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CONTRA COSTA WINTER NIGHTS PROGRAM Winter Protection
CONTRA COSTA WINTER NIGHTS PROGRAM For Homeless Families and Seniors BUSINESS PLAN 2007 - 2008 A Project of the Social Justice Alliance of the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County 1 TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction …………………………………………………………………... 3 Executive Summary ………………………………………………… ………… 3 Mission and Objective ……………………………………………………….… 4 History of the Program …………………………………………………………. 4 Organizational Structure ………………………………………………………… 5 Program Authority and Responsibility……………………………………………5 Shelter Facilities..………………………………………………………………… 6 The Program ……………………………………………………………………... 7 Program Monitoring and Quality Assurance ……………………………………...9 Eligibility Criteria ……………………………………………………………… 9 Screening Procedures …………………………………………………………… 10 Safety and Security ……………………………………………………………… 11 Staffing ………………………………………………………………………….. 12 Communication Strategies ………………………………………………………. 17 Budget …………………………………………………………………………… 18 How you can help ……………………………………………………………… 19 Appendix A Interfaith Council Executive Committee and Membership ……… 20 2 INTRODUCTION This handbook outlines the business plan to be implemented by the Homeless Summit, a working committee of the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County, for the Winter Nights Program, 2006. It provides basic information about the Program mission and objective, history, organizational structure, facility, monitoring, eligibility criteria, screening procedures, safety and security, staffing, communication strategies, and budget. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Winter Nights Program is a volunteer effort under the auspices of the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County funded by contributions from faith congregations, foundations, and individuals in Contra Costa County. This effort grows out of a belief in the basic dignity of all. We believe that all who live in a society are connected to one another by our common humanity, and that a society works best when all its members share in its resources. We believe that generously sharing resources ensures that every member of a society has access to what is required to meet basic human needs and to live in dignity. We recognize that for some, difficult or even insurmountable barriers stand in the way of this simple goal of a decent life. Thus, we believe that those of us who are privileged to live in comfort and security have a responsibility to reach out to assist others in distress, sharing our bounty. This Program strives to reach out to some of the most unfortunate and desperate members of our communities. The Program provides shelter for homeless families with children and ambulatory elders capable of self-care. It operates from mid -October through the end of April. On a rotating basis, congregational facilities serve as a shelter and are staffed by qualified paid professionals and volunteers. The Program's goal is to provide protection from the elements for some of the county's most vulnerable homeless individuals, namely children and elders. Additionally, it is anticipated that support for basic needs will assist these individuals and families to make progress toward their goal of permanent housing. The Program facility hours of operation are 5:30 pm to 6:30 am weekdays and 24 hours on Saturday and Sunday. The Program offers participants with a hot evening meal and a cold breakfast provided by the host congregation. Case management services may be available. On weekdays, participants may participate in the daytime oasis program at the St. Vincent DePaul offices in Pittsburg. It provides resources to support job and permanent housing searches. Equipment for the care of small children by their parents will be available. Some congregations may provide weekend activities on-site or in the community for residents who wish to participate. All participating clients are screened as described in the section: Screening Procedures. Applicants who have not undergone Screening Procedures will not be permitted to participate in the Program. All clients are informed of and required to abide by the Client Participation Guidelines, contained in an accompanying document. The Council has established these guidelines to ensure a safe and orderly environment for all. Continued 3 participation in the Program is dependent on the client's acceptance and compliance with these guidelines. Health and safety considerations in the operation and maintenance of the facilities are a primary concern. The Council has developed qualifications and job descriptions for the paid professional staff and volunteer staff as set forth in the section: Staffing. All staff and clients are instructed with regard to Program policies and procedures, including safety and emergency plans. Volunteers are instructed in their responsibilities and the boundaries of their role, and clients are informed fully about the Client Participation Guidelines. Records of operation are maintained, and ongoing and final evaluations are conducted to ensure prompt and effective problem-solving and identification of opportunities to improve the Program. The Council will maintain open communications regarding the Program with interested parties, including local government officials, the local community, professional and volunteer staff, congregations, and partner organizations. A variety of mechanisms have been developed to facilitate these communications. See Communications section. Program fundraising and financial matters are managed by the Interfaith Council. MISSION To protect homeless families and seniors from winter weather by providing shelter in a clean, safe and warm environment. Objective To organize, fund, and operate a program that will provide temporary nighttime shelter from mid October to late April for families with children and ambulatory elders in Contra Costa County who are experiencing homelessness. HISTORY OF THE PROGRAM The Winter Nights Program began operation in November, 2004 and has built upon the experience gained by faith communities in the past in another effort to house those experiencing homelessness. Preceded by the Family Employment Resources Service Together Emergency Shelter Program (FERST), many of the same congregations came together to implement the Winter Nights Program. As the waiting list for shelter beds grew longer, members of the faith community joined with homeless service providers to form the Homeless Summit, under the sponsorship of the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County, to raise funds and once again develop a program to address the issue of homelessness in our community. As we enter our fourth year of operation, we continue building and enriching the program to improve our services and more fully address unmet needs of our homeless families and seniors. 4 ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE Under the sponsorship of the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County, the Homeless Summit operates the Winter Nights Program. The Homeless Summit is a coalition of interested businesses, community organizations, congregations, individuals and government representatives. Leadership for the Summit and the Program is provided by the Steering Committee of the Winter Nights Program. PROGRAM AUTHORITY AND RESPONSIBILITY The Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County (I4C) is an autonomous local organization solely governed by its own Executive Committee, elected by the membership at the Council's annual meeting. The Executive Committee of the Interfaith Council meets monthly. Other program areas include Health and Faith in Action, Social Justice, Finance, Spirituality, Youth and Education. The Rev. Brian Stein-Webber serves as Executive Director. There are more than 102 congregations and organizations holding membership and affiliation from a wide range of faith traditions. See Appendix A for members and officers of the Executive Committee and a list of members of the Council. The Interfaith Council: Sponsors the Homeless Summit Holds fiduciary responsibility for the Winter Nights Program Accounts for receipt of donations and disbursement of funds Acknowledges donations Approves the