2026-04-23 Social Service Human Relations Board

The City of Alameda Social Service Human Relations Board held a meeting on April 23, 2026, focusing primarily on the fiscal year 2026-27 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding recommendations. Management analyst Andre Fairley presented the proposed allocation of approximately $1.8 million in HUD entitlement funds across public services, non-housing public improvements, economic development, residential rehabilitation, and general administration. The board discussed a slight reduction in public service funding compared to the previous year and emphasized the importance of leveraging these funds to prevent first-time homelessness. Additionally, the board reviewed ongoing and proposed social service programs, including a volunteer program for seniors developed in collaboration with UC Berkeley public health students, and discussed the need to refine the board's scope of work and annual work plan to better support housing and human services initiatives. The board also noted the release of an RFP for a residential rehabilitation program and plans to seek City Council approval for the CDBG annual action plan and funding awards in May 2026.