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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2005 CON Alpha Project - Services for Homeless AmendmentCity of National City, California COUNCIL AGENDA STATEMENT September 6, 2005 MEETING DATE 14 AGENDA ITEM NO. ITEM TITLE Amendment authorizing the Mayor to execute an Agreement with Alpha Project in the amount of $39,642.56 to continue to provide services that address the homeless issue and achieve community revitalization through outreach to i�p�meless persons 4580 PREPARED BY Jeff Servatiusr ! _ DEPARTMENT Public Works EXT. EXPLANATION In August of 2004 the City of National City entered into a contract with Alpha Project to provide services that addressed the homeless issue. The contract called for one day a week service at a flat rate cost of $45,505.35 for 12 months. Since October 2004, Alpha Project staff has provided outreach services to the City's growing homeless population. They contacted 100 individuals and offered them referral services and provided housing for 15 people. In addition, they provided weed abatement, homeless camp cleaning and removed approximately 80 net tons of trash and debris (see attached report). Public Works staff realizes that unfortunately, their work just touched the surface of the City's homeless population needs. Nevertheless, we recommend that the City Council amend the agreement with the Alpha Project. For Fiscal Year 2006, Alpha Project is proposing a 10 month contract through June 30, 2006 to get inline with the fiscal year at a flat rate cost of $39,642.56 for one day a week service. J Environmental Review _X__ N/A MIS Approval Financial Statement Approved B�' $50,000 funding for this program is budgeted in the Refuse Account 172-42222b-299 Finarrc rector Account No. STAFF RECOMMENDATION Adopt the Amendment BOARD / COMMISSION RECOMMENDATION N/A ATTACHMENTS ( Listed Below ) 1. Amendment 2. Report from Alpha Project A-200 (Rev. 7/03) Lo0h/ -37 Resolution No. 7/5"0s- /9,5 RESOLUTION NO. 2005 — RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH ALPHA PROJECT TO CONTINUE TO PROVIDE SERVICES THAT ADDRESS THE HOMELESS ISSUE AND ACHIEVE COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION THROUGH OUTREACH TO HOMELESS PERSONS AT A FLAT RATE OF $39,642.56 FOR AN ADDITIONAL TEN MONTHS WHEREAS, the City of National City and Alpha Project entered into an agreement dated August 3, 2004, to provide assistance to the homeless in National City for a period of one year; and WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the agreement to extend services for an additional ten months. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of National City hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute an Amendment to Agreement with Alpha Project in the amount of $39,642.56 to provide assistance to the homeless in National City for an additional ten months. Said Amendment is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. PASSED and ADOPTED this 6th day of September, 2005. Nick Inzunza, Mayor ATTEST: Michael R. Della, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: George H. Eiser, III City Attorney AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AND ALPHA PROJECT TO CONTINUE TO PROVIDE SERVICES THAT ADDRESS THE HOMELESS ISSUE AND ACHIEVE COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION THROUGH OUTREACH TO HOMELESS PERSONS This Amendment to Agreement is made and entered into this 6th day of September, 2005, by and between the City of National City, hereinafter referred to as "CITY," and Alpha Project, hereinafter referred to as "CONTRACTOR". RECITALS WHEREAS, on August 3, 2004, CITY and CONTRACTOR entered into an agreement entitled "Agreement by and between the City of National City and Alpha Project" for services that address the homeless issue and achieve community revitalization through outreach to homeless persons, referral for assistance with housing and employment, and cleanup of trash and debris resulting from homeless camps, at a flat rate of $45,404 for one (1) year. WHEREAS, CITY and CONTRACTOR now desire to amend the agreement to extend the services for a ten month period at; and WHEREAS, CITY and CONTRACTOR also desire to amend the provisions of said Agreement pertaining to the rates charged by CONTRACTOR, due to an increase in labor and fuel. NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto mutually agree as follows: 1. That the new Rate Schedule shall be as shown on Exhibit "A", attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, beginning September 4, 2005. 2. The term of this Agreement shall be extended for a period of ten (10) months beyond the current expiration date to June 30, 2006. 