budget and guidelines for distribution of funds, in consultation with the Homeless Summit, through the Winter Nights Executive Committee. Provides insurance coverage for the program Facilitates communication between the Homeless Summit and Interfaith Council congregations Homeless Summit The Homeless Summit includes 25 congregations and other faith organizations, Loaves & Fishes, St. Vincent DePaul, government agency staff, the League of Women Voters of Diablo Valley, Shelter Inc., businesses, and some 200 volunteers. Morrison & Foerster provides pro bono legal services. The Homeless Summit: Advocates for services for the homeless Establishes the Executive Committee of the Winter Nights Program and identifies an Executive Director for the Program Develops the Program Business Plan Administers the Winter Nights Program through the Executive Director in conjunction with the Winter Nights Executive Committee The Winter Nights Steering Committee: 5 Identifies a Program Manager for the Winter Nights Program Approves job descriptions for the Program Manager, and other paid professional and volunteer staff (See Staffing section for duties) Recruits, employs, and coordinates professional staff Establishes operational policies and procedures for management of the Program Establishes eligibility criteria and client application and screening procedures Recruits volunteer congregations to house the program on a rotating basis Prepares the annual budget. Coordinates operations with other community organizations and local government Reviews records of operations and evaluates the program Secures funding for the Program Communicates with local government, the media and members of the community (See Communications section for more information) SHELTER FACILITIES The Program will be housed in the facilities of volunteer faith congregations in central and east Contra Costa County. Each facility will provide a space that can accommodate up to 30 persons and permits effective supervision by professional and volunteer staff. It will include sufficient rest rooms to serve the number of clients admitted. If sufficient shower facilities do not exist on site, arrangements will be made with a nearby, convenient organization, such as a recreational facility, to provide them. The facilities will have simple cooking facilities to permit serving meals prepared elsewhere, warming baby food, and preparing warm beverages. Some congregations may prepare meals on site, if they possess the necessary equipment and space. Each facility must comply with health and safety regulations, fire code and other regulatory requirements of the jurisdiction in which it exists. A primary consideration is that the facility will provide a clean, safe, and warm environment. The program will be in operation at such facilities from approximately mid October through late Apr. Operating hours during this period will be from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. Monday through Friday, and 24 hours on Saturday and Sunday. Some congregations may provide daytime weekend activities for clients requiring them. No clients will remain in the facility during non-operating hours. THE PROGRAM The Winter Nights Program will provide a clean, safe, and warm facility at night during winter for homeless families with children and for homeless seniors. The Program will serve up to 30 persons at any given time during the operating season. Initially, entrance into the program will be staged, in order to ensure an orderly entry process and orientation. No more than15 people will be admitted at any one time. Clients are referred to the Program by social service agencies in the county. 6 All residents of the shelter must adhere to strict rules regarding their behavior as outlined in the Client Participation Guidelines. Failure to meet these behavioral standards can result in removal from the program as determined by the Program Manager on recommendation of the professional staff. Some violations result in immediate dismissal; others will result in a written warning. Decisions regarding removal from the program may be appealed in writing to the Executive Director. For details regarding procedures for determining rule violation, removal from facility, and appeals process, please see Appendix A, Client Participation Guidelines. Length of stay in the Program will vary depending on the needs of the individual or family. It is anticipated that not all clients will require program services for the full duration of operations. Some will achieve their goal of permanent housing in shorter periods of time. Adults, including seniors, are required to work their way towards self-sufficiency and housing. Resources available include program case management, participation in daytime multi-service programs, and the resources of the program daytime oasis site. Some clients are employed. All adults, including seniors will be referred to appropriate agencies and programs to assist them to achieve safe and stable housing. On entrance into the Program clients will be asked to verify in a signed statement that they will comply with the Client Participation Guidelines and that they will use available resources to work toward self-sufficiency and permanent housing. After a client has participated in the program for 30 days, progress toward that goal will be reviewed, and if the client is making progress, and commits to continue his efforts, another 30 days in the program will be authorized. Children continue to attend the schools where they have been registered prior to participating in the Program. Parents are responsible for the care and supervision of their children at all times, including during daytime hours. Transportation to and from the facility will be the responsibility of the clients. It is anticipated that some clients will have their own vehicles. For those who do not, transportation to the nearest public transportation will be provided. If further assistance is required, Program staff will refer clients to existing programs that provide BART and bus tickets. Transportation will be provided to assist parents in getting their children to the schools where they are registered. All vehicles parked at the rotating shelter facilities must be registered with the State and with the Program. The Program will maintain records of the registration information of all client vehicles. Ample parking is available at all sites, and no spillover parking onto adjacent streets is anticipated. Clients will receive a warm evening meal and a cold breakfast provided by the hosting congregations. Congregations will provide supplies for bag lunches that will be prepared by clients. Staff members will assist clients during mealtimes at the facility. No cooking by clients will be permitted. Volunteer staff will warm baby food and prepare coffee and other warm beverages for meals. Parents will be expected to provide food for babies. The Program provides clients with sleeping and restroom facilities. Shower accommodations will be on-site or provided at other nearby facilities through prior arrangements. The Program will supply air mattresses, bedding, towels, and basic toiletries. Female residents will provide their own feminine hygiene products and families 7 will provide diapers for their children. Clients may participate, on a volunteer basis, in clean-up activities of the facility, including cleaning of restroom facilities. They will be expected to maintain their own space and belongings in good order. Only limited amounts of personal belongings can be accommodated at the shelter sites. Residents who are ill will be placed in motels until they have recovered or, if necessary, will be hospitalized. In some instances, the Program may issue motel vouchers in the event a client becomes ill and cannot remain in the facility. Otherwise, costs of care are the responsibility of the client. Program staff will refer the client to public services and programs as the staff member deems appropriate. During the hours the shelter is not in operation, a daytime oasis site will be made available at another location to clients who are not employed, or do not have other planned activities. Resources for job search activities and care of small children will be available. Professional case management services will be provided by