Irvine Valley College: The “Access and Persistence through Basic Need Pilot Program” would allow students who are experiencing housing, food, or transportation insecurities to receive the support and resources that they need to thrive in school. This project was selected by both Sen. Feinstein and Sen. Padilla and included in the Senate’s LHHS proposed budget.
The City of Hayward’s community project request would fund and support the Hayward Evaluation and Response Teams (HEART) Program, which seeks to reduce the need for officers to intervene in calls for service involving people experiencing mental illness, substance-use disorders, and homelessness. This project was selected by Sen. Feinstein, Sen. Padilla, and Rep. Swalwell, and included in the House’s CJS proposed budget.
The City of Hayward’s community project request of $1,930,000 would rehabilitate the existing facilities at a former assisted living facility, St. Regis, into a holistic campus of behavioral health treatment and crisis services, medical clinic, and supportive housing. The project was selected by Senators Dianne Feinstein and Alex Padilla and Rep. Eric Swalwell.
The City of Gustine’s “Broadband Equity and Expansion Program” request of $1,350,000 would establish public-private partnerships with internet providers to provide immediate 4G internet solutions for Gustine’s most underserved populations, and expand equitable, affordable 5G broadband access in the long-term for all residents and businesses through the installation of critical internet infrastructure throughout the City. This project was selected by both Sen. Feinstein and Rep. Costa and included in the House’s CJS proposed budget.
The City of Gustine’s “Water Tank and Booster Pump Improvements Project” request of $3,000,000 will allow the purchase of a new one-million-gallon water tank, which will replace the existing 75,000-gallon tank, significantly improving water service, particularly during the high-demand summer months. Designed to be corrosion-free, the new tank will require far less maintenance and minimize the need for routine service interruptions. This project, requested by Senator Dianne Feinstein and Senator Alex Padilla, was funded in the final budget.
The City of Gustine’s “Water Loop Line Improvements Project” request of $950,000 will enhance resource equity by creating a more reliable water distribution system and ensuring consistent water pressure throughout the city, reducing public health risks and safety concerns. This project was included in the House Interior and Environment Appropriations Subcommittee’s FY22 markup at the request of Senator Dianne Feinstein, Senator Alex Padilla, and Representative Jim Costa, and was ultimately funded in the final budget.
Legacy Health Endowment: The “Person-Centered Care Community Pilot Project” would create and pilot a long-term care program, with wraparound medical and non-medical services, to support socially isolated seniors and family caregivers. This project was selected by both Sen. Feinstein and Sen. Padilla and included in the Senate’s LHHS proposed budget.
Vallejo Police Department: The "Ghost Gun and Gun Violence Reduction Initiative" would purchase and install auditory gunshot detection equipment in Vallejo's highest-crime hotspot neighborhoods. This project was selected by Sen. Feinstein and Rep. Thompson and included in the House’s CJS proposed budget.
The Leaven Kids’ community project request would purchase two new learning centers in Concord and Corona. Funding would go toward equipment, including laptops, smart boards, and two vans. This project was selected by both Sen. Feinstein and Sen. Padilla and included in the Senate’s LHHS proposed budget.