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TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
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County
FROM: Harvey E. Bragdon °"
Director of Community Development
DATE: March 5, 1996
SUBJECT: RECOMMENDED 1996/97 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND HOME
INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP ACT PROGRAM FUNDING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FAMILY AND
HUMAN SERVICES, FINANCE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING
FINANCE COMMITTEES
SPECIFIC REQUEST(S)OR RECOMMENDATIONS(S)&BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. OPEN public hearing and receive testimony on the recommendations of the Family and Human Services, Finance,
Economic Development, and Affordable Housing Finance Committees on the use of FY 1996/97 Community
Development Block Grant(CDBG)Funds and the recommendations of the Affordable Housing Finance Committee on the
use of FY 1996/97 HOME Investment Partnership Act(HOME)funds; and
2. CLOSE public hearing and consider the Proposed FY 1996/97 Action Plan for the use of CDBG,and HOME funds,and
Adopt the allocation of funds as described in the FY 1996/97 Action Plan(Exhibit E); and
3. ASSURE AND CERTIFY that the County will comply with the regulations,policies,guidelines,and requirements with
respect to the acceptance and use of federal funds for those federally assisted program,and give assurances and certify
compliance with the attached list of certifications(Exhibit E); and
4. AUTHORIZE the Chair, the Director of Community Development, the Deputy Director of Redevelopment, or their
designee to execute the appropriate documents for transmittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD).
FISCAL IMPACT
No General Funds are involved(U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development s).
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_RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR COMMENDA ON OF BOARD MMITTEE
APPROVE OTHER
SIGNATURE(S):
ACTION OF BOARD ON March 12 , 1996 APPROVED AS RECOM ENDED x OTHER x
See Addendum attached for Board action and votes .
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A
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ABSENT: ABSTAIN: MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF
SUPERVISORS ON THE DATE SHOWN.
Contact: Belinda Smith
646-4208
Original: Community Development ATTESTED March 12 , 1996
cc: CAO' PHIL BATCHELOR,CLERK OF
County Counsel THE BOARD OF SU VISORS
Auditor(c/o Nona) A AD I STRATOR
BY ,DEPUTY
BACKGROUND/REASON FOR RECOMMENDATIONS
I CDBG-FamiIy and Human Services,Finance,Economic Development, and Affordable Housing Finance
Committee Recommendations:
This is the twenty-second year of the Community Development Block Grant(CDBG)program,the primary intent of which
is to benefit low and moderate income persons in the Urban County. Funds are allocated according to formula by HUD to
eligible Participating Jurisdictions. The County Community Development Department administers CDBG funds on behalf
of the Urban County. (The"Urban County"comprises the unincorporated County and all cities except,Antioch,Concord,
Pittsburg,Richmond and Walnut Creek.) The 1996/97 CDBG funding recommendations by the Committees allocates
funds to projects/programs that benefit low-and moderate-income persons, households,and special needs populations.
A total of 99 applications requesting approximately$6.3 million were received and considered. Funding recommendations
were made by the following committees: public service category, Family and Human Services Committee(Exhibit A),
OPEN category,Finance Committee (Exhibit B),Economic Development category,Economic Development Committee
(Exhibit C ),housing category,Affordable Housing Finance Committee(Exhibit D). Each Committee considered staff
recommendations and public comment to formulate its recommendation for consideration by the Board of Supervisors. The
required Notice of Public Hearing and the proposed use of funds as described in the Action Plan has been published
(Exhibit E).
The Action Plan describes the activities the County will undertake during the year to address priority needs,in terms of local
objectives, that were identified in the FY 1995-99 Contra Costa Consolidated Plan. The description identifies the
objectives that will be addressed by activities using grant funds and program income received during the program year,
proposed accomplishments,and a target date for completion of the activity. The Action Plan must also include actions the
County plans to undertake during the year to address obstacles to meeting under served needs, foster and maintain
affordable housing,reduce the number of poverty level households,develop institutional strcutures,enhance coordination
between public and private housing and social service agencies.
II HOME-Affordable Housing Finance Committee Recommendations:
The purpose of the HOME Program is to increase and maintain the supply of affordable housing for lower income
households. Funds are allocated on a formula basis by HUD to eligible Participating Jurisdictions (PJs) and Consortia.
The Contra Costa Consortium consist of Contra Costa as the Urban County Representative and the Cities of Antioch,
Concord,Pittsburg, and Walnut Creek. The Consortium area includes all of Contra Costa with the exception of the City
of Richmond, which is an independent HOME PJ. As the Consortium Representative, the County is responsible for
administration and management of the HOME Program.
A total of 3 applications requesting$3.6 million were received and considered. The Affordable Housing Finance Committee
considered staff recommendations and public comment (exhibit D) to formulate its recommendation to the Board of
Supervisors.
III Board of Supervisors Considerations
On December 14, 1993 the Board of Supervisors adopted Funding Guidelines for CDBG funds. The Funding Guidelines
require the following:
Category of Use Percent of Grant
Housing 50%
Housing Programs/Projects 35%
Housing Development Assistance Fund 15%
Public Service* 15%
Economic Development 15%
OPEN 5%
Program Administration 13%
Contingency** 2%
Total 100%
*Statutory Cap
**Contingency funds are funds set aside for the Board of Supervisors to allocate subsequent to the public hearing.
As specified by federal regulations HOME funds must be used for affordable housing and eligible program administration
costs.
IV Estimated Funds
Since the Congress and the President have not yet approved a budget for HUD the County has not been notified of the FY
1996/97 funding levels for the CDBG Program and the HOME Program. In order to meet federal planning requirements,
we have been advised by HUD to proceed with the development of funding recommendations assuming allocations based
on 90 percent of the level of CDBG and HOME funds received by the County in FY 1995/96. All recommendations assume
the 90 percent funding level. In the event that CDBG and HOME funds are allocated at higher levels,Committees have
identified project/programs to be funded.
Community Development Block Grant
Sources of Funds: Recommended Allocations
1996/97 Grant(estimated) $3,705,300 Project/Programs $2,467,415
Program Income $ 0 Program Administration $ 481,689
1995/96 Carryover $ 100,622 Housing Development
Assistance Fund $ 591,917
Economic Development
Assistance Fund $ 190,795
Contingency $ 74,106
Total Available for Allocation $3,805,922 Total Funds Allocated $3,805,922
HOME Investment Partnership Act
Sources of Funds Recommended Allocations
1996/97 Grant $2,081,700 Projects $1,912,145
Unallocated FY 1995/96 $ 350,870 Program Administration $ 208,170
Housing Development
Assistance Fund $ 312,255
Total Available for Allocation $2,432,570 Total Funds Allocated $2,432,570
V Board Action
Based on the 90% funding level, $74,106 in CDBG funds is available for allocation by the Board of Supervisors
subsequent to the public hearing. The Board may use all of the$74,106 for allocations to public service programs without
exceeding the statutory cap. Of course,the Board may also reprogram funds recommended by the Committees should it
desire to do so.
In order to begin the program year on time,the Board must approve the FY 1996/97 Action Plan for transmittal to HUD
before March 13, 1995.
i
j EXHIBIT A D,
TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
FROM: FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMITTEE
DATE : March 5. 1996
SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION ON FY 1996/97 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
ALLOCATIONS -PUBLIC SERVICE
SPECIFIC REQUEST(S) OR RECOMAENDATIONS (S) & BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION
RECOMMENDATIONS
1 . ACCEPT staff recommendations for allocation of Community
Development Block Grant for the Public Service category.
2 . CONSIDER requests of applicants requesting additional funds or
those not recommended for funding to be considered by the Board
of Supervisors .
BACKGROUND/REASON FOR RECOMMENDATIONS
Public Service Objectives
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds are allocated on an
annual basis by formula to the County through the U.S . Department of
Housing and Urban Development. The purpose of the CDBG program is to
develop viable urban communities through the provision of decent
housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic
opportunities for persons of low-and moderate-income.
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ACTION OF BOARD ON March 12 , 1996 AP ROVED AS RECOMMENDED x
OTHER x
See Addendum for Board motions and votes.
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ACTION TAKEN AND ENTERED
ON THE MINUTES OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON
THE DATE SHOWN.
Contact : Belinda Smith ATTESTED March 12 , 1996
335-1260
PHIL BATCHELOR, CLERK OF
CC: Claude L. Van Marter THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Assistant County Administrator MINISTRATOR
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BY , DEPUTY
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Consistent with the purposes of the CDBG Program, the Board of
Supervisors adopted the following goals in the FY 1995-99 Contra Costa
Consolidated Plan:
0 Develop cooperative linkages with other local governmental
programs to maximize and leverage CDBG funds .
• Provide high quality child care in a safe and stimulating
environment with certified instructors and other experienced
professionals .
• Support programs that promote prevention and early intervention
to alleviate violence against women and children, and to treat
victims and perpetrators throughout the Urban County.
• Assist special needs groups such as the homeless, persons with
disabilities, persons with AIDS, and persons with substance
abuse problems by providing services throughout the Urban
County.
0 Provide housing counseling and information services and further
fair housing.
• Provide appropriate public services to assist lower income
persons and agencies to meet client needs .
FY 1996/97 CDBG Public Service Funds
As an eligible Urban County, as defined by HUD, Contra Costa County
receives funds annually to carry out CDBG eligible activities . The
Urban County' s eligible area is the entire County, less the Cities of
Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, Richmond and Walnut Creek, which
implement independent CDBG programs . The Urban County CDBG Program
is implemented through the Community Development Department.
To date, due to budgetary problems, the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD) ,has not provided the Department with the amount
of the County' s CDBG allocation for FY 1996/97 . HUD has recommended
that we estimate the FY 1996/97 grant amount at 900 of the prior year
allocation. Using this approach $3, 705, 300 will be available for CDBG
activities in FY 1996/97 .
Federal regulation [CFR 570 .201 (e) (1) ] limit the use of CDBG funds for
public service to a maximum of 15 % of the annual grant amount plus
15% of CDBG program income received during the year. Further, in
accordance with guidelines approved by the Board of Supervisors on
December 14, 1993, 150 of anticipated CDBG funds is allocated to the
public service category. Based on the 15% maximum and the estimated
FY 1996/97 CDBG allocation $555, 795 is available for the Public
Service category. Additionally, an estimated $500, 000 in 1995/96
program income is expected to be generated from the Housing
Rehabilitation Loan Programs, permitting the Board to allocate an
additional $75, 00 to the public service category. Rehabilitation loan
program income funds are not available for allocation since these
funds remain in those programs as revolving loan funds . However, the
Board could elect to allocate up to $75, 000 from the FY 1996/97 CDBG
contingency funds to public service, increasing the total amount
potentially available in this category to $629, 901 .
Public Service Application Process and Recommendations
The FY 1996/97 funding recommendations are the result of a competitive
application process initiated in August of 1995. A Notice of Funding
Availability and Request for Proposal was sent to over 200
jurisdictions, public agencies, and non-profit organizations . The
Department received 50 applications requesting a total of $1 . 8
million.
On November 13, 1995 the Board of Supervisors authorized the Family
and Human Services Committee to serve as the hearing and review body
for public service applicants .
Projects were reviewed and recommendations developed based on the
following criteria: consistency with CDBG and County objectives and
regulations; target population and alleviation of public service
needs; feasibility and cost effectiveness; experience and capacity;
proposed match and leveraging of funds; project readiness and
timeliness; affirmative marketing and outreach; past performance;
clarity and completeness of application.
On February 5, 1996 the Committee considered staff recommendations for
public service projects . The meeting was noticed and members of the
public including project sponsors were invited to attend and provide
input into the allocation process .
The Committee heard public comment from the following applicants :
Center for New Americans, Los Cenzontles, Neighborhood House of North
Richmond, Healing Our Nation From Violence, Cambridge Community
Center, Northern California Family Center, Family Stress Center,
Battered Women' s Alternative, Senior Legal Services, Family and
Community Services of Contra Costa, Independent Living Resources,
Pittsburg Preschool Coordinating Council, Rape Crisis Center, East Bay
Center for the Preforming Arts, Ombudsmen, Pleasant Hill Recreation
and Park District, Contra Costa Conflict Resolution Panel, Contra
Legal Services Foundation, Mt. Diablo Region YMCA, CCC Health Services
Department .
Following discussion and comment on projects, the Committee accepted
staff recommendations for the allocation of FY 1996/97 CDBG funds
(attachment A-1) .
The Committee also recommended that the following applicants be
considered by the Board for funding or for an increase to recommended
funding;
PS 6 and 7 Center for New Americans
PS 26 Los Cenzontles
PS 33 and 34 Neighborhood House of North Richmond
PS 42 Healing Our Nation from Violence (per applicants
request this project has been incorporated with PS 33)
PS 11 Cambridge Community Center
PS 43 Northern California Family Center
PS 30 Senior Legal Services
PS 27 Contra Costa Conflict Resolution Panel
Attachment A-2 includes a summary of the above projects .
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EXHIBIT B LL
TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS _
FROM: Finance COMMITTEE
DATE : March 5. 1996
SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION ON FY 1996/97 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT ALLOCATIONS - OPEN
SPECIFIC REQUEST(S) OR RECOMMENDATIONS (S) & BACKGROUND AND
JUSTIFICATION
RECOMMENDATIONS
1 . ACCEPT staff recommendations for allocation of Community
Development Block Grant for the OPEN category.
2 . CONSIDER requests of applicants who were not recommended for
funding to be considered by the Board of Supervisors.
BACKGROUND/REASON FOR RECOMMENDATIONS
OPEN Objectives
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds are allocated on an
annual basis by formula to the County through the U. S . Department
of Housing and Urban Development. The purpose of the CDBG program
is to develop viable urban communities through the provision of
decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded
economic opportunities for persons of low-and moderate-income.
CONTINUED ON ATTACHMENT: YES SIGNATURE :
RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE
APPROVE OTHER
S I GNATURE (S)
MARK neRAi7TNTRR Tnm Tnr1a7ccnn
ACTION OF BOARD ON March 12 , 1996 APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED x
OTHER x
See Addendum for Board motions and votes .
(attached)
VOTE OF SUPERVISORS
x UNANIMOUS (ABSENT 3 ) I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT
AYES: NOES: THIS IS A TRUE AND
ABSENT: ABSTAIN: CORRECT COPY OF AN
ACTION TAKEN AND ENTERED
ON THE MINUTES OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON
THE DATE SHOWN.
Contact: Belinda Smith ATTESTED March 12 , 1996
335-1260
PHIL BATCHELOR, CLERK OF
CC: THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
COUNMINISTRATOR
BY
___(: 411 7r� j , DEPUTY
Consistent with the purposes of the CDBG Program, the Board of
Supervisors adopted the following goals in the FY 1995-99 Contra
Costa Consolidated Plan:
• Develop cooperative linkages with other local governmental
programs to maximize and leverage CDBG funds.
• Cooperate with local jurisdictions to promote the most cost
effective methods of providing public facilities necessary for
supporting the economic, social, and environmental well-being
of the Urban County.
0 Provide park and recreational opportunities to very low-and
low income neighborhoods, including opportunities for the
elderly, and persons with disabilities .
0 Assist with infrastructure improvements that increase the
health and safety of very low- and low- income residents and
special needs populations .
"OPEN" is the County' s categorical designation for capital projects
such as ' infrastructure improvements and community facilities .
FY 1996/97 CDBG "OPEN" Funds
As an eligible Urban County, as defined by HUD, Contra Costa County
receives funds annually to carry out CDBG eligible activities .
The Urban County' s eligible area is the entire County, less the
Cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, Richmond and Walnut Creek,
which implement independent CDBG programs. The Urban County CDBG
Program is implemented through the Community Development
Department.
To date, due to budgetary problems, the U.S . Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD) , has not provided the Department with the
amount of the County' s CDBG allocation for FY 1996/97 . HUD has
recommended that we estimate the FY 1996/97 grant amount at 90o of
the prior year allocation. Using this approach $3, 705, 300 will be
available for CDBG activities in FY 1996/97 .
In accordance with guidelines approved by the Board of Supervisors
on December 14, 1993, 50 of anticipated CDBG funds is allocated to
the OPEN category. Based on the Board guidelines and the estimated
FY 1996/97 CDBG allocaton $185, 265 is available for the OPEN
category. Additionally, an estimated $64, 500 in carryover funds
(unspent funds from prior program years) has been added to the OPEN
category to increases the total amount of allocation to $249, 765 .
Application Process and Recommendations
The FY 1996/97 funding recommendations are the result of a
competitive application process initiated in August of 1995 . A
Notice of Funding Availability and Request for Proposal was sent
to over 200 jurisdictions, public agencies, and non-profit
organizations . The Department received 26 applications in the OPEN
category requesting a total of $1 . 8 million.
On January 18, 1996 the Board of Supervisors authorized the Finance
Committee to serve as the hearing and review body for OPEN
applicants .
Projects were reviewed and recommendations developed based on the
following criteria: consistency with CDBG and County objectives and
regulations; target population and alleviation of infrastucture and
public facilities needs; feasibility and cost effectiveness;
experience and capacity; proposed match and leveraging of funds;
project readiness and timeliness; past performance; clarity and
.completeness of application.
On February 5, 1996 the Committee considered staff recommendations
for OPEN projects . The meeting was noticed and members of the
public including project sponsors were invited to attend and
provide input into the allocation process .
The Committee heard public comment from the following applicants :
City of Martinez, Martinez Early Childhood Center, Friends of
Rogers Ranch, Contra Costa County Community Services Department,
Pittsburg Unified School District .
Following discussion and comment on projects, the Committee
accepted staff recommendations for the allocation of FY 1996/97
CDBG funds (attachment 1) .
The Committee also recommended that the following applicants be
considered by the Board for funding.
OPEN 3 Contra Costa County Community Services Department
OPEN 14 Friends of Rogers Ranch
OPEN 16 Contra Costa County Community Services Department
OPEN 18 Pittsburg Unified School District
Attachment 2 includes a summary of the above projects .
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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
HOUSING AND REDEVELOPMENT DIVISION
Date: March 5,1996
TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Economic Development Committee
By: Belinda Smith, CDBG Program Manager
SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION ON FY 1996/97 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT FUNDS - ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
The purpose of this memo is to present the recommendation of the Economic Development
Committee for the allocation of FY 1996/97 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
funds for economic development.
Project/Sponsor ' Recommended Funding
The Care Connection Registry $50,000*
Family and Community Services
of Contra Costa
Small Business Management Assistance $30,000*
Program
Private Industry Council
Child Care Provider Training and $9,500
Retention Program
Contra Costa Child Care
Council
Opportunities for People and $40,000*
Employers Now! (OPEN)
Rubicon Programs Inc.
Next Step Employment Leasing $40,500*
Project
St Vincent de Paul Society
of Contra Costa
Employment Development for Low $20,000
and Middle Income Groups
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Foundation for Understanding
and Enhancement (FUNEN)
Work Experience Project $75,000
Rubicon Programs Inc.
Economic Development Assistance Fund $190,795
OPEN category $100,000
Total $555,795
* Program has FY 1995/96 funds that will be carried over for use in FY 1996/97.
The Committee recommends the establishment of an Economic Development Assistance
Fund to carry out economic develop projects that occur during the program year. The
Committee also recommends that $100,000 in funds allocated to the Economic
Development category be carried over to the OPEN category. The Committee supports
the premise that sound infrastructure helps to maintain economic vitality. Any additional
funds available to the economic development category should be placed in the Economic
Development Assistance Fund.
Economic Development Objectives
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds are allocated on an annual basis by
formula to the County through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
The purpose of the CDBG program is to develop viable urban communities through the
provision of decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic
opportunities for persons of low-and moderate-income.
Consistent with the purposes of the CDBG Program, the Board of Supervisors adopted the
following goals in the FY 1995-99 Contra Costa Consolidated Plan:
• Promote programs that provide job training and placement to low-income and
disabled persons throughout the Urban County.
• Provide high quality child care in a safe and stimulating environment with certified
instructors and other experienced professionals.
• Assist low and moderate income persons by developing comprehensive economic
development strategies for training and job placement.
• Expand opportunities to restore economic vitality to the Urban County's poorest
areas through job creation, technical assistance and outreach in conjunction with
ongoing economic development activities.
• Provide incentives for business expansion and stabilization in order to expand
employment opportunities for lower income persons.
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FY 1996/97 CDBG Economic Development Funds
As an eligible Urban County, as defined by HUD, Contra Costa County receives funds
annually to carry out CDBG eligible activities. The Urban County's eligible area is the
entire County, less the Cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, Richmond and Walnut Creek,
which implement independent CDBG programs. The Urban County CDBG Program is
implemented through the Community Development Department.
To date, due to budgetary problems, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development(HUD),has not provided the Department with the amount of the County's
CDBG allocation for FY 1996/97. HUD has recommended that we estimate the FY
1996/97 grant amount at 90% of the prior year allocation. Using this approach $3,705,300
will be available for CDBG activities in FY 1996/97.
In accordance with guidelines approved by the Board of Supervisors on December 14,
1993, 15% of anticipated CDBG funds is allocated to the Economic Development category.
Based on the 15% guideline and the estimated FY 1996/97 CDBG allocation $555,795 is
available for the Economic Development category.
Economic Development Application Process and Recommendations
The FY 1996/97 funding recommendations are the result of a competitive application
process initiated in August of 1995. A Notice of Funding Availability and Request for
Proposal was sent to over 200 jurisdictions, public agencies, and non-profit organizations.
The Department received 11 applications in the Economic Development category
requesting a total of$759,000.
On June 27, 1995 the Board of Supervisors established the Economic Development
Committee to work with the Community Development Department to develop
recommendations to the Board of Supervisors concerning the allocations of CDBG funds
for economic development.
Projects were reviewed and recommendations developed based on the following criteria:
consistency with CDBG and County objectives and regulations; target population and
alleviation of economic development needs; feasibility and cost effectiveness; experience
and capacity; proposed match and leveraging of funds; project readiness and timeliness;
affirmative marketing and outreach; past performance; clarity and completeness of
application.
On February 7, 1996 the Committee considered staff recommendations for economic
development projects. The meeting was noticed and members of the public including
project sponsors were invited to attend and provide input into the allocation process.
Following discussion and comment on projects, the Committee accepted staff
recommendations with modification for the allocation of FY 1996/97 CDBG funds
(attachment C-1).
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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
DATE: March 5, 1996
TO: Board of Supervisors
FROM: Contra Costa Affordable Housing Finance Committee
by Kathleen K. Hamm, Principal Planner, Housing O'Qu'�
SUBJECT: FY 1996/97 HOME Investment Partnership Act and Community
Development Block Grant Funding Recommendations - Housing
The purpose of this memorandum is to present the following recommendations of the Affordable
Housing Finance Committee for the allocation of FY 1996/97 Community Development Block
Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Act funds for affordable housing development in Contra
Costa County.
PROJECT/SPONSOR RECOMMENDED FUNDING
HOME CDBG TOTAL
Coggins Square Apartments/BRIDGE Housing $1,152,1451 $ 797,855 $1,950,000
Lone Tree Way Homebuyer Assistance/Rural
California Housing Corp. $ 380,000 $ 380,000
Aspen Court/Resources for Community
Development $ 380,000 $ 380,000
Fair Housing Counseling/Pacific Community
Services, Inc. $ 22,000 $ 22,000
Fair Housing Counseling/Shelter, Inc. $ 27,000 $ 27,000
Legal Assistance - Fair Housing/Contra Costa
Legal Services Foundation $ 30,000 $ 30,000
Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program/
City of Pleasant Hill $ 50,000 $ 50,000
Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program/
City of San Pablo $ 120,000 $ 120,000
Neighborhood Preservation Program/County
Building Inspection Department $ 250,000 $ 250,000
CDBG Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 591,9172 $ 591,917
HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 312,255 $ 312,255
Program Administration $ 208,170 $ 208,170
TOTAL FUNDS RECOMMENDED $2,432,570 $1,888,772 $4,321,342
lIncludes $350,870 in previously unallocated FY 1995/96 HOME funds.
2Includes $36,122 in prior year carryover funds.
The Committee further recommends that any CDBG housing or HOME funds allocated to the
County in excess of the anticipated FY 1996/97 levels be allocated to the CDBG or HOME
Housing Development Assistance Fund as appropriate.
The following includes a background discussion of CDBG and HOME Program objectives, funds
available for affordable housing development, the allocation process, and a more detailed
description of projects recommended for funding.
Affordable Housing Program Objectives
Community Development Block Grant(CDBG)and HOME Investment Partnership Act(HOME)
Program funds represent two major sources of financing for affordable housing development in
Contra Costa. These funds are allocated on an annual basis by formula'to the County through
the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The purpose of the CDBG
Program is to develop viable urban communities through the provision of decent housing, a
suitable living environment, and expanded economic opportunities for persons of very-low and
low income. Similarly, the purpose of the HOME Program is to increase and maintain the supply
of decent and safe housing affordable to and occupied by lower-income households.
Consistent with the purposes of the CDBG and HOME Programs, the Board of Supervisors
adopted the following priorities for affordable housing programs and projects in the FY 1995-99
Contra Costa Consolidated Plan:
o increase the supply of multifamily rental housing affordable to and occupied by very-low
and low-income households;
o maintain the existing affordable housing stock through the rehabilitation of owner-
occupied and rental housing;
o increase the supply of appropriate and supportive housing for special needs populations;
o assist the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless by providing emergency and
transitional housing; and
o alleviate housing discrimination.
FY 1996/97 Affordable Housing Funds - HOME and CDBG
CDBG funds are provided to Contra Costa County as the Urban County Representative. The
Urban County consists of unincorporated Contra Costa and the cities of Brentwood, Clayton,
Danville, El Cerrito, Hercules, Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pinole, Pleasant Hill, San
Pablo, and San Ramon. CDBG funds may be used to support affordable housing development
in the Urban County. HOME funds are allocated to the Contra Costa Consortium for use in
funding projects throughout the Consortium area. The Consortium consists of the County as the
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Urban County Representative and the cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg and Walnut Creek.
As the Urban County and Consortium Representative,the County is responsible for administration
and management of the CDBG and HOME Programs. Both programs are implemented through
the Community Development Department.
During FY 1996/97, the County anticipates receiving the following funds for affordable housing
development:
FY 1996/97 CDBG $1,852,650
CDBG prior year carryover $ 36,122
FY 1996/97 HOME $2,081,700
TOTAL $3,970,472
Due to the absence of an approved FY 1996/97 HUD budget, the funds available for affordable
housing development are estimates prepared by the Community Development Department in
accordance with HUD recommendations. Specifically, CDBG and HOME funding levels for FY
1996/97 are estimated at 90 percent of the prior year allocation. Further, in accordance with
guidelines approved by the Board of Supervisors on December 14, 1993, 50 percent of anticipated
FY 1996/97 CDBG funds ($3,705,300) is allocated to affordable housing projects, including 35
percent to be allocated in the current funding cycle and 15 percent to be placed in the CDBG
Housing Development Assistance Fund for use in funding housing projects which develop during
the program year.
Affordable Housing Fund Allocation Process and Recommendations
On June 27, 1995, the Board of Supervisors established the Affordable Housing Finance
Committee (AHFC) to work with the Community Development Department to develop
recommendations to the Board concerning the allocation of CDBG and HOME funds for
affordable housing development. The FY 1996/97 funding recommendations are the result of a
competitive application process initiated in August of 1995. A Notice of Funding Availability
was sent to over 80 jurisdictions, public agencies, affordable housing developers and interest
groups active in the Urban County and Consortium area. The Department received twelve
-applications requesting a total of$5.5 million ($3.6 million in HOME funds and $1.9 million in
CDBG). Projects were reviewed and recommendations developed based on the following criteria:
consistency with Consortium/County housing priorities;eligibility under federal regulations;target
population and the alleviation of affordable housing needs; project feasibility and cost-
effectiveness; match and leveraging of other resources; experience; affirmative marketing
program; timeliness; local/community support; and environmental issues.
The AHFC met on February 7, 1996 to consider staff funding recommendations for affordable
housing projects. The meeting was noticed and members of the public including project sponsors
were invited to attend and provide input into the allocation process. Following discussion and
comment on each project, the AHFC unanimously approved the following recommendations for
the allocation of FY 1996/97 CDBG and HOME funds to affordable housing programs and
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projects:
o $1,599,130 ($797,855 in CDBG funds and $801,275 in HOME funds) to BRIDGE
Housing Corporation for the new construction of Coggins Square Apartments. This
project will include 86 units of multifamily transit-based rental housing affordable to and
occupied by extremely-low and lower-income households in Central County. The
Committee further recommends that the Board approve $350,870 in unallocated FY
1995/96 HOME funds to complete the financing required for this project (total of
$1,950,000).
o $380,000 in HOME funds to Rural California Housing Corporation for the Lone Tree
Way Project to provide affordable homeownership opportunities for 65 lower-income
households in Brentwood and West County.
o $380,000 in HOME funds to Resources for Community Development to provide 12 units
of permanent, affordable housing for lower-income households and individuals disabled
with HIV/AIDS in Central County.
o $49,000 in CDBG funds to Shelter, Inc. ($27,000) and Pacific Community Services, Inc.
($22,000) to provide fair housing counseling services and to assist the County in
identifying impediments to fair housing in the Urban County.
o $30,000 in CDBG funds to Contra Costa Legal Services Foundation to provide legal
assistance to households experiencing problems of housing discrimination and to assist the
County in identifying impediments to fair housing in the Urban County.
o $420,000 in CDBG funds for three programs to provide zero and low-interest loans for
the rehabilitation of housing owned and occupied by lower income households, including
a countywide rehabilitation program operated by the County Building Inspection
Department ($250,000) and two City programs operated by Pleasant Hill ($50,000) and
San Pablo ($120,000).
o $591,917 for the CDBG Housing Development Assistance Fund (CDBG/HDAF) for use
in supporting affordable housing projects which develop outside of the regular funding
cycle (funds include 15 percent of the estimated FY 1996/97 CDBG allocation plus
$36,122 in prior year carryover funds).
o $312,255 or 15 percent of the estimated FY 1996/97 HOME allocation for the HOME
Housing Development Assistance Fund (HOME/HDAF) for use in supporting affordable
housing projects which develop outside of the regular funding cycle.