the Program. Clients will be invited to complete an exit survey when they leave the program to provide data to assess program performance, identify opportunities for quality improvement, and additional service needs of the clients. See Appendix B, Client Participation Guidelines for survey and Client Participation Guidelines for additional information. PROGRAM MONITORING AND QUALITY ASSURANCE To ensure that the Winter Nights program fulfills its mission and meets the needs of the clients according to the standards that have been set, the Program will engage in a continual process of monitoring operations. In addition, a Summary Program Evaluation will be conducted by the Executive Director and the Steering Committee. The Summary Evaluation will be reported to the Interfaith Council The Winter Nights Program will provide opportunities for clients of the facility, professional and volunteer staff, local government officials and local residents to register any complaints or problems that may arise with the operation of the Program. Records will be maintained of concerns expressed and actions taken in response. Such information will be included in the process of evaluating the program. (See communications section for more information). The Site Supervisor will maintain a record of daily operations, including number of clients served by category, professional staff on duty, number and names of volunteers present, information regarding referrals made, and any unusual events, such as illnesses identified, arrival of unscreened applicants, safety issues, disruptive events, etc. Clients will be encouraged to make suggestions and raise issues of concern with the Site Supervisor, the Program Manager, or the Executive Director. Any problems identified will be noted and corrected to ensure proper operation of the Program. Professional and volunteer staff will take immediate action to manage problems as they arise. Throughout the months of operation, regular staff meetings will be held to review Program operations and conduct future planning. It will be conducted by the Program 8 Manager in conjunction with the Executive Director and representatives of the Steering Committee, professional staff and representatives of hosting faith congregations. Faith congregations will be asked to submit an evaluation following completion of the week(s) in which they provide volunteer staff to the facility. The report should include a summary of the experience from the point of view of the volunteers, suggestions for improvement of operations, and any problems experienced. The information so obtained will be used on a continual basis to improve operations, and will be included in the summary evaluation of the Program. A voluntary exit survey will be conducted when clients leave the Program to assess Program success, opportunities for improvement, and further services required. Results will be included in the Summary Program Evaluation. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA The Winter Nights Program serves families with children and ambulatory individuals over the age of 65 who are capable of self-care. All clients must be clean and sober and adults must commit in writing for themselves and their family (See Appendix A, Client participation Guidelines) to comply with the behavioral standards of the facility as outlined in the Client Participation Guidelines. Continued participation in the program requires such ongoing compliance. In order to be determined eligible for participation in the Winter Nights Program, the applicant must meet the following basic criteria: Be a family with dependent children. Such a family is defined as one or two parents, with minor children present. The definition may be extended to include a grandparent or a guardian with children. Or, Be a senior who is ambulatory and capable of self-care, aged 65 or older Be deemed homeless. Homelessness is defined as no access to traditional or permanent housing. The homeless may be finding temporary or occasional shelter in cars, on the street, in places not meant for human habitation, or staying on a rotating basis with friends or relatives. They may be living in severely overcrowded units (more than one family per unit). Willing to commit in writing to comply with the Client Participation Guidelines Willing to work toward self-sufficiency and permanent housing In order to ensure that the Winter Nights Program is an appropriate placement for an applicant, all who apply will be asked to supply the following information. Those whose needs would be better met by another program or service will be referred during the screening process. Every application will be carefully evaluated on an individual basis. See Screening Section for more information regarding the screening process. Screening Information: Name, gender, age, date of birth, SSI number, and race/ethnicity of applicant, and all family members included in the application Family income source and amount 9 Emergency contact information Previous address Source of referral to program Medical status and immediate medical needs of all family members Current medications of all family members History of drug or alcohol addiction in any family member Schools in which school age children are enrolled Employment, if any Enrollment in social programs, especially those assisting return to permanent housing Veterans status Probation status Health insurance type, if any Willing to work toward self-sufficiency and permanent housing while in the Program SCREENING PROCEDURES Clients participating in the Winter Nights Program are screened prior to participation to ensure that they meet the Eligibility Criteria described above. The ultimate purpose of the screening procedure is to ensure that the needs of the clients accepted can be safely met within the limited resources of the Winter Nights Program. Screening procedures are described below. During the screening process, potential clients will be assured of their right of confidentiality, will be treated in a respectful manner with awareness of the great stress the clients are experiencing. Winter Nights Program Referrals: Families and individuals who meet the definitions of the clients to be served by the Winter Night Program are referred for evaluation by the Mountain View Family Shelters operated by Shelter, Inc., and other social service agencies. Initial screening: An initial screening will be conducted by phone to determine likely eligibility for the program, and avoid undue inconvenience to individuals already under great stress. Families and individuals who have special needs, such as disabilities or medical needs, that cannot be accommodated safely within the capabilities and resources of the Winter Nights, or who otherwise do not meet admission criteria will be referred to appropriate service providers and public programs for assistance. In-Person Screening: To determine acceptance into the Program, clients will be interviewed in person by the Program Manager to verify information obtained in the telephone screening and gather other information listed above under eligibility. If the applicant is denied admission to the Program they will be referred to other more appropriate services for assistance. Clients will be required to provide picture identification, or Drivers License, and vehicle registration documentation, which will be copied and placed in the client file. Applicants will be fully informed about the Client Participation Guidelines. The client will be expected to sign the Client Participation Guidelines Acceptance Form (See Appendix A Client Participation Guidelines). Active drug or alcohol abuse, as determined by 10 behavioral observation by the staff, presence of a disability that cannot be safely accommodated, or non-homelessness would result in disqualification. In the event admission is denied an appeal can be made in writing to the Executive Director, who will make the final determination. Intake Process: On first entry into the Shelter, all clients will meet with the Site Supervisor and screening information will be reviewed. Any medications in their possession will be recorded and stored for safety reasons. Staff will ensure that prohibited items, such as weapons or drugs are not brought into the facility. Clients will be fully oriented to shelter