3. Except as otherwise provided herein, all of the provisions of the Agreement for services that address the homeless issue in the City of National City by and between the City of National City and Alpha Project, dated August 3, 2004 shall remain in full force and effect. Amendment to Agreement Alpha Project — Homeless Services Page 2 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have hereunto set their hands on the date first above stated. CITY OF NATIONAL CITY ALPHA PROJECT (If Corporation — signatures of two corporate officers) Nick Inzunza, Mayor Name Title APPROVED AS TO FORM: George H. Eiser, III Name City Attorney Title EXHIBIT "A" Alpha Project Proposal Presented to City of National City For Mitigation of Homeless Impacts Clean -Up and Referral Services 1. PROJECT OFFICE AND CONTACT Contractor shall maintain an office located at 3737 Fifth Ave., Suite 203 in San Diego. Office hours shall be Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Authorizing official is Bob McElroy, President and CEO, and can be reached at (619) 542-1877. 2. PROJECT GOALS The program will provide employment opportunities to homeless men and women and those at risk of becoming homeless. The program will develop marketable work skills and positive work habits for program participants while providing weed and brush abatement services for the City of San Diego. 3. DRUG AND ALCOHOL -FREE FACILITY Contractor shall maintain a drug and alcohol -free facility, and shall not condone the use, possession, or distribution of drugs or alcohol. All participants will be randomly tested for drug and alcohol use during their participation in the program. 4. SCOPE OF WORK Alpha Project has experienced personnel who have successfully and competently provided weed and brush abatement services in Alpha Project's work programs. Depending on the scope of the contract, Alpha Project can provide all materials, transportation, insurance, and equipment needed to perform the scope of work. For fire safety projects, weeds will be cut to a height of no more than two (2) inched. Weed cutting, trash and debris (except concrete and brick) will be removed and hauled to a legal dumping facility, or provided bins. Adjacent properties will be free of like debris. Specifics of services will be outlined and provided as directed by City of San Diego. 5. FIRMS EXPERIENCE Since 1986, Alpha Project has provided maintenance, trash disposal, weed and brush abatement, graffiti removal, and home rehabilitation throughout the County of San Diego. Every council district in the City of San Diego allocates funds to Alpha Project to provide directed assistance to low-income neighborhoods and households. Additionally, several other departments in the City of San Diego also contract services with Alpha Project to provide weed and brush abatement and general maintenance services on a regional basis. Alpha Project also provides maintenance services for special events that occur throughout the city. Since the devastating firestorms that claimed thousands of homes in San Diego this past October, Alpha Project has been involved in providing recovery assistance to low-income, uninsured and under -insured homeowners. Our crews are deployed in the hardest -hit communities of Harbison Canyon, Crest, Julian, Tierrasanta, Scripps Ranch, and throughout the North and East County working to provide assistance with demolition and clearance. As those neighborhoods begin to rebuild, Alpha Project will remain closely partnered with those in need, providing material assistance, donations of gifts in -kind, and low-cost support through our Construction Department. Our clients include: • City of San Diego Fire and Life Safety Services Gary Tillinghast (619) 533-4461 • City of San Diego Environmental Services Bob Tillaro / Joan Tunbridge (858)492-6012 / (858) 492-6012 • City of San Diego Mt. Hope Cemetery Rob Snyder / Paulette Crawford (619) 527-3400 / (619) 527-3401 • Hillcrest Association Warren Simon (619)299-3330 • City of San Diego Open Space Division / Parks Planning Josh Woods (619) 525-8607 • City of San Diego — Every Council District Scott Peters — (619) 236-6611, Michael Zucchet — (619) 236-6622, Toni Atkins — (619) 236-6633, Charles Lewis — (619) 236-6644, Brian Maienschein — (619) 236- 8855, Donna Frye — (619) 236-6636, Jim Madaffer — (619) 236-6677, Ralph Inzunza — (619) 236-6688 6. FEE FOR SERVICES Alpha Project will provide a crew of 3 (three) workers and 1(one) supervisor, one day per week, at a flat rate of $39,642.56 starting September 4, 2005 until June 30, 2006. Dumpsters will be provided to Alpha Project by the City of National City at no cost. Alpha Project provided services that achieve community revitalization and mitigation of homeless impacts, through outreach to homeless persons, referral for assistance with housing and employment, and cleanup of trash and debris resulting from homeless camps." 