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Veterans Advisory Board

The purpose and establishment of the Veteran’s Advisory Board is to advise the Board of County Commissioners on the needs of local indigent veterans, the resources available to local

indigent veterans, and the programs that could benefit the needs of local indigent veterans and their families.

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BOARD MEETING

DATE: Wednesday, April 13, 2016 TIME: 5:30 p.m. LOCATION: Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room, Silverdale, WA __________________________________________________________________

A G E N D A

1. Call to Order – Introductions Michelle Hodges

2. Approval of Agenda* VAB

3. Approval of Minutes for March 9, 2016* VAB

4. Guest Speakers: Geoff Olsen, HMIS Coordinator, Housing Solutions Center

Kitsap Community Resources; and Rebecca Pirtle, Kitsap County Communications & Volunteer Services Coordinator.

5. Reports a. Veterans Assistance Fund (attached) b. Committee Reports (Five Minutes Each)

• The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma David Borders

• Stand Down Wayne Hammock

• Veteran Housing Robert MacFann

• Project Victory Garden Larry Cleman

• Survey Sam Powers

• Veterans Court Wayne Hammock

6. Old Business

a. Welcome Letter – Sam and Ed b. Photo of the VAB - Ed c. Military Appreciation Day on April 16, and other public venues – Stacey

7. New Business

a. Meeting with the board of commissioners on March 21; status of $300,000 – Michelle

b. Opportunities to advertise veteran events via Kitsap County TV - Stacey. c. Discuss meeting locations for June, Sept, Nov, and December – board

members.

8. Good of the Order/Announcements

9. Next meeting time and place – May 11, 2016, Iris Room, Harrison Medical Center, Silverdale, WA.

10. Adjourn

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MINUTES OF THE KITSAP COUNTY VETERAN’S ADVISORY BOARD

DRAFT 5:30 PM, Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room, Silverdale

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Michelle Hodges at 5:30 PM. ANNOUNCEMENTS / INTRODUCTIONS: Self introductions were made. APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Guest Speaker Samantha Adams, N.W. Justice Project, was added to the agenda; and Geoff Olsen, was removed from the agenda. Wayne Hammock made a motion to approve agenda with the changes and Larry Cleman seconded. Motion Passed. Presentations: Garry Hughes, KCR, Veterans Family Development Specialist, discussed the summary of direct emergency assistance for 2015. VAF expenditures for 2015 was approximately $36-38,000 less than previous years. The most likely reason is additional community resources for veterans, i.e. veterans receiving direct assistance from other resources and entities. Rent/housing continues to be the highest expense, followed by utilities, car repairs, and food. VAF expenditures jumped by $6,000 between January and February 2016 due to an increase in rent expenditures, utilities, and burial expenses. Garry added he is now keeping track of new clients who have never applied for VAF. He added it is too soon to comment on whether or not the changes to the policy manual will have an impact on expenditures this year. He has not had anyone request emergency assistance in what would be their “off” year yet, per the recent changes to the policy manual. Samantha Adams, Staff Attorney, NW Justice Project, shared additional details of the services the NW Justice Project provides to low income veterans in Kitsap County, noting legal problems are one of the top barriers for veterans in securing permanent housing, employment, health care and self-sufficiency. There was a total economic benefit of over $700,000 in Kitsap and surrounding counties (excluding Pierce and King). Cases handled by the NW Justice Project for veterans include housing (arrears and eviction notices), VA/SSA disability benefits, VA health benefits, child support reduction and/or arrears, driver’s license reinstatement, benefit/pension overpayments, custody issues, discharge upgrades, etc. Free legal aid and assistance has empowered veterans to work toward self-sufficiency and remove other barriers to housing and employment. Also, partnering with Kitsap Legal Services, a volunteer attorney program, a quarterly bankruptcy clinic began to serve the needs of veterans considering those options. APPROVAL OF February 10, 2016 minutes: Motion was made by Dr. Powers to approve the minutes and Bob Theal seconded. Motion Passed.

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Reports: Veterans Assistance Fund: Committee Reports:

o The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma: David Borders reported the planning is moving quickly along with confirmations from the USMC, IMF, and USCG. There are 8 deceased veterans; 6 are indigent. He added the next meeting is on March 24 at 1:30, WorkSource, Room 201.

o Stand Down: Wayne shared the Stand Down is July 16, and planning will resume in April.

o Veteran Housing: Nothing to report. o Project Victory Garden: Larry Cleman & Stacy James met with James

Dunwiddie/Director, Steven Starland/Park Planner, and Ric Catron/Parks Project Coordinator with Kitsap County Parks & Rec on February 24 to discuss moving forward with the PVG and address partnering opportunities on the historic Howe Farm Park. Larry will submit a plan to the board of commissioners to gain approval before additional steps are taken.

o Survey: Nothing new to report. o Veterans Court: Wayne reported Judge Dalton is the new presiding

judge. He added the Veterans Court continues to meet with great success but is in dire need of mentors. Samantha Adams added she would share the website for Veteran Treatment Courts (VTCs).

Old Business:

a. Dr. Powers discussed the “Welcome Letter” and requested feedback from the board before finalizing.

b. Ed Palm took a picture of the board! c. Michele will meet with the board of commissioners on March 21 to discuss the

prospect of requesting RFPs from community partners and organizations on how to best spend and invest the $300,000 in serving and meeting the needs of our indigent veteran community.

d. Wayne Hammock requested to talk to the board of commissioners on March 21 to discuss allocating $30,000 to the NW Justice Project for the purpose of serving veterans’ legal needs as a barrier to housing and/or self-sufficiency.

New Business:

a. The board discussed HB1213 (definition of a veteran) and how changing/expanding the definition could impact the VAF budget. The HB includes guardsmen and reservists still serving to be eligible for the VAF; and guardsmen and reservists without a DD214 to be eligible for the VAF. The board and Garry Hughes were in agreement to suspend any changes to the definition until we can see what kind of an impact the recent changes to the policy manual will yield.

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Good of the Order/Announcements: a. Stacey mentioned the opportunity to have a table at the Military

Appreciation Day event on 16 as an opportunity to inform active duty, guardsmen, reservists, and the public of the mission of the VAB and events and services provided.

The next VAB meeting is on April 13, 2016, at Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room, in Silverdale. ADJOURNMENT: Meeting Adjourned at 7:30 PM. ATTENDANCE:

MEMBERS GUESTS STAFF Present Michelle Hodges (Chair) Sam Powers (Vice Chair) Jack James Robert MacFann Larry Cleman David Borders Wayne Hammock Bob Theal Ed Palm Absent/Excused Tony Murkins James Goodman (excused)

Don Spinan, AL Post 245 Dennis Mannick, AL Post 30 Ignacio Cabezudo, VFW, District 4 Garry Hughes, KCR Sam Adams, NW Justice Project Jess Houghton, n/a

Stacey James

Veterans Assistance Fund Monthly Report March 2016

Total Applicants: 37 Total # of new applicants: 7 Applications Accepted: 35 Applications denied: 2 General Discharges: 1

Total Payout - $13,176.89

Total Payouts by Category: • Rent - $2,675• Hotel Stay - $923.50• PSE - $3,337.36• Natural Gas - $929.06• Water - $207.79• Waste Management - $200• Phone - $31.20• Medical - $581.68• Burial - $1,200• Clothing - $297.98• Bus Pass - $230• Auto Repair - $1,674.10• Gasoline - $110.01• Food (includes hygiene and cleaning supplies)- $779.21

Of those that were served out of the Assistance Fund some were given information on other KCR programs as well

KCR $ value of referrals – $10,334

KCR $ value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) - $25,766

Applications Denied: 2

• 2 individuals denied due to being over-income

Of those Veterans denied some were referred to other programs:

• 1 individual referred to VIP/Work Source• 1 individual unable to refer due to income level

Of those Veterans served out of the assistance fund all were referred to other programs and given resources outside of KCR as well:

• Pierce County VAF• Mason County VAF• WA National Guard Family Assistance Programs• HVRP• Abraham’s House• Free Tax preparation sites/resources• Northwest Justice Project• Housing Solutions Center• Salvation Army/St. Vincent De Paul/DSHS• Volunteer Chore Services/Home Help• Employment Resources/Work Source

• Food Banks/Free meal sites• WDVA/Building 9• 211 Resource Line

$ Value of referrals outside of KCR - $3,726 $ Value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) – $12,834

48 phone calls were fielded seeking information outside of assistance fund

Please note, many times I will refer an individual but never find out the outcome of that referral so this figure is not properly represented. This figure represents referrals I know the outcome of.

Total YTD applications received: 118 Total YTD applications accepted: 114 Total YTD applications denied: 4 Total YTD New Clients: 31 Total YTD General Discharges: 7 Total YTD clients served (Unduplicated Number): 87

March Application Breakdown (New applicants only):

• DAV #5 – 5 applications (1 denied due to being over-income)

• VFW 4992 – 1 application (1 denied due to being over-income)

• AL 245 – 1 application

Respectfully submitted by Garry Hughes, vet representative, KCR

Kitsap County Veterans Assistance Program Summary of direct emergency assistance during 2016

Jan-16 Feb-16 Mar-16 Apr-16 May-16 Jun-16 Jul-16 Aug-16 Sep-16 Oct-16 Nov-16 Dec-16 Total 2016Rent 4,567$ 8,350$ 2,675$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 15,592Hotel 1,230$ 300$ 924$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,454PSE 3,225$ 4,532$ 3,337$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 11,094Natural Gas 95$ 53$ 929$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,077Propane -$ 198$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 198Heating Oil -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Wood for Heat/ Pellets -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Waste Management 136$ -$ 200$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 336Water 383$ 303$ 208$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 894Sewer -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Phone 64$ 62$ 31$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 157Medical 209$ 75$ 582$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 866Dental -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Clothing 533$ 496$ 298$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,327Burial 500$ 1,735$ 1,200$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 3,435Bus Pass 100$ 175$ 230$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 505Auto Repair 531$ 927$ 1,674$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 3,132Gasoline 110$ 269$ 110$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 489Food 1,018$ 1,406$ 779$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 3,203Union Dues -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Occupation Certification -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Bus Ticket Home -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Appliances -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0TOTALS $12,701 $18,881 $13,177 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $44,759

2016 Value of Referrals $10,334 2016 Value of Referrals $3,726 Combined value of refferals YTD: $38,600to KCR Programs YTD: $ $25,766 outside of KCR YTD: $ $12,834

2016 Applications 36 45 37 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1182016 New Clients 10 14 7 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 31



2013 Applications 32 44 38 46 32 38 39 39 45 48 40 41 4822013 New Clients 16 23 15 19 14 $17 22 15 24 25 19 24 233

2012 Applications 69 62 61 34 35 36 25 43 26 41 47 35 5142012 New clients 16 23 19 17 18 14 14 18 12 18 16 14 199


2010 Applications 70 61 47 55 80 64 54 60 63 63 52 77 7462010 New Applicants 32 20 11 20 26 15 15 24 27 16 11 29 246


Account # Account Title Budget Year to Date Percent BalanceBeginning Fund Balance 150,000.00 169,648.56

3110.10 Real & Personal Property 317,000.00 20,354.01 6.4% 296,645.99 3610.11 Investment Interest 1,000.00 141.41 14.1% 858.59 3000 Other Revenue 0.00 5,469.23 0.0% (5,469.23)

Revenue total 318,000.00 25,964.65 8.2% 292,035.35

Budget total 468,000.00

5101 Regular Salaries 23,188.00 7,474.58 32.2% 15,713.42 5102 Overtime Pay 0.00 478.88 100.0% (478.88) 5201 Industrial Insurance 385.00 117.34 30.5% 267.66 5202 Social Security 1,774.00 618.90 34.9% 1,155.10 5203 PERS Retirement 2,592.00 885.74 34.2% 1,706.26 5229 Benefit Bucket 4,620.00 1,074.37 23.3% 3,545.63 5311 Office Supplies 1,000.00 60.95 6.1% 939.05 5415 Management Consulting 267,836.00 43,565.36 16.3% 224,270.64 5419 Professional Services 350.00 - 0.0% 350.00 5425 Postage 100.00 - 0.0% 100.00 5431 Mileage 500.00 174.80 35.0% 325.20 5432 Travel 200.00 129.89 64.9% 70.11 5433 Per Diem 0.00 69.00 100.0% (69.00) 5438 Non-Employee Mileage 250.00 - 0.0% 250.00 5451 Operating Rentals 1,000.00 178.80 17.9% 821.20 5499 Other Miscelleneous 7,422.00 191.13 2.6% 7,230.87 5912 I/F IS Service Charges 2,983.00 745.74 25.0% 2,237.26 5921 I/F Communication 478.00 - 0.0% 478.00 5922 I/F IS Projects 390.00 91.50 23.5% 298.50 5996 Indirect Cost Allocation 2,932.00 733.00 25.0% 2,199.00

Expense total 318,000.00 56,589.98 17.8% 261,410.02

Ending Fund Balance 150,000.00 139,023.23


2016 Veterans Relief Fund BudgetAs of March 31, 2016

Household Statistics Income StatisticsFebruary YTD February YTD

Households 33 68 Highest Monthly Income $3,247 $3,247Household Members 55 112 Average Monthly Income $951 $1,043Average Members per Household 2 2 Monthly Income, Per Capita $570 $633Average Head of Household Age 48 47

