Regional Homeless Plan
Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties A Collaborative Plan to Address Homelessness
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A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Contents Contents .......................................................................... 1 Executive Summary ......................................................... 2 Mission and Vision .......................................................... 4 About Community Services Consortium ......................... 6 Goals and Strategies ....................................................... 6 APPENDIX ........................................................................ 8 Demographic and Supporting Information ..................... 9 6/4/2012
1 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Executive Summary Rural homelessness has unique issues that differentiate it from urban homelessness. We believe our counties have suffered in the extreme from the recent recession. Federal cuts and dwindling county and city resources to agencies that offer education, training, and emergency housing to impoverished community members limits organizational and community response to the homeless crisis. According to a study done by Patricia Post entitled “Hard to Reach: Rural Homelessness and Health Care”: 1) Rural homeless persons tend to be less educated but are more likely to be employed, usually in temporary or service jobs; 2) Rural homeless are less likely to receive government assistance, but are more likely to have higher average monthly incomes and more likely to receive cash assistance from friends; 3) Rural homeless experience shorter episodes of homelessness and are two to four times more likely to live with family or friends; and, 4) Rural homeless persons are as likely as other homeless persons to report having mental health, alcohol or drug problems during the past month, but six times more likely than their urban counterparts to report alcohol‐only related problems during the year. Although each of the counties has an individualized 10‐Year Plan to End Homelessness, this regional effort seeks to document both the service gaps that exist in the tri‐county region and the best practices of projects and programs as models for application elsewhere in the State. This Collaborative Plan to Address Homelessness for 2012‐2015 is the result of a task force of tri‐county citizens and organizational representatives who provide services for, or are affected by, the homeless and housing problems in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties in Oregon. This plan is the result of a six month planning process conducted from December 2011 to June 2012. Troubling Poverty Trends in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties According to the 2010 US Census, Linn and Lincoln counties family’s experience higher levels of poverty compared to the statewide statistic of 11.0%. Linn County has the highest level in the region with 13.6% of the families living below the poverty level. Lincoln County is close with 11.6% of families below the poverty level. Benton County, however, has the lowest rate at 9.4%. Children are also greatly impacted by the recent poverty trends. Around 39% of all children in Oregon live in low‐income families who cannot meet their basic needs for food, housing, and shelter. According to Patricia Post’s report, some economists estimate that persistent childhood poverty costs our country about $500 billion a year by way of lost productivity, school drop‐outs, crime, and the growing numbers enrolled in nutrition and public assistance programs. 6/4/2012
2 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties According to Jeffery Bartash of MarketWatch.com, even those traditionally living above the poverty level saw their earning power decline, with 2011 median income falling 2.9% from 2009, the second sharpest decline on record. Some estimates are that more than 55 million people in the United States will need assistance to meet their basic needs in the coming years. Mr. Bartash believes that although economic news is improving at the federal level, and statistics demonstrate a slowly improving recession, small business, the back bone of the US economy, was able to add 97,000 jobs, barely offsetting Public Sector layoffs in 2011. The State of Oregon is 13th in the nation in economic recovery. And, as we know, economic upheavals have a disproportionately negative impact on lower income families as they enter the unemployment lines, see a reduction in work hours and wages, and rising interest rates on credit debt, all of which have the greatest impact on those who can afford it the least. BENTON COUNTY Benton County encompasses 679 square miles and is the third smallest of Oregon’s 36 counties. Based on the 2010 US Census data and information from the Center for Population Research at Portland State University, Benton County’s July 1, 2010, population estimate was 85,735. 1 According to the US Department of Commerce Bureau of Economic Analysis using 2010 data, per capita personal income (PCPI) in Benton County was $37,922, approximately 3.95% higher than the statewide average of $36,427 .2 Benton County’s economy is based on education, high‐tech industries and services, agriculture, health care, and, to a limited extent, lumber and wood products manufacturing. In September 2009, the Benton County civilian labor force numbered 41,167 and the seasonally adjusted unemployment rate in June, still among the lowest in the state at 6.5%, has begun to slowly decrease this year. Recent poverty data from the 2010 US Census notes that Benton County has an overall poverty rate of 9.4% while the under 18 population has a rate of 15.3% LINN COUNTY Linn County encompasses 2,297 square miles and consists largely of small rural communities. Its July 1, 2010 population estimate was 117,340 with an estimated annual per capita personal income (PCPI) of $29,451 in 2010 which is nearly 20% lower than the statewide average for the same year. This gives Linn County a state ranking of 27 out of Oregon’s 36 counties. Linn County has an estimated 17,140 individuals or 15.6 percent of the population living in poverty, with an estimated 24% percent of youth under age 18 living in poverty (US Census Bureau 2008‐2010 ACS). 1
Portland State University Population and Research Center: July 1, 2011 release date. 2 Benton County, Oregon: Selected Economic Characteristics: 2010; Data Set: 2010 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates, Survey:
American Community Survey.
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3 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties LINCOLN COUNTY Lincoln County is located on the central Oregon coast and has an area of 992 square miles. The County’s 2010 population estimate was 45,892. In 2010, the county's per capita personal income (PCPI) was $33,485 or about 11% lower than the statewide average for the same year. The 2010 US Census estimates that 7,545 persons (16.2% of the population) in Lincoln County live in poverty, with 23.3% of youth living in poverty. By July 2011, Lincoln County’s unemployment rate was 10.2%. As with other areas of the state, many jobs are in the service sectors and many dependent on the tourist industry. Mission and Vision The stakeholder planning sessions produced several goals and action plans that strive to address homelessness issues with a regional approach using collaborations, partnerships and leveraging local resources to build better service systems. Mission Statement: “The Collaborative Plan to Address Homelessness Task Force in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties believes everyone deserves a decent, safe, and affordable place to call home. The Task Force will address housing and homelessness through the development of a plan that identifies the best practices, service gaps, stakeholders, and action steps needed to confront the issues faced by individuals experiencing homelessness and also of service providers in the tri‐county region. This plan will be a product of shared ideas and increased communication which strengthens our regional identity to minimize the impacts of homelessness on individuals and the community.” Values Statement: The core value of the Collaborative Plan to Address Homelessness Task Force in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties is: Everyone deserves a decent, safe, and affordable place to call home. This is supported through the following beliefs and practices: • This is a community, not individual, problem that requires community‐driven solutions and support. Funding from local, state, and federal sources is necessary to meet the action items outlined by the Task Force. • “Everyone” is all‐inclusive. It can include, but is not limited to: children, adults, families, seniors, people with disabilities, veterans, survivors of domestic violence, people with mental health conditions, people with addictions, and people with a criminal history. • People experiencing homelessness deserve to be treated with dignity and respect. • Solutions to homelessness are not one size fits all. Individuals experiencing homelessness need to be involved in determining the best solutions for their situation. • Stakeholders appreciate the limited availability of resources and they will collaborate to prioritize financial and in‐kind goods and services. 6/4/2012