operations, layout of the facility, and emergency procedures. Any remaining questions regarding the Client Participation Guidelines will be answered. All individuals entering the facility will sign in and out on a daily basis. Parents will sign in for children. Health Considerations: Applicants to the Winter Nights program will provide initial information about the medical status of all family members during the screening process as described above. On entry into the shelter a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, will be conducted. Appropriate follow up will be provided in the event of a positive tuberculosis test result. Tuberculosis screening will be conducted by the Health Care for the Homeless Program of the Contra Costa Health Department at the shelter sites. Individuals who require medical care will be referred to County clinics or for emergency care at the county hospital as appropriate. Individuals with obvious signs or symptoms of active communicable illness that are deemed contagious or detrimental to the health of the client or others would result in the client not being admitted to the shelter, but given a motel voucher and referred to the appropriate medical facility for treatment. Clients accepted into the Program will be carefully observed for communicable illnesses, such as cold and flu, on a continual basis by the professional staff during their stay at the facility. Mental or addictive illness controlled by treatment is not a disqualifiying condition. Untreated mental and addictive illness, or symptoms raising safety concerns would constitute a special need requiring referral to treatment services and other programs during the screening process. Appeals Process: Applicants denied admission to the program may appeal the decision in writing to the Executive Director. Appeals will be granted if the applicant can demonstrate eligibility as stated in the Program Criteria. The Executive Director will make a final determination on the merits of the appeal. A decision will be made and communicated within 48 hours of receipt of the written appeal by the Program staff. SAFETY AND SECURITY In order to ensure the safety and security of the participants, staff and volunteers of the Winter Nights Program, as well as the safety and security of the surrounding community, the following actions will be taken and policies will be in force. Professional and volunteer staff and clients will be instructed in health and fire safety and plans for emergency evacuations. Appropriate signs, including exit signs, will be posted. A fire extinguisher will be placed by every exit door. First aid supplies, and other 11 emergency supplies for disaster preparedness will be on hand. Orientation to safety procedures and physical particulars will be provided to all clients at each new site. Client Participation Guidelines are designed to ensure the safety of all. Below are some of the standards the Program will implement and expect clients to follow (for a full discussion, see the Client Participation Guidelines handbook): Absolutely no alcohol or illegal drugs will be permitted. No weapons will be permitted. The facility will be smoke free. No open flame devices will be permitted. No visitors to the clients of the shelter will be permitted. Clients will be expected to remain in the shelter for the night once they have entered. No loitering or panhandling in the adjacent neighborhoods is permitted. The following policies and procedures will be maintained at the facility in order to ensure appropriate actions by the staff: Commitment to a safe and healthy workplace Responding to an Emergency o When to call the Program Director o Medical and psychiatric emergencies o Fire or explosion, including fire escape plan and fire extinguishers o Violent Situations and Civil Disturbances o Evacuation Recording and reporting of incidents All professional and volunteer staff will receive training in these policies and procedures. (See Appendix A) First Aid supplies will include: oral digital thermometer, assorted bandaids and sterile gauze bandages and pads, cold pack, gloves, tweezers. The following emergency supplies will be maintained in the facility: Flashlights and battery operated lanterns, batteries, radio and batteries, bottled water. STAFFING Program operations will be led and supervised by paid professional staff assisted by volunteer members of host congregations. One Site supervisor will be on duty during all hours of operation. The Program Manager will be on duty on a variable schedule, usually afternoon and early evening hours. All remaining staff will be volunteers. Job descriptions for professional and volunteer staff are included below. Congregations will volunteer to host the program for a specific week(s) during the months of operation, beginning on Monday. The congregation will be responsible for providing a designated volunteer coordinator, and other volunteer staff, including substitutes, when needed to conduct daily program operations. (See host congregation 12 manual for details). The hosting congregation will provide a minimum of two volunteer staff at all times. During night hours, it is preferred that at least one person of each gender is present. During evening hours it is recommended that 6 to 8 volunteers be on duty on various schedules to provide adequate personnel to welcome arriving participants, serve dinner and clean up, and supervise activities such as hygiene, homework, and recreation. If showers are provided off site additional volunteers may be required. No more volunteers than necessary should be scheduled to avoid overwhelming clients, who will require as restful an environment as possible. In addition, the congregations will provide volunteers to set up the shelter operation on the Monday of their assigned week, and to prepare equipment and supplies for transport to the next congregation on the following Monday. Volunteers will also be required to launder linens and transport them to the next host congregation. Volunteers will be instructed regarding their duties, emergency and safety procedures, and Client Participation Guidelines. See Appendix A. Job descriptions for professional and volunteer staff follow. Winter Nights Executive Director Executive Director Qualifications: Extensive experience in community organizations and communication with community and governmental officials Knowledge of homelessness and experience in programs advocating for the homeless. Baccalaureate degree Executive Director Duties: Secures funding for the program Serves as the primary communication channel between the program and local officials and communities Recruits volunteer host congregations Prepares and presents reports on operations to the Executive Committee of the Interfaith Council, funding sources, and local government officials Acts on any appeals of disciplinary actions per policy Supervises the Program Manager Participates in weekly staff meetings Conducts long range planning for the program The Executive Director will be available during business hours. Winter Nights Program Manager: Program Manager Qualifications: Baccalaureate degree in Social Work or other related field is preferred. 