Family Composition Monthly Income Ranges

Households w/Children 6 18% 14 21% $ 0 6 18% 14 21%Households w/o Children 27 82% 54 79% $ 1 - 349 2 6% 2 3%

Single Woman 3 9% 6 9% $ 350 - 749 6 18% 10 15%Woman w/Child 2 6% 2 3% $ 750 - 999 5 15% 7 10%Single Man 15 45% 35 51% $ 1,000 - 1,499 10 30% 19 28%Man w/Child 2 6% 4 6% $ 1,500 - 2,499 3 9% 14 21%Adults, No Children 9 27% 13 19% $ 2,500+ 1 3% 2 3%Two Parent Family 2 6% 8 12%Unknown 0 0% 0 0% Primary Reasons for HomelessnessHousing Status (by Household)

Households Polled 26 79% 50 74%Literally Homeless 16 48% 30 44% Alcoholism 2 8% 2 4%Imminently Losing Housing 0 0% 1 1% Displacement 5 19% 6 12%At-Risk of Homelessness 7 21% 20 29% Domestic Violence 2 8% 2 4%Stably Housed 10 30% 17 25% Eviction 5 19% 8 16%Unknown 0 0% 0 0% Family Crisis 2 8% 4 8%

Health Problems 6 23% 8 16%Housing Status (by Individual) Illness 2 8% 3 6%

Mental Illness 4 15% 4 8%Literally Homeless 23 42% 41 37% New Arrival 0 0% 0 0%Imminently Losing Housing 0 0% 2 2% Out of Home Youth 0 0% 0 0%At-Risk of Homelessness 12 22% 34 30% Primarily Economic Reasons 3 12% 12 24%Stably Housed 20 36% 35 31% Substance Abuse 2 8% 3 6%Unknown 0 0% 0 0% Transient on the Road 0 0% 0 0%

HSC Veterans Profile - Households Requesting Referrals from the HSC

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Prior Living Situation Head of Household Demographics

Unsheltered 9 27% 18 26% GenderCouch Surfing 10 30% 14 21% Female 11 16%Emergency Shelter or Safe Haven 1 3% 2 3% Male 57 84%Substance Abuse Treatment Ctr. 0 0% 0 0% Unknown 0 0%Hospital or Medical Facility 0 0% 0 0% AgePsychiatric Facility 0 0% 0 0% < 21 0 0%Jail or Prison 0 0% 0 0% 21 - 29 9 13%Hotel or Motel 0 0% 0 0% 30 - 39 9 13%Rental 7 21% 23 34% 40 - 49 17 25%Own Home 1 3% 1 1% 50 - 59 24 35%Other 4 12% 7 10% 60+ 9 13%Unknown 1 3% 3 4%

Education LevelHead of Household Race & Ethnicity 12th Grade or Less 3 4%

High School Diploma 25 37%White 21 64% 43 63% GED 6 9%Black or African American 7 21% 14 21% Post Secondary 32 47%Asian 0 0% 1 1% Unknown 2 3%Hawaiian or Pacific Islander 0 0% 0 0%Native American 1 3% 1 1% CharacteristicsMultiple (Two or More) 0 0% 2 3% Refused Consent 0 0%Unknown 4 12% 7 10% Veteran 68 100%

Hispanic/Latino 1 3% 2 3% History of Domestic Violence 4 6%Non-Hispanic/Non-Latino 28 85% 59 87% Fleeing Domestic Violence 2 3%Unknown 4 12% 7 10%

Barriers to HousingDisabled 25 37%Mental Illness (MI) 10 15%Substance Abuse (SA) 3 4%

Disabled + MI 8 12%Disabled + SA 0 0%MI + SA 0 0%

Disabled + MI + SA 0 0%

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BOARD MEETING

DATE: Wednesday, May 11, 2016 TIME: 5:30 p.m. LOCATION: Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room, Silverdale WA __________________________________________________________________

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3. Approval of Minutes for April 13, 2016* VAB

4. Guest Speakers: Denny Sapp, Tacoma Rescue Mission; and Geoff Olsen, HMIS

Coordinator, Housing Solutions Center/Kitsap Community Resources.

5. Reports a. Veterans Assistance Fund (attached) b. Committee Reports (Five Minutes Each)

• The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma David Borders • Stand Down Wayne Hammock • Veteran Housing Robert MacFann • Project Victory Garden Larry Cleman • Survey Sam Powers • Veterans Court Wayne Hammock

6. Old Business

a. Welcome Letter – Sam and Ed b. Further discussion of the definition of Veteran and possible impact on the VAF

– Michelle

7. New Business


9. Next meeting time and place – June 8, 2016; location to be determined. 10. Adjourn

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DRAFT 5:30 PM, Wednesday, April 13, 2016


CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Michelle Hodges at 5:30 PM. ANNOUNCEMENTS / INTRODUCTIONS: Self introductions were made, including the four new members of the board: Gary Trudeau, Bill Lantz, Harry Gilger, and Travis Garrett. APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Geoff Olsen was removed from the agenda. Wayne Hammock made a motion to approve agenda with the changes and David Borders seconded. Motion Passed. APPROVAL OF March 9, 2016 minutes: Motion was made by Bob Theal to approve the minutes and Tony Murkins seconded. Motion Passed. Presentations: Rebecca Pirtle, Kitsap County Communications & Volunteer Services Coordinator, disclosed opportunities, ideas, and venues to improve VAB visibility throughout Kitsap Peninsula to reach a larger veteran audience, and to better serve county veterans. She recommended partnering with other organizations or boards; participating in community events; soliciting guest speaking opportunities; using social media; and requesting news releases for larger events. Rebecca also provided suggestions for training, focusing primarily on enhancing and augmenting the attributes of the board as a whole. Reports: Veterans Assistance Fund:

o Michelle discussed the charts depicting the VAF expenditures and comparisons for the first quarter 2016.

Committee Reports: o The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma: the event is on May 28. David Borders

reported the planning is moving quickly along – and informed the board members their assistance in setting up, cleaning up, and traffic/parking control is needed. David will also advertised the event on Kitsap County’s TV. The next planning meeting is on April 28, 1:30, WorkSource, Room 201 – and the team would be meeting weekly therafter.

o Stand Down: Wayne shared the preliminary planning meeting was on April 5 and the next will be on May 3. KAVA received a $1000 donation from a motorcycle organization with the Port Orchard VFW. The event is on July 16 at Sheridan Park Community Center in Bremerton.

o Veteran Housing: Nothing to report. o Project Victory Garden: Larry Cleman was unable to attend the VAB

meeting because he was meeting with the Howe Farm Park Stewardship to present the Veterans’ Victory Garden vision. His desire is to break ground by the end of April!

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o Survey: Nothing new to report. o Veterans Court: Wayne Hammock shared there was another graduation

on April 8. The former presiding judge, Judge Wolfe, was the guest speaker as he continues to share a genuine vested interest in the success of the program and all of the veterans participating.

Old Business:

a. The welcome letter prepared by Dr. Powers will be sent out again, and discussed in May.

b. Stacey James solicited participation and representation from the board on Military Appreciation Day, April 16. Harry Gilger and David Borders volunteered.

c. On April 12, Michele, Wayne, and Stacey met with Doug Washburn, Director of Human Services, on how to proceed in filling the gap in veteran legal services as a result of NW Justice Project’s grant expiring. A meeting with the board of commissioners is tentatively scheduled for May 9 to submit a ‘request for proposal’ for $30,000 out of the general fund for legal services to serve the needs of Kitsap veterans.

d. CBOC – Eric Williams, Representative Kilmer’s office, was in attendance but had to leave early. He informed Stacey to share with the board the CBOC redesign is due on April 15; V.A. approval due on April 21; and construction will begin mid-May. The opening date has not been made public yet.

New Business:

a. Michelle discussed the details of the meeting with the board of commissioners on March 21 addressing the request for proposal on how to invest/spend the $300,000 to reduce and/or end veterans’ homelessness in Kitsap County. The commissioners were not sure of the status of the $300,000 and would follow-up with Michelle at a future time. Additionally, Larry Cleman presented the VAB’s vision of the Victory Garden to the commissioners. It was recommended he share the details and plans with the Howe Farm Park Stewardship before proceeding.

b. Stacey shared opportunities to advertise and share veterans’ events and VAB outreach with the public by using Kitsap County TV (BKAT – Bremerton Kitsap Access Television). David will be interviewed on April 15 to talk about The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma.

c. The board discussed other venues in Kitsap to hold VAB meetings in order to reach a greater audience throughout the county: Suquamish Tribe Veterans Center or Poulsbo Fire Station (June; Stacey to confirm); DAV (September; Wayne to confirm); retreat at Retsil in November; and American Legion (December; Bob Theal to confirm).

Good of the Order/Announcements:

a. Roth Hafer, American Legion, 3rd District, recommended to the board to raise the maximum VAF annual amount from $900 to $1200, noting Kitsap still has

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$300,000 for indigent veterans. He added it would be “politically most expedient” if the commissioners announced it during Kitsap County’s Military Appreciation Day event on April 16. Michelle explained the board considered it during the VAB retreat in October 2015, however the board opted to lift caps in the hopes of reaching and providing assistance to more veterans.

b. Harry Tachell, DAV veterans service officer, Mason County, shared information regarding the ‘Governor’s Veterans Affairs Advisory Committee’ (VAAC) Town Hall on April 28 at the Shelton Memorial Hall, Shelton, 10 am – noon.

c. Stacey shared Olympic College’s Veteran & Military Appreciation Day on May 11 (11-2); Potbelly Fundraiser on April 26 (25% of proceeds will be donated to KAVA for the Stand Down); “Serving Those Who Served” conference on May 25-26 in Yakima (provided a handout with the details); and on the afternoon of June 23, the VAB is partnering with Kitsap County Aging and Long Term Care to host a presentation and round table to provide information and resources to aging veterans (open to the public).

The next VAB meeting is on May 11, 2016; location to be determined. ADJOURNMENT: Meeting Adjourned at 8:00 PM. ATTENDANCE:

MEMBERS GUESTS STAFF Present Michelle Hodges (Chair) Jack James Larry Cleman David Borders Wayne Hammock Bob Theal Tony Murkins Travis Garrett Harry Gilger Bill Lantz Gary Trudeau Absent/Excused Robert MacFann (excused) Larry Cleman (excused) Ed Palm (excused) Sam Powers (excused)

Bob Edwards, VVA, Chapter 102 Roth Hafer, American Legion Lawrence Handel Harry Tachell, DAV, service officer Rebecca Pirtle, Kitsap County, guest speaker Eric Williams, Rep. Kilmer’s office George Geyer, CVI

Stacey James

Veterans Assistance Fund Monthly Report April 2016

Total Applicants: 36 Total # of new applicants: 5 Applications Accepted: 35 Applications denied: 1 General Discharges: 1 Total Payout - $12,569.08 Total Payouts by Category:

• Rent - $2,425 • PSE - $3,502.91 • Water - $420.28 • Phone - $31.20 • Waste Management - $103.40 • Dental - $1,005.57 • Medical - $574.95 • Burial - $600 • Clothing - $300 • Bus Pass - $125 • Auto Repair - $2,063.29 • Gasoline - $123 • Food (includes hygiene and cleaning supplies)- $1,294.48

Of those that were served out of the Assistance Fund some were given information on other KCR programs as well KCR $ value of referrals – $8,348 KCR $ value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) - $34,114 Applications Denied: 1 (was a returning client)

• 1 individual denied due to being over-income Of those Veterans denied some were referred to other programs:

• 1 individual unable to refer due to income level Of those Veterans served out of the assistance fund all were referred to other programs and given resources outside of KCR as well:

• King County VAF • Snohomish County VAF • Vocational Rehabilitation • American Financial Solutions • Dental Insurance resources • Northwest Justice Project • Sexual Assault Support Groups/resources • Housing Solutions Center • Salvation Army/St. Vincent De Paul/DSHS • VHOG • Employment Resources/Work Source • Food Banks/Free meal sites • WDVA/Building 9

• Grief/Loss Support Groups/resources

$ Value of referrals outside of KCR - $3,684 $ Value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) – $16,518 44 phone calls were fielded seeking information outside of assistance fund Please note, many times I will refer an individual but never find out the outcome of that referral so this figure is not properly represented. This figure represents referrals I know the outcome of. Total YTD applications received: 154 Total YTD applications accepted: 149 Total YTD applications denied: 5 Total YTD New Clients: 36 Total YTD General Discharges: 8 Total YTD clients served (Unduplicated Number): 100 April Application Breakdown (New applicants only):

