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Bobby Van Vadimir (presenter) summarized the Housing First approach as a systems model that pairs immediate housing with wraparound supports and noted that the county’s existing Continuum of Care (CoC) coordinates HUD funding for unhoused services. He said the proposed county plan would not replace the CoC but would seek to “enhance it” by unifying additional stakeholders including behavioral health providers, hospitals and local health partners. Organizations named during the discussion included Emory, Grady, Caring Works and Mercy Care; staff also referenced a behavioral-health coalition that is concluding a review and that the unhoused planning effort would build on that work.

Commissioners discussed project timing and funding. Staff noted the county budgeted $250,000 in July of the previous year for a housing plan; they said it was not yet clear whether those funds would fully cover the unhoused planning effort and that additional facilitator, survey and focus-group costs might be needed. Commissioners asked whether the timeline in the resolution — a June 30, 2025 completion date — was achievable; staff and a commissioner suggested pushing the date later (October 2025 was discussed) and agreed to produce a budget ballpark and timeline for March 1 budget considerations. Staff said they expected to present a closeout from the behavioral health coalition in February and to begin a broader unhoused planning coalition in March.

Commissioners moved to defer the resolution for two weeks to allow staff to provide cost estimates, a recommended timeline and more details about partners and the role of a soon-to-be-onboarded housing director. The motion to defer passed by voice vote. Staff said they will return with additional details and supporting documentation for consideration at the next committee meeting and will coordinate with coalition partners and the county administration on funding options.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","DeKalb County - PECS Committee Meeting - Jan 28, 2025","oneSentenceSummary","PECS deferred action on resolution 2024-1273 to develop a countywide Housing First unhoused plan. Commissioners requested budget estimates, a revised timeline and coordination with the Continuum of Care and other providers; staff said they would return in two weeks.","taxTitle","DeKalb County, Georgia","taxId",3571,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6680089,"DeKalb committee approves $850,000 in HUD congressional grants for Kittredge Park renovations",234,1422005,1656640,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2159084-8ffc27e4b8beae69a192b9a953c9b0af&start=1422&end=1656","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2159084-8ffc27e4b8beae69a192b9a953c9b0af/thumbnail_1422005.jpg","/articles/6680089/DeKalb-County/Georgia/DeKalb-committee-approves-850000-in-HUD-congressional-grants-for-Kittredge-Park-renovations","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6680089-2f09dd57d31425fded389379ea7ec65d/orig.mp4?Expires=1771151574&Signature=dfVJOC-ajCZyMeSaYRuLkqHe6ezS3Q0s33psIysPvw4nezjc4d-pdAunC0JOtjaMZGNhg7iZUmaaPt0ErClMyf5okzSdMjPzxlvWOZbIs8Sbog059E8LTqecasjB8QrKZXi10LKCQQJOUu~7YJiCmIHQPk4-Oym~dfeXRh4UnMEaPKUP-EI26Ri7gUX~B0EDH3PK5-tkvdGY7YSP1C2dJxRkc7fVGtO2AV4nqRb~wHfx88siAL4SUsF~AZCVLQD-aj2yWM12g6gA-os22iy0EocJejJ-MZx5Nn9XF-2d6SgX2JjCVm4Xp7WMxBBJa4iBCcNWYZqo~8eUUOjfRHHztQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The DeKalb County Planning, Economic Development and Community Services Committee voted to accept FY2024 congressional community project grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) totaling $850,000 for Kittredge Park improvements.

Staff said the funding will pay for site engineering and preparation, paving and construction of a large pavilion at Kittredge Park as part of an updated master plan developed with the neighborhood. A related award for the park will fund engineering and rehabilitation of two baseball fields, including adding or repairing dugouts, upgrading lighting, replacing fencing and modest bleacher repairs.

Presentation materials stated HUD grants awarded in 2024 carry an expiration date in 2032 because of environmental requirements tied to the awards. Commissioners asked whether the recently announced suspension or pause of some federal grant activity could affect the awards; staff said it is still unclear but that the county will move quickly to capture funds if possible.

Commissioner Long Spears asked for support documentation; staff agreed to email additional materials. Commissioners representing the affected districts expressed local interest in advancing projects and urged swift action if federal pauses are lifted.

A motion to approve items 2025-0037 and 2025-0039 together was made, seconded and approved by a show of hands. Staff will execute the HUD grant agreements and proceed with project planning consistent with grant terms and environmental requirements.","PECS approved acceptance and execution of FY2024 congressional community project grants from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development totaling $850,000 for engineering, site preparation and field renovations at Kittredge Park; funds expire in 2032 pending environmental requirements.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6680094,"DeKalb panel approves $100 monthly increase for Little Creek Horse Farm boarding fees",369,403070,772945,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2159084-8ffc27e4b8beae69a192b9a953c9b0af&start=403&end=772","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2159084-8ffc27e4b8beae69a192b9a953c9b0af/thumbnail_403070.jpg","/articles/6680094/DeKalb-County/Georgia/DeKalb-panel-approves-100-monthly-increase-for-Little-Creek-Horse-Farm-boarding-fees","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6680094-e80fffa0306ce1bd9d2fd5e5cc63d306/orig.mp4?Expires=1771151574&Signature=h-BPDxaGjvVDfB083CjpkC43N8UtJvQ04A4QB0jxzUXpTWiI-UUI3OmB~QS2z783smKPILe8hOMQ-4R~N~iTMx3ToxFBqrSU12yC07CYLeqLwLvmjPGQgTTPp33fPzVFTiO5kuxnjahE2c9b3hCsnWdHugCF-05PReuQ8Yibt1kwH5Yg~LWYjLpinLblBYEz11egopvHAt8Cy-ERIgJktWx9~9hLkjF-a0Tx6DuBClnmuSkeLsQ~1afeTiwkXIb61oqyk5LrI44DYv2FYgF2-~~pv4oepEkNVENpQyWKGL7gABDI9L55-testU4-i3-1xZfUtTPwwQb48hdS7BMcJQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners' Planning, Economic Development and Community Services Committee voted to approve a $100 increase in the monthly boarding fee at Little Creek Horse Farm and directed staff to update the horse-boarding agreement and notify boarders.

