Representative Margaret Schiltz, PsyD YESBehavioral Health RepresentativeWilliam ArredondoIncomplete City Government Representative Aissia Ashoori YESCity Government RepresentativeJazmin Ridley Rescinded AppCity Government Representative Renee S. Morgan YESCity Government Representative Teri House YESEducational and Vocational Services Representative Alejandra Chamberlain YESEducational and Vocational Services Representative Mike MacDonakld YESEducational and Vocational Services Representative Stacy Hart YESEmergency Solutions Grant Representative Gabriel Lemus YESHealth Care Representative Maria (Mia) Fairbanks MSN, RN, PHN YESHomeless Service Provider Representative Abby Khodayari YESHomeless Service Provider Representative Deanne Pearn YESHomeless Service Provider Representative Jeff Heath YESHomeless Service Provider Representative John Eckstrom YESHomeless Service Provider Representative Jonathan Russell YESHomeless Service Provider Representative Lea Murray YESHomeless Service Provider Representative Nicholas Carter YESHomeless Service Provider Representative Tanya Jacobs YESHomeless Service Provider RepresentativeTiffany PowellIncomplete Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness) Amanda jenkins YESLived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)Barbara RatliffNo, doesn't live/work in Contra Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness) Brandi Martinez YESLived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness) Brianna Gonzales YESLived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)Deborah Perez Incomplete Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness) Emily Cross YESLived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness) Jessi Taran YESLived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness) Jo Bruno YESLived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness) Renee Juno Hedrick YESLived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)Ron Hollis Jr.Incomplete Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness) Steve Gallion YESLived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)Wendell Simlin Incomplete Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness) Zak Franet YESVeterans Administration Representative Jai De Lotto YESWorkforce Development Representative Janae Thomas YESYouth Representative (must be between the ages of 18‐24) Anastasia Padilla YES
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Respondent
About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
My firm Novin Development is an experienced sponsor and developer of affordable housing so I bring on-the grounds practical affordable housing experience to the COH. I have also served on
the Walnut Creek Planning Commission, Board of Trinity Center, Board of Berkeley Food & Housing and Walnut Creek Chamber of Commerce. This helps me connect dots and suggest policy that
enhances partnerships between affordable housing developers and service providers.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
I am a first-generation immigrant of Middle Eastern background which helps me identify and connect with others from various racial, ethnic and cultural backgrounds. I have participated in COH
Diversity Equity and Inclusion policy work and am committed to fostering BIPOC participation in the Continuum of Care. I believe this work needs to be intentional and explicit to have a real impact
across organizations.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
As president of Novin Development, a Walnut Creek based affordable housing developer, I work with and serve all of these populations. For example, I have a 36 unit HomeKey project in Soquel,
CA that includes set-asides for Veterans and Transition Aged Youth homeless. I am also working on an IDD Special Needs project in Lafayette CA and Senior Affordable housing near BART in
Hayward. I also work with these subpopulations through my work as a board member for Berkeley Food and Housing and Trinity Center Walnut Creek.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I previously served on the Walnut Creek Planning Commission and currently serve as an elected CADEM delegate in assembly district 16.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
1. Foster partnerships between landlords / affordable housing developers and service providers through mixers and "meet the primes" type events
2. Spread funding commitments to new and smaller organizations (emerging service providers and affordable housing developers) especially those that have come out of particular subpopulations
(e.g. Veterans non-profits that are founded and run by veterans).
3. More clarity and transparency around process for partnering with the County on permanent supportive housing funding and efforts like HomeKey that require the County or locality to be a co-
applicant for state funds.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
1. Shorten the length of meetings
2. Consider more interactive tools like polls
3. In-person and hybrid meetings/mixers to foster connections between providers and developers
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Have enjoyed being a member of the COH and would be honored to serve another term
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Iman Novin
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 28, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 4
Length of Employment
9 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
All districts
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
9 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Iman Novin
Walnut Creek CA
Novin Development Corp President and CEO
Iman Novin
Seat Name
Affordable Housing Developer
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Many, I currently serve in this role
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
University of California San Diego
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Structural Engineering and Urban Planning
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Iman Novin
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I am currently serving in this role and would like to continue my volunteer work with the COH. I am a
locally based affordable housing developer with years of experience working on policy and homelessness
issues and feel like I have some insights to offer.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
As founder and president of Novin Development and Consulting, I have hands-on experience consulting
with local agencies as it relates to the nuts and bolts of affordable housing finance and development. I
also develop affordable housing projects so have hands-on experience to share. I previously served on
the Walnut Creek Planning Commission, and am a graduate of Leadership Contra Costa which has
helped me understand regional and local issues that impact homelessness and unhoused populations in
our County. I have experience with HomeKey and a variety of state and federal funding sources for
permanent supportive housing. I also am an elected CADEM delegate in Assembly District 16 and work
on housing policy issues at the local, state, and federal levels.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Iman Novin
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Council on Homelessness
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Walnut Creek Planning Commission Trinity Center Board of Directors Berkeley Food and Housing Board
of Directors Sunflower Hill Advisory Board (IDD) Veterans Village (Santa Cruz) Board of Directors
CADEM AD 16 Delegate CADEM Legislation Committee
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Iman Novin
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Iman Novin
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Respondent
About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I have over 20 years of providing mental health services to adults, families, children and youth. I have worked in various settings urban and rural settings. I understand the impact of homelessness
on individuals, communities and families. Having a safe, secure home base allows individuals to make healthy choices for themselves. Being on the streets is a traumatizing experience. The shelter
systems should be humanized and be safe haven for unhoused persons.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
My varied work experience has included providing group, individual and family psychotherapy to community members in non profit and county settings. I have worked with Latino immigrants,
African American,Formerly incarcerated individuals, Native Americans, LGBTQ youth and adults, elders and individuals of varied educational and economic backgrounds. I am open to learning and
never make assumptions about individuals and their cultures or ethnic background. I ask questions to learn. I approach individuals with an open mind.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I volunteered with the San Francisco City and County Human Rights Commission in San Francisco from March 2010 to December 2017. I served my full term. I was a member of the LGBTQ Advisory
Committee. I participated and organized community forums on LGBTQ housing issues for seniors, LGBTQ issues for youth such as homelessness, increasing safe welcoming community services,
decreasing isolation, reducing the impact of violence on the Trans-Latinex Community. I have made choices to work in settings that provide support to individuals affected by trauma, substance
use, mental health issues and access to health care services. I have been in search of a community organization to share my expertise and knowledge. I want to be part of a solution to improve our
communities and to reduce pain and suffering.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I currently work for the Public Guardians Office.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
I see working as a team with law enforcement to redirect persons experiencing a mental health crisis to the correct services. Creating drop in services for all areas of this large county. Thinking
outside of the box, being creative such as cooperative housing that allows pets, have a community drop in center run by clients. Consider providing tiny home lots. Saying yes and whatever it takes
to house persons and support them with mental health and substance use issues.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
I have not attended meetings.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Oct 03, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
9.5 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
2
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
9.5 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Diane Alcala
Richmond CA
Contra Costa County Mental Health Clinical Specialist
Diane Alcala
Seat Name
Council on Homelessness
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
None
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
University of Texas
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Bachelors Degree in Social Work
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
New College of CA
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Master of Psychology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Diane Alcala
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I want to share my expertise and knowledge to reduce and eliminate homelessness in our community.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have over 20 years of working with individuals experiencing mental health, substance use, and
homelessness.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Diane Alcala
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
San Francisco Human Right Commission LGBTQ Advisory Commitee
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Diane Alcala
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Diane Alcala
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
More options for Responses
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
Serving on the Council as the Behavioral Health chair the past two years has only strengthened my commitment to working toward housing for all residents of Contra Costa County. I am a licensed
clinical psychologist and the clinic program manager for the Hume Center's FSP and Outpatient programs in West Contra Costa County. My work with people that experience chronic, severe
mental illness has given me awareness of how mental health issues impact a person's ability to maintain housing. Without adequate housing it is difficult for a person to address their mental health
symptoms, effectively. We all need stability and safety to begin a healing process and achieve a state of wellbeing. My interest in addressing homelessness and housing insecurity began back in the
1990's when I was Administrative Director for Habitat for Humanity in Orange County, CA. During that period in my life, our non-profit group was able to build 48 condominiums and 5 homes for
families. Following the families after they moved into their new homes was a study in how stable housing brings a space to grow from. Many families improved their education and work prospects
once housed. I see the same now in the behavioral health world. With case management and therapy support secure housing improves mental health and allows growth in other areas of life. They
are free from the pressure of daily survival on the street or the insecurity of couch surfing. I would like to continue to contribute to decreasing homeless in Contra Costa County by remaining on the
Council for Homelessness for another two years.
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
As a psychologist and program manager I engaged daily with a diverse population of clients and staff members. My approach is to own my cultural identity as a white woman with the privilege
that has given me in American society. I also navigate the power differential that can be present in my work as a psychologist. It is my job to educate myself and be open to the rich diversity that is
present in the many different intersections of race, gender, sexual orientation, housing and socio-economic status, and cultural backgrounds. Letting each person have space to be seen and have a
voice in our community is important. For people from minority or marginalized groups, it is my goal to give them the space to present their lived experience and viewpoint and not assume I know
what that is. I strive to create a safe community where everyone can be their authentic self.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
At the Hume Center West's FSP and Outpatient programs, I manage a caseload of clients that experience schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, bipolar I & II, and major depression. Almost all
clients have some level of PTSD. Maybe about 80% have substance use issues - either current or in remission. Our treatment team is made up of psychologists and case managers. Each client has a
case manager and a clinician. This allows us to treat the whole person and all aspects of their life. This wrap around approach has been successful in allowing many clients to stabilize and gain
coping skills that improve their wellbeing and social engagement. Our population is adults age 18 and above. I have experience with treating clients with chronic homelessness, aging issues,
medical challenges, HIV/AIDS, victims of abuse, trauma, domestic violence, chronic drug use, and mental health stigma. Our population expresses the diversity of West Contra Costa County with
African American, Latinx, and Lao and Thai Asian community members.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
My employer, Portia Bell Hume Behavioral Health & Training Center, is a community mental health agency and a non-profit organization with offices in Richmond, Concord, Pittsburg, Fremont, and
Pleasanton.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
Providing social services and case management support to individuals and families coming out of homelessness is a great aid to encouraging success in maintaining permanent housing.
Identifying factors such as mental health and physical health issues that may be contributing to a loss of housing. Identifying systemic economic factors in the bay area that make finding housing
or re-housing people difficult. More money and subsidies need to be made available for people to pay rent in communities where they have been priced out of the rental market.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
It has been convenient to meet on zoom. It would be nice to get together in person once a month when everyone feels it is safe. I appreciate the great work done by council staff, Homebase, and
our leadership in preparing for our meetings. The agenda is very clear and the meetings encourage participation. I have really liked the focus on diversity through a committee focus on that topic;
so more around making sure important voices in our homeless community are heard will be great.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
No
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Margaret Schiltz, PsyD
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 27, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
N/A - Out of County
Length of Employment
10 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
1
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
10 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Margaret A Schiltz
Berkeley CA
Portia Bell Hume Behavioral
Health & Training Center Clinic Programs Manager
Margaret A Schiltz
Seat Name
Behavioral Health Seat
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Past 2 years starting 11/2020
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
University of Notre Dame, Indiana
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
B.A. Program of Liberal Studies
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
The Wright Institute, Berkeley CA
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Doctor of Psychology/ PsyD
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Margaret A Schiltz
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
PsyD License PSY28446
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I have served on the Council of Homelessness for the past 2 years as the Behavioral Health chair. It has
been very rewarding. I would like to continue for another 2 years so that I can continue to give a voice in
council meetings to behavioral health concerns as they relate to homelessness issues. More than half of
the Contra Costa County homeless population experience mental health symptoms. Finding solutions that
work with mental health and substance use issues is essential for re-housing community members in a
manner that will be successful and long lasting. It is my hope to continue to contribute to working with the
PATH Innovations committee on finding ways to reduce homelessness per Governor Newsom's directive
and contribute to the Council on Homelessness in whatever way I can.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I work at the program manager for the Hume Center's FSP and Outpatient programs in West Contra
Costa County. This experience coupled with my license as a clinical psychologist have given me firsthand
experience with the homeless population in West Contra Costa County that experience chronic severe
mental illness and substance use issues. I daily address housing concerns related to our clients. The
Hume Center's FSPs in Contra Costa County have developed a housing subsidy program that has given
me experience with bring clients out of a state of homelessness and into extended motel stays and then
apartment living. With case management and psychotherapy support many clients are finding success.
Margaret A Schiltz
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Margaret A Schiltz
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Margaret A Schiltz
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership
Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and
perspectives to the Council. Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats.
Please carefully consider how your personal experiences, professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and
the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you
submit this application, you will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday,
September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or
submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable,
please describe any experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and
alleviating homelessness within the topic or field related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
As a native San Franciscan, I have always had a passion for people and community building. As an adolescent, I contributed to my community by connecting and
volunteering in community centers and churches. After receiving my M.P.A., I pursued a career in local government and have spent the last 12 years focused on
affordable housing in San Francisco and Contra Costa counties. Affordable housing looks for every household and cannot be seen as a one size fits all approach given
that the housing ladder varies for us all. In my role as the Housing Manager, I have been fortunate to work with many non-profit partners (developers and CBOs) to
help support our communities by developing, enhancing, and implementing sustainable affordable housing policies and programs. Lack of permanent housing
impacts so many lives daily as having access to safe, sanitary, and decent living conditions is vital for all. The housing market in the last decade alone has changed
dramatically added with the COVID-19 pandemic has amplified our needs now more than ever. Through this platform, I/we will be able to continue building and
collaborating with our peers by working together to ensure that all individuals of Contra Costa County have a safe place to sleep every night.
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages,
sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your
approach and experience working with and in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
As a minority woman, I have experience in working with people of all backgrounds. In San Francisco, I participated in the Government Alliance on Race and Equity
Program. I am constantly working with numerous community members, stakeholders, elected officials and more to work collaboratively and equitability. Through my
lens, we are all human and we should all work to support one another as hard times/challenges can appear in a blink. It is important to stay connected and to always
remain a resource to the community with culturally competence. In the Bay Area, we are so fortunate to have a broad range of services/providers to work with
populations of all backgrounds but there is always room to reevaluate and make things even stronger.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as:
persons with chronic substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic
homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans, families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic
violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word maximum) *
5.
Here in El Cerrito, I work with the County CORE team to provide support to our unhoused residents. I also partner with housing counseling agencies to ensure that our
housed residents can remain in their homes. Additionally, connecting our special needs populations to the appropriate resources such as meal services, legal aid, etc. is
another component of serving the community.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not
currently represented on the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please
see here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
N/A
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would
encourage the Contra Costa Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw
from current events and other sources of information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
As a County and region, we need to produce, protect and preserve housing opportunities for all. With current/new resources, I look forward to the potential of new
Project Roomkey sites, partnering with property owners and the faith based community.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC)
meetings you have previously attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not
attended a CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and
your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word maximum) *
9.
Not at this moment.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing,
including sobriety, religious affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle:
Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must
be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility, accountability, and transparency of the community. Are
you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options
below: *
11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and
cultural backgrounds, and geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in
aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following
questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you
would contribute to the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived
experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
To effectively communicate, it requires cultivating relationships while maintaining flexibility as our work in the public sector is driven by the many different needs of
our community members. Listening is a very important characteristic to possess to ensure that our decision-making skills result in the best possible outcomes.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Aissia Ashoori
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Oct 26, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
4.10
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
1
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
4.10 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Aissia R Ashoori
Oakland CA
City of El Cerrito Housing Manager
Aissia R Ashoori
Seat Name
City/Government
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
2
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
CSU Hayward
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
MPA
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
CSU Hayward
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BA Sociology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Aissia R Ashoori
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I am interested in serving on the Council of Homelessness to ensure that individuals have access to safe,
sanitary and decent housing. Housing creates community investment by allowing households to plant local
roots with access to regional employment opportunities with linkages to education/workforce resources.
Securing an affordable place to call home provides stability to households for this generation and beyond.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have had the privilege to spend the last 12+years advancing affordable housing polices while working
with the community to improve access to housing programs, especially for our disadvantaged
communities.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Aissia R Ashoori
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
In 2022, the City of El Cerrito and BRIDGE Housing applied for and received funding through DCD as it
pertains to new affordable housing at Mayfair - 11690 San Pablo Avenue.
Aissia R Ashoori
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
More options for Responses
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I have been an appointed representative on the Contra Costa Homeless Continuum of Care since it was formed about 25 years ago, with a couple of years off when my husband was terminally ill.
Over the past 35 years, I spent a decade providing transitional and permanent housing for homeless and extremely low-income households including battered spouses and their children, and 25
years as a CDBG funder for the cities of Pittsburg, Concord, and Antioch. As a formerly homeless teen and military dependent that moved 27 times in 14 years, I am acutely aware of the
importance of a stable home in the development of children and cohesion of families. The majority of my life's work has been dedicated to providing housing and helping to find solutions to
homelessness.
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
My experience in serving diverse populations is informed by an MS in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in multicultural counseling, experience living in Turkey, Greece and Africa as a
youth, as well as extensive travel to countries where my race and culture was not dominant. My own family migrated to the US three generations ago. Throughout my life I have been taught to be
very aware of the privileges that come with the color of my skin, as well as the experiences of different economic classes and levels of educational attainment in this country and abroad. My
parents grew up extremely poor in rural Kansas, and I am the first of our family to achieve education above the high school level. Always I was taught to value and learn from the contributions of
every individual.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
Currently I manage the funds that provide support for, and have by-name familiarity with the executive directors of these agencies. My job as a funder requires me to read their annual reports,
audits, and board minutes and to work with the Executive Director, Finance Director, and program staff. I presently sit on the CoC, the Healthcare for the Homeless Board and the United
Way/FEMA Local Board for Contra Costa County, but am not permitted to sit on funded nonprofit boards in my current position. I was a public speaker for AIDS Project Los Angeles during the
AIDS epidemic, and my Master's thesis was on senior mental health and peer counseling services. Just yesterday I was the emcee for our local domestic violence agency's big fundraiser, and I
personally contribute to many of the types of agencies mentioned.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
As a City funder that is part of the Contra Costa HOME/CDBG Consortium, I work closely with the County ESG seat who is part of the Consortium. The Health Care seat is held by the County
Healthcare for the Homeless representative, and I also sit on that Board. I work closely with Tony Ucciferri who holds the Public Housing Authority seat, and have evaluated funding requests
submitted to the City by Trinity Center (CoC/ESG agency seat), Hume Center (Behavioral Health seat), and HOPE Solutions (Homeless service provider seat.)