• DAV #5 – 2 applications • VFW 4992 – 2 applications

• VFW 2669 – 1 application



Jan-16 Feb-16 Mar-16 Apr-16 May-16 Jun-16 Jul-16 Aug-16 Sep-16 Oct-16 Nov-16 Dec-16 Total 2016Rent 4,567$ 8,350$ 2,675$ 2,425$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 18,017Hotel 1,230$ 300$ 924$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,454PSE 3,225$ 4,532$ 3,337$ 3,503$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 14,597Natural Gas 95$ 53$ 929$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,077Propane -$ 198$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 198Heating Oil -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Wood for Heat/ Pellets -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Waste Management 136$ -$ 200$ 103$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 439Water 383$ 303$ 208$ 420$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,314Sewer -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Phone 64$ 62$ 31$ 31$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 188Medical 209$ 75$ 582$ 575$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,441Dental -$ -$ -$ 1,006$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,006Clothing 533$ 496$ 298$ 300$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,627Burial 500$ 1,735$ 1,200$ 600$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 4,035Bus Pass 100$ 175$ 230$ 125$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 630Auto Repair 531$ 927$ 1,674$ 2,063$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 5,195Gasoline 110$ 269$ 110$ 123$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 612Food 1,018$ 1,406$ 779$ 1,294$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 4,497Union Dues -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Occupation Certification -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Bus Ticket Home -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Appliances -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0TOTALS $12,701 $18,881 $13,177 $12,568 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $57,327










Account # Account Title Budget Year to Date Percent Balance

Beginning Fund Balance 150,000.00 169,648.56

3110.10 Real & Personal Property 317,000.00 138,837.90 43.8% 178,162.10

3610.11 Investment Interest 1,000.00 187.55 18.8% 812.45

3000 Other Revenue 0.00 5,576.30 0.0% (5,576.30)

Revenue total 318,000.00 144,601.75 45.5% 173,398.25


5101 Regular Salaries 23,188.00 10,901.57 47.0% 12,286.43

5102 Overtime Pay 0.00 478.88 100.0% (478.88)

5201 Industrial Insurance 385.00 174.76 45.4% 210.24

5202 Social Security 1,774.00 884.89 49.9% 889.11

5203 PERS Retirement 2,592.00 1,268.88 49.0% 1,323.12

5229 Benefit Bucket 4,620.00 1,655.64 35.8% 2,964.36

5311 Office Supplies 1,000.00 60.95 6.1% 939.05

5415 Management Consulting 267,836.00 62,738.61 23.4% 205,097.39

5419 Professional Services 350.00 ‐ 0.0% 350.00

5425 Postage 100.00 20.58 20.6% 79.42

5431 Mileage 500.00 174.80 35.0% 325.20

5432 Travel 200.00 129.89 64.9% 70.11

5433 Per Diem 0.00 69.00 100.0% (69.00)

5438 Non‐Employee Mileage 250.00 ‐ 0.0% 250.00

5451 Operating Rentals 1,000.00 184.91 18.5% 815.09

5499 Other Miscelleneous 7,422.00 191.13 2.6% 7,230.87

5912 I/F IS Service Charges 2,983.00 994.32 33.3% 1,988.68

5921 I/F Communication 478.00 ‐ 0.0% 478.00

5922 I/F IS Projects 390.00 122.00 31.3% 268.00

5996 Indirect Cost Allocation 2,932.00 733.00 25.0% 2,199.00

Expense total 318,000.00 80,783.81 25.4% 237,216.19



2016 Veterans Relief Fund BudgetAs of April 30, 2016

Dear-, You’re home! And not a moment too soon. We the members of the Veterans Advisory Board of Kitsap County, and veterans ourselves, want to wish you a heartfelt and meaningful welcome Home! We know how hard transitioning into the civilian world can be. Trust us when we say that you are not alone. There are 36,000 of us in Kitsap County. You’ve chosen the best place in the nation to connect with your brotherhood/sisterhood and to settle in. It is a beautiful, friendly place to live for us veterans. It’s okay at this time if you want to take a break. It is well deserved. In the meantime, there are a few things you should remember:

(1) never, ever lose or destroy your DD214. (2) never, ever lose or destroy any other military records you have, whether they are financial, medical, etc. (3) you can connect with us before you decide to take on a new career or go back to school. You can connect with us through a Veteran Service Officers connected with one of the area veterans’ organizations or by attending one of our meetings. You’ll find our contact information and our meeting schedule printed below.

I recommend this revision: When you are ready, there are a few ways to get back in the game. First, contact a Veteran Service Officer. He or she can help you get physical or mental healthcare through the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA). You can find work through the local WorkSource at 1300 Sylvan Way, Bremerton (360.337.4810). You should ask for the Veterans Section. You can go back to school to retrain or to take classes to find new interests at Olympic College at 1600 Chester Avenue, Bremerton. There, you will find the Director of Veterans Services, Jerimiah Meyer (360.475.7348). No matter what you decide to do, or when, know that you are supported here in Kitsap County. There are many of us who came home and did not know where to turn. We want to ensure that this doesn’t happen to you. Reach out to us and make some friends. We too are veterans. We can share some stories and listen to yours. Signature line Chair, Veterans Advisor Board of Kitsap County Signature line Staff member, Kitsap County

Summary of 2016 Legislative Changes Definition of Veteran for the County

Veterans Assistance Funds Background:

• Each County operates a County Veterans Assistance Program, authorized in Chapter 73.08 RCW. Funds are collected through a Property Tax Levy.

• Each County establishes its own set of eligibility and program criteria, with some universal eligibility set by the Legislature.

• Prior to the new law, eligibility rules were split between: o RCW 41.04.005 o RCW 41.04.007 o RCW 73.08.005

• This meant that if the legislature modified 41.04.005 or 41.04.007 for another state program, such as retirement systems, Veterans Home eligibility, or Veterans License Plates, each County had to individually determine whether the changes impacted their County Fund program.

• In many cases, this simply didn’t happen because the news of the law change never made it to the employee running the program.

• The goal of the 2016 Legislation was to streamline all County Veterans Assistance Program eligibility in one place, Chapter 73.08 RCW.

What the 2016 Legislation does: General Eligibility: • Deletes references to RCW 41.04.005 and .007 and places all eligibility language in RCW

73.08.005. • Aligns WA State with the Federal law requiring 180 days of active duty service, as one

way eligibility can be established. • Allows an individual with a discharge for medical reasons (under honorable conditions)

OR a VA Service Connected Disability rating, to access the fund regardless of number of days served on active duty. Requires that the medical discharge be given for a condition listed as non EPTS – existing prior to service.

National Guard & Reserve Eligibility: • Allows a National Guard member or Reservist to access the fund if they have been

activated by Presidential call-up (regardless of number of days served) IF they are still serving in the National Guard or Reserve.

• Allows a National Guard member or Reservist to access the fund if they have completed their initial service obligation, even if they are not still in the Guard or Reserve.

Family Member Eligibility: • Allows the family of a servicemember killed in action to access the fund, even if the

servicemember did not complete 180 days of active duty. Expansion of Eligibility at the Discretion of the County and Veterans Advisory Board: • Retains the ability for the County Legislative Authority, in consultation with the Veterans

Advisory Board, to expand the definition of veteran to other discharges. • Provides the ability for the County Legislative Authority, in consultation with the

Veterans Advisory Board, to expand eligibility for the fund in general.

When does the 2016 Legislation go into effect?

June 9, 2016 How was the 2016 Legislation crafted?

• WDVA met with the County Veterans Assistance Program employees and representatives from the County Veterans Advisory Boards in August, 2014 and again in October, 2015.

• Attendees had the opportunity to discuss the proposed legislation and suggest changes. These changes were included in the final bill proposal and submitted through the legislative process.

Sample Eligibility Table Only County Veterans Assistance Programs establish what the eligibility is for, and what programs and services are offered in their County to Veterans, National Guard and Reservists and Families.

Eligibility Criteria – Active Duty Service Eligibility Yes / No

Served in the active military, naval, or air service (includes National Guard and Reserve if one of the following criteria below are met) OR

Was a member of the women's air forces service pilots during World War II; a United States documented merchant mariner with service aboard an oceangoing vessel operated by the war shipping administration; the office of defense transportation, or their agents, from December 7, 1941, through December 31, 1946; or a civil service crewmember with service aboard a United States army transport service or United States naval transportation service vessel in oceangoing service from December 7, 1941, through December 31, 1946 AND

Meets one of the following criteria: Served on active duty for at least one hundred eighty days and was released with an honorable discharge OR

Received an honorable or general under honorable characterization of service with a medical reason for separation for a condition listed as non-existed prior to service, regardless of number of days served; OR

Received an honorable discharge and has received a rating for a service connected disability from the United States Department of Veterans Affairs regardless of number of days served.

Eligibility Criteria – National Guard and Reserve Eligibility Yes/No A current member honorably serving in the armed forces reserve or national guard who has been activated by presidential call up for purposes other than training OR

A former member of the armed forces reserve or national guard who has fulfilled his or her initial military service obligation and was released with an honorable discharge OR

A former member of the armed forces reserve or national guard who was released before their term ended and was released with an honorable discharge.

Eligibility Criteria – Family Member Yes/No The spouse or domestic partner, surviving spouse, surviving domestic partner, and dependent children of a living or deceased veteran OR

A servicemember who was killed in the line of duty regardless of the number of days served.

Must Have One ‘Yes’ here AND

One ‘Yes’ here to be eligible using Active Duty Service Eligibility.

Must have One ‘Yes’ here to be eligibly using National Guard & Reserve Eligibility

Veteran / Servicemember must meet either Active Duty or National Guard and Reserve Eligibility above (with the exception of a servicemember killed in the line of duty) AND have one ‘Yes’ here.

Specific changes to the RCW are: • Delete references to RCW 41.04.005 and .007. (Making changes to RCW 41.04.005 and

.007 has implications for other state programs so the proposal would provide a separate definition of veteran just for the County VAF.)

• Align WA State with the Federal definition of 180 days of active duty service. • Allow an individual with a discharge for medical reasons (honorable conditions) OR a VA

Service Connected Disability rating, to access the fund regardless of # of days served on active duty. Requires that the medical discharge be given for a condition listed as non EPTS – existing prior to service.

• Allow a National Guard member or Reservist to access the fund if they have been activated by Presidential call-up (regardless of # of days served) IF they are still serving in the National Guard or Reserve.

• Allow a National Guard member or Reservist to access the fund if they have completed their initial service obligation, even if they are not still in the Guard or Reserve.

• Allow the family of a servicemember killed in action to access the fund, even if the servicemember did not complete 180 days of active duty.

• Give Counties the ability to pass bylaws so that they can expand eligibility for the fund. Clarifying Amendment Language: Page 3: 13 (iii) A former member of the armed forces reserve or national 14 guard who has fulfilled his or her initial military service 15 obligation and was released with an honorable characterization of 16 service discharge. 17 (b) At the discretion of the county legislative authority and in 18 consultation with the veterans' advisory board, counties may expand eligibility for the veterans assistance fund as the county determines necessary, this may include serving veterans with additional characterizations of discharge .




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BOARD MEETING

DATE: Wednesday, June 8, 2016 TIME: 5:30 p.m. LOCATION: Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room, Silverdale WA __________________________________________________________________

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3. Approval of Minutes for May 11, 2016* VAB

4. Guest Speakers: Sabina Wagner-Lewis, V.A. HUD VASH Lead Social Worker;

and Valeri Knight, Program Manager, Supportive Services for Veterans & Families. 5. Reports

a. Veterans Assistance Fund (attached) b. Committee Reports (Five Minutes Each)


6. Old Business

a. CBOC update b. Letter from the Commissioners - Michelle

7. New Business


9. Next meeting time and place – July 13, Olympic College, Poulsbo Campus, 1000

Olympic College Way NW, Poulsbo, WA; Room 221 10. Adjourn

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DRAFT 5:30 PM, Wednesday, May 11, 2016


CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Michelle Hodges at 5:30 PM. ANNOUNCEMENTS / INTRODUCTIONS: Self introductions were made. APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Dr. Sam Powers made a motion to approve agenda and Larry Cleman seconded. Motion Passed. APPROVAL OF April 13, 2016 minutes: Motion was made by Wayne Hammock to approve the minutes and David Borders seconded. Motion Passed. Presentations: Denny Sapp, Navy retiree and veteran, introduced the Puget Sound Veterans Hope Center at the Pierce County Rescue Mission about 2 years ago. It is a one year program exclusively for veterans with 10 designated bunks in a separate room at the mission, and a SGT at Arms, following the clean/sober, “New Life-Christian Program.” It includes a 90 day V.A. substance abuse treatment program (if needed); random UAs; required 20 hours per week volunteer work at the mission; employment assistance; assistance with V.A. claims; permanent housing assistance ~ and adhering to all rules and regulations of the mission. The success of the program is peer accountability: for veterans, run by veterans, and held accountable by veterans. Denny added, “40% of Americans are 21 days away from homelessness.” Geoff Olsen, HMIS Coordinator, Housing Solutions Center, provides the Advisory Board with ‘veterans profile’ data collected via Garry Hughes on a monthly basis. He reviewed how the data is collected and the significance and range of data: monthly income & ranges; primary reason for homelessness; head of household gender and age; housing status, prior living situation, etc. Jackie Fojtik, Manager, Housing Solutions Center, provided additional information regarding the Center. It serves as a “one stop shop” in Kitsap County for housing assistance for homeless, and/or people at risk of homelessness. The Center also helps with eviction prevention, deposit assistance, and emergency shelter. Although the Center provides over 60 beds at several locations, there are still waiting lists, and no family shelters. The biggest challenge is the lack of affordable housing. Over 100 Kitsap County landlords work with the Center in providing affordable rentals ~ however only 20% reported vacancies. In 2015, the Center served over 3000 households, comprising of over 6000 individuals. Additionally, 33% of households are disabled and 52% of disabled households also report mental Illness. Jackie noted the VHOG (Veterans Housing Options Group) served over 90 veterans since October 2015, and 50 of the veterans served have housing.