Director Ellis and manager David Flaherty (identified in the presentation) described Little Creek as a 40-acre county equine facility with a 46-stall barn that currently houses roughly 33 horses. Staff said the farm operates at a deficit, but its mission is community access to horses through equine education, therapeutic programs and riding lessons. Programs cited included an equine-assisted therapy program run by a nonprofit called Stride Ahead, youth and adult lessons, community tours and occasional fundraisers run in partnership with a “Farm Conservancy.”

Flaherty outlined facility details — three pastures, an outdoor riding arena and a largely wooded site with floodplain — and said many existing programs maintain waiting lists. He told the committee the county has incrementally increased boarding fees over recent years, noting that the fee had not changed for a long period after the barn’s 2012 purchase before later adjustments. Commissioners asked for clarity about the effective date and slide errors on the packet: staff confirmed the increase would be effective March 1, 2025, if approved, and said they would amend the boarding agreement to reflect that effective date and notify boarders.

Commissioners asked about comparisons to nearby facilities and whether other public facilities (for example, Chastain) run under different financial models; staff said each facility operates differently and that contracted facilities may offset costs through lessons and other revenue. Committee members also discussed the role of the Farm Conservancy in fundraising and repairs.

A motion to approve item 0036 was made, seconded and approved by a show of hands. Staff said they will implement the fee increase on March 1 if the county updates and distributes the revised boarding agreement to current boarders.","The county's PECS committee approved a proposal to raise monthly boarding fees at Little Creek Horse Farm by $100, with the increase to take effect March 1 pending an updated boarding agreement and notifications to boarders.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6680098,"DeKalb committee accepts $70,000 federal rapid-response grant to aid dislocated workers",281,8880,290599,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2159084-8ffc27e4b8beae69a192b9a953c9b0af&start=8&end=290","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2159084-8ffc27e4b8beae69a192b9a953c9b0af/thumbnail_8880.jpg","/articles/6680098/DeKalb-County/Georgia/DeKalb-committee-accepts-70000-federal-rapid-response-grant-to-aid-dislocated-workers","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6680098-6577f396071c148f012c87cace591d8c/orig.mp4?Expires=1771151574&Signature=Quig17eWXPNGR5P6Uwup3CXWIempxiKKYzqxIq5uogSXFoda7ZwSePPjwoU-qYVlFntlEdd~JipSs~wL-O65r8cOS25RT1-809lwNZ7m5jlTA6HLVbHoexg4xEzXaMYeyEDEj41S2ddH16mK7RFCk~k6EoRtrYzk4R7Z6y7-cbLYNwREe8EV1bxgodnpDSLI9uAw0RpV1oVtsESLDRohmMm7hxjiHjNFUqopXx8lNFVLV2zNzpTmVtI5ukNoVOIBiLCSiVpCVa6SYQDKFRfQyo~z5kL-gj52oZPXEHxmAUirpEueFL2MtkNQ9l4osfS1hC3fX6y9p1Ct42QQMQBvjg__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The DeKalb County Board of Commissioners' Planning, Economic Development and Community Services Committee voted to accept a Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act (WIOA) rapid-response grant not to exceed $70,000 for calendar year 2025.

Director Davis, representing workforce development, told the committee the grant funds are split between two primary uses: (1) outreach and consultation with businesses to identify opportunities to avoid layoffs and (2) direct assistance and transition services for workers if a layoff occurs. Davis said the county receives WARN (Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification) notices for mass layoffs — typically 50 or more employees — and responds with services and referrals to assist affected workers.

Staff cited three recent employer events in the area tied to layoffs or moves: Advanced Pro Services, Kicklock and VMware (noted as Broadcom in the presentation), with locations referenced in the Dunwoody/premium mall area. Davis also referenced business relocations including a Walmart and a “Little Kroger,” and said workforce staff coordinate with partners such as the Chamber of Commerce and local small-business events. The grant period of availability was stated as Jan. 1 through Dec. 31, 2025.

Committee Chair Commissioner Nicole Messia called for a motion; the committee provided a first and second and approved the acceptance of the grant by a show of hands. The motion carried.

Next steps indicated by staff: execute the grant award documents and deploy funds for rapid-response services during the 2025 calendar year. No additional budgetary details or implementation timeline beyond the grant period were specified at the meeting.","DeKalb County's PECS committee voted to accept a Federal Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act rapid-response grant of up to $70,000 for calendar year 2025 to support layoff prevention and worker transition services.","actionData","errors"]

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