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Page 3 of 4 resources optimally. They also expressed a need to improve recruitment and retention to support a racially, culturally, and linguistically diverse workforce. Recommendations The final report divides recommendations into two categories: (1) approach recommendations, which address community or organizational needs (i.e., how the work is done), and (2) actionable recommendations, which are more specific, targeted strategies to meet discrete community and organizational needs (i.e., what work is done). Approach recommendations include: • Implementing North Star questions to serve as a constant reference point for decision- making, helping to steer the direction of the work and maintain coherence across programs and initiatives • Creating more structured and formal community engagement mechanisms to carry this work forward • Anticipating systemic challenges and building responsive organizational relationships to address social determinants of health Actionable recommendations include: • Building a regional service network to support nonprofit collaboration and the alignment and coordination of services • Expanding youth services and supports as a long-term investment in reducing future human service needs • Examining funding mechanisms and processes to reduce the administrative burden and create increased and sustained funding opportunities from each of the three cities as well as from Alameda County and other funding sources • Building a pipeline for a diverse workforce that meets the needs of Tri-Valley residents • Considering multi-sector service and infrastructure solutions to provide a safety net for those experiencing multiple concurrent needs (e.g., housing, mental health, and/or substance use). There is strong commitment from Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton to collaborate and take a regional approach to meeting identified human service needs. To ensure accountability, staff will select recommendations and develop associated implementation plans to track, evaluate, and communicate progress toward agreed-upon goals. Proposed next steps: • Present the EACHSNA Final Report to Dublin, Livermore, and Pleasanton City Councils separately for acceptance • Engage core nonprofits in discussing report findings, and developing short-term, mid- term, and long-term report outcomes • Return to a joint Human Services Commission meeting to refine recommendations • Return to City Councils to seek project approvals if needed • Develop an annual Human Services reporting schedule for City Councils Page 50 of 554