The Committee further recommends that any HOME or CDBG housing funds allocated to the
County in excess of the current estimates be placed in the appropriate HDAF.
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Finally, in accordance with federal regulations, 10 percent of each year's HOME allocation
($208,170) is provided for program administration.
Attachment D-1 includes a summary of projects recommended for funding.
Projects Not Recommended for Current Funding
A proposal requesting additional funds for the Housing Authority Rental Rehabilitation Program
was withdrawn as a result of higher than anticipated program income rendering additional funds
during FY 1996/97 unnecessary. Two projects were not recommended for current funding as
premature:
o a request for funds by the City of San Pablo to rehabilitate public housing was not
recommended based on the existence of alternative potential financing sources;
o a request for funds by the County Health Services Department to rehabilitate the Central
County Emergency Shelter was not recommended based on the lack of a defined
rehabilitation plan and budget.
Staff will continue to work with the Health Services Department and,the City of San Pablo to
determine the future need for funding of these projects.
Projects not recommended for funding in the current cycle are summarized in Attachment D-2.
cc: Affordable Housing Finance Committee
FY 1996/97 Project Applicants
Jim Kennedy
Belinda Smith
Elizabeth Gearin
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ADDENDUM TO ITEM D.4
March 12 , 1996
On March 5, 1996, the Board of Supervisors continued to this
date the hearing to consider the recommendations of the Family
and Human Services, Finance, Economic Development and the
Affordable Housing Finance Committees on the 1996-97 Community
Development Block Grant Program and HOME Investment Partnership
Act Funding Allocations .
Belinda Smith, Community Development Department, presented
the staff report .
The public hearing was opened and the following persons
appeared to present testimony:
Ellen Schwartz, 1300 Civic Drive Ste . 5, Walnut Creek,
representing Healing Our Nation From Violence;
Walter M. Bank, Executive Director, Senior Legal Services,
1305 MacDonald Avenue, Richmond,
Dan Sawslak, 2131 University Avenue, #224 , Berkeley,
representing Resources for Community Development;
Kathy Lafferty, 1135 Lacey Lane, Concord, representing
Cambridge Community Center;
Rudy Rodriguez, 1894 Cannon Drive, Walnut Creek,
representing M.A. P.A. and Los Cenzontles;
John Gonzales, Box 369, Knightsen, representing the
Knightsen Town Advisory Council;
Claire Maxwell, 847 Brookside Drive, Richmond, representing
Community Services;
Overlin J. Zamora, 3200 Loveridge Road, Pittsburg, '
representing the Pittsburg Unified School District;
Ashok Patwardhan, 1320 Mt . Diablo Boulevard, Suite E, Walnut
Creek, representing FUNEN;
Stanley Gentle, P.O. Box 23227, Pleasant Hill, representing
the Conflict Resolution Panels;
Amelia Scott, 2425 Bisso Lane, Concord, representing
Community Service Department Head Start Program;
Darnell Turner, 2425 Bisso Lane, Concord, representing the
Community Service Department Head Start Program;
Elliott W. Smith, 1103 Temple Drive, Pacheco, supporting the
building of affordable housing for people with aids in Pacheco;
Ish Mendonsa, 1300 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, representing
Family Community Services;
Don Terner, 1 Hawthorne Street, San Francisco, representing
Bridge Housing Corporation;
Tom Fulton, 2224 Pacheco Boulevard, Martinez, representing
Northern California Family Center;
James Bouquin, 1760 Clayton Road, Concord, representing
Crisis and Suicide Intervention and New Connections;
Sandy Leone, 6370 Chattswood Drive, Martinez, speaking on
the Aspen Court housing;
Michele Jackson, 305 Chesley Avenue #1, North Richmond,
representing Neighborhood House;
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Ellen Stevahn, 21 Paradise Lane, Pleasant Hill, representing
Friends of Rodgers Ranch;
Gary Harris, 1236 Escobar Street, Martinez, representing
Battered Women' s Alternative, Youth Education and Support
Services;
Carla Inniss, 339 11th Street, Richmond, representing the
East Bay Center for the Performing Arts;
Patricia Pinkston, 597 Center Avenue, #375, Martinez,
representing the Contra Costa County Health Services Department
and the emergency shelter program;
All persons desiring to speak were heard and the public
hearing was closed.
The Board began the discussion with consideration of Exhibit
D, recommendations of the Contra Costa Affordable Housing Finance
Committee on the FY 1996/97 HOME Investment Partnership Act and
Community Development Block Grant Funding - Housing. Supervisor
DeSaulnier moved to approve the recommendations of staff, and he
encouraged Aspen Court and Resources for Community Development to
continue to work with his office and staff . Supervisor Torlakson
seconded the motion. The vote on the motion was as follows :
AYES : Supervisors Rogers, DeSaulnier, Torlakson and Smith
NOES : None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bishop
ABSTAIN: None
The Board then considered Exhibit C with the removal of
ED. 6, Child Care Provider Training and Retention. Supervisor
DeSaulnier moved to allocate the $9, 500 from ED. 6 to ED. 1, the
Care Connection Registry. Supervisor Torlakson seconded the
motion. The vote on the motion was as follows :
AYES : Supervisors Rogers, DeSaulnier, Torlakson and Smith
NOES : None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bishop
ABSTAIN: None
The Board then considered the Open Category (Exhibit B) .
Belinda Smith advised the Board that there was the sum of
$102 , 000 that could also be utilized for allocation in addition
to the staff recommendations . Supervisor DeSaulnier recommended
that Open 3 , Phase III Kitchen Renovations, and Open 16, Balboa
Head Start Center, be referred to the Finance Committee to work
on a long term plan and he recommended Open 1, Refurbish Manholes
Phase II, Rodeo Sanitary District, be allocated $33 , 968, Open
12, the Knightsen Avenue Frontage Improvement, be allocated
$42, 000, Open 14 , Rodgers Ranch be allocated $8 , 032 , and Open 23 ,
Pedestrian Ramps-Old Town Phase III, City of San Pablo, be
allocated $18, 000 . Supervisor Smith seconded the motion.
The Board further discussed the allocations . Following
further discussion, Supervisor DeSaulnier advised that he would
amend his motion to include that any other funding could go to
the sidewalk project in Bay Point, Open 18, and the Balboa Head
Start Center purchase, Open 16, and the kitchen renovation at the
Brookside site, Open 3 .
Supervisor Smith suggested that Open 1, Rodeo Sanitary
District, Refurbish Manholes Phase II be allocated $30, 000; the
Knightsen Town Council Frontage Improvements, Open 12, be
allocated $40, 000 ; the San Pablo ramps, Open 23 , be allocated
$18 , 000 ; the Rogers Ranch, Open 14, be allocated $5, 000; and the
remainder for the Pittsburg Unified School District, Open 18 .
Supervisor DeSaulnier accepted the suggestion as an
amendment to his motion.
Supervisor Rogers clarified that if additional funding is
forthcoming that money would go to either Balboa Head Start
Center or Brookside Kitchen renovation. Supervisor Smith
concurred.
Belinda Smith clarified that $9, 000 would go to the
Pittsburg Unified School District .
Supervisor Torlakson suggested support for approaching the
Building Trades on the Rodgers Ranch and the sidewalk issue to
see if they would be willing to donate materials and labor.
Supervisor Smith clarified that the motion included
approving all of the staff' s recommendations and spending an
additional $102 , 000 on the open projects allocating the funds in
the following manner: $40, 000 to Open 12 which is the Knightsen
Avenue Frontage Improvements; $30, 000 to Open 1 which is the
Rodeo Sanitary District; $5, 000 to the Rodgers Ranch which is
Open 14 ; and Supervisor Smith noted that Open 23 is allocated
$18, 000 and Open 18 is allocated $9, 000 . Supervisor Smith called
attention to the fact that the Board is making an additional
policy statement that the Board is looking for any further
funding that can be identified for Open 3 and Open 16 which are
being referred to the Finance Committee . The Building Trades and
other community representatives are being asked to help
contribute to the Rodgers Ranch and the Pittsburg Unified School
District sidewalk project and that if there is additional funding
that comes in (possibly $50, 000) that it be allocated to the
Balboa Head Start Center and the Brookside kitchen renovation.
The vote on the motion was as follows :
AYES : Supervisors Rogers, DeSaulnier, Torlakson and Smith
NOES : None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bishop
ABSTAIN: None
The Board discussed Exhibit A, Public Service, for which
there is $74 , 106 to allocate in addition to the staff
recommendations . Supervisor Smith recommended funding of Los
Cenzontles Mexican Arts Center, PS. 26, in the amount of $7, 000 .
Supervisor Rogers recommended funding for Senior Legal Services,
PS . 30, in the amount of $10, 000 . Supervisor Torlakson requested
funding for the Conflict Resolution Panels, PS . 27, in the amount
of $5, 000 to $10, 000 . Supervisor Smith also requested funding
for PS . 33 , Vocational Mentoring in the amount of $20, 000 .
Supervisor Smith clarified the $20, 000 would be allocated to
PS . 33 , Vocational Mentoring, $10, 000 would be allocated to the
Contra Costa Legal Services for the elderly, PS . 30, $10, 000 would
be allocated to Conflict Resolution which is PS . 27, and $7, 000
would be allocated to PS. 26, Los Cenzontles . Supervisor
DeSaulnier requested that Los Cenzontles be required to come up
to their by-law requirements and submit to the County a current
audit .
Belinda Smith added that Community Development would assist
them in doing monitoring and reporting requirements .
Supervisor Rogers requested that the Runaway Program, PS.43 ,
be allocated $12, 500 . Supervisor Torlakson seconded the motion.
Supervisor Smith recommended that the remainder of the funds be
allocated to the Vocational Mentoring Program, PS . 33 .
Supervisor DeSaulnier recommended that $32, 000 be allocated
to the Vocational Mentoring Program, PS . 33 , and that $2, 500 be
allocated to Cambridge Community Center, PS . 11 . Supervisor
Rogers expressed concurrence and requested that the Children at
Risk, PS . 23 be the first priority if there are additional funds,
and that the Homeless Shelter Program for single Adults would be
the second priority. The Board concurred.
Belinda Smith requested that the funds for the Runaway
Program, PS . 43, be contingent on the applicant submitting a
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single audit, and that the money be restricted to placement of
runaways only. Supervisor Smith expressed concurrence with
adding that to the motion. The vote on the motion was as
follows :
AYES: Supervisors Rogers, DeSaulnier, Torlakson and Smith
NOES : None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bishop
ABSTAIN: None
The Board considered the staff recommendations 1, 2 , 3 , and 4
for this item. Supervisor DeSaulnier moved approval of the staff
recommendations . Supervisor Rogers seconded the motion. The
vote on the motion was as follows :
AYES : Supervisors Rogers, DeSaulnier, Torlakson and Smith
NOES : None
ABSENT: Supervisor Bishop
ABSTAIN: None
IT IS BY THE BOARD ORDERED that the recommendations of the
Family and Human Services, Finance, Economic Development and the
Affordable Housing Finance Committees on the 1996-97 Community
Development Block Grant Program and HOME Investment Partnership
Act Funding allocations are APPROVED as stated in the above
motions and votes .
OMB Approval No.0348-0043
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D.Decrease Duration Other(specify):
U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban
10.CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC 14.23 11.DESCRIPTIVE TITLE OF APPLICANT'S PROJECT:
ASSISTANCE NUMBER Contra Costa County FY 1996/97 Action
TITLE: Emergency Shelter Grant Plan
12.AREA AFFECTED BY PROJECT(cities,counties,states,etc.):
Contra Costa Urban County
Start Date Ending Date a.Applicant b.Project
05/01/96 05/31/97 7th and 10th 7th and 10th
15-ESTIMATED FUNnING* 16.IS APPLICATION SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372 PROCESS?
a.Federal $ 115, 000 .00 a. YES THIS PREAPPLICATION/APPLICATION WAS MADE AVAILABLE TO THE
STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372 PROCESS FOR REVIEW ON:
b.Applicant $ 0 .00
DATE
c.State $ 0 .00
b. NO ® PROGRAM IS NOT COVERED BY E.O.12372
d.Local $ Q .00
❑ OR PROGRAM HAS NOT BEEN SELECTED BY STATE FOR REVIEW
e.Other $ 0 .00
f.Program Income $ 0 .00 17.IS THE APPLICANT DELINQUENT ON ANY FEDERAL DEBT?
g.TOTAL $ 115, 000 .00 Yes If"Yes,"attach an explanation ® No
18.TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF,ALL DATA IN THIS APPLICATIOWPREAPPLICATION ARE TRUE AND CORRECT.THE DOCUMENT HAS BEEN DULY
AUTHORIZED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE APPLICANT AND THE APPLICANT WILL COMPLY WITH THE ATTACHED ASSURANCES IF THE ASSISTANCE IS AWARDED.
a.Typed Name of Authorized Representive b.Title c.Telephone number
Jim Kennedy Deputy Director - (510) 335-1255
d.Signature of Authorized R �presentafive / � e.Date Signed
03/15/96
Previous Editions Not sable Authoriz9dfor Local Reproduction Standard Form 424-(REV 4.88)
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Consolidated Plan System
SF424 Supporting Document
In reference to submission:
Applicant Identifier: S-96-UC-06-0002
State Identifier:
Federal Identifier:
Contact person: Kathleen Hamm
(510) 335-1257
17. If applicant is delinquent on any Federal debt, attach an explanation:
N/A
}
OMB Approval No.0348-0043
APPLICATION FOR 2.DATE SUBMITTED: Applicant Identifier
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE 03/15/96 M-96-DC-06-0231
1.TYPE OF SUBMISSION: 3.DATE RECEIVED BY STATE State Application Identifier
Application Preapplication / /
❑ Construction ❑Construction 4.DATE RECEIVED BY FEDERAL AGENCY Federal Identifier
❑ Non-Construction ❑Non-Construction
AetT INFORMATION
Legal Name: Organizational Unit:
Contra Costa Consortium Community Development Department
Address(give city,counly,state,and zip code): Name and telephone number of person to be contacted on matter involving
651 Pine Street , 4th Floor, North Wing this application(give area code)
Martinez CA 94553-095 Kathleen Hamm
(510) 335-1257
6.EMPLOYER IDENTIFICATIO NUMB 7.TYPE OF APPLICANT:(enter appropriate letter in box)
9 4 _ 6 1 0 Q 1 0 5 1 0 9 A. State H. Interdependant School District El
B. County I. State Controlled Institution of Higher Learning
C. Municipal J. Private University
8.TYPE OF APPLICATION: D. Township K Indian Tribe
E. Interstate L. Individual
® New ❑ Continuation ❑ Revision F. Intermunicipal M. Profit Organization
G. Special District N. Other(Specify) Consortium
If Revision,enter appropriate letter(s)in box(es): ❑ ❑
A.Increase Award B.Decrease Award C.Increase Duration 9.NAME OF FEDERAL AGENCY:
D.Decrease Duration Other(specify):
U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban
10.CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC 14.23 11.DESCRIPTIVE TITLE OF APPLICANTS PROJECT:
ASSISTANCE NUMBER Contra Costa County FY 1996/97 Action
TITLE: HOME Investment Partnership Act Plan
12.AREA AFFECTED BY PROJECT(cities,counties,states,etc):
Contra Costa Urban County and the Cities of
Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, and Walnut
Start Date Ending Date a.Applicantb.Project
05/01/96 05/31/97 7th and 10th 7th and 10th
15,ESTIMATED FUNDINGm 16.IS APPLICATION SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372 PROCESS?
a.Federal $ 2r 08l,700 •00 a. YES THIS PREAPPLICATION/APPLICATION WAS MADE AVAILABLE TO THE
STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372 PROCESS FOR REVIEW ON:
b.Applicant $ Q .00 /
DATE
c.State $ Q .00
b. NOE] PROGRAM IS NOT COVERED BY E.O.12372
d.local $ Q .00
❑ OR PROGRAM HAS NOT BEEN SELECTED BY STATE FOR REVIEW
a.other $ 350, 870 .00
I.Program Income $ Q .00 17.IS THE APPLICANT DELINQUENT ON ANY FEDERAL DEBT?
❑g.TOTAL $ 2,432,570 -00 Yes If"Yes,"attach an explanation ® No
18.TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF,ALL DATA IN THIS APPLICATIONIPREAPPLICATION ARE TRUE AND CORRECT.THE DOCUMENT HAS BEEN DULY
AUTHORIZED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE APPLICANT AND THE APPLICANT WILL COMPLY WITH THE ATTACHED ASSURANCES IF THE ASSISTANCE IS AWARDED.
a.Typed Name of Authorized Representive b.Title c.Telephone number
James Kennedy Deputy Director - (510) 335-1255
d.Signature of Authorized presentative e.Date Signed
Ct�v►.� 03/15/96
Previous Editions Not le Aut rized for Local Reproduction Standard Form 424-(REV 4-88)
U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Consolidated Plan System "
SF424 Supporting Document
In reference to submission:
Applicant Identifier: M-96-DC-06-0231
State Identifier:
Federal Identifier:
Contact person: Kathleen Hamm
(510) 335-1257
17. If applicant is delinquent on any Federal debt, attach an explanation:
N/A
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OMB Approval No.0348-0043
APPLICATION FOR 1ATESUBMITTED: Applicant identifier
FEDERAL ASSISTANCE 03/15/96 B-96-UC-06-002
1.TYPE OF SUBMISSION: 3.DATE RECEIVED BY STATE State Application identifier
Application Preapplication / /
Construction 0 Construction 4.DATE RECEIVED BY FEDERAL AGENCY Federal Identifier
FRI Non-Construction EINon-Construction
5 APPLICANT INFORMATION
Legal Name: Organizational Unit T
Contra Costa County Community Development Department
Address(give city,county,state,and zip code): Name and telephone number of person to be contacted on matter involving
651 Pine Street, 4th Floor, North Wing this application(give area code)
Martinez CA 94553-095 Belinda Smith
(510) 335-1260
6.EMPLOYER IDENTIEIQATIQ NUMB 7.TYPE OF APPLICANT:(enter appropriate letter in box)
9 4 — 6 1 0 0 1 0 5 0 9 A. State H. Interdependant School District
B. County I. State Controlled Institution of Higher Learning
C. Municipal J. Private University
8.TYPE OF APPLICATION: D. Township K Indian Tribe
E. Interstate L. Individual
® New Continuation Revision F. Intermunicipal M. Profit Organization
G.Special District N. Other(Specify)
If Revision,enter appropriate letter(s)in box(es): ❑ ❑
A.Increase Award B.Decrease Award C.Increase Duration 9.NAME OF FEDERAL AGENCY:
D.Decrease Duration Other(specify):
U.S. Dept. of Housing & Urban
10.CATALOG OF FEDERAL DOMESTIC 14.21 11.DESCRIPTIVE TITLE OF APPLICANTS PROJECT:
ASSISTANCE NUMBER Contra Costa County FY 1996/97 Action
TITLE: Community Development Block Grant Plan
12.AREA AFFECTED BY PROJECT(cities,counties,states,etc.):
Contra Costa Urban County
Start Date Ending Date a.Applicant b.Project
05/01/96 05/31/97 7th and 10th 7th and 10th
15-ESTIMATED FUNnING' 16.IS APPLICATION SUBJECT TO REVIEW BY STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372 PROCESS?
a.Federal $ 3,7 05,3 0 0 .00 a. YES THIS PREAPPLICATION/APPLICATION WAS MADE AVAILABLE TO THE
STATE EXECUTIVE ORDER 12372 PROCESS FOR REVIEW ON:
b.Applicant $ 0 .00
DATE
c.State $ Q .00
b. NO ® PROGRAM IS NOT COVERED BY E.O.12372
d.Local $ Q .00
OR PROGRAM HAS NOT BEEN SELECTED BY STATE FOR REVIEW
e.Other $ Q .00
f.Program Income $ 500, 000 .00 17.IS THE APPLICANT DELINQUENT ON ANY FEDERAL DEBT?
Yes ff"Yes,"attach an explanation ® No
g.TOTAL $ Q,205,300 -GO
18.TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE AND BELIEF,ALL DATA IN THIS APPLICATION/PREAPPLICATION ARE TRUE AND CORRECT.THE DOCUMENT HAS BEEN DULY
AUTHORIZED BY THE GOVERNING BODY OF THE APPLICANT AND THE APPLICANT WILL COMPLY WITH THE ATTACHED ASSURANCES IF THE ASSISTANCE IS AWARDED.
a.Typed Name of Authorized Representive b.Title c.Telephone number
James Kennedy Deputy Director - (510) 335-1255
d.Signature of Authorized Ripresentative e.Date Signed
r e:/ 03/15/96
c?iLw�/
Previous Editions Not is-1/1!
sa a Aut rized for Local Reproduction Standard Form 424-(REV 4-88)
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U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Consolidated Plan System
SF424 Supporting Document
In reference, to submission:
Applicant Identifier: B-96-UC-06-002
State Identifier:
Federal Identifier:
Contact person: Belinda Smith
(510) - 335-2260
17. If applicant is delinquent on any Federal debt, attach an explanation:
N/A
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FY1996/97 ACTION PLAN
March 15, 1996
FY 1996/97 Action Plan - Contra Cost County
Table of Contents
I. FY 1996/97 ACTION PLAN- CONTRA COSTA COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
A. Affordable Housing Strategy Implementation . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . :. . . . . 1
A.1 Priority: Strategies to Maintain the Affordable Housing Stock . . . . . . . . 2
A.l.i Rental Rehabilitation Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
A.l.ii Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
A.Liii Additional Rehabilitation Programs and Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
A.Liv Preservation Efforts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
A.2 Priority: Strategies and Plans to Increase the Supply of Affordable
Housing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
A.21 Rental Housing Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
A.2.ii Homeownership Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
A.3 Priority: Strategies and Plans to Improve Housing Affordability . . . . . . . 9
A.4 Priority: Housing Strategies and Plans to Assist Special Needs Populations
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
A.41 Senior Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
A.4.ii. Housing for Mentally and/or Physically Disabled Persons . . . . . . 12
A.4.iii Housing for HIV/AIDS Population . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
A.4.iv Battered Women and Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
A.4.v Recovering Substance Abusers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
A.4.vi Large Families . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
A.5 Priority: Housing Strategies and Plans to Assist Homeless Populations
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
A.5J Emergency and Transitional Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
A.5.ii Prevention of Homelessness and Transition to Permanent Housing
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
A.6 Fair Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
B. Public Housing Strategy Implementation and Resident Initiatives . . . . . 18
B.1 Housing Authority of Contra Costa County (HACCC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
B.2 San Pablo Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
C. Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
D. Anti-Poverty Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
E. Institutional Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
F. Coordination Efforts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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G. Additional Public Policies to Remove Barriers and Obstacles to the Provision of
Affordable Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
H. Anticipated Resources and Plan for Investment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
H.1 Resources for Development of Affordable Housing and Homeless Shelters
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
H.I.i Contra Costa Consortium FY 1996/97 HOME Investment
Partnership Act Funds . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
H.I.ii. Contra Costa County Community Development Block Grant Funds
28
H.1.iii Contra Costa Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Funds
28
H.1.iv Contra Costa County Emergency Shelter Grant Funds . . . . . . . . 29
H.I.v Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency Funds . . . . . . . . . 29
I. Number of Households to be Assisted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
J. FY 1996/97 Action Plan for CDBG Funds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
J.I Sources of Funds . . . . . . .
J.2 Recommended Allocations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
J.3 Quantitative Accomplishments by Activity Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
K. Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
K.1 Housing Projects and Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
K.2 Non-Housing Community Development Projects and Programs . . . . . . 65
SUMMARY OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND CITIZEN COMMENTS . . . . . . . 65
CERTIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
Consolidated Plan Certifications . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _ 68
Community Development Block Grant Grantee Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
Emergency Shelter Grant Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75
HOME Investment Partnership Act Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
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I. FY 1996/97 ACTION PLAN- CONTRA COSTA COUNTY'
During the ensuing one-year period, the County anticipates the following housing and community
development activities will be undertaken to address those needs identified in the Housing and
Community Development Needs Assessment':
A. Affordable Housing Strategy Implementation
During FY 1996/97, the County will continue to emphasize programs and activities to:
• Maintain and rehabilitate the existing affordable housing stock;
• Provide additional units through new construction;
• Increase access to affordable housing for extremely-low, very-low, and low'-income
households through homeownership and rental subsidy programs;
• Increase housing opportunities for the Urban County's special needs populations;
• Provide emergency and transitional housing with appropriate support services for
homeless populations; and
'The Action Plan must include the following: Standard Form 424(91.220(a));description of the activities the
jurisdiction will undertake during the next year to address priority needs in terms of local objectives that were identified
in the Five-Year Strategy. This description shall identify the specific local objectives that will be addressed by the
activities using formula grant funds and program income the jurisdiction expects to receive during the program year,
proposed accomplishments,and a target date for the completion of the activity(91.220(c)). Action Plan must also
include actions jurisdiction plans to take during the next year to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs,foster
and maintain affordable housing,remove barriers to affordable housing,evaluate and reduce lead-based hazards,reduce
the number of poverty-level households,develop institutional structure, enhance coordination between public and
private housing and social service agencies,and foster public housing improvements and resident initiatives. (91.220(f))
'Contra Costa County is the Consortium Representative for the Contra Costa HOME Consortium,which includes all
of Contra Costa County with the exception of the City of Richmond. On behalf of the Consortium,the County receives and
allocates HOME Investment Partnership Act funds. In addition,the County is the Entitlement Jurisdiction for the Urban
County,including all of Contra Costa County with the exception of the Cities of Antioch,Concord,Pittsburg,Richmond,
and Walnut Creek. On behalf of the Urban County,Contra Costa receives and allocates Community Development Block
Grant,Emergency Shelter Grant,and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS funds. The County's Action Plan
describes activities which will be undertaken in the Urban County and,for purposes of the HOME program only,in the
Consortium area.
3Extremely low-income households are defined as households with incomes at or below 30 percent of the Area Median Income
(AMD for the Oakland PMSA as adjusted for household size. Very-low income households are defined as households with incomes
at or below 50 percent AMI,and low-income households are households with incomes at/below 80 percent AMI.
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• Alleviate problems of housing discrimination.
Specific activities, programs, and projects to be undertaken by the County during FY 1996/97 are
described under the appropriate strategy in the following. In addition, the County proposes to
allocate$591,917 in FY 1996/97 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and
$312,255 in HOME Investment Partnership Act (HOME) funds to the Housing Development
Assistance Fund (HDAF)for purposes of funding eligible affordable housing projects as they
develop during the program year. CDBG/HDAF and HOME/HDAF funds are available on an
open-window application basis through the Community Development Department and the Contra
Costa Affordable Housing Finance Committee. In allocating resources from the HDAF, priority
is assigned to projects which are consistent with Consortium and County strategies, clearly
increase or maintain the supply of affordable housing in the County, and have a specific need for
funding outside the regular CDBG/HOIVIE funding cycle. Historically, HDAF funds have been
used to subsidize the acquisition, construction, and rehabilitation of single and multifamily housing
affordable to and occupied by extremely low, very-low, and low-income households. Potential
FY 1996/97 HDAF projects include a multifamily housing project in East County, two senior
projects in West County, first-time homebuyer projects in East and West County, a supportive
housing,project for mentally disabled individuals in South Central County, and
rehabilitation/conversion of an emergency shelter facility in Central County.
A.1 Priority: Strategies to Maintain the Affordable Housing Stock
The County has assigned a high priority to programs and projects designed to maintain and
rehabilitate affordable housing for very-low and low-income households in the Urban County and
Consortium Area. Major resources for the support of the County's rental and owner-occupied
rehabilitation activities during FY 1996/97 include the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG)Program, the HOME Investment Partnership Act Program(HOME), program income
generated by the County's currently operating rehabilitation programs, and other available public
and private resources. In addition, the County will work with the Housing Authority of the
County of Contra Costa to access potential resources provided under a variety of programs for
the acquisition and rehabilitation of housing units in order to provide homeownership
opportunities for very-low and low-income first-time homebuyers.
The County will also support eligible projects to acquire and rehabilitate multifamily properties
which will be affordable to lower income households, including the preservation of subsidized
projects in danger of conversion to market rate units. Finally, in the event that additional funds
become available through federal and/or state housing programs, the County will apply for
additional resources to support rental and homeowner rehabilitation.
A.Li Rental Rehabilitation Program
The County's largest rental rehabilitation program is currently operated by the Housing
Authority of the County of Contra Costa. The purpose of this program is to maintain and
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improve the availability of rental housing for extremely low, very-low, and low-income
households by providing technical assistance and subsidized loans for the rehabilitation of rental
units affordable to this group.
Under this program, the Housing Authority provides existing, qualified tenants with Section 8
certificates in order to prevent potential displacements once rehabilitation is complete. The
program provides low- and zero-interest deferred payment loans for the rehabilitation of rental
units throughout the Urban County. Rent restrictions are applied to the assisted units in order to
ensure that they remain affordable to very-low and low-income households following
rehabilitation. The Housing Authority also provides low-interest deferred loans which require a
match from private resources, to improve the quality of rental housing in target areas
characterized by rent levels which are expected to remain affordable to lower income families.
Due to market conditions in these areas, these loans do not require rent restrictions to maintain
the affordability of the units. These areas include but are not limited to parts of Brentwood,
Crockett, Martinez, San Pablo, North Richmond, Rodeo, and Bay Point.
