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amounts requested and questioned whether that funding amount would be enough to sustain the program. Mr. Blair advised that it would definitely be enough to sustain the program and Abode would look at other ways of supporting the program, especially HOPE Outreach. Mr. Erickson provided information about the uncertainty in the amount of the City's allocation of federal HOME funds. He advised that Abode would not actually receive funds until they had submitted invoices to the City with appropriate backup documentation demonstrating expenditures. Commissioner Gaidos indicated that he agreed with the funding recommendation made by staff. Commissioner Galvin stated that he was ready to make a motion, but Commissioner Soby indicated he had questions. Commissioner Soby discussed with Mr. Blair Abode's use of funds for 2016/17 and expressed concern about homeless issues, especially people who may be at risk of losing their homes. Mr. Blair advised that Abode is helping people to avoid losing their homes by assisting with bills and providing other types of support. Commissioner Soby questioned what would happen to people who were not able to get back on their feet in the short term and discussed with Mr. Blair how support might be provided for a year or more. Chairperson Welsh closed the meeting for agency presentations. A motion was made by Commissioner Galvin, seconded by Commissioner Gaidos, recommending the following allocation of Federal, HOME Funds, and Lower Income Housing Funds related to the Human Services Grant(HHSG) Program for Fiscal Year 2017/18: 1. Abode Services/Tri-Valley Rapid Rehousing Program a) Tenant-Based Rental Assistance $70,000—HOME b) Case Management Services $50,000—LIHF 2. Abode Services/ HOPE Outreach $50,000—LIHF 3. ECHO Housing/ Housing Counseling Services $40,000—LIHF ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: Commissioners Gaidos, Galvin, Soby, and Chairperson Welsh. NOES: None ABSENT: Commissioner Meyers ABSTAIN: None Commissioner Soby requested that that Commission be provided with interim reports from the agencies receiving housing-related grant funds, suggesting that the agencies return in about six months. Mr. Erickson agreed to schedule presentations for a future agenda. 7. Appointment of New Officers (Chairperson and Vice Chairperson)for 2017 Mr. Dolan advised that the Housing Commission Ordinance stipulates that officers consisting of a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson are to be nominated and elected to serve a one-year term commencing January 1 of each year. Staff recommends the Commission appoint a new Chairperson and Vice Chairperson for calendar year 2017. A motion was made by Commissioner Gaidos, seconded by Commissioner Galvin to nominate and elect Commissioner Welsh to serve as the Chairperson and Commissioner Soby to serve as the Vice Chairperson of the Housing Commission for the year 2017. Page - 4-