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Reports: Veterans Assistance Fund: board members reviewed the monthly data and

expenditures; nothing significant to report. Committee Reports:

o The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma: the event is on May 28. David Borders solicited volunteers from the board to help set up/tear down, direct traffic/parking, and assist with guests/attendees. The next planning meeting is on May 12 at WorkSource, with meetings held weekly on Thursdays at Human Services in Port Orchard thereafter until the event.

o Stand Down: Wayne shared the next meeting is on June 7 at VFW 239 in Bremerton. The event is on July 16 at Sheridan Park Community Center in Bremerton. Wayne added we have received over 2000 pounds of DoD surplus gear for indigent and homeless veterans to be handed out during the Stand Downs.

o Veteran Housing: Nothing to report. o Project Victory Garden: Larry Cleman reported the garden broke ground

on April 30 with opening remarks from Commissioner Garrido. Larry expressed his heartfelt THANKS to everyone who participated: Kitsap County Veteran’s Advisory Board members; Olympic College Staff & Armed Forces Club; VetCorps; WSU Master Gardeners; AmeriCorps; Veterans; Kids! The ground is still being prepared, and laying water pipe is next on the agenda. Larry received a $1500 grant for the garden from G.A.V.E. (Green Alliance for Veterans Education), and provided a short PowertPoint of pictures of groundbreaking. He will continue to provide updates and opportunities for volunteers!

o Survey: Nothing new to report. o Veterans Court: Wayne Hammock shared there are 27 participants in the

program with one projected graduation on May 20.

Old Business:

a. Welcome letter to veterans - Dr. Powers requested changes and recommendations be sent to Michelle and Stacey in order to move forward.

b. Michelle led an additional discussion on the definition of Veteran and possible impact on the VAF. The board determined no changes will be made to the policy manual at this time, however the new changes will be honored if a veteran needs assistance.

New Business: Good of the Order/Announcements:

a. Stacey shared on the afternoon of June 23, the VAB is partnering with Kitsap County Aging and Long Term Care to host a presentation and work shop to provide information and resources to aging veterans (open to the public).

b. Eric Williams, Representative Kilmer’s office, informed Stacey the VA are not likely to release a firm opening date until they are absolutely certain of the date. He will keep the Advisory Board in the loop. Rep. Kilmer and VA

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leadership are having monthly calls regarding the progress. c. Bob Edwards, meeting guest/VVA, provided information about the YesVets

program which recognizes employers who show their commitment to veteran employment by hiring veterans into their workforce. https://esd.wa.gov/yesvets

d. Harry Tachell, meeting guest/DAV, added there is a YesVets Recognition event at the State Capital in Olympia on Tuesday, June 14, 1:30 pm. More information can be found on the WDVA site.

e. Bob Edwards also provided information on the Toxic Exposure Research Act of 2015 designed to address the diagnosis and treatment of health conditions of the descendants of veterans exposed to toxic substances during service in the Armed Forces. http://vva.org/programs/agent-orange/contact-your-member-now-in-support-of-h-r-1769-the-toxic-exposure-research-act-of-2015/

f. Today was Ed Palm’s last day as a member of the Veterans Advisory Board. g. Bill Lantz resigned from the Veterans Advisory Board.

The next VAB meeting is on June 8, 2016, Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room, Silverdale at 5:30 pm. ADJOURNMENT: Meeting Adjourned at 7:30 PM. ATTENDANCE:

MEMBERS GUESTS STAFF Present Michelle Hodges (Chair) Jack James Larry Cleman David Borders Wayne Hammock Bob Theal Tony Murkins Harry Gilger Gary Trudeau Robert MacFann Sam Powers Absent/Excused Ed Palm (excused) Travis Garrett (excused) Bill Lantz (excused)

Bob Edwards, VVA, Chapter 102 Harry Tachell, DAV 22, service officer George Geyer, CVI Jackie Fojtik, HSC Geoff Olsen, HSC Don Spinar, AL 245 Damian Uzueta, KMITS Fredy Esquirel, UW Husky Vets Mary Catherine Edwards, Master Gardner; Duncan String Quartet Ignacio Cabezudo, VFW/Region

Stacey James

https://esd.wa.gov/yesvets

http://vva.org/programs/agent-orange/contact-your-member-now-in-support-of-h-r-1769-the-toxic-exposure-research-act-of-2015/

http://vva.org/programs/agent-orange/contact-your-member-now-in-support-of-h-r-1769-the-toxic-exposure-research-act-of-2015/

Veterans Assistance Fund Monthly Report May 2016


• Rent - $4,347 • PSE - $2,898.47 • Propane - $68.15 • Water - $387.20 • Medical - $253.22 • Dental - $900 • Burial - $1,800 • Auto Repair - $872.17 • Clothing - $520.42 • Bus Pass - $150 • Gasoline - $110.34 • Food (includes hygiene and cleaning supplies)- $1,642.42

Of those that were served out of the Assistance Fund some were given information on other KCR programs as well KCR $ value of referrals – $5,320 KCR $ value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) - $39,434 Applications Denied: 0 Of those Veterans served out of the assistance fund all were referred to other programs and given resources outside of KCR as well:

• Mason County VAF • SSVF • Navy/Marine Corps Relief Society • Kinship Program • VHOG • Housing Solutions Center • DV Classes/Resources • Work Source • Salvation Army/St. Vincent De Paul/DSHS • Aid and Attendance Grant • Food Banks/Free meal sites • WDVA/Building 9 • Mental Health Resources

$ Value of referrals outside of KCR - $9,252 $ Value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) – $25,770 53 phone calls were fielded seeking information outside of assistance fund

Please note, many times I will refer an individual but never find out the outcome of that referral so this figure is not properly represented. This figure represents referrals I know the outcome of. Total YTD applications received: 190 Total YTD applications accepted: 185 Total YTD applications denied: 5 Total YTD New Clients: 41 Total YTD General Discharges: 8 Total YTD clients served (Unduplicated Number): 122 May Application Breakdown (New applicants only):




Jan-16 Feb-16 Mar-16 Apr-16 May-16 Jun-16 Jul-16 Aug-16 Sep-16 Oct-16 Nov-16 Dec-16 Total 2016Rent 4,567$ 8,350$ 2,675$ 2,425$ 4,347$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 22,364Hotel 1,230$ 300$ 924$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,454PSE 3,225$ 4,532$ 3,337$ 3,503$ 2,898$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 17,495Natural Gas 95$ 53$ 929$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,077Propane -$ 198$ -$ -$ 68$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 266Heating Oil -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Wood for Heat/ Pellets -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Waste Management 136$ -$ 200$ 103$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 439Water 383$ 303$ 208$ 420$ 387$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,701Sewer -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Phone 64$ 62$ 31$ 31$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 188Medical 209$ 75$ 582$ 575$ 253$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,694Dental -$ -$ -$ 1,006$ 900$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,906Clothing 533$ 496$ 298$ 300$ 520$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,147Burial 500$ 1,735$ 1,200$ 600$ 1,800$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 5,835Bus Pass 100$ 175$ 230$ 125$ 150$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 780Auto Repair 531$ 927$ 1,674$ 2,063$ 872$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 6,067Gasoline 110$ 269$ 110$ 123$ 110$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 722Food 1,018$ 1,406$ 779$ 1,294$ 1,642$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 6,139Union Dues -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Occupation Certification -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Bus Ticket Home -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Appliances -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0TOTALS $12,701 $18,881 $13,177 $12,568 $13,947 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $71,274










Account # Account Title Budget Year to Date Percent Balance

Beginning Fund Balance 150,000.00 169,648.56

3110.10 Real & Personal Property 317,000.00 168,388.13 53.1% 148,611.87

3610.11 Investment Interest 1,000.00 187.55 18.8% 812.45

3000 Other Revenue 0.00 5,794.12 0.0% (5,794.12)

Revenue total 318,000.00 174,369.80 54.8% 143,630.20


5101 Regular Salaries 23,188.00 13,535.41 58.4% 9,652.59

5102 Overtime Pay 0.00 478.88 100.0% (478.88)

5201 Industrial Insurance 385.00 216.38 56.2% 168.62

5202 Social Security 1,774.00 1,090.21 61.5% 683.79

5203 PERS Retirement 2,592.00 1,563.35 60.3% 1,028.65

5229 Benefit Bucket 4,620.00 2,176.43 47.1% 2,443.57

5311 Office Supplies 1,000.00 104.00 10.4% 896.00

5415 Management Consulting 267,836.00 80,754.25 30.2% 187,081.75

5419 Professional Services 350.00 ‐ 0.0% 350.00

5425 Postage 100.00 20.58 20.6% 79.42

5431 Mileage 500.00 179.66 35.9% 320.34

5432 Travel 200.00 129.89 64.9% 70.11

5433 Per Diem 0.00 69.00 100.0% (69.00)

5438 Non‐Employee Mileage 250.00 ‐ 0.0% 250.00

5451 Operating Rentals 1,000.00 354.25 35.4% 645.75

5499 Other Miscelleneous 7,422.00 191.13 2.6% 7,230.87

5912 I/F IS Service Charges 2,983.00 994.32 33.3% 1,988.68

5921 I/F Communication 478.00 ‐ 0.0% 478.00

5922 I/F IS Projects 390.00 122.00 31.3% 268.00

5996 Indirect Cost Allocation 2,932.00 1,466.00 50.0% 1,466.00

Expense total 318,000.00 103,445.74 32.5% 214,554.26



2016 Veterans Relief Fund BudgetAs of May 31, 2016

Veterans

Seniors and Caregivers

FREE Healthy Living WorkshopJune 23, 2016, 1:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.

WorkSource, Cascade Room, 1300 Sylvan Way, Bremerton, WA

Presentation on Medication Management & Information and Resources to support you!

Presented by Kitsap County

Division of Aging & Long Term CareSenior Information & Assistance


Kitsap County does not discriminate on the basis of disability. Individuals who require accommodation should contact Stacey James at. 360-337-4811 or Email: [email protected] (Please provide two weeks notice for interpreter services).

Includes Handoutsand

Question & Answers Session

~ FREE Pill Organizers ~ Nutrition Services~ Medicare Options ~ Caregiver Support ~ Long Term Care Services ~ Legal Resources ~ Veteran Services




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BOARD MEETING

DATE: Wednesday, July 13, 2016 TIME: 5:30 p.m. LOCATION: Olympic College, Room 120, Poulsbo, WA __________________________________________________________________

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3. Approval of Minutes for June 8, 2016* VAB

4. Guest Speakers: Samantha Lyons, Kitsap County Veterans Court. 5. Reports

a. Veterans Assistance Fund (attached) b. Committee Reports (Five Minutes Each)


6. Old Business

a. CBOC update

7. New Business a. Homelessness Summit/Workshop – Stacey b. VHOG – Jack c. Healthy Living Workshop - Stacey


9. Next meeting time and place – August 10, Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room,

Silverdale WA. 10. Adjourn

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DRAFT 5:30 PM, Wednesday, June 8, 2016


CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Michelle Hodges at 5:30 PM. ANNOUNCEMENTS / INTRODUCTIONS: Self introductions were made. APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Wayne Hammock made a motion to approve agenda and Larry Cleman seconded. Motion Passed. APPROVAL OF May 11, 2016 minutes: Motion was made by Wayne Hammock to approve the minutes and Harry Gilger seconded. Motion Passed. Presentations: Sabina Wagner-Lewis, V.A. HUD VASH Lead Social Worker HUD-VASH is a collaborative program between HUD and VA combines HUD housing vouchers with VA supportive services to help Veterans who are homeless and their families find and sustain permanent housing. Through public housing authorities, HUD provides rental assistance vouchers for privately owned housing to Veterans who are eligible for VA health care services and are experiencing homelessness. As the VA case manager, Sabrina connect these Veterans with support services such as health care, mental health treatment and substance use counseling to help them in their recovery process and with their ability to maintain housing in the community. Among VA homeless continuum of care programs, HUD-VASH enrolls the largest number and largest percentage of Veterans who have experienced long-term or repeated homelessness. As of Sept. 30, 2015, HUD had allocated more than 78,000 vouchers to help house Veterans across the country. Kitsap County currently has 42 VASH vouchers and they are all taken.

