the proposals by an evaluation committee and follow-up interviews with
Focus Strategies and Homebase, which submitted the top two
proposals, Focus Strategies was determined to be the best qualified
consultant. This resolution will approve Focus Strategies for the
provision of consulting services for the development of a Homelessness
Solutions Strategic Plan and execution of Professional Services
Agreement in the amount of $100,000 for an initial six-month period
(March 1, 2022 to August 31, 2022) with an option to extend for an
additional six-month period (September 1, 2022 to February 28, 2023),
as well as authorizing the Chief Financial Officer to appropriate
$100,000 for this purpose.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the City Manager’s Office
that the Council, by resolution: 1) approve a Professional Services
Agreement with Focus Strategies (Walnut, CA) for the development of a
Homelessness Solutions Strategic Plan in the amount of $100,000 for
an initial six-month period (March 1, 2022 to August 31, 2022) with an
option to extend for an additional six-month period (September 1, 2022
to February 28, 2023); and 2) authorize the Chief Financial Officer to
appropriate $100,000 for this purpose from Homeless Fund reserves.
Attachments:
14.2
REPORT - PARKLET PROGRAM
BACKGROUND: The Parklet Program provides a pathway for
businesses to build outdoor spaces in the public right-of-way for
business and/or public community uses. The COVID prompted
temporary Parklet Program has allowed businesses to use parking and
underutilized areas of public streets to offset indoor use restrictions
connected to local and state health orders. A permanent program would
outline installation requirements and ensure compliance with all
associated federal, state and local codes, policies, and standards, as
well as set procedures and apply existing fees associated with these
uses.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended by the Planning and
Economic Development Department that the Council, by resolution: 1)
adopt the Parklet Program Manual, outlining requirements to expand a
business’ outdoor operating space on a public street; 2) approve the