7. REQUESTING SERVICE/SCHEDULING WORK Work requests will be provided by the City of National City via email of fax to Attn: Karen Pucci, KarenPucci@alphaproiect.org or fax: (619) 542-0264. Alpha Project will schedule the work to be done on Monday, or Friday for special events. However, the day of the week may be adjusted as needed. If any questions should arise please contact Karen Pucci, Community Projects Manager at (619) 247-9777 or (619) 542-1877. 8. MONITORING WORK PERFORMED Alpha Project currently uses a worksheet designed for logging work completed that includes the date, time, location and type of work performed. Areas that routinely need attention will be patrolled regularly between scheduled work requests. ATTACHMENT 2 NATIONAL CITY REPORT October, 2004 — PRESENT The mission of the Alpha Project is to empower individuals, families, and communities by providing work, recovery and support services to people who are motivated to change their lives and achieve self-sufficiency. Since October, 2004, Alpha Project has been working in National City providing outreach services to the City's growing homeless population. Alpha Project's Take Back the Street Program provides National City with outreach and community services one day out of the week with a crew of four persons. Alpha Project's 'PBS program has assisted with homeless mitigation in National City by providing referrals, weed abatement, clearing homeless camps, homeless outreach, tree skirting, and removal of trees and debris. Since the inception of the program, Alpha Project has been providing walking patrols in Kimball Park twice a day once, in the morning and in the afternoon. To date, Alpha Project has provided community revitali7ation/cleanup at the below sites. * Kimball Park Outreach, * Homeless camps located at the 99 cent store, * Homeless camps located at A-1 Alloys, * Homeless camps located at Plaza Bonita, * Homeless camps located at behind Grove Shopping Center, * Homeless camps located at Plaza Medical Centre (222 Plaza Blvd.), * Homeless camps located at Civic Center Drive, * Homeless camps located at Bay Marina, Homeless camps located behind Smart and Final, * Homeless camps located at Paradise Motel, * Homeless camps located at Park Motel, * Cleaned up trash and debris behind Ha Penny, * Cleaned up trash and debris in tunnel behind Jimmy's Restaurant, * Homeless camps located at I-5 North on ramp, * Homeless camps located behind Toys R Us, Homeless camps located a Food 4 Less, Cleaned storm drains at 7th and G Street, Homeless camps located at 7th and Roosevelt, Cleaned up trash and debris behind Big Lots, Homeless camps located under bridge at 800 block of 8th, Homeless camps located at Cleveland & Civic Center Drive, Homeless camps located at Harbor Drive & Civic Center Drive, National City Library, Alpha Project has been to the aforementioned locations at least three times each and some locations more than three times. We have cleaned and removed approximately 80.26 net tons of homeless camps, trash, and debris. We have trimmed and skirted 65 trees. Alpha Project has provided outreached to over 100 homeless men, women, and teens ranging from 15 to 68 years of age. Alpha Project has provided housing for fifteen people and offered services to all. Alpha Project has encountered five pregnant women who were offered services but declined them. Also, Alpha Project has taken four homeless males and three homeless females to UCSD for medical care. Approximately 50 percent of the homeless population that Alpha Project encounters in National City is from out of State. According to self disclosure homeless contacts have been homeless from three weeks to 20 years. A portion of those contacted are on SSI, but refuse to get help. Approximately 75 percent of those offered services are on drugs and/or alcohol. Many collect cans and panhandle for money to buy food and support there drug or alcohol habit. The homeless of National City have been living underneath bridges, in the river beds, in the City's parks and recreation areas, flood water channels, churches, on -ramps, and in commercial and residential foliage. Alpha Project for the Homeless would like to thank National City for the opportunity to collaborate with the City to provide meaningful solutions to its homeless dilemma. As previously mentioned, our impact would be more comprehensive if we could provide services more than once weekly. As we approach our second year of service, Alpha Project suggestions include the need for housing opportunities for the general homeless population, especially those with special needs and seniors. As the affordable housing crisis grows in San Diego County, housing opportunities for very -low income and homeless persons become more difficult and thus placement of homeless persons that we encounter during our outreach efforts becomes more challenging. I look forward to speaking with you about