4 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties The Regional Taskforce used a working philosophy during their planning time together: “Outcomes that focus on lasting solutions, which include empowerment and mentoring for individuals experiencing homelessness”. This Regional Task Force will concentrate on moving forward with four goals outlined in this report, and have dedicated themselves to communicating and integrating various portions of this plan into their work schedules and into the goals of the individual county plans. This plan is to be used as a resource and as a documentation of best practices, an identification of regional gaps, and as a tool for future funding opportunities. Task Force Members Name Bill Hall Cindy Pratt‐DeMarzo Affiliation Lincoln County Commissioner CSC Housing and Energy Services Cliff Springstead Linn County Homeless Veterans Claus Sass CSC Advisory Board Christine Smith Linn Benton Lincoln Education Service District Veteran’s Administration – HUD‐
VASH Program CSC Housing and Energy Services Cory Hoover Dina Eldridge Elise Jordan Julie Manning Lincoln Commission on Children and Families – VISTA Member Benton County Commissioners Office – VISTA Member Mayor of Corvallis Kari Whitacre Community Outreach, Inc. Kenny Lowe Community Outreach, Inc. Lola Jones Samaritan House Marsha Blankenship Oregon Cascade West Council of Governments – Senior and Disability Services CSC Executive Director Jessica Stallings Martha Lyon Melissa Poole Roger Nyquist ChristWalk – Lebanon Emergency Shelter – VISTA Member Linn County Commissioner Sarah Jordan Linn County Homeless Plan Facilitated By : Tifani Erpelding, CSC Community Relations and Development Department Heidi E. Henry, Banner Non‐Profits llc 6/4/2012
5 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties About Community Services Consortium Sponsoring Organization Community Services Consortium (CSC) is the State designated Community Action Agency (ORS190) serving Linn, Benton and Lincoln counties, Oregon. CSC develops, manages, and provides services and support to individuals and families who lack sufficient financial resources to meet their basic needs or to provide the kind of quality life they desire. The organization was established in July of 1980. Most services are funded through federal and state funding but are supplemented through customer donations, private grants, and fundraising efforts. In the fall of 2011 CSC supported the effort to build a regional homeless plan that targeted services gaps and determined best practice models for the tri‐counties of Linn, Benton and Lincoln Counties. It is through the generosity of CSC that this collaborative effort to build a tri‐county plan was accomplished. This report is designed to comply and support future funding opportunities that the Task Force targets to pay for projects and programs that surface out of this plan. Goals and Strategies The goals and strategies below are defined as follows: •
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Blue text denotes strategies that are service gaps; nowhere in the three counties is this strategy being implemented. Following numbers identify priority. Green text denotes strategies that are best practices; a strategy that is a potential model program that can be implemented elsewhere. Following numbers identify priority. Goals #1 Prevent Homelessness #2 Provide coordinated outreach Strategies A. By July 1, 2013 we will have developed a treatment option to address the alcohol and drug detox gap. (1) B. In three years we will have expanded available shelter space for all priority populations (families with kids, single adults, and youth) of homeless in each county. (4) C. Provide intensive mental health services D. Develop and deliver a public education campaign about homelessness A. By January 1, 2013 an exploratory committee, coordinated by CSC, will be formed including governmental and non‐
governmental agencies to develop a strategy to create and sustain Adult Services Teams in each county. (1) B. By July 1, 2012 a facilitating entity will be designated to execute and continue collaboration between agencies. (2) C. Annual Homeless Summit 6/4/2012
6 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties #3 Develop Housing A. Conduct Workforce Housing Needs Assessment opportunities B. By July 1, 2015 we will have increased the number of affordable housing units in all three counties. (3) C. Rent assistance #4 Improve Service A. By January 1, 2013 needed services will be identified for the delivery purpose of creating a regional resource hub. (3) B. There are some medical respite Services C. By July 1, 2013 we will have doubled the number of trained advocates available to help homeless and at risk individuals and families into housing. (2) D. Provide institutional transitions from jail, parole/probation E. Develop creative solutions to funding challenges 6/4/2012
7 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties APPENDIX •
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Poverty Income Employment Wages Housing Health Care, Mental Health, and Chemical Dependency Youth Domestic Violence Transportation Ex offenders Shelter Counts December 2012 February 2012 April 2012 May 2012 6/4/2012
8 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties ACTION PLANS GOAL: Create and sustain Adult Services Team STRATEGY: By January 1, 2013 an exploratory committee will be formed including governmental and non‐governmental agencies to develop a strategy to create and sustain Adult Services Teams in each county. Timeframe: Quarterly meetings for next 10 ACTION 1: years Continuance of Regional 10‐Year Plan meetings to support current adult services Budget: $0 teams (ASTs) in Linn and Benton counties and support the creation of AST in Lincoln County. Responsible Party: 10‐Year Plan Task Force/Implementation work crew Collaborators: CSC, local and county governments, LBHA, FISH of Albany, COI, Albany Partnership, Albany Helping Hands, Employment Department, HUD VASH, LBL‐
ESD Progress Measure: ACTION 2: Timeframe: By end of 2012 Identify coordinator to convene, circulate information, and support group with grant writing and funding. Budget: TBA .5 FTE position Responsible Party: Collaborators: Progress Measure: Report back to Regional Committee ACTION 3: Timeframe: Governance and structure for AST groups Budget: Responsible Party: Collaborators: Progress Measure: Report back to Regional Committee 6/4/2012
9 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties GOAL: Culture of collaboration between public agencies, non‐profit organizations, and the faith community. STRATEGY: By July 1, 2012 a facilitating entity will be designated to execute and continue collaboration between agencies Timeframe: By 2012 ACTION 1: CSC will be designated to execute and continue collaboration between agencies. Budget: $0 Responsible Party: CSC Collaborators: All agencies with a vested interest Progress Measure: Report at annual summits ACTION 2: Timeframe: By end of 2012 Identify coordinator to convene, circulate information, and support group with grant writing and funding. Budget: TBA .5 FTE position Responsible Party: Collaborators: Progress Measure: Report back to Regional Committee ACTION 3: Timeframe: Governance and structure for Regional Planning Task Force. Budget: Responsible Party: Task Force Members with support from Coordinator Collaborators: Progress Measure: Report back to Regional Committee 6/4/2012
10 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties GOAL: Alcohol and Drug Treatment – includes detox services STRATEGY: By July 1, 2013 we will have developed a treatment option to address the alcohol and drug detox gap. Timeframe: By July 1, 2012 ACTION 1: Engage existing detox task force Budget: $0 Responsible Party: Mayor Julie Manning and Kristan Osbourne Collaborators: County 10‐Year Plan Group and Regional Task Force Progress Measure: ACTION 2: Timeframe: By September 1, 2012 Determine the unmet need Budget: $0 Responsible Party: Task Force Collaborators: County government, law enforcement, court system, alcohol and drug treatment, counselors, hospitals, etc. Progress Measure: ACTION 3: Timeframe: By December 1, 2012 Develop budget Budget: TBD Responsible Party: Task Force Collaborators: Existing detox providers Progress Measure: ACTION 4: Timeframe: By January 1, 2013 Create MOU with detox provider Budget: TBD Responsible Party: Task Force Collaborators: Progress Measure: 6/4/2012