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
1. Regional analysis to determine accessibility of services to East and Far East County residents compared to Central and West County, and the impact that reduced access has on obtaining housing
and supportive housing. 2. Commitment to developing infrastructure needed to ensure equity in both access to and provision of services.
3. Applause and support for lifting up the voices and experiences of unhoused residents, and moving toward a Board that better reflects the racial and ethnic characteristics of the unhoused
population.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
See answers in question 7 to start. From my work on various CoC Committees such as the PATH Innovations Committee and the Data Committee - continue to emphasize and support the analysis
of data to guide decisions, and the development of dashboards such as the Unsheltered Dashboard to better understand inflow and outflow and causes of first-time homelessness to better
develop upstream solutions. Support quicker analysis by adding additional personnel or consultants as needed so that we can achieve goals. Continue and increase regional efforts to promote
housing support for extremely low-income households to keep them from falling into homelessness and becoming displaced to Contra Costa and points eastward, where rents are lower. Expand
funding for homeless prevention and intervention efforts and increase access to the referral system to keep households out of the homeless system.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Although I may look like your average white-haired older white woman, the incredible diversity of my life experiences brings an acute awareness of the struggles experienced by many of those
who are unhoused. I will never, ever forget my experiences of food insecurity, of rummaging in trash cans and in the back of grocery stores for something to eat, of eating food filled with ants and
being grateful for the extra protein, of being hungry and thirsty, of trying to stay clean by "bathing" and washing clothes in public restrooms, of the scarcity of toilets and having to find bushes
instead, of the dangers of being a young woman on the streets, of the violence all around me, of what I had to do to survive. Those memories will never leave me, and they keep me fighting, keep
me advocating, keep me working to create solutions for a better life to other folks who are struggling as I once did.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Teri House
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Oct 24, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 5
Length of Employment
12 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
3 and 5
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
26 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Teri A House
Pittsburg CA
City of Antioch CDBG/Housing Consultant
Teri A House
Seat Name
City Government
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Almost every meeting since 1997, including most committee meetings
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
CSUEB
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
MS Counseling Psychology, Multicultural emphasis
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
CSUEB
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BS Psychology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Bassist College
Teri A House
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BA Apparel Design
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
USF - Development Director Cert.
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certified Park and Recreation Professional (CPRP)
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Various certifications related to being an auto mechanic in the 1970s including brakes and front end, fuel
injection, etc.
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
My life experiences as a homeless teen compel me to be a part of the solution to homelessness in my
community. My profession as a City government funder and member of the Contra Costa HOME/CDBG
Consortium for the City of Antioch afford me great familiarity with the agencies providing services to this
population, and my work gathering data and writing the latest 5-Year Consolidated Plan for the
Consortium informs me of the tremendous need for housing and homeless prevention services for the
vast numbers of extremely low-income residents in Contra Costa County. I was appointed to this Board
shortly after its inception in 1997, and have served with only a one-term absence when my husband
became terminally ill. The Contra Costa Homeless Continuum of Care has been a wonderful Board to
serve with and the staffing is beyond exceptional. They are working hard to find innovative solutions to
preventing and serving those who are unhoused. For 35 years of my career I have helped to provide
housing and homeless services, and fund such services. I would like to continue this work in my existing
seat for another term before I retire.
Teri A House
Upload a Resume
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have personal experience in homelessness, and presently serve on three homeless boards that award
funding in the County, which include the CoH, Healthcare for the Homeless Board and the United
Way/FEMA board. My work at the City of Antioch is to fund many of the agencies that provide homeless
services disbursing over $250k annually for this purpose, as well as developing deeply affordable housing
for homeless and extremely low-income residents. I am deeply involved in the Contra Costa CoC and
Council on Homelessness, serving on the Oversight Committee, the PATH Innovations Committee, the
ESG Committee, and attending most meetings of the Data Committee. My educational attainments in
multicultural counseling and experience counseling battered women and seniors offers a unique
perspective in working with board members and the homeless population in general. I have great
empathy for unhoused residents, having come from a low-income family and experiencing homelessness
and extreme poverty in my 20s and 30s.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Council on Homelessness, Healthcare for the Homeless
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
Council on Homelessness
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
United Way/FEMA local advisory board - current member My position as a funder does not permit me to
serve on nonprofit boards until 1 year after leaving this position.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Teri A House
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
Teri A House
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership
Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and
perspectives to the Council. Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats.
Please carefully consider how your personal experiences, professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and
the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you
submit this application, you will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday,
September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or
submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable,
please describe any experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and
alleviating homelessness within the topic or field related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
Highly regarded for her principled, energetic and idea-driven leadership, Renee was elected to the Danville Council in 2012, and has served as Mayor. Her approach is
proactive and hands-on. Prior to being elected, she served as a Planning Commissioner, Historic Design Review and Heritage Resource. During this time Renee
implemented stronger open space, Historic preservation guidelines and updated two General Plans. Renee’s service and advocacy is broad and reaches beyond our
boundaries .She has served in numerous Board positions including; Contra Costa Transportation Authority Traffix-Vice Chair San Ramon Valley Emergency
Preparedness Citizens Corps Southwest Area Transportation San Ramon Regional Hospital-Governing Board County Transit League of California Cities The One
Hundred Club-Board Meals on Wheels Diablo Region-Treasurer Danville Children’s Guild Museum of the San Ramon Valley-Gala Board Impact100-MC Relay for Life -
American Cancer Society-Captain/Guest Speaker Walk to End Alzheimer’s-Captain/Guest Speaker Danville Finance Committee Danville Legislative Committee Red
Cross Leadership Board Commission on Aging-Leadership Board Tri-Valley Mayors Contra Costa County Solid Waste Authority Renee believes in fostering strong
working partnerships with public agencies, nonprofits and service organizations. She represents our community as a Liaison with: SRV Unified School
District,Chamber,Street Smarts,Contra Costa Mayors, Tri-Valley Mayors, Finance, Danville Commissions. She is a former Youth/High School Cheer coach and Football
team mom. She draws upon her leadership and personal involvement with schools, veterans, seniors, businesses and safety. This gives her an outstanding prospective
on the needs of Danville. Renee grew up in a Military family.Her father was a Command Sergeant Major who served 30 years and passed from Agent Orange Cancer.
Her son-in-law is also retired Military. She is a 30 year Danville resident and has 2 children and 2 grand children. Renee is a graduate of Leadership SRV/Pleasanton
and Volunteer in Police Program. Her philosophy: Danville is consistently ranked in the top 20 Places to live in California with a balanced budget and safest city in the
state..and she plans on keeping it that way. Side note In her Spare time, Renee recently collected over 800 stuffed animals to bring comfort and love to our elderly
communities, care facilities , hospitals and shelters.
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages,
sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your
approach and experience working with and in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
Danville has had its own challenges with Homelessness. In the past 4 years we have had to address two highly publicized incidents. Diversity means a variety of
backgrounds, people and perspectives. In my experience, it brings out better solutions that reach a wider audience, and creates a more welcoming atmosphere. Equity
means making sure that everyone has equal opportunities, compensation and voice in decision-making, which I think is important in decision making and during a
contra costa cities everyday operations. When we can make internal processes more equitable and fair, the city can help, except and welcome a wider range of future
residents. Inclusivity is when we implement these values and help make sure that our diverse residents feel safe, valued and welcomed.We have also updated our
Mission statement to reflect our diverse backgrounds
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as:
persons with chronic substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic
homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans, families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic
violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word maximum) *
5.
*Please see above information
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not
currently represented on the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please
see here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
Danville Town Council Member/ Mayor
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would
encourage the Contra Costa Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw
from current events and other sources of information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
Understand and Identify why a person(s) are homeless
Financial support – of any source – whether through grants, having money go where it is needed most and to help strengthen the communities ability to help.
Education and Volunteering-Help dispel myths, educate on how they can fight to end homelessness. social networks, information to schools, peers, colleagues, public
perception. Inform and influence dialogues by public speaking at events and initiate changing the laws.
I have been involved in all the above through my time on the council and various boards.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC)
meetings you have previously attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not
attended a CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and
your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word maximum) *
9.
The Care Court Bill-establishing a new court program to help homeless with mental disorders.
Housing Crisis- crews helping homeless outreach
Helen Putnam Awards of excellence in Intergovernmental Collaboration
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing,
including sobriety, religious affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle:
Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must
be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility, accountability, and transparency of the community. Are
you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options
below: *
11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and
cultural backgrounds, and geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in
aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following
questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you
would contribute to the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived
experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Renee S. Morgan
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Oct 26, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 2
Length of Employment
10 years/20 with commissions
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
District 2
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
34 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Renee S Morgan
Danville CA
Town of Danville Council Member/Mayor
Renee S Morgan
Seat Name
Council Member
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
5-6
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Available upon request
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Architectural Design
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Renee S Morgan
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
California Real Estate License
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Notary
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Available upon request
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
*Please see statement in additional application.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
*Please see statement on additional application
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Renee S Morgan
If Yes, please explain:
Danville Council Mettings
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
*Please see additional application statement
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Renee S Morgan
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I work for the County's Department of Conservation and Development and I oversee the division that administers HUD funds that are too primarily benefit low-income households/residents and to
address various housing and community development activities.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
I interact with various non-profit agencies and cities throughout the County. Contra Costa County is very diverse in terms of its demographics, economics, and overall environment. I have worked
with local representatives, city staff, non-profit organizations, and various community members representing various parts of the County. Knowing the key issues, concerns, and needs of a
community and area is important ahead of time, but allowing residents or stakeholders representing those communities to express the issues, concerns, and needs are equally important. It not only
affirms any information you may have collected from other sources, but it gives you an opportunity to actually listen to those who are from the community.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I work for the County's Department of Conservation and Development and I oversee the division that administers HUD funds and local programs that are to primarily benefit low-income
households/residents and to address various housing and community development activities and needs.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
N/A
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
Given that I help administer the ESG Program for the County, I'm directly involved with funding recommendations of various services/programs that address homelessness. I would also continue to
assist in providing my thoughts/opinions in CoH meeting or CoH committee meetings on policy/procedural recommendations.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
I have participated in various recommendations throughout my years serving on the CoH. I typically present recommendations related on ESG/State ESG funds. I have also participated on the CoC
NOFO process in previous years, Lastly, I've participated on making recommendations on various policies sand procedure documents for the CoC/CoH.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Gabriel Lemus
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 28, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 5
Length of Employment
20 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
District 5
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
20 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Gabriel Lemus
Martinez CA
Contra Costa County Assistant Deputy Director
Gabriel Lemus
Seat Name
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
50-60
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
UCLA
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
B.A. - History and Chicana/o Studies
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Cornell University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
M.R.P. - City and Regional Planning
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Gabriel Lemus
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I've served on this Council for 7 years now sitting in the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Representative
seat. Homelessness is a growing issue in the County and those who are experiencing homelessness in
our community deserve to have access to services and affordable housing. Serving on this council assists
in preserving the services and housing that currently exist but also expanding them.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have worked with Contra Costa County for 20 years, primarily working on administering various
programs that serve low-income populations, including those who are experiencing homelessness. My
role as the administrator of the the Community Development Block Grant Program and the Emergency
Solutions Grant Program has led me to cultivate working partnerships with various public agencies and
service providers that assist in providing resources, access to services, and access to affordable housing
to low-income residents and those experiencing homelessness throughout the County. I have served on
the Council on Homelessness for 7 years and have enjoyed the experience to collaborate with other
stakeholders to provide the necessary services and affordable permanent housing to those experiencing
homelessness or those at imminent risk of becoming homeless.
Gabriel Lemus
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Council on Homelessness; Countywide Oversite Board
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
I have served on the Contra Costa Council on Homelessness since 2015. I have also served as on the
Planning Commission as a Planning Commissioner for the City of Martinez from October 2014 to March
2019.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
Gabriel Lemus
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
Representing Healthcare for the Homeless/Replacing Linae Altman - Healthcare for the Homeless provides medical, dental and behavioral health to the homeless population regardless of
insurance or immigration status. Our mission is to improve the health of the homeless population in Contra Costa County by increasing access to healthcare through our mobile clinics, community
outreach and shelter based clinics. We strive to improve access to healthcare services to improve the health of our homeless population by managing chronic conditions and collaborating with
other county programs and providers to provide wrap around services.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
The Contra Costa County Healthcare for the Homeless program provides healthcare services to anyone experiencing homeless regardless of background. Clients that come to our clinics represent
many backgrounds and are seen and treated regardless of age, sex, gender identity, immigration status and racial, ethnic and cultural background.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
The Contra Costa County Healthcare for the Homeless program partners with various organizations to provide MAT (Medication Assisted Therapy) through the Choosing Change program, Harm
Reducation supplies, Contra Costa County HIV/STD clinics and other organizations and county programs to support specific subpopulations within the homeless community. Additionally,
Healthcare for the Homeless has a governing Board with represenatives from numerous community organizations, overseeing and guiding the program to continuously provide high quality
healthcare to our homeless population.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
Healthcare for the Homeless is a program within Contra Costa County Health Services Division and partners with multiple agencies within Contra Costa County to support our mission and vision.
We provide services at the Bay Area Rescue Mission, partner with John Muir to provide Mobile Medical care at the Martinez Marina and West Pittsburg Community Church.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
1. How do we house our homeless clients with diminished capacity, unable to make decisions due to medical reasons (demential/alzheimers/Schizophrenia)? How do we prevent exploitation of
these individuals?
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
Working
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Registered Nurse with 20 years experience in Emergency Medicine, Paramedic for 10 years, worked for the EMS agency for 10 years in Contra Costa County.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Maria (Mia) Fairbanks MSN, RN, PHN
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 27, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 5
Length of Employment
11 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
5
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
14 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Maria E Fairbanks
Martinez CA
Contra Costa County
Public Health Nurse Program
Manager
Maria E Fairbanks
Seat Name
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Robert Morris College
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BSBA
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Community College of Allegheny County
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
ADN
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Touro University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
MSN
Maria E Fairbanks
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Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Public Health Nursing
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
As manager for the Healthcare for the Homeless program in Contra Costa County, I can provide insight
into the challenges that our homeless population face attempting to manage their chronic medical
conditions while being homeless.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Nurse Program Manager - Healthcare for the Homeless - January 2022 - to present 20 years of Nursing
Experience in Emergency Medicine 10 years as a Paramedic 10 years in the Contra Costa County EMS
agency as the STEMI/Stroke Coordinator, working with all hospitals, other counties to provide evidence
based care to patients having a heart attack or stroke.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Maria E Fairbanks
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Maria E Fairbanks
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I have 9+ years of experience in working with Contra Costa County's homeless population & services in varying direct service roles, 5+ years volunteering in various capacities, have specialized
experience with families, youth / young adult, & re-entry populations, & have lead multiple specialty outreach programs. I am dedicated to serving our community, and will continue to grow in my
capacity to do so.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
Treating everyone with respect & dignity is paramount as a service professional, especially in working with vulnerable populations. Multicultural awareness & sensitivities are also important; being
open-minded towards an individual's culture, traditions, identity, and perspective is important as well.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I am currently employed in a full-time capacity with Hope Solutions as a / the Housing Navigator for our Youth & Young Adult Rapid Re-Housing program.
I currently serve on a non-profit board, Passion To The Streets, which serves to support Contra Costa County's homeless population with various programs, with a focus on families & children.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I currently serve on a non-profit board, Passion To The Streets, which serves to support Contra Costa County's homeless population with various programs, with a focus on families & children.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
1) I would like to encourage the CoC to continue to explore new methodologies & strategies for serving our homeless populations.
2) I would like to encourage the CoC to continue to identify resolutions & potential resolutions to barriers in working with homeless individuals in regards to services, and particularly towards the
path to assisting in helping them become housed.
3) I would like to encourage the CoC to have more dialogue with frontline services, in order to promote a clearer picture of the challenges that are currently being faced by both those we serve,
and those who serve them on a daily basis.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
At the most recent CoH meeting, I observed a motion and dialogue towards HMIS data quality. I agree with the sentiments expressed pertaining to better data may likely yield higher funding via
stronger & clearer metrics, which will likely subsequently lead to more & improved services & programs. I would add that while the data gathering and input is fairly streamlined, looking into
improvements of such would add to that result, in my opinion. I believe I heard that the VI-SPDAT assessment tool is going to be retired in favor of a more "personal" assessment / assessment tool,
and I support the idea of such. I would also like to add that in utilizing the VI-SPDAT, there is a recommendation for what type / level of support for the individual receiving the assessment should
receive, and that to streamline & clarify the referral process for that individual towards the service agency receiving the referral, for the individual administering the assessment & referral, would be
a welcome addition.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Nicholas Carter
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 27, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 5
Length of Employment
1+ Years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
5
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
36 Years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Nicholas J Carter
Martinez CA
Hope Solutions TAY / YYA Housing Navigator
Nicholas J Carter
Seat Name
Homeless Service Provider
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
6-10
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
G.E.D. Certificate
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Diablo Valley College
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Administration of Justice
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Nicholas J Carter
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Crisis Intervention Training
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Trauma Informed Care
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I have committed myself to making positive change within our community, & in service to our vulnerable
populations. I have applied myself & dedicated the past 9 years of my life to being of service to those in
need. I want to & will continue to grow in my capacity to make a difference for our homeless & vulnerable
populations. I want to represent individuals & families experiencing homeless with our CoH, as well as our
service providers - particularly our direct service providers & front-facing staff.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have 9+ years of experience in behavioral health / homeless services in service to our vulnerable
populations within Contra Costa County. I have worked in multiple direct service roles, and also have lead
multiple specialty outreach teams. I’ve provided shelter staff services, case management services,
outreach services, & most recently housing navigation / rapid re-housing services. I’ve worked directly
with individuals & families in every stage of homelessness, & done my best to be of service to them
whatever my role. I’ve coordinated & collaborated with various service agencies within Contra Costa
County. I’ve spent 3-4 years as a director of a local non-profit (Passion to the Streets) in primarily an
advisory capacity, and also assisting with events & operational programs as needed. I have completed
numerous training courses pertaining to working with vulnerable populations; Crisis Intervention Training
(typically for peace officers in dealing with mental health crises), Critical Time Intervention, Motivational
Interviewing, Multicultural Awareness, Multicultural Diversity, Trauma Informed Care, Mental Health First-
Aid, First Aid CPR & AED, Interviewing, various additional communication & leadership trainings, etc.
Nicholas J Carter
Upload a Resume
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Passion To The Streets - Director 3+ Years (Active) The Refuge - Volunteer Staff 1+ Years (Inactive)
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
Nicholas J Carter
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
As a notation, I am employed with Hope Solutions, which I believe receives partial funding from Contra
Costa County.
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
Former CoH member, CEO of SHELTER, Inc.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
I have led multiple efforts to support equity and inclusiveness as both CEO of Haight Ashbury Free Clinics and SHELTER, Inc..
