DATE: June 12, 2018
SUBJECT:
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RESOLUTION WAIVING BPC POLICY NO. 110, SECTION II.B, AND AUTHORIZING AN AGREEMENT WITH ALPHA PROJECT FOR THE HOMELESS TO PROVIDE OUTREACH AND INTERVENTION SERVICES FOR THE HOMELESS POPULATION ALONG TIDELANDS, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $1,400,000.00 FOR A PERIOD OF FIVE YEARS BEGINNING JULY 1, 2018. FY 2019 EXPENDITURES ARE BUDGETED. ALL FUNDS REQUIRED FOR FUTURE FISCAL YEARS WILL BE BUDGETED IN THE APPROPRIATE FISCAL YEAR, SUBJECT TO BOARD APPROVAL UPON ADOPTION OF EACH FISCAL YEAR’S BUDGET
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EXECUTIVE SUMMARY:
At the December 2013 Board of Port Commissioners (Board) meeting, staff was directed to enter into an agreement with Alpha Project, a non-profit organization, to provide outreach and intervention services to the homeless population along Tidelands, mainly in the San Diego area. Since this original contract, staff has been directed by the Board to enter into a series of one-year agreements to continue the Alpha Project services provided to the homeless.
In October 2017, staff entered into an amendment to the most recent agreement, to allow for seven day per week coverage of the services Alpha Project provides on Tidelands. Prior to October 2017, Alpha Project outreach services were limited to five days per week. This additional staffing from Alpha Project was in response to increased calls for service related to the homeless population, and an increase in the number of homeless people frequenting the Tidelands areas.
Alpha Project has essentially been on a year to year agreement with the Port to provide these services since 2013. This new agreement would continue these services for a period of up to five years, and provides for these services to be provided 7 days per week during the duration of this agreement.
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation
Adopt a Resolution to select and authorize a sole source agreement with Alpha Project for the Homeless to provide outreach and intervention services to the homeless population along Tidelands, in an amount not to exceed $1,400,000 for a period of up to five years from July 1, 2018 through June 30, 2023.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Funds for the first year of this expenditure are budgeted for in the FY 18/19 Harbor Police Non-Personnel Expense Budget. Funds required for future fiscal years will be budgeted for in the appropriate fiscal year and cost account subject to Board approval upon adoption of each fiscal year’s budget.
Compass Strategic Goals:
This agenda item supports the following Strategic Goal(s).
• A vibrant waterfront destination where residents and visitors converge.
• A Port with a healthy and sustainable bay and its environment.
• A Port that is a safe place to visit, work and play.
DISCUSSION:
At the December 2013 Board of Port Commissioners (Board) meeting, staff was directed to enter into an agreement with Alpha Project, a non-profit organization, to provide outreach and intervention services to the homeless population along Tidelands, mainly in the San Diego area. Since this original contract, staff has been directed by the Board to enter into a series of one-year agreements to continue the Alpha Project services provided to the homeless.
In October 2017, staff entered into an amendment to the most recent agreement, to allow for seven day per week coverage of the services Alpha Project provides on Tidelands. Prior to October 2017, Alpha Project outreach services were limited to five days per week. This additional staffing from Alpha Project was in response to increased calls for service related to the homeless population, and an increase in the number of homeless people frequenting the Tidelands areas.
During the time the Port and Alpha Project have engaged in this agreement, Alpha Project has provided the following services to the homeless population along Tidelands: housing, recovery services, access to benefits, job placement, temporary shelters, food and water, transportation services, and other resources. Alpha Project and Harbor Police work collaboratively to identify areas of the greatest need for outreach, based on available data.
Alpha Project provides comprehensive monthly reporting of the overall count/survey of homeless along Tidelands, as well as the number of people contacted and services provided. Harbor Police and Alpha Project have also partnered with mental health services to provide seamless access to long-term resources provided by Alpha Project, once a homeless person’s immediate mental health concerns have been addressed. Alpha Project has also provided resources and educational outreach for stakeholders, tenants and businesses.
Alpha Project has essentially been on a year to year agreement with the Port to provide these services since 2013. This agreement would continue these services for a period of up to five years, and provides for these services to be provided 7 days per week during the duration of this agreement.
General Counsel’s Comments:
The Office of the General Counsel has reviewed and approved the proposed agreement as to form and legality.
Environmental Review:
The proposed Board direction or action, including without limitation, authorizing an agreement for homeless outreach and intervention services, does not constitute a “project” under the definition set forth in California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378 because no direct or indirect changes to the physical environment would occur. CEQA requires that the District adequately assess the environmental impacts of projects and reasonably foreseeable activities that may result from projects prior to the approval of the same. Any project developed as a result of Board’s action or direction that requires the District or the Board’s discretionary approval resulting in a physical change to the environment will be analyzed in accordance with CEQA prior to such approval. CEQA review may result in the District, in its sole and absolute discretion, requiring implementation of mitigation measures, adopting an alternative, including without limitation, a “no project alternative” or adopting a Statement of Overriding Consideration, if required. The current Board direction in no way limits the exercise of this discretion. Therefore, no further CEQA review is required.
In addition, the proposed Board action complies with Sections 35 and 81 of the Port Act, which allow for the Board to do all acts necessary and convenient for the exercise of its powers, and use District funds for expenses of conducting the District. The Port Act was enacted by the California Legislature and is consistent with the Public Trust Doctrine. Consequently, the proposed Board action is consistent with the Public Trust Doctrine.
The proposed Board direction or action does not allow for “development,” as defined in Section 30106 of the California Coastal Act, or “new development,” pursuant to Section 1.a. of the District’s Coastal Development Permit (CDP) Regulations because they will not result in, without limitation, a physical change, change in use or increase the intensity of uses. Therefore, issuance of a Coastal Development Permit or exclusion is not required. However, development within the District requires processing under the District’s CDP Regulations. Future development, as defined in Section 30106 of the Coastal Act, will remain subject to its own independent review pursuant to the District’s certified CDP Regulations, PMP, and Chapters 3 and 8 of the Coastal Act. The Board’s direction or action in no way limits the exercise of the District’s discretion under the District’s CDP Regulations. Therefore, issuance of a CDP or exclusion is not required at this time.
Equal Opportunity Program:
Not applicable.
PREPARED BY:
Kirk Nichols
Assistant Chief of Harbor Police, HPD
Attachment(s):
Attachment A: Agreement No. 83-2018BD