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AGENDA
HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
3:00 PM - Tuesday, March 19, 2024
Council Conference Room 720, 7th Floor, City Hall - 1055 S. Grady Way or via Zoom
Please note this regular meeting of the Human Services Advisory Committee is being offered as a
hybrid meeting and can be attended in person in the Council Conference Room 720, Renton City Hall,
7th Floor, 1055 South Grady Way, Renton, 98057 or remotely through Zoom.
1. For those wishing to attend by Zoom, please click this link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84120893060pwd=cDZwVjJrZ3hZcG85MGw5TWZqNEdZZz09
2. Call into the Zoom meeting by dialing 253-205-0468 and enter Meeting ID: 841 2089 3060
Passcode: 418258
3. Call 425-430-6616 by noon on the day of the meeting to request an invite with a link to the
meeting.
Public comment is permitted in person, via access using the above Zoom link, or may also be
submitted in writing to nchristian@rentonwa.gov before noon the day of the meeting. Those
providing audience comments will be limited to three (3) minutes each speaker unless an exception is
granted by the Committee.
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
Committee Members: Staff Members:
Joe Scovel, Chair Guy Williams, Human Services Manager
Adair Hasty, Vice Chair Lori Fleming, Human Services Coordinator
Leslie Anderson Nina Christian, Administrative Secretary 1
Gary Barquet Guest Speakers:
Ali Cohen Maryjane Van Cleave, Parks & Recreation
Administrator
Marjan Didra
Elizabeth Larson
Valentine Portolano
Margarita Villarreal
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Approval of March 19, 2024 Human Services Advisory Committee (HSAC) meeting agenda.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
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a) Approval of February 20, 2024 Human Services Advisory Committee meeting minutes.
5. AUDIENCE COMMENT
Those wishing to address the Human Services Advisory Committee will be called upon. Each
speaker is allowed three (3) minutes.
6. NEW BUSINESS
a) Direction of Human Services - Maryjane Van Cleave, Parks & Recreation Administrator
b) Human Services Community Conditions 2023 Update.
c) Human Services Application Process Updates.
d) Upcoming Events in Renton.
7. ADJOURNMENT
Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Conference Room #720 are available upon request.
For more information please email: nchristian@rentonwa.gov
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February 20, 2024 Human Services Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
MINUTES - Draft
HUMAN SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE
3:00 PM - Tuesday, February 20, 2024
Council Conference Room 720, 7th Floor, City Hall - 1055 S. Grady Way or via Zoom
CALL TO ORDER
The Human Services Advisory Committee (HSAC) meeting was called to order at 3:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Committee Members Present:
Adair Hasty, Vice Chair
Leslie Anderson
Gary Barquet
Ali Cohen
Marjan Didra
Elizabeth Larson
Valentine Portolano
Margarita Villarreal
Committee Members Absent:
Joe Scovel, Chair
Staff Members Present:
Guy Williams, Human Services Manager
Lori Fleming, Human Services Coordinator
Nina Christian, Administrative Secretary 1
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Vice Chair Hasty, seconded by Member Larson.
MOTION CARRIED.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Approval of January 16, 2024 Human Services Advisory Committee meeting minutes.
Moved by Member Anderson, seconded by Member Larson.
MOTION CARRIED.
NEW BUSINESS
Guy Williams, Human Services Manager asked HSAC members about their summer availability
to review the 2025-2026 Human Services Grant Applications. All present committee members
confirmed they were available this summer.
AGENDA ITEM #4. a)
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February 20, 2024 Human Services Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
Lori Fleming, Human Services Coordinator reviewed the 2025-2026 Renton Human Services
Funding Application Process and Info Sheet. She discussed the upcoming application
workshops at Redmond City Hall and Kent City Hall. She also mentioned that Renton will be
holding 3 application assistance sessions in person and on Zoom.
Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 10:00am - Noon
Tuesday, March 26, 2024 from 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Wednesday, April 3, 2024 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm
Lori Fleming reviewed the 2023 Human Services Contract Quarterly Report Summary.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 3:57 p.m.
The next Human Services Advisory Committee meeting is scheduled for Tuesday,
March 19, 2024 at 3:00 p.m. via Zoom or in person.
Hearing assistance devices for use in the Council Conference Room #720 are available upon request.
For more information please email: nchristian@rentonwa.gov
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System Integration Is The Direction for Human Services
Police
(Navigator Program)
Additional Coordinating Depts.
(Parks & Recreation, Public Works,
CED/Muni Court)
Human Services Division
(Community Development Block Grants,
Housing Repair Program, 64 HS Contracts)
Government
Funding
Sources
HB 1590
Human Services
Funding
Opioid Settlement Funds
Renton Fire Authority
(FD Cares)
Health Commons
Systems
Engineers
REACH
Service
Providers
Project Be Free
Agape (Outreach)
RSU (Safety Agent Program)
Peer WA/Renton
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Human Services Community Conditions 2023 Update
The City of Renton has seen changing demographics in recent decades that necessitate a though�ul, strategic and equitable
approach to improve outcomes and services for all Renton residents. In 2023, the City commissioned a data report that provides a
side-by-side data comparison with the most current demographic informa�on that match analy�cs with the same data sets collected
and presented in the City of Renton Community Needs Assessment for Human Services and Housing document completed in June
2014.
