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Section Eight Management Assessment Program High Performer Certification <br /> October 7, 2025 <br /> Page 3 <br /> FSS participants sign a 5-Year Contract of Participation, work toward goals for self- <br /> sufficiency and employment, and strive to graduate by completing their contract goals <br /> and maintaining self-sufficiency without assistance for a year. Over the last five (5) years, <br /> 45 families have successfully graduated from the FSS program. As the family's income <br /> increases, a portion of that increase is deposited into an interest-bearing escrow account <br /> that they receive (with the accumulated interest) upon graduation. Most recently, a <br /> graduation ceremony was held at the WORK Center in September to celebrate 13 new <br /> graduates from the program. <br /> This High Performer designation underscores SAHA's leadership among public housing <br /> authorities across the country. By exceeding utilization, maintaining strict quality controls, <br /> and investing in family self-sufficiency, SAHA provides a local model of excellence. For <br /> the community, this translates into more families housed, accurate housing assistance <br /> payments for each family, higher quality units maintained, and residents moving toward <br /> economic independence. <br /> FISCAL IMPACT <br /> There is no fiscal impact associated with this item. <br /> EXHIBIT(S) <br /> 1. Housing Authority of the City of Santa Ana SEMAP Score for FYE June 2025 <br /> 2. SEMAP Certification for FYE June 2025 <br /> Submitted By: Michael L. Garcia, Executive Director, Community Development Agency <br /> Approved By: Alvaro Nunez, City Manager <br />