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NEIGHBORHOOD & AFFORDABLE HOUSING ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
CITY OF CLEARWATER
September 16, 1997
Present:
Howard Groth
Rev. William Graham
Milly Joplin
Bertha Kelley
William Turner; Sr.
Mayme W. Hodges
Shirley Moran
Warren Hunt
Alan J. Ferri
Michael Holmes
Patricia O. Sullivan
Absent:
Mary Myhill
Vice-Chair
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Board Member
Housing & Urban Development Director
Housing & Urban Development Assistant Director
Board Reporter
Chair
The Vice-Chair called the meeting to order at 10:00 a.m. at City Hall.
To provide continuity for research, items are in agenda order although not necessarily
discussed in that order.
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ITEM #2 - Aooroval of the Minutes
Member Hodges moved to approve the minutes of the regular meetings of June 17,
1997, and July 15, 1997; as recorded and submitted in written summation to each board
member. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #3 ~ Agencv Presentations
a) Boys & Giris Clubs
Boys & Girls Clubs Director of Individual Services Rosalie Murray said the City's
level of funding was less than requested. She expressed concern this shortfall will
negatively impact the club's Condon Gardens after-school programs such as "Girl Talk."
"Boys to Men" program funding will not be cut. The Club;s objective is to provide
wholesome activities for children ages 6 to 17. during the summer and school year.
Tutoring has helped improve grades and school attendance. The Club also offers a junior
leader training camp and sports-person award. In response to a question, she said the
Club reports non-duplicated numbers to the City. The Club serves an average 45 children
per day and has approximately 12 volunteers.
b) Girls; Inc. of Pinellas
Girls; Inc. of Pinellas Director of Operations Sue Caddell said her organization is
proud of their accomplishments, including hiring tutors to increase children's interest in
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school and participating In weekly visits with the PinoUas Animal Foundation program to
Seniors living at Barbee Towers where children learn about the care of animals and benefit
from intergenerational relationships. Girls, Inc. has a Summer reading program in
conjunction with the Junior League of Clearwater/Dunedin. The club also introduces
children to Marine Biology, the zoo, and aquarium. The children were taught the origins of
imported African instruments and dance rituals and have assisted in making costumes for a
pending performance of African and Caribbean dances..
Ms. Caddell said tests indicate her agency's program has increased participants'
self-esteem, socialization, and Interpersonal skills. Clients are between 5 and 17 years old.
The program to prevent adolescent pregnancy next will be offered in November. In
response to a question, Clearwater Housing and Urban Department (HUD) Director Alan
Ferri said the City excuses the agency's tardiness in filing recent reports due to the loss of
their bookkeeper. The City cannot reimburse the agency until this paperwork is submitted.
In response to a question, Ms. Caddell said the club serves approximately 27 children
daily. Most participants live in Condon Gardens.
c) Partners in Self-Sufficiency
Partners in Self-Sufficiency EXDcutive Director Sylvia Costello said the program has
grown to 148 clients. She reported half of the program's participants are employed full or
part time. The escrow program has enabled 7 clients to become homeowners. She
reported 7 clients recently earned GEDs, 10 graduated from PTEC (Pinellas Technical
Education Center), and 2 graduated from the University of South Florida. She said not all
clients can attain high income levels but all can learn to be self-sufficient.
Ms. Costello said due to changes in welfare laws, the program is being redesigned,
office space is being expanded; and the staff has increased from 1.5 to 5.5. A CHA
(Clearwater Housing Association) grant is supporting several positions. She reported the
agency;s board is committed to increasing fund raising efforts. In response to a question,
she said PTEC and SPJC (St. Petersburg Junior College) track new professions and training
gaps in the community. She said graduates of the 1-year Licensed Practical Nurse
program can earn high wages but program space is extremely limited and private schooling
is expensive. Major employers share information regarding local job openings. In response
to a question; she said the number of clients has increased since the agency's expansion.
The agency;s goal Is to serve 100 public housing and 100 Section 8 clients.
d) Pinellas Opportunity Council
Director of Chore Services Joan Lanier said the program provides yard work and
heavy household cleaning for Seniors. While this year's goal was to serve 60 unduplicated
clients, she estimated 80 will be served. The need is difficult to judge. Services are
provided based on the priority of need. The waitlist of Clearwater residents is substantial.
She thanked the City for its support. It was felt the program;s work is impressive and
makes homes livable. In response to a question, Ms. Lanier indicated one client's house
was included in last year's Paint Your Heart out Clearwater program.
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ITEM #4 - Member Subgrantee Monitorino ReDorts
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Salvation Army's Homeless Intervention Program Director Ed Brandt reported family
homelessness has increased. He expressed concern welfare reform will result in more
families being unable to maintain housing. Program residents are nrovided daily case
management. Those who obtain employment Bre able to save for their own homes. The
number of clients returning for more services has declined from 10% to approximately
3.5%. He said the 48-bed facility, scheduled to open in April 1998; will double the
number of available beds. Family units will be available on an emergency basis for only 1
or 2 nights. He reported a recent donation of 25-voice mails for clients to use while
seeking employment. In response to a question, he said both the day and shelter programs
will be located in the new facility, next door to the soup kitchen. He anticipated morning
pedestrian traffic along Cleveland Street will diminish. In response to a question, Mr.
Brandt said staff salaries remain constant even when client numbers fluctuate. The
program is funded by several sources.
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Member Moran reported she had visited the CRT (Community Response Team),
rode with 2 inspectors, and met with Lieutenant Jeff Kronschnabl. She said the CRT is
one of the City's finest departments and encouraged NAHAB (Neighborhood & Affordable
Housing Advisory Board) members to accompany a CRT Inspector in the field. The CRT,
with 5 administrative personnel and 11 inspectors based in 2 locations, is developing a
positive rapport with the community and encouraging voluntary compliance. COBG funds
cover some salaries. Some COBG funds were left over last year due to unfilled positions.
She said funding CRT positions from the City;s budget next year is being considered. Mr.
Ferri noted the CRT works cooperatively with the Central Permitting Department regarding
unsafe buildings. Ms. Moran said in-fill housing has helped improve neighborhoods.
ITEM #5 - Subgrantee ReDorts
In response to a question regarding CHIP (Clearwater Homeless Intervention
Program), Mr. Ferri said the contract was ~xtended 6 months due to bidding, contractor,
and permitting delays. A 6-month extension is allowed only under special circumstances.
It was recommended submission reports include a summary of all special factors and, in
August and September, report on agencies behind schedule in their pledged delivery of
services. In response to a question, Mr. Ferri said privacy laws prevent the CRT from
obtaining certain client information, such as income level.
ITEM #6 - Old Business
a) Rules of Procedure
Mr. Ferri noted Section 4, Article 4 of the Rules of Procedure, should refer to his
department as "HUD. H
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Member Moran moved to approve NAHAB's Rules of Procedure as distributed and
amended. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously.
ITEM #7 - New Business - None.
ITEM #6 - Announcements
a) Next Scheduled Regular Meeting
The next meeting is scheduled on October 21; 1997 ; Mr. Forri reported the City
Manager wishes to discuss the board's mission at a future meeting. Member Turner
reported he cannot attend the October meeting.
ITEM #7 - Adiourn
The meeting adjourned at 10:56 a.m.
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