More information on the HUD-VASH Program can be found here: http://www.va.gov/HOMELESS/HUD-VASH.asp

Valeri Knight, Program Manager, Supportive Services for Veterans & Families Funded by the Department of Veterans Affairs, the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) Program was founded upon the principle that every Veteran has a right to housing. They provide services in 34 of 36 counties in Washington State (not King or Snohomish). Their main focus now is veterans and their families that are “Literally Homeless”. By providing support at a community level the SSVF program strives to end homelessness among the Veteran population. Through outreach, case-management services, assistance in obtaining benefits and emergency financial resources, the SSVF Program seeks to prevent Veterans and their families from becoming homeless and seeks rapid rehousing for those who have lost their homes. Veteran Services serves singles, traditional family units, and non-traditional family units. Whatever the veteran deems as their household, is who we will serve. They work closely with the VA HUD VASH Program locally. What SSVF does: •Outreach to veterans who are homeless or at risk of homelessness •Assess eligibility for services •Provide opportunities for housing

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•Provide intense navigation to agree upon services •Provide support through case management to increase skills and income of participant •Provide free legal services that lead to stable housing •Provide skilled staff to help with obtaining and changing both VA and disability benefits •May provide financial support that directly leads to housing Eligibility Requirements: •Must have served at least one day of active duty •Must not have received a dishonorable discharge •Low-income according to program guidelines •Homeless or at risk of homelessness •Not already receiving services from another SSVF program •Able to obtain housing “but for” a barrier that the SSVF can address •Willing to participate in finding a solution Reports: Veterans Assistance Fund: board members reviewed the monthly data and

expenditures; nothing significant to report. Committee Reports:

o The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma: Michelle led the discussion because David was not in attendance. The event was held on May 28 and despite some rain the group felt it was a major success. Everything went as planned and the honorees were all given a respectful and dignified send off.

o Stand Down: Wayne shared that the planning for the Stand Down is going well and planning meetings will now be held every Tuesday at noon at VFW 239 in Bremerton. The event is on July 16 at Sheridan Park Community Center in Bremerton. Wayne reported we have more surplus gear to hand out than we ever have and will need four VAB members to help with passing the items out at the Stand Down. Kathleen who has done the meal prep for the Stand Downs for many years will be out of town for the July event so Wayne has a volunteer from Olympic College that will fill that role (Heather). Tony suggested contacting the WA State Youth Academy to see if they could get some volunteers to assist at the event and there was some concern if this would be possible because the Academy is closed for the summer. Wayne said he would try to contact someone. Michelle reiterated that attendance at the Stand Down is mandatory for VAB members and everyone will have a job to do at the event.

o Veteran Housing: Bob was not in attendance. o Project Victory Garden: Larry Cleman reported that they have their first sprouts

at the victory Garden – Squash and Pumpkins. HE also said they were working on installing a drip system and getting the well up and running. We thought the power to the well was working but that is not the case so Larry has been hauling water until it is repaired. Larry also reminded the group he will eventually be moving to the east side of the state so we will need another VG Director at some point. He said there is a veteran conservatory group that may be willing to take on that role and he will bring more information in the future.

o Survey: Sam was not in attendance. o Veterans Court: Wayne Hammock shared that veterans court is going well and

they just got a grant through the 1/10th of 1% County Funding to continue the program. Wayne also said they always need more mentor volunteers so please contact him if you are interested. Wayne reported that the transportation to American Lake continues to be a problem and they are in need of more van drivers.

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Old Business:

a. CBOC – No news. b. Letter from the Commissioners – Michelle led a discussion of the letter she

received from the County Commissioners regarding funding for the program and their approval to allocate $30,000 for veteran’s legal services. Michelle also let the group know the commissioners will be reviewing the levy rate and may increase the rate which would provide an additional $50,000 a year to the program.

New Business:

Michelle shared on the afternoon of June 23, the VAB is partnering with Kitsap County Aging and Long Term Care to host a presentation and work shop to provide information and resources to aging veterans (open to the public). She pointed out the flyer that was in the Board Packets.


Group asked that Stacey or Doug check with the county to see if VAB meetings could be advertised in the local newspapers. Doug said he would check with the media person Rebecca Pirtle.

The next VAB meeting is on July 13, Olympic College, Poulsbo Campus, 1000 Olympic College Way NW, Poulsbo, WA Room 221. ADJOURNMENT: Meeting Adjourned at 7:00 PM. ATTENDANCE:

MEMBERS GUESTS STAFF Present Michelle Hodges (Chair) Larry Cleman Wayne Hammock Bob Theal Tony Murkins Harry Gilger Absent/Excused Jack James (excused) David Borders Gary Trudeau Robert MacFann Sam Powers (excused)

Don Spinar, AL 245 Greg Warner, VAB Applicant Valeri Knight, guest speaker, MDC Sabina Wagner, guest speaker, VA

Doug Washburn

Veterans Assistance Fund Monthly Report June 2016


• Rent - $12,161.39 • PSE - $3,856.27 • Propane - $367.55 • Natural Gas - $82.53 • Waste Management - $474.72 • Phone - $366.36 • Sewer - $295 • Water - $213.20 • Medical - $932.93 • Burial - $600 • Clothing - $632.98 • Auto Repair - $1,613.56 • Bus Pass - $200 • Gasoline - $326.07 • Food (includes hygiene and cleaning supplies)- $2,009.89


• Thurston County VAF • King County VAF • American Financial Solutions • Abraham’s House • VHOG • Housing Solutions Center • Homeownership Programs • Work Source • Salvation Army/St. Vincent De Paul/DSHS • Veteran Senior Caregiver Workshop • Food Banks/Free meal sites • WDVA/Building 9 • Grief Support Groups/Resources • Legal Resources (CLEAR) • Kitsap Recovery Center

$ Value of referrals outside of KCR - $8,756 $ Value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) – $34,526 74 phone calls were fielded seeking information outside of assistance fund Please note, many times I will refer an individual but never find out the outcome of that referral so this figure is not properly represented. This figure represents referrals I know the outcome of. Total YTD applications received: 231 Total YTD applications accepted: 226 Total YTD applications denied: 5 Total YTD New Clients: 51 Total YTD General Discharges: 10 Total YTD clients served (Unduplicated Number): 150 June Application Breakdown (New applicants only):






Jan-16 Feb-16 Mar-16 Apr-16 May-16 Jun-16 Jul-16 Aug-16 Sep-16 Oct-16 Nov-16 Dec-16 Total 2016Rent 4,567$ 8,350$ 2,675$ 2,425$ 4,347$ 12,161$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 34,525Hotel 1,230$ 300$ 924$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,454PSE 3,225$ 4,532$ 3,337$ 3,503$ 2,898$ 3,856$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 21,351Natural Gas 95$ 53$ 929$ -$ -$ 83$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,160Propane -$ 198$ -$ -$ 68$ 368$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 634Heating Oil -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Wood for Heat/ Pellets -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Waste Management 136$ -$ 200$ 103$ -$ 475$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 914Water 383$ 303$ 208$ 420$ 387$ 213$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,914Sewer -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 295$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 295Phone 64$ 62$ 31$ 31$ -$ 366$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 554Medical 209$ 75$ 582$ 575$ 253$ 933$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,627Dental -$ -$ -$ 1,006$ 900$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,906Clothing 533$ 496$ 298$ 300$ 520$ 633$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,780Burial 500$ 1,735$ 1,200$ 600$ 1,800$ 600$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 6,435Bus Pass 100$ 175$ 230$ 125$ 150$ 200$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 980Auto Repair 531$ 927$ 1,674$ 2,063$ 872$ 1,614$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 7,681Gasoline 110$ 269$ 110$ 123$ 110$ 326$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,048Food 1,018$ 1,406$ 779$ 1,294$ 1,642$ 2,010$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 8,149Union Dues -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Occupation Certification -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Bus Ticket Home -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Appliances -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0TOTALS $12,701 $18,881 $13,177 $12,568 $13,947 $24,133 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $95,407












Revenue total 318,000.00 176,706.17 55.6% 141,293.83


5101 Regular Salaries 25,835.00 18,084.77 70.0% 7,750.23 5102 Overtime Pay 0.00 478.88 100.0% (478.88) 5201 Industrial Insurance 385.00 272.55 70.8% 112.45 5202 Social Security 1,977.00 1,442.06 72.9% 534.94 5203 PERS Retirement 2,888.00 2,071.98 71.7% 816.02 5229 Benefit Bucket 4,620.00 2,822.84 61.1% 1,797.16 5311 Office Supplies 1,000.00 527.53 52.8% 472.47 5415 Management Consulting 267,836.00 101,077.83 37.7% 166,758.17 5419 Professional Services 350.00 - 0.0% 350.00 5425 Postage 100.00 20.58 20.6% 79.42 5431 Mileage 500.00 179.66 35.9% 320.34 5432 Travel 200.00 129.89 64.9% 70.11 5433 Per Diem 0.00 69.00 100.0% (69.00) 5438 Non-Employee Mileage 250.00 - 0.0% 250.00 5451 Operating Rentals 1,000.00 486.94 48.7% 513.06 5499 Other Miscelleneous 4,276.00 191.13 4.5% 4,084.87 5912 I/F IS Service Charges 2,983.00 1,491.48 50.0% 1,491.52 5921 I/F Communication 478.00 - 0.0% 478.00 5922 I/F IS Projects 390.00 183.00 46.9% 207.00 5996 Indirect Cost Allocation 2,932.00 1,466.00 50.0% 1,466.00

Expense total 318,000.00 130,996.12 41.2% 187,003.88



2016 Veterans Relief Fund BudgetAs of June 30, 2016




* = Action Item

BOARD MEETING

DATE: Wednesday, August 10, 2016 TIME: 5:30 p.m. LOCATION: Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room, Silverdale WA. __________________________________________________________________

A G E N D A

1. Call to Order Michelle Hodges

2. Guest Presentation: Commissioner Wolfe presenting “The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma”

flag streamers to participating Veteran Service Organizations.

3. Introductions Michelle Hodges


5. Approval of Minutes for July 13, 2016* VAB

6. Guest Speaker: Garry Hughes, Veterans Family Development Specialist, Kitsap Community Resources.

7. Reports

a. Veterans Assistance Fund (Garry Hughes) b. Committee Reports (Five Minutes Each)

• The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma David Borders • Stand Down Wayne Hammock • Veteran Housing • Project Victory Garden Larry Cleman • Survey Sam Powers • Veterans Court Wayne Hammock

8. Old Business

a. CBOC update b. NW Justice Project update – Stacey

9. New Business

a. Homelessness Summit/Workshop Results & Landlord Fair – Stacey


11. Next meeting time and place – September 14, DAV, Chapter 5, 2315 Burwell, Bremerton, WA

12. Adjourn

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DRAFT 5:30 PM, Wednesday, July 13, 2016

Olympic College, Room 120, Poulsbo, WA

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Michelle Hodges at 5:30 PM. ANNOUNCEMENTS / INTRODUCTIONS: Self introductions were made. APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Michelle made a motion to add ‘legal assistance to veterans update’ under Old Business. Bob Theal made a motion to approve the agenda as changed and Dr. Powers seconded. Motion Passed. APPROVAL OF June 8, 2016 minutes: Motion was made by Larry Cleman to approve the minutes and Jack James seconded. Motion Passed. Presentations: Samantha Lyons, Kitsap County Veterans Court Manager, shared the details of the Veterans’ Court. The 18-month intensive therapeutic model is based on drug treatment and/or mental health treatment courts, focusing on cognitive behavioral therapy, ensuring veterans meet their obligations to themselves, the court, and their community. The Veterans Court serves as an alternative to incarceration upon successful participation and completion. Veteran mentors assist with the structure, programs, and contribute to the success of the program. They provide morale and motivational support in a confidential capacity to the veteran, and not as the “eyes, ears” of the Court. Judge Jeannette Dalton, the presiding judge, was a military dependent, and identifies extremely well with the veterans. The program requires regular court appearances, as well as mandatory attendance at treatment sessions, and frequent/random testing for substance use. Veterans respond favorably to this structured environment given their past experiences in the Armed Forces. In addition, Veterans Courts provides wrap around services, a “one-stop shop,” linking veterans with the programs, benefits and services they have earned, including the V.A. Health Services, Veteran Service Organizations, VA Benefits, WA State Department of the VA, employment outreach, and housing assistance. To date, there have been 20 graduates from the Kitsap County Veterans Court, and no reported recidivism. The veterans’ record is expunged upon successful completion of the program. Many of the graduates expressed a desire to return as mentors. Kitsap County received a SAMSA Grant and “one tenth of one percent” grant to continue to pay for the program. Additional VAB members expressed an interest at becoming mentors ~ Samantha Lyons can serve as a POC or Randy Viers, [email protected] Reports: Veterans Assistance Fund: board members reviewed the monthly data and

expenditures. Committee Reports:

o The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma: a debriefing for the 2016 event will be held on August 4. Feedback is welcome.

o Stand Down: The event is this Saturday, July 16 at Sheridan Park Community Center in Bremerton. Wayne previously recruited VAB members to help set up

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on Friday, as well as hand out surplus items to homeless veterans during the event. Michelle reiterated that attendance at the Stand Down is mandatory for VAB members and everyone will have a job to do at the event. The next stand Down is October 1.

o Veteran Housing: nothing significant to report. o Project Victory Garden: Larry Cleman shared recent pictures of the garden! 60-

70% of the allocated space is planted and producing! The veteran gardeners have been working side by side with youth at risk in the adjacent garden, opening up opportunities to mentor. Larry added the fall planting will happen in August; the garden has not received the grant money yet; and watering, fence building, and troughs are ongoing projects. He also proposed a “harvest festival” on October 15, noon to 2 pm, with a 1940’s picnic theme to recognize the success of the garden and all of those involved in launching, growing, and producing!

o Survey: nothing significant to report. o Veterans Court: defer to Samantha’s presentation.

Old Business:

a. CBOC – No news. b. Legal Assistance to Veterans ~ we have received authority to proceed with a

$30,000 contract exclusively with the NW Justice Project. Stacey will collaborate with the County and NW Justice Project to prepare the contract.

