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PART II: ASSESSMENT OF ANNUAL PERFORMANCE During the last reporting period, the City of San Leandro continued to meet the goals set forth in the 5-Year Strategic Plan. HOME, CDBG, and Redevelopment funds have assisted in rehabilitating multi -unit apartment complexes and homes in need of repair. Successful rehabilitation efforts have resulted in an increase in affordable rental units and housing stock available in the community. The City has also continued its commitment to Fair Housing, tenant/landlord counseling, and rental assistance services to improve access to rental housing for lower income households. The MMAP sessions have provided a strong educational program to managers and owners alike. The City Council continued to support community assistance programs provided by nonprofit agencies serving San Leandro residents. Additionally, substantial CDBG funds were allocated toward nonprofit facility improvements and public improvements. The City Council also continued to support economic development programs with CDBG, Redevelopment and general funds. The Design Assistance program continued to assist new and existing businesses as a revitalization tool. The Small Business Loan program was particularly successful during the last year; four loans were funded with approximately 20-30 new jobs created. Overall, the City experienced a continued interest and commitment to housing related issues during the past year with the establishment of the Affordable Housing Task Force. The goal of the Task Force was to assess and make recommendations for housing related activities. In Fall 1996, the Task Force will be taking their recommendations out to the community in a series of neighborhood meetings. The purpose of the meetings is to share their recommendations, educate the community about affordable housing issues, and to hear any suggestions for programs. All types of housing and related services, economic development, and community services continued to be high priorities for the City Council and community at large during the past year.