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
SHELTER, Inc. provides services to persons with chronic substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
CEO SHELTER, Inc.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
I'm a firm supporter of analyzing the available data and information to drive initiative definitions and funding priorities.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
Working with CES to better support DEI initiatives. Awareness of community impact of homelessness. Increasing needs for services based upon PIT counts.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
I believe I can also qualify (besides ESG seat) in the provider seat.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
John Eckstrom
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Oct 03, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 4
Length of Employment
6 years 6 months
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
District 4
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
60+ years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
John Eckstrom
Concord CA
SHELTER, Inc.Chief Executive Officer
John Eckstrom
Seat Name
ESG or Homeless Service Provider
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
most every meeting since 2016
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
San Francisco State University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
B.A. Psychology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
John Eckstrom
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I was previously on the CoH Board in the ESG seat (100% attendance). As the CEO of SHELTER, Inc. (a
leading homeless services provider in Contra Costa County) and a lifelong Contra Costa resident, I am
committed to preventing and ending homelessness in our community.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Please see attached resume
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
n/a
John Eckstrom
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
n/a
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
CoH
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Contra Costa County Council on Homelessness, Board Member; Solano County Council on
Homelessness, Board Member; San Francisco Community Clinic Consortium, Board Member; San
Francisco Human Services Network, Executive Board Member; Academy of Friends (HIV/AIDS nonprofit),
Board Member; Berkeley Symphony, Board Member; Contra Costa Chamber Orchestra, Co-Founder &
President
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
n/a
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
multiple contracts with H3 et al
John Eckstrom
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
For the past decade I have worked in treatment centers, worked as a community health worker, an outreach specialist, and now am a program manager for Lifelong Medical Care serving both
Alameda County and Contra Costa County.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
That is very true. A large number of people right now are one paycheck or emergency away from homelessness. My approach to those that are currently homeless is to find what resources they
need the most. For some, it is health care, housing, food, or work. We serve anyone, no matter what their background is. We have found over the years that the best way to approach each person is
through harm-reductive, client-centered care.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I have worked with the Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center, the East Bay Community Recovery Project, and Lifelong Medical Care. Everything mentioned in the question described the
population I have worked with for the past decade.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
N/A
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
From my work with San Francisco county, Alameda County, and Contra Costa County, the one that is a step behind the rest is Contra Costa County. I believe there is a huge problem with
communication and referrals to supportive housing. One of the properties I have staff working at is called the Idaho Property in El Cerrito. We have struggled to fill these HOPWA beds for the past
year, and there were rooms that say empty due to the grant being written incorrectly. There needs to be more support staff like the Housing Navigators I supervise in Alameda County. These HN
help the homeless clients become document ready and continue to support the client after they are housed.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
The COC should be mandatory for all staff at every agency to attend. The trainings are fantastic, and I have all my staff attending the Trauma-informed training on 10/24/2022.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
I have a lot of lived experience. I have struggled mabny years ago, but successfully turned my life around. I have made it my life's work to help others. For many years now, I have seen some issues
that need to be addressed in Contra Costa County and living here my entire life I believe I have a very strong sense of what needs to change. I would love to be a part of this change and bring in
some fresh ideas. t
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Jeff Heath
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Oct 03, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 4
Length of Employment
5 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
1
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
46 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Jeffrey J Heath
Concord CA
Lifelong Medical Care
Program Manager Supportive
Housing
Jeffrey J Heath
Seat Name
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Cal State East Bay
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BA in Human Development
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Diablo Valley College
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
AA in Sociology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Jeffrey J Heath
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
With my own lived experience, I have seen many flaws in the system. I do not think there was sufficient
support for someone who experienced what I experienced. For the past decade, I have made it my lives
work to help people in need. I have now seen the changes that need to take place from both sides. Yes,
there is important work by many people currently happening in Contra Costa County, but the
communication happening at a systemwide level is flawed. I would love to be a part of the solution of how
we can serve the homeless population more efficiently and prevent organizations from doing double the
work.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have attached my resume.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Jeffrey J Heath
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Jeffrey J Heath
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Jeffrey J Heath
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I’ve educated and oriented communities how to engage and have encounters with the unhoused communities without judgement. I’ve had the opportunity to help individuals unhoused transition
from being unhoused to housed in permanent living spaces to now own Or management of business. I’ve had more than 20 years of working with the vulnerable population. I’ve studied trauma of
individuals living within the communities, helped reframe their stories and linked individuals to helping themselves and maintaining their resiliency.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
For the last 4 years I’ve worked with the unhoused communities during the most challenging time when the pandemic came and the current state of the pandemic. Myself and my team witnessed
individuals in their most vulnerable states from being housed with employment shifted to being unhoused, divorced and now sleeping within their vehicles, lack of basic essential, and securing
food for individuals. In addition, I’ve worked in the behavioral health field as a crisis manager in community based and psychiatric hospitals, served as Clinical mental health director in San Francisco
tenderloin neighborhood with individuals previously or in conditioning of being unhoused, served as advocacy for unhoused individuals as well as trained and oriented individuals how to integrate
with the unhoused communities. I am currently The founder and CEO of nonprofit that provides services to the unhoused communities.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
As aforementioned, I am the founder and CEO of Community Villages whom we provide services to the unhoused communities, secure communities in need with food, mental health advocacy and
more. I currently facilitate comprehensive assessments on individuals living unhoused and referring them to housing providers, shelters, PCP’s and more. I have more than 20 years of experience
working in vulnerable and underserved communities with the research focused on trauma and complexed PTSD in dysfunctional family dynamics.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I am the founder and CEO of Community Villages whom we provide services to the unhoused communities, secure communities in need with food, mental health advocacy and more. I currently
facilitate comprehensive assessments on individuals living unhoused and referring them to housing providers, shelters, PCP’s and more. I
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
I would encourage for advanced education on the personal experiences of the unhoused communities, continue to advocate for community conversations about the unhoused and housed
integrations, and focused on mapping areas that are inadequate and saturated with unhoused communities by facilitating community talks amongst the unhoused communities itself within their
Owen environment.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
I would recommend more time or suggest that prior to the meeting that individuals may submit questions or comments before the meeting therefore all voices and thoughts are shared and there
is a sense of belonging to the attendees.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Working with the unhoused has and will continue to be a humanitarian passion and dedication to world issue. Teaching and educated others on DEIB is a magnitude focus in equality.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Oct 03, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
4
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
District 1
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
5
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Tanya Jacobs
El Sobrante CA
Community Villages Inc Executive Director
Tanya Jacobs
Seat Name
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
2
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Touro University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
MA/MFT/Counseling
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
North Carolina Central University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Criminal Justice
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Tanya Jacobs
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Crisis Management
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Strengthening Family Systems
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I would like the opportunity to serve on the board as I live and provide services within the community. It’s
an important aspect to provide input when and where available to support the community growth with my
participation. I’ve been in active in my communities my entire life and focus on empowering and
strengthening the communities. I also believe that my experiences will contribute to our communities as
they expand with new developments. I am hopeful that I’ll get to assist in the development of changes
with our area.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have served in management and operations for a number of years which resulted in positive and growing
improvement within my community. I’ve served a clinical mental health director, crisis management,
executive director within the last 10 years and overall 21 years of experience working in the human
service and behavioral health field from support staff to management. In addition my research has
focused the perspective of trauma with undeserved communities as well as family systems of care. My
years of experience internationally and domestically influenced cultural responsiveness and sensitivity to
explore aspects of diverse communities to be aware and understand their experiences. Cultural
competence helps improve the way our community is served and responded too.
Tanya Jacobs
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Meetings that us on Wednesday during the community pantry hours may impact the attendance but is
flexible
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
I’ve volunteered more than 10k hours with the community from Volunteer America, NAMI, encampments ,
ministering in Caribbean countries such as Northern and Western parts of Jamaica. I’ve served as Liason
for at risk youth as we as for families in need of support with developmental disabilities to improve their
family functioning.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
Tanya Jacobs
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I am an attorney living and working in Contra Costa County on tenant rights issues and barriers to housing. Many of my clients have experienced evictions and are having trouble getting housed
because of criminal records, credit screening reports, or mental health issues. I help clients address these barriers.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
I work with a very diverse client population, and strive to listen to the goals of each client and then let them know the best legal strategy to achieve that goal. I understand that there are many
factors that will influence each client's goals. I also use different tools to connect with clients, such as varied methods of communication, translation services, meeting clients at my office or out in
the community, etc. I also work closely with trusted medical care providers or case managers to connect with my clients.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
As part of my job at Bay Area Legal Aid, I work closely with H3 programs at the county. I also provide trainings to Community Connect case managers within CCHS, who assist unhoused individuals
or individuals at risk of losing their housing, on how to spot legal issues upstream and assist low-income tenants before they become homeless.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I am employed at Bay Area Legal Aid.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
I would like to create dedicated referral pathways for case managers and public health professionals to identify legal issues affecting a person's housing; and initiate a warm referral to free legal
services. I would also like to provide more trainings for people working with low-income tenants on court proceedings and understanding how they can intervene in an eviction case. I can also
provide information on trends we are seeing at legal aid in terms of barriers to housing with our unhousing clients, and types of eviction cases we are seeing.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
More trainings on tenant rights and how community members can intervene in eviction lawsuits or advocate for tenants before they become homeless. Also trainings for addressing barriers to
housing, and how/when to refer to legal aid.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
frican American/Black
rab/Middle Eastern
sian
aucasian/White
ast Indian/South Asian
atine/a/o/x
ixed Race
ative American
acific Islander
outh/Central American
hoose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Abby Khodayari
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 29, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
6 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
All
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
Worked for 6 years, lived on and off for 25
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Abigail Khodayari
Richmond CA
Bay Area Legal Aid Senior Staff Attorney
Abigail Khodayari
Seat Name
Homeless Services
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
0
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
University of Redlands
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Sociology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Abigail Khodayari
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
Many of my clients are homeless and I work with them to address legal barriers to housing. I also aim to
prevent homelessness by assisting with eviction defense for tenants, and housing discrimination
complaints. I would like to be able to expand Bay Area Legal Aid's services by building partnerships with
other organizations serving the unhoused people living in Contra Costa.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I am an attorney who practices landlord/tenant law, and am very familiar with local ordinances and
eviction protections, as well as Fair Chance ordinances and processes. I am also from Contra Costa
County, and have worked with different organizations that serve low income people in Contra Costa, such
as at the RYSE Center and Bay Area Legal Aid.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Abigail Khodayari
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
My work has been only in community-serving organizations, like the RYSE Center and Bay Area Legal
Aid. I have also interned in Arkansas doing anti-death penalty work at the Federal Capital Habeas Unit,
and have volunteered through One Justice to provide legal services to rural farmworkers throughout
California.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
I work with H3 and receive referrals from their case managers, however for this program we supply our
own funding so there is no economic relationship.
Abigail Khodayari
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Abigail Khodayari
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I am currently a service provider in Richmond. I have been charged with the daunting role of closing the Rydin Road encampment today. I bring experience of working directly on the ground with
some of our most vulnerable community members and with finding housing resources when supply is limited.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
I treat all people with respect. The homeless are human. I was once told by a White unhoused person that, "They treat us like we are Black". Homelessness is the new Black. I completely understand
as I am a Black woman.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I work with the various service providers in Richmond. My work has been centered there. However, I am open to expanding my service delivery area. I am a member of the Homeless taskforce in
Richmond.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I am very involved with the City of Richmond and have functioned as a subcontractor to provide services to the unhoused Richmond community. I am well acquainted with the City Council
members and have developed a closer relationship with the Vice Mayor.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
1. Invest in more housing. 2. Increase the number of housing vouchers. 3. Encourage procurement with BIPOC service providers.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
It's been a while since I participated it in meetings. I believe you may already do this, however, I would appreciate regional sub committees. Contra Costa County is large and each region has special
needs. I am particularly interested in driving funding to the West County.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Please see my website www.collaborising.org
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Lea Murray
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 30, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
N/A - Out of County
Length of Employment
5 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
West
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
3 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Lea A Murray
Berkeley CA
Collaborising Co-Director
Lea A Murray
Seat Name
Service Provider
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
more than 5
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
UC Berkeley
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Public Health
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Florida International University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
African Diaspora Studies
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Lea A Murray
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I am a current service provider in Richmond. I believe the homeless are human and deserve to be
represented by folks who "see and hear" them.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I am a current service provider in Richmond. I am more than familiar with working with City government
and other service providers. I am an advocate for the people.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Lea A Murray
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Richmond Housing Element, City of Richmond Homeless Strategic Planning Committee.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
Lea A Murray
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Lea A Murray
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
More options for Responses
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
For the last 25 years, I have worked tirelessly to innovate creative ways to end homelessness for the most vulnerable members of our community. In the late 1990's, I co-founded First Place for
Youth, a nationally recognized organization that created programs and policies to support homeless youth transition into successful interdependence. For the past 5 years, as the CEO of Hope
Solutions, I have had daily contact and have developed insight into what works and what could be improved in many aspects of our homeless system of care. We provide permanent supportive
housing, rapid rehousing, intensive support services, housing navigation (now Rapid Exit and Prevention) and HOPWA funded Housing Advocacy services. We also partner with other systems in the
county, such as EHSD, OJR, and MHSA. These experiences working across many system partners and operating many service models gives me a unique perspective to bring to the COH.
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
For over 25 years, I have worked in partnership with people from a wide range of experiences and backgrounds, including many people with lived experience of homelessness, addiction, trauma,
mental illness, etc. on a daily basis. My general approach is one of cultural humility and a fundamental belief that we are all dependent on one another to get through this life- that I have as much
to learn from those around me as I may have to teach. The work we do at Hope Solutions is firmly rooted in the belief that all folks have the capacity to heal from the effects of poverty and
homelessness when given safety and love. The values that drive our work are respect, compassion, humility, integrity and excellence. I adopt a "servant leader" model of leadership in which I see
my role as host and to be in service to those I work with. I never ask anyone to do anything that I would not do myself, and always try to operate with transparency and humility. I am also
committed to elevating the leadership of others, especially those with lived experience. I created a Resident Empowerment Program (REP) at Hope Solutions to do just that.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I have served as CEO of Hope Solutions (formerly Contra Costa Interfaith Housing) for the last 5 years. We serve all of the above noted populations. Over the last few years, we have grown our
agency from a $2.5M organization to a $13.5 M organization with over 70 staff people. That growth has all been program expansion. We added a very successful rapid rehousing program for
homeless youth, an extensive program for folks exiting the criminal justice system, and a new rapid rehousing program in partnership with STAND!- the County's domestic violence agency.
Additionally, we have added Housing Navigation services and supportive services for clients of the Housing Authority- bolstering the success of the programs.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
Hope Solutions is a highly collaborative organization and we partner with many agencies that are not represented on the Council on Homelessness, including: County agencies such as EHSD,
MHSA, Housing Authority, City of Antioch, City of Walnut Creek, City of Pittsburg, City of Pleasant Hill, City of Concord, City of Richmond, Loaves and Fishes, First 5, Child Abuse Prevention Council,
Health Care for the Homeless, White Pony Express, etc. Additionally, we participate in policy/organizing efforts as a member of East Bay Housing Organization (EBHO) and Non Profit Housing of
Northern California (NPH), as well as Statewide Advocates at Housing California.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
1. I think the most important role of the COH in the community is to hold the big picture of the state of homelessness in our County, identify what our service needs/gaps are, what funding sources
we can use to fill those gaps, and to coordinate the work of the various providers working to meet those needs. I am very excited to continue the County's work on using our data and analysis to
refine our system's needs and to promote evidence-based practices that ensure homelessness is a rare, brief, and non-recurring situation for our neighbors.
2. I would also continue to urge the COH to formalize roles for people with lived experience in our decision making bodies, standardize how PWLE are recruited, trained, supported and
compensated for their time
3. I would also like to see the COH continue to develop equity metrics for our system of care and begin to hold our providers and county partners accountable for measuring equity and achieving
agreed upon standards.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
Please see answers to question #7.
1) Additionally, I would encourage the CoC to assess the efficacy of the new Rapid Exit and Diversion services before we decide if we should invest more.
2) I would continually ask our CoC to identify and streamline access to other services/funding through other systems of care that support our clients (such as the mental health system, AOD, EHSD)
and to work on reducing the siloes and redundancies in these systems and to increase care coordination across all these systems
3) Continue to use our data to track our progress against our goal of reducing unsheltered homelessness by 75% in 3 years and stay connected to the Regional efforts toward this goal to bring in
learnings/lessons from other communities.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
I am committed to supporting BIPOC leaders as well as People with Lived Experience and work hard to elevate their voices and support their growth in my role on the COH.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Deanne Pearn
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 27, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 2
Length of Employment
5 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
ALL
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
9 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Deanne M Pearn
Moraga CA
Hope Solutions (formery Contra
Costa Interfaith Housing)CEO
Deanne M Pearn
Seat Name
Homeless Service Provider
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
30
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Stanford University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BA Human Biology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
UC Berkeley
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
MA Public Policy
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Deanne M Pearn
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
As the CEO Director of Hope Solutions, an organization the provides permanent housing and vital support
services to highly vulnerable populations in Contra Costa County, I have a unique perspective on how well
our homeless service system is functioning and how we can improve it to end homelessness quickly and
permanently for our residents. Our organization works in a highly collaborative way with other non-profits,
community groups and the County and will be better able to provide impactful services by deepening our
partnerships through participation in the COH.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
See resume
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Deanne M Pearn
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
I am currently serving on the Contra Costa County Council on Homelessness Board. I served for 6 years
on the Housing California Board, another 6 years on the Alameda County EveryoneHome Board
(including two years as Board Chair), and served 4 years on my children's preschool Board (including
serving as President, Vice President and Secretary.)
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
the non profit for which I am the CEO (Hope Solutions) has contracts with the County.
Deanne M Pearn
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Deanne M Pearn
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Respondent
About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
More options for Responses
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I’ve been in the field of homeless services for over a decade and a half, working in the Bay Area and specifically in Contra Costa County since 2017 for two different homeless services organizations.
Bay Area Community Services, my current employer, provides comprehensive services across the housing spectrum (from prevention and CE services to permanent supportive housing) in 6
counties, and currently operates a countywide ESG-funded Rapid Rehousing program and the largest interim housing program serving over 200 residents a night in Contra Costa. As our Chief
Strategy and Impact Officer, my role is to work with our funders, policy makers, government, and fellow providers to develop and implement new and innovative services models and partnerships
that support overall systemic change and increased impacts within our CoCs. With respect to Contra Costa County, and a potential role on the Council representing the homeless services provider
community, I believe that I, as a representative of BACS and the hundreds of individuals we serve every day across the county, would offer a unique vantage and set of skills to support the
community through this critical time of growth, focus on system improvement, and development of more a performance-based approach to contracting. As a service worker who has worked at
every level of the work, from outreach and case management through administrative leadership, with deep experience in Contra Costa County as well as 5 other Bay Area counties, I believe I can
bring a both deeply local and more panoramic view of the service sector more generally. I have worked to design new homeless programs serving thousands of unhoused residents from the
ground up, partnered to set, analyze and change then CoC policies, and participated in cross-sector working groups to reform Coordinated Entry and develop other new system improvement and
increased accountability measures. It would bring an honor to support the Council and serve in this capacity.
