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Quarterly Report for Housing Choice Voucher Program September 5, 2017 Page 3 Chart 5 depicts participants by percentage of Orange County median income. As of 2017, the County’s median income is $87,200 per year for a family of four. Approximately 78% of families on the program earn less than 30% of the median income, which is $31,300 per year for a family of four. Participants’ incomes come from a variety of sources, as illustrated in Chart 6. A total of 44% of participating families have income from employment. Participating families pay a portion of their monthly rent based upon their income and the payment standard for their unit. The Housing Authority pays the difference between the tenant’s portion and the contract rent. This payment is the Housing Assistance Payment (HAP). The average HAP for April through June was $966. Production HQS Inspections: At least once every two years, the Housing Authority must inspect each assisted-unit to ensure it meets HUD’s Housing Quality Standards (HQS) in compliance with the federal regulations. From April to June a total of 412 inspections and re-inspections of our assisted-units were performed. Chart 7 illustrates the number of inspections performed monthly during the reporting period. Recertifications / Interims: Each year, the Housing Authority must re-certify every assisted-family to verify the family is still eligible for assistance. In addition, when a participant’s income changes, an interim examination 179 123 110 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 200 April May June 7. HQS Inspections Below 30% of Median, 78% Below 50% of Median, 16% Below 80% of Median, 3% 5. Income as Percent of Median 44% 10% 66% 17% 0% 10% 20% 30% 40% 50% 60% 70% With any wages With any Welfare With any SS/SSI With any other income 6. Sources of Income