possible solutions to this dilemma. Again, thank you for the opportunity to work with you. Regards, Karen Pucci, Community Projects Manager RESOLUTION NO. 2005 — 195 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH ALPHA PROJECT TO CONTINUE TO PROVIDE SERVICES THAT ADDRESS THE HOMELESS ISSUE AND ACHIEVE COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION THROUGH OUTREACH TO HOMELESS PERSONS AT A FLAT RATE OF $39,642.56 FOR AN ADDITIONAL TEN MONTHS WHEREAS, the City of National City and Alpha Project entered into an agreement dated August 3, 2004, to provide assistance to the homeless in National City for a period of one year; and WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the agreement to extend services for an additional ten months. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of National City hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute an Amendment to Agreement with Alpha Project in the amount of $39,642.56 to provide assistance to the homeless in National City for an additional ten months. Said Amendment is on file in the Office of the City Clerk. PASSED and ADOPTED this 6th day of September, 2005. Nick ''A './` ayor ATTEST: 4, Mic ael R. Da la, ^ ity Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: George H."Eiser, III City Attorney Passed and adopted by the Council of the City of National City, California, on September 6, 2005, by the following vote, to -wit: Ayes: Councilmembers Inzunza, Morrison, Natividad, Parra, Zarate. Nays: None. Absent: None. Abstain: None. AUTHENTICATED BY: By: NICK INZUNZA Mayor of the City of National City, California City C�erk of the City of ational City, California Deputy I HEREBY CERTIFY that the above and foregoing is a full, true and correct copy of RESOLUTION NO. 2005-195 of the City of National City, California, passed and adopted by the Council of said City on September 6, 2005. City Clerk of the City of National City, California By: Deputy AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY AND ALPHA PROJECT TO CONTINUE TO PROVIDE SERVICES THAT ADDRESS THE HOMELESS ISSUE AND ACHIEVE COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION THROUGH OUTREACH TO HOMELESS PERSONS This Amendment to Agreement is made and entered into this 6th day of September, 2005, by and between the City of National City, hereinafter referred to as "CITY," and Alpha Project, hereinafter referred to as "CONTRACTOR". RECITALS WHEREAS, on August 3, 2004, CITY and CONTRACTOR entered into an agreement entitled "Agreement by and between the City of National City and Alpha Project" for services that address the homeless issue and achieve community revitalization through outreach to homeless persons, referral for assistance with housing and employment, and cleanup of trash and debris resulting from homeless camps, at a flat rate of $45,404 for one (1) year. WHEREAS, CITY and CONTRACTOR now desire to amend the agreement to extend the services for a ten month period; and WHEREAS, CITY and CONTRACTOR also desire to amend the provisions of said Agreement pertaining to the rates charged by CONTRACTOR, due to an increase in labor and fuel. NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto mutually agree as follows: 1. That the new Rate Schedule shall be as shown on Exhibit "A", attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, beginning September 4, 2005. 2. The term of this Agreement shall be extended for a period of ten (10) months beyond the current expiration date to June 30, 2006. 3. Except as otherwise provided herein, all of the provisions of the Agreement for services that address the homeless issue in the City of National City by and between the City of National City and Alpha Project, dated August 3, 2004 shall remain in full force and effect. Amendment to Agreement Alpha Project — Homeless Services Page 2 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have hereunto set their hands on the date first above stated. CITY OF NATIONAL CITY Nick APPROVED AS TO FORM: George H. Eiser, 11I City Attorney ALPHA PROJECT (If Corporation — signatures of two corporate officers) "Exhibit A" Alpha Project Proposal Presented to City of National City For Mitigation of Homeless Impacts Clean -Up and Referral Services 1. PROJECT OFFICE AND CONTACT Contractor shall maintain an office located at 3737 Fifth Ave., Suite 203 in San Diego. Office hours shall be Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Authorizing official is Bob McElroy, President and CEO, and can be reached at (619) 542-1877. 2. PROJECT GOALS The program will provide employment opportunities to homeless men and women and those at risk of becoming homeless. The program will develop marketable work skills and positive work habits for program participants while providing weed and brush abatement services for the City of San Diego. 