Since initiation of the Housing Authority's Rental Rehabilitation Program in 1984,just under$3.4
million in CDBG, HOME, and Rental Rehabilitation Program(HUD/RRP) funds have been used
to leverage over$2.6 million in private resources to rehabilitate over 500 affordable rental units,
providing substantially improved housing opportunities for over 1300 very- low and low-income
persons. During FY 1996/97, the following resources will be available to this.program: An
estimated $295,000 in CDBG and RRP program income; $225,000 in Owner/Investor funds
and$10,000 in Housing Authority resources. These funds will result in the rehabilitation of an
estimated 28 units of affordable rental housing during FY 1996/97. It is anticipated that 7 of
these units will be for extremely-low income households(0-30 percent AMI), 12 will be for very-
low income households (31-50 percent AMI) and 9 will be for low-income households(51-80
percent AMI).
A.Lii Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program
The County's owner-occupied housing rehabilitation program is currently operated by the
Building Inspection Department. The objectives of the Department's Neighborhood
Preservation Program are: to assist very-low and low-income households (income at or below
80 percent AMI) in the Urban County to maintain and rehabilitate their residence through the
provision of below market and zero-interest loans; and to help stabilize older neighborhoods
threatened with increasing blight and gradual deterioration in overall housing conditions. While
available throughout the Urban County, this program is targeted to 20 areas selected on the basis
of the age and condition of housing and income levels of the resident population.
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The target areas include portions of seven Contra Costa Cities and 15 unincorporated areas of the
County."
Program marketing activity is concentrated in the target areas in an effort to elicit participation by
eligible households with rehabilitation needs.
Since its inception in 1975, the Neighborhood Preservation Program has successfully leveraged
federal, state, and private resources to rehabilitate more than 950 owner-occupied housing units.
Depending on program income and the availability of additional funding under CDBG, HOME,
and state rehabilitation programs, continued support of this program will result in the
rehabilitation of an additional 34 units of owner-occupied housing. During FY 1996/97, the
following additional resources will be provided to this program: $250,000 in FY 1996/97 County
CDBG funds; Neighborhood Preservation/CDBG Program income estimated at $400,000; and
$155,000 in unobligated carry over funds from preceding years. The Urban County will also
apply for State funds should resources become available.
A paint rebate program is also included within the Neighborhood Preservation Program. Very-
low and low-income homeowners are eligible to receive up to $200 to pay for the costs of paint
used to repaint their homes. It is anticipated that the Urban County will assist 15 homeowners
through this program.
A.1.iii :Additional Rehabilitation Programs and Projects
In addition to the owner-occupied and rental rehabilitation programs operated in the Urban
County by the Housing Authority and the Building Inspection Department, the Cities of San Pablo
and Pleasant Hill also operate rehabilitation programs.
• The City of San Pablo operates a housing rehabilitation loan program for very-low and
low-income owner-occupant households residing within the City. In operation since 1977,
this program has provided low-interest and deferred payment loans for the rehabilitation of
over 600 very-low and low-income housing units. In addition to rehabilitation loans, this
program also supports neighborhood revitalization through its paint rebate program. FY
1996/97 funding sources for this program include County CDBG($120,000), CDBG
program income(estimated at $50,000), CDBG carry over funds from prior years
($150,000), and City Redevelopment Agency resources($125,000). The City anticipates
providing loans to rehabilitate 10 to 15 housing units with these resources. Priority will be
assigned to loans which assist low-income senior households.
"Program target area includes portions of the Cities of Brentwood,El Cerrito,Lafayette,Martinez,Pleasant Hill,and
the following unincorporated areas: Bethel Island;Byron;Clyde;Crockett;El Sobrante;Montalvan Manor;Mountain
View(portion of Martinez and adjacent unincorporated area);North Richmond;Oakley;Rodeo;Rollingwood(north of
San Pablo);Sand Hill(Oakley area);Vine Hill(northeast of Martinez);and Bay Point.
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• During FY 1993/94, the City of Pleasant Hill initiated a housing rehabilitation program
for very-low and low-income homeowners using City Redevelopment Agency(RDA)
funds. Through this program the City anticipates providing low interest (5 percent) loans
to an estimated 15 lower-income households(up to 80 percent AMI) during 1996/97.
Priority is assigned to rehabilitation loans to abate general property conditions which pose
health and/or safety hazards to either residents and/or the surrounding area. FY 1996/97
funding for this effort includes Pleasant Hill Redevelopment Agency Housing Set-Aside
($272,000), program income($24,000) and County CDBG'resources($50,000). Loans
provided from CDBG funds will be restricted to very-low and low-income households.
In addition to the above activities, the County will consider the use of CDBG and HOME
resources to acquire and/or rehabilitate rental projects which, due to the magnitude of resources
required, cannot be funded through the rehabilitation programs previously discussed.
A.Liv Preservation Efforts
The County will also undertake efforts to preserve existing affordable housing projects which are
at risk of converting to market rate due to the expiration of affordability restrictions. Within
Contra Costa County there are 9 at-risk projects currently providing 753 units' of subsidized
housing for local residents, including two developments(173 units) which are eligible for
conversion to permanent affordability under the Title VI program.' Specific developments are
discussed in the Needs Assessment section regarding Units at Risk. The County has developed a
strategy to notify nonprofit housing developers active in Contra Costa County of the status of
federally-assisted at-risk units as they become available for sale. In addition to the provision of
technical assistance, the County will consider the use of CDBG funds to provide a portion of the
local match required for participation in federal programs designed to maintain the at-risk units as
affordable housing(e.g., Low-Income Housing Preservation and Resident Homeownership Act or
LIHPRHA).
In addition to the County's efforts, the California Housing Partnership Corporation is actively
working to preserve affordable housing through the provision of technical assistance and efforts
to facilitate the purchase of other at-risk projects by non-profits.
A.2 Priority: Strategies and Plans to Increase the Supply of Affordable Housing
In addition to maintaining the supply of affordable housing, CDBG and HOME funds will be used
to increase the supply of affordable rental and owner-occupied housing for very-low and low-
'Figure includes the public housing units managed by the City of San Pablo Housing Authority,and federally-
assisted at-risk units located in the City of Richmond.
'The Title VI program extends the affordability of federally-assisted at-risk units by offering incentives to existing
owners or to non-profit and/or tenant groups to purchase the projects and maintain eligibility requirements.
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income households. Eligible uses of CDBG funds in support of housing construction include site
acquisition, site clearance, and onsite improvements.' CDBG funds may also be used to cover
construction costs for housing developments undertaken by qualified Community Based
Development organizations. The development of additional rental and owner-occupied housing is
also a priority under the Contra Costa Consortium HOME program.' Eligible expenditures using
HOME funds include predevelopment, site acquisition and clearance, onsite improvements,
construction costs, related soft costs, and relocation expenses. In addition to new construction,
the County will also support the acquisition and rehabilitation of existing units as a means of
expanding the affordable housing supply. CDBG and HOME funds will be provided to eligible
projects in the form of a loan with occupancy and affordability requirements and financial terms
dependent on the feasibility of the specific project."
City and County Redevelopment Agency(RDA) funds, mortgage revenue bonds, and low-income
housing tax credits represent additional major resources for affordable housing development in the
Urban County. RDA's are responsible for ensuring that a minimum of 15 percent of all new
housing units developed by other public and private entities in the redevelopment areas are
affordable to low- and moderate-income10 households. If the RDA is the developer, then 30
percent,of new housing units developed must be affordable to low- and moderate-income
households. In addition, RDA's are a valuable source of revenue for affordable housing
development, since a minimum of 20 percent of RDA tax increment revenues must be used for
affordable housing programs and projects. The Community Development Department and the
County and City Redevelopment Agencies work cooperatively to improve affordable housing
opportunities through joint programs and projects.
The Contra Costa County Multifamily Housing Revenue Bond Program provides below-market
rate financing for the construction or acquisition of rental housing wherein a portion of the units
are reserved for qualified tenants (very-low and low-moderate income households). This is an
ongoing program that in any given year is expected to serve approximately 40 extremely-low
income households (0-30 percent AMI), 70 very-low income households (31-50 percent AMI),
60 low-income households (51-80 percent AMI), and 30 moderate-income households (80
percent AMI+). The status of this program varies with developer demand, the availability of
investment grade credit enhancements at reasonable rates/terms, and the presence of reasonably
low interest in the credit markets. The County will continue to work with the development
'Site must be under public ownership at the time of the improvements. CDBG funds may be used for projects
located in the Urban County(all of Contra Costa with the exception of the Cities of Antioch,Concord,Pittsburg,
Richmond,and Walnut Creek).
$Home funds may be used for projects in the Consortium Area(all of Contra Costa will the exception of Richmond).
"Loans may be amortized or deferred,with below-market or zero interest rates,depending on the financial needs of
the project.
10Moderate-income households are defined as households with incomes at or below 120 percent AMI.
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community to determine the feasibility of issuing mortgage revenue bonds in 1996 to finance the
construction or acquisition of multifamily housing affordable to very-low, low- and moderate-
income households.
Finally, CDBG and HOME funds will be used to leverage RDA resources, low-income housing
tax credits (LIHTCs), and other public and private resources to achieve the level of funding
required to implement eligible housing projects.
A.2.i Rental Housing Opportunities
The following projects supported by the County are designed to increase the supply of affordable
rental housing in the Urban County. These projects are in the development stage and/or under
current consideration for funding.
• Contra Costa County is working with BRIDGE Housing Corporation to develop
Coggins Square Apartments - 86 units of newly constructed multifamily rental housing
affordable to and occupied by lower-income households, including 30 units affordable at
30 percent AMI, 30 at 50 percent AMI, and 26 at 60 percent AMI. The units will remain
affordable for a minimum of 55 years. Coggins Square will be located on Las Juntas Way
and Coggins Drive in unincorporated Central County, and will contain one, two and
three-bedroom apartments to serve a variety of household types ranging from senior
citizens to large families. Total development cost: $11.3 million. Proposed funding
sources for this project include: $350,870 in FY1995/96 and $801,275 in FY 1996/97
Contra Costa HOME funds; $797,855 in FY 1996/97 County CDBG funds; $7.3 million
in Low-Income Housing Tax Credits; $350,000 in County Redevelopment Agency funds;
private lender financing ($900,000); and Federal Home Loan Bank resources ($120,400).
Assuming success in obtaining Tax Credits, this project will be completed and ready for
occupancy in May of 1998.
• The County Redevelopment Agency (RDA) is working to develop affordable rental
housing and/or condominiums on a site located near the proposed Bay Area Rapid Transit
(BART) station in Bay Point. In December 1993, the Redevelopment Agency acquired
the Anchor Cove project as a result of developer default during construction. Partially
complete, Anchor Cove was designed as a 10-unit affordable housing/condominium
project on a half-acre site. The Redevelopment Agency is exploring the assemblage of
adjacent parcels in order to expand the project to an estimated 40 to 60 units, including 15
percent to be affordable to lower income households.
• The County RDA together with the City of Pittsburg and BART has initiated a joint
planning process that will consider a possible mixed-use, commercial and residential
development for the Bay Point/Pittsburg BART station area. Residential projects in either
the unincorporated County area or in the City could be subject to housing affordability
requirements, and/or State Redevelopment law. If Agency efforts move ahead on the
current time line, this project could be complete in 1999. A specific plan could be adopted
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in 1997.
• The Housing Authority of Contra Costa County (HACCC) is in the early planning
stages of developing 75 units of multifamily rental housing affordable to lower income
senior households. As proposed, this project will be located in East County and will serve
households with incomes between 35 and 80 percent AMI. The estimated total project
cost is $6.5 million. Possible funding sources include grants, commercial loans, tax-
exempt bonds, and LIHTCs. Under its current time line, the project is expected to be
completed in 1999.
• The Housing Authority of Contra Costa County (HACCC) is in the very early
planning stages of developing 50 to 75 units of multifamily rental housing in West County.
This project is proposed to be mixed income with a significant portion of the units
developed as 3 and 4-bedroom units. A portion of the units will be affordable to
households with incomes between 35 and 80 percent AMI. Total project cost is not yet
determined. Potential funding sources include HUD funding, commercial loans, LI-ITCs,
grants, redevelopment agency funds, and tax-exempt bonds.
In addition to the above, the County is working with Resources for Community Development, a
local non-profit organization to develop a project to increase the supply of affordable housing for
the County's disabled population. This project is described in the strategy to provide expanded
housing opportunities for the County's special needs populations.
A.2.ii Homeownership Opportunities
The following projects supported by the County are designed to increase the supply of affordable
homeownership opportunities through new construction. These projects are in the development
stage and/or under consideration for funding.
• Rural California Housing Corporation (RCHC) is developing the Lone Tree Way
Project to provide affordable homewonership opportunities for 65 households in
Brentwood. Households must be very-low or low-income first-time homebuyers and must
agree to participate in the construction of their home and the homes of others participating
in the program. Each household's contribution or"sweat-equity" will constitute that
household's downpayment on their home. Contra Costa HOME funds will be used for
site acquisition and will be rolled over into deferred shared-equity loans, further increasing
affordability(30 to 40 percent AMI). The project will consist of three and four-bedroom
homes suitable for large families. Total development cost: $8.6 million. Funding sources
for this project include: $380,000 in FY 1996/97 Contra Costa HOME funds; $3.7 million
from the federal Rural Economic and Community Development Service Program; $3.2
million in private lender financing; $400,000 from the State Predevelopment Loan
Program; and $66,000 from RCHC.
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0 The County Redevelopment Agency is considering the assemblage of sites west of
Bailey Road and north of Canal Road in the Bay Point Redevelopment Project Area for
the potential development of single family homes affordable to low- and moderate-income
households. Agency efforts to move ahead on this project will be determined once the
Bay Point/BART Specific Plan has been adopted.
0 The Housing Authority of Contra Costa County (HACCC) is in the very early
planning stages of developing 10 to 15 townhouses for homeownership in East County. It
is proposed that the majority of these units will be affordable to households with incomes
between 80 and 120 percent AMI, with the balance affordable to households with incomes
below 80 percent AMI. It is anticipated that these homebuyers will take advantage of the
County's First-Time Homebuyer's and/or MCC Program. Potential construction funding
may include CDBG, HOME, commercial loans, and redevelopment agency funds. Total
project cost is undetermined at this time. Under the current time line, this project should
be completed in 2000.
• The Housing Authority is considering divesting selected, scattered-site public housing
units in North Richmond as home ownership opportunities for lower income households.
As of this date, the funding mechanisms have not been identified, although use of the
HUD 203(k) program is being explored.
Finally; in an effort to provide for future housing needs, in 1993 the Contra Costa County Board
of Supervisors approved a Specific Plan for the Dougherty Valley located in the Tri-Valley area
of the County near San Ramon. The Specific Plan permits the new construction of up to 11,000
units in the Dougherty Valley and requires that a minimum of 25 percent (2,750) of the units be
affordable to very-low, low, and moderate-income households. An Affordable Housing Program
has been approved by the Board of Supervisors and is incorporated into Development
Agreements with area developers. The initial phase of the Dougherty Valley development has
received development entitlements(rezoning, final development plan)which incorporate the
affordable housing requirements. The County is currently engaged in an ongoing strategic
planning effort with the private developers to refine the affordable housing targets and identify
potential sources of financial assistance for the development of affordable housing for lower-
income households and special needs populations.
A.3 Priority: Strategies and Plans to Improve Housing Affordability
In addition to strategies designed to maintain and increase the supply of housing, the County will
also implement programs and projects to increase the affordability of rental housing and
homeownership for extremely-low, very-low and low-income households. The County will
consider tax-exempt bond refundings to preserve the affordability of existing multifamily units.
During the current program year, the County will also continue to work with the Housing
Authority of Contra Costa County(HACCC)to provide rental property owners and managers
with information on Section 8 rent subsidy programs for qualifying low-income households.
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Currently, the Housing Authority provides Section 8 rent vouchers and certificates to 5,617 very-
low and low-income households. An additional 235 households receive assistance through the
Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation Program. Typically, HACCC applies for 200 additional
Section 8 Certificates and Vouchers each year to meet the growing need for rental assistance in
the Urban County. If successful, this will bring the total number of households receiving rental
assistance through these programs up to 5,817.
• The Contra Costa County Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bond Program (1992
Delta Counties Bond) completed its origination period in June 1995. The County at this
time has no plans to issue Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds in 1996. The demand
for issuance of single family bonds was assessed in mid 1995, and although the demand
was high(approximately $90 million), the County was unable to obtain the necessary
authority for issuance of bonds from the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee. The
procedural changes that have occurred in the allocation issuance system at the state level
have virtually eliminated the County's ability to issue either Mortgage Revenue Bonds or
Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCC'S).
The County joined with several other local housing finance agencies and jurisdictions in
1995 to promote legislation that would restore a portion of the allocation back to local
jurisdictions. Unfortunately, the legislation failed to pass in the 1995 legislative session.
.The County hopes to participate in efforts to promote new legislation for 1996. Until
such time as there is a change in the allocation system, Contra Costa's Fair Share
Allocation of the State's debt cap is slightly less that $5 million. This would apply to the
issuance of both Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds and Mortgage Credit
Certificates. Given the amount of the allocation, it is likely that the County would choose
to allocate these scarce resources to a nonprofit, or low income housing development in
the County. A Mortgage Credit Certificate allocation of$5 million would allow the
County to issue approximately 40 MCC's.
• The Redevelopment Agency has the ability under the existing First-Time Homebuyers
Program to issue two second mortgage loans in the Bay Point Area of the County, and
one additional loan in the Oakley Area. It is expected that these loans will be originated
and closed within the 1996 calendar year.
In addition to the above programs and projects, the HACCC and the City of San Pablo will
continue to work with public housing residents to develop resident councils and encourage
participation in resident initiatives which target eventual unit ownership. (See later discussion of
Public Housing Resident Initiatives.)
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A.4 Priority: Housing Strategies and Plans to Assist Special Needs Populations"
Strategies, programs and projects designed to maintain and increase the supply of affordable
housing for County residents and employees will also improve housing conditions for the County's
special needs populations, including the elderly, mentally and physically disabled, battered and
abused women and children, recovering substance abusers, large families, female-headed
households, persons with HIV/AIDS, and low-income farm workers. As previously indicated,
local resources potentially available to expand the supply of affordable housing for special needs
populations as well as the population at large include County CDBG, Consortium HOME,
HOPWA, tax-exempt financing, City and County RDA funds, and LIHTCs. In addition to these
resources, the County will continue to work with other jurisdictions, public housing agencies,
housing developers, and non-profit organizations to aggressively pursue resources which directly
address the supportive housing needs of targeted populations, including: Supportive Housing for
the Elderly(Section 202); Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities (Section 811);
Federal Rural Housing Service Programs to develop affordable housing in rural areas; and the
McKinney Act Programs.
Activities and projects to assist special needs populations which are recommended for FY
1996/97 funding are described in the following subsection.
A.4.i. Senior Housing
The County works on a continuing basis with other jurisdictions, agencies, developers and non-
profit organizations to increase and maintain the supply of supportive and long-term affordable
housing for the County's elderly populations. Specific projects in the development stages include:
• The County Redevelopment Agency is considering new construction of 40-50
multifamily rental units in Rodeo. Units would be affordable to very-low and low-income
senior households. Potential funding sources include County RDA, LIHTCs, County
CDBG, HOME, and HUD Section 202. Total project cost is undetermined.
A site search and feasibility analysis have been initiated.
• The Eden Council for Hope and Opportunity (ECHO), Senior Home Equity
Conversion Counseling Program provides unbiased, neutral information and
counseling about the various reverse mortgage programs for seniors. ECHO facilitates
the process of applying for reverse mortgage loans by providing intensive counseling
sessions to seniors and their families to indentify the type of mortgage which potentially
best serves their needs. Telephone information and referral are also available. Reverse
mortgage programs enable low-income elderly homeowners to convert the equity in their
homes into monthly income, permitting them
"Action Plan must address the special needs of persons who are not homeless identified in the Strategic Plan.
(91.220(e))
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to remain in their existing homes. ECHO also provides information and referral to other
social services including Supplemental Security income, Property Tax Postponement,
Neighborhood Preservation, and In-Home Care programs that enable seniors to better
meet their needs and improve their daily living situations. ECHO serves very-low and
low-income seniors households(incomes ranging from 0-80 percent AMI). Over the
course of the year, ECHO will provide 40 intensive counseling sessions and provide
information and referral to another 67 seniors. This project has been allocated $8,000
in FY 1996/97 County CDBG funds.
• The City of San Ramon Redevelopment Agency augments the costs associated with
the congregate services package at Villa San Ramon. Villa San Ramon is a congregate
carefacilityconsisting of 120 apartments, 24 of which are designated for tenants of very-
low income. The"Conserv" Program was initiated by the City in 1993 to assist the very-
low income tenants with the cost of congregate care, which includes two meals,
transportation, social activities, and security. Over the course of the year the program will
provide assistance to 24 seniors. The project has been allocated $25,000 in County
CDBG funds.
A.4.ii. Housing for Mentally and/or Physically Disabled Persons
Several projects to provide increased housing opportunities for mentally and/or physically
disabled populations are currently in the planning and development stages.
• The Housing Authority of the County of Contra Costa has completed the remodeling
of 5 percent of its public housing units for handicapped accessibility. It will be in
compliance with its Section 504/ADA Transition Plan for all developments by the end of
1996.
• The City of San Ramon is working with a local nonprofit to identify'a site for the new
construction of 20 units of rental housing affordable to very-low income mentally disabled
individuals. Potential funding sources for this project include City RDA funds,CDBG,
and the HUD Section 811 Program which provides housing for disabled populations.
AA.iii Housing for HIV/AIDS Population
Contra Costa County as the Urban County representative and the Cities of Antioch, Concord,
Pittsburg,.Richmond, and Walnut Creek are working cooperatively to provide increased housing
opportunities for persons with HIV/AIDS. Current activities include the following:
• Resources for Community Development (RCD) is developing the Aspen Court Project
to provide 12 units of newly constructed multifamily rental housing in Central County. All
units will be fully accessible one-bedroom apartments, including one manager's unit and
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individuals with AIDS. In addition to affordable housing, RCD is working with local
public and private agencies to ensure that residents receive appropriate support services.
Total development cost: $1.5 million. Funding sources include: $380,000 in FY 1996/97
HOME funds; $200,000 in FY 1995 HOPWA funds; $900,800 in HUD Section 811
funds; and Corporation for Supportive Housing resources ($7,000).
• Rubicon Programs, the City of El Cerrito and the County are working together to
develop the Idaho Apartments. The project involves the acquisition and rehabilitation
of an existing multifamily building to provide 29 units of single-room occupancy(SRO)
housing affordable to very-low income homeless adults. The Idaho Apartments will
include 10 units reserved for individuals with HIV/AIDS. Rubicon has received an award
of McKinney Act funds($893,000)which will be used to provide appropriate support
services to the target population. Total development cost: $2.3 million. Funding sources
include: $470,000 in FY 1995/96 CDBG/HDAF funds; $130,000 in FY 1994 and
$230,000 in FY 1995 HOPWA funds; a loan from the Low Income Housing Fund of
$570,000; $1.98 million in Low Income Houisng Tax Credits; and $68,000 in deferred
developer fees. The City of El Cerrito has committed up to $300,000 in Redevelopment
Agency funds to pay down debt in the tenth year of the project. In addition, this project
has been awarded an allocation of 29 SRO Moderation Rehabilitation Program Section 8
Certificates($1.7 million).
0 Contra Costa County will receive an estimated $346,000 in FY 1996/97 HOPWA funds.
These funds will be used for the acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of a
residential facility to address the affordable housing needs of lower-income people with
HIV/AIDS. The County will conduct a competitive application process to allocate these
funds.
A.4.iv Battered Women and Children
The County will continue to work with other jurisdictions, public agencies, and non-profit
organizations to develop housing alternatives for battered and abused women, youths and
children.
A.4.v Recovering Substance Abusers
The County will continue to work with other jurisdictions, public agencies, and non-profit
organizations to develop housing alternatives for individuals in recovery from problems of drug
and alcohol abuse and their families. Projects in progress include the following.
• St. Vincent de Paul is working to develop 39 units of long-term transitional housing
affordable to low-income households. Housing units will include one, two and three-
bedroom units suitable for individuals, single parent households, and large families. The
target group will include households with a family member who is recovering from drug
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and/or alcohol abuse or reentering society from a correctional facility. Appropriate
support services, including counseling and employment training will be provided onsite.
Predevelopment funds have been provided for this project from the FY 1992 and FY 1993
County HOME program($35,000).
A.4.vi Large Families
Two previously discussed projects in development will increase the'supply of affordable housing
in Contra Costa County for large families:
• The Coggins Square Apartment Project will provide 86 units of newly constructed,
affordable rental housing in Central County, including 26 three-bedroom units suitable for
larger households. This project is close to public transportation and services, and will
include social and recreational facilities for children and adults.
• The Lone Tree Way Project will provide affordable homeownership opportunities for
very-low and low-income households through the new construction of 65 single-family
homes in Brentwood. All homes will have three or four bedrooms, and will be suitable
for larger families.
A.5 Priority: Housing Strategies trategies and Plans to Assist Homeless Populations12
A.5.i Emergency and Transitional Housing
The most important factor contributing to the homeless problem is the lack of decent, safe
housing affordable to lower-income households in the County. Consequently, the above
strategies to maintain and increase the supply of affordable housing in the Urban County and
Consortium Area are equally relevant as strategies to alleviate problems of homelessness.
Similarly, strategies to improve housing affordability through direct payment assistance are also
effective in preventing and alleviating homelessness among lower-income households. Therefore,
the County will continue to pursue federal McKinney Act funding for Supportive Housing,
Shelter Plus Care, FEMA funds, and additional Section 8 certificates and vouchers to assist the
currently homeless and the at-risk population in obtaining permanent housing.
In addition to more affordable housing, emergency and transitional shelters and support services
are required in order to stabilize and assist the County's homeless population in their efforts to
achieve economic independence and a stable living environment. During FY 1996/97, the County
will continue to operate the following shelters:
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shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless individuals and families,to prevent low-income individuals and
families with children from becoming homeless,and to help homeless persons make the transition to permanent housing
and independent living.(91.220(e))
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• Brookside Shelter, providing emergency shelter and services for 56 homeless adults in
West County;
• Central County Shelter to provide emergency shelter and services for 60 homeless and
adults in Central and East County(shelter has winter relief capacity of 100 beds);
• Mountain View House, providing transitional housing and services for homeless women
and families in Central County(36 to 42 bed capacity); and
• San Joaquin II, providing transitional housing for two families and eight single adults in
West County.
During FY 1996/97, the County will undertake additional renovation work needed to fully
convert the Central County facility to a safe and efficiently operating homeless shelter with space
for appropriate support services. Approved funding includes: FY 1995/96 County CDBG
($120,000); FY 1995/96 Antioch($36,400), Concord ($100,000) and Walnut Creek($20,000)
CDBG; and EHAP ($20,000). Potential additional funding sources include McKinney Act funds,
federal and/or State ESG, and private donations.
Additional activities and projects which are in development and/or under consideration for
funding and which will address emergency shelter and transitional housing needs, help to prevent
homelessness, and/or help homeless individuals and families achieve and maintain independent
living include the following:
• Crisis and Suicide Intervention, Emergency Shelter for Homeless Families and
Victims of Violence program will provide emergency shelter for families with serious
health or safety risks who have no other immediate shelter available. The program will
provide motel vouchers for one or two nights, and counseling to clients to assist in them
in locating long term shelter. The program will provide a minimum of 600 nights of
emergency shelter for approximately 800 children and adults. Crisis and Suicide
Intervention also provides a 24 hour-homeless crisis line with counseling, and intake and
referral to services as needed to homeless families and individuals. The emergency shelter
program has been allocated $7,000 in County CDBG funds and FEMA funds.
• Shelter, Inc., Emergency Housing and Homeless Services program will provide
services that assist residents in maintaining their housing. The program provides
landlord tenant counseling, rental/mortgage assistance (direct funds), and homeowner
assistance. For all program areas, approximately 610 persons will be provided assistance.
The program has been allocated $25,000 in County CDBG funds.
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A.5.ii Prevention of Homelessness and Transition to Permanent Housing
Several organizations also provide a range.of housing-related and other support services to
prevent homelessness and to facilitate the transition from homelessness to permanent housing.
• Rubicon provides: outreach at homeless shelters, soup kitchens, and Rubicon facilities
(serving approximately 2,000 persons per year); counseling, and job placement and
development (600 persons per year); day treatment programs (60 persons per year); and
independent living counseling and training (600 persons per year).
• Shelter,Inc. provides money management counseling, emergency shelter vouchers, and
other transitional and permanent housing assistance. Emergency vouchers will be
provided to up to 1,150 individuals per year, ata cost of$725,000 funded through County
GHRP;transitional housing assistance to up to 200 individuals per year at a cost of$1.2
million funded through HUD and private donors; permanent housing to up to 32
individuals per year at a project cost of$45,000, funded privately; and permanent housing
to 302 individuals(including 37 homeless veterans) at a total cost of$270,170, funded
with County, State, and FEMA funds, as well as private donations.
• Catholic Charities Coordinated Housing Program serves residents of Contra Costa
County who are HIV-positive and who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. In
addition to support services, this program provides housing assistance funds, including
emergency temporary housing and rental assistance to enable qualified individuals and
households to maintain a stable living environment. The program serves West County
residents from Catholic Charity Offices located in Richmond. Catholic Charities estimates
that this program will assist 100 households with an HIV-positive member to obtain or
maintain permanent housing. Funds have been obtained to operate this program during
FY 1996/97 from the following sources: Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency
(CARE)Act Title I funds and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA).
