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April 12. 2011 10. Mark Geduldig-Yatrofsky, 2713 Sterling Point Drive, gave a brief overview of the extra money his household would pay if the tax increase takes affect. He also voiced his concern with citizen's opposition to the proposed increase. 11. Andrew Hodnett, 3604 Blaine Street, voiced his concern with what he believes is citizens lack of trust with regards to the City Council and how money is spent within the City. 12. Dave Schoher, 4520 Wake Forest Road, voiced his opposition to the proposed increase in the real estate tax rate. (c) Public hearing to consider the Annual Operating Budget that establishes or increases the rates on certain Museum fees and includes proposed rate changes to take effect upon adoption. 1. Barbara Hester, 461 Dinwiddie Street, gave an overview of the Museum and Fine Arts Commission and asked that City Council accept the recommendations provided for 2012 grant money. 2. Terry Danaher, 413 Dinwiddie Street, asked that citizens get involved in government at the Federal level and also voiced her opposition to the proposed increases in museum fees. (d) Public hearing on recommended 2012-2016 Capital Improvement Program. 1. Mark Geduldig-Yatrofsky, 2713 Sterling Point Road, asked that the sound wall for 1-164 and the maintenance of the Cavalier Manor pool be added to the Capital Improvement Program. - City Manager's Report - 11 - 149 - Adoption of an ordinance accepting a Shelter Plus Grant in the amount of $414,768 and a Supportive Housing Program Grant in the amount of $69,013 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and appropriating said funds totaling $483,781 in the FY 2010-11 Behavioral Health Services Fund. Vision Principle: Thriving Neighborhoods and a Sense of Community. Background: . On January 19, 2011 a letter was sent from HUD congratulating DBHS on being selected to receive $414,768 for the Shelter Plus Care Grant number VA0061 C3F071 003 and for $69,013 for Supportive Housing Program Grant number V A0066B3F071 003 for a total of $483,781 . . HUD awarded this grant to the City from the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Competition grant funds. Discussion: . As an integral component of the Portsmouth Continuum of Care Housing Plan the Shelter Plus Care Program has provided an opportunity for affordable, permanent and safe supportive housing choices to over one hundred and thirty homeless citizens since 1994. . The Shelter Plus Care and Supportive Housing Programs provide housing, case management, supportive groups and financial management, while encouraging stability, employment and independence for individuals and families living with HIV/AIDS and/or mental health, mental retardation, and substance abuse disabilities. . This program has contributed favorably and proved to be a positive influence in the effort to improve neighborhood quality, economic development and fiscal strength of the City. Financial impact: . There is a cash match requirement of $17,350 for the Supportive Housing Grant. The source of this match is DBHS' Mental Health Funds.