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Strategic Plan — FY 2000 -FY 2004 City of San Leandro Page 3 of 35 support services. To help those who are at risk of losing their residence, the City proposes to fund the Rental Assistance Program which provides move -in costs and delinquent rent guaranties. In addition, the City proposes to continue funding the Continuum of Care Program which develops funding resources for homeless providers on behalf of San Leandro and other participating jurisdictions. Community Development Needs - Neighborhood Revitalization Over the next five year period, the City proposes to focus efforts on neighborhood revitalization strategies that will be aimed primarily at two existing and two newly adopted Redevelopment Project Areas. In addition, efforts will also be coordinated with the Oakland /San Leandro Joint Revitalization Plan adopted in September 1997. This collaborative program between the Cities of Oakland and San Leandro targets a variety of efforts including Oakland Gateway improvements, employment, commercial revitalization, and neighborhood appearance. Redevelopment, CDBG and other grant fund opportunities will be leveraged to enhance these revitalization opportunities. The Five -Year Strategic Plan proposes a number of revitalization programs including the Commercial Design Assistance and Facade Renovation Programs, Neighborhood Shopping Center Revitalization Program and continued funding for Oakland /San Leandro Joint Revitalization projects. Community Development Needs - Public Service Support The City supports a wide variety of non -profit agencies which provide needed services in the community. In the Five -Year Plan, the City proposes to continue providing operational and capital improvement project grants to non - profit agencies providing service to San Leandro residents. During the next five years, the types of assistance provided are likely to include support for literacy programs, women, children and families in crisis, shelter programs, health services and fair housing services. The City will continue to commit 10 - 15% of its annual CDBG allocation toward public services. • Community Development Needs - Public Facilities and Improvements The City has historically utilized CDBG funds for capital improvement projects initiated by the City and local non - profit agencies. CDBG funds have been used for building and infrastructure improvements in eligible areas, accessibility upgrade to parks, and facility improvements to non - profit agencies serving the community. •