Capabilities

Avant-Garde delivers comprehensive program management services designed to help public agencies effectively plan, implement, and monitor a wide range of initiatives. From initial strategy development to final reporting, our team works closely with agency staff to ensure projects are aligned with local priorities, fully compliant with applicable regulations, and completed on time and within budget.

We support clients with strategic planning, policy and procedure development, staff augmentation, and construction coordination—bridging the gap between funding and results. Our proactive management approach focuses on collaboration, transparency, and accountability, giving agencies the tools they need to maximize impact and strengthen community trust.

Whether managing multi-year capital improvement programs or overseeing day-to-day operations, we help turn agency goals into meaningful, measurable outcomes.

Communities today face increasing challenges in maintaining essential services and infrastructure—especially amid shifting economic conditions. At Avant-Garde, we specialize in supporting public agencies overcome these challenges by identifying, securing, and managing critical funding opportunities that support long-term community vitality.

Our team specializes in navigating complex federal, state, and local grant programs—offering expert program management from straightforward applications to highly competitive project submittals. To date, we’ve helped secure and manage millions in funding for cities across Southern California.

We work closely with clients to:

• Identify high-priority projects and programs
• Conduct ongoing research to uncover funding opportunities
• Evaluate project eligibility and advise on grant requirements
• Prepare and administer funding applications and reports
• Provide budget support for operating and Capital Improvement Programs
• Develop long- and short-term funding strategies aligned with agency goals

We also ensure full compliance with state and federal guidelines, supporting agencies throughout the entire grant lifecycle—from application through reporting.

As public agencies face growing pressure to deliver impactful programs with limited resources, supporting public agencies through proper funding administration and labor compliance has become a cornerstone of effective program management. These responsibilities go far beyond paperwork—they are key to unlocking reimbursements, meeting critical deadlines, and avoiding audit findings or funding losses.

Our team works closely with cities to manage the full lifecycle of public funding, from project programming and documentation to audits and close-out. We help agencies navigate complex protocols from Caltrans, Metro, FHWA, and other funding entities—ensuring projects stay on track and fully compliant.

Equally important is safeguarding worker protections through strict adherence to prevailing wage laws. We partner with contractors to monitor certified payroll, HUD Section 3, and apprenticeship requirements—ensuring fairness and accountability on every project site.

Avant-Garde specializes in program management for administering and implementing housing rehabilitation programs designed to improve living conditions and support community growth. Our comprehensive services include:

• Reviewing income documentation to determine participant eligibility
• Conducting field inspections of potential properties
• Preparing detailed inspection reports and cost estimates for recommended improvements
• Drafting loan and grant documentation
• Overseeing the bid process and managing contractor selection
• Performing progress and final inspections
• Approving progress payments to ensure timely project completion

Community outreach is about more than sharing information—it’s about fostering dialogue and empowering individuals. At Avant-Garde, we prioritize advocacy, inclusion, and program management to help build balanced, resilient communities. Our approach has delivered lasting, positive outcomes across Southern California, particularly in multi-lingual, diverse communities.

Our team crafts impactful messages and coordinates events that highlight our clients' ongoing commitment to their communities. By supporting public agencies, we work to inspire growth and elevate regional importance, providing tools and strategies that maximize community input and participation.