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
Homelessness is fundamentally and inextricably linked to other forms of social injustice, including systemic racism, classism, adultism, gender violence, and queer and transphobia, among others. It
is, as I consider it, a particular shape that all of these forms of violence and oppression against historically minoritized communities often takes. Given this -- that we know that the fundamental
drivers of homeless are part and parcel with these other social evils -- I believe that addressing homelessness must be framed as a social justice issue, of recognizing and rectifying historical and
present injustices in our housing and social systems.
I have long worked in spaces that are disproportionately serving BIPOC communities, beginning in my work on skid row in downtown Los Angeles years ago, where over 78% of those experiencing
homelessness on the streets at that time were Black. As a white cis-hetero male, I quite literally represent the whole collection of social forces that have in many ways created the unjust world in
which we live. Carrying these markers, bearing the deep biases and blind spots inherent to the intersections that make up my own identity and social position, means I need to continually put
myself in a place of learning and humility, in a place of using my voice and power to give power away, to uplift other voices in their own words, and take my queues and directives from those
within communities so often left out, but most deeply impacted, by these systems. Through my experience in this field, though I am always still learning, always still being called in and disabused of
my biases and blind spots, I have learned just how much I do not and cannot know from my own experience.
Given all of this, my "approach," as it were, to the direct work of providing homeless services and working within a system of care aimed at ending homelessness, is one of mutual empowerment --
my job being to support the empowerment and centering of the voices of those with lived experience, from BIPOC, queer, and other minoritized communities, by using my privilege and experience
to support their ends, their understanding of what our systems need, and their decision making around how best we can fight to end the suffering within unhoused communities.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I work for Bay Area Community Services, which provides services across 50 contracts and 6 counties to all of the subpopulations listed above, most prominently chronically homeless adults with
severe persistent mental illness. We also operate a collection of Transition Age Youth mental health and homelessness programs. As the former Director of Programs overseeing all of the housing
and homeless services programs for the agency, I know work with all of our division leadership to help ensure all of our programs are meeting their goals and developing and executing service
models that are impactful to the communities we serve.
In addition to this role, since 2018 I have served on the Contra Costa Health Care for the Homeless board, currently as the Vice Chair, supporting those wonderful teams in their providing medical
and other health care services to unhoused residents throughout the county.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
Bay Area Community Services, a long-standing homelessness and behavioral health services provider in Contra Costa County, is not currently represented (and has not to date been represented)
on the Council on Homelessness.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
1) Drive the wonderful work on analyzing racial equity within the CoC forward toward concretely deliverable transformations to our system, including the development of program models and
services that specifically work to support individuals who exit homelessness and face greater systemic barriers thereafter (BIPOC households, etc.) with targeted resources to support their continued
housing stability as minoritized communities continue to show disproportionately higher rates of return to homelessness as well, no doubt due in part to these systemic forces.
2.) Endeavor as a Council to re-design the Coordinated Entry process, and Continuum of Care arrangement more generally with an eye toward expanding services across the spectrum, moving
away from a "tool centric" and score-based approach to seeing and serving households, and one which provides a deeper emphasis on prevention, shallow subsides, and other interventions
beyond the historical (and limited) resources that come into the county through funding for RRH and PSH.
3) Aggressively pursue the once in a generation levels of State funding sources such as Homekey and the Community Care Expansion program to quickly draw down capital to bring new housing
and services into the Continuum, as HUD-funding and the interventions it covers, will never unto itself be enough to stem the tide as the protracted, long-term impacts of the pandemic on
homelessness surely rise.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
1) Part of why I want to be on the CoH is that it clearly is designed and meetings are planned and executed with a real intentionality and preparation that shows. It is not just a formality for the CoC,
but a committed and consequential governing body. H3's and Homebase's work to prepare so diligently inspires me to show up and want to contribute!
2) I love how robust the participation is. It is a comparatively larger council than in some other communities and a lot of public stakeholders attend. My hope is that the governance structure can
continue developing a cadence and process that helps the Council members and the various working groups to really invest in the decision making and crafting of CoC decisions vs just approving
them, which is, as always, a real tension and difficulty often, given how busy everyone is. I've been excited to see that the CoH really does do more than just show up and rubber stamp whatever is
agendized. This is different and refreshing in comparison to some other communities!
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Jonathan Russell
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 30, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
N/A - Out of County
Length of Employment
3 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
1, 3, and 5 primarily (county-wide programming)
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
Since 2017
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Jonathan B Russell
Emeryville CA
Bay Area Community Services
Chief Strategy and Impact
Officer
Jonathan B Russell
Seat Name
• Homeless Service Provider Representative
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
15+
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Biola University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Bachelors / Philosophy
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Fuller Seminary
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Masters / Religion
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Claremont Graduate University
Jonathan B Russell
Upload a Resume
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
PhD (ABD) / Social Theory
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I would like to serve on the Council in order share additional provider level experience from both the
homeless services and the behavioral health services provider perspectives, both of which BACS has
experience providing in Contra Costa County. With experience working in Contra Costa County since
2017 (from 2017-2019 working at a different, Richmond-based homeless services provider), and years of
experience in social services both in the Los Angeles and greater Bay Area, my hope is that I would help
bring both additional local and more regional perspective to the Council.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Resume attached.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Jonathan B Russell
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Healthcare for the Homeless Co-Applicant Governing Board
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
ESG Rapid Rehousing contract with H3; Delta Landing Interim Housing Program contract with H3; Don
Brown Shelter contract with Contra Costa County Behavioral Health
Jonathan B Russell
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Jonathan B Russell
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the Dept. of VA Homeless Program, Coordinated Entry Specialist. I have been with the program for 10 years and in the social services field for 24 years. I
am very familiar with systems and have contributed my knowledge to help process improvements. Example: I helped restructure our Veterans case conference to focus discussions on the Veterans
we had identified in our prioritized groups.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
In the last 24 years I have worked with a number of diverse communities such as, LGBQ, Transgender, HIV/AIDS, Autism, SMI and SUD. I've worked in San Jose, San Francisco, Contra Costa, Solano
and Yolo counties. These populations had diverse cultural backgrounds including the deaf community.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I currently work within the Homeless Program and the VA. Our Veterans approach us with multiple challenges that may include, SUD, SMI, Chronic Homelessness, HIV/AIDS, DV, Sexual Military
Trauma, Seniors and some have families with minors.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I am employed with the VA and am on the Transgender Advisory Council at Kaiser.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
1) I would like to discuss with HMIS and the CoC a way to implement a policy on all documents to be scanned in so it streamlines the process for other housing providers/Permanent Housing. 2) I
would like to explore the possibility of having one location were all open emergency beds are tracked and referrals are made from. If this already lives with the CORE team, I'd like to see a provider
meeting around that. 3) Explore the need for a Safe Haven Wet shelter with on-sight clinical staff for those individuals who are not able to safely live in a shelter, transitional housing or permanent
housing.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
1) I appreciate when new housing developments and/or resources do a presentation to provide us with new or updated information. 2) I'd like to see each committee do an update 3) I like the ice
breakers and the self-care talk that the facilitators have done at previous meetings.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
I belong to several marginalized communities. Please see above.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Jai De Lotto
Email * 20.
Jai.delotto@VA.Gov
Phone Number21.
510-410-6042
Submit Date: Sep 23, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
None Selected
Length of Employment
10 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
All Contra Costa County
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
10
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Jai De Lotto
Pinole CA
Business:
Dept. of VA Coordinated Entry Specialist
Jai De Lotto
Seat Name
Veteran Administration Seat
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
10
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
SFSU
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
MSW
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Jai De Lotto
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
LCSW
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
LCSW
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I have worked with homeless Veterans for 10 years and feel that I can appropriately represent and
advocate for Veteran's needs and integration within the CoC.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have worked as an LCSW within the VA homeless program for 10 years and social services for 24 years.
I bring the diverse skill set and experience to the Board.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Jai De Lotto
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
I have participated on the Kaiser Transgender Advisory Council for over 7 years.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
The VA does provide grants and contracts to several non-profit organizations in the community, however I
do not believe it would cause any conflicts of interest.
Jai De Lotto
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Jai De Lotto
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I am reapplying for the seat. I am the founder of delta peers and I am consistently working towards building peer support into our system of care. I have multiple networks I’m involved with
throughout the Bay Area.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
My entire lived experience is focused around multicultural aspects. From childhood, throughout school, and into my adulthood I have always been involved with people of color. I was raised by the
streets, so many of my mentors came from the same culture. I studied cultural anthropology while in college and became an active member with they black students union. I am an ally to black
lives in America. I’m aware of my white privilege.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I’ve been doing the peer support thing in contra costa county for nearly 7 years now. Throughout that time I have encountered many populations who have mental health issues and struggle with
day to day responsibilities. I am a survivor of domestic abuse. I’ve held support groups for grief, sexual trauma, and self-reflective workshops. I have helped many through battling sobriety. What I
do now for the unhoused population is express the importance of the lived experience perspective and how it can influence change within our system of care.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
Delta Peers is not yet an organization recognized as a non profit, but as the founder and peer advisor, it’s my responsibly to represent us. We are a large network of peer support specialists
throughout the county who have lived experience and skills to help others through their crisis. We’ve built programs that’ll help folks manage the personal crisis and trauma of homelessness.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
Lived experience ::: I’ll never not be on my soap box for how important it is to have the perspective of the person going through the crisis you’re trying to fix.
Equity ::: because of my cultural understanding of others and my self awareness of my whiteness, I have the ability to influence others who are in power to make change within our system of care.
Hope ::: I literally write Hope into our system of care. It’s what I do. I share my loved experience and the knowledge I hold of others and bring it to the table.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
It’s slow moving ::: when committees only meet once a month, it take a long time to get thing accomplished. There’s so much red tape and systematic hardships that prevent real work to happen
for the people who are in crisis. So within the slow movement of the system there still needs to be movement so the people see it.
On the same note, there are still too many unhoused people who don’t know resources are available for them.
As a lived experience advisor, one who’s been doing this work for nearly 25 years, the system of care needs a committee specifically focused on those with lived experience. We need to advise all of
our departments within our system of care, not just one committee here and there.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
I am a self-published memoirist #CupOfJoBruno style. I am the 2021 SPIRIT valedictorian.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Jo Bruno
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 27, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 3
Length of Employment
8 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
3
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
8 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Jo Bruno
Antioch CA
Mobile:
Self-Employed Lived-Experience Advisor
Jo Bruno
Seat Name
Lived-Experience Advisor
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
hundreds
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Los Medanos College, Pittsburg CA
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
AA Journalism, graphic design
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Western Oregon University, Monmouth OR
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BA Anthropology, writing
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
National Holistic Institute, Emeryville CA
Jo Bruno
Upload a Resume
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Certified Massage Therapist
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Service Provider Individualized Recovery Intensive Training
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I still have work to do; and I am an asset to the CoH. As founder and lived-experience advisor of Delta
Peers, a peer support program in Antioch, it's my responsibility to continue this work in the county. I
started this work nearly 8 years ago, but I've held the Lived-Experience Advisor seat on the CoH for two
years. I almost didn't reapply because I know the importance of having diversity on the board, but I
realize I am diverse and needed. I hold the living experience of homelessness in Antioch, and I am still
struggling to get back on my feet. Holding this position on the CoH would continue to give me purpose in
my work.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Since being in the Lived-Experience Advisor seat on the CoH for 2 years already, I am well qualified to
continue the appointment. It's been my voice and feedback that has guided the new programs and
achievements the CoH has accomplished. There's still work to do, and not only have I shown my
qualifications for this work, I have strengthened the network of Peer Support within our system of care. I
am literally writing hope into out system, and I am grateful for the opportunity to keep doing it.
Jo Bruno
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Council on Homelessness
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
At LMC 2008-2010 I was a club member for multiple school clubs, lead student ambassador, graphic
design artist for multiple departments. At WOU 2010-12014 I was the non traditional student peer advisor,
president of the anthropology club for two years, and help membership positions with the leadership
boards for student life activities WOU 2013 - student leadership position for a trip to Haiti for my
graduation project POCC 2016-2018 - chair of the public policy and education committee Massage Pit
Crew 2017-2018 - Business Owner CEO of on-site chair massage. Currently out of business, but I
managed 20+ therapists throughout the Bay Area and trained over 100 students who came from NHI BNI
2017-2018 - Held a position on a business networking board representing massage therapy. I was the
events coordinator. Delta Peers 2018 - recent - Founder of Delta Peers, chair of committee. Currently
seeking an executive director, partnerships and sponsorships for the organization Health Leads (Housing
is Health Committee) 2019 - Recent - As a peer support specialist, I am an advisor for the Housing is
Health Committee that is working with housing issues within the bay area. Council on Homelessness
2020-Recent : I have held chair in a couple of sub-committees and led group discussions around racial
equity work. I also hold the vice chair seat on the CoH.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
Jo Bruno
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Jo Bruno
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
More options for Responses
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I am a PhD with a background on data collection, analysis and dissemination. I am also a single, working mom who understands both sides of the story. I am an excellent speaker, professional
writer and prior to my homelessness, I spent the last two years distributing food to our community of unhouses in Brentwood and ANtioch. I learned their stories, lack of resources, and
backgrounds. And now - lo and behold, here I am myself. Working to change the perspective that the unhoused are lazy or addicts or whatever is imperative. I am more like the majority of the
unhoused than not - and I am well educated, employed, non-drug using person. BUT - what I do have the simple definition of being abused and trying to escape it. It's too expensive. Landlords
want things that are impossible. Nobody cares when they think you're the problem OR when they are so close to the same outcome, they can't spend their time tying to help.
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
Listening is the key. Asking quiet questions and listenings. Listening to understand. I've been a college professor for well over a decade. I've taught classes in intercultural communication - but, I've
worked in diverse dynamics forever. The key to working in diverse populations is to listen, ask with curiosity and realize that their way, or understanding is just as valid as ours.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I worked with My Angel's Inc for about two years. It is how I became exposed to the homeless population out here...but, sadly, also part of my own personal arrival in homelessness.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I am an appointed planning commissioner for Brentwood.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
Hold cities accountable for their housing laws. Not one city if far East Contra Costa meets low-income and mid-income housing requirements. If they did...homelessness would be notably reduced.
Educate landlords on the programs/nonprofits that allow tenants to stay in their homes AND the impacts of Eviction on the community, families, and even their pocketbooks.
PD training. So many of the unhoused WORK. Yet, police come to move them and take their stuff...that makes it SO MUCH HARDER for them to work ... making the cycle of homelessness increase.
Just because someone is homeless doesn't mean they don't have things. Police can't just take their stuff stating it is stolen. It means that PD need to prove it is stolen and then take it....not just take.
It makes getting ahead IMPOSSIBLE>
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
The primary takeaway is that everyone is disconnected. Everyone sounds like a politician. Nobody really 'get's the problem - it's not productive.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Emily Cross
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 27, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 3
Length of Employment
2
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
3
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
30 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Emily L Cross
BRENTWOOD CA
Cross Consulting Primary Consultant
Emily L Cross
Seat Name
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
2 or 3
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Arizona State University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BA/Spanish Literature
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Arizona State University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BA/Communication
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
University of the Pacific
Emily L Cross
Upload a Resume
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
MA / Communication
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I feel like I've come full circle in community work. I grew up in the area, bought (and lost) my first home in
the area, I struggled to find my feet in housing after my divorce, gave back to the community as a
Planning Commissioner and by working with the homeless through food distribution and now find myself
homeless. As an educated, working parent, I now see how it is seemingly impossible to get back on your
feet once you fall. IN fact, as of today, I've also lost custody of my kids temporarily. Its horrifying and
dehumanizing. THERE needs to be perspective on what the face of homeless is right now. And although
there are addicts and people who just don't want to work, there are also more and more people like me.
And the sad thing is, nobody knows what to do, so they just kinda stop talking to you and you become
invisible.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I co-founded a non-profit in 2005called From Books to Brilliance and learned the ropes of Robert's Rules,
regulations and learning how to work to meet needs, goals and work within political structures in place. I
also have sat on the Board of Directors for the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce, The TransPlan
Committee and still have a seat on the Brentwood Planning Commission.
Emily L Cross
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Emily L Cross
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Emily L Cross
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I am a 28 year old Bay Area native with deep Contra Costa roots currently residing in Richmond. I have personal experience with homelessness and substance use disorder, as well as with the San
Francisco homelessness response system, foster care, and juvenile justice systems. My professional experience includes Commissioner posts with the City and County of San Francisco, as a
consultant to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, and as a consultant to nonprofit organizations in the space including Tipping Point, Episcopal Community Services of
San Francisco, and Larkin Street Youth Services.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
The first step in my approach is acknowledging my own privilege as a straight white man by being cognizant of the opportunities that I have been afforded that others have not. I also practice
active listening and discipline in when, and when, not to speak. I have experience with this with my previous roles in advocacy, as homelessness, and especially youth homelessness in San Francisco,
disproportionately impacts minority communities and the vast majority of my peers have more diverse backgrounds than my own.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I am currently a member of the Community Advisory Council for All Home CA, a 9-County wide policy organization working across counties, sectors, and silos to advance coordinated, innovative
service delivery and build coalition-supported momentum to challenge the long-standing systems that perpetuate homelessness. I also work for a full-service government and community relations
firm and represent Larkin Street Youth Services and Episcopal Community Services, the largest San Francisco-based youth and adult homelessness service provider respectively.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I do not have any affiliations with the current Council on Homelessness membership.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
I would encourage the Costa County CoC to address homelessness by:
1) Prioritizing the voice of those with lived experience when it comes to service provision.