• Cambridge Community Center, Crisis Assistance and Homeless Services will provide
basic needs such as; food, clothing, toiletries, bedding and other essential household items
to homeless persons and others in need. With the assistance of volunteers, the program
provides clothing, vouchers, food and other essential needs, transportation vouchers, and
information on shelters through a storefront facility. The facility will be open 25 hours
per week and the overall program will provide assistance to 600 individuals. The program
has been allocated $10,000 in County CDBG funds.
• Contra Costa Legal Services, Housing and Homeless Assistance program will provide
supportive services to households experiencing housing and homeless problems. Services
include advice and counseling, brief advocacy services, and direct representation before
judicial and administrative tribunals. Legal service will be provided to a minimum of 350
residents. The program has been allocated $15,000 in County CDBG funds.
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• Pacific Community Services, Inc. (PCSI) Comprehensive Housing Counseling
program will provide direct housing counseling service to Urban County residents. The
program provides counseling in the following areas: landlord-tenant relations, mortgage
default and delinquency counseling, pre-purchase/rental, educational, and information and
referral services. PCSI is certified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) as a Comprehensive Housing Counseling Agency. The program has
been allocated $10,000 in County CDBG funds.
A.6 Fair Housing
All Contra Costa County housing programs and projects are required to undertake affirmative
marketing activities and to provide access to housing on an equal opportunity basis without
regard to race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or national origin.
Affirmative marketing procedures are described in detail in the Action Plan Appendix.
In a further effort to promote fair housing, the County will continue to support the following fair
housing programs.
• Two fair housing counseling programs to assist households experiencing discrimination in
housing through verification and documentation of the complaint, negotiations with
property owners, and, where appropriate, referrals to legal authorities for additional
action. FY 1996/97 County CDBG funds have been awarded to Shelter, Inc($27,000)
and Pacific Community Services, Inc. ($22,000) to implement these programs.
• A program to provide legal assistance to households experiencing documented instances
of discrimination to be conducted by Contra Costa Legal Services Foundation(CCLSF)
($30,000 in FY 1996/97 County CDBG funds).
In addition to fair housing counseling and legal assistance, the County will continue to implement
a structured approach to identifying the nature, magnitude, and extent of fair housing problems in
the Urban County. In cooperation with Shelter, Inc., PCSI, and CCLSF, the County has
embarked on a multi-year testing program to systematically identify fair housing problems in the
Urban County. During the first two years, the program focused on problems of discrimination
due to ethnicity and family status. The third year will focus on discrimination due to disability.
The testing process will be followed by an educational campaign to ensure that property owners,
managers, the real estate industry, and Contra Costa residents are aware of federal fair housing
requirements, existing discriminatory practices, and the steps needed to eliminate these practices
and ensure the provision of housing on an equal opportunity basis.
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B. Public Housing Strategy Implementation and Resident Initiatives13
B.1 Housing Authority of Contra Costa County WACCC)
The Housing Authority of Contra Costa County(HACCC) will continue to undertake activities to
rehabilitate and maintain the County's public housing. The total funding for the Comprehensive
Grant Program(CGP) in FY 1996/97 is anticipated to be $1,928,488 based on current HUD
projections at 75% of the prior year allocation. The HACCC expects to expend $290,000 in FY
1996/97 and the balance in the subsequent year.
The following improvements are planned by the Housing Authority of Contra Costa County for
FY 1996/97:
• Management and Administration - Over the next year, the Housing Authority(HACCC)
will continue to focus on increasing security in its developments through alternative youth
programs and community policing strategies. In addition, HACCC continues to update its
program manuals and to implement an improved internal controls system. HACCC will
continue to upgrade computer systems in its field offices to more efficiently process the
administrative and accounting workload.
• Living Environment -During FY 1996/97, HACCC will complete modernization of the
.50-unit Casa de Serena Project in Bay Point. In addition, HACCC will complete lead-
based paint abatement in its last family public housing developments the Las Deltas
scattered site development in North Richmond.
• Public Housing Resident Initiatives - Over the next year, HACCC will continue to work
with Resident Councils at Las Deltas, Bayo Vista, El Pueblo and Elder Winds public
housing projects to strengthen the basic organizational structures and internal processes.
Bayo Vista, El Pueblo and Elder Winds have achieved non-profit status. The HACCC will
continue to help locate assistance for achieving non-profit status for Las Deltas and Casa
de Serena Resident Councils. Finally, the HACCC and all Resident Council presidents will
continue their monthly Resident Leadership Forum.
B.2 San Pablo Housing Authority
The San Pablo Housing Authority has initiated a comprehensive physical needs assessment in
anticipation of an application for FY 1996 CIAP funds to rehabilitate and modernize the City's
public housing units. Preliminary results of the assessment indicate the following priorities:
replacement of deteriorated roofs on the Vista del Camino public housing project (100 units of
family housing); and replacement of a boiler and major mechanical systems at Kidd Manor(senior
13 The housing assistance provided by the Pittsburg Housing Authority is limited to provision of Section 8
Certificates and Vouchers,and does not include maintenance of affordable housing units.
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housing). During the current year, the Housing Authority will also utilize previously approved
CIAP funds to rehabilitate the existing Administration/Maintenance Building and complete
disability access improvements in seven public housing units suitable for families.
C. Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction
As outlined in the Strategic Plan, the County will pursue a lead-based paint hazard reduction
strategy as follows:
• Work to define the nature and magnitude of lead-based paint health and safety problems in
the County.
• Participate in a task force consisting of appropriate representatives of Urban County
jurisdictions and public agencies to develop a countywide lead abatement strategy.
• Analyze information on the relevant state and federal laws and regulations relating to lead-
based paint. Identify potential funding sources for the detection and abatement of lead-
based paint hazards and implementation of the County's strategy.
• Undertake education and outreach to property owners regarding the possible hazards.
D. Anti-Poverty Strategy
The County employs a variety of strategies to help alleviate poverty in the Urban County,
including efforts to stimulate economic growth,job opportunities, and to provide Urban County
residents with the skills and abilities required to take advantage of those opportunities. In the Fall
of 1993, the Board of Supervisors hosted a countywide Economic Development Summit to
discuss means of retaining, expanding, and attracting business to Contra Costa County. In FY
1994/95 the County CDBG program provided $50,000 to develop a countywide Economic
Development Strategy. Participants in the development of the strategy included representatives of
the,County and City governments, individuals businesses and business organizations, labor,
education institutions, environmental organizations, and citizen groups.
The findings of the study, released in April of 1995, called for a long-term strategy to retain and
attract business, streamline the permit process, link education and training to required job skills,
improve infrastructure, and develop new jobs and affordable housing near employment centers.
To carry out the Strategy, the Contra Costa Economic Partnership was created. The Partnership
is a coalition of business, government, and citizens formed to promote economic vitality in Contra
Costa County.
In addition, in June of 1995 the Board of Supervisors established an Economic Development
Committee to work with the County Community Development Department to develop
recommendations for the Board of Supervisors on the use of Community Development Block
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Grant funds for economic development. The Committee will also act as a policy advisory body to
the Board of Supervisors on related economic development matters. The nine member
Committee is compose of representatives of labor, education, small business, special
district/utilities, banking/finance,job training and community based organizations. The County is
also in the process of hiring an Economic Development Program Manager to assist in the
attraction and retention of business.
The County also undertakes specific programs and projects designed to stimulate economic
growth and create additional employment opportunities for County residents. For example, the
County Redevelopment Agency provides resources and technical assistance to existing and
potential new businesses in an effort to revitalize and expand economic activity in the County's
five redevelopment areas. The Redevelopment Agency is in the process of developing Specific
Plans for the downtown areas of Rodeo, Oakley, and Bay Point BART Station Area. The
Specific Plans will establish infrastructure and other priorities consistant with General Plan policy
to further economic growth in these County Redevelopment Area.
The County has funded job creation and commercial revitalization efforts using a combination of
CDBG and RDA resources. Funding has been provided for Opportunities for People and
Employers Now! (OPEN) sponsored by Rubicon Programs, Inc. The purpose of this
program is to create jobs and expand employment utilizing a"supportive employment" approach
in cooperation with new and existing businesses. Businesses are assisted with obtaining tax
benefits and financing. The program will assist 150 individuals, including placing 80 individuals
from the North Richmond Community. This program works with the Contra Costa County
Redevelopment Agency to attract new businesses. The program has been allocated $40,000 in
FY 1996/97 County CDBG funds. In addition the Redevelopment Agency is continuing the
commercial area facade rehabilitation project designed to eliminate conditions of blight and
revitalize redevelopment areas in Bay Point and Rodeo.
The following provides a list of additional economic development activities which have been
provided FY 1996/97 CDBG funds:
• Family and Community Services, Care Connection Registry of Contra Costa
will train individuals as home healthcare workers and assist in placement. A total
of nine trainings will be held to train approximately 109 Urban County residents. Of
those receiving training, approximately 84 persons will be placed on the registry for
job placement. A registry is maintained for continued placement. The program has
been allocated $50,000 in County CDBG funds.
• Private Industry Council (PIC) Small Business Management Assistance Program
will provide technical assistance and management counseling to approximately three small
start-up and expanding businesses owned by low-income persons. The program
has been allocated $30,000 in County CDBG funds.
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0 Contra Costa Child Care Council, Child Care Provider Training and Retention
Program will provide training necessary to receive or maintain state licensing as a child
care provider. The program will provide training to approximately 250 individuals. The
program has been allocated $9,500 in County CDBG funds.
• St. Vincent de Paul Society of Contra Costa, Next Step Employment Leasing Project
will provide vocational training and job placement to 15 low-income individuals.
Individuals will be placed in either St. Vincent de Paul related business or other
businesses. The program has been allocated $40,500 in CDBG funds.
• Foundation for Understanding & Enhancement (FUNEN), Employment
Development for Low and Middle Income Groups will provide entry level
computer training and job placement to 70 low and moderate income persons.
The program has been allocated $20,000 in County CDBG funds.-
Rubicon
unds:Rubicon Programs, Inc.,Work Experience Project will provide work experience
and subsequent job placement for 30 individuals. The program provides assessment,
and skill building needed to maintain employment. The program has been allocated
$75,000 in County CDBG funds.
• Contra Costa County Community Development Department, Economic
Development Assistance Fund will provide funding for eligible economic development
projects and programs throughout the Urban County as they arise during the program
year. The program has been allocated $190,795 in County CDBG funds.
Pacific Community Services Inc., Loan Packaging and Marketing Program will
provide zero or low-interest loans to owner-operated businesses for business expansion
or startup. Assisted businesses must commit to the employment of very-low- and low
income individuals. The program also provides technical assistance in applying for loans
through the Small Business Administration. Carryover CDBG funds and program income
totals approximately$100,000, which will provide 5 loans. No new funds will be
allocated to this continuing program.
• Private Industry Council (PIC) Small Business Micro Loan Program will provide
small seed capital loans to five very low- and low-income individuals to start their own
business. The program works in collaboration with the Small Business Management
Assistance Program. Carryover CDBG funds total $10,000: This program collaborates
with the Small Business Management Assistance Program. No new funds will be
allocated to this continuing program.
• Independent Living Resource of Contra Costa,Jobs Plus: A Prevocational Training
and Technical Assistance Program will provide vocational services to the disabled. The
program will provide job counseling and training in pre-employment skills, and job
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placement-assistance to 150 persons. Approximately 25 persons will be employed. The
program will also provide outreach to 200 employers on accommodations for disabled,
employer incentive programs, and placement relationships. The program has been
allocated $10,000 in County CDBG funds.
In addition to economic development activities the County works with other jurisdictions and area
non-profits to provide emergency and transitional housing and the full range of support services
required to assist the homeless population in achieving economic independence. In addition to
programs designed to improve employment skills and provide job opportunities for this
population, the County also provides counseling and assistance in obtaining benefits to qualified
individuals and families.
Finally, the lack of affordable housing is frequently cited as a significant factor in the movement of
businesses out of the Bay Area and the difficulty encountered by many jurisdictions in attracting
new business activity. Therefore, the County's strategies to increase and maintain the supply of
affordable housing,and to achieve an improved jobs-housing balance also contribute to the
alleviation of poverty by creating a more positive business environment.
E. institutional Structure
Planning and administrative responsibilities for Contra Costa County's affordable housing and
homeless programs are located in the Community Development Department, the County Housing
Authority and the County Health Services Department. The Community Development
Department maintains overall responsibility for the development of County housing plans and
policies, and plays the lead role in developing financial resources and strategies, and administering
funds to implement housing programs.14 Together with other County agencies, local jurisdictions,
non-profits, and the private sector, the Housing Authority plays a major role in supporting and
implementing the Urban County's affordable housing programs, including operation of the
County's Section 8 and public housing programs and projects to develop additional affordable
housing and shelter facilities. The Health Services Department has been assigned responsibility
for management of County shelter operations and support services. Homeless activities of the
three departments are coordinated through the Homeless Management Team.
The County and City redevelopment agencies also play a significant role in assisting affordable
housing development. RDA's are required to use 20 percent of tax increment revenues for
affordable housing development and are responsible for ensuring that 15 percent of all new
residential units constructed by other public and private entities in the redevelopment areas are
14 The Community Development Department is responsible for implementation of the federally-funded CDBG,
HOME,HOPWA and Emergency Shelter Grant programs,as well as the County's housing and redevelopment
programs. Further,the Department works closely with cities,public agencies,non-profits,and the private sector to
obtain additional federal,state,and local public and private resources for the implementation of affordable housing
programs in Contra Costa.
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affordable to low and moderate-income households. If a redevelopment agency is the developer,
this requirement increases to 30 percent of all new residential units. In addition to the provision
of funding for affordable housing projects, RDAs also facilitate development through the
provision of substantial technical assistance in project planning, design, and efforts to obtain
additional financing from public and private sources.
During FY 1996/97, the Urban County will initiate the following activities designed to improve
the institutional structure for implementation of affordable housing activities in the Urban County:
• During FY 1996/97, the Community Development Department will work with the cities
and other relevant public agencies to establish an informal cooperative network to
facilitate affordable housing development in the Urban County.
• The County is considering the creation of a countywide Affordable Housing Trust Fund
which could assist in funding affordable housing projects.
In addition, the Contra Costa Consortium will consider the use of HOME funds to provide
administrative and operating support to qualified Community Housing Development
Organizations in the development and implementation of HOME projects.
F. Coordination Efforts
The County's efforts to coordinate actions and strategies for affordable housing development and
the provision of emergency and transitional housing and supportive services are described in the
Section on Institutional Structure(Section E). In addition to these activities, the County
participates in a number of countywide housing and service provider organizations which facilitate
the coordination of programs and projects. These organizations include the Association of
Homeless and Housing Service Providers, the Farmworker and Affordable Housing Task Force,
the Tri-Valley Affordable Housing Subcommittee, and the Homeless Management Assistance
Team. Membership in these organizations is composed of representatives of city and county
agencies, nonprofit housing developers and service providers, and public interest groups.
The Community Development Department is also participating in two major planning activities
designed to increase coordination in efforts to provide affordable housing and appropriate services
for low-income individuals with HIV/AIDS and the County's homeless populations. These
efforts are summarized briefly in the following:
• The Community Development Department is working with other Entitlement
Jurisdictions, public agencies, nonprofit organizations and interest groups in
Alameda and Contra Costa County to develop a coordinated plan and strategy
for the development of affordable housing appropriate to the needs of very-low and
low-income individuals with HIV/AIDS and their families. It is anticipated that the
plan will be completed in FY 1996/97.
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• The Board of Supervisors established an Ad Hoc Advisory Committee to work with
the County Health Services Department to develop a comprehensive plan and strategy
to meet the needs to the County's homeless'populations. The Department has been
meeting with representatives of Contra Costa cities, public agencies, nonprofit .
organizations, homeless persons, and related interest groups in an effort to identify
priority needs and to develop strategies for meeting those needs in a cost-effective
manner. .
Finally, the County is actively participating in the Bay Area Regional Innovative Homeless
Initiative. In FY 1996/96, HUD awarded $7 million to the nine Bay Area counties to foster a
regional approach in the provision of programs and services designed to alleviate problems of
homelessness. Representatives of the County Health Services Department serve on both the
Steering and Allocation Committees for the Initiative together with representatives of other Bay
Area jurisdictions, federal agencies, private foundations, business, labor, and homeless people to
develop innovative, cost-effective, and multicounty approaches to reducing homelessness. .
G. Additional Public Policies to Remove Barriers and Obstacles to the Provision of
Affordable Housing
During FY 1996/97, the Urban County will continue its efforts to remove or ameliorate public
policies which negatively impact affordable housing development in the Urban County. Specific
efforts to be undertaken include the following:
• Continue to expedite the development application review process for all housing projects
in conforming zoning with less than 100 units. This will lower housing development costs
by reducing the required processing time by two to three months. Similarly, expedite the
review and approval process for affordable housing appropriate for large families.
• In conformance with the General Plan, the Urban County will initiate zoning changes for
residential and designated agricultural sites from current zoning designations to Planned
Unit Development (P-1) in order to streamline the entitlement process for development
applications and increase design flexibility.
• In order to promote the development of housing for seniors, the Urban County will
consider flexibility in design requirements for these projects, including reduced parking,
smaller unit sizes, and common dining facilities.
• The Urban County will perform an annual update of the vacant land inventory identifying
potential residential sites for distribution to the development community.
• The Urban County will consider a waiver of all or a portion of planning fees for non-profit
sponsors of projects affordable to very-low and low-income households.
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• The Urban County will continue to promote utilization of the State Planning Law density
bonus program. Specifically, developers are eligible to receive a 25 percent density bonus
in exchange for providing 20 percent of the total units in a project at prices or rents which
are affordable to lower income households, 10 percent of the units at prices/rents
affordable to very-low income households, or 50 percent of the units for senior citizens.
• Review and develop new regulations to permit the development of agriculturally related
structures on agriculturally zoned land without a use permit'in order to encourage the
provision of onsite Farmworker housing.
H. Anticipated Resources and Plan for Investment"
H.l Resources for Development of Affordable Housing and Homeless Shelters
During FY 1996/97, Contra Costa County anticipates the following additional resources16 for the
development of affordable housing and homeless shelters:
• Community Development Block Grant Funds" $1,888,772
• HOME Investment Partnership Act Funds $2,081,700
• Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS $ 346,000
• Emergency Shelter Grant Funds $ 115,200
..,Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency Housing
Set-aside Funds $1,078,200
TOTAL ANTICIPATED COUNTY RESOURCES $5,509,872
"Action Plan must describe federal resources expected to be available to address the priority needs and specific
objectives identified in the Strategic Plan. Indicate resources from private and non-federal public sources that are
reasonably expected to be made available to address the needs identified in the plan. Explain how federal funds will
leverage those additional resources,including a description of how matching requirements of the HUD programs will be
satisfied.(91.220(b)) For HOME favids,a participating jurisdiction shall describe other forms of investment;and for a
jurisdiction intending to use HOME funds for homebuyers,it must state the guidelines for resale or recapture.
(91.220(8)(2))
16Due to the absence of an approved FY 1996/97 HUD budget,the CDBG,HOME,HOPWA,and ESG funds
identified as available for affordable housing development are estimates prepared by the Community Development
Department based on HUD recommendations. Specifically,funding levels for FY 1996/97 are estimated at 90 percent
of the prior year allocation.
171n accordance with guidelines approved by the Board of Supervisors,50 percent of each year's CDBG allocation is
reserved for affordable housing programs and projects,including 35 percent for projects funded through the regular
allocation cycle and 15 percent for the Housing Development Assistance Fund(HDAF).
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In addition to these resources, the County will apply for an additional $5 million in Mortgage
Credit Certificate Authority and is exploring the possibility of issuing tax-exempt and mortgage
revenue bonds to provide additional affordable housing opportunities for residents and employees
of the County(see previous discussion in Section V.A.3). Affordable housing resources available
through the County Housing Authority include $1.9 million in Comprehensive Grant Program
resources. The Housing Authority will also apply for 200 additional Section 8 Certificates during
FY 1996/97 with an estimated value of$1.6 million(see discussion in Section V.B.1).
CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds are allocated to the County by formula through the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). HOPWA funds are allocated by HUD
to the City of Oakland as the Eligible Metropolitan Area for all Entitlement Jurisdictions in
Alameda and Contra Costa County. By consensus of the Entitlement Jurisdictions, HOPWA
funds are divided between Alameda and Contra Costa Jurisdictions based on the proportionate
number of individuals with AIDS in each County. The HOME, CDBG, HOPWA, and ESG
programs are implemented through the County Community Development Department. County
RDA funds represent 20 percent of the annual tax increment generated by the County's five
Redevelopment Areas: Bay Point;North Richmond; Oakley; Pleasant Hill BART; and Rodeo.
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CDBG,HOME, HOPWA, and ESG funds are allocated through a competitive application
process administered by the County Community Development Department. The Department
works with the Affordable Housing Finance Committee to develop specific funding
recommendations for CDBD and HOME which are submitted to the Board of Supervisors for
review and approval. Recommendations concerning the use of HOPWA funds are developed by
the Department'in conjuction with representatives of the County's Entitlement Jurisdictions and
the Health Services Department. Recommendations for both HOPWA and ESG funds are
presented to the Board for final approval. The County RDA works proactively with nonprofit
and for-profit affordable housing developers to rehabilitate and provide additional affordable
housing opportunities in the County's redevelopment areas in a manner consistent with currently
approved redevelopment plans. Eligible activities,funding criteria, and application procedures for
each of these funding sources are summarized in the following.
H.Li Contra Costa Consortium FY 1996/97 HOME Investment Partnership Act Funds
Eligible activities include:
• acquisition, rehabilitation, and new construction of affordable multifamily rental housing
for very-low and low-income households;
• 'owner-occupied housing rehabilitation loan programs for very-low and low-income
households; and
• first-time homebuyer's assistance for very-low and low-income households".
18Resale restrictions for the first-time homebuyer's program are described in the Action Plan Appendix,page AP-1.
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Federal regulations require the County to reserve 15 percent of the FY 1996/97 HOME allocation
or$312,255 for investment in affordable housing developed, sponsored, or owned by Community
Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs).19 In addition, a maximum of$50,000 from the
Consortium's overall HOME allocation will be available for CHDO administrative and operating
costs incurred in the development and implementation of HOME-assisted projects. Projects must
be located in the Contra Costa Consortium area(all of Contra Costa County with the exception of
the City of Richmond).
Funding criteria for the HOME Program include:
• consistency with Consortium priorities identified in the Consolidated Plan;
• eligibility under federal regulations;
• target population and alleviation of identified need;
• feasibility and cost-effectiveness;
• matching funds(25 percent from non-federal sources required)20;
• experience in affordable housing development and management;
• proposed affirmative marketing program; and
• timing.
In addition to these criteria, the County evaluates all proposed projects in order to ensure that
approval of the requested funds will not result in excessive layering of federal expenditures on the
project and that the total subsidies requested are the minimum needed to ensure project feasibility.
A Notice of Funding Availability(NOFA)was distributed to over 80 jurisdictions, public
agencies, affordable housing developers and interest groups active in the Urban County and
Consortium area. Applications were reviewed by the Community Development Department and
the Contra Costa Affordable Housing Committee, with recommendations provided to the Board
of Supervisors on March 12, 1996. A summary description of housing projects approved for
HOME funding is included in Table 3
19CHDOs are nonprofit organizations active in the development of affordable housing in Contra Costa County. In
order to be eligible as a CHDO,nonprofits must satisfy specific criteria defined in the HOME regulations. Note that the 15
percent set-aside represents a minimum funding level. Depending on specific funding requirements,CHDOs may apply
and will be considered for HOME funding in excess of this amount.
20HON E funds used for HOME program administration and CHDO operating support do not require a match.
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H.l.ii. Contra Costa County Community Development Block Grant Funds
Eligible affordable housing activities include:
• acquisition and/or clearance of sites for affordable housing development;
• housing rehabilitation;
• first-time homebuyer assistance;
• new housing construction(Community-Based Development'Organizations only");
• acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of shelter,facilities for the homeless and
special needs populations; and
• fair housing activities to alleviate problems of discrimination.
Projects must be located in the Urban County. For FY 1996/97, a combined NOFA for CDBG
and HOME funds was distributed to all interested parties in August of 1995 and applications
submitted in October. Project applications were reviewed in accordance with the following
criteria:
• consistency with program priorities as specified in the Consolidated Plan and the County
Housing Element;
• proposed matching funds(10 percent required for nonprofit organizations, 50 percent for
local government agencies, and 100 percent for-profit entities).
All other funding criteria are the same as those employed for the HOME Program. All CDBG
housing applications were reviewed by the Community Development Department and the Contra
Costa Affordable Housing Finance Committee, with recommendations provided to the Board of
Supervisors for their review and approval on March 12, 1996. A summary description of the
housing projects approved for funding are included in Table 3.
H.Liii Contra Costa Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Funds
HOPWA funds are available for the following eligible activities:
• acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of residential facilities to provide affordable
rental housing to low-income ambulatory persons with HIV/AIDS
• housing information and appropriate supportive services.
The County anticipates that $270,000 in FY 1996/97 HOPWA funds will be used for the
21 Community Based Development Organizations(CBDOs)are defined as non-profit or for-profit organizations
whose primary purpose is community development,including affordable housing development and assistance. In
addition,the CBDO must have a service area primarily within the boundaries of Contra Costa County and must have a
governing body representative of businesses and lower-income residents of that service area.
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development of additional affordable housing for the target population, with the remaining
$70,000 used for housing counseling and case management services. "HOPWA projects may be
located anywhere in Contra Costa County(cities and unincorporated area).
HOPWA funds are allocated through a competitive application process using criteria similar to
those employed for the HOME Program. However, project sponsors must also demonstrate that
residents of HOPWA-supported housing will have access to appropriate supportive services.
Final allocation of funds among eligible activities will depend on the results of the competitive
application process to be initiated following an allocation of HOPWA funds to the Oakland EMA
by HUD. Projects will be reviewed by Contra Costa Entitlement Jurisdictions and a
representative of the Contra Costa Ryan White Council (County Health Services Department).
Funding recommendations will be submitted to the Board of Supervisors.
H.Liv Contra Costa County Emergency Shelter Grant Funds
Eligible activities include:
• renovation, major rehabilitation, or conversion of buildings for use as emergency shelters
for the homeless;
• provision of essential services to the homeless;
• payment of maintenance, operation, insurance, utilities, and furnishings; and
• development and implementation of homeless prevention activities.
The allocation of ESG funds among eligible activities will depend on the results of a competitive
application process to be initiated following an allocation of funds.to the County by HUD.
Projects will be reviewed and evaluated based on the following criteria:
• consistency with homeless shelter and service priorities identified in the Consolidated Plan;
• matching funds(100 percent match required).
Projects must be located in the Urban County.
H.l.v Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency Funds
The County RDA works proactively with nonprofit and for-profit developers to revitalize
commercial and residential neighborhoods and increase and maintain the supply of affordable
housing in the redevelopment project areas. A minimum of 15 percent of all housing units built
or substantially rehabilitated in the project areas will be required to be affordable to low- and
moderate-income households, with a minimum of 40 percent of these units affordable to very-low
income households. On an annual basis, the County reserves a minimum of 20 percent of the
gross tax increment generated by the project areas to the Housing Set-Aside Fund for purposes of
22An estimated$6,000 will be used for program administration.
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expanding and increasing each project area's supply of affordable housing.
Eligible housing activities which may be assisted with RDA Housing Set-Aside Funds include:
• the acquisition, rehabilitation and new construction of multifamily rental housing
affordable to very-low, low and moderate-income households; and
• assistance to first-time homebuyers.
Projects must be located in one of the five County Redevelopment Areas located in Bay Point,
North Richmond, Oakley, Pleasant Hill BART, and Rodeo. The County RDA works with
housing developers to implement quality housing projects which are affordable and enhance the
community in which they are located. All proposed projects are reviewed by the local Municipal
Advisory Committee and/or Project Area Committee with recommendations for funding
submitted to the Board of Supervisors for approval. Organizations interested in exploring
housing development opportunities should contact the County RDA to discuss alternatives and
funding availability.
In addition to the Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency, the following Urban County Cities
currently have Redevelopment Agencies which are active in affordable housing development:
Brentwood; Clayton; Danville; El Cerrito;Hercules;Pinole; Pleasant Hill; San Pablo; and San
Ramon. Estimated Housing.Set-Aside Funds potentially available through these RDAs during FY
1995 total just under $4.5 million. Organizations interested in pursuing affordable housing
opportunities in the City redevelopment areas should contact the relevant RDA.
County RDA projects currently in the planning and development stages are described in Section
V.A of the Action Plan.
I. Number of Households to be Assisted
Resources available through the County during FY 1996/97 will be used for affordable housing
projects and activities to assist an estimated 300 very-low and low-income households, including
50 extremely-low and 100 very-low income households. Estimates are based on the results of the
FY 1996/97 CDBG/HOME application process(see Table 3) and prior program experience and
include activities funded through: the Consortium HOME Program; County CDBG, HOPWA,
and ESG; and County RDA Housing Set-Aside funds.
Projects funded through the CDBG program include:
0 Rental housing rehabilitation- 28 units.
• Owner-occupied housing rehabilitation- 61 units.
• Site acquisition/new construction- 86 units multifamily rental housing.
• Site acquisition/new construction- 12 units rental housing for HIV/AIDS population.
• First-time homebuyer assistance- 65 households.
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• Fair housing counseling- 55 households.
• Legal assistance/fair housing- 50 households
The County estimates that currently unallocated FY 1996/97 CDBG/HDAF, HOME, and
HOPWA resources will be adequate to assist an additional 50 to 100 lower-income households.
In addition to these activities, the County Housing Authority will apply for an additional 200
Section 8 Certificates to assist very-low income households in obtaining affordable rental housing
and will complete the rehabilitation of 40 units of existing public housing in Oakley using
Comprehensive Grant funds. Finally, the County will request additional mortgage authority
adequate to provide first-time homebuyer assistance through the Mortgage Credit Certificate
Program for 40 low- and moderate-income first-time homebuyers.