The purpose of the City of Renton, Baseline Community Condi�ons 2023 Update report is to understand the growth, changes, and
opportuni�es. Key findings include:
• The City’s popula�on grew 13% in the last ten years.
• The City’s racial composi�on is majority BIPOC (Black, Indigenous and People of Color) at 57%.
• While median household incomes have increased 30% (2011 to 2021), they have not matched the housing market, where the
income required to purchase a home increased 180% (2013 to 2023).
• In addi�on, rental costs have increased at a faster rate than other King County ci�es other than Kent.
• While King County's popula�on grew 15% (2011 to 2021), people experiencing homelessness grew by 51% (2012 to 2022). In
par�cular, the unsheltered popula�on grew by over 200%.
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City of Renton Parks and Recreation Dept.
Human Services Division
1055 South Grady Way
Renton, WA 98057
Lori Fleming, Human Services Coordinator
425-430–6655 or LFleming@rentonwa.gov
Nina Christian, Human Services Admin. Secretary
425-430-6616 or NChristian@rentonwa.gov
2025-2026 RENTON HUMAN SERVICES FUNDING APPLICATION PROCESS
APPROXIMATE FUNDING AVAILABLE
The City of Renton anticipates having between $812,000 – $1 million available in annual General Fund
human services agency funding for 2025-2026. The City of Renton allocated $812,000 in annual agency
funding in 2023-2024. No Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds are available.
APPLICATION ASSISTANCE
Share1App.org is the online portal for the Human Services Funding Collaborative and where all
information about the application, required forms, video tutorials, sample application questions and
reporting can be located.
City of Renton staff is available to help with questions related to the City’s process and/or answer
questions you may have about the content of the application. Please direct requests to Lori Fleming at
LFleming@rentonwa.gov or 425-430-6655.
Renton human services staff will also be available the following dates/times for drop-in sessions for
application assistance. In-person sessions will be held at Renton City Hall, 1055 South Grady Way,
Renton, WA 98057, 1st Floor Training Room 109. The virtual Zoom links are located on the Renton
Human Services website at: Human Services - City of Renton (rentonwa.gov) or by e-mailing Nina
Christian at NChristian@rentonwa.gov.
• Thursday, March 21, 2024 from 10:00am - Noon, In-person and virtual
• Tuesday, March 26, 2024 from 1:00pm – 3:00pm, In-person and virtual
• Wednesday, April 3, 2024 from 2:00pm – 4:00pm, In-person and virtual
APPLICATION REVIEW PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed by the City of Renton Human Services Advisory Committee, an 11 -
member volunteer Committee appointed by the Mayor. Committee recommendations will be
approved by the Renton City Council as part of the overall City budget process in fall 2024.
The award amount for individual programs may differ from the amount requested in the application.
City of Renton staff will notify agencies of final funding allocations following City Council approval,
which is expected by early December 2024. The start date for the fiscal and program year is January
1, 2025.
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RENTON’S FUNDING PRIORITIES:
• Basic Needs
Includes food, clothing, housing stability services (such as rent and/or utility assistance),
legal services, and meal programs.
• Connector Services
Includes information and referral, transportation , advocacy, case management, cultural
navigators, and other services that connect residents to services.
• Domestic Violence/Sexual Assault Services
All services related to sexual assault and domestic violence, including legal assistance and
shelter.
• Economic Opportunity/Self Sufficiency
Includes job training; programs that help those with barriers to employment or other forms
of economic opportunity that can improve, prevent, or reduce needs for social service and
housing supports; youth programs; mentoring; and after school programs.
• Health and Wellness
Includes physical, mental, and dental health services, counseling, therapy, day health
programs, and chore services.
• Homeless Services/Housing
Includes shelters, homeless outreach, transitional housing, and emergency housing.
RENTON’S FUNDING CRITERIA:
The City of Renton recognizes the need to support programs that provide a broad array of human
services to our community. Programs that demonstrate strong performance serving Renton
residents, with a location in Renton will be viewed most favorably.
To be considered for Renton funding, agencies must:
1) Address one of the Renton human services funding priorities above.
2) Submit a complete application, including all attachments ; No late or incomplete applications
will be accepted or reviewed.
3) Request a minimum of $15,000 per program.
4) Meet minimum insurance requirements if awarded funds.
5) Execute a contract with the City and be able to accept reimbursement for funds.
6) Regularly track and submit required reports regarding services, demographics, and outcomes.
Please refer to the minimum requirements chart in Share1App.org for detailed information on
what Renton requires to be considered for and/or to receive funding.
DEADLINE:
All applications are due no later than Monday, April 8, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. and must be submitted
online through the Share1App portal.
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Free Museum Days – First Wednesday and third Saturday monthly, Renton
History Museum (235 Mill Ave. S), 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.
March 21 – 2024 State of the City, Renton IKEA Performing Arts Center (400 S
2nd St.), 6 p.m. Free admission. RSVP online.
March 22 – Paint ‘n Pour: Mocktails, Renton Community Center (1715 Maple
Valley Hwy), 6:30-9:30 p.m. Registration required.
March 23 – Festival of Color, Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park (1201 Lake
Washington Blvd N), 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Free admission, registration required.
April 14 – Dragon Dash 5k/10k Fun Run and Walk, Renton Community Center, 9
a.m. Registration required.
AGENDA ITEM #6. d)
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