2 years of experience in programs for the homeless or residential treatment programs and college level work in Social Work or related field may be substituted for the baccalaureate degree Knowledge of substance abuse and mental health issues A combination of extensive relevant experience and related academic work may be substituted for a degree 13 Bilingual ability desirable Employment contingent on completion of TB test and fingerprint screen Program Manager Duties: Supervises Site Supervisors Provides training to Volunteer Coordinators Coordinates all activities with hosting congregations through the volunteer coordinator designated by each congregation Visits each site in advance of operations to ensure that preparations are thorough and appropriate Ensures that sufficient volunteers are recruited Coordinates facility needs, repairs, and resources Coordinates delivery and storage of donations Ensures that supplies and equipment are maintained and transported to scheduled shelter sites in a timely manner Conducts off site screening interviews with potential clients and orients to the Client Participation Guidelines Maintains client files Maintains client confidentiality at all times Establishes and maintains healthy and positive shelter environment Ensures health screens are conducted per policy. Coordinates with County officials as needed. Assists with making client referrals as needed Informs Executive Director on a regular basis of status of shelter operations Receives and acts on any appeals of admission decisions or disciplinary actions taken Maintains payroll records and submits to the Interfaith Council Reports to Steering Committee on operations; prepares summary reports Site Supervisor: Site Supervisor Qualifications: Demonstrated ability to manage operations of the shelter, based on at least two years paid, professional experience working with the homeless and/or in drug and alcohol programs College level academic work in Social work or related field is desirable Bilingual ability is desirable Employment is contingent on completion of TB test and a fingerprint scan. Site Supervisor Duties: Maintains clean, safe, healthy and positive shelter environment Conducts a house meeting for all clients at each new site to review client participation guidelines, safety procedures, and emergency procedures specific to that site. Maintains client confidentiality at all times 14 Orients new clients to the facility and reviews Client Participation Guidelines. Maintains client data collection system and daily record of operations Maintains client and volunteer sign in records Reports on a regular basis to Program Manager regarding status of shelter operation Reports repair and supply needs to the Program Manager Supervises and directs volunteers Orients volunteers to duties, the facility, health, safety and emergency plans, appropriate interactions with clients, and confidentiality requirements, as needed Manages any contingency situations, notifying the Program Manager and the Executive Director as indicated. Provides supervision of shelter participants. Deals with disputes between clients in a positive manner and diffuses potential stressful/hostile situations prior to occurrence whenever possible. Contacts Program Manager and police as needed Completes exit interviews with clients Manages storage of client medications Closes and locks facility at the end of operations daily A Site Supervisor with a cellular phone will be on hand to oversee operations whenever the Shelter is open. The professional staff will be awake at all times during night hours. Volunteer Staff: Each congregation will provide volunteers to staff the shelter under the direction of the Site Supervisors and the Program Manager. Each congregation will designate one volunteer to serve as the Volunteer Coordinator for the time period in which the congregation hosts the Program. Volunteer Staff Qualifications: Willingness to work in a respectful and supportive manner with homeless clients Willing to participate in training regarding shelter operations, health and safety plans, and Client Participation Guidelines Ability to understand and maintain appropriate professional boundaries with clients Volunteer Coordinator Qualifications: Availability to work closely with the Program manager and the Site Supervisor on duty Able to coordinate shelter requirements with other congregational activities and personnel. Able to coordinate and manage scheduling of congregation volunteers. Volunteer Coordinator Duties: o Works with Program Manager and Shelter supervisors to coordinate shelter operations with the needs of the congregation o Ensures that sufficient volunteers are recruited and substitutes are provided when necessary o Coordinates on site preparation of meals 15 o Arranges for daily cleaning of the shelter facilities after departure of the participants o Schedules volunteers to transport shelter equipment and supplies to the next hosting site. o Schedules volunteers to launder linens and transport to the next site. Other Volunteer Staff Duties under the direction of the professional staff: Assist with admission and daily sign in procedures Assist clients to settle into assigned space. Interact with clients to establish a welcoming and trusting environment. Maintain client confidentiality at all times. During the evening hours volunteers will serve dinner and supervise activities, including hygiene, homework, and children's leisure activities. Assist clients to prepare for lights out at 9:30 PM Overnight volunteers will be awakened as needed by the Site Supervisor to assist in supervision of the environment, ensure that safety is maintained and that client needs are met. Morning volunteers will serve a cold breakfast, and assist the clients to prepare for the day and leave the facility. Volunteers will clean the facility each morning after the clients have left. o Sleeping areas, offices, and children's corner will be vacuumed, mopped and dusted on a regular basis o Kitchen and bathrooms will be cleaned and restocked with supplies each day o Sheets and towels will be laundered as needed. Staff and Volunteer Orientation and Training Plans The Program Manager will ensure that training is provided to all professional and volunteer staff appropriate to the duties they will assume. The Program Manager will conduct initial training at each congregational site in advance of operations. Daily review of important issues will be conducted to ensure that all volunteers are fully informed. Content will be based on plans and materials used by Contra Costa County in providing training to county staff serving in programs for the homeless. The following topics are included: Client confidentiality Supportive and respectful interactions with clients Appropriate client/volunteer boundaries o Professional relationships o Sharing personal information o Use of Cell Phones Facility Orientation including safety provisions and location of all exits. Program operation Manual contents and location Duties Safety and security plans Location of First Aid Kit Location and cooperation of fire extinguishers Universal Precautions 16 Client Participation Guidelines Handling Client Medications COMMUNICATION STRATEGIES The Executive Director or the Program Manager may also be contacted at any time during business hours, and the professional staff on duty may be contacted during hours of operation. (See How You Can Help section for contact information). Program documents can be reviewed at www.cccwinternights.org All inquiries and concerns from whatever source will be addressed in a thorough and expeditious manner. Immediate response will be made to concerns whenever possible, and, when necessary, matters will be referred to the Executive Committee for action. Those who raise concerns will be informed of action taken in response within 48 hours of completion of investigation and action. Records of concerns and actions taken will be maintained (See Program Monitoring section). The Program will communicate with all members of the Homeless Summit through periodic meetings, and regular email updates distributed to all. The Program will communicate with faith congregations in the County through channels established by the Interfaith Council, including conveying information regarding contribution of funds and supplies and recruitment of Program volunteers. Communications with professional and volunteer staff will include training in regard to safety and emergency procedures, their responsibilities, and Client Participation Guidelines. (See Staffing Section). During the time they are in the facility, volunteer staff will be instructed and supervised by the Site Supervisor, and duties will be assigned as appropriate. Clients will be informed of the guidelines for participation, safety and emergency plans, consequences for inability to comply, and any information needed regarding the current status of Shelter operations. A voluntary exit survey will be conducted when clients leave the Program. See Client Participation Guidelines. The results of the survey will be included in the Summary Program Evaluation. 