11 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties GOAL: Affordable housing and/or land options STRATEGY: By July 1, 2015 we will have increased the number of affordable housing units in all three counties. Timeframe: By July15, 2012 ACTION 1: Identify Task Force or organization Budget: $0 Responsible Party: Mayor Julie Manning Collaborators: local government, Habitat for Humanity, Willamette Neighborhood Housing Services (WNHS), CSC, Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS), LBHA, Lincoln County HA, Lincoln County Land Trust, Albany Partnership, realtors, land developers, planners, banks Progress Measure: ACTION 2: Timeframe: By September 1, 2012 Look at another model to identify best practices and to define the term “affordable” Budget: money for travel Responsible Party: Task Force Collaborators: Organizations/communities sharing models Progress Measure: ACTION 3: Timeframe: By January 15, 2013 Take inventory of available affordable housing Budget: TBD Responsible Party: Task Force Collaborators: County government, developers, HA’s Progress Measure: 6/4/2012
12 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties ACTION 4: Timeframe: By January 15, 2013 Quantify the need for affordable housing units Budget: $0 Responsible Party: CSC Collaborators: CSC, HA’s, WNHS, OHCS, housing counsel Progress Measure: ACTION 5: Timeframe: March 30, 2013 Identify/prioritize target groups Budget: $0 Responsible Party: Task Force Collaborators: Same as Action Step 4 Progress Measure: GOAL: Insufficient number of case managers and/or advocates for navigating the system STRATEGY: By July 1, 2013 we will have doubled the number of trained advocates available to help homeless and at risk individuals and families into housing. ACTION 1: Timeframe: By July1, 2012 Identify and inventory current number of trained advocates and their training curriculums. Budget: $0 Collaborators: Love, Inc. in Linn and Benton Counties, Benton Homeless Coalition, Inter‐
Christian Outreach, Deb Powell, Gina Vee, Lola Jones, faith community, LBHA, CSC Responsible Parties: Julie Manning Progress Measure: Inventory completed 6/4/2012
13 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties ACTION 2: Timeframe: By November 1, 2012 Outreach and recruitment of new advocates Budget: $0 Responsible Party: Point person from County Homeless Committees (TBD) Collaborators: United Way, RSVP, faith community, homeless coalition Progress Measure: Finding all willing volunteers ACTION 3: Timeframe: By December 31, 2012 Train new volunteers Budget: TBD Responsible Party: TBD Collaborators: All groups names above Progress Measure: How many new advocates are trained and ready! ACTION 4: Timeframe: By January 15, 2013 Quantify the need for affordable housing units Budget: $0 Responsible Party: CSC Collaborators: CSC, HA’s, WNHS, OHCS, housing counsel Progress Measure: ACTION 5: Timeframe: March 30, 2013 Identify/prioritize target groups Budget: $0 Responsible Party: Task Force Collaborators: Same as Action Step 4 Progress Measure: 6/4/2012
14 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Demographic and Supporting Information Poverty According to the U.S. Census Bureau, about 10% of families in Oregon are living below poverty level with female headed households experiencing poverty at three times that rate. Linn and Lincoln counties show a higher percentage, 11.3% and 11.6% respectively, of families living below poverty level compared to the State. Poverty continues to be three times the county level for female headed households in Linn, Benton and Lincoln counties. Even though Benton County’s poverty rate is considerably lower than the surrounding area, female headed households still endure poverty on a proportionate level with Linn and Lincoln counties. Percentage of Families Living Below Poverty Line
50%
40%
30.6%
25.3%
30%
20%
39.3%
35.4%
11.3%
10%
7.6%
11.6%
10.1%
All Families
Families with Female Head of Household
0%
Linn
Benton
Lincoln
Oregon
Source: US Census Bureau 2008‐2010 American Community Survey 3‐year Estimates Poverty for children birth through 17 is disproportionate across the region. Children in Linn and Lincoln counties experience poverty at more than 4% over other children in Oregon and almost double that, at more than 8%, over children in Benton County. Almost 50% of children in Lincoln County who are with a female head of household live in poverty while Linn County is around 38% and Benton County are around 33%. Percentage of Children Under 18 Living Below Poverty Line
30%
25%
20%
15%
10%
5%
0%
24%
23.3%
19.4%
15.3%
Linn
Benton
Lincoln
Oregon
Source: US Census Bureau 2008‐2010 American Community Survey 3‐year Estimates 6/4/2012
15 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties People over the age of 65 experience lower levels of poverty in Linn and Benton counties compared to the State of Oregon, however in Lincoln County the poverty level continues to be higher than the rest of the region. Percentage of People 65+ Living Below Poverty Line
12%
10%
10%
8%
8.4%
6.9%
6%
4.5%
4%
2%
0%
Linn
Benton
Lincoln
Oregon
Source: US Census Bureau 2008‐2010 American Community Survey 3‐year Estimates Service Use Social service use varies greatly across the region. According to the Oregon Department of Education, over 60% of school children in Lincoln County are eligible for free and reduced lunches while only 37% are eligible in Benton County. Although the percentage of children eligible for free and reduced lunch in Linn County is roughly in‐between Lincoln and Benton counties, the amount of women and children participating in the WIC program is almost double that of the other two counties. Households in Benton County continue to experience lower levels of program use. Number of WIC Average # (%) of County % of Students eligible Participants Households receiving to receive Free or Food Stamps Reduced Lunches Linn 47% 7,076 (15.9%) 4,639 Benton 37.4% 3,674 (10.9%) 2,372 Lincoln 62.9% 3,486 (16.9%) 2,448 Source: Oregon Department of Education – Students Eligible for Free/Reduced Lunch, US Census Bureau 2008‐2010 American Community Survey 3‐year Estimates, and Oregon WIC Program. Income The average annual household income for the State of Oregon is $63,579. Benton County shows a slightly higher average, while Linn and Lincoln counties averages are about $10,000 less than the state average. Lincoln County has the lowest median and average incomes of the region. This corresponds to previous data about the poverty levels and service use rates in Lincoln County. 6/4/2012
16 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Household Income
$64,581
$70,000
$60,000
$50,000
$55,063
$48,030
$45,797
$63,579
$52,182
$48,446
$38,983
$40,000
Median
$30,000
Average
$20,000
$10,000
$0
Linn
Benton
Lincoln
Oregon
Source: US Census Bureau 2008‐2010 American Community Survey 3‐year Estimates Employment Unemployment levels in Linn County have been consistently higher than the other two counties in the region, peaking at 13.8% in 2009 and sometimes double the rate in Benton County. Unemployment rates are slowly decreasing as the economy improves. Unemployment Rates
16.0%
13.8%
14.0%
12.0%
10.0%
8.0%
6.0%
10.5%
7.7%
6.6%
4.7%
7.9%
13.3%
10.8%
7.3%
11.6%
9.9%
Linn
6.6%
Benton
Lincoln
4.0%
2.0%
0.0%
2008
2009
2010
2011
Source: Oregon Employment Department Average Annual (Hourly) Wages per Industry Most major industries across Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties provide annual wages lower than the state average. These include: Construction, Trade, Transportation, & Utilities, Financial Activities, Professional & Business Services, Leisure & Hospitality, and Other Services. Only one industry, Natural Resources & Mining, had consistently higher average wages than the state average. 6/4/2012
17 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Natural Resources & Mining $33,008 ($15.86) $28,286 ($13.60) $37,283 ($17.92) $26,525 ($12.75) Linn Benton Lincoln State of Oregon Construction $41,478 ($19.94) $37,906 ($18.22) $40,847 ($19.63) $47,135 ($22.66) Information Trade, Transportation, & Utilities $54,026 ($25.97) $32,345 ($15.55) $41,353 ($19.88) $79,778 ($38.35) $29,183 ($14.03) $64,394 ($30.96) $49,811 ($23.98) $23,705 ($11.40) $35,707 ($17.17) $57,411 ($27.60) $38,174 ($18.35) $63,097 ($30.34) Manufacturing Financial Activities Professional Education Leisure & Other & Business & Health Hospitality Services Services Services Linn $32,510 $29,726 $36,791 $13,473 $19,050 ($15.63) ($14.29) ($17.69) ($6.48) ($9.15) Benton $37,738 $48,206 $45,604 $14,019 $25,475 ($18.14) ($23.18) ($21.93) ($6.74) ($12.25) Lincoln $27,846 $26,563 $42,240 $16,738 $18,021 ($13.39) ($12.77) ($20.31) ($8.05) ($8.66) State of $51,768 $48,302 $42,208 $17,049 $26,790 Oregon ($24.89) ($23.22) ($20.29) ($8.20) ($12.88) Source: Oregon Employment Department – 2010 Covered Employment and Wages All Government $33,980 ($16.34) $46,970 ($22.58) $37,930 ($18.24) $44,934 ($21.60) Housing According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition at least a third of the households in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties are maintained by renters. The following table displays the hourly wage necessary to afford rent at the Fair Market Rate (FMR). This is known as the “housing wage”. However, on average, a renter’s hourly wage is well below the housing wage and most would need to work more than one full‐time job to afford the FMR. County FY 12 Housing Wage 2 Bedroom FMR Full time jobs at minimum wage ($8.80) to afford FMR % of Households that house renters Estimated Average Renter Hourly Wage Linn $13.27 $690 1.5 32% $11.29 Benton $14.88 $774 1.7 43% $10.43 Lincoln $12.67 $659 1.4 33% $8.48 Source: National Low Income Housing Coalition – Out of Reach: 2012 Rent Affordable at Average Renter Hourly Wage Full Time Jobs necessary to afford FMR at Renter Hourly Wage $587 $542 $441 1.2 1.4 1.5 6/4/2012