J. FY 1996/97 Action Plan for CDBG Funds
In order to meet the objectives and needs, Contra Costa County,'by recommendation of the
Family and Human Service, Finance, Economic Development, and Affordable Housing Finance
Committees, and by adoption by the County Board of Supervisors proposes to utilize it's 1996/97
Community Development Block Grant Funds from the United States Department of Housing and
Urban Development for the activities listed below. Recommendations of the Committees are the
results of a competitive application process based on criteria that meets County and federal
objectives. All activities benefit very-low and low-income persons, addressing the Primary
Objective of the CDBG Program.
Per §570.301 Presubmission requirements for CDBG funds, Contra Costa County developed a
FY 1996/97 Action Plan and the projected use of Community Development Block Grant funds
and HOME Investment Partnership Act funds. The proposed statement was published in a
newspaper of general circulation within Contra Costa County on February 5, 1996. A public
hearing for the proposed statement was held on March 12, 1996. The Final Statement was
approved by the County Board of Supervisors on March 12, 1996.
The major objectives of the FY 1996/97 Action Plan are as follows:
A. Provide programs and activities which benefit lower income persons.
B. Prevent or reduce deterioration in designated neighborhoods.
C. Preserve the existing housing stock and increase housing opportunities for lower income
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Contra Costa County is an Urban County in the U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development's
Community Development Block Grant Program. The Urban County includes all unincorporated areas of the County,
plus the cities of Brentwood,Clayton,Danville,El Cerrito,Hercules,Lafayette,Martinez,Moraga,Orinda,Pinole,
Pleasant Hill,San Pablo,and San Ramon.
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persons.
D. Provide incentives for business expansion and stabilization in order to expand
employment opportunities for lower income persons.
E. Improve the public works infrastructure, including storm drainage and street
improvements in lower income areas.
F. Develop neighborhood facilities to serve lower income areas.
G. Provide housing counseling and information services and further fair housing.
H. Remove architectural barriers to the handicapped and increase opportunities for disabled
persons to participate in society.
I. Provide appropriate public services to assist lower income persons and agencies to meet
client needs.
J.1 Sources of Funds
1996/97 Grant (estimated) $3,705,300
Program Income $ 0
1995/96 Carryover $ 100,622
Total Available for Allocation $3,805,922
12 Recommended Allocations
Project/Programs $2,467,309
Program Administration $ 481,795
Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 591,917
Economic Development Assistance Fund $ 190,795
Contingency $ 74,106
Total Funds Allocated $3,805,922
An estimated $500,000 in 1995/96 program income from Housing Rehabilitation Loan Programs
are not included in the above, as these funds will remain in those programs as revolving loan
funds.
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Contra Costa County
Proposed FY 1996/97 Action Plan
Community Development Block Grant
TABLE 3
Listing of Proposed Activities and Projects
HOME Investment Partnership Act
Sources of Funds:
Total FY 1996/97 HOME Funds (estimated) $2,081,700
Unallocated FY 1995/96 Funds24 $ 350,870
Total Available for Allocation $2,432,570
Recommended Allocations:
Project/Programs $1,912,145*
HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 312,255
HOME Program Administration $ 208,170
Total Allocated $2,432,570
* Includes $760,000 for projects owned, sponsored, and/or developed by Community
Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs).
Individual project descriptions, objectives, and eligible citations are provided in the following.
2417unds are previously unallocated resources from the FY 1995/96 HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund.
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Project Responsible Agency Allocation
H-96-2 Coggins Square BRIDGE Housing Corporation $1,152,14525
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Extremely low, very-low and low-income households.
Geographic Area: Las Juntas Way and Coggins Drive in the unincorporated area near Pleasant Hill
BART, Central County.
The purpose of this project is to provide 86 units of newly constructed multifamily rental housing
affordable to and occupied by lower-income households, including 30 units affordable at 30 percent
of Area Median Income(AMI), 30 at 50 percent AMI, and 26 at 60 percent AMI. The project will
include 42 HOME-assisted units. Funds will be used for site acquisition, permits, and construction.
Sponsor address: 1 Hawthorne Street, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94105. .Phone: (415) 989-
1111. [24 CFR 92.205(a)(1) and 92.206(a) and (b)]. Funding sources for Coggins Square also.
include$797,855 in FY 1996/97 CDBG funds (see Table 3 discussion of Community Development
Block Grant-Housing Projects).
H-96-7 Lone Tree Way Rural California Housing Corporation $380,000
Development (CHDO Project)
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Extremely-low, very-low, and low-income first-time homebuyer households.
Geographic Area: vacant site on Lone Tree Way,East of Highway 4 in Brentwood (AP 18-230-38),
East County.
The purpose of this project is to increase the supply of affordable housing and to provide home
ownership opportunities for 65 very-low and low-income households in East County through a
sweat-equity development. HOME funds will be used for site acquisition and, following construction
of the three and four-bedroom homes, will be rolled over into silent second loans for up to 20
extremely-low income participating households. Sponsor address: 2125 19th Street, Suite 101,
Sacramento, CA 95818. Phone: (916)442-4731. [24 CFR 92.205(a) and 92.206(b)].
25 Includes$801,275 in FY 1996/97 funds and$350,870 in previously unallocated resources from the existing FY
1995/96 HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund.
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H-96-9 Aspen Court Resources for Community Development $380,000
(CHDO Project)
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Very-low income and previously homeless persons with AIDS.
Geographic Area: 121 Aspen Drive, Pacheco, Central County.
The purpose of this project is to increase the supply of permanent, multifamily rental housing
affordable to and occupied by very-low income and previously homeless disabled persons with AIDS.
The Aspen Court project will result in the new construction of 12 one-bedroom units, including one
manager's unit and 11 units for the target population. The Project Sponsor will also be responsible
for working with appropriate public and private agencies to develop a comprehensive support service
program to assist residents in maintaining an independent living status for the longest feasible time.
HOME funds will be used for construction and related soft costs. Sponsor address: 2131 University
Avenue, Suite 224,Berkeley, CA 94704. Phone: (510) 841-4410. [24 CFR 92.205(a), 92.206(a)
and 92.206(c)]
H-96-4 HOME Housing Development Contra Costa County $312,255
Assistance Fund Community Development
Department
Status: Continuing
Beneficiaries: Lower-income households.
Geographic Area: Contra Costa Consortium Area'
Resources are allocated to the HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund for purposes of
funding eligible projects as they develop during the program year. Location and number of
households assisted will depend on specific projects. Funds are available on an open-window
application basis through the Community Development Department(Attention: Principal Planner-
Housing). Sponsor address: 651 Pine Street, 4th floor/north wing, Martinez, CA 94553. Phone:
(510) 335-1257 or 335-1253. [24 CFR 92.205(a)]
Emergency Shelter Act
Total FY 1996/97 ESG funds $115,000
Proposed Activities:
Renovation/Conversion of
Buildings for Use as Homeless Shelters
26Includesall of Contra Costa County with the exception of the City of Richmond.
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Provision of Essential Services to
Homeless
Shelter Operations
Homeless Prevention
Allocations among eligible activities to specific projects will depend on the results of the competitive
application process.
Community Development Block Grant
Sources of Funds:
1996/97 Grant (estimated) $3,705,300
Program Income $ 0
1995/96 Carryover $ 100,622
Total Available for Allocation $3,805,922
Recommended Allocations
Project/Programs
Project/Programs $2,467,309
Program Administration $ 481,795
Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 591,917
Economic Development Assistance Fund $ 190,795
Contingency $ 74,106
Total Funds Allocated $3,805,922
An estimated$500,000 in 1995/96 program income from Housing Rehabilitation Loan Programs are
not included in the above, as these funds will remain in those programs as revolving loan funds.
Descriptions of individual projects, national objectives and eligible citations are provided in the
following text.
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Project Responsible Agency Allocation
Housing
H-96-1 Rental Rehabilita- Housing Authority of the No new funds
tion Program County of Contra Costa
Status: Ongoing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income households.
Geographic Area: Urban County, with target areas in Bay Point, Brentwood, Oakley, North
Richmond, Martinez, Crockett, Rodeo, and San Pablo.
The purpose of this project is to increase and maintain the supply of rental housing affordable to and
occupied by extremely-low,very-low, and low-income households. The Housing Authority provides
technical assistance and loans at zero to 3 percent simple interest for purposes of rehabilitating
housing affordable to the target population. During FY 1996/97, the Housing Authority anticipates
using$295,000 in program income(repayment of loans previously made with CDBG, federal Rental
Rehabilitation Program, and HOME funds) in combination with $225,000 in private investor funds
and$10,000 in Housing Authority resources to implement this program and rehabilitate an additional
28 affordable rental units. Sponsor Address: 3133 Estudillo St., Martinez, CA 94553. Phone: (510)
372-7391. [24CFR 570.208(a)(3) and 570.202(a)(1)]
H-96-2 Coggins Square BRIDGE Housing Corporation $797,855
Status: New
Beneficiaries: Extremely-low, very-low, and low-income households.
Geographic Area: Las Juntas Way and Coggins Drive in the unincorporated area near
Pleasant Hill BART, Central County.
The purpose of the project is to provide 86 units of newly constructed multifamily rental housing
affordable to and occupied by lower-income households, including 30 units affordable at 30 percent
AMI, 30 at 50%AMI, and 26 at 60 percent AMI. Funds will be used for site acquisition. Sponsor
Address: 1 Hawthorne St., Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94105. Phone: (415) 989-1111 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(3) and 570.201(a)]
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H-96-3 Fair Housing Pacific Community Services, Inc. $22,000
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Urban County residents experiencing problems of housing discrimination.
Geographic Area: East County.
The purpose of this project is to alleviate problems of housing discrimination in the Urban County.
Funds will be used to identify problems of housing discrimination, conduct fair housing training for
housing managers, and provide fair housing counseling services to an estimated ten households
experiencing discrimination in East County. (Supervisory District V). Sponsor Address: 329
Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565. Phone: (510) 439-1056. [24 CFR 570.208(d)(4) and
570.206(c)]
H-96-5 Pleasant Hill Rehabilitation City of Pleasant Hill $50,000
Loan Program Redevelopment Agency
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income homeowners.
Geographic Area: City of Pleasant Hill,
The purpose of the Pleasant M Rehabilitation Loan Program is to maintain the supply of affordable
housing through the provision of subsidized housing rehabilitation loans for very-low and low-income
homeowners in Pleasant Hill. During FY 1996/97, this program will provide an estimated 15 loans,
including a minimum of three to be funded with CDBG funds. Sponsor Address: 10OGregory Lane,
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. Phone: (510) 671-5266. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) and 570.202(a)(1)]
H-96-6 Fair Housing Shelter,Inc. $27,000
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Urban County residents experiencing problems of housing discrimination.
Geographic Area: Central and West County.
The purpose of this project is to alleviate problems of housing discrimination in the Urban County.
Funds will be used to identify problems of housing discrimination, conduct fair housing training for
housing managers, and to provide fair housing counseling services to an estimated 45 households
experiencing discrimination in Central and West County (Supervisory Districts I-IV). Sponsor
Address: 1070 Concord Avenue, Suite 200, Concord, CA. 94520. Phone: (510) 827-3598. [24
CFR 570.208(d)(4) and 570.206(c)]
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H-96-8 Fair Housing Contra Costa Legal Services $30,000
Foundation
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Urban County residents experiencing problems of housing discrimination.
Geographic Area: Urban County.
The purpose of the project is to alleviate problems of housing discrimination through direct legal
assistance to households experiencing discrimination and to assist in implementation of the County's
analysis of impediments to fair housing. Funds will be used to identify problems of housing
discrimination and to provide services to an estimated 50 households experiencing discrimination in
the Urban County. Sponsor Address: 1017 MacDonald Avenue, Richmond, CA 94802. Phone:
(510)233-9954. [24 CFR 570.208(d)(4) and 570.206(c)].
H-96-10 Residential Rehabilitation City of San Pablo - $120,000
Status: ,Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Low-income homeowners.
Geographic Area: City of San Pablo.
The purpose of the City of San Pablo Housing Rehabilitation Program is to maintain the supply of
affordable housing owned and occupied by very-low and low-income households in San Pablo. Funds
will be used to provide zero and low-interest housing rehabilitation loans to very-low and low-income
owner-occupants. The additional CDBG funds in combination with program income estimated at
$50,000 and City resources will provide 10 to 15 new loans. Sponsor Address: One Alvarado
Square, San Pablo, CA 94806. Phone: (510)215-3030. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) and 570.202(a)(1)].
H-96-12 Neighborhood Preservation Contra Costa County Building $250,000
Program Inspection Department
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Low-income homeowners.
Geographic Area: Urban County with the exception of San Pablo and Pleasant Hill.
The purpose of the County Neighborhood Preservation Program is to maintain the supply of
affordable housing owned and occupied by very-low and low-income households. Funds will be used
for program administration and to provide zero and low interest rehabilitation loans to lower-income
owner-occupants. The additional CDBG funds in combination with program income estimated at
$400,000 will provide 30 to 34 new loans. Sponsor Address: 651 Pine Street, 4th Floor, Martinez,
CA 94553. Phone: (510) 335-1144. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) and 570.202(a)(1)].
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H-96-13 Housing Development Contra Costa County $591,917
Assistance Fund CDBG Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons and households.
Geographic Area: Urban County.
Resources are allocated to the Housing Development Assistance Fund for purposes of funding eligible
affordable housing projects as they develop during the program year. Location and number of
households assisted will depend on specific projects. Funds are available on an open-window
application basis through the Community Development Department (Attention: Principal Planner-
Housing). Sponsor Address: 651 Pine Street,4th Floor,North Wing, Martinez, CA 94553. Phone:
(510)335-1257 or 335-1253. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(3), 570.201(a)(c)(d) and (n), 570.202(a)(1)(2)
and (4), and 570.204(a)].
Economic Development
ED 1 The Care Connection Registry Family and Community Services $59,500
Of Contra Costa
Status:,Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low income persons.
Geographic Area: Urban County.
The purpose of this project is to train persons as home health care workers and assist in placement.
A total of nine trainings will be held training approximately 109 Urban County persons. Of those
receiving training approximately 84 persons will be placed on the registry for job placement. A
registry is maintained for continued placement. Funds will be used for operating costs of this
program. Sponsor Address: 1300 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. Phone: (510) 937-8311
[24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.204(c)(1)]
ED 4 Small Business Management Private Industry Council $30,000
Assistance Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Businesses owned by very-low and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: Urban County.
The purpose of this program is to provide technical assistance and management counseling to
approximately three small start-up and expanding businesses owned by very-low and low-income
persons. Funds will be used for operating costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 2425 Bisso
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Lane, Concord, CA. 94520. Phone: (510) 646-5249 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.203(b)]
ED 8 Opportunities for People and Rubicon Programs, Inc. $40,000
Employers Now! (OPEN)
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: Unincorporated Community of North Richmond.
The purpose of this program is to create jobs and expand employment utilizing a "supportive
employment" approach in cooperation with new and existing businesses. The program will assess
150 persons and place 80 persons from the North Richmond Community. The program works with
the Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency to attract new businesses. Funds will be used for
the operating costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 2500 Bissell Avenue, Richmond, CA 94804.
Phone: (510) 235-1516 {24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.203(b)]
ED 9 Next Step Employment St. Vincent de Paul Society $40,500
Leasing Project of Contra Costa
Status:.Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: East County.
The purpose of this program is to provide vocational training and job placement of 15 low-income
persons`. Persons will be placed in either St. Vincent de Paul-related businesses or other businesses.
Funds will be used for training costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 2210 Gladstone, Pittsburg,
CA 94565 Phone: (510)439-6063 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.204(a)(2)]
ED 10 Employment Development for Foundation for Understanding $20,000
Low and Middle Income Groups & Enhancement (FUNEN)
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income Persons.
Geographic Area: Central and East County.
The purpose of this project is to provide entry level computer training and job placement to 70
very-low and low-income persons. Training will be held at Cambridge Elementary School, 1135
Lacey Lane, Concord. Funds will be used for the training costs of this program. Sponsor Address:
1320 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite E, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. Phone: (510) 935-2085. [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(iv) and 570.204(c)(1)]
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ED 11 Work Experience Project Rubicon Programs, Inc. $75,000
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Homeless, very-low, and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: West County with the exception of the City of Richmond.
The purpose of.this program is to provide work experience and subsequent job placement for 30
persons. The program provides assessment, and skill building needed to maintain employment.
Funds will be used for the operational costs of the program. Sponsor Address: 2500 Bissell Avenue,
Richmond, CA Phone: (510) 235-1516 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(iv) and 570.203(c)]
ED 12 Economic Development Contra Costa County $190,795
Assistance Fund Community Development Dept.
Status: Continuing.
BeneficiAries: Very-low and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: Urban County.
This fund is set aside to provide funding for eligible economic development projects and programs
throughout the Urban County as they arise during the program year. Sponsor Address: 651 Pine
Street, 4th Floor, North Wing, Martinez, CA 94553. Phone: (510) 335-1259. [24 CFR
570.208(a)(1), (2) and (4), and 570.203, 570.204 and 570.205]
ED 13 Loan Packaging and Marketing Pacific Community Services No New Funds
Program Inc.
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Owner Operated Small Businesses.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide zero or low-interest loans to owner-operated business for
business expansion or startup Assisted businesses must commit to the employment of very-low and
low-income persons. The program also provides technical assistance in applying for loans through
the Small Business Administration. Carryover CDBG funds and program income, estimated at
$100,000,will enable the program to provide 5 loans. Funds will be used for loans and administrative
costs of the program. Sponsor Address: 329 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565. Phone(510)
439-1056. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.203(b)]
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ED 14 Small Business Micro Loan Private Industry Council No New Funds
Program (PIC)
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this project is to provide small seed, capital loans to,five very-low and low-income
persons to start their own business. The amount of carry over funds is $10,000. This program
collaborates with the Small Business Management Assistance Program. Sponsor Address: 2425
Bisso Lane, Concord, CA 94520. Phone: (510) 646-5249 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.203(b)]
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Open 1 Refurbish Manholes Phase H Rodeo Sanitary District $62,140
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Residents of the Community of Rodeo.
Geographic Area: Rodeo-West County.
Rodeo Sanitary District provides sanitation services to the unincorporated community of Rodeo in
West County. The purpose of the project is to reconstruct 20 deteriorated manholes in the
downtown area of Rodeo which have been determined to be a health hazard. Funds requested will
be used for materials and labor related to.reconstruction of manholes. Sponsor Address: P.O. Box
97, Rodeo, CA 94572. Phone: (510) 799-2970 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)(I) and 570.201(c)]
Census Tract 3580, Block Groups 1,2,3, and 4.
Open 2 Boys' and Girls' Club Roof Boys' and Girls' Club of Martinez $20,000
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth and families.
Geographic Area: City of Martinez.
The Boy's and Girls Club of Martinez provides youth educational and sports activities to the residents
of Martinez. The purpose of this project is to replace the roof, refinish the gymnasium floor and paint
the building exterior. CDBG funds should allow for the roof replacement. Funds requested will be
used for material and labor. Sponsor Address: 1301 Alhambra Avenue,Martinez, CA 94553 Phone:
(510)228-3677. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(D) and 570.201(c)]
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Open 4 ADA Improvements Contra Costa County- County $25,000
Main Library Administrator's Office
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Residents of Contra Costa County.
Geographic Area : Urban County.
The Main Library, located on Oak Park Blvd., in the City of Pleasant Dill, serves all County residents
except the City of Richmond. The purpose of the project is to make the library accessible to people
with disabilities consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Funds will be used to install
automatic doors at the library main entrance. Sponsor Address; 651 Pine Street, 11th Floor,
Martinez, CA 94553. Phone: (510)646-1021 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
Open 6 Cerrito Vista Park City of El Cerrito $18,500
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Youth, Adults and Seniors.
Geographic Area: El Cerrito -West County.
The Cerrito Vista Park is the City's only multi-use park. The purpose of the project is to make the
park accessible to persons with disabilities consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Funds
requested will be used for rehabilitation of the concession stand and public restrooms.
Sponsor Address: 10890 San Pablo Avenue,El Cerrito, CA 94530. Phone: (510)215-4360. [24 CFR
570;208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
Open 9 ADA Improvements Morello City of Pleasant Hill $15,000
and Taylor Blvd.
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Visually impaired.
Geographic Area: Pleasant Hill - Central County.
The purpose of the project is to modify traffic signals at Morello and Taylor Blvds. in Pleasant Hill
to provide audible feedback to the visually impaired. The intersection provides access to the State
Department of Rehabilitation Offices. Funds will be used for the purchase and installation of an
audible signal. Sponsor Address: 100 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 Phone: (510) 671-
5260. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
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Open 11 Village Drive Resource Center City of Brentwood $36,875
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-moderate income residents.
Geographic Area: Village Drive Neighborhood -Brentwood.
The City of Brentwood in conjunction with the Village Drive Homeowners Association is proposing
to rehabilitate the Village Drive Community Center. The purpose of the project is to rehabilitate the
Center in order to provide health and human services, as well as educational and recreational
programs within the neighborhood of Village Drive. Funds requested will be used for roof
replacement, carpeting, and minor interior rehabilitation. Sponsor Address: 708 3rd Street,
Brentwood, CA 94513. Phone: (510)634-6918. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1) and 570.201(c)] Census
Tract 3031 Block Groups 3,2,1.
Open 13 Rodeo Area Sidewalks Contra Costa County Redevelopment $35,000
Agency
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: School-aged children and residents.
Geographic Area: Rodeo -West County.
The purpose of this project is to install sidewalks, adjacent to Hillcrest Elementary School, in order
to provide a safe route for children attending the school. Funds requested will be used for materials
and installation of sidewalks on California Street. Sponsor Address: 651 Pine Street, 4th Floor,
North Wing, Martinez, CA 94510. Phone: (510)646-4208 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)(i) and
570.201(c)] Census Tract 3580, Block Groups 1,2,3, and 4.
Open 17 Shared Community Based Shelter,Inc, $15,000
Organizations Administrative
Service Center
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income residents who utilize services of participating non-profits.
Geographic Area: Central County.
The purpose of this project is to.determine the feasibility of shared space (either leased or owned)
among multiple non-profit agencies, in order to realize economies of scale, especially in administrative
functions, and thereby increase levels of service to the community. This is a joint proposal between
Shelter, Inc. and four other non-profit agencies. Funds requested will be used for the feasibility study.
Sponsor Address: 307 Lennon Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. Phone: (510) 39-1916. [24 CFR
570.208(d)(4) and 570.205(a)(6)
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Open 20 City Wide Installation of City of Martinez $33,900
Curb Ramps
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Handicapped and seniors.
Geographic Area: City of Martinez.
The purpose of this project is to install curb ramps, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities
Act, in the area of a senior citizens residence and senior center in downtown Martinez. Funds will
be used for construction of eight curb ramps. Sponsor Address: 525 Henrietta Street, Martinez, CA
94553. Phone: (510) 372-3518 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
Open 23 Pedestrian Ramps City of San Pablo $27,600
Old Town Phase III
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries:Handicapped and seniors.
Geographic Area: City of San Pablo.
The purpose of this project is to install curb ramps, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities
Act, in the Old Town area of San Pablo. Funds will be used for construction of 24 curb ramps.
Sponsor Address: One Alvarado Square, San Pablo, CA 94806 Phone: (510) 215-3066. [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
Open 25 Gregory Gardens School City of Pleasant Hill $6,750
Pathway Improvements
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Children attending Gregory Gardens Elementary School.
Geographic Area: City of Pleasant Hill.
The purpose of this project is to install a curb ramp, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities
Act, at the entrance of a school pathway to Gregory Gardens Elementary School in the City of
Pleasant Hill. Funds will be used for construction of one curb ramp. Sponsor Address: 100 Gregory
Lane,Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 Phone: (510) 671-5260. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
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OPEN 12 Knightsen Avenue Frontage Knightsen Town Advisory $40,000
Improvements -Phase U Council
Status: New
Beneficiaries: Residents of the Community of Knightsen.
Geographic Area: Knightsen-East County
The purpose of this project is to repair existing sidewalks and to install new sidewalks for the mixed
residential and commercial area of Knightsen. This is a joint effort between the Knightsen Town
Advisory Council and the Contra Costa County Department of Public Works. Funds will be used for
repair and construction of sidewalks. Sponsor Address: P.O. Box 170, Knightsen, CA 94548.
Phone:. (510) 625-0630. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)(i) and 570.201(c)] Census tract 3020.02 Block
Group 1.
Open 14 Renovation of Rogers Ranch Friends of Rogers Ranch $5,000
Status: New
Beneficiaries: Handicapped
Geographic Area: Pleasant Hill - Central County
The purpose of this project is to bring bathrooms and doors in conformance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act at this historic site. Rogers Ranch is located at 315 Cortsen Road, Pleasant Hill and
is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Fund will be used for the cost of renovation.
Sponsor Address: P.O. Box 23381, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. Phone: (510) 939-8436. [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
Open 18 Pedestrian Walkway on Pittsburg Unified School District $9,000
Loftus Road
Status: New
Beneficiaries: Residents of Bay Point
Geographic Area: Bay Point -East County
The purpose of this project is to construct a pedestrian walkway on Loftus Road adjacent to the
newly constructed Hanlon Elementary School. The walkway will provide a safe route for children
and others using the school facility. Sponsor Address: 2000 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565.
Phone: (510)473-4235. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)(I) and 570.201(c)] Census Tract 3141.01 Block
Groups 2,4,and 5.
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Projects to be funded if FY 1996/96 CDBG Grant is higher than estimated
Open 3 Phase III Kitchen Renovations Contra Costa County Priority
Community Services Dept.
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income families.
Geographic Area: West County except the City of Richmond.
The purpose of this project is to provide a centralized, modern, efficient and sanitary facility to meet
the anticipated increase in the number of children participating in Headstart, Child Development, and
State Preschool programs in West County. The Central Kitchen is located at 847 B Brookside Drive,
Richmond. Funds requested would be used for engineering and design, administration, permits,
inspections, and utility upgrades. Sponsor address: 1220 Morello Avenue, #101, Martinez, 94553.
Phone: (510) 374-3850. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)(I) and 570.201(c)]
Open 16 Balboa Head Start Center CCC Community Services Priority
Department
Status: Continuing
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income children
Geographic Area: West County except the City of Richmond
The purpose of this project is to purchase the Balboa School property at 1001 South 57th St. in the
City of Richmond. The facility will be used to house the current Head Start and Child Development
Programs. Funds requested will be used for acquisition. Sponsor address: 1220 Morello Avenue,
#101, Martinez, 94553. Phone: (510) 374-3850. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)(I) and 570.201(a)(c)]
Public Service
PS 1 Senior Services Network Pleasant Hill Recreation and Park Dept. $7,500
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors.
Geographic Area: Pleasant Hill area- Central County.
The purpose of this program is to provide on-site case management to seniors who need assistance
with entitlements, services, and support for crisis and other serious concerns. The program provides
a 15 hours per week Care Manager at the Pleasant Dill Senior Center. The program expects to serve
150 persons and provide out reach to 1,100 elderly persons. Requested funds will be used for
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operating costs of this program. Sponsor address: 147 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill CA 94523.
Phone: (510)798-8788. [24 CFR 570.208 (a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 2 Retired & Seniors Family & Community Services $9,792
Volunteer Program of Contra Costa
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: various.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to recruit, interview, and place seniors/retired persons as volunteers
in community agencies and schools/libraries throughout the County. Volunteers are placed in tutorial,
advocacy,food and nutrition, and health care programs. Requested funds will be used for operating
costs for this program. The program expects to place approximately 250 volunteers who will
provide approximately 27,462 units of service. Sponsor address: 1300 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek
CA 94596. Phone: (510) 937-8311, ext.l 17. [24 CFR570.208 (a)(2)(C) and 570.201(e)]
PS 4 Food Bank and Nutrition Diablo Valley AIDS $15,000
Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Persons and families.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to meet the nutritional needs of very-low and low-income people with
HIV/AIDS to help maintain the clients' independence and self-sufficiency. The program will provide
clients and their dependents with nutritionally sound groceries for 4 to 5 days each week. The
program expects to serve approximately 27 persons and their families per week through the program
year which equals approximately 1,375 bags of groceries. Funds requested will be used for salaries
and operating costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 2253 Concord Blvd, Concord, CA 94520.
Phone: (510) 686-3822 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 5 Senior Escort Service Family and Community Services $9,000
of Contra Costa
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors.
Geographic Area: West County.
The purpose of this program is to provide escort and errand service to frail seniors in West County.
This includes one on one assistance, paratransit assistance and vouchers, and the errand service. The
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program expects to serve approximately 220 seniors. Requested funds will be used for salaries and
operating costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 1300 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596.
Phone: (510) 937-8311 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 6 Multilingual Crisis and Center for New Americans $30,000
Intervention and Support Service
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Low/Mod Immigrants (persons and families).
Geographic Area: Countywide (except North Richmond).
The purpose of this program is to provide multi-lingual services to newly arrived immigrants and
refugees. The program will provide services such as: crisis intervention, information and referral,
needs assessment, and employment development. The program expects to provide cross cultural
counseling to 250 persons and information and referral to 200 persons. Requested funds will be used
for salaries and operating costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 1776 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite
105,Walnut Creek, CA 94598. Phone: (510) 939-3442 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)
PS 8 Program Director Boy and Girls Club of Martinez $7,800
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth ages 7 to 19.
Geographic Area: Martinez and Rodeo.