2) Capitalize on new funding streams to rapidly scale PSH solutions (i.e. Homekey)
3) Leverage our position to counter negative narratives in the public and media about people experiencing homelessness.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
I have never attended a Contra Costa CoC meeting, but previously served on a subcommittee of the Local Homeless Coordinating Board, San Francisco's CoC. I was an Executive Committee
member of the Youth Policy and Advisory Committee and provided regular updates to the CoC. Through this role I was able to help the CoC secure a $2.9M grant from HUD through the Youth
Homelessness Demonstration Program pilot program.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
I am also a parent which offers an additional perspective.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Zak Franet
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 30, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
3 years, 9 months
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
1 year
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Zachary S Franet
Richmond CA
Ground Floor Public Affairs Director
Zachary S Franet
Seat Name
Lived Experience
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
G.E.D. Certificate
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Zachary S Franet
Upload a Resume
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I got sober at the age of 22 after having spent the better part of three years experiencing homelessness in
Oakland as a result of my active addiction. Since then, service has been instrumental to my ongoing
success personally, professionally, and as an individual in recovery. I have spent the bulk of my life in
recovery in San Francisco, having only moved back to the East Bay just prior to the pandemic. I wanted to
get involved in my community just as I was in San Francisco and this felt like a natural opportunity to do
so.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have lived experience with homelessness, and the foster care and juvenile justice systems. On a
professional level my commitments include: serving on a subcommittee of San Francisco's Continuum of
Care, participating in a HUD NOFO review panel, as a consultant to the Substance Use and Mental
Health Services Administration, and on the San Francisco Youth Commission. I currently work at a
government and community relations firm where I represent nonprofits in the homelessness response
system including Larkin Street Youth Services and Episcopal Community Services. I also serve on the
Community Advisory Council for All Home CA.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Zachary S Franet
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Zachary S Franet
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Zachary S Franet
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I have experienced homelessness myself. I was homeless 25+ years ago but what I found was that it was hard to get out of it. There were so many obstacles. When I applied to look at apartments,
they'd always ask about prior address but I didn't have one. I couldn't get any further on applications because of that fact.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
I've never treated anyone differently because of their race or ethic background. If you don't speak the same language, there might be a challenge. everyone who is homeless has the same needs, to
be fed, clothing ,food a place to live.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
Most of my work with people experiencing homelessness has been with my friend Jack who has a homeless ministry. I used to be a fundraiser for NAMI.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
Not currently but was connected with Phoenix programs and Independent Living Resource (volunteer).
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
1) Housing. If you don't have housing, you can't really do anything else. People are worried about having their things stolen, worried about cities doing sweeps of encampments.
2) Assuring people that there are resources if they want help.
3)
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
NAMI meetings- addressing homelessness as it connects to mental illness.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Have lived experience of homelessness. I lived in my car. I'm waiting for my 501c3 to start an organization to help the homeless.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Steve Gallion
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 27, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
None Selected
Length of Employment
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Seat Name
Lived Experience Advisor
Steve Gallion
Pleasant Hill CA
Steve Gallion
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
None of the above
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Steve Gallion
Upload a Resume
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
See supplemental
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
See supplemental
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Steve Gallion
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
Steve Gallion
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Steve Gallion
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I have direct experience with homelessness. I have been homeless multiple times throughout my life, both as a child and a young adult. I believe that I can provide a personal perspective as well as
empathy, constructive criticism, and creative solutions to any council topics. I have also worked as a CalFresh Student Ambassador at Diablo Valley College and found that my experience with
homelessness and food insecurity aided my approach to discussion with people currently facing these issues and those who have not experienced these issues but wish to understand how to help.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
I have found that the best way to work with and in diverse populations is to listen first, avoid judgement altogether, and communicate no different than I would with people in my own life. Having
a diverse background does not make someone more or less difficult to talk to. I like to approach every interaction with respect and understanding. I tailor my responses to the reactions and
answers I get from the other person because I want to make it known that I am someone they can trust above all else, not specifically because I think they are different from myself and deserve a
different response.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I have no current affiliations to any such organizations. However, earlier this year and part of last year (Sept. 2021 - Jun 2022) I worked with DVC Basic Needs and Foundations for California
Community Colleges as a student ambassador to spread awareness about and combat food insecurity. We gave presentations, held sign up events, and sent out informational emails to inform
students of the food and financial aid resources available to them. People experiencing homelessness, former foster youth, families with children, and single parents were our targeted
demographics.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
N/A
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
I think that sharing my personal experience with homelessness, presenting three tiered arguments, and providing thorough research would all help my efforts to encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address homelessness. I find that others respond best and are inspired to act when they can see all the information set out, digest the material provided, and sympathize with
what is stated.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
When I was homeless, 3 of the biggest issues that my family and I faced were finding safe places to go throughout the day, getting jobs without a permanent address, and hours of service for aid
programs in our area. I would encourage the Contra Costa Continuum of Care to consider extending services to designate safe zones or areas to rest, provide PO Boxes, and extend after school
programs and meal services. I would also suggest that, instead of assuming what would for best to aid those affected by homelessness, they simply ask or take not by questionnaire. It would be
helpful to hear directly from people in need of such assistance.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Lived experience of homelessness. Low income individual. Disabled individual (seizure disorder). Mixed background.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Brianna Gonzales
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 23, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 3
Length of Employment
6 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
3
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
18 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Brianna M Gonzales
Antioch CA
Self-employed Dessert Caterer
Brianna M Gonzales
Seat Name
Lived Experience Advisor
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
1
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
G.E.D. Certificate
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Diablo Valley College
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Associate Arts for Transfer
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Brianna M Gonzales
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I have lived experience with homelessness that I believe will aid in the committee’s understanding of how
to approach and discuss valuable solutions to combat homelessness. I have been homeless off and on
throughout my entire life and that gives me a perspective that I believe qualifies me to relate to and help
others better.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I am dependable and adaptable to any position I take on because I am used to making my own
opportunities instead of waiting for one to present itself. I have years of volunteer experience in different
areas of social issues. Listed in more detail on my resume.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Brianna M Gonzales
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
CalFresh Student Ambassador with Foundations for California Community Colleges.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Brianna M Gonzales
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Brianna M Gonzales
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
For relevant special skills, I bring my previous experience from participating on the CoH and my experience as a YAC member. Additionally, I have recently experienced homelessness and am now
in stable housing (for a year and a half now, yay!). When I was homeless and in the time after acquiring stable housing, I made many personal connections and relationships that shifted my
approach towards system decisions. These connections alongside my lived experience/identity and previous time on the CoH inform my overall skill set.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
When I was in program I felt my experience revealed system inefficiencies that could be improved upon to be made more inclusive for supporting diverse populations. These experiences informed
my decision to originally join the CoH and continues to inform the priorities I place on uplifting the voices of some of our most diverse and at risk populations like LGBTQ Youth and Foster Youth.
I've continued to focus on this specific work through my ongoing participation in YAC.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I am affiliated with:
1.) YAC (the Youth Action Council). being a veteran member and active participant.
2.) Oakland LBGT Center. having worked alongside them in support of local events like Oakland Pride.
3.) Rainbow Center. I worked closely with Rainbow Center during my time in program. The support I received through my connections there were pivotal for securing employment and
transportation assistance for myself and my peers.
4.) Local connections. Having experienced homelessness in Contra Costa County I developed many relationships with the local homeless community. Those connections still inform my daily work.
5.) Lived experience of local services. Throughout my time receiving services in the county I directly experienced 3 different CCYCS shelters. My involvement in those programs allowed me to
identify spots of potential systemic failure from the viewpoint of a youth experiencing homelessness within the CCYCS.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
N/A
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
Outline additional guidelines for CCYCS case managers, shelter staff, etc... so that they can better assist and support LGBTQ Youth during their time in program. Additionally this includes providing
support for Youth who might be considering or are currently engaged in hormone therapy, as such treatments can be life saving or crucially stabilizing. Furthermore, some Youth may need support
for accessing our finding informed consent resources in order to access their necessary treatments. In the case that the Youth is fleeing a potentially unsafe environment involving a parent,
guardian or domestic parter they were financially dependent on, this support may be crucial.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
1) If there is another special NOFO I think it's great to prioritize recruiting from regular NOFO panelists, however I also think orientation should highlight on the fact that scoring itself is prioritized
differently in the special NOFO environment.
2) Though I know safety is the most important, it would be nice to be able to have at least 1 CoH meeting a year in person so that we can all know each other a bit more.
3) YAC needs the freedom to be able to operate its own website/social media presence so that it can more efficiently recruit new members.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Renee Juno Hedrick
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 30, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
18 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Renee J Hedrick
.
Crockett CA
N/A
Renee J Hedrick
Seat Name
Lived Experience Advisor
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Many
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Occidental College
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Sociology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Renee J Hedrick
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I would like to continue my time serving on this board in order to share and apply my lived experience for
improving our system of care. Previously I held the Youth Representative seat and I would like to continue
the work i was doing there focusing on the experiences of some of our most underserved populations.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Standing member on the Youth Action Council. Education experience in sociology. Chair of the Council
on Homelessness. Previous Youth Representative on the CoH A member of almost every CoH related
committee. Lived experience of homelessness. Previous leadership and public speaking training / skills.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Renee J Hedrick
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Standing member on the Youth Action Council. CCYCS Program participant. A member of almost every
CoH related committee. Lived experience of homelessness. Chair of the Council on Homelessness.
Volunteer experience with the Oakland LGBT Center. Community experience with the Rainbow Center.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Renee J Hedrick
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I'm currently part of the counties steering committee on homelessness for Contra Costa county and part of the strategic planning committee for the City of Richmond on homelessness I am part of
the Richmond task force for homelessness I attend All City council meetings surrounding this I also work with faith in action East Bay on civil rights focusing on the homeless crisis and homeless
rights. I advocate for the homeless in Richmond Ca and I started a safe parking pilot site in 2020 that was recently allocated 4.8 million dollars by the governor which I'm very proud of.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
Honestly I just be myself I have a multi-cultural family/community around me that I help and I advocate for on a daily basis in my homeless community in Richmond my children also are multiracial
I have been working with different sexual gender immigration status racial ethnic and cultural backgrounds in the homeless community since 2020 professionally and all my life I have related to all
different backgrounds of people I find it very easy to communicate with everyone and have no discriminatory bones in my body.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I myself am a person with chronic substance abuse issues in the past also mental illness also my father committed suicide when I was 16 due to mental illness I am also part of The chronic
homelessness community my boyfriend son is HIV positive and we deal with that my father was a veteran I am a family with a child homeless I wasn't unaccompanied youth as a child I was a teen
mother of 15 and I definitely am homeless because I was a victim of domestic violence and dating violence I have never been sexually assaulted however every one of my female friends have been
and I've dealt with that with them and comforted them and help them through it I have been a victim of stalking and I love seniors and love to work with them I think they have all the great
information and I love to speak with them and them to tell me about their life and love to help them I think that you have to help those before you so that the next generation will then help us.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I work with SOS in Richmond California which is a non-profit it helps the homeless I work alongside the core team I am on the steering committee for contraction county or homelessness I am on
the strategic planning committee for Richmond California on homelessness I am part of the homeless task force in Richmond California I work with faith and action East Bay around civil rights as a
leader in organizer.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
By sharing my lived experiences my experiences strength and hopes and the experiences I've had around things that work and do not work with hud housing, the COC, H3, and county and state
and local governments around homelessness as well as the experiences that I have been a part of while being homeless chronically for so long. Also maybe taking surveys from the homeless
community or or maybe starting petitions and Contra Costa county to show them first hand what the homeless communities are looking for or where they're lacking or what they want.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
I really have not attended enough COC or coh meetings to really have a recommendation or too much of a thought on them however I do appreciate them I do get a lot from them but nothing
really relevant for me to speak about however I have been on the steering committee meetings and the strategic planning committee meetings around homelessness in Contra Costa county as
well as the city of Richmond recently which are pretty similar I believe and my thoughts for those are we're pretty much spending our Wheels speaking about the same things over and over and
over again also people with lived experience already know most of these things from experience and don't really need to meet and talk about the same things we really want to talk about more
solutions then issues and there's not a lot of talk around solutions in my experience with these meetings there is a lot of information on how to handle certain problems or issues you may run into
dealing with the homeless community however a person with lived experience already knows most of these and has already experienced most of these issues and problems and knows how to
solve them most of these however some of the COC and coh meetings do give you an insight as to why things are going on or the level of help that's available for certain agencies or the the latter
that you may have to climb in order to get real help a real solutions across the board so I do appreciate all of the meetings and trainings that I attend from the COC and the coh.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Not only am I a person with lived experience I'm also a child that was raised in a very racist family I'm currently disowned for most of my family because of the free choices that I make in my life
and I'm okay with that today also I have my child and a person who commit suicide I was a teen mother at 15 I am a victim of domestic violence I have dealt with the welfare and social services
department for over 26 years I have been a participate in HUD housing for over 9 years in the past hopefully in the near future also have pretty much exhausted all avenues in Contra Costa county
as far as homeless services and services from the government. And I have learned along the way in the last 26 years as much as I possibly can around those services my children are all biracial my
grandchildren are biracial we are a multicultural family and are very open to all people regardless of race gender sexual orientation or anything else and work very hard to overcome all of the
discrimination around me my whole life and I am very very active in making sure that my world is a fair equitable world.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Amanda jenkins
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 22, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
2yrs
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
1
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Amanda M Jenkins
San pablo CA
Home:
Self employed Community outreach
Amanda M Jenkins
Seat Name
Lived experience seat
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
3
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
G.E.D. Certificate
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Silicon valley college
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Medical assistant
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Amanda M Jenkins
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Cert phlebotomy
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
To help end homelessness by sharing my experiences strengths and hopes and my thoughts on a
solution to one day help end homelessness in Contra Costa county and beyond. To be the voice from the
people themselves
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I am a member of the current steering committee in Contra Costa county for the living experience position
strategic planning committee in Richmond also the lived experience positionon homelessness the
Richmond adhoc homeless task force committee the Castro encampment stakeholders committee in
Richmond I am a organizer and leader with Faith in Action East Bay I have my own Local organizing
committee at the castro encampment in North Richmond which I am the founder of tht encampment a
safe parking site for the homeless living in RVs in Richmond we have about 55 participants in that
particular site we were just awarded a 4.8 million dollar Grant by Gov. As part of the encampment
resolution project
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Amanda M Jenkins
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Steering Committee for the homeless 10yr plan
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
I am part of a local organizing committee for Rydin Rd safe parking encampment where I've been a
resident for over a year also I have one at the castro encampment in Richmond that I am the founder and
we work alongside Faith and action East Bay and Peyton Skillet. I'm on the reimagining Richmond
advisory test scores I am on the homeless task force in Richmond I am on the strategic planning
committee in Richmond I am on the steering committee in Contra Costa county I am on to loc's in
Richmond it's been countless volunteer hours in the last 2 years doing outreach to the homeless in both
Richmond and North Richmond.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Amanda M Jenkins
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I currently work with the homeless at the shower trail and food distribution. As someone that is trying to get others housed I can bring insight to where some weaknesses are and where there's
strengths. I am also navigating Hope Solutions and will be housed this week. I've been homeless as a sober adult and I've been a homeless addict before and can share both spectrums.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
I'm currently taking a Cultural Competence in Health and Social Service class as well as a Group Process and leadership class for my Addiction Studies degree. I approach everyone with respect for
who they are and where they're at in life. I believe in treating others the way you want to be treated and accepting and loving all people.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I serve people in all of these categories in our various ministries and diverse population at our shower trailer. I was also on the streets with the diverse homeless population, my friends, and I still
have many friends that are still out there from my past, and that is the reason I have a passion to help people. My people.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I'm affiliated with The Bay Church. The church has an ever growing Compassion Ministry and does great things in our community and there's so much more to come.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
I would encourage that families get more of a priority because at the current moment they're on the back burner for shelters and other housing alternatives.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
In the meetings I've attended I've heard where the funding comes from, where it's going, but I would like to hear how it is that people get help from each organization. We have a lot of clients that
need housing and it would be great to get the knowledge of how best to serve them.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
I have a lot of experience of homelessness, I'm actually living in a hotel thanks to Hope Solutions ( thank you Shelby) and will be moving into a place this Saturday😀 I come from a family of mixed
ethnicities and backgrounds and my daughter's father is undocumented. I believe I can bring a lot to the table in ways of lived experience and my complete passion to make the world a better
place.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Brandi
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 27, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
None Selected
Length of Employment
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Seat Name
Lived Experience Advisor
Brandi Martinez
Pleasant Hill CA
Brandi Martinez
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
12
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Brandi Martinez
Upload a Resume
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
See supplemental
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
See Supplemental
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Brandi Martinez
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Volunteering with The Bay Church Clean Start Program and food distribution.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
Brandi Martinez
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Brandi Martinez
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
More options for Responses
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I am currently an unhoused resident of Rydin Road, in Richmond, CA. For the past two years I have have been running a donation kiosk here, providing food, clothes, blankets, toiletries, first aid,
electric power, and emergency telephone use, to other residents of the street I live on, as well as to the homeless community in general. In addition, I have attended countless city council meetings,
as well as meetings of different taskforce groups, neighborhood councils, and non-profit organizations, all of which are seeking to find practical ways to address the crisis of homelessness. Since
moving onto a renovated transit bus in November of 2020, I have fostered connections/relationships with both members of the homeless community, as well as community leaders throughout
Contra Costa and Alameda counties. Over the past six months I have come up with, what's I believe to be a workable plan that could potentially significantly ameliorate homelessness, and at the
same time provide significant benefits to everyone else as well. I was able to present thus plan to Richmond Vice Mayor Eduardo Martinez, Richmond Housing Director, Jesus Morales, and the CEO
of SOS Richmond, and all three agree that what I envision is not only workable, but also better than anything that the city has managed to come up with. With regard to past experience, I have a
master's degree in philosophy from the Katholiek Universitat Leuven in Belgium, and a certificate of advanced language studies in Japanese, from the Monterey Institute of International Studies, in
Monterey, CA.
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
For approximately 10 years prior to losing my home, I worked in conjunction with a friend (Liz Lubin) under the umbrella of Garden of Peace Ministries, collecting food donations from various retail
stores, and distributing these items to homeless individuals throughout the East Bay Area. I have a black belt in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu (was ranked 'as the #1 Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Fighter In the World'-
female, heavyweight, division; in 2007), and this allows me to interact with people who are socially awkward, mentally ill, hostile, isolated, and/or drug addicted, without feeling afraid/intimidated.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
In addition to working with the various non-profit organizations focused on serving homeless individuals (CORE, Collaborizing, Way 2 Love, Housing Consortium of the East Bay), I have also been
employed by SOS Richmond (Daniel Barth), and Garden of Peace Ministries (Liz Lubin). I am also currently enrolled in a seven week (just finished week 5) community leadership training program
sponsored by Faith in Action. In terms of serving the homeless, the majority of my work over the past two years has centered around the donation kiosk on Rydin Road, which I founded/manage.
This role has provided me with the opportunity to interact with all subgroups of the homeless community.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I am not affiliated with any government organization, and as I am filling out this firm via my phone, I am afraid to click on a link to the aforementioned list, for fear of losing all of the work that I
have done on this form so far. That said - my intention, in terms of seeking a position on this council - would be to serve as a representative of homeless individuals, and to serve thier interests,
rather than the interests of government or any particular organization.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
I believe that before anything else, county/city governments MUST identify/provide designated locations where homeless people are allowed to legally EXIST, without fear of arrest or harassment
by law enforcement. The fact that a person does not have sufficient access to financial resources to be able to pay rent, is not sufficient grounds for criminalization. The habitual
persecution/rejection of homeless residents by city governments is unacceptable, unconstitutional, unethical, and has TO END. Once such locations are identified, I believe that resources should be
focused on the creation of tiny home communities. However- one of the residency requirements for participation in such a community would be enrollment in a job training program. Furthermore
- these training programs would be focused around industries and technologies that cities would like to attract to their area to support future economic growth (alternative energy, biotech,
software/computer engineering, agricultural cultivation/research, etc).
