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While the Existing Programs Evaluation identifies some recommended updates and refinements to existing policies and programs, this is not comprehensive of all recommended policy or program changes to be considered. As outlined later in the report, staff has identified an initial list of potential policy items for future, more detailed discussion based on questions and topics have been raised by Commission members, City Council, and the Community as items of interest or concern identified by staff or the professional services team with respect to City housing policies. These discussions, as well as specific draft language for any policies proposed for update will be brought forward to City Commissions and to the City Council at a later date. Appendix G - Housing Resources The City has various local resources available to support the continued development, preservation, and rehabilitation of housing in Pleasanton. This section provides a detailed list of financial and administrative resources, as well as opportunities for energy conservation. Some key resources include: • Lower -Income Housing Fund (LIHF): The City's collects affordable housing fees from all residential and commercial office or industrial development projects (unless the project is exempt), and those fees are deposited into the LIHF. The LIHF must be used to support activities to implement the City's Housing Element's goals and policies. • Down Payment Assistance (DPA) Program: The DPA program offers $100,000 in down payment assistance for potential first-time homebuyers whose household income does not exceed 120 percent of AMI. • Housing Rehabilitation Program: This City program provides loans up to $150,000 and grants up to $15,000 to lower income homeowners for repair and rehabilitation projects. In addition to Pleasanton -specific resources, there are regional resources that can support the City's housing goals, including those offered through Alameda County and the Housing Authority of the County of Alameda (HACA). State and federal resources are also available. Availability of these resources is dependent on governmental priorities, legislation, and continued funding. Public Comments Notice of the Housing Commission and Planning Commission hearings were published in The Valley Times as well as identified in the Pleasanton Weekly's "Agenda Highlights" for upcoming public meetings. An email notification was sent to all interested parties who have signed up on the Housing Element website: pleasantonhousingelement.com. Prior to the Housing Commission and Planning Commission hearings, staff received comments from two residents which are included in Attachment 6 for reference. Comments included a number of suggestions and recommendations about the format of the data presented (such as to not use bar charts); a request for a number of additional Page 8 of 13