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Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report October 2, 2018 Page 6 Fund and CDBG Program. The Program offers zero percent, deferred payment loans of up to $80,000 for low-income households and up to $40,000 for moderate income households. Homelessness While it is recognized that there is not one complete solution to end homelessness or to break the cycle of homelessness, Santa Ana has embraced the model of permanent supportive housing as an effective means to reduce homelessness. While permanent housing is the primary goal for people who are homeless, interim housing is a necessity until the stock of housing affordable to people with extremely low incomes can accommodate the demand. Interim housing should be available to all those who do not have an immediate option for permanent housing, so that no one is forced to sleep on the streets. A significant challenge in the coming year will be working to provide all forms of housing for individuals experiencing homelessness in Santa Ana and in addressing NIMBYism (Not In My BackYard). Neighborhood resistance to new development, especially homeless shelters poses a significant barrier. Looking Forward Looking to the future, partnerships will continue to be central to the City's ability to meet community housing goals, with the potential need for new forms of partnerships as well as new funding models. With new one-time Homeless Emergency Aid Program grant funding provided by the State of California and a new revenue stream from SB 2 funding, the City looks forward to implementing new solutions to reduce homelessness in Santa Ana. While homelessness issues may be an increasing challenge, Santa Ana has emerged as a leader in Orange County. By continuing to actively participate in collaborative efforts with the County, cities and other stakeholders to increase permanent supportive housing, the City is optimistic in what lies ahead in Orange County. It is essential for the City to continue working towards creating high quality developments that integrate housing for all residents of Santa Ana to create a diverse, inclusive and sustainable city. HUD regulations require that the CAPER be available for a 15 -day public review and comment period prior to its submittal. On August 7, 2018, a public notice was published in the Orange County Register, La Opinion, and Nguoi Viet News and again on September 1, 2018 in the Orange County Register, indicating that the draft report would be available for review and public comment beginning August 22 through September 18, 2018. The draft CAPER was also available for public review on the City's website. All comments received in written form and at the above-mentioned public hearing will be included in the final document submitted to HUD. Due to the timeframe for submission, the final document may include minor revisions, pending final activity and expenditure reports. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT Approval of this item supports the City's efforts to meet Goal #4 - Fiscal Sustainability, Objective #1 (maintain a stable, efficient and transparent financial environment). The CAPER reports the City's accomplishments and expenditures during the 2017-2018 fiscal year associated with the 75A-6