New Business:

a. Stacey gave a brief overview of the Countywide Homelessness Summit/Workshop on June 30 to review strategies and develop an action plan for addressing homelessness in Kitsap County. The program offered information about homelessness from national, state, and local perspectives.

b. Jack gave a synopsis of his experience attending the VHOG, an open group to veterans, providing wrap around services & housing options, hosted by the VA, held every Monday at 1 pm, at Kitsap Community Resources, 1201 Park Avenue in Bremerton.

c. The Healthy Living Workshop for veterans had a low turnout but the feedback from those that attended was extremely favorable! Multiple resources and information was available plus representatives from ‘Aging and Long Term Care’ and VA Puget Sound were in attendance.

d. Gary Trudeau attended the June 30 presentation by the director of Utah’s Homeless Task Force Lloyd Pendleton. Mr. Pendleton shared the strategy of and success seen in its “housing first” philosophy of dealing with chronic homelessness. The event was sponsored in partnership with the Bremerton Housing Authority. Gary provided the following link for additional details: http://www.kitsapsun.com/about-us/housing-382529201.html


a. Stacey reminded the board members of the July 19 event in Seattle, “WAServes Kickoff Aimed at Improving Service Delivery for Veterans, Service Members, and Their Families.” The details were previously e-mailed to board members.

The next VAB meeting is on September 14, at the DAV, Chapter 5, 2315 Burwell Avenue, Bremerton. ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 7:00 PM. ATTENDANCE:

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MEMBERS GUESTS STAFF

Present Michelle Hodges (Chair) Larry Cleman Bob Theal Harry Gilger Jack James David Borders Gary Trudeau Sam Powers Absent/Excused Tony Murkins (excused) Wayne Hammock (excused) Robert MacFann (excused)

Rudy Muriel, potential new VAB member Samantha Lyons, Guest Speaker Ralph Bone, potential new VAB member Mellisa Duffy, potential new VAB member Gordon Jacobson, potential new VAB member Michael Cortes, veteran

Stacey James

Veterans Assistance Fund Monthly Report July 2016


• Rent - $4,292.37 • PSE - $6,357.41 • Natural Gas - $30.91 • Propane - $51.68 • Water - $806.29 • Phone - $226 • Waste Management - $559.59 • Dental - $252 • Medical - $174 • Burial - $2,254.83 • Clothing - $250.47 • Bus Pass - $100 • Auto Repair - $1,188.20 • Gasoline - $390.74 • Food (includes hygiene and cleaning supplies)- $1,897.49

Of those that were served out of the Assistance Fund some were given information on other KCR programs as well KCR $ value of referrals – $5,430 KCR $ value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) - $51,588 Applications Denied: 2

• 2 individuals denied due to being over-income Of those Veterans denied some were referred to other programs:

• 1 individual referred to Navy/Marine Corps Relief Society • 1 individual unable to refer due to income level


• Snohomish County VAF • Harrison Hospital Charity Care Program • Lion’s Club • Dental Resources • Abraham’s House • VIP • Northwest Justice Project (Legal Resources) • Housing Solutions Center • Salvation Army/St. Vincent De Paul/DSHS • VHOG

• Employment Resources/Work Source • Food Banks/Free meal sites • WDVA/Building 9 • 211 Resource Line • Grief/Loss Support Groups • Landlord/Tenant Laws of Washington State • PTSD Counseling Resources • Homeownership Programs

$ Value of referrals outside of KCR - $5,568 $ Value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) – $40,094 68 phone calls were fielded seeking information outside of assistance fund Please note, many times I will refer an individual but never find out the outcome of that referral so this figure is not properly represented. This figure represents referrals I know the outcome of. Total YTD applications received: 281 Total YTD applications accepted: 274 Total YTD applications denied: 7 Total YTD New Clients: 64 Total YTD General Discharges: 11 Total YTD clients served (Unduplicated Number): 173 July Application Breakdown (New applicants only):

• DAV #5 – 7 applications • VFW 4992 – 1 application (1 denied due to being over-income)

• VFW 2669 – 4 applications (1 denied due to being over-income)

• Helpline House – 1 application



Jan-16 Feb-16 Mar-16 Apr-16 May-16 Jun-16 Jul-16 Aug-16 Sep-16 Oct-16 Nov-16 Dec-16 Total 2016Rent 4,567$ 8,350$ 2,675$ 2,425$ 4,347$ 12,161$ 4,292$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 38,817Hotel 1,230$ 300$ 924$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,454PSE 3,225$ 4,532$ 3,337$ 3,503$ 2,898$ 3,856$ 6,357$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 27,708Natural Gas 95$ 53$ 929$ -$ -$ 83$ 31$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,191Propane -$ 198$ -$ -$ 68$ 368$ 52$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 686Heating Oil -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Wood for Heat/ Pellets -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Waste Management 136$ -$ 200$ 103$ -$ 475$ 560$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,474Water 383$ 303$ 208$ 420$ 387$ 213$ 806$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,720Sewer -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 295$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 295Phone 64$ 62$ 31$ 31$ -$ 366$ 226$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 780Medical 209$ 75$ 582$ 575$ 253$ 933$ 174$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,801Dental -$ -$ -$ 1,006$ 900$ -$ 252$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,158Clothing 533$ 496$ 298$ 300$ 520$ 633$ 250$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 3,030Burial 500$ 1,735$ 1,200$ 600$ 1,800$ 600$ 2,255$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 8,690Bus Pass 100$ 175$ 230$ 125$ 150$ 200$ 100$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,080Auto Repair 531$ 927$ 1,674$ 2,063$ 872$ 1,614$ 1,188$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 8,869Gasoline 110$ 269$ 110$ 123$ 110$ 326$ 391$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,439Food 1,018$ 1,406$ 779$ 1,294$ 1,642$ 2,010$ 1,897$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 10,046Union Dues -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Occupation Certification -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Bus Ticket Home -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Appliances -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0TOTALS $12,701 $18,881 $13,177 $12,568 $13,947 $24,133 $18,831 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $114,238












Revenue total 318,000.00 177,965.77 56.0% 140,034.23


5101 Regular Salaries 25,835.00 20,479.17 79.3% 5,355.83 5102 Overtime Pay 0.00 478.88 100.0% (478.88) 5201 Industrial Insurance 385.00 310.66 80.7% 74.34 5202 Social Security 1,977.00 1,629.06 82.4% 347.94 5203 PERS Retirement 2,888.00 2,339.68 81.0% 548.32 5229 Benefit Bucket 4,620.00 3,333.16 72.1% 1,286.84 5311 Office Supplies 1,000.00 847.19 84.7% 152.81 5415 Management Consulting 267,836.00 131,895.75 49.2% 135,940.25 5419 Professional Services 350.00 - 0.0% 350.00 5425 Postage 100.00 36.81 36.8% 63.19 5431 Mileage 500.00 179.66 35.9% 320.34 5432 Travel 200.00 129.89 64.9% 70.11 5433 Per Diem 0.00 69.00 100.0% (69.00) 5438 Non-Employee Mileage 250.00 - 0.0% 250.00 5441 Advertising 0.00 1,064.58 100.0% (1,064.58) 5451 Operating Rentals 1,000.00 506.65 50.7% 493.35 5499 Other Miscelleneous 4,276.00 191.13 4.5% 4,084.87 5912 I/F IS Service Charges 2,983.00 1,740.06 58.3% 1,242.94 5921 I/F Communication 478.00 - 0.0% 478.00 5922 I/F IS Projects 390.00 213.50 54.7% 176.50 5996 Indirect Cost Allocation 2,932.00 1,466.00 50.0% 1,466.00

Expense total 318,000.00 166,910.83 52.5% 151,089.17



2016 Veterans Relief Fund BudgetAs of July 31, 2016

Veterans Advisory Board The purpose and establishment of the Veteran’s Advisory Board is to advise the

Board of County Commissioners on the needs of local indigent veterans, the resources available to local indigent veterans, and the programs that could benefit the needs of local indigent veterans and their families.

* = Action Item

BOARD MEETING

DATE: Wednesday, September 14, 2016 TIME: 5:30 p.m. LOCATION: Disabled American Veterans, Chapter 5, 2315 Burwell Av., Bremerton __________________________________________________________________

A G E N D A




4. Approval of Minutes for August 10, 2016* VAB

5. Guest Speaker: Kirsten Jewell, Kitsap County Housing & Homelessness ProgramCoordinator

6. Reportsa. Veterans Assistance Fund (documents provided in packet)b. Committee Reports (Five Minutes Each)

• The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma David Borders • Stand Down Wayne Hammock, Jack James • Veteran Housing Kirsten Jewell will address housing

to end veterans’ homelessness by Veterans Day 2016

• Project Victory Garden Larry Cleman • Survey Sam Powers • Veterans Court Wayne Hammock

7. Old Businessa. CBOC updateb. NW Justice Project update – Stacey

8. New Businessa. VAB retreat on November 5 – Michelleb. Veteran Service Officer ‘training’ on September 29 – Stacey


10. Next meeting time and place – October 12, Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room, SilverdaleWA.

11. Adjourn

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DRAFT 5:30 PM, Wednesday, August 10, 2016

Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room, Silverdale WA

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Michelle Hodges at 5:30 PM.

Guest Presentation: Commissioner Ed Wolfe presented “The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma” flag streamers to participating Veteran Service Organizations:

• Bill Lilley from DAV Chapter 5, and VFW 239• Marion Wagner from VFW 239 Auxiliary and DAV, Chapter 5, Auxiliary• Don Spinar from American Legion 245• Steve Talkington from the Fleet Reserve Association, Branch 29• Wayne Hammock from DAV, Chapter 22

Commissioner Wolfe shared he visited the site of the new CBOC (former Rite Aid on Kitsap Way in Bremerton) about 3 weeks ago. Next door to the new site is additional available space for lease. The Commissioner suggested he was reaching out to Representative Kilmer to for assistance in possibly securing the additional space for veterans’ outreach programs.

Michelle introduced Martin Rowe, the Chair of “Pass the Helmet,” a non-profit program to help provide service pets to low income veterans. Martin, on behalf of Pass the Helmet, generously presented to the VAB a new engraved bell for “The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma” Memorial in Port Orchard.

ANNOUNCEMENTS / INTRODUCTIONS: Self introductions were made.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Wayne made a motion to approve the agenda and Bob Theal seconded. Motion Passed.

APPROVAL OF July 13, 2016 minutes: Harry Gilger noted the next VAB meeting location should read, “August 10, at the Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room, Silverdale WA.” Wayne made a motion to approve the minutes as amended and Larry Cleman seconded. Motion Passed.

Presentations: Garry Hughes, Veterans Family Development Specialist with Kitsap Community Resources provided insight to the Veterans Assistance Fund. Although there has been a significant increase in emergency fund requests, Garry noted he would keep close tabs on the account so we do not run out of money before the end of the calendar year. We budgeted about $192,900, used approximately $114,000 to date, leaving approximately $78,900 to cover five months.

Garry also shared his experience in attending two state-wide conferences/training opportunities. In Yakima, “Serving Those Who Serve,” presented by the DAV, familiarized the attendees with the programs available through the VA, including the Veterans Information Portal, a resource site available on-line. Additionally, the Homeless Veterans' Reintegration Program (HVRP) was highlighted. It is a Department of Labor program providing services to assist in reintegrating homeless veterans into meaningful employment within the labor force and to stimulate the development of effective service delivery systems that will address the complex problems facing homeless veterans. Garry also attend a workshop in Ellensburg on addressing housing for homeless veterans, and the multitude of obstacles in perpetuating homelessness. He noted Kitsap County was lauded as a great example of how we disseminate the VAF.

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Reports:

Veterans Assistance Fund: Garry Hughes answered questions about the fund. Committee Reports:

o The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma: David Borders reported the majority of thefeedback for the 2016 Run was favorable. He added there are already 2unclaimed veteran remains at the coroner’s office, so there will be a Run in 2017.

o Stand Down: The summer Stand Down was a resounding success. We providedservices to 160 veterans. Of that, over 70% were considered living at or belowthe poverty level; 21 were homeless and 60 were in temporary housing and/or ashelter. The efforts from our service providers helped connect them to medicalcare, mental health care, employment, transportation, legal services, disability,housing, Veteran Service Organizations, family/children services, counseling,substance abuse treatment, and more. The next stand Down is Saturday,October 1. Michelle reiterated that attendance at the Stand Down is mandatoryfor VAB members and everyone will have a job to do at the event.

o Veteran Housing: nothing significant to report.o Project Victory Garden: Larry Cleman shared the successes and “produce” of

the garden! He is still waiting on the grant funding. Last month he proposed a“harvest festival” to recognize the success of the garden and all of those involvedin launching, growing, and producing ~ now waiting on a date in September orOctober.

o Survey: nothing significant to report.o Veterans Court: Wayne reported there are 3 local mentors attending Veterans

Court mentor training in Spokane, with the intent of them providing traininglocally. Gordon added, as successful as the Veterans Court is, the mentorprogram is still in its infancy stage and communication and goal setting needattention.

Old Business:

a. CBOC – No news.b. Legal Assistance to Veterans ~ Stacey is working collaboratively with the County

and NW Justice Project in preparing the contract.

New Business: a. Stacey provided electronic copies of the results, strategies, and action plans of the

workshops at the Homelessness Summit/Workshop on June 30.

