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benefits approximately I in 4 households nationally, but it is difficult to extrapolate exactly how many in Lakewood are protected from eviction Ms. Leigh discussed in detail how ESG, CDBG, and HOME funds may potentially be used for rental and other assistance such as food and utilities. Each program has its own income caps and different requirements. She spoke about potentially working with Lakewood Community Services Center to administer ESG funds for food and about working with a different non-profit to administer a rental assistance program using CDBG and/or HOME funds. At this time, communities are waiting on HUD to issue guidelines for the CDBG funds. She discussed potential obstacles for using HOME funds. For example, a visual paint inspection must be conducted and anything determined to be at-risk for lead must be abated. This requirement is currently being negotiated at the federal level between the EPA and HUD. In response to a question by Councilmember Kepple, Ms. Leigh stated that administering a new program of this size and scope would be labor intensive and that she recommends the City partner with an experienced non-profit to do so. If this were the case, the City would be able to use a portion of federal funds to pay a non-profit for program administration. Chairman Shachner concluded, stating that he is encouraged to hear the thoughtful preparations the administration has put into this. He also noted that evictions are not being pursued by courts at eh moment but that we will have to wait and see how this develops when courts resume. He concluded that for now, the city is in a"holding pattern"while it waits for more guidance from the federal government. Mayor George recognized the great needs of residents looking for economic relief and stated that her team is trying to be as proactive as possible and move swiftly. Housing, Planning, & Development Committee adjourned at 6:38 p.m. Move to adjourn at 6:38 p.m. 2