17 BUDGET FOR WINTER NIGHTS PROGRAM Mid-October 2007 through April 30 2008 Time Period: 6 1/2 Months ESTIMATED FUNDING: Beginning Balance 11,000.00 Contributions & Grants 121,500.00 TOTAL FUNDING 132,500.00 ESTIMATED EXPENSES: Program Personnel: Shelter: Program Manager 16,300.00 Site Supervisors (3) 50,000.00 Daytime Oasis Supervisor 15,600.00 Transportation Driver 11,800.00 Subtotal 93,700.00 Program Operations: Insurance 4,000.00 Transportation Expense: Gas & Maintenance 3,000.00 Bus & BART Tickets 7,000.00 Moving Day Expenses 300.00 Office Expense 1,000.00 Workers Compensation 800.00 16,100.00 Supplies: Replacement Mattresses 2,000.00 Individual Duffel Bags 2,000.00 Lap Top Computer 1,000.00 Vacuum Cleaner 300.00 Artificial Christmas Tree 150.00 5,450.00 Enrichment Field Trips to Movies & Cultural Events; Picnics 1,000.00 1,000.00 Miscellaneous Expenses Motel Vouchers 1,000.00 Showers 1,000.00 2,000.00 Subtotal of Expenses 118,250.00 Administrative Overhead (12%) 14,250.00 Interfaith Council for Service Rendered TOTAL EXPENSES: 132,500.00 18 HOW YOU CAN HELP Contributions should be sent to the Interfaith Council of Contra Costa, 1543 Sunnyvale Avenue, Walnut Creek, CA 94597-1903. In-Kind Contributions Are Sought For more information, to assist as a volunteer, to provide in-kind contributions, or to raise issues of concern contact Gwen Watson, Executive Director, at 925-930- 9965. For more information visit: www.cccwinternights.org 19 APPENDIX A Interfaith Council of Contra Costa County 7/19/2007 President Rabbi Raphael Asher (925) 933-5397 (Congregation B'nai Tikvah, W.C.) email@example.com 25 Hillcroft Way, W.C. 94597 Vice President The Rev. Will McGarvey (925) 439-9361 (Community Presbyterian Church, Pittsburg) firstname.lastname@example.com 200 East Leland Rd., Pittsburg 94565 Secretary Gail Rodens (Mt. Diablo UUC, W.C.) (925) 229-1277 798 Center Ave., Martinez 94553 email@example.com Treasurer The Rev. Hal Foster (925) 938-4123 (home) (Grace Presbyterian Church, W.C.) (925) 946-9401 (fax) 109 Vallecito Lane, W. C. 94596 email@example.com Jaleh Kilpatrick (925) 360-0448 (Baha'i Community) email@example.com 1420 Creekside Dr., W.C. 94596 Ms. Mary Lou Laubscher (925) 685-2332 (First Presbyterian, Concord) email@example.com 1122 Lovell Ct., Concord 94520 Dr. Harmesh Kumar (925) 356-0122 (Sikh Temple, Pittsburg) firstname.lastname@example.com 3582 Dumbarton St., Concord 94520 Francis Wang (925) 934--2411 (Buddha Gate Monastery) email@example.com 20 3254 Gloria Terrace, Lafayette 94549 Dr. Amer Araim (925) 934-1794 (Dar-ul-Islam Mosque, Concord) email@example.com 31 Midvale Court, W.C. 94596 Gwen Watson (925) 930-9965 (home) (Christ the King Catholic Church, P.H.) (925) 519-5882 (cell) 306 Maverick Ct., Lafayette 94549 firstname.lastname@example.com Linda Doran (925) 254-5608 (Church Women United) firstname.lastname@example.com P. O. Box 1047, Orinda 94563 Susan Randall (925) 374-7778 (P.H. 2nd Ward, Ch. Of Jesus Christ, LDS) email@example.com 827 Sage Drive, Martinez 94553 Sandy Vance (510) 336-2455 (First Ch. Of Christ, Scientist, Orinda) (415) 341-4453 22 Orinda Way, Orinda 94563 firstname.lastname@example.com The Rev. Margaretmary Staller (925) 682-3921 (St. Paul Episcopal Church, W.C.) email@example.com 4821 Wolf Way, Concord 94521 Jennifer Irvine Goto (925) 934-4208 (church) (Walnut Creek United Methodist Church) (925) 934-7472 (home) 1543 Sunnyvale Ave., W.C. 94597 email@example.com The Rev. Tom Bonacci (925) 778-0768 (church) (St. Ignatius Catholic Church) firstname.lastname@example.com 3351 Contra Loma Blvd., Antioch 94509 (925) 787-9279 (cell) 21 Org Pastor address city,st zip phone San Ramon Valley UMC Rev. Ron Dunn, Rev. Heather 902 Danville Blvd Alamo, CA 94507 925-837- Leslie Hammer 5243 First Baptist Church Rev. Patricia Ciupek 1800 Woodland Drive Antioch, CA 94509 925-757- 0305 First Congregational Church Rev. Christy Parks-Ramage 620 E. Tregallas Rd Antioch, CA 94509 925-757- 4094 St. George's Episcopal Church Interim 301 E. 13th Street Antioch, CA 94509 925-757- 4934 St. Ignatius of Antioch Church Rev. Thomas Bonacci 3351 Contra Loma Blvd. Antioch, CA 94509 925-778- 0768 St. John's Lutheran Church Rev. Linda Vogelgesang 1360 E. Tregallas Rd. Antioch, CA 94509 925-757- 3070 Brentwood Community UMC The Rev.Alexis Easton 809 Second St. Brentwood, CA 94513 Awakening Ron Valle, Mary Mohs 9701 Deer Valley Rd Brentwood, CA 94513 925-389- 6158 St. Alban's Episcopal Church Interim P.O. Box 101 Brentwood, CA 94513 925-634- 1893 Clayton Baha'i Community Theresa Slezak, Sec. P. O. Box 1042 Clayton, CA 94517 Clayton Valley Presbyterian Rev. Patricia Stout 1578 Kirker Pass Clayton, CA 94517 925-672- 4848 St. John's Episcopal Church Interim 5555 Clayton Road Clayton, CA 94517 925-672- 8855 Chestnut Avenue Community Rev. France Marcott 3525 Chestnut Ave Concord, CA 94519 925-686- Church 1400 Concord Baha'i Community P. O. Box 21453 Concord, CA 94521 925-672- 9609 Concord United Methodist Church Dr. Robert Kirk 1645 West Street Concord, CA 94521 925-685- 5260 Dar-ul-Islam Mosque Dr. Amer Araim 4115 Concord Blvd. Concord, CA 94519 925-798- 5558 First Christian Church Rev. Russ Peterman 3039 Willow Pass Road Concord, CA 94519 925-685- 7503 Contra Costa Religious Science Rev. Carole Anderson 186 Clayton Way Concord, CA 94519 925-363- 9070 First Lutheran Church Rev. James Mueller 4000 Concord Blvd Concord, CA 94519 925-671- 9942 22 First Presbyterian Church Revs. Bill and Pat Alexander 1965 Colfax Concord, CA 94520 925-676- 7177 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Rev. Eric Strom 4000 Clayton Road Concord, CA 94521 925-682- 8410 St. Agnes Catholic Church Fr. Jan Rudzewicz 3966 Chestnut Avenue Concord, CA 94519 925-689- 0838 St. Bonaventure Catholic Church Fr. Richard Mangini, Christa 5562 Clayton Road Concord, CA 94521 925-672- Fairfield 5800 St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Fr. Marin State 1955 Kirker Pass Rd Concord, CA 94521 925-676- 6967 St. Michael & All Angels Interim Maurice Turner 2900 Bonifacio St Concord, CA 94519 925-685- Episcopal 8859 Ygnacio Valley Presbyterian The Rev. Matt Prinz 2140 Minert Road Concord, CA 94518 925-682- Church 8254 Baha'i of Danville Tamara Hawkins, Secretary P.O. Box 1124 Danville, CA 94526 925-837- 3593 Community Presbyterian Church Rev. Scott Farmer 222 W. El Pintado Road Danville, CA 94526 925-837- 5525 Congregation Beth Chaim Rabbi Dan Goldblatt 1800 Holbrook Drive Danville, CA 94506 925-736- 7146 Danville Congregational Church Rev. Alan Kelchner, Rev. Laura 989 San Ramon Valley Danville, CA 94526 925-837- Barnes Blvd 6944 Danville Stake, Church of Jesus Bishop Steve Edgren 15 Elizabeth Lane Danville, CA 94526 925-831- Christ LDS 1949 First Church of Christ, Scientist Trinka Wasik 650 Danville Blvd. Danville, CA 94526 925-837- 1081 Peace Lutheran Church Rev. Steve Harms 3201 Camino Tassajara Danville, CA 94506 925-648- 7000 San Damiano Retreat Center PO Box 767 Danville, CA 94526 925-837- 9141 St. Timothy's Episcopal Church Rev. Steven R. Strane, Rev. 1550 Diablo Road Danville, CA 94526 925-837- Kathy Trapani 4993 Ik Onkar Peace Foundation Dr. Meji Singh 5570 Newfields Ln Dublin, CA 94538 El Cerrito United Methodist Rev. Dr. Hubert Ivery 6830 Stockton Ave. El Cerrito, CA 94530 510-525- Church 3500 Buddha Gate Monastery Ven. Jian Sheng, Abbess 3254 Gloria Terrace Lafayette, CA 94549 925-934- 2411 23 Lafayette Christian Church Rev. Faye Orton-Matthews, Rev. 584 Glenside Dr. Lafayette, CA 94549 925-283- Steven Heinerman 8304 Lafayette United Methodist Rev. Laurie Sawdon 955 Moraga Road Lafayette, CA 94549 925-284- Church 4765 Lafayette-Orinda Presbyterian Rev. Peter E. Whitelock 49 Knox Drive Lafayette, CA 94549 925-283- 8722 Our Savior's Lutheran Church Rev. Dan Senter 1035 Carol Lane Lafayette, CA 94549 925-283- 3722 St. Anselm's Episcopal Church Rev. John Sutton 682 Michael Lane Lafayette, CA 94549 925-284- 7420 Temple Isaiah of Lafayette Rabbi Roberto Graetz, Rabbi 3800 Mt. Diablo Blvd. Lafayette, CA 94549 925-283- Judy Shanks 8575 Baha'i of Martinez P. O. Box 2093 Martinez, CA 94553 First Baptist Church Rev. Jim Anderson 1802 Alhambra Avenue Martinez, CA 94553 925-228- 6457 First Congregational Church Rev. Norman Luecke 1229 Court Street Martinez, CA 94553 925-228- (UCC) 0549 First United Methodist Church Rev. Winston Cruz 100 Church Street Martinez, CA 94553 925-228- 1233 Grace Episcopal Church Rev. Jill Honodel P. O. Box 2338 Martinez, CA 94553 925-228- 6574 Moraga Valley Presbyterian Rev. James Rueb 10 Moraga Valley Lane Moraga, CA 94556 925-376- 4800 St. Giles' Episcopal Church Rev. Duane Sisson P.O. Box 187 Moraga, CA 