Good of the Order/Announcements: a. Michelle advised the board members the VAB will have an all-day retreat on

November 5 in lieu of a November meeting.b. Guest Steve Talkington informed the board and attendees that all veterans are

eligible for honor flights, and to visit the Puget Sound Honor Flights web page.c. Stacey stated she and Garry Hughes will conduct a working lunch training on

September 29 with the Veteran Service Officers who provide help in completing theapplication paperwork for the VAF.

d. Jack will reach out to the Kitsap Military Times to advertise the VAB meetings andlocations. He also shared information about the guest speakingappearance/engagement by a Benghazi survivor on 9/10 in Bremerton. Jack will alsobe the Veterans Day guest speaker at the annual event at the Fairgrounds and willfocus on the VAB and outreach to veterans, primarily the efforts to end veterans’homelessness in Kitsap County.

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The next VAB meeting is on September 14, at the DAV, Chapter 5, 2315 Burwell Avenue, Bremerton.

ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 7:00 PM.

ATTENDANCE:

MEMBERS GUESTS STAFF Present Michelle Hodges (Chair) Larry Cleman Bob Theal Harry Gilger Jack James David Borders Gary Trudeau Rudy Muriel Gordon Jacobson Tony Murkins Wayne Hammock Greg Warner Lawrence Handel

Absent/Excused Sam Powers Ralph Bone Mellisa Duffy (excused)

Martin Rowe, Pass the Helmet Don Spinar, AL 245 Garry Hughes, guest speaker, KCR Steve Talkington, FRA 29 Bill Lilley, VFW 239 Marion Wagner, VFW 239 & DAV 5 Auxiliary Commissioner Ed Wolfe

Stacey James

Veterans Assistance Fund Monthly Report August 2016

Total Applicants: 40 Total # of new applicants: 10 Applications Accepted: 39 Applications denied: 1 General Discharges: 0

Total Payout - $17,025.65

Total Payouts by Category: • Rent - $10,172.23• Hotel - $350• PSE - $1,708.73• Natural Gas - $119.61• Water - $238.41• Waste Management - $111.60• Phone - $70.84• Medical - $606.19• Dental - $407• Burial - $600• Clothing - $572• Bus Pass - $105• Auto Repair - $488.96• Gasoline - $247.47• Food (includes hygiene and cleaning supplies)- $1,227.61

Of those that were served out of the Assistance Fund some were given information on other KCR programs as well

KCR $ value of referrals – $6,518

KCR $ value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) - $58,106

Applications Denied: 1

• 1 individual denied due to being over-income

Of those Veterans denied some were referred to other programs:

• 1 individual unable to refer due to income level


• King County VAF• Mason County VAF• Navy/Marine Corps Relief Society• Food Banks/Free Meal sites• Senior Resources• Abraham’s House• Bankruptcy Resources (Legal Resources)• Housing Solutions Center• Salvation Army/St. Vincent De Paul/DSHS• VHOG• Employment Resources/Work Source

• American Financial Solutions• WDVA/Building 9• 211 Resource Line• Childcare Resources• Back To School Programs

$ Value of referrals outside of KCR - $5,892 $ Value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) – $45,986

61 phone calls were fielded seeking information outside of assistance fund

Please note, many times I will refer an individual but never find out the outcome of that referral so this figure is not properly represented. This figure represents referrals I know the outcome of.

Total YTD applications received: 321 Total YTD applications accepted: 313 Total YTD applications denied: 8 Total YTD New Clients: 74 Total YTD General Discharges: 11 Total YTD clients served (Unduplicated Number): 193

August Application Breakdown (New applicants only):

• DAV #5 – 8 applications (1 denied due to being over-income)





Jan-16 Feb-16 Mar-16 Apr-16 May-16 Jun-16 Jul-16 Aug-16 Sep-16 Oct-16 Nov-16 Dec-16 Total 2016Rent 4,567$ 8,350$ 2,675$ 2,425$ 4,347$ 12,161$ 4,292$ 10,172$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 48,989Hotel 1,230$ 300$ 924$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 350$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,804PSE 3,225$ 4,532$ 3,337$ 3,503$ 2,898$ 3,856$ 6,357$ 1,709$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 29,417Natural Gas 95$ 53$ 929$ -$ -$ 83$ 31$ 120$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,311Propane -$ 198$ -$ -$ 68$ 368$ 52$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 686Heating Oil -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Wood for Heat/ Pellets -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Waste Management 136$ -$ 200$ 103$ -$ 475$ 560$ 112$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,586Water 383$ 303$ 208$ 420$ 387$ 213$ 806$ 238$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,958Sewer -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 295$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 295Phone 64$ 62$ 31$ 31$ -$ 366$ 226$ 71$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 851Medical 209$ 75$ 582$ 575$ 253$ 933$ 174$ 606$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 3,407Dental -$ -$ -$ 1,006$ 900$ -$ 252$ 407$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,565Clothing 533$ 496$ 298$ 300$ 520$ 633$ 250$ 572$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 3,602Burial 500$ 1,735$ 1,200$ 600$ 1,800$ 600$ 2,255$ 600$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 9,290Bus Pass 100$ 175$ 230$ 125$ 150$ 200$ 100$ 105$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,185Auto Repair 531$ 927$ 1,674$ 2,063$ 872$ 1,614$ 1,188$ 489$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 9,358Gasoline 110$ 269$ 110$ 123$ 110$ 326$ 391$ 247$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,686Food 1,018$ 1,406$ 779$ 1,294$ 1,642$ 2,010$ 1,897$ 1,228$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 11,274Union Dues -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Occupation Certification -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Bus Ticket Home -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Appliances -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0TOTALS $12,701 $18,881 $13,177 $12,568 $13,947 $24,133 $18,831 $17,026 $0 $0 $0 $0 $131,264












Revenue total 318,000.00 180,228.60 56.7% 137,771.40


5101 Regular Salaries 25,835.00 22,873.57 88.5% 2,961.43 5102 Overtime Pay 0.00 478.88 100.0% (478.88) 5201 Industrial Insurance 385.00 350.78 91.1% 34.22 5202 Social Security 1,977.00 1,816.05 91.9% 160.95 5203 PERS Retirement 2,888.00 2,607.38 90.3% 280.62 5229 Benefit Bucket 4,620.00 3,704.04 80.2% 915.96 5311 Office Supplies 1,000.00 1,161.16 116.1% (161.16) 5413 Medical, Dental 0.00 800.00 100.0% (800.00) 5415 Management Consulting 267,836.00 157,137.61 58.7% 110,698.39 5419 Professional Services 350.00 - 0.0% 350.00 5425 Postage 100.00 36.81 36.8% 63.19 5431 Mileage 500.00 179.66 35.9% 320.34 5432 Travel 200.00 129.89 64.9% 70.11 5433 Per Diem 0.00 69.00 100.0% (69.00) 5438 Non-Employee Mileage 250.00 - 0.0% 250.00 5441 Advertising 0.00 1,556.88 100.0% (1,556.88) 5451 Operating Rentals 1,000.00 581.38 58.1% 418.62 5499 Other Miscelleneous 4,276.00 191.13 4.5% 4,084.87 5912 I/F IS Service Charges 2,983.00 1,988.64 66.7% 994.36 5921 I/F Communication 478.00 - 0.0% 478.00 5922 I/F IS Projects 390.00 244.00 62.6% 146.00 5996 Indirect Cost Allocation 2,932.00 2,199.00 75.0% 733.00

Expense total 318,000.00 198,105.86 62.3% 119,894.14



2016 Veterans Relief Fund BudgetAs of August 31, 2016

Veterans Advisory Board The purpose and establishment of the Veteran’s Advisory Board is to advise the

Board of County Commissioners on the needs of local indigent veterans, the resources available to local indigent veterans, and the programs that could benefit the needs of local indigent veterans and their families.

* = Action Item

BOARD MEETING

DATE: Wednesday, October 12, 2016 TIME: 5:30 p.m. LOCATION: Harrison Medical Center, Iris Room, Silverdale, WA _________________________________________________________________

A G E N D A




4. Approval of Minutes for September 14, 2016* VAB

5. Guest Speaker: Helen Smythe, Project/Event Manager, Heartbeat Serving WoundedWarriors

6. Reportsa. Veterans Assistance Fund (documents provided in packet)b. Committee Reports (Five Minutes Each)

• The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma David Borders • Stand Down Wayne Hammock • Veteran Housing Wayne Hammock • Project Victory Garden Larry Cleman • Survey Sam Powers • Veterans Court Wayne Hammock

7. Old Businessa. CBOC update

8. New Businessa. VAB retreat on November 5 – Michelle


10. Next meeting time and place – 0800 – 1200; November 5, 2016, Building 9, 1141 BeachDrive East, Retsil, WA

11. Adjourn

Veterans Assistance Fund Monthly Report September 2016


• Rent - $8,975.46 • PSE - $1,752.84 • Natural Gas - $248.30 • Heating Oil - $899.41 • Water - $407.02 • Waste Management - $92.34 • Phone - $121.82 • Medical - $205.54 • Dental - $241.01 • Burial - $600 • Clothing - $393.07 • Bus Pass - $125 • Auto Repair - $387.74 • Union Dues - $658.99 • Food (includes hygiene and cleaning supplies)- $869.35


• King County VAF • Snohomish County VAF • Burial/Funeral Resources • Food Banks/Free Meal sites • VIP • VHOG • Housing Solutions Center • Kitsap Mental Health • Salvation Army/St. Vincent De Paul/DSHS • Lions Club • Employment Resources/Work Source • American Financial Solutions/Budgeting Classes • WDVA/Building 9 • 211 Resource Line • Senior Information and Assistance/Resources • Legal Resources • Domestic Violence Classes/Resources

$ Value of referrals outside of KCR - $3,890 $ Value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) – $49,876 46 phone calls were fielded seeking information outside of assistance fund Please note, many times I will refer an individual but never find out the outcome of that referral so this figure is not properly represented. This figure represents referrals I know the outcome of. Total YTD applications received: 354 Total YTD applications accepted: 346 Total YTD applications denied: 8 Total YTD New Clients: 83 Total YTD General Discharges: 11 Total YTD clients served (Unduplicated Number): 209 September Application Breakdown (New applicants only):

• DAV #5 – 9 applications



Jan-16 Feb-16 Mar-16 Apr-16 May-16 Jun-16 Jul-16 Aug-16 Sep-16 Oct-16 Nov-16 Dec-16 Total 2016Rent 4,567$ 8,350$ 2,675$ 2,425$ 4,347$ 12,161$ 4,292$ 10,172$ 8,975$ -$ -$ -$ 57,964Hotel 1,230$ 300$ 924$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 350$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 2,804PSE 3,225$ 4,532$ 3,337$ 3,503$ 2,898$ 3,856$ 6,357$ 1,709$ 1,753$ -$ -$ -$ 31,170Natural Gas 95$ 53$ 929$ -$ -$ 83$ 31$ 120$ 248$ -$ -$ -$ 1,559Propane -$ 198$ -$ -$ 68$ 368$ 52$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 686Heating Oil -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 899$ -$ -$ -$ 899Wood for Heat/ Pellets -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Waste Management 136$ -$ 200$ 103$ -$ 475$ 560$ 112$ 92$ -$ -$ -$ 1,678Water 383$ 303$ 208$ 420$ 387$ 213$ 806$ 238$ 407$ -$ -$ -$ 3,365Sewer -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 295$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 295Phone 64$ 62$ 31$ 31$ -$ 366$ 226$ 71$ 122$ -$ -$ -$ 973Medical 209$ 75$ 582$ 575$ 253$ 933$ 174$ 606$ 206$ -$ -$ -$ 3,613Dental -$ -$ -$ 1,006$ 900$ -$ 252$ 407$ 241$ -$ -$ -$ 2,806Clothing 533$ 496$ 298$ 300$ 520$ 633$ 250$ 572$ 393$ -$ -$ -$ 3,995Burial 500$ 1,735$ 1,200$ 600$ 1,800$ 600$ 2,255$ 600$ 600$ -$ -$ -$ 9,890Bus Pass 100$ 175$ 230$ 125$ 150$ 200$ 100$ 105$ 125$ -$ -$ -$ 1,310Auto Repair 531$ 927$ 1,674$ 2,063$ 872$ 1,614$ 1,188$ 489$ 388$ -$ -$ -$ 9,746Gasoline 110$ 269$ 110$ 123$ 110$ 326$ 391$ 247$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 1,686Food 1,018$ 1,406$ 779$ 1,294$ 1,642$ 2,010$ 1,897$ 1,228$ 869$ -$ -$ -$ 12,143Union Dues -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 659$ -$ -$ -$ 659Occupation Certification -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Bus Ticket Home -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Appliances -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0TOTALS $12,701 $18,881 $13,177 $12,568 $13,947 $24,133 $18,831 $17,026 $15,977 $0 $0 $147,241