The purpose of this program is to provide organized and supervised programs to youth. The program
will provide programs in the following areas: personal adjustment, citizenship and leadership
development, cultural enrichment, health and physical education, outdoor and environmental
education. The program will.serve 300 youths from Martinez and 80 youths from Rodeo. Requested
funds will be used for program director's salary. Sponsor Address: 1301 Alhambra Ave., Martinez,
CA 94553 Phone: (510) 228-3677. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 9 Prepared and Perishable Contra Costa Food Bank $12,000
Food Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons and families.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to utilize donated ready-to-eat food from corporate cafeterias,
schools, hospitals, caterers, and selected restaurants in Contra Costa by a pickup and delivery system.
Food is transported in a refrigerated van and delivered to soup kitchens and other charitable
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organizations who provide meals on site. The program will provide 8,640 meals which will serve
1,082 persons. Requested funds will be used for salaries, rent and fuel. Sponsor Address: 5121 Port
Chicago Highway, Concord, CA 94520 Phone: (510) 671-7933 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(D) and
570.201(e)]
PS 10 Senior Home Equity Eden Council for Hope and $8,500
Conversion Counseling Opportunity
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide unbiased, neutral information and counseling about the
various reverse mortgage programs for seniors. Reverse mortgages are designed to assist seniors to
remain in their homes by taking advantage of being "house rich and cash poor". The program will
provide professional staff to provide 67 telephone inquiries for information and 40 intensive
counseling sessions to seniors and their families to identify the type of mortgage which potentially
best serves their needs. Requested funds will be used to pay salaries and operating expenses.
Sponsor Address: 770 A Street, Hayward, CA 94541. Phone: (510) 537-4793 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 11 Crisis Assistance and Cambridge Community Center $12,500
Homeless Service
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Homeless, Very-low and low-income persons and families.
Geographic Area: Central County.
The purpose of this program is to provide basic needs such as; food, clothing, toiletries, bedding and
other essential household items to homeless persons and others in need. The program provides, with
the assistance of volunteers,clothing vouchers, food and other essential needs, information on shelter
and transportation vouchers through a storefront facility. The facility will be open 25 hours per week
and overall the program will provide assistance to 600 persons. If fully funded the program intends
to expand its operation to include job training. Funds requested will be used for salaries and rent,
utilities and transportation vouchers. Sponsor Address: 1135 Lacey Lane, Concord, CA 94520
Phone: (510) 798-1078 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
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PS 12 Jobs Plus: A Prevocational Independent Living Resource of $10,000
Training and Technical Contra Costa
Assistance Program
_Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Disabled.
Geographic Area: Countywide
The purpose of this program is to provide vocational services to the disabled. The program will
provide job counseling and training in pre-employment skills, and job placement assistance to 150
persons. Approximately 25 persons will be employed. The program will also provide outreach to
200 employers on accommodations for disabled, employer incentive programs, and placement
relationships. Funds requested will be used for salaries and operating expenses. Sponsor Address:
3811 Alhambra Avenue,Martinez, CA 94553. Phone: (510) 229-9200 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A)
and 570.201(e)]
PS 13 Child-Parent Enrichment Family Stress Center $10,000
Program
Status:. Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income families.
Geographic Area: Martinez, Pacheco, Bay Point, Brentwood, Oakley, Hercules, San
Pablo, and adjacent unincorporated areas.
This purpose of this program is to provide a home visitation program for families at high risk for
abuse and neglect. The program provides counseling and support for eight to ten families by teaching
basic parenting skills and assisting them in obtaining critical community resources. Families are
referred from County and Community agencies. Funds requested will be used for salaries. Sponsor
Address: 2086 Commerce Avenue, Concord, CA 94520. Phone: (510) 827-0212 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 14 Child Assault Prevention Family Stress Center. $15,000
Program (CAP)
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth, families.
Geographic Area: Schools in Martinez, Bay Point, Brentwood, and Oakley.
The purpose of this program is to educate children in order to prevent them from becoming victims
of child abuse. The program teaches, through classroom presentations, children ages 3 to 18, how
to recognize abuse, and strategies to deal effectively with potentially dangerous situations.
Presentations will be made to approximately 540 students. The program also provides opportunities
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for children and teens to talk about and get help if necessary in dealing with abusive situations.
Training will be provided to 80 parents and 45 teachers. Funds requested will be used for salaries.
Sponsor Address: 2086 Commerce Avenue, Concord, CA 94520. Phone: (510) 827-0212 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(C)]
PS 16 Ombudsman Services of Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa $10,000
Contra Costa
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to investigate and resolve complaints and concerns of the frail elderly
and dependent adults in nursing homes and residential care facilities. The program trains volunteers
to be certified Ombudsman. Ombudsman visit nursing homes and residential care facilities on a
regular basis thereby maintaining a presence in order to safeguard the rights of the long-term care
resident.: Approximately 700 persons will receive services. Funds for this program will be used for
salaries and operating costs. Sponsor Address: 1601 Sutter Street, Suite A, Concord, CA 94520
Phone: (510) 685-2070 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A)]
PS 18 Support Services and Case AIDS Project of Contra Costa $17,500
Management for
People with HIV/AIDS
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income people with HIV/AIDS.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide case management services to people with HIV/AIDS. The
program will provide assistance to those in financial need by providing vouchers for food and
transportation, support groups,various forms of therapy, and volunteer buddies, and information and
referral. For all program areas a minimum of 50 persons will be served. The funds requested will
be used for salaries,rent and insurance. Sponsor Address: 2280 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA
94520 Phone: (510) 356-2437 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 19 Housing& Homeless Contra Costa Legal Services $15,000
Assistance Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income families, seniors, disabled.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
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The purpose of this program is to provide supportive services to households experiencing housing
and homeless problems. Services include advice and counseling. brief advocacy services, and direct
representation before judicial and administrative tribunals. Legal service will be provide to a
minimum of 350 residents. Funds requested will be used for salaries, library services, postage, and
supplies. Sponsor Address: P.O. Box 2289, Richmond, CA 94802 Phone: (510)236-6846 [24
CFR 570.208(a)(2)(C) and 570.201(e)]
PS 20 Sexual Assault Intervention Rape Crisis Center $20,000
and Prevention
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Victims of sexual assault.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide supportive services to victims of-sexual assault and/or
abuse and their families. Services include 24 hour crisis intervention (telephone), 24 hour in-person
accompaniment to medical exam and legal reporting, court hearings, follow-up counseling, and
prevention services. The program will provide support services to 195 victims. Funds requested will
be used for salaries. Sponsor Address: 2023 Vale Road, Suite 2, San Pablo, CA 94806. Phone:
(510) 237-0113 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)
PS 21 Child Assault Prevention Rape Crisis Center $17,000
Project- Teen Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth.
Geographic Area: Central and West County.
The purpose of this program is to prevent sexual assault from occurring among teens, and increasing
awareness of resources available to victims. The program will provide 40 in-school presentations
and discussion on issues such as date rape, and other forms of sexual violence, information and
prevention, and defense skills to approximately 1,200 students. Funds requested will be used for
salaries. Sponsor Address: 2023 Vale Road, Suite 2, San Pablo, CA 94806. Phone: (510) 237-0113
[24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)]
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PS 22 Circle of Care Hospice of Contra Costa $25,000
(Facility-based care for PWA)
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Person with AIDS (PWA).
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide facility based care for respite and end-of-life care for
people in the later stages of AIDS. The program provides case management and collaborates with
five skilled nursing facilities to provide facility based care. The program will serve approximately 47
AIDS patients. Funds requested will be used to offset costs of care. Sponsor Address: 2051
Harrison Street, Concord, CA 94520 Phone: (510) 609-1830 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and
570.201(e)]
PS 24 Alzheimer's Respite Center West County Adult Day Care $10,000
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors, disabled, families.
Geographic Area: West County.
The purpose of this program is to provide sheltered day care services five days a week to Alzheimer's
victims and other elderly persons who need constant supervision. The program provides meals,
personal grooming assistance, a variety of therapies, social activities, and a monthly family support
group. Day care services will be provided to 13 elderly persons.. Funds requested will be used for.
rent and salaries. Sponsor Address: 1015 Nevin, Suite 108,Richmond, CA 94801 Phone: (510) 235-
6276 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 28 Homeless Shelter Program Contra Costa County $88,495
for Single Adults Health Services Department
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Homeless.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide emergency shelter to single adults on a year round basis,
and a structured program that is designed to move residents toward establishing self-sufficiency. The
program provides shelter, including meal, laundry facilities, mail, and telephones to 120 homeless
persons. Funds requested will be used for operating costs to keep the shelter open May through June.
Sponsor Address: 597 Center Street, Suite 200, Martinez, CA 94533 Phone: (510)372-5385 [24
CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
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PS 29 Battered Women's Battered Woman's Alternative $20,000
Alternatives' Youth Education
and Support Services
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Youth and families.
Geographic Area: East and West County.
The purpose of this program is to provide a community based violence and substance abuse
prevention program with an alliance building component for at-risk youth, parents, and professionals.
The program will.provide classroom presentations to 2,000 youth, individual and group counseling,
training for 24 peer counselors, 240 parents and professionals. Funds requested will be used for
salaries. Sponsor Address: P.O. Box 6406, Concord, CA 94524 Phone: (510) 229-0885 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(C) and 570.201(e)]
PS 31 Midnight Basketball League Mt. Diablo Region YMCA $10,000
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth/adults 17 to 25 years.
Geographic Area: Bay Point -East County.
The purpose of this program is to provide a comprehensive program focusing on prevention of risky
behavior among economically disadvantaged young males with basketball as the "hook". The
program will provide to 60 youth/adult organized basketball, GED preparation, employment
preparation and development workshops, information and referral, mentorship. Funds requested will
be used for salaries. Sponsor Address: 395 Civic Drive, Suite G, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 Phone:
(510) 609-9622 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(D) and 570.201(e)]
PS 34 Multi-Cultural Family Neighborhood House $45,000
& Senior Center of North Richmond
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income residents.
Geographic Area: North Richmond -West County.
The purpose of this project is to provide comprehensive social services, in an ethnically sensitive
manner, to 450 residents of the North Richmond community. The program provides, in
collaboration with other community agencies, nutrition programs, information and referral,
educational programs, arts and crafts, and social programs reflective of the areas cultural diversity.
Funds requested will used for salaries and operting support. Sponsor Address: 305 Chesley Avenue,
Richmond, CA 94801 Phone: (510) 235-9780 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)]
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PS 35 Villa San Ramon San Ramon Redevelopment Agency $25,000
"Conserv" Program City of San Ramon
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors.
Geographic Area: San Ramon- South Central County.
The purpose of this project is to augment the costs associated with the congregate services package
at Villa San Ramon. Villa San Ramon is a congregate care facility for seniors, which provides meals,
transportation, maid service, and social activities. The funds requested will be used to subsidize the
cost of congregate care for 24 low income residents. Sponsor Address: 2225 Camino Ramon, San
Ramon, CA 94583 Phone : (510)275-2280 Ext.2251 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 37 YWCA- Family YWCA - Young Women's $20,000
Empowerment Program Christian Association
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income families.
Geographic Area: Bay Point.
The purpose of this program is to provide the following services, expanded child care to 79 children,
leadership for 30 middle-school aged youth, health care support, and job training classes and services
to 75 families. The program will provide, through its existing site; child care (ages 3 to 10); youth
leadership in ethics, communication/time management, diversity/conflict resolution, and volunteer
placement;physical and mental health care program;job training skills. Funds requested will be used
for salaries and supplies. Sponsor Address: 1355 Willow Way, Suite 275, Concord, CA 94520
Phone: (510) 689-9858 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(D) and 570.201(e)]
PS 38 After School Performing East Bay Center for the $22,000
Arts Program Performing Arts
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth.
Geographic Area: North Richmond, San Pablo.
The purpose of this program is to provide education and instruction in the multi-cultural and multi-
ethnic performing art forms of our time. The program will provide a minimum of 19 classes to
children kindergarten through 8th grade in music (vocal and instrumental), dance, and drama.
Approximately 315 (unduplicated)students will be served. Funds requested will be used for salaries,
outreach, and supplies. Sponsor Address: 339-11th Street,Richmond, CA 94801 Phone: (510) 234-
5624 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)]
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PS 39 Emergency Shelter for Crisis and Suicide Intervention $7,000
Homeless Families and
Victims of Violence
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Homeless, families, victims of violence.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this project is to provide emergency shelter for families with serious health or safety
risks who have no other immediate shelter available. The program will provide motel vouchers for
one or two nights, and counseling to clients to assist them in locating long term shelter. The program
will provide 140.nights of emergency shelter for approximately 90 families. Funds requested will be
used to purchase motel vouchers. Sponsor Address: 307 Lennon Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Phone: (510)939-1916 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 40 24-Hour Crisis Lines Crisis and Suicide Intervention $12,000
for Urban County Residents
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Urban County residents.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide 24-hour crisis counseling. The program will provide 24-
hour, toll free crisis lines, staffed by professionally trained volunteers to assist those who are
depressed, anxious, financially troubled, in crisis due to problems or traumatic events. The program
expects to serve over 17,000 Urban County residents. The sponsor collaborates with several county
agencies and non-profit organizations. Funds requested will be used for salaries and operating costs.
Sponsor Address: 307 Lennon Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 Phone: (510) 939-1916 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(I), 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 41 Emergency Housing and Shelter,Inc. $25,000
Homeless Services
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Lower-income households.
Geographic Area: Central and West County.
The purpose of this program is to provide services that assist residents in maintaining their housing.
The program provides landlord tenant counseling,-rental /mortgage assistance (direct funds),and
home owner assistance. For all program areas, approximately 610 persons will receive assistance.
Funds requested will be used for salaries. Sponsor Address: 1070 Concord Avenue, Suite 200,
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Concord, CA 94520 Phone: (510) 827-3598 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(C) and 570.201(e)]
PS 44 Independent Living Skills Lions Blind Center of Diablo Valley $10,000
for the Visually Handicapped
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors, Disabled.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide 40 newly blind adults with the self-help skills they need to
maintain or regain their independence,thereby avoiding institutionalization. The program will provide
two professionals, skilled in teaching the newly blind independent living skills in the clients home.
Funds requested will be used for salaries. Sponsor Address: 175 Alvarado Avenue, Pittsburg, CA
94565 Phone: (510) 432-3013 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 47 ,Employment Aftercare Opportunity West $10,000
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Youth (15 to 21).
Geographic Area: West County.
The purpose of this program is to provide a continuum of services designed to reduce recidivism of
youth by providing pre-employment,vocational training, and job training. The program will provide
a collaboration of services designed to provide identified youth with educational and job training
programs,job placement, and follow-up. CDBG funds will provide service to one individual. Funds
requested will be used for salaries. Sponsor Address: 3720 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA 94805
Phone: (510) 236-5812 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)]
PS 49 Comprehensive Housing Pacific Community Services, $10,000
Counseling Inc.
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Families.
Geographic Area: East County.
The purpose of this program is to provide direct housing counseling services to people in need. The
program provides counseling in the following areas: landlord tenant relations, mortgage default and
delinquency counseling, pre-purchase/rental, education, and information and referral services. For
all program areas approximately 300 persons will receive assistance. Funds requested will be used
for salaries and operating expenses. Sponsor Address: 329 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565
Phone: (510) 439-1056 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(C) and 570.201(e)]
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PS 26 Los Cenzontles Youth Los Cenzontles Mexican Arts Center $7,000
Performance Group
Status: Continuing
Beneficiary: Youth
Geographic Area: West County except the City of Richmond
The purpose of this program is to provide intermediate and advanced training in music and dance to
pre-teens and teens participating in the performance group. The program will provide classes in
voice, musical instruments, and dance. The Performance Group will perform at various events.
Funds requested will be used for salaries and operating expenses. Sponsor Address: P.O. Box 6088,
San Pablo, CA 94806. Phone: (510) 233-8015. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)]
PS 27 Community Mediation Project Contra Costa Conflict $10,000
Resolution Panels
Status: Continuing
Beneficiary:
Geographic Area: Countywide
The purpose of this program is to provide a mechanism and format that enables neighbors to resolve
conflicts fast, peaceably and in ways that contribute to a lasting resolution to the problem. The
program provides recruitment and training of volunteers in conflict resolution skills and techniques
in conflict management. Volunteers serve the community by assisting disputing parties to resolve
their differences. Funds requested will be used for salaries and operating expenses. Sponsor
Address: P.O. Box 23227, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. Phone: (510) 687-5462 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(C) and 570.201(e)] \
PS 30 Protect Personal & Property Contra Costa Senior Legal $10,000
Rights of Needy Seniors Services, Inc.
Status: Continuing
Beneficiary: Seniors
Geographic Area: Countywide
The purpose of this program is to provide legal assistance to seniors on a variety of issues such as,
elder abuse, and consumer fraud. The program provides workshops on prevention of abuse (physical
and financial), consumer fraud, and attorney and paralegal services to victims of abuse or fraud.
Funds requested will be used for salaries and operating costs. Sponsor Address: 1305 MacDonald
Ave. Richmond, CA 94801. Phone: (510) 374-3713. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
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PS 33 Vocational Mentoring Project Neighborhood House of $32,000
North Richmond
Status:.New
Beneficiary: Youth and their families
Geographic area to be served: North Richmond and San Pablo
The purpose of this program is to provide at risk youth with 'vocational mentors and case
management in order to assist then in completing their high school education, and to prepare for
future careers. The program will provide, in coordination with the Student Study Team at Richmond
High School, supportive services such as a public health nurse,'vocational counselor, community
outreach worker, and adult mentors. Mentors will be recruited, trained, and matched with students
by Healing Our Nation From Violence a non-profit working in coordination with Neighborhood
House. Funds requested will be used for salaries. Sponsor Address: 305 Chesley Ave. Richmond,
CA 94801. Phone: (510) 235-9780 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)]
PS 43 Runaway Services In Contra Northern California Family Center $12,500
Costa County
Status:: Continuing
Beneficiaries: Youth
Geographic Area to be Served: Countywide
The purpose of this project is to provide temporary shelter to runaways and homeless youth. The
program will provide a 24-hour hotline (contract with Crisis and Suicide Intervention), counseling
and case management and temporary shelter. Temporary shelter will be provided through a network
of foster families. Funds requested will be used for payment to contracted foster families. Sponsor
Address: 2244 Pacheco Blvd.,Martinez, CA 94553-1968. Phone: (510) 370-1990 Ext.15. [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)]
Projects to be funded if FY 1996/96 CDBG Grant is higher than estimated Grant amount.
PS 23 Children At Risk Court Appointed Special 1st Priority
Representatives
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Abused Children throughout the Urban County.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide court appointed advocacy and representation for children
who are victims of abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The programs trains and provides volunteers
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who provide reports to the court and attends juvenile court proceedings, and follow-up. Funds
requested will be used for salaries and case administration costs. Sponsor Address: 75 A Santa
Barbara Road, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. Phone: (510) 256-7284. [24CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and
570.201(e)]
PS 28 Homeless Shelter Program Contra Costa County 2nd Priority
for Single Adults Health Services Department
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Homeless.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
This program has been identified for funds in addition to the $88,495 already allocated to this
program if the FY 1996/97 CDBG Grant is more than the estimated amount, See PS 28 on page 56
of the Action Plan for a description of this project.
J.3 Quantitative Accomplishments by Activity Type-- CDB
Rehabilitation and Preservation 83 Units
Acquisition 1/86 Units
Fair Housing 105 Clients
Public Improvements -Facilities 2
Public Improvements - Infrastructure I
Removal of Architectural Barriers
Infrastructure 5
Public Facilities 2
Special Activities (Economic Development) 627 Persons
(4 Programs)
Assistance to For-Profit business 9 Loans
Eligible Planning I
Public Service
Homeless/homess Prevention 1,770
AIDS/HIV 124
Youth Programs 4,065
Seniors Programs 1,464
Prepared Meals 8,640
All Others 18,808
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K. Monitoring
K.1 Housing Projects and Programs
The Contra Costa County Community Development Department is responsible for the administration
and management of the following federally-funded programs to provide assistance for affordable
housing and homeless shelters: CDBG; HOME; ESG; and HOPWA. All projects funded through
these programs are monitored by the Department to ensure that the projects achieve their approved
objectives in a manner consistent with federal regulations, the Consolidated Plan, and other local
planning requirements. The Department's monitoring procedures consist of the following:
• Prior to funding consideration, all project applications are reviewed to ensure consistency
with federal regulations, the Consolidated Plan, and County Housing Element.
• Following funding approval,Project Sponsors are required to enter into Project Agreements
which specify project objectives, scope of work, eligible activities, performance targets,
project budget, implementation time frame,federal regulatory requirements27, and monitoring
and reporting requirements. In addition, all housing development funds are provided to
projects in the form of a loan, with applicable federal regulations, and affordability and use
restrictions incorporated into the loan documents and effective throughout the loan term.
• During project implementation, project sponsors are required to submit quarterly progress
reports detailing project progress, significant development problems, project funding and
expenditures, outreach to women and minority-owned businesses, and affirmative marketing
activity. In addition, projects are monitored as applicable for compliance with federal
accounting and procurement standards, labor and construction standards, relocation,
affirmative marketing, equal opportunity, fair housing, and other federal requirements.
Projects are also subject to an onsite performance and/or financial audit review on a selective
basis.
• Following project completion, Project Sponsors are required to submit Project Completion
Reports identifying: project accomplishments; population served, including data on
household characteristics(e.g., size, income, ethnicity); rent and/or housing affordability; and
total sources and uses of funds.
• Affordable housing development projects(e.g., acquisition, rehabilitation, new construction)
must also submit annual compliance reports designed to ensure continued compliance with
federal regulations, affordability and use restrictions, and other requirements as specified in
project loan documents. In addition, all HOME-assisted projects will be subject to periodic
27Includescompliance with federal regulations concerning: equal opportunity and fair housing;affirmative marketing;
displacement,relocation and acquisition;labor;lead-based paint;conflict of interest;debarment and suspension;the
environment;historic preservation;and flood insurance.
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onsite inspections to ensure continued compliance with federal housing quality standards.28
K.2 Non-Housing Community Development Projects and Programa
The monitoring for Non-Housing projects and programs are similar to those described for Housing
Projects and Programs. ,
• Prior to funding consideration, all applications are reviewed for consistency with federal
regulation, Consolidated Plan, and Board of Supervisor policy.
• Following funding approval,Project Sponsors are required to enter into Project Agreements
which specify project objectives, scope of work, applicable timelines and performance.targets,
project budget,federal, state and local regulatory requirements, and monitoring and reporting
requirements.
• During project implementation, project sponsors are required to submit quarterly progress
reports detailing project progress toward objectives, problems and/or resolution to meeting
goals, quantitative participation data by ethnicity, income, and household status. Projects
are also subject to an onsite performance and financial audit review on a selective basis.
Priority is given to high-risk programs for onsite performance and/or audit review
• Quarterly reports and request for payment are reviewed for both compliance with Project
Agreement and proper documentation for eligible activities. Project Sponsors are advised of
any procedural errors and or ineligible activities.
• Upon project completion Project Sponsors are required to submit Project Completion Reports
identifying: program/project accomplishments, quantitative participation data or population
served, and total sources and uses of funds.
U. SUMMARY OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND CITIZEN COMMENTS
In preparing the FY 1996-97 Action Plan the County held a Public Hearing on December 11, 1995.
The purpose of the hearing was to obtain citizens', public agencies', and other interested parties'
views on housing and community development needs of the Urban County and to obtain comment
on program performance as described in the Consolidated Plan. In addition, as required by federal
regulations, the FY 1996/97 Action Plan was made available for public review and comment at the
County Community Development Department. Legal notices were published in the Contra Costa
Times,the West County Times, the San Ramon Valley Times, and the Antioch Post Dispatch/Daily
Ledger. In addition, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors considered and approved the
28 Projects with one to 25 HOME-assisted units will be inspected every other year,while projects with more than,25
units will be inspected annually.
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FY 1996/97 Action Plan at their regularly scheduled Board meeting on March 12, 1996. The public
comment period was closed on March 1, 1996. The County received no comments on the FY
1996/97 Action Plan.
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M. CERTIFICATIONS
Consolidated Plan Certifications
In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the consolidated strategy
and plan regulations, the jurisdictions certifies-that:
Affirmatively Further Fair Housing-It will affirmatively further,fair housing, which means that
it will conduct an analysis to identify impediments to fair housing choice within the area, take
appropriate actions to overcome the effects of any impediments identified through that analysis,
and maintain records reflecting the analysis and actions in this regard.
Anti-displacement and Relocation Plan -It will comply with the acquisition and relocation
requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of
1970, as amended, as required under § 91.425 and Federal implementing regulations; and that it
has in effect and is following a residential antidisplacement and relocation assistance plan in
connection with any activity assisted with funding under the HOME or CDBG program, as
required under section 104(d) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as
amended, and the relocation requirements of§ 91.425 governing optional relocation assistance
under section 105(a)(11) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended;
Drug-Free Workplace - It will or will continue to provide a drug-free workplace by:
1. Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture,
distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is
Prohibited in the grantee's workplace and specifying the actions that will be
taken against employees for violations for such prohibition-,
2. Establishing an ongoing drug-free awareness program to inform employees about-
(a) The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
(b) The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace;
(c) Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance
programs; and
(d) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuses
violations occurring in the workplace;
3. Making it a requirement that each employee to be engaged in the performance of
The grant be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph 1;
4. Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph 1 that, as a
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condition of employment under the grant, the employee will
(a) Abide by the terms of the statement; and
(b) Notifying the employer in writing of his or her conviction for a violation of
a criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace no later than five
calendar days after such conviction;
5. Notifying the agency in writing, within ten calendar days after receiving notice
under subparagraph 4(b)from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice
of such conviction. Employers of convicted employees must provide notice,
including position title, to every,grant officer or other Designee on whose grant
activity the convicted employee was working, unless the Federal agency has
designated a central point for the receipt of such notices. Notice shall include the
identification number(s) of each affected grant;
6. Taking one of the following actions; within 30 calendar days of receiving notice
under subparagraph 4 (b), with respect to any employee who is so convicted;
(a) Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and
including termination, consistent with the requirements of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or
(b) Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in drug abuse
assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a
Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement; or other appropriate
agency;
7. Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace through
implementation of paragraphs 1,2,3,4,5 and 6.
8. The grantee may insert in the space provided below the site(s)for the performance
of work done in connection with the specific grant;
Place of performance(street, address, city, county, state, zip code)
County Administration Building
651 Pine Street, 4th Floor North Wing
Martinez, Contra Costa County, California, 94553 �T
Check X if there are workplaces on file that are not identified here; and
Anti-Lobbying- To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief:
1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of it,
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to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of
any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an
employee of a Member of Congress in connections with the awarding of any
Federal contract, the making if any Federal grant, and the extension, continuation,
Renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or
cooperative agreement;
2. If any funds other that Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid
to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of
any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an
employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant,
loan, or cooperative agreement, it will complete and submit Standard Form-LL,
"Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions; and
3. It will require that the language of paragraph(1) of this certification be included in
the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontractors,
subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that
all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly; the jurisdiction is in
' compliance with restrictions on lobbying required by 24 CFR part 87, together
with disclosure forms, if required by that part.
Authority of Consortium - It possesses legal authority under State and local law(as applicable)
to make grant submissions and to execute a community development and housing program and
the jurisdiction's governing body has duly adopted or passed as an official act a resolution, motion
or similar action authorizing the person identified as the official representative of the Consortium
to submit the Consolidated Plan and amendments thereto and all understandings and assurances
contained therein, and directing and authorizing the person identified as the official representative
of the Consortium to act in connection with the submission of the Consolidated Plan and to
provide such additional information as may be required.
Consistency with Plan - The consortium certifies that the housing activities to be undertaken
with CDBG, HOME, ESG, and HOPWA funds are consistent with the strategic plan.
Acquisition and Relocation - The consortium certifies that it will comply with the acquisition
and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition
Policies Act of 1970, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4601), and implementing regulations as 49 CFR part
24.
Section 3 - The consortium certifies t t it will comply with Section 3 of the Housing and Urban
Development Act f 1968 ( 12 U, 1701 u), and implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 135.
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Community Development Block Grant Grantee Certifications
In accordance with the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, and
with 24 CFR 570.303 of the Community Development Block Grant regulations, the Entitlement
Community certifies that:
Citizen Participation - It is following a detailed citizen participation plan which:
1. Provides for and encourages citizen participation, with particular emphasis on
participation by persons of low and moderate income who are residents of slum
and blighted areas and of areas in which funds are proposed to be used, and
provides for participation of residents in low and moderate income neighborhoods
as defined by the local jurisdiction;
2. Provides citizens with reasonable and timely access to local meeting, information,
and records relating to the grantee's proposed use of funds, as required by the
regulations of the Secretary, and relating to the actual use of funds under the Act;
3. Provides for technical assistance to groups representative of persons of low and
moderate income that request such assistance in developing proposals with the
level and type assistance to be determined by the grantee;
4. Provides for public hearings to obtain citizens view and to respond to proposals
and questions at all stages of the community development program, including at
least the development of needs, the review of proposed activities, and review of
program performance, which hearings shall be held after adequate notice, at times
and locations convenient to potential or actual beneficiaries, and with
accommodations for the handicapped;
5. Provides for a timely written answer to written complaints and grievances, within
15 working days where practicable; and
6. Identifies how the needs of non-English speaking residents will be met in the case
of public hearings where significant number of non-English speaking residents can
be reasonable expected to participate;
Community Development Plan - It has developed a community development plan, that for the
period specified, identifies community development and housing needs and specifies both short
and long term community development objectives that have been developed in accordance with
the primary objectives of the statute authorizing the CDBG program, as described in 24 CFR part
570.
Consolidated Plan - It is following a current consolidated plan(or Comprehensive Housing
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Affordability Strategy) that has been approved by HUD.
