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PROGRAM EVALUATION <br />Housing Rehabilitation <br />The 2006 -2014 Housing Element proposed a menu of housing rehabilitation <br />programs to improve the conditions of housing. As mentioned earlier, the City <br />achieved all its objectives within three years. In addition, the City successfully <br />competed for over $17 million in three neighborhood stabilization grants. This <br />infusion of federal funding allowed the City to rehabilitate more than 150 housing <br />units, including substantial acquisition and rehabilitation projects. <br />Neighborhood Programs <br />The 2006 -2014 Housing Element also proposed a menu of neighborhood <br />programs to help revitalize and stabilize residential neighborhoods in the City. <br />From 2007 through 2012, more than $72 million dollars have been expended to <br />repave, slurry seal, and reconstruct local streets. The City continues to empower <br />neighborhoods through the Communication Linkage Forum and Community <br />Development Resource Network. A significant accomplishment was the <br />implementation of healthy community efforts, including initiatives led by the <br />California Endowment. <br />Code Enforcement <br />The City continues to implement a multifaceted code enforcement program. The <br />Proactive Rental Enforcement Team and Residential Response Team are the <br />primary programs. The Special Projects Team was merged into existing programs <br />due to funding cutbacks. The City continues to implement its successful vehicle <br />abatement program. These efforts continue to address property maintenance, <br />substandard housing conditions, and other conditions affecting health, safety, and <br />welfare. In 2014/2015, the City anticipates restoring staffing levels to this program. <br />Historic Preservation <br />City staff continues to work with residents and established neighborhoods to <br />maintain their unique character, architectural integrity, and aesthetic qualities. <br />By applying its citywide design guidelines, Mills Act contracts, adding properties <br />to the historic district registry, or working with the Santa Ana Historical <br />Preservation Society, the City continues to preserve its heritage. <br />This home is the 2007 winner of <br />the Outstanding Historic <br />Preservation Award. Used as dance <br />studio, this home was later restored <br />with intricate Queen Anne details. <br />JA& <br />CITY OF SANTA ANA GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT D -3 <br />