94556 925-376- 5770 St. Monica's Catholic Church Rev. Paul Minnahan 1001 Camino Pablo Moraga, CA 94556 925-376- 6900 Baha'i Assembly of Orinda Pamela Carr, Secretary P. O. Box 64 Orinda, CA 94563 Church of Santa Maria Rev. Theodore Krause 40 Santa Maria Way Orinda, CA 94563 925-254- 2426 First Church of Christ, Scientist Greg Arthur 22 Orinda Way Orinda, CA 94563 Holy Shepherd Lutheran Church Rev. John Valentine 433 Moraga Way Orinda, CA 94563 925-254- 3422 Orinda Community Church (UCC) Rev. Frank Baldwin, Rev. Bryn 10 Irwin Way Orinda, CA 94563 925-254- Smallwood-Garcia 4906 St. Mark's United Methodist Rev. Mark Zier 451 Moraga Way Orinda, CA 94563 925-254- Church 5965 24 St. Stephen's Episcopal Church Rev. Larry Hunter, Rev. Jeff 66 St. Stephen's Drive Orinda, CA 94563 925-254- Littlefield 3770 St. Joseph Catholic Church Rev. Paul Schmidt 2100 Pear St Pinole, CA 94564 510-741- 4900 Baha'I of Pittsburg Diana Hudson 217 Heron Dr. Pittsburg, CA 94565 Community Presbyterian Church Rev.Will McGarvey 200 E. Leland Road Pittsburg, CA 94565 925-439- 9361 Pittsburg United Methodist Rev. Roger Kimble 153 W. Leland Road Pittsburg, CA 94565 925-432- Church 7614 St. Peter Martyr Catholic Church Fr. Ricardo Chaves, Carolyn 740 Black Diamond St Pittsburg, CA 94565 925-432- Krantz 4771 Shri Guru Ravidass Sabha Sikh Dr. Harmesh Kumar 2150 Crestview Dr. Pittsburg, CA 94565 Temple Stewart Memorial CME Lorie Hearn 580 Front Street Pittsburg, CA 94565 925-432- 3411 Baha'i Spiritual Assembly Walnut Creek, CA 94597 Christ the King Catholic Church Rev. Brian Joyce, Rev. Aidan 199 Brandon Road Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 925-682- McIntyre 2486 Episcopal Church of the Rev. Bruce Smith, Rev. Doug 399 Gregory Lane Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 925-685- Resurrection Bachman 2288 Faith Lutheran Church Rev. Thomas Norris 50 Woodsworth Lane Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 925-685- 7353 Hillcrest Congregational Church Rev. William G. Holliday 404 Gregory Lane Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 925-689- (UCC) 8260 St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church Rev. Sheldon R. White, Rev. 1601 Mary Drive Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 925-685- Gail Doering 4720 St. Mark's Lutheran Church Rev. Kerstin Barnes 3051 Putnam Blvd Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 925-934- 6114 Church of the Good Shepherd Rev. Jane Schlager 6226 Arlington Blvd. Richmond, CA 94805 510-232- UMC 4043 First Baptist Church Rev. Gary Cooper 777 Sonoma Ave. Richmond, CA 94805 510-234- 4395 First Presbyterian Church Rev. Jim Wheeler 3415 Barrett Avenue Richmond, CA 94805 510-234- 0954 Greater Richmond Interfaith Mr. Arthur J. Hatchett 3113 MacDonald Ave. Richmond, CA 94804 510-233- Program 2141 25 Sojourner Truth Presbyterian Rev. James Noel 2621 Shane Drive Richmond, CA 94806 510-222- Church 2020 American Baptist Church of the Rev. Bill Harrison 19001 San Ramon Valley San Ramon, CA 94583 925-829- Valley Blvd. 3366 Baha'i Spiritual Assembly P. O. Box 2791 San Ramon, CA 94583 Islamic Center of San Ramon Nasira Sharieff 2232 Camino Ramon San Ramon, CA 94583 925-833- 2765 St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church Fr. Fred Riccio, Rev. Glenn 2601 San Ramon Valley San Ramon, CA 94583 925-830- Natuit Blvd. 0600 Congregation B'nai Shalom Rabbi Michelle Fisher 74 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94596 925-934- 9446 Congregation B'nai Tikvah Rabbi Raphael Asher, Cantor 25 Hillcroft Way Walnut Creek, CA 94596 925-933- Jennie Chabon 5402 Grace Presbyterian Church Rev. Roger Reaber, Rev. 2100 Tice Valley Blvd Walnut Creek, CA 94595 925-935- Cherie Reid 2100 Hope Lutheran Church P. O. Box 2297 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 925-937- 1518 Mt. Diablo Unitarian Universalist Rev. Diane Miller, Interim 55 Eckley Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94596 925-934- Church 3135 Rossmoor Pilgrim Congregational Rev. Robert Howell 2301 Pine Knoll Drive #2 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 925-287- Church 1300 Rossmoor Interfaith Council Joseph Clevenger 1201 Fairlawn Ct. Apt. 6 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 Shell Ridge Community Church Rev. Greg Ledbetter 200 La Casa Via Walnut Creek, CA 94598 925-935- 3250 St. Luke's Episcopal Church Rev. Gary W. D. Ost P.O. Box 2088 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 925-937- 4820 St. Luke's Lutheran Church Rev. Glenda J. Wilson 2491 San Miguel Drive Walnut Creek, CA 94596 925-935- 0160 Saint Matthew Lutheran Church Rev. Kevin Murphy, Rev. Jeff 399 Wiget Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94598 925-932- Thiemann 1955 St. Paul's Episcopal Church Rev. Sylvia Vasquez 1924 Trinity Avenue Walnut Creek, CA 94596 925-934- 2324 St. Stephen's Catholic Church Rev. Denis Des Rosiers 525 Madonna Lane Walnut Creek, CA 94597 925-939- 3826 Tice Valley United Methodist Rev. Donna Morrow DeCamp P. O. Box 2007 Walnut Creek, CA 94595 925-937- Church 4535 26 Trinity Lutheran Church Interim 2317 Buena Vista Avenue Walnut Creek, CA 94596 925-935- 3360 Unity Center of Walnut Creek Rev. David McArthur 1871 Geary Road Walnut Creek, CA 94596 925-937- Church 2191 Walnut Avenue United Methodist Rev. Joanne Peterson 260 Walnut Ave Walnut Creek, CA 94598 925-933- 0888 Walnut Creek Presbyterian 1801 Lacassie Ave. Walnut Creek, CA 94596 925-935- Church 1574 Walnut Creek Stake - Church of 1786 2nd Ave. Walnut Creek, CA 94596 925-939- JC/LDS 3595 Walnut Creek United Methodist Rev. Eileen Lindsay - Rev. 1543 Sunnyvale Walnut Creek, CA 94596 925-934- Church Jennifer Irvine-Goto 4208 Church Women United Linda Doran 3 Stein Way Orinda, CA 94563 925-254- 5602 27
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6093 N Patriot Lake Blvd.415 E. Patriot Lake Blvd.Memphis, TN 38118Permit Amount: $7.2 million
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7991 Capilano DriveMemphis, TN 38125Sale Amount: $28 million
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387 S. Highland St.Memphis, TN 38111Permit Amount: $6.7 million
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Mid-South Minority Business Council Continuum will host its 2014 Economic Development Forum Tuesday, Aug. 26, through Thursday, Aug. 28, at Memphis Cook Convention Center, 255 N. Main St. Attendees can hear nationally known speakers, learn business growth strategies and get access to business capital. Register at edf.mmbc-memphis.org.
JACKSON HOLE, Wyoming (AP) – Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen said Friday that the Great Recession complicated the Fed's ability to assess the U.S. job market and made it harder to determine when to adjust interest rates.
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A Memphis company founded in 2011 that makes innovative cosmetic products has been recruited to participate in the Dallas-based health care accelerator Health Wildcatters.
The company is Silicone Arts Laboratories, which manufacturers a topical filler called Dermaflage that uses silicone to simulate skin and instantly conceal recessed imperfections. The product is waterproof and conceals skin imperfections for up to 36 hours. Designed for ease of use among consumers, Dermaflage's other strength is that it provides a cosmetic option for concealing recessed scars and skin defects on the face and body without having to resort automatically to surgery or injections.
The Horizon, an uncompleted 16-story residential tower overlooking the Mississippi River on the southern end of Downtown, could change hands soon.
A yet-to-be-identified buyer is under contract to purchase the tower, according to sources familiar with the effort.
996 Cherry RoadMemphis, TN 38117Sale Amount: $12.9 million
Sale Date: July 30, 2014Buyer: GFTV Audubon Owner LLCSeller: TV Memphis LPLoan Amount: $23.5 millionLoan Date: July 30, 2014Maturity Date: N/ALender: Grandbridge Real Estate Capital LLCDetails: An affiliate of New York-based Garrison Investment Group has paid $12.9 million for the 176-unit Town Village Audubon Park retirement community at 950 Cherry Road in East Memphis.
NEW YORK (AP) – McDonald's says a global sales figure fell 2.5 percent in July, dragged down by persistent weakness in the U.S. and a food safety scare in China.