Use of Funds - It has developed its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to
activities which benefit low and moderate income families or aid in the prevention or elimination
of slums or blight;
1. The plan may also include activities that are certified to be designed to meet other
community development needs having a particular urgency because.existing
conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the
community, and other financial resources are not available to meet such needs; the
aggregates use of CDBG funds, including section 108 guaranteed loans, during a
period specified by the jurisdiction, consisting of one, two, or three specific
consecutive years, shall principally benefit person of low and moderate income in a
manner that ensures that not less than 70 percent of the amount is expended for
activities that benefit such persons during such the designated period;
2. It will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted
with CDBG funds, including Section 108 loan guaranteed funds, by assessing any
amount against properties owned and occupied by persons of low and moderate
income, including any fee charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining
access to such public improvements. However, if CDBG funds are used to pay the
proportion of a fee or assessment attributable to the capital costs of such public
improvements (assisted in part with CDBG funds) financed from revenue sources,
an assessment or charge may be made against the property with respect to the
public improvements financed by a source other that CDBG funds. In addition,
with respect to properties owned and occupied by moderate-income (but not low
income) families, an assessment or charge may be made against the property with
respect to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds if
the jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG funds cover the assessment.
Excessive Force- It has adopted is enforcing:
1. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies
against within its jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil
rights demonstration; and
2. A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring
entrance to or exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-
violent civil rights demonstrations within its jurisdiction;
Anti-Discrimination - That the grant will be conducted and administered in conformity with the
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. §200d g"se ; and The Fair Housing Act (42
U.S.C. 3601-3619) and implementing regulations.
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Lead-Based Paint- Its notification, inspection, testing and abatement procedures concerning
lead-based paint will comply with §570.608.
Compliance with Laws - It will comply with other provisions of the Act and with other
applicable laws.
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors has duly adopted or passed as an official act a
resolution, motion or similar action authorizing the person identified as the official representative
of the grantee to submit the Action Plan and amendments thereto and all understanding and
accurances contained therein, and directing and authorizing the person identified as the official
representative of the Grantee to act in connection with the submission of the Action Plan to
provide such additional information as may be required.
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Emergency Shelter Grant Certifications
Contra Costa County certifies that it will comply with the following requirements:
(1) In the case of assistance involving major rehabilitation or conversion, Contra Costa
County will ensure the maintenance of any building for which assistance is used under the ESG
program as a shelter for homeless individuals and families for not less than a 10-year period;
(2) In the case of assistance involving.rehabilitation less than that covered under
paragraph (d)(1) of this section, Contra Costa County will ensure the maintenance of any building
for which assistance is used under the ESG program as a shelter for homeless individuals and
families for not less than a three-year period;
(3) In the case of assistance involving essential services (including, but not limited to
employment, health, drug abuse, or education) or maintenance, operation, insurance, utilities and
furnishings, Contra Costa County will ensure that the applicant will provide services or shelter to
homeless individuals and families for the period during which the ESG assistance is provided,
without,regard to a particular site or structure as long as the same general population is served;
(4) Contra Costa County will ensure that any renovation carried out with ESG assistance
shall be sufficient to ensure that the building involved is safe and sanitary;
(5) Contra Costa County will assist homeless individuals in obtaining appropriate
supportive services, including permanent housing, medical and mental health treatment,
counseling, supervision, and other services essential for achieving independent living, and other
Federal, State, local, and private assistance available for such individuals;
(6) Contra Costa County will obtain matching amounts as required under 576.71 of this title.
(7) Contra Costa County will develop and implement procedures to ensure the
confidentiality of records pertaining to any individual provided family violence prevention or
treatment services under any project assisted under the ESG program, including protection
against the release of the address or location of any family violence shelter project except with the
written authorization of the person responsible for the operation of that shelter.
(8) To the maximum extent practicable, Contra Costa County will involve, through
employment, volunteer services, or otherwise, homeless individuals and families in constructing,
renovating, maintaining, and operating facilities assisted under this program, in providing services
assisted under the program, and in providing services for occupants of facilities assisted under the
program; and
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HOME Investment Partnership Act Certifications
Contra Costa County, on behalf of the Contra Costa HOME Consortium, certifies that it will
comply with the following requirements:
(1) Contra Costa County will not use HOME funds for tenant-based rental assistance;
(2) Contra Costa County certifies that it is using and will use HOME funds for eligible
activities and costs, as described in 92.205 through 92.209 of this subtitle and that it is not using
and will not use HOME funds for prohibited activities, as described in 92.214 of this subtitle; and
(3) Before committing funds to a project, Contra Costa County will evaluate the project
in accordance with guidelines that it adopts for this purpose and will not invest any more HOME
funds in combination with other federal assistance than is necessary to provide affordable housing.
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ACTION PLAN
APPENDIX
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Contra Costa County .
Action Plan
Appendix
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HOME Investment Partnership Act:First-Tune Homebuyees Program AP-1
Affirmative Marketing Procedures AP-4
Minority and Women's Business Outreach Program AP-7
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP ACT
First-Time Homebuyer's Program
The Contra Costa HOME Consortium has established a priority for the use of HOME funds to
increase homeownership opportunities for very-low and low-income households in the Consortium
area. Programs and projects which will be considered for funding under this component of the
HOME Program include:
• first-time homebuyer assistance in connection with new housing developments to ensure that
a portion of the units will be affordable to and occupied by low-income households; and
• projects designed to increase neighborhood stability and improve the quality of housing
through an increased incidence of homeownership in an identified target area.
In the latter case,the total financing package for the project may include funds for rehabilitation as
well as acquisition of the residence.
All households receiving assistance under this component of the HOME Program must be first-time
homebuyers' with household incomes at/below 80 percent of area median income. All assisted
households must agree to occupy the acquired unit as their principle place of residence throughout
the loan period;no temporary subleases will be permitted. In addition, federal regulations require that
the appraised value of units acquired with HOME funds must not exceed 95 percent of the median
purchase price of housing in Contra Costa County(currently$213,100).
The County as the Consortium Representative will provide first-time homebuyer assistance using
HOME funds in the form of a deferred second,mortgage designed to fill the gap between the purchase
price of the home and the amount the buyer can afford based on household income. Specifically,the
amount of the HOME second loan will equal the purchase price of the unit minus the sum of the first
mortgage,the homeowner's downpaymene, and any other sources of available subsidy. In this way,
the County will provide just enough subsidy to make the home affordable to the low-income buyer.
All HOME loans will be secured by a promissory note and deed of trust specifying affordability and
resale requirements.
The County will consider applications for first-time homebuyer programs and projects which are
consistent with the above requirements and employ one of the following approaches:
1 The following types of households may also qualify for assistance even if they are not first-time homebuyers:
a single parent with custody of one or more minor children;a displaced homemaker,the owner of a home which does not
meet local codes and cannot be brought into compliance for less than the cost of new construction;or the owner of a
manufactured home which is not affixed to a permanent foundation.
2 Homebuyers will be required to provide a minimum downpayment of 5 percent. Higher downpayments will be
encouraged. Downpayment may be in the form of sweat equity or grants or gifts from other sources.
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1. a shared equity loan program designed to recapture the HOME subsidy upon sale or
transfer of the property; or
2. a silent second loan program with resale restrictions to ensure acquisition of the unit
by another qualified homebuyer.
Both programs must fully comply with the previously described Consortium requirements and all
applicable HOME Program regulations(24 CFR Part 92.254)concerning resale requirements.
These two approaches are described in more detail in the following.
Shared_Equity an Pro rg n. Under this approach, HOME funds may be used to provide silent
second loans to qualified low-income first-time homebuyers. HOME loans may be for up to 30 years.
Upon resale, the homebuyer must repay the County the amount of the second plus a share in the
appreciation ofthe unit. Unit appreciation is defined as the difference between the original acquisition
price and the resale price. The County's share of the appreciation or"equity share" will equal the
amount of the HOME second loan divided by the original acquisition price. All remaining
appreciation accrues to the seller.
For example, assume a first-time homebuyer acquires a home priced.at$100,000 with the following
financing: -
a. homeowner downpayment of$5,000;
b. first mortgage of$75;000; and
C. HOME silent second in the amount of$20,000.
The County's equity share upon resale is equal to 20 percent of the appreciation in the unit($20,000
divided by$100,000).. Assume the owner sells the unit in five years for$110,000, resulting in a total
appreciation in value of$10,000. Upon resale,the owner must repay the HOME loan($20,000)plus
the Consortium's share of the appreciation realized on the unit(20 percent or$2,000). After paying
off the first mortgage, the owner receives the value of his original investment(downpayment plus
principle paydown) and all remaining appreciation ($8,000 in the example)s In no case will the
original buyer receive less than the amount of his investment in a resale situation. In the event that
the unit does not appreciate,the County will receive only the amount of the silent second($20,000)
upon resale. If the unit depreciates in value and the homeowner has adequately maintained the unit,
the County will consider reducing the silent second loan repayment in order to ensure that the owner
receives the full amount of his investment.
All first-time homebuyer loans repaid within the following time periods will be used to provide
additional first-time homebuyer assistance through the Consortium's HOME Program: 20 years for
sIf a first-time homebuyer undertakes significant capital improvements on a unit acquired with HOME fiords,
appreciation upon resale will equal the resale price minus the original acquisition price minus the value of the improvements.
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loans made to acquire newly constructed units; and 15 years for loans made to acquire resale units.
Loans repaid following these time periods will be deposited as program income in the Consortium's
HOME Program Trust account and will be available for future HOME-eligible activities.
Silent Second Loan Prow-amwithResale Restrictions. Under this approach,HOME funds may be
used to provide silent seconds to low-income first-time homebuyers who meet all the requirements
previously specified. Depending on,financial need and the specific objectives of the program or
project, loans may be zero or low-interest with a term of up to 30 years: In addition, units purchased
with assistance through this program component must be maintained as a part of the affordable
housing stock for the following minimum time periods: 20 years for newly constructed units; 15
years.for existing units. Affordability will be maintained through the following resale restrictions
which must be incorporated into the loan documents securing the HOME funds:
1. County as Consortium Representative retains right of first refusal to acquire unit in resale
situation.
2. Sales price to equal the lesser of the current appraised value or the original acquisition price
(plus the value of any capital improvements)*times the change in area median income which
has occu ted during the period of ownership. This approach maintains the integrity of the
household's original investment in the unit and represents a fair return,.
3. Upon sale to a qualified household,the fust buyer must repay the amount of the silent second
plus accrued interest,if any. The County will consider first-time homebuyer programs which
forgive the interest after expiration of the minimum required period of affordability(e.g., 20
years for new construction).
In a resale situation,the County will work with homeowners to identify HOME-eligible purchasers
to acquire the assisted units. It is the County's intention to develop and maintain a list of prequalified
low-income households interested in purchasing HOME-assisted units at an affordable price. While
the County will not require the second purchaser to be a first-time homebuyer, priority will be
assigned to low-income households in this category.
During the period of required affordability, the unit will be maintained as affordable to households
earning 75 percent of area median income. In order to ensure continued affordability, the County
will either roll the silent second issued to the first buyer over to the new purchaser, or issue a new
silent second with the same terms and conditions. If additional HOME funds are required to maintain
affordability, the second buyer will be required to be a first-time homebuyer and a new period of
affordability will be initiated.
4 Payment of principle,intent,takes and insurance(P1TI)will not eaweed 30 percent of the gross monthly income
of a household earning 75 percent of AMI with the following exception PITI equal to 30 percent of actual gross monthly
income for HOMFreligible households earning from 75 to 80 percent of AN will be considered to be affordable.
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AFFIRMATIVE MARKETING PROCEDURES
The objective of affirmative marketing within the context of the HOME, CDBG, HOPWA and ESG
Programs is to promote equal access to housing by all groups within the relevant market area. In
order to accomplish this objective in accordance with federal regulations, the County has adopted the
following policies and measures:
1. Methods for informing the public, owners, and potential tenants about the HOME. CDBG
HOPWA and ESG Programs.federal fair housing laws, and the County's affirmative marketing
op lice. Information concerning the availability of funding, housing opportunities, and fair
housing and affirmative marketing requirements will be distributed to: the general public;all
jurisdictions and housing agencies located in the County; nonprofit and for-profit owners and
developers of affordable housing, and minority and public interest groups representing the
County's disadvantaged populations. Methods of distribution will include:
a. Press releases to the local news media.
b. Preparation and distribution of informational brochures describing the HOME, CDBG,
HOPWA, and ESG Programs, including fair housing and affirmative marketing
requirements and displaying the Equal Housing Opportunity logotype.
C. Meetings and workshops with potential applicants for funds (e.g., cities, developers,
current operators and owners of affordable housing).
d. Meetings and workshops with representatives of minority and other disadvantaged
groups in Contra Costa County, including the NAACP, United Council of Spanish
Speaking Organizations,Farmworker Housing Task Force, Pacific Community Services,
Contra Costa Legal Services Foundation, North Richmond Neighborhood House,
Housing Alliance, and the Chinese American Political Association.
e. The County will maintain records concerning the above activities, including copies of
press releases, affirmative marketing materials distributed, and workshops and meetings
held with the above groups and organizations.
2. Requirements and practices owners of assisted housing must adhere to in order to carry out the
CgpWs affirmative marketing procedures and requirements. The County will require owners
of federally-assisted housing to comply with federal fair housing law and employ the following
affirmative marketing activities:
a. Advertise the availability of assisted units on an equal opportunity basis in local
newspapers and community newsletters, such as those published by minority groups,
neighborhood churches, public service organizations, etc.; and on bulletin boards in
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community gathering spots(e.g., community center, church, supermarket, laundromat,
fair housing/housing counseling agency, and employment office).
b. Contact appropriate neighborhood and community organizations and representatives of
minority and other disadvantaged groups to solicit tenants and provide information about
the availability of the assisted units on an equal opportunity basis.
C. Display the Equal Housing Opportunity logo at the project location and in all
advertisements pertaining to assisted units.
3. Special outreach procedures to be used by owners of assisted units to solicit applications from
hard-to-reach populations who may not otherwise apply for residence in these units.
a. In conducting the advertising and outreach activities described in 2.a and b above,
owners of assisted units will be required to solicit the cooperation of appropriate
organizations in the relevant market area in identifying hard-to-reach populations and
informing prospective tenants from these groups of the availability of the units on an
equal opportunity basis. Organizations which may be particularly effective in this effort
include community churches, social service organizations, housing and homeless service
providers,and minority and senior citizen groups. As appropriate, owners may request
organizations to assist in distributing marketing information conceming the availability
of rental units through newsletters, group meetings, and organization and community
bulletin boards.
b. Again,all advertisements,workshops,meetings and notices conceming the assisted-units
will emphasize that the units are available on an equal opportunity basis.
4. Recordkeepin„g requirements. The County will require recipients of federal funds to keep
records concerning affirmative marketing activities. These records must include copies of
advertisements placed in newspapers/newsletters and on local bulletin boards, as well as lists
of community groups and organizations contacted to solicit tenants. Recipients will also be
required to keep information on relevant tenant characteristics,.including ethnic composition,
income, household size, and age and sex of head of household.
S. Assessment of affirmative marketing activities. The County will require the information
compiled in 4 above to be reported annually as a component of the project monitoring process.
Affirmative marketing activities will be evaluated to ensure that an adequate level of activity
is maintained. Tenant characteristics will be compared with population characteristics in the
market area as a further indicator of the effectiveness of the affirmative marketing program and
the absence of disc�ation. Where discrepancies exist,the County will work with the project
owner to determine whether additional affirmative marketing measures are required.
Requirements concerning affirmative marketing and fair housing compliance will be
incorporated in contract and loan agreements for all assisted projects. The County will
document any complaints received concerning a project recipient's failure to abide by all fair
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housing and equal opportunity laws. All such complaints will be carefully evaluated to
determine their validity. In the event that a violation is identified, the County will inform the
recipient and take appropriate action to ensure that the situation is corrected.
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MINORITY AND WOMEN'S BUSINESS OUTREACH PROGRAM
It is the policy of the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors that Minority-owned Business
Enterprises (MBEs) and Women-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs)5 shall have the maximum
opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts and projects funded through the HOME,
CDBG,HOPWA and ESG Programs. Services provided under such contracts may include, but are
not necessarily limited to: real estate; construction; appraisal; property management; lending;
investment banking;underwriting; accounting and legal representation and advice.
1. In order to implement this policy within the context of federally-funded programs, affirmative
marketing procedures will be employed by the County Community Development Department
to ensure that appropriate MBE/WBEs are notified of the availability of HOME funds and
potential contracting opportunities. These procedures include the following:
a. Maintenance of a list of eligible Minority and Women-owned Businesses for use by the
Consortium and prime contractors for funded projects. This list is currently available
through the Contra Costa Community Development Department and the County
Administrator's Office(Affirmative Action Officer).
b. Development of informational brochures and promotional materials describing the
HOME, CDBG,HOPWA and ESG programs and potential contracting opportunities for
MBEJWBE participation in projects. These materials will be distributed through mailings
and meetings with appropriate groups as indicated in Lc and d (following).
C. Mailings to appropriate categories of MBE/WBEs (e.g., real estate firms, architects,
engineers,building contractors, property management) and published advertisements in
local newspapers to ensure broad distribution of information concerning the availability
of federal funds and potential contracting opportunities.
d. Distribution of information concerning the HOME, CDBG, HOPWA and ESG programs
and potential contracting opportunities through meetings and other contacts with local
resource organizations currently employed by the County in soliciting MBE/WBE
participation in County projects. These organizations include, but are not limited to the
following: Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Contra Costa County,Hispanic Chamber
of Commerce of Contra Costa County;National Association of Minority Contractors-
Northem California; San Francisco/Oakland Minority Business Development Center,
Chinese American Chamber of Commerce; and the Coalition of Bay Area Women
s An eligible MBE is a business entity at least 51%owned and whose management and daily business operations
are controlled by one or more minorities who are citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States and a member
of a recognized racial or ethnic group(Black,Hispanic,Asian or Pacific Islander,American Indian or Alaskan Native).
Similarly,an eligible WBE is a business entity at least 51%owned and whose management and daily business operations
are controlled by one or more women who are citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States.
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Owned Businesses. In addition, information concerning the HOME Program will be
distributed through MBE/WBE job fairs currently sponsored by the County.
e. Where economically feasible,total project requirements will be divided into smaller tasks
or quantities to permit maximum participation by MBE/WBEs. In addition,the County
will endeavor to establish delivery schedules for projects which encourage MBEMBE
participation.
f As appropriate,use the services and assistance of the Small Business Administration and
Minority Business Development Agency of the Department of Commerce.
2. In addition to the above measures,the Consortium will also require prime contractors receiving
funds under the HOME, CDBG, HOPWA and ESG programs to solicit and use qualified
MBE/WBEs for subcontract services wherever feasible. All project contracts will contain a
clause requiring contractors to employ measures similar to those described in Lb through e
above and notify applicable MBE/WBE firms of available subcontracting opportunities. To
facilitate this effort, the County will make its list of WBE/MBEs available for use by prime
contractors.
3. The Community Development Department will maintain centralized records concerning the use
and participation of MBE/WBEs.as contractors and subcontractors on all funded projects. In
addition to information on WBElMBEs which contract directly with the Consortium for
purposes of the specified programs, the Department will require all subrecipients to maintain
records and report annually on the participation of MBE/WBEs as subcontractors on projects.
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF CONTRA COSTA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
Adopted this Order on March 5. 19% by the following vote:
AYES: SEE BELOW
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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SUBJECT: Recommendations of The Family and Human Services
Committee, Finance Committee, Economic Development
Committee and the Affordable Housing Finance Committee
on the 1996-97 Community Development Block Grant
Program and HOME Investment Partnership Act Funding
Allocations.
This is the time heretofore noticed for hearing on the
recommendations of the Family and Human Services Committee,
Finance Committee, Economic Development Committee and the
Affordable Housing Finance Committee on the 1996-97 Community
Development Block Grant Program and HOME Investment Partnership
Act Funding Allocations.
Due to confusion in the scheduling of this item, at 10 :35
a.m. , the Board of Supervisors advised that the hearing would be
continued to 2 : 00 p.m. on this date but that testimony would be
taken at this time . The following persons appeared to testify:
Al Simmons, no card submitted, and John Gonzales, Box 369,
Knightsen, representing the Knightsen Town Advisory Council . A
card containing written comments was presented by Mary Rosas,
1818 Elkwood Drive.
At 2 : 00 p.m. , no one appearing to testify and there not
being a quorum of the Board of Supervisors present, the Clerk of
the Board continued the above hearing to Tuesday, March 12, 1996,
at 1.0 :30 a.m. , in the Board of Supervisors Chambers .
I hereby certify that this M a true and Correct copy of
an action taken and entered on the minutes of the
Board of Supervisors on t e date shown.
ATTESTED. — LV11-II
PHIL BAT HELOR,Cleric ClIf the Board
Supervisors and County mi istrator
cc: Community Development By v .oeauty
County Counsel
County Administrator
�%F 1 E D sc9 MT.DIABLO UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
GREGORY GARDENS ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
200 Harriet Drive
Pleasant Hill,California 94523-2299
(510)827-3770
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OFFICE OF
THE PRINCIPAL
February 27, 1996
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: Contra Costa County Board of S},�pervisors
FROM: Robert Corritone, Principal �_
RE: "OPEN CATEGORY" of the Community Development Block
Grant Program - Application by Friends of Rogers
Ranch
I am writing in support of the grant request by Friends of Rogers
Ranch to assist with handicapped access, toilets and I doors . I
support this application totally.
As an educator, I have been associated with the Rogers Ranch
project for eight years . This association comes from the fact
that I feel it is a definite asset to the community and also the
education of children. Students who have been involved with
activities at Rogers Ranch have benefitted greatly and on many
levels from this living history resource .
Every year that Rodgers Ranch remains closed is another year in
which thousands of children and adults lose access to learning
and knowledge about our local heritage . The potential is there,
if/when the facility opens, for all of Contra Costa County to
benefit from this unique resource.
Handicapped access is one of the pieces necessary for operation.
Each year, the number of physically handicapped children in the
schools increases . This is due to finding the least restrictive
environment for children. At Gregory Gardens, we have a number
of students who use walkers or wheelchairs .
Again, I totally support the Rodgers Ranch grant application.
Rodgers Ranch is a. project that can benefit all of Contra Costa
County.
Thank you for your consideration.
RC:kc
AN EQUAL OPPOR7UNnY/AFFLRM4TLVE ACIYON EMPLOYER
SENIOR
March 11, 1996
LEGAL
SERVICES
BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jeff Smith, Chair, Supervisor District 2
Charles Atterbury Jim Rogers, Supervisor District 1
Jacob R.Adams
Abraham Amador Gayle Bishop, Supervisor District 3
KageSD";z Tom Torlakson, Supervisor District 5
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Linda Fitzpatrick Mark de Saulner, Supervisor District 4
Steven H.Henderson
Ronni Jackl
William H.Johnson,Jr.,M.D. Dear Chairperson Smith, Members of the Board:
Mary Lou Loubscher
Eileen Lynch
John Milgate "The First Thin We Do Let's Kill All the Lawyers!"
Grant Opperman
g N3'
Geoffrey L.Robinson
Terry Russ
This line from Shakespeare is often quoted. What's seldom stated is its
Mian William P.BOARD B W Baker context. The plan is part of a larger scheme "inspired with the spirit of
Representative,10th District putting down kings and princes", where anyone who can write even his own
United States Congress
Hon.George Miller name is labeled "a villain and a traitor". (King Henry VI, Part 11, Act IV,
ReprUnite States Conth gress
Scene 2, Lines 30-103). To pursue such a course in our society it would not
United States Congress
Hon.Daniel E.Boatwright be necessary that you literally kill the lawyers; you could just stop funding the
Senator,71h District
California state Senate legal programs that serve the most needy.
Hon.John T.Knox,Esq.
Speaker(retired)
California Slate Assembly Senior Legal Services is a non-profit organization providing no-cost
The Beach Boys
Mike lave legal services to seniors. Many of the services we provide are not available
A)Jardine from any other organization in Contra Costa County. We have found most
Bruce Johnston
Billy Hinsche seniors receptive to training and to legal services which enable them to avoid
Cplasin�,'Americo' physical and financial abuse. We believe this is because the need for such
Mr.&Mrs.Ken Behring services is so great. The elderly are particularly vulnerable because of their
Hon.Colleen Coll
Mr.Clark Colvis increased dependence on others in meeting their basic needs.
Mrs.Undo Garaventa Colvis
Mr.&Mrs.Silvio Garavenla,Jr.
Mrs.Joan Giammona Accordingly, we proposed a specific outreach to seniors County-wide
Mrs.Mary Lou Helix
Mr.&Mrs.Ken Hofmann through the County's CDBG funds. We estimate that over 110,000 Contra
The Hofmann Company Costa County residents are over the age of sixty. While many of these
Eloise J.HonneN
Harriet Johnston residents remain actively involved in the community, many others are
Mrs.Margaret L Lester subjected to threats, isolation, and abuse. Help us continue to protect our
Chairman of the Board p
LesherCommunications,Inc. seniors. Please grant at least $10,000 of the requested funds to Senior Legal
Tony LoRussa
Manager,Oakland A's Services; this would maintain the County's CDBG funding to our
Jacqueline Love organization. We provide key services to some of this County's most frail and
Steven J.Rivera
President,Diablo Publications needy citizens. Don't kill their lawyers!
Mr.&Mrs.Ramey Seers
John Stamos
Actor
Beverly Summers ely,
Bob Summers
Mr.&Mrs.Barry Taylor
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR/ John ilgate
DIRECTING ATTORNEY
Fred Cap" rd President
JM:dts
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A PRIVATE NON-PROFIT CORPORATION SERVING ALL CONTRA COSTA COUNTY RESIDENTS AGE 60 AND OVER
POST OFFICE BOX 1029•RICHMOND,CA 9AS01•(510)374-3712•FAX(510)374-3705
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VIA FACSIMILE
Hon, James ltd, Rogers
Supervisor
Contra Costa County
100 37th Street, No, 270
Wc:hmond, CSA 94805
C.:Dt3A Funding for Clclntxa Costa Senior L !gal ;services
Meeting of,Nfarch 5, 1996
Dw Supervisor Rogers:
I am a,resident of Contra Costa County and a member of the Board of
Dlrec.ors of Contra Costa Senior Legal Smieos, I understand Haat Scarf hwi recommended
against providing CDBGt;funds to our organization when the matter comes up, at this r
Tuesday's matting. I -write to urge you to vote in favor of such funding.
Senior Legal Serviccs provides tree legal advice and mpresetttation to elderly
residents of the County, with an emphasis on seniors who are in the Vwcst social and
coonomic need, Its most urgent objeLtiv'e is to resolve lql problerns chat are adversely
afTwing basic needs of the elderly such as food; shell r, h,�alth care, arid.the nsy c;holaglcal
problcra.s n,sociated with advancing age. it is a small but exrreracly effective organization.
which, through its own staff attomey and paralegals and the generous vo;z,uitecr help of pro
bona attomu,ys, has semed over 6,000 elderly Contra Pasta resident's$itwe 1987.
1•o cur icnovvledgc, Senior Legal Services is the orily non-Prnf.'tt legal
orsaruzstior,, in Centra Costa County that !•epr,esenros soniors at no c11,uge in t11e follovviii.
1, Tennporar�� a�':�tr,;itlin orders ; G�,.i.nst' ll�l,:si ti e ,ar z yrs
or fairkily membor. );
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Wd±n�' Crrek, Geliiornia 3�5S6-1Zr9 '.o� F,r,�e�as �`dash;npw^. lr,C.
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Honorable James Rogers
Board of Supervisors
March 4, 1996
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2, Hot-no equity fraud;
3. Fighting evictions from long-term care faclliti� s or uthwr
residences;
4. PlarmInS for long-term care (allowing the at-home
spouse. to remain In the horrio);
S. Financial abuse of a senior;
b. Preparation of Durable Powers 1•f Attonwy; and
7, Bankruptcy.
Plea,sc 1101p us "Intinuc to PA-Ovide thesc Vital service% tv the Vrvvying c1dorly
population of the County by voting To restore CDBG ftmding to Senior Lejal Services at
torrtorroWss rtioeting. I deeply apprecia:p, Y•cur support.
Very truiy, yours,
treoff'.rey L,. Robinson
55DER HOUSE PREDENWIGH
A Consortium Serving Alameda and Contra Costa Counties
March 9, 1996
Hon. Jeff Smith Chair
Board of Supervisors
Contra Costa County
651 Pine St.
Martinez, CA 94553
Dear Dr, Smith:
I serve as Executive Director of Elder Abuse Prevention, which represents
a consortium of agencues in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties whose
mission is to prevent elder abuse. I am also proud to state that I serve on
the Board of Senior Legal Services, whose work, I feel, is critical to
maintaining the frail elderly of our community free from the consequences
of financial exploitation.
Financial abuse is described as the "crime of the nineties", and is at
near-epidemic proportions in many of the areas we serve. Senior Legal
Services in the ONLY non-profit agency in Contra Costa County which
offers a legal response to isssues such as home equity fraud and the need
to file a restraining order to prevent the abusive caregiver or family
member from physical abuse or financial exploitation.
In Alameda County, where we also offer services, the County Board of
Supervisors recognized the value of such non-profit legal services in their
award of CDBG funds to a sister organization, I ask that you take similar
action, in restoring the requested amount of CDBG funding to Senior Legal
Services.