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
I believe that the biggest hurdle to fixing the many issues surrounding homelessness in Contra Costa county, has to do with the lack of a standardized communication protocol between the various
government entities, business groups, non-profit organizations, and community stakeholders. My recommendation would be for Contra Costa county to partner up with city governments, to
develop a website for the purpose of fostering transparency/communication between different government entities, and between these entities and communities. Furthermore, the titles, roles and
responsibilities, of those who actually hold the power to make decisions relating to policy, should be clearly defined, and this information should accessible to the public. There are currently far too
many meetings, that accomplish far too little, because as it now stands, there is little transparency, and no means of accountability. Because of this, there is nothing to compell the people who
actually hold the reigns of power, and are responsible for creating policy, to pay any attention whatsoever to the conclusions or recommendations of taskforce committees.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Jewish
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
I have been diagnosed as having high functioning autism. I am physically disabled (nerve root injury). My parents were both homeowners, AND high functioning drug addicts, so I have a lot of
compassion for those suffering with addiction issues. Although the government defines me as 'homeless', that is NOT how I see myself. I actually see myself as a HOME OWNER. Consider the
following: The bus I live on has electricity, heat, air conditioning, water, a shower, a refrigerator, toilet facilities, as well as a bed for me, my partner, and two dogs. The fact that my house is built
around a frame that includes four wheels and an engine, does not mean that it cannot be a home as well. I LIKE living on my bus. I do not believe that the government should seek to
punish/alienate/criminalize me simply because I want to live within my financial means, without having to rely on government aid. The only thing that I lack is land/space to put my residence on.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Jessi Taran
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Oct 04, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Seat Name
Lived Experience Advisor
Jessi Taran
N/A
Richmond CA 94801
Jessi Taran
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
1
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
G.E.D. Certificate
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Jessi Taran
Upload a Resume
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
See supplemental
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
See supplemental
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Jessi Taran
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
Jessi Taran
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Jessi Taran
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
Understand grant process, managing up to 3 grants in a fiscal year. I have worked in the workforce space primarily with underserved populations for over 20 years. Currently providing workforce
services to at risk and unhoused and low income veterans. Have worked with Pacific Gas and Electric, Facebook, Genentech, Southwest American Legion, Veterans Affairs and other various
agencies.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
I work for a veterans services organization that serves clients that represent all populations and identities. Born and raised and working in the SF bay area allows me to understand and have
compassion for the diversity in contra costa and the SF bay area.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I have worked with Goodwill of the Greater Eastbay, Shelter Inc., American Job Center located in Contra Costa County, Community Colleges, Richmond Works, Rubicon, Contra Costa County
Employment and Human Services Contra Costa parole/probation. I have either worked for or have partnered with the agency for additional resources.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
Shelter Inc. Vet Center, VA Medical Hospital Martinez, Employment & Human Services, Goodwill,
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
Training and employment should be highlighted as a priority alongside addressing housing.
Creating and giving more access to paid apprenticeships, and paid or stipend job trainings.
Due to facts that not all veterans are eligible VA benefits, it is also important incorporate more resources specifically for unhoused veterans within the community based network
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
I have attended the Workforce Integration Network meeting some time ago, I have also sat in various community networking and planning meetings it seems like a more seamless interconnection
within agencies for wrap around services.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
Thank you for the potential opportunity to serve on the council.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Janae Thomas
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Oct 07, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
N/A - Out of County
Length of Employment
4
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
0
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Workforce Development Board: Submitted
Janae N Thomas
Oakland CA
Swords to Plowshares
Employment & Training Program
Director
Janae N Thomas
Seat Name
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Janae N Thomas
Upload a Resume
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
After 20 years of workforce development work with in the SF Bay Area including Contra Costa County I
have been able to be apart of great agencies that provide excellent services to underserved populations
that are affected by . Being apart of this committee would allow me to continue to be apart of these
discussions.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have over 20 years of workforce development experience developing and managing multiple grant
funded programs. I have worked and lived in Contra Costa County providing employment services to at
risk and unhoused populations.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
Janae N Thomas
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
Janae N Thomas
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Janae N Thomas
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
More options for Responses
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
As the Education and Vocational representative for the Contra Costa Council on Homelessness, I advocate and bring awareness to the issues relating to children and youth homelessness. I also
advise on policies that affect children and youth experiencing homelessness as I am the county Homeless Education Liaison, representing the 18 districts and charter schools in Contra Costa. It is
my responsibility to provide support and technical assistance to the school homeless liaisons in our county including districts and charter schools, to ensure they have the capacity, resources, and
tools required to support their school sites with the implementation of the Education for Homeless Children and Youth (EHCY) Act. The provisions of this Act are designed to improve the
identification, educational stability, access, support, and academic achievement of children and youth experiencing homelessness. I provide resources to council members and stakeholders
regarding education rights for youth facing homelessness, youth in foster care and justice involved youth (populations also at high risk for experiencing homeless and housing instability) in order
to ensure that homeless students have access to the same free appropriate public education as their peers. Resources include technical assistance, professional development, and school supplies.
As a current resident of Antioch and lifelong resident of East Contra Costa County, I am concerned about the lack of affordable housing and resources for families. I am dedicated to serving as a
representative for the needs of students experiencing homelessness throughout the county.
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
Equity is at the core of the Contra Costa County Office of Education’s mission. We lead with a focus on equity and value the inclusion of diverse perspectives to promote a learning community
where all can succeed. As the County Homeless Education Liaison, I have the opportunity to work with diverse populations and includes working with and for people from across a wide range of
backgrounds and experiences. I understand that when my staff and I connect and engage with families (including youth) with different experiences, it is important to value their background and
experience so they can be comfortable sharing their unique ideas and perspectives in a safe space regarding their educational needs so they can sense that their differences are genuinely
respected, valued and appreciated.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
As the Youth Services Director and County Homeless Education Liaison at the Contra Costa County Office of Education (CCCOE), I work in partnership with the school districts and charter to ensure
school stability for children and youth facing homelessness. CCCOE meets monthly with the districts with the highest population of homeless students to coordinate services with the district
director of student services and district homeless liaisons. This year, 5 districts are piloting a school site liaison project to build the capacity of teachers and counselors to provide wrap around
services to students facing homelessness at their school site. This pilot will also include a partnership with school site mental health wellness centers or team to ensure students facing homelessness
are receiving mental health services and referrals.
Additionally, the CCCOE jointly operates the California Homeless Education Technical Assistance Center in collaboration with Los Angeles County Office of Education and San Diego County Office
of Education. As the local lead of that work, I coordinate with the California Department of Education’s Homeless Education team, homeless education liaisons in 24 other counties, the National
Center for Youth Law and Rainbow Community Center, to better identify and support students experiencing homelessness, including unaccompanied youth.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I am connected to key stakeholders, all of whom are currently represented on the council. I have positive working relationships and collaborations with the County’s Youth Continuum of Care
Services, including Calli House, and local community-based organizations including but not limited to HOPE Solution, K to College, White Pony Express, and Rainbow Community Center.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
I would like the CoC to initiate and facilitate a focus group discussion that involves the Homeless District Liaisons, including but not limited to the largest three districts with the greatest number of
homeless children in youth, homeless service providers and the new Youth CORE staff. Ideally, during this facilitated discussion, we would hear from the different agencies and their perspective,
identify barriers, potential solutions, and innovative ways of delivering services.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
I would like to see more of a youth focus and work to bring solutions to critical issues such youth transitional housing and unaccompanied youth services, youth drop-in center; it would be helpful
to bring in school district staff working directly with homeless students to directly hear their suggestions and recommendations
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
no
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Alejandra Chamberlain
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 29, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 3
Length of Employment
8 year
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
Districts 4
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
30 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Alejandra Chamberlain
Pleasant Hill CA
Contra Costa County Office of
Education Director, Youth Services
Alejandra Chamberlain
Seat Name
Educational and Vocational Services
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Attending board meeting since appointed
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
California State University, Sacramento
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Master of Science in Counseling
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
California State University, Sacramento
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Child Development BA
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Alejandra Chamberlain
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
The COE Youth Services department provides support and resources to the 18 school districts in the
county, CCCOE-operated school sites, and charter schools to implement foster youth services. Technical
assistance and trainings are available to District Homeless Youth Liaisons and other staff who are
working with children and youth facing housing and stability. As the County Office of Education County
Homeless Liaison, my team and I coordinate with the 18 school districts to ensure that students have
access to the same free, appropriate public education, including public preschools, as provided to other
children and youths. Furthermore, COE Youth Services gathers a network of District Homeless liaisons
quarterly for the Homeless and Foster Youth Collaborative meetings, facilitated by the County Homeless
Liaison. These collaborative meetings provide an opportunity for LEAs to work together to develop
policies and protocols for services. Other functions of the quarterly meetings are for Education for
Homeless Children and Youth (EHCY) staff to provide legislated updates, inform LEAs about homeless
activities, provide guest speakers on relevant topics and community services, review data, and to provide
a venue for districts to share concerns, case studies and best practices from their experience working with
students in foster care. As the County Homeless Liaison to the 18 districts and charters, I will do my best
to represent the county’s district collective perspective.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I will advocate and bring awareness to the issues relating to children and youth facing housing instability
as it relates to education. I will advise on policies, coordinate, and collaborate with community
stakeholders relating to children and youth facing homelessness representing our 18 districts. As
previously mentioned, as the County Office of Education County Homeless Liaison, my team and I
provide support, resource, TA and PD to the 18 school districts in order to ensure that students have
access to the same free appropriate public education as their peers.
Alejandra Chamberlain
Upload a Resume
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
Alejandra Chamberlain
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
As the director of the CCCOE Youth Services, Youth Services receives contracts to provide services for
foster youth through EHSD and services for WIOA through the WDB.
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Alejandra Chamberlain
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
More options for Responses
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
I have dedicated the last 15 plus years of my career working with low income families and individuals. Most of whom have experienced homelessness in one capacity or another. I have spent my
career connecting folks, to tax services, food pantries, work services, community resources and now basic financial management skills. I have learned that each person experiencing homelessness
has their own unique set of challenges and barriers that must be addressed with compassion and trauma informed care. I have longed to serve in capacity to help foster communication between
organizations serving the population and help create humane and holistic programs to help clients change their lives. I believe the solution to homelessness is varied and wide and organizations
must collaborate for best success. Having worked with various organizations that all provided a piece of the solution, I can provide a unique perspective in collaborative work. I also bring to the
table work with Sparkpoint career, credit and financial coaching. One additional way to provide tangible services to guide those in search of housing. I am eager to be a bigger part of the solution
in our community, in bringing care and compassion to serving this vulnerable community.
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
Personal convictions and experiences have taught to me approach people with compassion, empathy, realism and objectivity. I work hard to build relationships, leaning in with curiosity to learn
about their experiences and situations. I believe most people have a good idea of what needs to be done, but societal trauma can paralyze their capacity for organized thought and follow through.
I look to honor and strengthen their agency in resolving their challenges.
I have worked with people internationally and locally. Working with agencies in other countries to help lift communities out of poverty. Empowering them to use their own resources to strengthen
their families and communities. I have worked locally with people from all walks of life and continue to learn from them so that I may better understand them and walk with them in their journey.
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
I have worked with a variety of agencies in my 15+ year career. I have had the honor to work with many organizations that served these subpopulations. I have worked with food pantries, food
banks, senior centers, domestic violence shelters, veterans and several homes for recovery. I strive to build relationships with my partners in order to best understand the services they provide.
Using this knowledge to close gaps in services provided. It is my belief that the more I know and gain and the better relationships I can build the better I can empower the folks I am serving.
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I currently work for Brighter Beginnings, collaborating with Spark Point. I also am working closely with the faith base community serving on the leadership of my church Edgewater Covenant
Church.
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
When I worked for the Sacramento Coalition for Working families, I had the opportunity to help grow the coalition beyond what they had originally set. We worked to come up with new tangible
ways to serve the community by collaborating and sharing resources. We made sure to set SMART goals making we were evaluating our progress as we evolved. When I worked with the Food
Bank in Alameda, I worked with pantries, creating new coalitions where none existed. We then did some work on Trauma informed care and what at the time was cultural sensitivity training.
Leading organizations and their volunteers to better serve the populations that utilized their services. It is my dream to work on the whole community collaborating on small steps to tangibly
provide resources to the community. Increase educational opportunities to work with individuals and families in a comprehensive way, without removing their own abilities to be apart of the
solution.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
I have only been to one meeting so far. I am captivated by the holistic approach in serving people. In that one meeting my recommendation would be to brainstorm how to connect organizations
to collaboratively in addressing full situations for people facing homelessness. The people we work with interact with multiple agencies and organizations. Open collaboration between
organizations, businesses, and faith community will help us see how we all intersect in providing care and resources. We cannot narrow down people to the one thing we do, this relationship
building within agencies When there is an absence of connection of services it tends to compartmentalize people instead of honoring the person and all the parts of their experience.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
I have worked with people all over the world. I spent 11 years in a country not my own, had to learn to assimilate or think outside the box in order to thrive. These experiences led me to rely on
relationship building and leaning into peoples shared and different experiences, allowing me to make outside of the box connections.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Stacy Hart
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 29, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 5
Length of Employment
18 months
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
5
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
10 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Stacy Hart
Pittsburg CA
Brighter Beginnings/Spark Point Financial Education Coordinator
Stacy Hart
Seat Name
Personal convictions and experiences have taught to me approach people with compassion, empathy,
realism and objectivity. I work hard to build relationships, leaning in with curiosity to learn about their
experiences and situations. I believe most people have a good idea of what needs to be done, but societal
trauma can paralyze their capacity for organized thought and follow through. I look to honor and
strengthen their agency in resolving their challenges.
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
University of Phoenix
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Human Services
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
North Part University
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Masters of Non Profit Admin
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Stacy Hart
Upload a Resume
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I have a long standing passion to work with solving Homelessness in our county, even country. I would
like to bring my experience and knowledge to the table to be a part of the solution.
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I have 15+ years working with the marginalized and the organizations that serve them. I have lived
internationally and learned to find connections that are not always seen.
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
Stacy Hart
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Stacy Hart
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Stacy Hart
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
More options for Responses
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
II am a 68 Self employed Financial Planner for the past 30 plus years, I am a Registered Investment Advisor, and a Fiduciary. I am a Life long resident of Contra Costa County, as a Follower of Jesus
My heart aches for the homeless. I have taught classes for the past 13 years at the Bay Area Rescue Mission. Mostly on Basic Finance and re Entry into society, I am the Current Chair on the
Commission on Aging for the city of Pleasant Hill. I am married to my wife for 43 years and raised 4 daughters who are married and I am friends with my daughters and sons in la. I have 6
grandchildren and yearn to give back. I have opinions on how to engage in this crisis but foundational they are , RESPECT, EQUIP, EMPLOY, RESTORE HEALTH and HOUSE. Some 30 plus years ago I
was a VISTA volunteer (Peace Corp in America) I learned how to galvanize volunteers. I was an Area Director for M2 Sponsors where I facilitated a Big brother type Matching program with both the
CDC and YA, as well as Job Placement. I have no Idea if I can be of assistances. I pray for you and encourage you,, if you can use me, call, if not I will still love you the same. I will continue on my
journey of life. Thanks for doing what you do. Mike
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
It is not us and them it is US; that is the journey of my life
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
Bay Area Rescue Mission, Community Presbyterian Church
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
None. I am just a self-employed Business owner
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
One of the blessings I receive at The Bay Area Rescue Mission is from the first week of their arrival, they grapple with internal chaos and addictions; I get joy from seeing and traveling with them to
health and mental clarity. I am moved when I get the privilege of giving them some tools to be healthy and functional in the world. Jesus said there, but the least of these go I.
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
BARM reentry meeting.
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
Mixed Race
Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
Choose not to answer
Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
When JFK set up VISTA he was going to solve the poverty issue in 4-10 years, It hasn't gotten much better, we must keep trying.
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Mike MacDonakld
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 30, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
Application Form
Profile
District Locator Tool
Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 2
Length of Employment
22 years
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
4
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
50 years
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Contra Costa Council on Homelessness: Submitted
Michael J MacDonald
Danville CA
Michael MacDonald Financial
Magt President
Michael J MacDonald
Seat Name
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Diablo Valley College
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Administration of Justice
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
St Mary's
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
BA Business Management
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Michael J MacDonald
Upload a Resume
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
Accredited Investment Fiduciary
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
Series 7,63 FINRA Calif Life and Property and Casualty Lic.
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I have taught Basic Finance Classes at The BayArea Rescue Mission for the past 13 years, I have a
Heart for the Homeless. I am Currently the Chair of the City of Pleasant Hill Commission on Aging I bike
to commute on the Iron Horse trail 2-3 times a week from Danville to Pleasant Hill and back I have Been
an Elder at Community Church at Danville 4 Times I was a VISTA Volunteer in 1976 I bike commute and
have ridden every mile of the Iron horse trail, I know the trail and have observations on how to improve
this spectacular resource. I was Mike Shmansky, past Mayor and City Councilman of Danville, Re-
election Campaign Treasure 3 times
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
Michael Jon MacDonald, founder and president of Michael MacDonald Financial Management, Inc., has
been an independent financial advisor since 1984. As an Accredited Investment Fiduciary® (AIF®), he
has met the educational, competence, conduct and ethical standards to carry out a fiduciary standard of
care and serve the best interests of his clients. A graduate of St. Mary’s College of California, his practice
is focused on advising Registered Nurses on retirement planning, as well as those in transition due to the
loss of a loved one, and Social Security planning. A father of four daughters with five grandchildren,
Michael has been married to his wife, Carol, for over four decades. An Elder at Community Presbyterian
Church in Danville, Cal, Mike has taught a weekly class in personal financial management at the Bay
Area Rescue Mission since 2010.
Michael J MacDonald
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
I am Currently the Chair of the City of Pleasant Hill Commission on Aging I have Been an Elder at
Community Church at Danville 4 Times I have taught classes at the Bay Area Rescue mission for the past
13 years. I have been on boards for : Micro Business Lending M-2 Sponsors Community Presbyterian
Church I have led YoungLife Clubs I have been a Huddle leader for FCA (Fellowship of Christian Athletes)
I have coached 13 Mustang Youth Soccer teams
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
Michael J MacDonald
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
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About the Supplemental Questions for the Council on Homelessness Membership Application
The following questions will be used by the Council on Homelessness’ Nominating Panel to identify diverse applicants that can contribute unique expertise and perspectives to the Council.