18 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties It is generally accepted that housing expenses should be no more than 30% of gross income. However as housing markets shift and the economy changes, significantly more Oregonians are contributing more than suggested toward housing expenses. Although statistically Benton County shows favorable income and employment data compared to the rest of the region, over half the renters (62.3%) pay more than recommended for housing. Gross Rent 30% or more of Household Income
80.0%
60.0%
62.3%
47.3%
56.8%
52.2%
40.0%
% of Households
20.0%
0.0%
Linn
Benton
Lincoln
Oregon
Source: US Census – 2008‐2010 American Community Survey 3‐Year Estimates Housing Conditions Although the majority of housing in the region contains adequate plumbing and kitchen facilities, 2% of Benton County residents, highest in the region, are living in homes without complete kitchens. It is imperative to assess housing conditions. Individuals and/or families live without adequate plumbing or kitchen facilities, but may not be considered homeless. County Lack Complete Plumbing Facilities Lack Complete Kitchen Facilities Linn .4% 1% Benton .3% 2.0% Lincoln .2% .7% Oregon .7% 1.5% Source: US Census – 2008‐2010 American Community Survey 3‐Year Estimates Cost of Living The cost of living, which includes housing, in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties is often higher than local prevailing wages. The charts below, provided by the Economic Policy Institute, show a basic family budget for a one parent/one child household, a one parent/two children household, and a two parent/two children household. The ability to meet monthly obligations is greatly impacted by the industry where individuals are employed. The data provided was available for Benton County, but not for Linn and Lincoln counties specifically. They were classified as rural and therefore included with those statistics. Budget for One Parent/One Child (2007 numbers) 6/4/2012
19 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties County Housing Food Child Care 639 480 Transportation Health Care 343 230 390 247 Other Taxes Total Monthly
2,995 2,452 Total Annual 35,942 29,428 Benton 749 317 256 461 650 317 233 136 Rural (Linn & Lincoln) A family in Benton County, working full time, would not be able to meet monthly budget obligations if the wage earner was employed in the following industries: Natural Resources & Mining, Trade, Transportation, & Utilities, Leisure & Hospitality, and Other. However a family in the rural part of the region would be impacted if employed in: Financial, Professional & Business, Trade, Transportation & Utilities, Leisure & Hospitality, and Other. Budget for One Parent/Two Children (2007 numbers) County Housing Food Child Transportation Health Other Taxes Total Total Care Care Monthly Annual Benton 749 465 982 343 288 292 463 3,581 42,974 Rural 650 465 754 390 302 268 ‐163 2,666 31,997 (Linn & Lincoln) In the second scenario family size increases through additional children, but the number of wage earners stays consistent with the first scenario. A family in Benton County, working full time, would not be able to meet monthly budget obligations if the wage earner was employed in the following industries: Natural Resources & Mining, Construction, Trade, Transportation, & Utilities, Leisure & Hospitality, and Other. Additionally, a family in the rural part of the region would be impacted if employed in: Financial, Professional & Business, Trade, Transportation & Utilities, Leisure & Hospitality, and Other. Budget for Two Parents/Two Children (2007 numbers) County Housing Food Child Transportation Health Other Taxes Total Total Care Care Monthly Annual Benton 749 643 982 468 385 335 433 3,996 47,948 650 643 754 524 418 311 98 3,399 40,786 Rural (Linn & Lincoln) In the third scenario family size increases through an additional parent which also provides increased income. A family in Benton County, with two wage earners working full time, would not be able to meet monthly budget obligations if they were both employed in the following industries: Leisure & Hospitality. In the rural part of the region, a family would be impacted if both earners were employed in: Leisure & Hospitality, and Other. Health Care, Mental Health and Chemical Dependency Below are the individual statistics that demonstrate the number of health care providers in Benton, Lincoln and Linn Counties. The following tables include counts for chronic conditions in the region, 6/4/2012
20 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties consumers who used mental health services, and the 2009‐10 counts for homeless adults reported with substance abuse problems. Health Care, Dental, and Mental Health Providers Area of Practice Linn Benton Lincoln Physician 156 273 77 Dentist 45 43 26 Psychiatrist 4 22 5 Psychologist 12 57 5 Counselor/Therapists 15 71 127 Source: Oregon Office of Rural Health – 2011 Service Area Report Oregon Board of Psychologists – www.oregon.gov/obpe/index.shtml Oregon Board of Licensed Professional Counselors and Therapists‐ www.oregon.gov/oblpct/index.shtml Chronic Health Conditions Condition Linn Benton Lincoln Arthritis 29.5% 27.9% 27.9% Asthma 10.5% 9.4% 11.2% Diabetes 7.9% 6.3% 8.9% High Blood Pressure 27.7% 22.9% 36.2% Overweight Adults 38.4% 35.4% 37.2% Obese Adults 29.6% 20.8% 26.2% Adult Smokers 21.0% 10.8% 26.9% Source: Oregon BRFSS County Combined Dataset 2006‐2009 Health Insurance Population Uninsured Linn Benton Lincoln Adults 22% 17% 25% Children 13.2% 5.1% 9.6% Source: County Health Rankings 2012 – www.countyhealthrankings.org/oregon Children First for Oregon, Status of Oregon’s Children 2011 – www.cffo.org Mental Health Population Adult Mental Health Consumers/2009‐2010 Adult Mental Health Consumers – Homeless/ 2009‐2010 Homeless Adults with Substance Abuse/2009‐2010 Source: Oregon PATHY FFY 2011 Application – Pages 66‐68 Linn 2,437 132 41 Benton 896 33 35 Lincoln 1,080 49 12 6/4/2012
21 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Substance Use Population Homeless Adults with Substance Abuse/2009‐2010 Source: Oregon PATHY FFY 2011 Application – Pages 66‐68 Linn 41 Benton 35 Lincoln 12 Youth Homeless Student Counts County # of Homeless Students Linn 922 Benton 484 Lincoln 325 Source: Oregon Department of Education – School District Homeless Student Counts 2008‐09 Out of Home Placements According to Northwest Benchmarks 2010 Study, 9.7 % of homeless youth 18 and under per 1000 have experienced an out‐of‐home placement including foster care. Out of Home Placements Total youth Out of Home 2010 population Placement Benton 21,142 2,179 Linn 23,171 2,388 Lincoln 8,910 918 Juvenile Arrests Youth leaving juvenile detention centers or involved in crimes have been linked to problems in youth homelessness. Below is a table of juvenile arrests per county in 2008. Juvenile Arrests in 2008 Benton 79 Linn 180 Lincoln 181 Linn, Benton and Lincoln County Parole Records High School drop‐out rates High School Drop Out Compiled from District records Rates 2008 – amounts are approximate Benton 1.4% Linn 4.4% Lincoln 4.3% School District Records for each County 6/4/2012
22 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Births to Teen Mothers According to the Oregon Permanency Round Table, 2010, nearly half of youth on the street and a third of youth in shelters report having been pregnant in the past. In fact, the pregnancy rate for homeless youth aged 15‐19 is over 10 times higher than the rate of at‐home youth. Births to teen Mothers 10‐17 years of age, 2010 Benton 30 Linn 120 Lincoln 42 Domestic Violence More than 1 of every 8 Oregon women 18 to 64 years of age is estimated to have been victims of physical abuse (physical assault, sexual coercion, or injury) by an intimate partner during 1998. 3 of 4 female victims experienced multiple acts of physical abuse. On average each year, women experienced 248,300 violent victimizations at the hands of an intimate partner, compared to 24,800 incidents committed against men (U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Justice Statistics, 2007. • 92% of all homeless women experience some form of assault or sexual assault, according to The Center for Women and Families 2011 report. • Also according to The Center for Woman and Families.97% of the partners of abused women in Oregon are male. Abusive partners represent all social and economic groups. Abusive partners are 2.7 times more likely to have histories of alcohol use problems than non‐abusive partners, and 7 times more likely to have histories of drug use problems, and, • 22% of women physically abused during the past 10 years in Oregon obtained restraining orders against their partners. However, restraining orders were violated for 62% of these women. Three‐
