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Council Member Jordan explained that it would be helpful to see allocations from the previous year to understand the current recommendations. She further stated that regarding Police Activities League, Catholic Charities, AIDS Services and Heron Court Cooperative where the amount recommended is much less than requested. She asked for an explanation. Chair Greer commented that the recommendations are close to last year's allocation and that PAL receives an allocation from the General Fund. Mayor Ruskin opened the public hearing: Cheryl Zando, of Youth and Family Assistance, commended the Council for HSFA funding and advocating with other agencies as well. She explained the funding is applied to working with homeless and runaway youth and supports the 24-hour crisis line. An increase in need has arisen with the economic downturn and 20-25% of the agency's positions are unfilled. Andy Frisch commended the City and asked for more assistance. He stated a crisis is developing in the field with an issue of homelessness among staff. In partnering with the City in the community, he stated the nonprofits are asking for consideration of the issues in their field. M/S IradHarmett to close the public hearing. The motion passed by a unanimous voice vote. Council comments included partnering toward housing for employees of nonprofit organizations and conducting a working session with HHCC prior to the budget session, possible designation of property for Single Room Occupancy for nonprofit employees. Council commended the HHCC for approaching their efforts with great discipline and ensuring that agencies receiving the funds are using the money appropriately. Tribute was extended toward those working in the nonprofit sector in dedicating their lives to working for those less advantaged. M/S Hartnett/Pierce to adopt RESOLUTION 14207 APPROVING ANNUAL ACTION PLAN OF THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN (2000-2005) AND APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL ASSISTANCE (COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP FUNDS); CERTIFYING THAT THE CITY HAS FOLLOWED ITS ADOPTED CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN; AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION AND FILING OF ALL DOCUMENTS PERTAINING THERETO (FISCAL YEAR 2001-2002); The motion passed by a unanimous roll call vote with Vice Mayor Claire abstaining on Item 28 on page 11Ai)8 pertaining to Canada College. MINUTE ORDER 01-60 REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING APRIL 23, 2001 -- MINUTES PAGE 7 MINUTES Book No. 58 Page No. 396