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Commissioner Roby felt it could be a priority to tap into faith-based groups because they are a <br /> great resource, but felt this group needed some public relations assistance. He felt they <br /> needed to bridge the gap with other organizations. <br /> Commissioner Jhanwar felt the group had not closed their doors to helping those from other <br /> faiths. <br /> Commissioner Nagler discussed the possibility of opening City Council up to criticism if funding <br /> was allocated to this organization. <br /> The Commission recommended zero funding for this applicant. <br /> Eden l&R, Inc.r 2-1-1 Alameda County <br /> Commissioners recommended funding this program at$17,000.00. <br /> Tri-Valley YMCA— Sharine Community Resources with Those in Need <br /> Commissioner Rowland asked that the YMCA representatives provide information on what <br /> they would do if their request is not funded. <br /> Kelly Dulka and Kenny Altenburg advised they would have to look at other options to fund this <br /> program, and it may require making it a part-time position, which would have an impact on the <br /> program. <br /> Commissioner Hayes discussed the percentage of Pleasanton residents that would be served <br /> by the program and was advised by Ms. Dulka that most YMCA fundraising funds are used for <br /> outreach programs. YMCA believes strongly in this program and the partnerships they have <br /> established for it. <br /> Chairperson Berger discussed with Ms. Dulka funding allocated for the previous year. Ms. <br /> Dulka provided information about an adult care program that had fallen down. <br /> Commissioners recommended$13,000.00 for this program. <br /> After reviewing all of the grant requests and funding recommendations, the Commission <br /> reviewed the recommendations and discussed possible changes. <br /> Commissioner Nagler indicated he would like to allocate $5,000 to Sandra J. Wing and zero <br /> dollars to Tri-City Health Center. Chairperson Berger stated she would prefer they were <br /> reversed and would recommend $5,000 to Tri-City Health Center and zero.to Sandra J. Wing. <br /> Commissioner Nagler discussed the lack of contact from Tri-City Health Center. Mr. Erickson <br /> advised that reports are received from the agency and staff does monitor them. <br /> Commissioner Jhanwar suggested the Commission look at changing some of the other <br /> recommendations. <br /> Human Services Commission <br /> March 5,2015 <br /> Page 11 <br />