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185 <br />to Staff. In addition, the CoC’s strategy reflects the participation of all 34 cities in Orange <br />County as well as individuals who are homeless or previously homeless, schools, and a <br />host of other organizations and stakeholders. <br />5. If applicable to a planned HOME TBRA activity, a description of the preference for <br />persons with special needs or disabilities. (See 24 CFR 92.209(c)(2)(i) and CFR <br />91.220(l)(2)(vii)). <br />N/A <br />6. If applicable to a planned HOME TBRA activity, a description of how the preference for <br />a specific category of individuals with disabilities (e.g. persons with HIV/AIDS or chronic <br />mental illness) will narrow the gap in benefits and the preference is needed to narrow the <br />gap in benefits and services received by such persons. (See 24 CFR 92.209(c)(2)(ii) and <br />91.220(l)(2)(vii)). <br />N/A <br />7. If applicable, a description of any preference or limitation for rental housing projects. <br />(See 24 CFR 92.253(d)(3) and CFR 91.220(l)(2)(vii)). Note: Preferences cannot be <br />administered in a manner that limits the opportunities of persons on any basis prohibited <br />by the laws listed under 24 CFR 5.105(a). <br />N/A <br />Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Reference 91.220(l)(4) 1 <br />Include written standards for providing ESG assistance (may include as attachment) <br />ESG funds will be used for eligible activities under five program components: street <br />outreach, emergency shelter, homelessness prevention, rapid re-housing assistance, and <br />Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) costs, as well as allowable <br />administrative costs and activities. ESG applications go through an open and transparent <br />proposal process. The Community Development Agency is responsible for ensuring that <br />the ESG program is implemented in accordance with all Federal rules and regulations. <br />2. If the Continuum of Care has established centralized or coordinated assessment system <br />that meets HUD requirements, describe that centralized or coordinated assessment <br />system. <br />Orange County, in collaboration with the CoC and other ESG entitlement jurisdictions <br />including the City of Santa Ana will utilize assessment and evaluation instruments <br />developed in consultation with the HIMIS lead agency and previously funded HPRP <br />grantees. The County ensures ongoing coordination of program design and eligibly <br />standards. The City will provide funding for the administration of the HMIS data entry <br />system. <br />EXHIBIT 1