Answers to these questions will be evaluated in relation to the experience and qualifications desired for available member seats. Please carefully consider how your personal experiences,
professional experiences, and values will contribute meaningfully to the Council on Homelessness’ and the Contra Costa County Homeless Continuum of Care’s efforts to make homelessness
rare, brief, and non-recurring.
Please note, there are two required elements of the Council on Homelessness application, these “Supplemental Questions” and the County Application. Once you submit this application, you
will get an response that will include the link to the County Application. You must submit the County application by 5 pm Friday, September 30, 2022 to be considered.
REMINDER: To be considered for the Council, you must complete BOTH components of the application.
Please note, this form can be filled out as a Word document and emailed to Council on Homelessness CChomelesscouncil@cchealth.org by the deadline or submitted via this online form.
Supplemental Questions
Affordable Housing Developer Representative
Behavioral Health Representative
City Government Representative
Educational and Vocational Services Representative
Emergency Solutions Grant Representative
Health Care Representative
Homeless Service Provider Representative
Lived Experience Advisor (must have lived experience of homelessness)
Veterans Administration Representative
Workforce Development Representative
Youth Representative (must be between the ages of 18-24)
Which vacant Council on Homelessness seat are you applying for? * 1.
Please briefly describe any special skills, relationships, or resources you would bring to this specific seat. If applicable, please describe any
experiences that demonstrate a past professional or personal commitment to addressing and alleviating homelessness within the topic or field
related to the vacant seat. (400 word maximum) *
2.
Me being from foster youth and group homes to be homeless and getting into hope solutions and being able to be a student is the best thing that can I would love to empower others no matter
what age or anything you do as worker or a student or family person you and do it if we have self motivation .I also believe helping and second chances I am 21 and have 2 year old and go to
college and am being able to conquer my dream.
More options for Responses
I am a person currently experiencing homelessness and living in a shelter or location not meant for human habitation (e.g., in a tent).
I am a person who experienced homelessness within the past 5 years but is currently housed.
I am a person who experienced homelessness more than 5 years ago but is currently housed.
I am a family member of someone who has experienced homelessness
I am none of the above but still invested in addressing homelessness in Contra Costa County.
I would prefer not to respond
Please identify your personal connections with homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 3.
Individuals experiencing homelessness in Contra Costa County come from diverse backgrounds (in terms of abilities, ages, sexual and gender
identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds). Please describe your approach and experience working with and
in diverse populations. (400 words maximum) *
4.
Hello community I understand being homeless isn’t joyful or good in your terms but I do believe in New beginnings where you can find the chance to be worker or find resources that will help u
success in ur dream and yourself
Please describe your affiliations with organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such as: persons with chronic
substance abuse issues, persons with serious mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with HIV/AIDS, veterans,
families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors. (400 word
maximum) *
5.
Those who have experience any time bad times I’m sorry but now it’s your time to shine and become there person you want to be now you can over Come those bad times and take this moment
to look for help and I can help with any resources or info for more !
If applicable, please describe your affiliations with any government and community-based organizations that are not currently represented on
the Council on Homelessness. For a full list of current Council on Homelessness members, please see
here: https://cchealth.org/h3/coc/council.php#Members . (400 word maximum)
*
6.
I am In hope solutions and am a student college who over came homeless from couch to couch with family and my baby I Believe there’s always a new start for others. With the right help .
Using your personal experiences and/or professional experiences, please describe up to three (3) ways you would encourage the Contra Costa
Continuum of Care to address or set priorities for addressing homelessness. Feel free to draw from current events and other sources of
information. (400 word maximum) *
7.
Well I am student advisor and a student as well a mother and foster youth I was raised in the system all my life and over came group homes homeless
3 or more meetings
1-2 meetings
0 meetings
Please state how many Continuum of Care (CoC), Council on Homelessness (CoH), or Youth Advisory Council (YAC) meetings you have previously
attended. *
8.
Please provide up to three (3) recommendations or thoughts you had from CoC, CoH, or YAC meetings. If you have not attended a CoC, CoH, or
YAC meetings, please briefly describe any recent relevant participation in similar meetings and your recommendations or thoughts. (400 word
maximum) *
9.
I attended Ilsp meeting as well zoom with classes and as well being a student advisor
Yes
No
The Council is committed to the Housing First approach (meaning no barriers or requirements as a prerequisite to housing, including sobriety, religious
affiliation, or other structure not required for housing) and has established this Guiding Principle: Homelessness is first a housing issue, and necessary
supports and services are critical to help people remain housed. Our system must be nimble and flexible enough to respond through the shared responsibility,
accountability, and transparency of the community. Are you in support of the Housing First approach and Guiding Principle described above? *
10.
I can be available for 2 or more meetings per month, including the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I can be available only for the standing monthly COH meeting the first Thursday of every month from 1pm to 3pm.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting, but can make other meetings 2 or more times per month.
I am not available for the standing monthly COH meeting and may not be able to make other meetings more than once per month.
Please identify the level of commitment you can provide to the Council on Homelessness by selecting one of the options below: * 11.
Far East Contra Costa County (for example: Discovery Bay, Bethel Island)
East Contra Costa County (for example: Bay Point, Pittsburg, Antioch, Brentwood)
Central Contra Costa County (for example: Martinez, Pleasant Hill, Concord, Walnut Creek)
South Contra Costa County (for example: Alamo, Danville, San Ramon)
West Contra Costa County (for example: El Cerrito, San Pablo, Richmond, Pinole, Hercules, Rodeo)
I spend an equal amount of time in all five geographic areas listed above.
Which of the following geographic areas do you spend the most time in? * 12.
Demographic Information (Optional)
The Council aims to engage as broad a representation as possible of abilities, ages, sexual and gender identities, immigration statuses, and racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds, and
geographical representation within the County. Responses to the following questions are optional and will be considered in aggregate to ensure that we have recruited a diverse pool of
applicants. The Nominating Panel will not review applicants’ responses to the following questions.
What are your pronouns (for example: she/him/they/ze, etc.)? 13.
What is your gender identity (for example: female/male/transgender/non-binary/gender non-conforming, etc.)? 14.
What is your sexual orientation (for example: bisexual/straight/gay/pansexual, etc)?15.
Transition aged youth (18-24)
Adult (25-61)
Older adult (62+)
What best describes your age? (Check one)16.
African American/Black
Arab/Middle Eastern
Asian
Caucasian/White
East Indian/South Asian
Latine/a/o/x
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Native American
Pacific Islander
South/Central American
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Other
What best describes your race/ethnicity? (Pick as many as apply) 17.
Is there any other information you would like to share, including anything that would help us understand how you would contribute to
the diverse representation of people and experiences on the Council (for example: lived experience of homelessness, abilities, immigration
status, ethnic background, or cultural background)?
18.
No
Contact Information
Name * 19.
Anastasia
Email * 20.
Phone Number21.
Submit Date: Sep 28, 2022
First Name Middle Initial Last Name
Home Address Suite or Apt
City State Postal Code
Primary Phone
Email Address
Employer Job Title
Contra Costa County Boards & Commissions
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Resident of Supervisorial District:
District 1
Length of Employment
1 ye
Do you work in Contra Costa County?
Yes No
If Yes, in which District do you work?
Contr a costa
How long have you lived or worked in Contra Costa County?
Since I was a baby
Are you a veteran of the U.S. Armed Forces?
Yes No
Board and Interest
Which Boards would you like to apply for?
Advisory Council on Aging: Submitted
Anastasia C Padilla
Richmond CA
Mobile:
Laney college Student. Advisor
Anastasia C Padilla
Seat Name
Ana
Have you ever attended a meeting of the advisory board for which you are applying?
Yes No
If Yes, how many meetings have you attended?
None
Education
Select the option that applies to your high school education *
High School Diploma
College/ University A
Name of College Attended
Laney
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Cosmotolgy
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University B
Name of College Attended
Laney
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Mlat
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
College/ University C
Name of College Attended
Laney
Anastasia C Padilla
Upload a Resume
Degree Type / Course of Study / Major
Physiology
Degree Awarded?
Yes No
Other Trainings & Occupational Licenses
Other Training A
None
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Other Training B
None
Certificate Awarded for Training?
Yes No
Occupational Licenses Completed:
None
Qualifications and Volunteer Experience
Please explain why you would like to serve on this particular board, commitee, or
commission.
I use to march in San Francisco for my school I volunteer for summer programs and shelters
Describe your qualifications for this appointment. (NOTE: you may also include a copy of
your resume with this application)
I believe I can qualify of so much experience
Would you like to be considered for appointment to other advisory bodies for which you
may be qualified?
Yes No
Anastasia C Padilla
Do you have any obligations that might affect your attendance at scheduled meetings?
Yes No
If Yes, please explain:
I believe any
Are you currently or have you ever been appointed to a Contra Costa County advisory
board?
Yes No
If Yes, please list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you are currently
serving:
Hope solutions
If Yes, please also list the Contra Costa County advisory board(s) on which you have
previously served:
None
List any volunteer or community experience, including any advisory boards on which you
have served.
Summer program for westmore high
Conflict of Interest and Certification
Do you have a familial or financial relationship with a member of the Board of Supervisors?
(Please refer to the relationships listed under the "Important Information" section below or
Resolution No. 2021/234)
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Good
Do you have any financial relationships with the County such as grants, contracts, or other
economic relationships?
Yes No
If Yes, please identify the nature of the relationship:
Good
Anastasia C Padilla
Please Agree with the Following Statement
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
undersand that all information in this application is publicly accessible. I understand that
misstatements and/or omissions of material fact may cause forfeiture of my rights to serve
on a board, committee, or commission in Contra Costa County.
I Agree
Important Information
1. This application and any attachments you provide to it is a public document and is subject to
the California Public Records Act (CA Government Code §6250-6270).
2. All members of appointed bodies are required to take the advisory body training provided by
Contra Costa County.
3. Members of certain boards, commissions, and committees may be required to: (1) file a
Statement of Economic Interest Form also known as a Form 700, and (2) complete the State
Ethics Training Course as required by AB 1234.
4. Meetings may be held in various locations and some locations may not be accessible by
public transportation.
5. Meeting dates and times are subject to change and may occur up to two (2) days per month.
6. Some boards, committees, or commissions may assign members to subcommittees or work
groups which may require an additional commitment of time.
7. As indicated in Board Resolution 2021/234, 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) Husband, wife, father-in-law, mother-in-law, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, stepson, and
stepdaughter;
(4) Registered domestic partner, pursuant to California Family Code section 297;
(5) The relatives, as defined in 1 and 2 above, for a registered domestic partner;
(6) 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.
Anastasia C Padilla
Council on Homelessness Applicant Scoring Rubric
Supplemental Application Questions
(2) Applicant’s response lists specific skills, relationships, or resources they
can bring to a specific vacant seat on the COH. Response demonstrates a
professional or personal commitment to alleviating homelessness that
relates to focus of the vacant seat selected. (12 pts)
12 pts for a response that demonstrates specific skills, relationships, or
resources related to the vacant seat AND professional or personal
commitment to alleviating homelessness within the topic or field related to
the vacant seat selected
6 pts for a response that demonstrates specific skills, relationships, or
resources related to the vacant seat OR professional or personal
commitment to alleviating homelessness within the topic or field related to
the vacant seat selected
(3) Applicant’s response reflects lived experience or connection to someone
with lived experience. (12 pts)
12 pts for applicant currently experiencing homelessness (as self-identified)
10 pts for applicant with experience of homelessness within the past 5
years (as self-identified)
8 pts for applicant with experience of homelessness at some point within
their life (as self-identified)
4 pts for connection to someone with lived experience
0 pts for no personal lived experience
(4) Applicant's response reflects a commitment working with and in diverse
populations. (12 pts)
(5) Likely to contribute to more balanced Council in terms of connections to
organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations such
as: persons with chronic substance abuse issues, persons with serious
mental illness, persons experiencing chronic homelessness, persons with
HIV/AIDS, veterans, families with children, unaccompanied youth, victims of
domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking, and seniors.
(5 pts)
5 pts for contributing to more balanced Council in terms of affiliation with
organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations
3 pts for not impacting the balance of the Council in terms of affiliation with
organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations
1 pt for contributing to less balanced Council in terms of affiliation with
organizations or agencies who serve various homeless subpopulations
(6) Likely to contribute to more balanced Council in terms of connections to
government and community-based organizations represented (5 pts)
5 pts for contributing to more balanced Council in terms of in terms of
government and community-based organizations represented
3 pts for not impacting the balance of the Council in terms of in terms of
government and community-based organizations represented
1 pt for contributing to less balanced Council in terms of in terms of
government and community-based organizations represented
(7) Applicant’s response demonstrates knowledge and critical thinking on
how to address homelessness in Contra Costa. Response also demonstrates
unique expertise, opinions, and viewpoints on homelessness issues. (10 pts)
10 pts for demonstrating both knowledge and critical thinking, and unique
expertise, opinion, view
5 pts for demonstrating knowledge or critical thinking and unique expertise,
opinion, view
1 pt for demonstrating either knowledge, critical thinking or unique
expertise, opinion, view
(8) Applicant’s response shows active participation in system meetings or
other types of relevant community participation (3 pts)
3 pts for YAC or other lived experience board members or participation at 3
or more CoC and/or CoH meetings
2 pts for participation at 1-2 CoC and/or CoH meetings
0 pts for no participation at CoC and/or CoH meetings
(9) Applicant’s response shows active understanding and critical thinking
about the topics discussed at the meetings that were attended. (7 pts)
7 pts for 2-3 recommendations or thoughts demonstrating critical thinking
and interest
3 pts for 1 recommendation or thought demonstrating critical thinking and
interest OR for applicants without attendance any compelling description of
relevant recent experiences
0 pts for no compelling description of relevant recent experiences for those
without attendance
(10) Applicant’s response shows alignment with and commitment to the
COH Guiding Principle and Housing First approach. (5 pts)
5 pts for "YES"
3 pts for any response expressing views contrary or conflicting with Housing
First but commitment to COH Guiding Principle
Disqualifying for "no" without an explanation
(10) Applicant’s response reflects ability to be an active participant of
Council on Homelessness meetings (9 pts )
9 pts for "YES"
4.5 pts for some conflicts
Disqualifying if applicant is unable to attend CoH meeting or other monthly
meetings
County Application Questions
Is the applicant able to comply with the Conflict of Interest Policy? (Y/N)
If n, the applicant may be disqualified from participation on the CoH.
Qualifications: Applicant’s response shows prior board/volunteer and/or
leadership experiences or any relevant experience. (5 pts)
5 pts for homeless or homeless-adjacent board/volunteer experience
(including Youth Action Council)
3 pts for significant non homelessness related board/volunteer experience
2 pts for all other listed board/volunteer and/or leadership experience
SUB-TOTAL SCORE
Indicate whether applicant will contribute to a more balanced Council
on Homelessness by assigning points for each criteria listed below. If
unsure or unclear from application, leave blank.
NOTE: This criteria may be used at the reviewers’ discretion in line with
the CoH Governance Charter to break any ties (applicants' scores must
be within 8 points) or, depending on the number of qualified
applications, to prioritize ensuring balance at the reviewer’s discretion.
Likely to contribute to more balanced Council in terms of geographic
representation (7 pts)
7 pts for applicants representing the Far East County (e.g., Discovery Bay,
Bethel Island)
6 pts for applicants representing East County
3.5 pts for applicants representing Central County
0 pts for applicants representing the whole county, West County or South
County
See the County application for this question. Please note, Panelists can
deviate from the scores recommended if needed to ensure balanced
representation across applicants for vacant seats.
TIE BREAKER SCORE
FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 7.
Meeting Date:11/28/2022
Subject:Adult Protective Services and Challenges for Aged & Disabled Populations
Submitted For: FAMILY & HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE,
Department:County Administrator
Referral No.: FHS #45
Referral Name: Aging and Adult Services - Challenges for Aged & Disabled Populations/Elder Abuse
Presenter: Marla Stuart, EHSD Director, and Tracy Murray, Aging and Adult
Services Director
Contact: Tracy Murray,
925-608-4805
Referral History:
On May 23, 2000, the Board of Supervisors referred to the Family and Human Services Committee an annual report on the
progress made on the issue of elder abuse in Contra Costa County. Between 2000 and 2015, Committee has received an annual
status report from the Employment and Human Services Department.
On December 14, 2015, the Family and Human Services Committee received a report from the Employment and Human
Services Department on this referral. At the time of the report, the new Aging and Adult Services Director was a recent hire,
having only been with the department a couple of months. Since the new director had identified various strategies to address
some pending issues, such as staffing and crisis response times, and program changes were in transition, the Family and
Human Services Committee agreed to postpone the annual report until such time as the department would be prepared to
discuss a timeline addressing the program and operational challenges discussed. An update was provided to the Family and
Human Services Committee on February 7, 2017. The most recent status update was provided to the Family and Human
Services Committee on August 24, 2020.
Referral Update:
Please see the attached report.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
ACCEPT the report from the Employment and Human Services Department on Aging and Adult Services, including the
Master Plan on Aging.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
There is no fiscal impact for this action.
