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progress ECHO has made in the program with the funds they have received Ms. Rocha advised that detailed information about the work of ECHO, different cases they work on, and the assistance they have been able to provide including lots of hand -holding has all been provided to the Commission. CRIL Housing and Independent Living Services — Mr. Galvan provided information about the services CRIL provides to Pleasanton residents with disabilities and/or seniors with limitations to help them improve their level of independence. Services provided includes independent living skills training, counseling services, independent travel training, use of Pleasanton Paratransit program, etc. The goal of CRIL is to teach their clients to be able to do things for themselves. He discussed collaboration with other organizations and 2-1-1 referrals. Commissioner Kiziloglu was advised by Mr. Galvan that the client goal for CRIL during this funding cycle was 30 but will more likely be close to 150 before the end of the year. Abode Services — HOPE Street Outreach — Mr. Martinez noted that the mission of HOPE is to end homelessness by advocating for removal or barriers. He commented on the work that HOPE does with the Pleasanton Police and others to identify homeless in the area. Mr. Martinez advised that a total of 37 referrals had been received during the six months of the year and 44 homeless have been identified in Pleasanton. HOPE personnel visit with the homeless regularly to try and promote long-term stability. A total of 181 hours of service has been provided to date with housing being found for two disabled individuals. Abode Services — Tri -Valley Rapid Rehousing Program — Mr. Guel advised that the program goal was to house 6 to 10 individuals and to date two have been placed in permanent housing with a remaining 7 active participants. Chairperson Soby questioned whether the two individuals had been housed in the Tri -Valley. Commissioner Kiziloglu informed Mr. Guel that an individual had reached out to her and advised that Abode had not responded to them. Mr. Guel provided information about Abode's track record regarding follow-ups and assessments. He discussed the program outline and noted that it is not always possible to make contact with individuals because they have moved and don't have phone access, etc. Mr. Hernandez asked Commissioner Kiziloglu to provide him with contact information for the individual she is referring to so he and Mr. Guel can get in touch with the person. Commissioner Kiziloglu asked for information about the different programs Abode provides. Mr. Guel provided information about the different services Abode provides with specifics about the Rapid Rehousing Program. Commissioner Kiziloglu questioned whether Abode puts people into Section 8 Housing and expressed concern about the different programs provided by Abode. Mr. Guel advised that Abode has been able to offer help and advocate for individuals trying to get Section 8 Housing. Mr. Hernandez provided details about Abodes services and the Coordinated Entry Program through Alameda County, advising that the City of Pleasanton is not funding a Coordinated Entry Program. Commissioner Kiziloglu requested information about Coordinated Entry training that Abode Staff is receiving so participants in the program will receive correct information. Page - 6 -