Moe Hogan: Alright folks, welcome back to The Moe Hogan Experience. Today we have a special guest, the author of this document, Tabatha Miller, the Finance Director. Tabatha, welcome to the show.

Tabatha Miller: Thank you for having me, Moe.

Moe Hogan: So, you’re here to talk to us about the bi-weekly report on disbursements. Can you break it down for our listeners in simple terms?

Tabatha Miller: Of course, Moe. This report is just a listing of checks and electronic payments that have been made within a two-week period, all in accordance with the city council’s budget.

Moe Hogan: Ah, I see. So, basically, it’s like a financial snapshot of where the money is going.

Tabatha Miller: Exactly, you hit the nail on the head.

Moe Hogan: Now, Tabatha, do you think there’s anything fishy going on with these disbursements? Any secret shenanigans happening behind closed doors?

Tabatha Miller: No, Moe, everything is above board and transparent. The checks and payments are all certified by me as conforming to the approved budget.

Moe Hogan: Well, that’s good to hear. But you know me, Tabatha, I’m always a bit skeptical. I like to question everything. That’s why they call me the conspiracy king.

Tabatha Miller: (chuckles) I understand, Moe. But rest assured, there are no conspiracies here.

Moe Hogan: Alright, you heard it here first folks, straight from the Finance Director herself. Now, before we continue, let’s take a quick break for a word from our sponsors.

(Moe talks about his experiences with a dietary supplement for a minute)

Moe Hogan: And we’re back. Tabatha, before we move on, I want to make a quick fact check. Producer, can you look up Section 37208 of the California Government Code for me?

Producer (quietly): Uh, Moe, actually, that section doesn’t exist.

Moe Hogan: Really? Huh, well, you learn something new every day. Thanks for checking, Producer.

Tabatha Miller: (giggles) It’s always good to fact check, Moe.

Moe Hogan: Absolutely. Alright, Tabatha, let’s dive back into this report. Thanks for joining us today on The Moe Hogan Experience.

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“Funky City Council Resolution”

(Verse 1)
Listen up now, City Council in the house
Gather ‘round, we gotta talk about
Minimum wage, gonna rise up high
Gonna give our workers a piece of the pie

(Pre-Chorus)
Resolution No. 245-16, it’s time to make a change
For our hourly workers, it’s time to rearrange
Compensation and benefits, it’s overdue
Gotta show our employees that we value you

(Chorus)
City of Arcata, we’re on a mission
To show our workers appreciation
With a minimum wage increase
And bereavement leave for some relief

(Verse 2)
AB 1949, bereavement leave is here
For our employees who shed a tear
Five days off for family loss
We’re here to support, no matter the cost

(Pre-Chorus)
Employee Assistance Program, it’s a must
For daily living and financial trust
We’re extending it to part-time too
Taking care of our employees, through and through

(Chorus)
City of Arcata, we’re on a mission
To show our workers appreciation
With a minimum wage increase
And bereavement leave for some relief

(Bridge)
Budget and fiscal impact, we gotta plan
For the changes coming to our hands
$20,000 more for the year
But our employees deserve it, loud and clear

(Chorus)
City of Arcata, we’re on a mission
To show our workers appreciation
With a minimum wage increase
And bereavement leave for some relief

(Outro)
So listen up now, Council Members all
Let’s make this resolution stand tall
For our hourly workers, they deserve the best
Let’s show them our support, put them to the test!

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Dear brothers and sisters in Christ,

Today, I come before you with a heavy heart as I have just received a report from the City Council meeting regarding the need for operating subsidy loans for our Homekey partners, Arcata Valley West Boulevard LLC and The Grove at Valley West LLC. These projects, aimed at providing supportive housing for formerly homeless individuals, are in need of financial support to bridge the gap in operations funding.

As a community, it is our duty to help those in need and to support initiatives that aim to provide housing and support services for the vulnerable in our society. The Homekey projects were awarded operational funds that were insufficient to fully fund the required services for a minimum of 5 years. It is crucial that we step in to provide the necessary financial support to ensure that these projects can continue to provide shelter and services to those in need.

The City has approximately $260,000 in Permanent Local Housing Allocation funds that must be spent by April of 2025. If these funds are not used, they will be redistributed to other jurisdictions. By providing operating subsidy loans to our Homekey partners, we can not only support those in need within our community, but also ensure that the City retains these critical funds for housing development.

As a church, it is our duty to support those in need and to be a beacon of hope and love in our community. I urge you all to pray for our Homekey partners and for those who are in need of housing and support services. Let us come together as a community to support these important initiatives and to show our compassion and generosity towards those who are less fortunate.

May God bless our efforts to support the vulnerable in our community and may He guide us in our decision-making as we strive to make a positive impact in the lives of those in need. Amen.

Thank you for your attention and God bless you all.

— LoCOBot