The world's biggest hamburger chain said Friday that the decline included a 3.2 percent drop in the U.S. and a 7.3 percent drop in the unit encompassing Asia, the Middle East and Africa.
An affiliate of New York-based Garrison Investment Group has paid $12.9 million for the 176-unit Town Village Audubon Park retirement community at 950 Cherry Road in East Memphis.
Metropolitan Bank has added James Wingett to its board of directors.
Wingett lives in Memphis, where he's a founding partner and managing director of Wolf River Capital. Before his time at Wolf River, he was a founding member, managing director and principal of FTN Financial's Structured Finance Group.
U.S. services firms grew at the fastest rate in more than eight years in July, the latest sign of an economy picking up speed in the second half of the year.
The Institute for Supply Management said Tuesday that its service-sector index jumped to 58.7, up from 56 in June. Any figure above 50 indicates expansion. June's reading is the highest since December 2005. The ISM is a trade group of purchasing managers.
When Ridgeland, Miss.-based development firm the Bryan Co. broke ground on The Horizon condominium tower in 2007, it was at the peak of the housing bubble and optimism from elected officials and Downtown boosters was equally high.
One of the newest office buildings in East Memphis has landed a popular local coffee shop and restaurant.
Tamp & Tap responded to repeated overtures from Highwoods Properties Inc. and has leased 2,785 square feet of space on the first floor of the Triad Centre III building on Poplar Avenue in East Memphis.
WASHINGTON (AP) – Orders to U.S. factories increased in June, led by demand for aircraft, industrial machinery and computers and electronics.
Orders rose a seasonally adjusted 1.1 percent compared to the previous month, the Commerce Department reported Tuesday. Factory orders had fallen 0.6 percent in May after three straight months of gains.
The Institute for Supply Management said Tuesday that its service-sector index jumped to 58.7, up from 56 in June. Any figure above 50 indicates expansion. June's reading is the highest since December 2005. The ISM is a trade group of purchasing managers.
6201 Poplar Ave.Memphis, TN 38119Sale Amount: $2.9 million
Sale Date: July 29, 2014Buyer: Wendelta Property Holdings LLCSeller: Aaron MuschelDetails: An affiliate of Carlisle Corp. has paid $2.9 million for the recently closed Sharky's Gulf Grill at 6201 Poplar Ave.
Memphis City Council members get more information during the Tuesday, Aug. 5, council day on different parts of City Hall's ongoing health benefits and pension liability discussions.
But the only item on the agenda for a vote Tuesday is a resolution to create a $2 million "safety net" that was delayed last month.
WASHINGTON (AP) — US manufacturing expanded for the 14th straight month in July in a good sign for the overall economy.
The Institute for Supply Management, a trade group of purchasing managers, reported Friday that its manufacturing index rose to 57.1, highest level since April 2011 and up from 55.3 in June.
U.S. manufacturing expanded for the 14th straight month in July in a good sign for the overall economy.
WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. economy has rebounded with vigor from a grim start to 2014 and should show renewed strength into next year.
That was the general view of analysts Wednesday after the government estimated that the economy grew at a fast 4 percent annual rate in the April-June quarter. Consumers, businesses and governments joined to fuel the second-quarter expansion. The government also said growth was more robust last year than it had previously estimated.
Local homebuilders say a dearth of developed lots is slowing down the new housing rebound, weighing down an industry still trying to drag itself out of the rubble left by the worst recession in decades.
NEW YORK (AP) – Women who own small business are still far behind their male counterparts when it comes to getting loans and government contracts, a congressional report said Wednesday.
Emerging markets are a group of countries that are in the process of developing both their infrastructure and economic system.
Emerging countries include the big names that have dominated the space for years like Brazil, Russia, India and China (known as the BRIC), but also smaller developing countries in Emerging Asia, South America and Eastern Europe.
The nation's largest health insurer expects to play a much bigger role in the health care overhaul next year, as the federal law shifts from raising giant questions for the sector to offering growth opportunities.
Arman Sahakyan, born in Armenia's capital city of Yerevan, started taking dance classes as a 6-year-old.
Fast forward almost three decades, and today the 33-year-old remains committed to dance as an art form – only now he's also spreading that enthusiasm to others as the owner of Dancing With Arman, a dance studio in Cordova.
MEMPHIS, SERVED IN THE SHELL. Following up last week's column, this from a reader:
"We have no civic pride, half the population is intent on killing as many as they can and the other part lives behind walls or gates. There was a time in the fifties when you could leave your front door unlocked and keys in the car."
400 Orchard CircleCollierville, TN 38017Loan Amount: $16.8 million
Loan Date: July 1, 2014Maturity Date: July 1, 2021Borrower: G&I VII Addison at Collierville LLCLender: CBRE Capital Markets Inc.Details: The owner of the 226-unit Addison at Collierville apartments at 400 Orchard Circle W. has filed a $16.8 million loan on the property.
WASHINGTON (AP) – Federal Reserve Chair Janet Yellen said Wednesday that she doesn't see a need for the Fed to start raising interest rates to defuse the risk that extremely low rates could destabilize the financial system.
Raymond James is extending its commitment to Downtown Memphis, where the investment firm will remain a key part of the city's skyline for at least another decade.
The firm has reached a deal with Parkway Properties to extend its lease on the Raymond James Tower at 50 N. Front St. until March of 2024.
1120 Winchester RoadCollierville, TN 38017Loan Amount: $29.8 million
Loan Date: June 18, 2014Maturity Date: July 1, 2021Borrower: Legacy Farm LLCLender: CBRE Capital Markets Inc.Details: The owner of the 368-unit Legacy Farm apartment complex at 1120 Winchester Road in Collierville has filed a $29.8 million loan on the property.
NEW YORK (AP) – Darden said Friday that sales continued to slide at Olive Garden and Red Lobster, with other costs dragging down its profit by 35 percent in the latest quarter.
The results fell short of Wall Street expectations, and shares were down 2.5 percent in midday trading.
The owner of the 368-unit Legacy Farm apartment complex at 1120 Winchester Road in Collierville has filed a $29.8 million loan on the property.
Within the space of a few days this month, the Shelby Farms Park Conservancy formally broke ground on the park's $70 million Heart of the Park project and then its leaders watched as the Memphis City Council delayed the Shelby Farms Parkway project for a year.
A charter school operator has inked a lease for space on Winchester Road in Hickory Hill.
Gestalt Community Schools has leased 57,000 square feet of space at 5360 Winchester Road inside the Mendenhall Square shopping center.
Building startups is tough work that requires the engagement of money, mentorship and professional support.
Back before there were incubators, accelerators and formal platforms to systematically assist startup companies, there were critical trusted advisers in the community to help guide entrepreneurs as they started up. Those advisers were local bankers, lawyers, marketers, accountants and others where entrepreneurs could turn for support and guidance. While new startup infrastructures have sprung up to provide knowledge, capital and other resources, professionals continue to be the backbone driving entrepreneurial growth.
NEW YORK (AP) – Priceline has negotiated a $2.6 billion entree into the restaurant business.
The global travel booking king announced Friday it is acquiring the OpenTable Inc. in a deal that would put Priceline into a new business doing for restaurant reservations much what it does for hotel bookings.
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