fourths of those women reporting restraining order violations reported multiple violations. Transportation Oregon is a largely rural state. This lack of density poses problems for the provision of public transit, whether through fixed route or demand response service. People living in the rural areas and who lack cars and access to public transportation are at a strong disadvantage. With no access to these transit resources, they may be limited to relying on friends, family, or associates for travel. This reliance may severely limit the flexibility of travel and limit those individuals’ independence. When transit is not available, older adults and people with disabilities, in particular, experience more restrictions on their ability to travel and must rely more heavily on informal networks or formal supportive services to meet their needs. Rural public transit also plays a vital role for agricultural workers. The lack of transit options in rural areas, therefore, leaves many rural citizens at a tremendous economic as well as social disadvantage. Today, there is a model program being developed and implemented for a rural, regional transportation system that will bring additional public bus services to the counties of Lincoln, Benton and other coastal counties. The hope is that the model program, rolling out in 2012, will add many additional, affordable options for people in poverty and homeless populations to access health care and job opportunities. David Evans and Associates, 2012 6/4/2012
23 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Ex‐offenders According to the Pew Center for the States report in 2010, Oregon has over 14,000 inmates in the state prison system. Below are last year’s numbers of releases into the tri‐counties. According to a report entitled “Homelessness and Prison Re‐entry”, from the National Alliance to End Homelessness, people discharged from State prisons are susceptible to becoming homeless. • More that 10% of those coming in and out of prisons and jails are homeless in the months before incarceration. For those with mental illness, the rates are 20%. • 49% of homeless adults have reportedly spent five or more days in a city or county jail over their lifetimes, and 128% have been incarcerated in a state of federal prison. Release into Counties 2011‐2012 Benton 134 Linn 628 Lincoln 187 Seniors U.S. Dept of Housing and Urban Development claims in 2009, over 250,000 people age 55 and over are in transitional housing, shelters, or homeless. Statistics from Oregon’s 10 Year Plan to End Homelessness, November 2011, the number of homeless people 55 and older is about 20.74% of the homeless population as a whole – about 17,309 adults in Oregon. Counts for various counties are unreliable and vague at best, but what we know is that homeless elders face challenges that are very different from those experienced by younger adults or families. For seniors, the ravages of homelessness can accelerate and magnify the effects of aging, including: • increased physical frailty • chronic disease • impaired mental function • loneliness and isolation 6/4/2012
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A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Meeting Notes Meeting Notes 10-YEAR REGIONAL PLAN TO END HOMELESSNESS TASK FORCE
Monday, December 12, 2011 Gather at 2:15 Adjourn at 4:00 PM
1165 NW Monroe Avenue – First United Methodist Church – Corvallis
In attendance: Commissioner Bill Hall, Commissioner Roger Nyquist, Dina Eldridge, Cindy PrattDeMarzo, Karolle Hughes, Kari Whitacre, Sarah Jordan, Kenny Lowe, Cliff Springstead, Jessica
Stallings, Claus Sass, Christine Smith, and Elise Jordan. Facilitators: Heidi Henry and Tifani Erpelding
Next Meeting: Monday, February 13, 2012 Gather at 2:15 PM and Adjourn at 4:00 PM
CSC-Corvallis: 545 SW 2nd Street, Suite A, Corvallis, OR
Homework by Next Meeting:
Facilitators (Tifani and Heidi):
□
□
□
Distribute meeting notes by January 4, 2012
Arrange location and time for next meeting
Contact additional member suggestions about participation (see Section VIII of notes)
All Task Force members:
□
□
□
Read 10-Year Homeless Plans for Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties (Section 4 in notebook)
Bring at least two gaps you identify in the plans
Bring at least two best practices you identify in the plans
Commissioner Hall, Christine Smith, Elise Jordan and Tifani Erpelding: □ Finish values and mission statements (only for group who volunteered)
Christine Smith:
□
Contact law enforcement about possible participation
Meeting Objectives:
• To plan structure and participation level of the Regional Team
• To add more names to the Team, if needed
• To confirm outcomes of the Region Plan
I.
Welcome and Introductions
The group introduced themselves and played a Family Feud style game about the
possible reasons people may experience homelessness. Please see Attachment D for
the list of possible reasons.
II.
Task Force Member Job Description Confirmation
A few members still need to sign their job description. Tifani will be in contact with
people individually to get them signed.
III.
Setting Group Norms (Meeting Norms)
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28 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Please see Attachment A.
IV.
V.
Communication Agreements
Included as part of Group Norms (Meeting Norms)
Purpose of the Task Force
The Regional Task Force will be responsible for developing and maintaining a 10-Year plan
to address the issues of housing and homelessness from a regional perspective – focused on
Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties. The Task Force will complete a comprehensive
document that concentrates on identifying problems, naming specific and attainable strategies
and goals, creating timelines, and pursuing resources for meeting these established strategies
and goals. They will be responsible for implementing the plan, tracking progress, and
updating the plan on a regular basis. Approaching issues from a Regional perspective may
also allow the group to leverage and maximize limited funding resources by showing best
practices and collaboration.
Final Objectives for the Team:
• A published plan that identifies issues of housing and homelessness from a Regional
perspective
• Outline for best practices for local, successful projects
• Look at gaps and potential projects that may be managed from a Regional level
VI.
VII.
VIII.
Confirmation of Mission and Values
Heidi distributed questions to consider when developing a mission statement and
some examples of values statements for local organizations. The group brainstormed
components to be included in a formal mission and values statement. Bill Hall,
Christine Smith, Elise Jordan and Tifani Erpelding volunteered to develop
possibilities incorporating the values generated at the meeting. They will bring
copies to the next meeting. Please see Attachment B for details.
Task Force Structure
Please see Attachment A for Task Force Structure. Please see Attachment C for
SWOC Analysis.
Task Force Recruitment Plan
The group brainstormed additional team members for the Task Force.
Additional Members
• Veteran Services – Cory Hoover with VASH
• Senior and Disability Services – Scott Bond – Tifani will contact him about
the Task Force.
• Law Enforcement – Christine Smith is researching and contacting
possibilities.
• Faith Community – Love, Inc., Don Taylor (Lincoln County), Lola Jones – It
was suggested maybe she could provide information from multiple
perspectives. Tifani will contact Lola.
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•
Higher Education – Kenny Lowe will get Tifani information for a contact at
OSU
DHS – Team members suggested Tanarae Greenman
Tifani discussed the matrix (Section 2 in notebook) outlining the common goals and action
steps identified in the 10-Year Plans from Linn, Benton, and Lincoln counties. She suggested
that this matrix could serve as a starting point for the Team to analyze best practices and
possible regional projects.
IX.
Future Meeting Times and Assignments
The Team decided that Monday afternoons work best and the next meeting is
tentatively scheduled for Monday, February 6 gathering at 2:15 and ending at 4:00.
