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support. This is an important program as it prevents more expensive programs from being needed. Chairperson Harris asked about the success rate. Ms. McCarthy replied that, due to the merger, TCHC is not yet completely familiar with the statistics of prior clients, but she shared a positive experience regarding a recent client. They intend this year to follow up with past alumni to document their present situation. Commission Wiest noted that they do not have control over where people live within the Tri-Valley. He asked how many clients are in Pleasanton. Ms. McCarthy replied that there are six in Pleasanton and four in Livermore. Mr. Wiest asked ifPleasanton landlords have been cooperative. Ms. McCarthy answered in the affirmative, noting that they have developed good relationships with some landlords which has led to flexibility. In addition, TVHSP personnel deliver monthly rent checks directly to landlords. Chairperson Harris thanked all ofthe agency representatives for their presentations. Commissioner Wiest asked about the status of HOUSE, Inc. Scott Erickson replied that HOUSE, Inc., has not yet been able to use the HOME funds that were previously allocated by the City. The purpose of those funds was to acquire another property in Pleasanton for housing for disabled adults. Unfortunately, the housing market has not been conducive to that effort. Commissioner Whisnand asked about GRID Alternatives. Scott Erickson replied that the Solar Affordable Housing program is progressing slower then they thought it would so they have funds they have not yet expended. Commissioner Stark noted that the 12% cut is significant. He is concerned about using City Lower Income Housing Funds to backfill CDBG. There is a need to look at funding strategies that result in the most benefit for the most people. He asked ifthe Housing Commission will have input on reallocation of unexpended funds and also wonders if the UHF will be part ofthe City's long-term funding strategy. Scott Erickson replied that as far as the reallocation of unexpended funds is concerned and how it is done, staff could continue to work with the agencies as needed. Staff welcomes any input the Housing Commission may have. He further noted that the UHF has been approached on a year- to-year basis. In some years, staff has recommended more, and in other years the UHF has not been tapped into at all. This year one of the main factors is the 12% cut from CDBG. Mr. Erickson noted that the City is in the process of developing a long-range plan for the UHF as reviewed by the Commission at the February meeting. Chairperson Harris noted that the HSC recommended using administration funds. Steven Bocian stated that, if the City Council approved this recommendation, the funding for CDBG program administration would most likely have to come from the City's General Fund. He noted that the same issue came up six or seven years ago, at which time the Page - 5 -