Section 7302 - Area Plan Contents(a) The Area Plan shall consist of all of the following: (1) A description of the PSA which shall include:(A) The physical characteristics of the PSA, including the boundaries of the PSA, the geographical characteristics of the PSA, and an indication of whether the PSA is a single or multi-county PSA.(B) The demographic characteristics of the PSA, including a description of the number and proportion of the older individuals who are low-income minority individuals.(C) The unique resources and constraints existing within the PSA, such as: 1. Geography and its influence on access to services.2. Absence or presence of employment opportunities.3. Absence or presence of sources of grant/tax revenue.(D) The service system within the PSA to set the stage for the subsequent discussion of goals, including the AAA's service delivery system, as well as other service delivery systems with which the AAA interacts or which provide services to older individuals.(2) A description of the AAA which shall include: (A) An organizational chart and a description of the location of the AAA and its placement within a larger organization, such as a division of a county agency, including any imminent changes in the structure and/or placement of the AAA.(B) The manner in which the AAA provides visible leadership in the development of community-based systems of care.(C) The agency type, such as, public, private non-profit, or joint powers.(D) The agency's funding sources.(3) A Mission Statement which at a minimum shall include the following statement: To provide leadership in addressing issues that relate to older Californians; to develop community-based systems of care that provide services which support independence within California's interdependent society, and which protect the quality of life of older persons and persons with functional impairments; and to promote citizen involvement in the planning and delivery of services.
(4) A description of the needs assessment performed in accordance with Section 7300, including targeting plans and an identification of priorities. At a minimum this shall include: (A) Description of the sources of data used.(B) Characteristics of survey/public forum participants.(C) Discussion of the findings of the needs assessment.(D) Analysis of the data.(5) A statement of each goal and the fundamental reasons for each goal. For each stated goal, the following areas shall be addressed as appropriate: (B) Service delivery activities.(C) Coordination activities.(D) Program development activities.(E) Advocacy activities within each goal area.(6) A copy of the AAA's Service Unit Plan.(7) A copy of the AAA's Budget.(8) The assurances required by 42 U.S.C. 3026.(9) A list of those services, if any, that the AAA proposes to provide directly pursuant to Section 7320.(10) A discussion of the public hearings conducted in accordance with Section 7308, including all of the following information:(A) The date and location of the hearing and the number of attendees.(B) An indication of whether any of the following occurred at the hearing:1. The hearing was presented in any language other than English.2. Proposed expenditures for program development and coordination were discussed.3. Attendees were provided the opportunity to testify regarding the AAA's establishment of minimum percentages pursuant to the provisions of Section 7312.(C) A summary of the major issues discussed at the hearing.(D) A list of the major changes in the Area Plan as a result of input from the attendees at the hearings.(E) A discussion of any outreach efforts to solicit input from institutionalized or homebound older individuals.(11) The number of members on the AAA's governing board, along with the names and titles of the officers and each officer's term expiration date.(12) A description of the Area Agency on Aging Advisory Council which includes all of the following information: (A) The names and titles of the Council's officers, along with each officer's term expiration date.(B) The total number of the Council membership, including any vacancies.(C) The number of Council members who are older individuals.(D) The Race/Ethnic composition by percentage of the PSA's older population and percentage on the Council for each of the following categories: 4. Asian/Pacific Islander.5. Native American/Alaskan Native.(E) A statement as to whether the Council's membership includes any of the following, along with an explanation if any of the following is not included:1. Low income representative.2. Disabled representative.3. Supportive services provider representative.4. Health care provider representative.5. Local elected officials.6. Persons with leadership experience in the private and voluntary sectors.(F) A description of the process designated by the governing board to appoint Council members.(13) A statement of the minimum percentages as calculated pursuant to Section 7312, along with the rationale and methodology used for their establishment.(14) A list of community focal points defined in 42 U.S.C. 3002(27) and designated pursuant to 42 U.S.C. 3026(a)(3)(A), along with the addresses for each designated point.(15) A description of any Title III B funds used for the aquisition or construction of a multipurpose senior center, including the name and address of the grantee and/or senior center, the amount of funds awarded, and the dates between which the facility must operate as a senior center in accordance with 42 U.S.C. 3027(a)(14) and 3030b.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 7302
1. New section filed 12-19-96; operative 1-18-97 (Register 96, No. 51).
2. Change without regulatory effect amending NOTE filed 2-10-98 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 98, No. 7). Note: Authority cited: Sections 9102 and 9105, Welfare and Institutions Code. Reference: 42 U.S.C. 3026.
1. New section filed 12-19-96; operative 1-18-97 (Register 96, No. 51).
2. Change without regulatory effect amending Note filed 2-10-98 pursuant to section 100, title 1, California Code of Regulations (Register 98, No. 7).