Heidi and Tifani will see if a room in Corvallis, that has teleconference resources, is
available for use at that time. If a room is not available, another date will be selected.
It was requested that we make every attempt to have meetings in locations that allow
teleconference.
Parking Lot
See Attachment E
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30 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Meeting Notes 10-YEAR REGIONAL PLAN TO END HOMELESSNESS TASK FORCE
Monday, February 13, 2012 Gather at 2:15 Adjourn at 4:00 PM
CSC Corvallis – 545 SW 2nd Street, Suite A
In attendance: Commissioner Bill Hall, Mayor Julie Manning, Dina Eldridge, Cindy Pratt-DeMarzo,
Kenny Lowe, Cory Hoover, Claus Sass, Lola Jones, Christine Smith, Martha Lyon, and Elise Jordan.
Facilitators: Heidi Henry and Tifani Erpelding
Next Meeting: Still waiting to confirm date and time!
Homework by Next Meeting:
Facilitators (Tifani and Heidi):
□
□
Distribute meeting notes by March 7, 2012
Arrange location and time for next meeting
All Task Force members:
□
□
Complete Survey Monkey about priorities for Regional Homelessness Plan
Evaluate the use of the word “end” in connection to the Regional Plan. Review suggestions and
be prepared to vote for a final Mission and Values Statement.
Meeting Objectives:
• To confirm Mission and Values
• To surface regional best practices and service gaps
• To prioritize strategies for regional approach
I.
II.
III.
Welcome and Introductions
The group did a round of introductions. Three new members were in attendance,
Mayor Julie Manning, Cory Hoover, and Lola Jones.
Updates/Homework/Insights
Group members gave brief updates.
Confirmation of Mission and Values
The group reviewed the Mission and Values Statements proposed by the subcommittee. There was discussion about the use of the word ‘end’ in connection to the
regional plan. It was suggested to change the language from “The 10-Year Regional
Plan to End Homelessness Task Force” to “The Regional Homelessness Planning
Task Force” or “The Regional Homelessness Task Force”. The group will make a
final recommendation at the next meeting.
Members agreed on the Values Statement.
IV.
Document and Prioritize Best Practices and Service Gaps
Please see attachments D, E, F, and G.
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31 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties V.
VI.
Future Meeting Times and Assignments
The group identified that April 2, 2012 from 2:30-4 in Corvallis would be a
possibility for the next meeting. Tifani Erpelding and Martha Lyon will work
together to arrange a meeting space at CSC-Corvallis.
Next Steps and Homework
The next meeting will focus on action planning the top priorities identified in the
survey and writing strategic statements. Please complete the survey by Friday, March
9. Contact Tifani Erpelding if you need a link to the survey.
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32 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Meeting Notes 10-YEAR REGIONAL PLAN TO END HOMELESSNESS TASK FORCE
Monday, April 9, 2012 Gather at 2:15 Adjourn at 4:00 PM
CSC Corvallis – 545 SW 2nd Street, Suite A
In attendance: Commissioner Bill Hall, Commissioner Roger Nyquist, Mayor Julie Manning, Dina
Eldridge, Cliff Springstead, Claus Sass, Melissa Poole, Marsha Blankenship, Christine Smith, Cindy
Pratt-DeMarzo, Martha Lyon, Lola Jones and Elise Jordan. Facilitators: Heidi Henry and Tifani
Erpelding
Next Meeting: Monday, May 7, 2012 Gather at 2:15 Adjourn at 4:00. CSC Corvallis – 545 SW 2nd
Street, Suite A
Homework by Next Meeting:
Facilitators (Tifani and Heidi):
□
Distribute meeting notes and draft plan by April 30, 2012
All Task Force members:
□
Continue thinking about action planning of strategic statements
Meeting Objectives:
• To confirm Mission and Values
• To finalize strategic statements
• To complete action planning process
I.
II.
Welcome and Introductions
Heidi welcomed everyone to the third meeting.
Recap of last two meetings and Homework
Heidi walked the group through a handout about the four steps in planning
strategically.
III.
Confirmation of Mission and Values Statements
The group affirmed the Mission and Values Statement.
IV.
Review Survey Results
Top Three Best Practices: 1) Create Adult Services Teams, 2) Culture of
collaboration between public agencies, non-profit organizations, and the faith
community, and 3) Wrap around services – i.e. one-stop approach to service
provision
Top Three Service Gaps: 1) Alcohol and Drug Treatment – including detox services,
2) Insufficient number of case managers and/or advocates for navigating the system,
and 3) (Tie) Affordable housing and/or land options and lack of emergency shelters to
serve all populations
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33 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties V.
VI.
Action Planning
The Task Force separated into two smaller groups (best practices and service gaps) to
create strategic statements based on the results identified through the survey. Each
smaller group then started action planning how to accomplish each strategic
statement. See Handouts H and I.
Next Steps and Homework
The next meeting is Monday, May 7, 2012 at CSC-Corvallis gathering at 2:15 and
adjourning at 4:00. The group will continue action planning the top priorities
identified in the survey and they will review the draft plan.
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34 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Meeting Notes 10-YEAR REGIONAL PLAN TO END HOMELESSNESS TASK FORCE
Monday, May 7, 2012 Gather at 2:15 Adjourn at 4:00 PM
CSC Corvallis – 545 SW 2nd Street, Suite A
In attendance: Commissioner Bill Hall (video conference), Commissioner Roger Nyquist, Mayor Julie
Manning, Dina Eldridge, Cliff Springstead, Claus Sass, Melissa Poole, Marsha Blankenship, Christine
Smith, and Lola Jones (video conference). Facilitators: Heidi Henry and Tifani Erpelding
Next Meeting: Wednesday, May 30, 2012 Gather at 10:45 Adjourn at 12:30. CSC Corvallis – 545
SW 2nd Street, Suite A
Meeting Objectives:
• To complete action plans
• To complete strategic statements
• To comment on the first draft of the report
I.
II.
Welcome and Introductions
Heidi welcomed everyone to the meeting. She reviewed the strategic planning
process.
Confirm last meeting’s action plans
Group broke into initial planning teams to finish action plans and each group reported
back to the larger Task Force. See Attachment I
III.
Complete Strategic Statements
Each group continued to finish creating strategic statements for additional items
mentioned in the survey. Again, each group reported back to the larger Task Force.
See Attachment H
IV.
Discuss any thoughts over initial draft of the planning report
The first draft of the Regional Planning Document was distributed. Heidi discussed
how the document was laid out and what information was included in each section.
Tifani presented key data points outlined in the supporting documentation.
V.
Next Steps and Homework
The next meeting is Wednesday, May 30, 2012 at CSC-Corvallis gathering at 10:45
and adjourning at 12:00. This will be the final meeting of the Task Force. The group
will review the Regional Planning Report and provide additional feedback before the
final copies are printed.
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35 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties Meeting Notes 10-YEAR REGIONAL PLAN TO END HOMELESSNESS TASK FORCE
Wednesday, May 30, 2012 Gather at 10:45 Adjourn at 12:00 PM
CSC Corvallis – 545 SW 2nd Street, Suite A
In attendance: Commissioner Roger Nyquist, Dina Eldridge, Claus Sass, Melissa Poole, Marsha
Blankenship, Christine Smith, Lola Jones, Martha Lyon, Cindy Pratt-DeMarzo and Elise Jordan (phone)
Facilitators: Heidi Henry and Tifani Erpelding
Meeting Objectives:
• To Confirm Regional Plan
• To Finalize Next Steps for Delivery
I.
II.
Welcome and Introductions
Heidi welcomed everyone to the meeting. Each member received a thank you card
and candy bar for their support and effort on this project.
Confirm the Regional Plan (draft) and add any comments
Heidi recorded suggestions and corrections mentioned by Task Force Members.