Attachments
Update on Aging and Adult Services
Presentation to the Family and Human Services Committee, 11/28/2022
Tracy Murray
Director, Aging & Adult Services
Employment and Human Services Department
tmurray@ehsd.cccounty.us
Aging & Adult Services Report
1
Table of Contents
•Aging & Adult Services Overview
•Adult Protective Services
•In-Home Supportive Services
•General Assistance
•Area Agency on Aging
•Partnerships and Grants
2
Contra Costa Aging Population
3
251,516
Number of Age 60+ Individuals in Contra
Costa County, per 2020 Census estimates
Source:
Census 5-Year Estimates Table S0101
CalWIN Table MR0007E
51,088
Number of unduplicated age 60+ Contra
Costa individuals enrolled in Medi-Cal,
CalFresh, General Assistance, and other
benefits programs in FY 2021-22
3
-1.3%
-4.0%
2.9%
0.1%
11.8%
29.5%
22.4%
2.7%
-20%-10%0%10%20%30%40%
Preschool Age (0-4)
School Age (5-17)
College Age (18-24)
Working Age (25-64)
Young Retirees (65-74)
Mature Retirees (75-84)
Seniors (85+)
All Ages
California 2022-2027 Population
Growth Rate by Age Group
Aging & Adult Services Overview
4
Aging & Adult Services Overview
5
Aging & Adult
Services span
a continuum
of care
Area Agency on
Aging
Prevention,
services, and
community
planning
General
Assistance/SSI
Advocacy
Financial support
& linkages
Community
Connect
Coordination
with Health
Services Agency
Adult Protective
Services
Crisis
intervention &
community
awareness
In-Home
Supportive
Services & Public
Authority
Services to
remain at home
5
Aging & Adult Services At A Glance
6
7,055
Unduplicated clients
served by the Area
Agency on Aging in
Fiscal Year (FY) 2021-22
877,968
Meals provided by the
Area Agency on Aging in
FY 2021-22
17,391
Information calls
received by the Area
Agency on Aging in FY
2021-22
453
Average monthly reports of
Elder/Dependent Adult
Abuse in FY 2021-22
874 active Adult Protective
Services Cases in June 2022
531
Average monthly applications
for General Assistance in FY
2021-22
595 active General
Assistance cases in June 2022
311
Average monthly applications
for In-Home Supportive
Services in FY 2021-22
13,473 consumers and 12,177
providers in June 2022
Sources: RTZ-GetCare, ServicePoint, LEAPS, CMIPS, CalWIN
6
Adult Protective Services (APS)
7
Adult Protective Services
Reports & Caseload Trends
8
288
403
461
367
497 491
412
545 565 579
864 874
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
1000
June 2017 June 2018 June 2019 June 2020 June 2021 June 2022
Monthly Reports Monthly Cases
Source: LEAPS
8
Adult Protective Services Caseload Changes
9
September 2020 Caseload Map September 2022 Caseload Map
Sup District Sept 2020 Caseload Sept 2022 Caseload Change
District 1:Sup. Gioia 137 181 +24%
District 2:Sup. Anderson 91 122 +25%
District 3:Sup. Burgis 134 188 +29%
District 4: Sup. Mitchoff 159 193 +18%
District 5:Sup. Glover 148 202 +27%
Total 669 886 +25%
Source: LEAPS
9
In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)
10
In-Home Supportive Services Providers &
Caseload Trends
11
7,764
7,919
8,744 9,347 10,762
12,167
8,673
9,757
10,756
11,606 12,143
13,474
0
2,000
4,000
6,000
8,000
10,000
12,000
14,000
16,000
June 2017 June 2018 June 2019 June 2020 June 2021 June 2022
Providers Consumers
Source: CMIPS and Care Tracker
11
In-Home Supportive Services Compliance
12
57%
33%
22%
31%
90%89%
55%
65%
79%
84%
75%
63%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%Sep-19Oct-19Nov-19Dec-19Jan-20Feb-20Mar-20Apr-20May-20Jun-20Jul-20Aug-20Sep-20Oct-20Nov-20Dec-20Jan-21Feb-21Mar-21Apr-21May-21Jun-21Jul-21Aug-21Sep-21Oct-21Nov-21Dec-21Jan-22Feb-22Mar-22Apr-22May-22Jun-22Jul-22Aug-22Sep-22Intake completed w/in 90 days of application approval Reassessed within 1 year after initial assessment
Approved 14
Additional FTE’s
Intake
Decentralized
Source: CMIPS
12
Onset of COVID
General Assistance (GA)
13
General Assistance Applications & Caseload
Trends
14
758
614
797
619
430
595
652
528 555
170
434
587
-
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
June 2017 June 2018 June 2019 June 2020 June 2021 June 2022
Cases Applications
Source: CalWIN CIS Reports
14
General Assistance Client Profile
15
•Has the ability to have meaningful
employmentLevel 1
•Has a verifiable physical or mental
disability which prevents them from
maintaining employment for more than
30 days but less than 12 months
Level 2
•Has a verifiable physical or mental
disability which prevents them from
maintaining gainful employment for
more than 12 months
Level 3
General Assistance clients are
characterized as one of the following:
Homelessness rate of General Assistance
Applicants in FY 2021-22
Applications
Granted
# Homeless % Homeless
Level 1 1671 732 44%
Level 2 733 347 47%
Level 3 2318 824 36%
Total 4722 1903 40%
General Assistance clients by Age Group
in June 2022
Source: CalWIN
15
Count % of Total
18 and under 3 <1%
19 -49 311 54%
50 -59 200 35%
60 and over 61 11%
Total 575 100%
Area Agency on Aging (AAA)
16
Area Agency on Aging Overview
17
Direct Services
•Information & Assistance: 17,391 calls
•Health Insurance Counseling & Advocacy Program
(HICAP): 7,638 Peopled served
Services through Community-Based
Organization (CBO) Contracts
•Friendly Visiting: 165 seniors matched
•Respite Hours: 4,354 hours provided
•Legal Services: 835 clients
•Elder Abuse Prevention: 10 events held
•Assisted Transportation: 6,148 trips
17
Area Agency on Aging Initiatives
18
Measure X
•Capacity-building support for CBO community
•Funding for CBO’s
•Campaign in support of older adults with
disabilities
Master Plan on Aging
•Finalized contract with Collaborative Consulting,
Inc. for $195,000 to provide data gathering,
facilitation, and implementation plan
development services
•Community event in support of Master Plan held
on Aging in November 17, 2022
18
Partnerships and Grants
19
Partnerships and Grants
20
Program Purpose Number
Served FY
21-22
Elder Abuse
Prevention Project
A partnership of organizations
that serves elders who are
experiencing physical,
psychological, financial and
emotional abuse.
491
HomeSafe Housing assistance for APS
clients at risk of homelessness
or homeless.
80
HDAP Provides SSI Advocacy and
Housing assistance to GA
clients
98
Community Connect EHSD provides eligibility and
social work of high need
members.
2475
Our Partners
20
Service Delivery Contractors
21
21
Dr. Lisa Kalich $ 27,000 Family Caregiver Alliance $ 194,146
Alzheimer's Association $ 89,235 Family Justice Alliance $ 52,756
Bi-Bett Corp. New Health Services $ 110,000 Contra Costa Health Services $ 4,533,399
Center for Elder's Independence $ 49,389 JBEO, Inc. $ 20,000
Choice in Aging $ 163,517 Jewish Family & Community Services $ 91,763
Contra Costa Crisis Center $ 42,988 Legal Assistance for Seniors $ 8,000
Contra Costa Senior Legal Services $ 265,802 Meals on Wheels Diablo Region $ 487,302
Diablo Valley Foundation for the Aging $ 25,000 Mobility Matters $ 62,202
Diane Whaley $ 53,799 Pamela Brown $ 56,522
District Attorney's Office $ 27,727 RTZ Associates $ 15,000
Dr. Robert Sargent $ 87,842 Stella Wu Chu $ 15,675
East By Men's Recovery Center $ 55,000 Uplift Families First $ 68,132
Empowered Aging $ 639,187 Total $ 7,241,382
FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE 8.
Meeting Date:11/28/2022
Subject:Annual Update on the Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program
Submitted For: Anna Roth, Health Services Director
Department:Health Services
Referral No.: 107
Referral Name: Assisted Outpatient Treatment Program
Presenter: Alison Farringer, RDA Consulting and Marie Scannell, Forensic
Mental Health Chief
Contact: Enid Mendoza, (925)
655-2051
Referral History:
The Assisted Outpatient Treatment Demonstration Project Act (AB 1421), known as Laura’s Law, was signed into
California law in 2002. Laura’s Law is named after a 19 year-old woman who worked at a Nevada County mental
health clinic. She was one of three individuals who died after a shooting by a psychotic individual who had not
engaged in treatment. AB 1421 allows court-ordered intensive outpatient treatment called Assisted Outpatient
Treatment (AOT) for a clearly defined set of individuals that must meet specific criteria. AB 1421 also specifies
which individuals may request the County Mental Health Director to file a petition with the superior court for a
hearing to determine if a person should be court-ordered to receive the services specified under the law. The County
Mental Health Director or his licensed designee is required to perform a clinical investigation and, if the request is
confirmed, file a petition to the court for AOT. If the court finds that the individual meets the statutory criteria, the
recipient will be provided intensive community treatment services and supervision by a multidisciplinary team of
mental health professionals with staff-to-client rations of not more that 1 to 10. Treatment is to be client-directed
and employ psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery principles. The law specifies various rights of the recipient as
well as due process hearing rights. If a person refuses treatment under AOT, treatment cannot be forced. The court
orders a meeting with the treatment team to gain cooperation and can authorize a 72-hour hospitalization to gain
cooperation. A Laura’s Law petition does not allow for involuntary medication. AB 1421 requires that a county
Board of Supervisors adopt Laura’s Law by resolution to authorize the legislation within that county. AB 1421 also
requires the Board of Supervisors to make a finding that no voluntary mental health program serving adults or
children would be reduced as a result of implementation.
At its June 3, 2013 meeting, the Legislation Committee requested that this matter be referred to the Family and
Human Services Committee (FHS) for consideration of whether to develop a program in the Behavioral Health
Division of the Health Services Department that would implement assisted outpatient treatment options here in
Contra Costa County.
On July 9, 2013, the Board of Supervisors referred the matter to FHS for consideration. FHS received reports on
the implementation of Laura's Law on October 16, 2013 and March 10, 2014, and on February 3, 2015, the Board
of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 2015/9 to direct the implementation of Assisted Outpatient Treatment
(Laura’s Law) for a three-year period and directed the Health Services Department (HSD) to develop a program
design with stakeholder participation. The Board further authorized the Health Services Director to execute a
contract with Resource Development Associates, Inc. to provide consultation and technical assistance with regard
to the evaluation of the County’s Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) Program for persons with serious mental
illness who demonstrate resistance to voluntarily participating in behavioral health treatment.
In February 2016, Laura's Law was implemented and the Department provided FHS with status reports on
September 12 and December 12, 2016, and May 22 and September 25, 2017, at which FHS received and discussed
the AOT Program reports for fiscal year 2016-17 as provided by the Health Service Department and Resource
Development Associates. Contra Costa Behavioral Health Services was directed to coordinate with the Health,
Housing and Homeless Services Division and develop a plan to maximize enrollment in Assertive Community
Treatment (ACT) of persons who are eligible for the AOT Program and are homeless or at risk of homelessness.
Mental Health Systems is the contract agency providing Assertive Community Treatment services.
On October 17, 2017 the Board of Supervisors accepted the Plan for Maximum Enrollment of Persons Eligible for
the AOT Program, as well as the July, 2016 through June 30, 2017 evaluation report from Resource Development
Associates. On November 2, 2018 Resource Development Associates presented their Cumulative Evaluation
Report to the Assisted Outpatient Treatment Workgroup and interested stakeholders for discussion and input
regarding recommendations and next steps.
In September 2021, AB 1976 was approved by the Legislature and signed by Governor Newsom. This statute
eliminates the sunset date for AOT programs, and requires the implementation of AOT programs for all counties
that have not already implemented Laura's Law effective July 1, 2021. This has converted AOT programs from an
opt-in to an opt-out County program. The statute also expands the list of individuals allowed to petition the county
behavioral health department for AOT services to include a superior court judge.
The change in legislation has not impacted the County's AOT program, which exceeds the requirements set forth in
the legislation.
The Behavioral Health Services Division of the Health Services Department last presented the AOT annual report
to FHS on July 26, 2021. The report was accepted and forwarded on to the Board of Supervisors for their
information and was approved at their August 10, 2021 meeting.
Referral Update:
Please see the attached presentation from Resource Development Associates (RDA), which covers the 2020-21 fiscal year
reporting that was done for the Department of Health Care Services (DHCS). DHCS has changed its reporting requirements for
the current year (and moving forward) to require a survey only (and no written report). The attached Power Point presentation
is a summary of the responses that were provided in the survey submitted to DHCS on October 15, 2022.
Recommendation(s)/Next Step(s):
ACCEPT the cumulative evaluation survey summary from the Health Services Department on the implementation of Laura’s
Law – Assisted Outpatient Treatment (AOT) program during the period July 2020 through June 2021, DIRECT staff to
forward the report to the Board of Supervisors for their information, and DIRECT the Department to forward future survey
summaries annually and directly to the Board of Supervisors for their information.
Fiscal Impact (if any):
There is no fiscal impact for the acceptance of this report. Funds are budgeted for the Contra Costa Behavioral Health Services
(CCBHS) portion of the AOT Program for FY 2022-23 and MHSA revenue is expected to sustain the CCBHS portion of the
program costs for the fiscal years 2023-24.
Attachments
FY 2020-21 DHCS AOT Outcome Evaluation Report
Contra Costa County Assisted
Outpatient Treatment Program
FY 2020-2021 DHCS AOT Outcome Evaluation
December 2022
2
Outline
1.Overview
2.Pre-AOT Enrollment
3.AOT Enrollment
4.Discussion
Overview
SECTION ONE
3
4
FY 2020-2021 DHCS AOT Outcome
Evaluation
Purpose of the Evaluation
•Meet state-mandated
reporting
requirements for AOT
programs.
•Support continuous
quality improvement
process to support the
AOT program to meet
its intended goals.
Evaluation Activities
•Secondary data
analyses on Pre-AOT
and AOT Enrollment.
Evaluation Period
•July 1, 2020 – June 30,
2021
5
DHCS Reporting Requirements
Enrollment & Engagement
•Number of clients served by the program
•Indicators of successful
engagement
•Consumer and family
satisfaction with program
services
Legal & Safety
•Contacts with law enforcement & reductions in law enforcement contact
•Hospitalizations & reductions in hospitalizations
•Victimization
•Violent behavior
Treatment & Services
•Type, intensity, & frequency of treatment
•Adherence to prescribed
treatment
•Usage of enforcement
mechanisms
•Substance abuse
•Maintaining housing
•Employment services
participation
Skills & Functioning
•Social functioning
•Independent living skills
6
Data Sources
Contra Costa Behavioral Health Services (BHS)
•Referral, investigation, & petition data
•Service utilization data for all behavioral health
services provided or paid for by CCBHS
•Demographic data
•Jail booking data
Mental Health Systems (MHS)
•ACT client list
•Assessments (e.g, SSM, PAF, KET, NIDA, MacArthur)
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DHCS Changes & Other
Considerations
Changes to DCHS AOT Reporting Tool
•Updated format, distribution, & submission
•Expanded & reformatted questions
•DHCS reporting is focused on court-involved
consumer sample
Other Evaluation Considerations
•Staff turnover had implications for evaluation timing,
data, & approach
•COVID-19 impacted agency data collection processes
•Housing and employment data are self-reported
Pre-AOT Enrollment
SECTION TWO
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Referrals to AOT
Total number of people
referred to Contra
Costa’s AOT Program
during FY20-21
121
Total number of people
found statutorily
ineligible for the AOT
program during FY20-21
31
Average number of
investigation days for
prospective AOT
consumers during
FY20-21
83
(FY19-20 Total: 117)
Fiscal Year 20-21
FY20-21 Range: 2-248(FY19-20 Total: 21)
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FMH Investigation & MHS
Outreach
Investigation Outcome Referred
Consumers
Referred to MHS 19% (n=21)
Engaged or Re-Engaged with a
Provider
25% (n=27)
Investigated and Closed 55% (n=59)
Ongoing Investigation 1% (n=1)
On average, the initial
outreach period was one
month (34 days) for all
consumers. At minimum,
initial outreach took two days
and at maximum, over three
months (101 days).
Fiscal Year 20-21
AOT Enrollment
SECTION THREE
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Enrollment Status
Total number of
consumers who
received voluntary
services during FY20-21
106
Total number of
court-involved
consumers served
during FY20-21
15
Total number of
court-involved
consumers enrolled in
FY19-20 that continued
receiving services in
FY20-21
2
(FY19-20 Total: 77)
Fiscal Year 20-21
(FY19-20 Total: 9)(FY19-20 Total: 11)
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Court-Involved Consumer
Profile (N=15)
Demographic Consumers
Gender
Female 40% (n=6)
Male 60% (n=9)
Age
18 – 25 33% (n=5)
26 – 49 60% (n=9)
50+7% (n=1)
Fiscal Year 20-21
Demographic Consumers
Race/Ethnicity
White/Caucasian 60% (n=9)
Black/African American 20% (n=3)
Hispanic or Latino 0% (n=0)
Asian/Pacific Islander 0% (n=0)
Another race/2+ races 13% (n=2)
Unknown/Not reported 7% (n=1)
Most FY20-21 court-involved consumers were male, white,
and between the ages of 26-49 years old.
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Maintaining Treatment
Contact (N=15)
Most court-involved consumers maintained contact with
treatment services “often” or “very often” (n=7).
Fiscal Year 20-21
Note: Two court-involved consumers were excluded from this analysis because their enrollment began on the last day of the fiscal year.
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Treatment Frequency &
Intensity (N=15)
Average number of
treatment services
provided to
court-involved clients in
a week (7-day) span
during FY20-21
3.7
Average length (in
hours) of each
treatment encounter
with court-involved
clients during FY20-21
2.2
(FY19-20 Average: 1.8)
Fiscal Year 20-21
(FY19-20 Average: 1.5)
The Care Team
continued to
successfully operate
and engage AOT
consumers in services
throughout continued
COVID-related
lock-downs during
2020 and 2021.
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Hospitalizations (N=15)
Fewer court-involved consumers experienced hospitalizations during
AOT enrollment compared to pre-AOT enrollment for FY20-21.
Total number of
hospitalization days
reduced between
pre-AOT enrollment to
during AOT enrollment
for FY20-21
6.4Consumer Hospitalizations
Hospitalizations include: Detox, Crisis Residential,
Crisis Stabilization, Hospital, Inpatient, IMD, and
Skilled Nursing Facility
Pre-AOT
Enrollment
During AOT
Enrollment
Number of
Consumers 13 3
Fiscal Year 20-21
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Jail Incarcerations (N=15)
Fewer court-involved consumers experienced jail incarcerations
during AOT enrollment compared to pre-AOT enrollment for FY20-21.
Total number of jail
incarceration days
reduced between
pre-AOT enrollment to
during AOT enrollment
for FY20-21
6.4Consumer Jail Incarcerations
Pre-AOT
Enrollment
During AOT
Enrollment
Number of
Consumers 8 1
Fiscal Year 20-21
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Employment & Housing (N=15)
Consumer Employment
Pre-AOT
Enrollment
During AOT
Enrollment
Number of
Consumers 1 5
Consumer Homelessness
Pre-AOT
Enrollment
During AOT
Enrollment
Number of
Consumers 6 4
More court-involved consumers
were employed during AOT
enrollment compared to pre-AOT
enrollment for FY20-21.
Fewer court-involved consumers
experienced homelessness during
AOT enrollment compared to
pre-AOT enrollment for FY20-21.
73% (n=11) of court-involved
consumers were housed at some
point during their AOT enrollment
in FY20-21.
Fiscal Year 20-21
Discussion
SECTION FOUR
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Discussion
•The AOT Care Team collaborated to connect referred individuals to the appropriate mental health services.
•Outreach and engagement efforts resulted in consumers being enrolled into MHS relatively quickly.
•Despite the ongoing impact of COVID-19, all court-involved AOT consumers maintained some level of weekly contact with the treatment system during the reporting period.
•Fewer court-involved consumers experienced jail stays, hospitalizations, and homelessness during AOT enrollment compared to pre-enrollment.
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