Revenue total 318,000.00 187,256.17 58.9% 130,743.83


5101 Regular Salaries 25,835.00 25,267.97 97.8% 567.03 5102 Overtime Pay 0.00 478.88 100.0% (478.88) 5201 Industrial Insurance 385.00 387.39 100.6% (2.39) 5202 Social Security 1,977.00 2,003.05 101.3% (26.05) 5203 PERS Retirement 2,888.00 2,875.08 99.6% 12.92 5229 Benefit Bucket 4,620.00 4,214.09 91.2% 405.91 5311 Office Supplies 1,000.00 1,161.16 116.1% (161.16) 5413 Medical, Dental 0.00 800.00 100.0% (800.00) 5415 Management Consulting 267,836.00 180,281.37 67.3% 87,554.63 5419 Professional Services 350.00 - 0.0% 350.00 5425 Postage 100.00 36.81 36.8% 63.19 5431 Mileage 500.00 179.66 35.9% 320.34 5432 Travel 200.00 129.89 64.9% 70.11 5433 Per Diem 0.00 69.00 100.0% (69.00) 5438 Non-Employee Mileage 250.00 - 0.0% 250.00 5441 Advertising 0.00 1,556.88 100.0% (1,556.88) 5451 Operating Rentals 1,000.00 627.08 62.7% 372.92 5499 Other Miscelleneous 4,276.00 516.13 12.1% 3,759.87 5912 I/F IS Service Charges 2,983.00 2,237.22 75.0% 745.78 5921 I/F Communication 478.00 - 0.0% 478.00 5922 I/F IS Projects 390.00 274.50 70.4% 115.50 5996 Indirect Cost Allocation 2,932.00 2,199.00 75.0% 733.00

Expense total 318,000.00 225,295.16 70.8% 92,704.84



2016 Veterans Relief Fund BudgetAs of September 30, 2016




* = Action Item

BOARD MEETING

DATE: Wednesday, December 14, 2016 TIME: 5:30 pm LOCATION: American Legion Post 30, 615 Kendall Street, Port Orchard

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4. Approval of Minutes for November 5, 2016* VAB 5. Guest Speaker: Erika Williams, Washington State Department of Social and Health

Services, Program Administrator/Division of Child Support, Economic Services Administration

6. Reports

a. Veterans Assistance Fund (documents provided in packet) b. Committee Reports (Five Minutes Each)

• The Unforgotten, Run to Tahoma David Borders • Stand Down Wayne Hammock, Jack James • Veteran Housing Wayne Hammock • Project Victory Garden Larry Cleman • Veterans Court Wayne Hammock

7. Old Business

a. CBOC update

8. New Business a. Review/Update 2016 Work Plan – Board members b. Chair Election - Nominating Committee


10. Next meeting time and place – 5:30 pm; January 11, 2017; WorkSource/Kitsap Room,

1300 Sylvan Way, Bremerton 11. Adjourn

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DRAFT Saturday, November 5, 2016, 8:00 am

WA Veterans Home, Building 9, 1141 Beach Drive East, Retsil, WA

CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order by Michelle Hodges at 8:00 AM. ANNOUNCEMENTS / INTRODUCTIONS: Self introductions were made. APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Larry Cleman made a motion to approve the agenda and Bob Theal seconded. Motion Passed. APPROVAL OF October 12, 2016 MINUTES – Gary Trudeau made a motion to approve the minutes and Jack James seconded. Motion Passed. Retreat Agenda:

a. Review/Update VAB By-Laws – The Board determined no changes were necessary at this time.

b. Review/Update Policies and Procedures Manual – a. Para 2.2 – Include definition of veteran (per RCW 73.08.005) versus

referencing the RCW. Bob Theal made a motion to change; the Board seconded. Motion Passed.

b. Para 2.6 – Raise income levels to 200%. Larry Cleman made a motion to NOT change; the Board seconded. Motion Passed.

c. ADD Para 2.6.2.1.2, “Assets;” applicant may have up to $3000 in cash, savings, CD, and checking to remain eligible for VAF. Michelle made a motion to change; the Board seconded. Motion Passed.

d. Para 2.6.3 – Include a deduction of health insurance from income eligibility. The Board determined a homeless or low income veteran is not paying health insurance out of pocket. Jack James made a motion to NOT change; the Board seconded. Motion Passed.

e. Para 3.2 – Raise the level of compensation from $900 per year to $1100. Michelle made a motion to change; the Board seconded. Motion Passed.

f. Para 4.3 and 4.4 – In addition to Veterans Service Officers, rewrite to include other ‘entry points’ (Kitsap Rescue Mission, WorkSource, Salvation Army, etc.) to assist veterans in completing the VAF application paperwork. Harry Gilger made a motion to change; the Board seconded. Motion Passed.

g. Para 4.5 – DELETE rental assistance for local posts or chapters. Harry Gilger made a motion to delete; the Board seconded. Motion Passed.

h. Revise, streamline, and simplify the VAF application. Gary Trudeau made a motion to change the application; the Board seconded. Motion Passed. Stacey and Garry Hughes will work collaboratively with the VSOs to complete a more user friendly application.

i. An additional recommendation was made to prepare manuals for agencies on the VAF application process and how to assist veterans. Stacey and Garry Hughes will work collaboratively with the VSOs to complete a standardized product.

c. Review/Update 2016 Work Plan – Due to time constraints, the Board opted to review the Work Plan during the December VAB meeting

d. Chair Election – A nominating committee was appointed and will follow up with the VAB during the December VAB meeting.

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Old Business:

a. CBOC – The VAB was previously informed when a site for the new CBOC was selected, the VA had 18 months to open the new facility’s doors. The site was identified in October 2015, yet there has been little visible indication of construction. There has been no further information from the VA, Rep. Kilmer’s office, or Senator Murray’s office. Board members were encouraged to reach out and ask for information from their representatives.

New Business: N/A Good of the Order/Announcements:

• Larry Handel shared ‘Quilts of Valor Foundation’ are expanding beyond veterans serving in combat. He recommended families of deceased veterans at the “Run to Tahoma.” The foundation can be contacted at: www.govf.gov; Barbara Backhous, [email protected].

• Jack James expressed his thanks & appreciation to the board members who volunteered during the Stand Down in October. He is preparing a comprehensive list of volunteers and contact info for KAVA and the VAB for the 2017 Stand Downs.

• Jack added there are 17 veterans participating in Veterans Court. Randy Viers’ position as the Veterans Court Mentor Coordinator is gone but he and another veteran are volunteering to fill the gap. A mentor packet is being prepared to provide guidance, information, and continuity, based on the national training conducted recently in Spokane.

• Mellisa reported there is no Veterans Court on 11/11, but Judge Dalton will see sanctions only on Thursday, 11/10 at 9 am in room 270 at the County Court House.

• Jack mentioned a veteran friend has a new motorized wheelchair he wishes to donate to a veteran or veteran organization. According to Harry Gilger, Martha & Mary’s or the MS Society could possibly use it.

• Greg Warner shared the VFW 2669 is hosting “Bowling for Vets” fundraiser at the Hi Joy Bowl in Port Orchard on November 12 at noon.

• Jack James reminded the VAB of the Veterans Day event at the Kitsap Sun Pavilion on 11/11 – doors open at 9 and the ceremony begins at 10:30. Jack, the key note speaker, will focus on Kitsap veterans past and present, Kitsap veteran memorials, and services/resources for veterans in Kitsap County. The VAB will also have a table during the event ~ Larry Cleman, Gary, Clive, and Harry expressed a desire to volunteer.

The next VAB meeting is on December 14, 2016, American Legion Post 30, 615 Kendall Street, Port Orchard (across from Givens baseball field). ADJOURNMENT: Meeting adjourned at 11:45 AM. ATTENDANCE:

MEMBERS GUESTS STAFF Present Michelle Hodges (Chair) Larry Cleman Bob Theal

Garry Hughes – KCR, Veterans Family Development Specialist

Stacey James

http://www.govf.gov/

mailto:[email protected]

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Harry Gilger Greg Warner Larry Handel Clive Stewart Jack James David Borders Mellisa Duffy Rudy Muriel Gary Trudeau Absent/Excused Wayne H. (excused) Gordon Jacobson (excused) Tony Murkins

Veterans Assistance Fund Monthly Report November 2016


• Rent - $6,240 • Hotel Stay - $897.50 • PSE - $1,005.07 • Natural Gas - $117.52 • Water - $390.07 • Sewer - $146.01 • Waste Management - $85.72 • Medical - $373.68 • Burial - $600 • Clothing - $87.79 • Bus Pass - $75 • Auto Repair - $880.91 • Gasoline - $132.64 • Food (includes hygiene and cleaning supplies)- $1,249.32

Of those that were served out of the Assistance Fund some were given information on other KCR programs as well KCR $ value of referrals – $7,428 KCR $ value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) - $80,770 Applications Denied: 0

• 1 individual denied due to being over-income Of those Veterans served out of the assistance fund all were referred to other programs and given resources outside of KCR as well:

• Pierce County VAF • King County VAF • Cowlitz County VAF • Navy/Marine Corps Relief Society • Food Banks/Free Meal sites • Housing Solutions Center • VHOG • Salvation Army/St. Vincent De Paul/DSHS • Senior Resources • Salvation Army/St. Vincent De Paul/DSHS • Kinship Program • Employment Resources/Work Source • Christmas Gift Giving Programs for Children • WDVA/Building 9 • 211 Resource Line • Kitsap Mental Health

• Veterans Crisis Line

$ Value of referrals outside of KCR - $4,240 $ Value of referrals YTD (January 2016 – Present) – $59,228 41 phone calls were fielded seeking information outside of assistance fund Please note, many times I will refer an individual but never find out the outcome of that referral so this figure is not properly represented. This figure represents referrals I know the outcome of. Total YTD applications received: 426 Total YTD applications accepted: 417 Total YTD applications denied: 9 Total YTD New Clients: 99 Total YTD General Discharges: 14 Total YTD clients served (Unduplicated Number): 258 November Application Breakdown (New applicants only):

• DAV #5 – 8 applications • VFW 2669 – 1 application



Jan-16 Feb-16 Mar-16 Apr-16 May-16 Jun-16 Jul-16 Aug-16 Sep-16 Oct-16 Nov-16 Dec-16 Total 2016Rent 4,567$ 8,350$ 2,675$ 2,425$ 4,347$ 12,161$ 4,292$ 10,172$ 8,975$ 5,046$ 6,240$ -$ 69,250Hotel 1,230$ 300$ 924$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 350$ -$ -$ 898$ -$ 3,702PSE 3,225$ 4,532$ 3,337$ 3,503$ 2,898$ 3,856$ #### 1,709$ 1,753$ 3,078$ #### -$ 35,253Natural Gas 95$ 53$ 929$ -$ -$ 83$ 31$ 120$ 248$ 24$ 118$ -$ 1,701Propane -$ 198$ -$ -$ 68$ 368$ 52$ -$ -$ 427$ -$ -$ 1,113Heating Oil -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 899$ -$ -$ -$ 899Wood for Heat/ Pellets -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Waste Management 136$ -$ 200$ 103$ -$ 475$ 560$ 112$ 92$ -$ 86$ -$ 1,764Water 383$ 303$ 208$ 420$ 387$ 213$ 806$ 238$ 407$ 320$ 390$ -$ 4,075Sewer -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 295$ -$ -$ -$ 225$ 146$ -$ 666Phone 64$ 62$ 31$ 31$ -$ 366$ 226$ 71$ 122$ 32$ -$ -$ 1,005Medical 209$ 75$ 582$ 575$ 253$ 933$ 174$ 606$ 206$ 162$ 374$ -$ 4,149Dental -$ -$ -$ 1,006$ 900$ -$ 252$ 407$ 241$ -$ -$ -$ 2,806Clothing 533$ 496$ 298$ 300$ 520$ 633$ 250$ 572$ 393$ 595$ 88$ -$ 4,678Burial 500$ 1,735$ 1,200$ 600$ 1,800$ 600$ #### 600$ 600$ -$ 600$ -$ 10,490Bus Pass 100$ 175$ 230$ 125$ 150$ 200$ 100$ 105$ 125$ 56$ 75$ -$ 1,441Auto Repair 531$ 927$ 1,674$ 2,063$ 872$ 1,614$ #### 489$ 388$ 799$ 881$ -$ 11,426Gasoline 110$ 269$ 110$ 123$ 110$ 326$ 391$ 247$ -$ 82$ 133$ -$ 1,901Food 1,018$ 1,406$ 779$ 1,294$ 1,642$ 2,010$ #### 1,228$ 869$ 1,344$ #### -$ 14,736Union Dues -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 659$ -$ -$ -$ 659Occupation Certification -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Bus Ticket Home -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0Appliances -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ 0TOTALS $12,701 $18,881 $13,177 $12,568 $13,947 $24,133 $18,831 $17,026 $15,977 $12,190 $12,283 $0 $171,714







2011 Applications 67 76 81 74 73 76 59 83 81 69 64 19 822

2011 New clients 23 27 26 27 23 26 15 30 28 22 28 13 288




Jan-15 Feb-15 Mar-15 Apr-15 May-15 Jun-15 Jul-15 Aug-15 Sep-15 Oct-15 Nov-15 Dec-15 Total 2015Rent -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Mortgage -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Hotel -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ PSE -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Natural Gas -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Propane -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Heating Oil -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Wood for Heat/ Pellets -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Waste Management -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Water -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Sewer -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Phone -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Medical -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Dental -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Clothing -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Burial -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Bus Pass -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Auto Repair -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Gasoline -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Food -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Driver's License/ID -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Union Dues -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Occupation Certification -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Bus Ticket Home -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ Appliances -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ -$ TOTALS $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0

2015 Value of Referrals 2015 Value of Referrals Combined value of refferals YTD: to KCR Programs YTD: $ outside of KCR YTD: $






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