III.
Confirm Action Plans and finalize next steps for delivery.
Heidi walked Task Force Members through the action plans and recorded additional
feedback to be included in the planning document. The group discussed how it plans
to move forward. See Attachment J
IV.
How to Use the Regional Plan
Heidi also discussed how the Regional Planning Report can be used in its completion.
A list outlining different possibilities will be included with the final copy of the report
and distributed to each Task Force Member.
V.
Close
Each Task Force Member will receive a bound copy of the Regional Plan to End
Homelessness and a copy of the plan on CD. The next meeting is Monday, September
17, 2012 at 2:00 pm at CSC Corvallis.
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36 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties ATTACHMENT A
Group and Meeting Norms
Brainstormed by Team on 12/12/2011
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Try to keep the group at 14 members
No Thursdays
Monday and Wednesday afternoons are ok
One person talks at a time
Begin and end on time
Rotate sites as much as possible
Be respectful
Set agendas and goals to determine how to proceed
Packets sent out a week before meeting
Meeting reminders sent out 10 days before event
Only 1 person is allowed to get mad at a time
Task Force Structure
Determined by Team on 12/12/2011
→ Task Force to be structured informally
→ Team will try to work from consensus, but if necessary, voting will be used for decision
making
→ Team would like information placed on CSC website
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37 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties ATTACHMENT B
Value Statements
Brainstormed by Team on 12/12/2011
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Everybody deserves a decent home
Take care of kids
Take care of Veterans
Treat people with dignity and respect
Client self-determination
Effective use of limited resources
Community problem, community solution
Mentoring, self-sufficiency, hand up-not hand out, empowerment
Making a difference
Value funding
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38 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties ATTACHMENT C
SWOC Analysis – 12/12/2011
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¾
¾
¾
¾
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¾
¾
Strengths
Socially conscious
community
Multiple agencies
with many
volunteers
addressing
homelessness on
many levels
All 3 counties have
a TYP in place
Willing to work
collaboratively
Agencies work
well together to
serve homeless
Years of
experience and
wide variety of
services
Wide array of
education
Large food
bank/gleaner
network
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¾
¾
¾
¾
¾
¾
¾
¾
Weaknesses
Declining funding
Distance between
counties
Time commitment
Economy
Government
restrictions and
requirements
Changing of
population of
homelessness
since TYP
Changing focus of
funding
Lack of affordable
housing
Different agendas
¾
¾
¾
¾
¾
¾
Opportunities
Ability to educate
and engage public
Better
communication
and coordination
between service
providers
Combine forces to
increase grant
viability and
leverage of
resources
Develop and
strengthen regional
identity
Share goals/ideas
and best practices
Inspiring infectious
momentum
¾
¾
¾
¾
¾
¾
¾
Challenges
Changes in program
funding
Services not always
available in all 3
counties
Competition for
resources
Multiple factors to be
addressed
Ability to effectively
navigate resources
Determining needs of
individuals/families
Public indifference
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39 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties ATTACHMENT D
Best Practices
Brainstormed by Group Members – 2/13/2012
Key:
R=Possible application on a regional level
Bold=Level One Priority
*=Level Two Priority
Linn County – Dina Eldridge, Cory Hoover, Christine Smith, and Claus Sass
R–
R–
R–
R* -
R* R* R* -
1. Adult Services Team (Linn & Benton)
2. Homeless Connects/Resource Fair (All three)
3. Annual Homeless Summit (Linn & Benton)
4. Transitional Housing Programs
• Christwalk
• Albany Partnership
• Albany Helping Hands
• Community Outreach, Inc.
5. Increased outreach to Veterans (employment fair; VA Reps in Linn and Benton
Counties)
6. Assigning goal steps in plan to plan partners (Lincoln County)
7. Accessible dental care/health care clinics
Benton County – Cindy Pratt-DeMarzo, Kenny Lowe, and Mayor Julie Manning
R*-
*R*RR-
1. Adult Services Teams – especially in Linn County
2. 211 Information – Other organizations are still doing some of this
3. Homeless Connect Events
4. Housing First Model – Permanent Supportive Housing
5. Willing landlords
6. Wrap around services – drop-in centers, case management, mental
health/outreach workers
7. Second Chance renter rehab
8. Jackson Street Youth Shelter
9. Medical Respite
Lincoln County – Commissioner Bill Hall, Martha Lyon, Elise Jordan, Lola Jones, Tifani Erpelding
RR*R*-
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1. Project Homeless Connect – specifically stakeholders
2. Collaborations
3. HELP Center Model – Services and funding
4. Lincoln City Land Trust
5. 211
6. Adult Services Teams – Linn and Benton Counties
7. Permanent Supportive Housing
8. Voucher set aside for AST
9. Incorporation of faith community
10. Celebration – example – Lincoln County
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40 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties R-
11. Monthly update to 10-Year Plan – example-Benton County
12. Workforce Housing Needs Assessment
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41 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties ATTACHMENT E
Service Gaps
Brainstormed by Group Members – 2/13/2012
Key:
R=Possible application on a regional level
Bold=Priority
Linn County – Dina Eldridge, Cory Hoover, Christine Smith, and Claus Sass
RRRR-
1. Lack of organization and ability to report back to partners
2. Lack of measurable goals
3. Lack of coverage in areas outside major cities
4. Lack of emergency shelters to serve all populations
5. Assistance with application fees
6. Lack of resources for “hard to serve” populations
Benton County – Cindy Pratt-DeMarzo, Kenny Lowe, and Mayor Julie Manning
RRRR-
1.
2.
3.
4.
Rent assistance
More options for “affordable” housing/land
Case management/advocate/navigating the system
Alcohol and drug detox
Lincoln County – Commissioner Bill Hall, Martha Lyon, Elise Jordan, Lola Jones, Tifani Erpelding
RRR-
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Institutional transition – Jail, medical, military, etc.
Alcohol and Drug Treatment
Mental health services
Inclusive day services
Housing for homeless teens
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42 A Collaborative Plan to End Homelessness in Linn, Benton, and Lincoln Counties ATTACHMENT F
SWOC Analysis
Brainstormed by Group Members – 2/13/2012
Key:
R=Possible application on a regional level
Opportunities - Linn County – Dina Eldridge, Cory Hoover, Christine Smith, and Claus Sass
R1. Establish a public education plan to engage public interest
R2. Establish an inter-agency communication and coordination network
R - 3. Identify and seek grants that can be joint ventures between partner agencies
Challenges - Benton County – Cindy Pratt-DeMarzo, Kenny Lowe, and Mayor Julie Manning
RR-
1. Region has insufficient number of case managers, trained advocates, outreach workers
to help individuals navigate the system and access available resources.
2. Changes in funding and decreased public budgets challenge organization to be more
innovative and collaborative in identifying proposed solutions.
Strengths - Lincoln County – Commissioner Bill Hall, Martha Lyon, Elise Jordan, Lola Jones,
Tifani Erpelding
RR-
1. Fully leveraging the socially conscious community volunteers already addressing
homelessness on many levels.
2. A culture of collaboration between public agencies, non-profit organizations, and the
faith community.
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Criteria to Consider for a Regional Project
Brainstormed by Group Members – 2/13/2012
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Service/Natural Regions
Demonstrated need in all three counties?
Accessibility to program or service
Intergovernmental cooperation
Resources
Is there a champion on the project or capacity?
Is this limiting us in some way?
Programs that might happen at the expense of another program
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Strategic Statements
Created by Team on 4/9/2012
Best Practices
Group Members: Cory Hoover, Cliff Springstead, Cindy Pratt-DeMarzo, Lola Jones, Commissioner Bill
Hall, Claus Sass, Christine Smith, Commissioner Roger Nyquist, and Elise Jordan
Best Practice #1: Create Adult Services Teams
Strategic Statement #1: By January 1, 2013 an exploratory committee, coordinated by CSC, will be
formed including governmental and non-governmental agencies to develop a strategy to create and
sustain Adult Services Teams in each county.
