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B.3 Progress Report. Include a repan on the progress the PHA has made in meeting the goals and objectives described in the previous 5 -Year Plan. A. Expand the supply of assisted housing 1. Apply for additional Section 8 Program vouchers should they become available. The QHCD continued to look for additionalf ending opportunities made available by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). 77re County of Huwui'i was awarded nine (9) units front the 2017 Mainstream Program funds from HUD. The OHCD continued to process applications from this category of non -elderly, disabled population. On December 17, 2019, the County of 1lawai'1 received notification from HUD that it was awarded len (10) FY19 HUD-VASH vouchers. The County continues to work with Veterans Affairs to develop and implement processes to lease these unit vouchers. Since 2015, the 011CD has received a total of80 new i ASH vouchers. Adopt strategics and options that maintain the maximum program size of the Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) Program The 011CD continued to maintain lease -up percentages at or above 98% of HAP budget to maintain budget levels and continued the monitoring off ording by utilizing HUD's Two -Year Tool along with the PHA software system to forecast leasing and spending outcomes. The OHCD also employed data collected from a 2019 rent study to monitor payment standards in relation to the rent burden of the participants. 3. Explore ways to expand service delivery to all housing markets The OHCD utilised approximately 77 percent of its Project Base Voucher (PBI') set asides. The 011CD estimates that in 2019-2020, based on availability offending, it may Project -Base additional vouchers set aside for homeless, veterans. provision ofsupportive services to persons with a disability or elderly. and a poverty rate of 20 percent or less. The 011CD collaborated with community agencies and service providers to maximize resources and provide available services. The 011CD will also continue to explore innovative solutions and practices to ensure an ongoing supply of affordable housing, 13 Improve the quality of assisted housing 1. Strive and obtain a "High Performer', Section Eight Management Assessment Program Score. The 011CD achieved a "Standard" (78%) raring for the certification period July 1. 2018- June 30, 2019. The 011CD implemented a SEALIP Action Plan in which the use of the agency's software Quality Control Review system is incorporated to monitor rental transactions. Staff goal setting and evaluations are ongoing. Maximize utilization of available vouchers For thef coding period Januar' 1. 2019 though December 31. 2019, the 011CD cumulatively expended 99% of its available vouchers. providing monthly housing assistance to over 2000 program participants. 3. Explore new and existing ways to fund, coordinate and link supportive services to housing. The 011CD continued to collaborate with conrmunin' partners and linked program participants to the services available and projects that promote self-sufficiency. C. Increase Housing Choices 1. Continue the Homeownership Option (HOP) Program The 011CD continued to promote the HOP to all eligible program applicants and participants. The OHCD continued w connect program participants with local Self -Help Programs and the Habitat for Humanity blousing Program otganization, 2. Develop strategies for providing training and outreach to landlonls The 011CD participated in the County's annual Fair Housing Workshops, Landlords Summits, Inter -Faith Coalition Events and other similar type of events to promote the benefits of participating with the Housing Choice Voucher program. The 011CD explored additional role of existing staff to serve as an owner/agent liaison to outreach and recruit. D. Promote Self -Sufficiency 1. Increase the number of families enrolled in the Family Self -Sufficiency (FSS). The OHCD continued its monthly informational meetings in East and 'rest Hawaii which provided eligible individuals to learn about the benefits of the FSS and HOP Programs. Enrollment activities included efforts to educate the OHCD staff to increase promotion and referrals during appointments and at orientation presentations. Identify and facilitate supportive services The 011CD continued to identify and secure commitments from additional organizations and programs addressing participants' needs and barriers to se f stciencv and increased network opportunities to collaborate on new strategies and form new partnerships. 6559skaks Page 4 of 7 form HUO-50075- SY (12/2014)