3. DRUG AND ALCOHOL -FREE FACILITY Contractor shall maintain a drug and alcohol -free facility, and shall not condone the use, possession, or distribution of drugs or alcohol. All participants will be randomly tested for drug and alcohol use during their participation in the program. 4. SCOPE OF WORK Alpha Project has experienced personnel who have successfully and competently provided weed and brush abatement services in Alpha Project's work programs. Depending on the scope of the contract, Alpha Project can provide all materials, transportation, insurance, and equipment needed to perform the scope of work. For fire safety projects, weeds will be cut to a height of no more than two (2) inched. Weed cutting, trash and debris (except concrete and brick) will be removed and hauled to a legal dumping facility, or provided bins. Adjacent properties will be free of like debris. Specifics of services will be outlined and provided as directed by City of San Diego. 5. FIRMS EXPERIENCE Since 1986, Alpha Project has provided maintenance, trash disposal, weed and brush abatement, graffiti removal, and home rehabilitation throughout the County of San Diego. Every council district in the City of San Diego allocates funds to Alpha Project to provide directed assistance to low-income neighborhoods and households. Additionally, several other departments in the City of San Diego also contract services with Alpha Project to provide weed and brush abatement and general maintenance services on a regional basis. Alpha Project also provides maintenance services for special events that occur throughout the city. Since the devastating firestorms that claimed thousands of homes in San Diego this past October, Alpha Project has been involved in providing recovery assistance to low-income, uninsured and under -insured homeowners. Our crews are deployed in the hardest -hit communities of Harbison Canyon, Crest, Julian, Tierrasanta, Scripps Ranch, and throughout the North and East County working to provide assistance with demolition and clearance. As those neighborhoods begin to rebuild, Alpha Project will remain closely partnered with those in need, providing material assistance, donations of gifts in -kind, and low-cost support through our Construction Department. Our clients include: k' City of San Diego Fire and Life Safety Services Gary Tillinghast (619) 533-4461 "( City of San Diego Environmental Services Bob Tillaro / Joan Tunbridge (858)492-6012 / (858) 492-6012 ' City of San Diego Mt. Hope Cemetery Rob Snyder / Paulette Crawford (619) 527-3400 / (619) 527-3401 '( Hillcrest Association Warren Simon (619)299-3330 ( City of San Diego Open Space Division / Parks Planning Josh Woods (619) 525-8607 City of San Diego — Every Council District Scott Peters — (619) 236-6611, Michael Zucchet — (619) 236-6622, Toni Atkins — (619) 236-6633, Charles Lewis — (619) 236-6644, Brian Maienschein — (619) 236- 8855, Donna Frye — (619) 236-6636, Jim Madaffer — (619) 236-6677, Ralph Inzunza — (619) 236-6688 6. FEE FOR SERVICES Alpha Project will provide a crew of 3 (three) workers and 1(one) supervisor, one day per week, at a flat rate of $39,642.56 starting September 4, 2005 until June 30, 2006. Dumpsters will be provided to Alpha Project by the City of National City at no cost. Alpha Project provided services that achieve community revitalization and mitigation of homeless impacts, through outreach to homeless persons, referral for assistance with housing and employment, and cleanup of trash and debris resulting from homeless camps." 7. REQUESTING SERVICE/SCHEDULING WORK Work requests will be provided by the City of National City via email of fax to Attn: Karen Pucci, KarenPucci@alphaproiect.org or fax: (619) 542-0264. Alpha Project will schedule the work to be done on Monday, or Friday for special events. However, the day of the week may be adjusted as needed. If any questions should arise please contact Karen Pucci, Community Projects Manager at (619) 247-9777 or (619) 542-1877. 8. MONITORING WORK PERFORMED Alpha Project currently uses a worksheet designed for logging work completed that includes the date, time, location and type of work performed. Areas that routinely need attention will be patrolled regularly between scheduled work requests. City of National City Office of the City Clerk 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, CA 91950-4397 Michael R. Della, CMC - City Clerk (619) 336-4228 Fax: (619) 336-4229 Date: October 27, 2005 To: Public Works From: Michael Dalia, City Clerk Subject: Resolution No. 2005-195 On September 6, 2005, Resolution No. 2005-195 was passed and adopted by the City Council authorizing the Mayor to execute an agreement with the Alpha Project. Enclosed you will find a certified copy of the above Resolution and one fully executed original contract. File No. C2004-37 ® Recycled Paper