Best Practice #2: Culture of collaboration between public agencies, non-profit organizations, and the
faith community.
Strategic Statement #2: By July 1, 2012 a facilitating entity will be designated to execute and continue
collaboration between agencies.
Best Practice #3: Wrap around services – ie one-stop approach to service provision.
Strategic Statement #3: By January 1, 2013 needed services will be identified for the purpose of creating
a regional resource hub.
Service Gaps
Group Members: Mayor Julie Manning, Melissa Poole, Dina Eldridge, Marsha Blankenship, and Martha
Lyon
Service Gap #1: Alcohol and Drug Treatment – includes detox services
Strategic Statement #1: By July 1, 2013 we will have developed a treatment option to address the
alcohol and drug detox gap.
Service Gap #2: Insufficient number of case managers and/or advocates for navigating the system
Strategic Statement #2: By July 1, 2013 we will have doubled the number of trained advocates available
to help homeless and at risk individuals and families into housing.
Service Gap #3: Affordable housing and/or land options
Strategic Statement #3: By July 1, 2015 we will have increased the number of affordable housing units
in all three counties.
Service Gap #4: Lack of emergency shelters to serve all populations
Strategic Statement #4: In three years we will have expanded available shelter space for all priority
populations (families with kids, single adults, and youth) of homeless in each county.
Service Gap #5: Provide institutional transitions from jail/parole/probation
Strategic Statement #5: By 2014, we will support and collaborate with the Adult Services Team in each
county to provide referrals to transitional shelters for individuals leaving institutions.
Service Gap #6: Develop creative solutions to funding challenges
Strategic Statement #6: We will develop a standing committee to advise on collaborative strategies for
regional funding issues by July 1, 2012.
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Last Updated: May 7, 2012
Action Planning Worksheet
GOAL: Create and sustain Adult Services Team
STRATEGY: By January 1, 2013 an exploratory committee, coordinated by CSC, will be formed
including governmental and non-governmental agencies to develop a strategy to create and sustain Adult
Services Teams in each county.
ACTION 1:
Timeframe: Quarterly meetings for next 10
years
Continuance of Regional 10-Year Plan
meetings to support current adult services
Budget: $0
teams (ASTs) in Linn and Benton counties and
support the creation of AST in Lincoln
Responsible Party: 10-Year Plan Task
County.
Force/Implementation work crew
Collaborators: CSC, local and county
governments, LBHA, FISH of Albany, COI,
Albany Partnership, Albany Helping Hands,
Employment Department, HUD VASH,
LBL-ESD
Progress Measure:
ACTION 2:
Timeframe: By end of 2012
Invite providers to come to meetings to share
information and resources.
Budget: $0
Responsible Party: Suggested a VISTA
Member
Collaborators:
Progress Measure: Report back to Regional
Committee
GOAL: Culture of collaboration between public agencies, non-profit organizations, and the faith
community.
STRATEGY: By July 1, 2012 a facilitating entity will be designated to execute and continue
collaboration between agencies
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Timeframe: By 2012
CSC will be designated to execute and
continue collaboration between agencies.
Budget: $0
Responsible Party: CSC
Collaborators: All agencies with a vested
interest
Progress Measure: Report at annual
summits
GOAL: Alcohol and Drug Treatment – includes detox services
STRATEGY: By July 1, 2013 we will have developed a treatment option to address the alcohol and
drug detox gap.
ACTION 1:
Timeframe: By July 1, 2012
Engage existing detox task force
Budget: $0
Responsible Party: Mayor Julie Manning
and Kristan Osbourne
Collaborators: County 10-Year Plan Group
and Regional Task Force
Progress Measure:
ACTION 2:
Timeframe: By September 1, 2012
Determine the unmet need
Budget: $0
Responsible Party: Task Force
Collaborators: County government, law
enforcement, court system, alcohol and drug
treatment, counselors, hospitals, etc.
Progress Measure:
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Timeframe: By December 1, 2012
Develop budget
Budget: TBD
Responsible Party: Task Force
Collaborators: Existing detox providers
Progress Measure:
ACTION 4:
Timeframe: By January 1, 2013
Create MOU with detox provider
Budget: TBD
Responsible Party: Task Force
Collaborators:
Progress Measure:
GOAL: Affordable housing and/or land options
STRATEGY: By July 1, 2015 we will have increased the number of affordable housing units in all three
counties.
ACTION 1:
Timeframe: By July15, 2012
Identify Task Force or organization
Budget: $0
Responsible Party: Mayor Julie Manning
Collaborators: local government, Habitat
for Humanity, Willamette Neighborhood
Housing Services (WNHS), CSC, Oregon
Housing and Community Services (OHCS)
Progress Measure:
ACTION 2:
Timeframe: By September 1, 2012
Look at another model to identify best
practices and to define the term “affordable”
Budget: money for travel
Responsible Party: Task Force
Collaborators: Organizations/communities
sharing models
Progress Measure:
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Timeframe: By January 15, 2013
Take inventory of available affordable
housing
Budget: TBD
Responsible Party: Task Force
Collaborators: County government,
developers, HA’s
Progress Measure:
ACTION 4:
Timeframe: By January 15, 2013
Quantify the need for affordable housing
units
Budget: $0
Responsible Party: CSC
Collaborators: CSC, HA’s, WNHS, OHCS,
housing counsel
Progress Measure:
ACTION 5:
Timeframe: March 30, 2013
Identify/prioritize target groups
Budget: $0
Responsible Party: Task Force
Collaborators: Same as Action Step 4
Progress Measure:
GOAL: Insufficient number of case managers and/or advocates for navigating the system
STRATEGY: By July 1, 2013 we will have doubled the number of trained advocates available to help
homeless and at risk individuals and families into housing.
ACTION 1:
Timeframe: By July1, 2012
Identify and inventory current number of
trained advocates and their training
curriculums.
Budget: $0
Responsible Parties and Collaborators:
Love, Inc. in Linn and Benton Counties,
Benton Homeless Coalition, Inter-Christian
Outreach, Deb Powell, Gina Vee, Lola Jones
Progress Measure: Inventory completed
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Timeframe: By November 1, 2012
Outreach and recruitment of new advocates
Budget: $0
Responsible Party: Point person from
County Homeless Committees (TBD)
Collaborators: United Way, RSVP, faith
community, homeless coalition
Progress Measure: Finding all willing
volunteers
ACTION 3:
Timeframe: By December 31, 2012
Train new volunteers
Budget: TBD
Responsible Party: TBD
Collaborators: All groups names above
Progress Measure: How many new
advocates are trained and ready!
ACTION 4:
Timeframe: By January 15, 2013
Quantify the need for affordable housing
units
Budget: $0
Responsible Party: CSC
Collaborators: CSC, HA’s, WNHS, OHCS,
housing counsel
Progress Measure:
ACTION 5:
Timeframe: March 30, 2013
Identify/prioritize target groups
Budget: $0
Responsible Party: Task Force
Collaborators: Same as Action Step 4
Progress Measure:
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Next Steps
Created by Task Force on May 30, 2012
Who: Mayor Julie Manning, Commissioner Bill Hall, Commissioner Roger Nyquist, Dina Eldridge,
Cindy DeMarzo-Pratt, and Lola Jones
What: Group will be responsible for updating/managing action plans. The first meeting the group will
discuss structure, governance, and group norms.
When: The group plans to meet quarterly. The first meeting will be September 17, 2012 at 2:00 pm.
Where: The group will convene at CSC offices for the first meeting.
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