Sincerely,
Kathleen J. Dorosz:
Executive Director
cc: Members, Board of Supervisors
Walter Bank, Director, SLS
1015 Nevin Ave. #102, Richmond, CA 04801 510 233-3427 510 834-4401
FROM : ELDER ABUSE PREVENTION PHONE NO. :
Mar. 11 1996 03:37PM P2
EMIR 11BUSE PREDENNION
A Consortium Serving Alameda and Contra Costa Counties
March 9, 1996
Hon. Jeff Smith, Chair
Board of Supervisors
Contra Costa County
651 Pine St.
Martinez, CA 94553
Dear Dr. .Smith:
I serve as Executive Director of Elder Abuse Prevention, which represents
a consortium of agencues in Alameda and Contra Costa Counties whose
mission is to prevent elder abuse. I am also proud to state that I serve on
the Board of Senior Legal Services, whose work, I feel, is critical to
maintaining the frail elderly of our community free from the consequences,
of financial exploitation.
Financial abuse is described as the "crime of the nineties", and is at
near-epidemic proportions in many of the areas we serve. Senior Legal
Services in the ONLY non-profit agency in Contra Costa County which
offers a legal response to isssues such as home equity fraud and the need
to file a restraining order to prevent the abusive caregiver or family
member from physical abuse or financial exploitation.
In Alameda County, where we also offer services, the County Board of
Supervisors recognized the value of such non-profit legal services in their
award of CD8G funds to a sister organization, I ask that you take similar
action, in restoring the requested amount of CDBG funding to Senior Legal
Services.
Sincerely,
Kathleen J. Dorosz
Executive Director
cc: Members, Board of Supervisors
Walter Bank, Director, SLS
1015 Nevin Ave. #102, Richmond, CA 94,601 510 233-9427 510 834-44-01
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Friends of Rodgers Ranch
Fo sox 233s1 • Pleasant Hill,cw a 94523
March 1 , 1996
To The Board of Supervisors of Contra Costa County
Dear Supervisor:
Last year Friends of Rodgers Ranch (FORK) applied for a 1996- ' 97
CDBG, Open Catagory, to assist in renovating the Rodgers ' house and
barn (both built c . 1867) . The ranch, located at 315 Cortsen Road,
is a 2 . 1 acre - heritage park, a property of the Pleasant Hill
Recreation and Park District . Friends of Rodgers Ranch is an all-
volunteer non-profit 501 (c3 ) organization, responsible for the
restoration of the ranch and providing appropiate programs at the
site for the public .
The grant application is asking for $8 , 032 to provide for
handicapped facilities to access the two buildings as well as
providing interior doors , toilet facilities , and a barn ramp.
We were disappointed that the staff recommended no funds be
allotted for this service. The toilet facilities will be used by
the public as well as the handicapped.
FORR feels it is important that you be aware of the Rodgers Ranch
project and its unique contribution to the surrounding communities
as well as the County at large. We are proud that it is listed on
the National Register of Historic Places and supported by the
National Trust for Historic Preservation. FORR has accepted the
responibility to save this ranch because it is a unique historic
resource worthy to be preserved for present and future generations .
We do need help from many sources , including the County.
The hands-on, living history program for children has been very
successful . . . even with very limited facilities . Elementary school
classes are required to include local and California history in the
curriculum. Rodgers Ranch is an excellent resource that will be
available to all students in the County.
The location and lay-out of the ranch blends beautifully with the
needs of all physically handicapped. Located in the center of the
County makes it convenient to large numbers of residents .
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FORR aims to reach its goal ($20, 000 needed) so that restoration
can begin by this coming summer . Support from the county helps to
generate funds from other sources.
What is more basic to a community property than restrooms? They
are not only fundamental to the handicapped but are vital to the
very use of the property.
Please reconsider our request . Thank you for your attention.
Sincerely,
Ellen Stevahn
Vice-President, Resource Development
Friends of Rodgers Ranch
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• The satisfaction of knowing you are Financial support through tax-
a part of California's preservation deductible memberships, cash
community donations and memorial gifts
• FORR Newsletter, the Fence Post • Donation of time,materials and
services for restoring the house, barn,
• Invitations to special events and and grounds
activities
• Becoming a docent for the Summer
• The excitement of joining others in Roundup program and on-going living
this unique preservation project history presentations in schools and
the community
• The knowledge that our children
will gain a sense of historical • Helping with fundraisers and special
heritage events
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securing grant monies
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One of Caffornials Historic Sites is being restored as a Living History Center
Past
In 1868,Patrick and Mary Ann Rodgers moved with their children
from the gold fields of California to the ranch in Contra Costa County.
" They grew wheat and other crops,were active in community affairs,
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promoted public education and supported their church. The house and
barn have remained virtually unchanged since 1900.
The Rodgers Ranch land was sold in 1986 for residential develop-
ment. Community groups and concerned indivivals,working with
Pleasant Hill Recreation&Park District and the City of Pleasant
Hill, saved 2.1 acres of the property where the house and barn are
Patrick and Mary Ann edgers located.The Site was accepted on the National Register of Historic
Places in 1991. Its preservation is funded in part by a grant from the
National Trust for Historic Preservation.
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The Friends of Rodgers Ranch(FORR)is a non-profit tax-exempt
organization working in partnership with the Pleasant Hill Recreation
and Park District.The goals are to support and maintain the restoration
and preservation of the Site and to conduct related intergenerational
educational programs on the Site and in the schools.
FORR is committed to:
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Seeking funds,donations of goods and services
• Developing volunteer programs for education and restoration
• Coordinating projects and special events
Restoration of the house and barn has begun following the phased
preservation plan developed by a historical architect.
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- Portrayals of early California pioneers and their contribution
to history
• Activities in ecology, living history, literature, drama, art,
and heritage farming and gardening
Historic research,preservation and heritage study
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• Displays of early day farm tools and equipment
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Department County
Administration Building
651 Pine Street FAL
4th Floor, North Wing /.
Martinez, California 945530095
Phone: (510)335-1260
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February 22, 1995
TO ALL INTERESTED PARTIES:
Enclosed is a copy of the funding recommendations of the Finance Committee of the Board of
Supervisors for 1996/97 Community Development-Block Grant Funds for the OPEN Category.
Also enclosed is a notice of the public hearing to be held Tuesday,March 5, 1996 at 2:00 p.m. in
the County Administration Building, 651 Pine Street, Martinez, CA
If you have any questions please call Randy Slusher at (510) 335-1259 or me at(510) 335-1260
(new numbers) .
Sincerely,
Belinda T. Smith
CDBG Program Manager
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE
CONTRA COSTA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Notice is hereby given that on Tuesday, March 5, 1996 , at 2:00 p.m. in Room 107, of the County
Administration Building, 651 Pine Street(corner of Pine and Escobar Streets), Martinez,
California, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors will be considering the following
matter:
Recommendations on the FY 1996/97Action Plan and the projected use of Community
Development Block Grant funds (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Act
(HOME)funds. The Contra Costa Action Plan also includes a discussion of allocation
strategies for funds received through federal Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS
(HOPWA) and Emergency Shelter Grant(ESG) programs.
Contra Costa County is an Urban County in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development's Community Block Grant Program. The Urban County includes all unincorporated
areas of the County, plus the cities of Brentwood, Clayton, Danville,El Cerrito, Hercules,
Lafayette, Martinez, Moraga, Orinda, Pinole, Pleasant Dill, San Pablo, and San Ramon.
Contra Costa County is the Consortium representative for the Contra Costa HOME Consortium,
which includes all of Contra Costa County with the exception.of the City of Richmond. In.
accordance with the requirements of Title 1 of the National Affordable Hosuing Act, on behalf of
the Consortium, the County receives and allocates HOME Investment Partnership Act funds.
Copies of the FY 1996/97 Action Plan are available for review during normal business hours in
the Office of Housing and Community Development, 651 Pine Street, 5th Floor, North Wing,
Martinez CA. A notice of the availability of the Action Plan and Notice of Public Hearing were
published in the Contra Costa Times on Monday, February 5, 1996.
Interested parties are encouraged to send comments on the Action Plan. Written comment should
be submitted to the Community Development Department, 651 Pine Street, 4th Floor North
Wing, Martinez, CA 94553 by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, March 1, 1995. This facility is accessible to
the mobility impaired. If you have any comments or questions, call Belinda Smith, Community
Development Block Grant, Program Manager, at (510) 335-1260, or Kathleen Hamm, HOME
Program Manager at(510) 335-1257. Telecommunications device for the deaf may be accessed
by calling 1-800-735-2929 and asking the Relay Service Operator for(510) 646-4208-
Date: February 5, 1996
Phil Batchelor, Clerk of the
Board of Supervisors and
County Ad nistrator
By
Ann ervelli, Deputy Clerk
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FY 1996/97 Action Plan- Contra Cost County
Table of Contents
I. FY 1996/97 ACTION PLAN- CONTRA COSTA COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
A. Affordable Housing Strategy Implementation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
A.1 Priority: Strategies to Maintain the Affordable Housing Stock . . . . . . . . 2
A.Li Rental Rehabilitation Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
A.l.ii Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
A.l.iii Additional Rehabilitation Programs and Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
A Liv Preservation Efforts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
A.2 Priority: Strategies and Plans to Increase the Supply of Affordable
Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
A.21 Rental Housing Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
A-2.ii Homeownership Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
A.3 Priority: Strategies and Plans to Improve Housing Affordability . . . . . . . 9
A.4 Priority: Housing Strategies and Plans to Assist Special Needs Populations
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
A.4.i. Senior Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
A.4.ii. Housing for Mentally and/or Physically Disabled Persons . . . . . . 12
A.4.iii Housing for HIV/AIDS Population . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
A.4.iv Battered Women and Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
A.4.v Recovering Substance Abusers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
A.4.vi Large Families . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
A.5 Priority: Housing Strategies and Plans to Assist Homeless Populations
. . . . . 14
A.5.i Emergency and Transitional Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
A.5.ii Prevention of Homelessness and Transition to Permanent Housing
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
A.6 Fair Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
B. Public Housing Strategy Implementation and Resident Initiatives . . . . . 18
B.1 Housing Authority of Contra Costa County(HACCC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
B.2 San Pablo Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
C. Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
D. Anti-Poverty Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
E. Institutional Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
F. Coordination Efforts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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G. Additional Public Policies to Remove Barriers and Obstacles to the Provision of
Affordable Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
H. Anticipated Resources and Plan for Investment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
H.1 Resources for Development of Affordable Housing and Homeless Shelters
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
H.Li Contra Costa Consortium FY 1996/97 HOME Investment
Partnership Act Funds : . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
H.l.ii. Contra Costa County:Community Development Block Grant Funds
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H.Liii Contra Costa Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Funds
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ... . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
H.Liv Contra Costa County Emergency Shelter Grant Funds . . . . . . . . 29
H.Lv Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency Funds . . . . . . . . . 29
I. Number of Households to be Assisted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
J. FY 1996/97 Action Plan for CDBG Funds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
J.1 Sources of Funds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
J.2 Recommended Allocations . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
J.3 Quantitative Accomplishments by Activity.Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
K. Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
K.1 Housing Projects and Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
K.2 Non-Housing Community Development Projects and Programs . . . . . . 62
II. SUMMARY OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND CITIZEN COMMENTS . . . . . . . 62
III. CERTIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Consolidated Plan-Certifications . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . .I. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65
Community Development Block Grant Grantee Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
Emergency Shelter Grant Certifications . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
HOME Investment Partnership Act Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
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I. FY 1996/97 ACTION PLAN- CONTRA COSTA COUNTY'
During the ensuing one-year period, the County anticipates the following housing and community
development activities will be undertaken to address those needs identified in the Housing and
Community Development Needs Assessment :
A Affordable Housing Strategy Implementation
During FY 1996/97, the County will continue to emphasize programs and activities to:
• Maintain and rehabilitate the existing affordable housing stock;
• Provide additional units through new construction;
• Increase access to affordable housing for extremely-low, very-low, and low -income
households through homeownership and rental subsidy programs;
• Increase housing opportunities for the Urban County's special needs populations;
• Provide emergency and transitional housing with appropriate support services for
homeless populations; and
'The Action Plan must include the following:Standard Form 424(91.220(a));description of the activities the
jurisdiction will undertake during the next year to address priority needs in terms of local objectives that were identified
in the Five-Year Strategy. This description shall identify the specific local objectives that will be addressed by the
activities using formula grant funds and program income the jurisdiction expects to receive during the program year,
proposed accomplishments,and a target date forthe completion of the activity(91.220(c)). Action Plan must also
include actions jurisdiction plans to take during the next year to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs,foster
and maintain affordable housing,remove barriers to affordable housing,evaluate and reduce lead-based hazards,reduce
the number of poverty-level households,develop institutional structure, enhance coordination between public and
private housing and social service agencies,and foster public housing improvements and resident initiatives.(91.220(f))
2Contra Costa County is the Consortium Representative for the Contra Costa HOME Consortium,which includes all
of Contra Costa County with the exception of the City of Richmond. On behalf of the Consortium,the County receives and
allocates HOME Investment Partnership Act funds. In addition,the County is the Entitlement Jurisdiction for the Urban
County,including all of Contra Costa County with the exception of the Cities of Antioch,Concord,Pittsburg,Richmond,
and Walnut Creek. On behalf of the Urban County,Contra Costa receives and allocates Community Development Block
Grant,Emergency Shelter Grant,and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS funds. The County's Action Plan
describes activities which will be undertaken in the Urban County and,for purposes of the HOME program only,in the
Consortium area.
3Extremely low-income households are defined as households with incomes at or below 30 percent of the Area Median Income
(AMI)for the Oakland PMSA as adjusted for household size. Very-low income households are defined as households with incomes
at or below 50 percent AMI,and low-income households are households with incomes at/below 80 percent AMI.
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• Alleviate problems of housing discrimination.
Specific activities, programs, and projects to be undertaken by the County during FY 1996/97 are
described under the appropriate strategy in the following. In addition, the County proposes to
allocate$591,917 in FY 1996/97 Community Development Block Grant(CDBG) funds and
$312,255 in HOME Investment Partnership Act (HOME)funds to the Housing Development
Assistance Fund (HDAF) for purposes of funding eligible affordable housing projects as they
develop during the program year. CDBG/HDAF and HOME/HDAF funds are available on an
open-window application basis through the Community Development Department and the Contra
Costa Affordable Housing Finance Committee. In allocating resources from the HDAF, priority
is assigned to projects which are consistent with Consortium and County strategies, clearly
increase or maintain the supply of affordable housing in the County, and have a specific need for
funding outside the regular CDBG/HOME funding cycle. Historically, HDAF funds have been
used to subsidize the acquisition, construction, and rehabilitation of single and multifamily housing
affordable to and occupied by extremely low, very-low, and low-income households. Potential
FY 1996/97 HDAF projects include a multifamily housing project in East County, two senior
projects in West County, first-time homebuyer projects in East and West County, a supportive
housing project for mentally disabled individuals in South Central County, and
rehabilitation/conversion of an emergency shelter facility in Central County.
A.1 Priority: Strategies to Maintain the Affordable Housing Stock
The County has assigned a high priority to programs and projects designed to maintain and
rehabilitate affordable housing for very-low and low-income households in the Urban County and
Consortium Area. Major resources for the support of the County's rental and owner-occupied
rehabilitation activities during FY 1996/97 include the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG)Program, the HOME Investment Partnership Act Program(HOME), program income
generated by the County's currently operating rehabilitation programs, and other available public
and private resources. In addition, the County will work with the Housing Authority of the
County of Contra Costa to access potential resources provided under a variety of programs for
the acquisition and rehabilitation of housing units in,order to provide homeownership
opportunities for very-low and low-income first-time homebuyers.
The County will also support eligible projects to acquire and rehabilitate multifamily properties
which will be affordable to lower income households,including the preservation of subsidized
projects in danger of conversion to market rate units. Finally, in the event that additional funds
become available through federal and/or state housing programs, the County will apply for
additional resources to support rental and homeowner rehabilitation.
A.Li Rental Rehabilitation Program
The County's largest rental rehabilitation program is currently operated by the Housing
Authority of the County of Contra Costa. The purpose of this program is to maintain and
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improve the availability of rental housing for extremely low, very-low, and low-income
households by providing technical assistance and subsidized loans for the rehabilitation of rental
units affordable to this group.
Under this program, the Housing Authority provides existing, qualified tenants with Section 8
certificates in order to prevent potential displacements once rehabilitation is complete. The
program provides low- and zero-interest deferred payment loans for the rehabilitation of rental
units throughout the Urban County. Rent restrictions are applied to the assisted units in order to
ensure that they remain affordable to very-low and low-income households following
rehabilitation. The Housing Authority also provides low-interest deferred loans which require a
match from private resources, to improve the quality of rental housing in target areas
characterized by rent levels which are expected to remain affordable to lower income families.
Due to market conditions in these areas, these loans do not require rent restrictions to maintain
the affordability of the units. These areas include but are not limited to parts of Brentwood,
Crockett, Martinez, San Pablo,North Richmond, Rodeo, and Bay Point.
Since initiation of the Housing Authority's Rental Rehabilitation Program in 1984,just under$3.4
million in CDBG, HOME, and Rental Rehabilitation Program(HUD/RRP)funds have been used
to leverage over$2.6 million in private resources to rehabilitate over 500 affordable rental units,
providing substantially improved housing opportunities for over 1300 very-low and low-income
persons. During FY 1996/97, the following resources will be available to this program: An
estimated $295,000 in CDBG and RRP program income; $225,000 in Owner/Investor funds
and$10,000 in Housing Authority resources. These funds will result in the rehabilitation of an
estimated 28 units of affordable rental housing,during FY 1996/97. It is anticipated that 7 of
these units will be for extremely-low income households(0-30 percent AMI), 12 will be for very-
low income households(31-50 percent AMI) and 9 will be for low-income households(51-80
percent AMI).
A.Lii Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program
The County's owner-occupied housing rehabilitation program is currently operated by the
Building Inspection Department. The objectives of the Department's Neighborhood
Preservation Program are: to assist very-low and low-income households (income at or below
80 percent AMI) in the Urban County to maintain and rehabilitate their residence through the
provision of below market and zero-interest loans; and to help stabilize older neighborhoods
threatened with increasing blight and gradual deterioration in overall housing conditions. While
available throughout the Urban County, this program is targeted to 20 areas selected on the basis
of the age and condition of housing and income levels of the resident population.
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The target areas include portions of seven Contra Costa Cities and 15 unincorporated areas of the
County.'
Program marketing activity is concentrated in the target areas in an effort to elicit participation by
eligible households with rehabilitation needs.
Since its inception in,1975, the Neighborhood Preservation Program has successfully leveraged
federal, state, and private resources to rehabilitate more than 950 owner-occupied housing units.
Depending on program income and the availability of additional funding under CDBG, HOME,
and state rehabilitation programs, continued support of this program will result in the
rehabilitation of an additional 34 units of owner-occupied housing. During FY 1996/97, the
following additional resources will be provided to this program: $250,000 in FY 1996/97 County
CDBG funds; Neighborhood Preservation/CDBG Program income estimated at $400,000; and
$155,000 in unobligated carry over funds from preceding years. The Urban County will also
apply for State funds should resources become available.
A paint rebate program is also included within the Neighborhood Preservation Program. Very-
low and low-income homeowners are eligible to receive up to $200 to pay for the costs of paint
used to repaint their homes. It is anticipated that the Urban County will assist 15 homeowners
through this program.
A.l.iii Additional Rehabilitation Programs and Projects
In addition to the owner-occupied and rental rehabilitation programs operated in the Urban
County by the Housing Authority and the Building Inspection Department, the Cities of San Pablo
and Pleasant Hill also operate rehabilitation programs.
• The City of San Pablo operates a housing rehabilitation loan program for very-low and
low-income owner-occupant households residing within the City. In operation since 1977,
this program has provided low-interest and deferred payment loans for the rehabilitation of
over 600 very-low and low-income housing units. In addition to rehabilitation loans, this
program also supports neighborhood revitalization through its paint rebate program. FY
1996/97 funding sources for this program include County CDBG($120,000), CDBG
program income(estimated at$50,000), CDBG carry over funds from prior years
($150,000), and City Redevelopment Agency resources($125,000). The City anticipates
providing loans to rehabilitate 10 to 15 housing units with these resources. Priority will be
assigned to loans which assist low-income senior households.
4Program target area includes portions of the Cities of Brentwood,El Cerrito,Lafayette,Martinez,Pleasant Hill,and
the following unincorporated areas: Bethel Island;Byron;Clyde;Crockett;El Sobrante;Montalvan Manor,Mountain
View(portion of Martinez and adjacent unincorporated area);North Richmond;Oakley;Rodeo;Rollingwood(north of
San Pablo);Sand Hill(Oakley area);Vine Hill(northeast of Martinez);and Bay Point.
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• During FY 1993/94, the City of Pleasant Hill initiated a housing rehabilitation program
for very-low and low-income homeowners using City Redevelopment Agency(RDA)
funds. Through this program the City anticipates providing low interest(5 percent)loans
to an estimated 15 lower-income households(up to 80 percent AMI) during 1996/97.
Priority is assigned to rehabilitation loans to abate general property conditions which pose
health and/or safety hazards to either residents and/or the surrounding area. FY 1996/97
funding for this effort includes Pleasant Hill Redevelopment Agency Housing Set-Aside
($272,000), program income($24,000) and County CDBG resources($50,000). Loans
provided from CDBG funds will be restricted to very-low and low-income households.
In addition to the above activities, the County will consider the use of CDBG and HOME
resources to acquire and/or rehabilitate rental projects which, due to the magnitude of resources
required, cannot be funded through the rehabilitation programs previously discussed.
A.1.iv Preservation Efforts
The County will also undertake efforts to preserve existing affordable housing projects which are
at risk of converting to market rate due to the expiration of affordability restrictions. Within
Contra Costa County there are,9 at-risk projects currently providing 753 units'of subsidized
housing for local residents, including two developments(173 units)which are eligible for
conversion to permanent affordability under the Title VI program.' Specific developments are
discussed in the Needs Assessment section regarding Units at Risk. The County has developed a
strategy to notify nonprofit housing developers active in Contra Costa County of the status of
federally-assisted at-risk units as they become available for sale. In addition to the provision of
technical assistance, the County will consider the use of CDBG funds to provide a portion of the
local match required for participation in federal programs designed to maintain the at-risk units as
affordable housing(e.g.,Low-Income Housing Preservation and Resident Homeownership Act or
LIHPRHA).
In addition to the County's efforts, the California Housing Partnership Corporation is actively
working to preserve affordable housing through the provision of technical assistance and efforts
to facilitate the purchase of other at-risk projects by non-profits.
A.2 Priories Strategies and Plans to Increase the Supply of Affordable Housing
In addition to maintaining the supply of affordable housing, CDBG and HOME funds will be used
to increase the supply of affordable rental and owner-occupied housing for very-low and low-
'Figure includes the public housing units managed by the City of San Pablo Housing Authority,and federally-
assisted at-risk units located in the City of Richmond.
'The Title VI program extends the affordability of federally-assisted at-risk units by offering incentives to existing
owners or to non-profit and/or tenant groups to purchase the projects and maintain eligibility requirements.
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income households. Eligible uses of CDBG funds in support of housing construction include site
acquisition, site clearance, and onsite improvements! CDBG funds may also be used to cover
construction costs for housing developments undertaken by qualified Community Based
Development organizations. The development of additional rental and owner-occupied housing is
also a priority under the Contra Costa Consortium HOME program! Eligible expenditures using
HOME funds include predevelopment, site acquisition and clearance, onsite improvements,
construction costs, related soft costs, and relocation expenses: In addition to new construction,
the County will also support the acquisition and rehabilitation of existing units as a means of
expanding the affordable housing supply. CDBG and HOME funds will be provided to eligible
projects in the form of a loan with occupancy and affordability requirements and financial terms
dependent on the feasibility of the specific projecO..
City and County Redevelopment Agency(RDA) funds, mortgage revenue bonds, and low-income
housing tax credits represent additional major resources for affordable housing development in the
Urban County. RDA's are responsible for ensuring that a minimum of 15 percent of all new
housing units developed by other public and private entities in the redevelopment areas are
affordable to low- and moderate-income10 households. If the RDA is the developer, then 30
percent of new housing units developed must be affordable to low- and moderate-income
households. In addition, RDA's are a valuable source of revenue for affordable housing
development, since a minimum of 20 percent of RDA tax increment revenues must be used for
affordable housing programs and projects. The Community Development Department and the
County and City Redevelopment Agencies work cooperatively to improve affordable housing
opportunities through joint programs and projects.
The Contra Costa County Multifamily Housing Revenue Bond Program provides below-market
rate financing for the construction or acquisition of rental housing wherein a portion of the units
are reserved for qualified tenants(very-low and low-moderate income households). This is an
ongoing program that in any given year is expected to serve approximately 40 extremely-low
income households (0-30 percent AMI), 70 very-low income households (31-50 percent AMI),
60 low-income households (51-80 percent AMI), and 30 moderate-income households(80
percent AMI+). The status of this program varies with developer demand, the availability of
investment grade credit enhancements at reasonable rates/terms, and the presence of reasonably
low interest in the credit markets. The County will continue to work with the development
Site must be under public ownership at the time of the improvements. CDBG funds may be used for projects
located in the Urban County(all of Contra Costa with the exception of the Cities of Antioch,Concord,Pittsburg,
Richmond,and Walnut Creek).
$Home funds may be used for projects in the Consortium Area(all of Contra Costa will the exception of Richmond).
9Loans maybe amortized or deferred,with below-market or zero interest rates,depending on the financial needs of
the project.
toModerate-income households are defined as households with incomes at or below 120 percent AMI.
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community to determine the feasibility of issuing mortgage revenue bonds in 1996 to finance the
construction or acquisition of multifamily housing affordable to very-low, low- and moderate-
income households.
Finally, CDBG and HOME funds will be used to leverage RDA resources, low-income housing
tax credits(LIHTCs), and other public and private resources to achieve the level of funding
required to implement eligible housing projects.
A.2.i Rental Housing Opportunities
The following projects supported by the County are designed to increase the supply of affordable
rental housing in the Urban County.. These projects are in the development stage and/or under
current consideration for funding.
• Contra Costa County is working with BRIDGE Housing Corporation to develop
Coggins Square Apartments - 86 units of newly constructed multifamily rental housing
affordable to and occupied by lower-income households, including 30 units affordable at
30 percent AMI, 30 at 50 percent AMI, and 26 at 60 percent AMI. The units will remain
affordable for a minimum of 55 years. Coggins Square will be located on Las Juntas Way
and Coggins Drive in unincorporated Central County, and will contain one, two and
three-bedroom apartments to serve a variety of household types ranging from senior
citizens to large families. Total development cost: $11.3 million. Proposed funding
sources for this project include: $350,870 in FY1995/96 and $801,275 in FY 1996/97
Contra Costa HOME funds; $797,855 in FY 1996/97 County CDBG funds; $7.3 million
in Low-Income Housing Tax Credits; $350,000 in County Redevelopment Agency funds;
private lender financing($900,000); and Federal Home Loan Bank resources($120,400).
Assuming success in obtaining Tax Credits, this project will be completed and ready for
occupancy in May of 1998.
• The County Redevelopment Agency(RDA) is working to develop affordable rental
housing and/or condominiums on a site located near the proposed Bay Area Rapid Transit
(BART) station in Bay Point. In December 1993, the Redevelopment Agency acquired
the Anchor Cove project as a result of developer default during construction. Partially
complete, Anchor Cove was designed as a 10-unit affordable housing/condominium
project on a half-acre site. The Redevelopment Agency is exploring the assemblage of
adjacent parcels in order to expand the project to an estimated 40 to 60 units, including 15
percent to be affordable to lower income households.
• The County RDA together with the City of Pittsburg and BART has initiated a joint
planning process that will consider a possible mixed-use, commercial and residential
development for the Bay Point/Pittsburg BART station area. Residential projects in either
the unincorporated County area or in the City could be subject to housing affordability
requirements, and/or State Redevelopment law. If Agency efforts move ahead on the
current time line, this.project could be complete in 1999. A specific plan could be adopted
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in 1997.
• The Housing Authority of Contra Costa County (HACCC) is in the early planning
stages of developing 75 units of multifamily rental housing affordable to lower income
senior households. As proposed, this project will be located in East County and will serve
households with incomes between 35 and 80 percent AMI. The estimated total project
cost is$6.5 million. Possible funding sources include grants, commercial loans, tax-
exempt bonds, and LIHTCs. Under its current time line, the project is expected to be
completed in 1999.
• The Housing Authority of Contra Costa County(HACCC) is in the very early
planning stages of developing-50 to 75 units of multifamily rental housing in West County.
This project is proposed to be mixed income with a significant portion of the units
developed as 3 and 4-bedroom units. A portion of the units will be affordable to
households with incomes between 35 and 80 percent AMI. Total project cost is not yet
determined. Potential funding sources include HUD funding, commercial loans, LIHTCs,
grants, redevelopment agency funds, and tax-exempt bonds.
In addition to the above, the County is working with Resources for Community Development, a
local non-profit organization to develop a project to increase the supply of affordable housing for
the County's disabled population. This project is described in the strategy to provide expanded
housing opportunities for the County's special needs populations.
A.2.ii Homeownership Opportunities
The following projects supported by the County are designed to increase the supply of affordable
homeownership opportunities through new construction. These projects are in the development
stage and/or under consideration for funding.
• Rural California Housing Corporation (RCHC) is developing the Lone Tree Way
Project to provide affordable homewonership opportunities for 65 households in
Brentwood. Households must be very-low or low-income first-time homebuyers and must
agree to participate in the construction of their home and the homes of others participating
in the program. Each household's contribution or"sweat-equity" will constitute that
household's downpayment on their home. Contra Costa HOME funds will be used for
site acquisition and will be rolled over into deferred shared-equity loans, further increasing
affordability(30 to 40 percent AMI). The project will consist of three and four-bedroom
homes suitable for large families. Total development cost: $8.6 million. Funding sources
for this project include: $380,000 in FY 1996/97 Contra CostaHON1E funds; $3.7 million
from the federal Rural Economic and Community Development Service Program; $3.2
million in private lender financing; $400,000 from the State Predevelopment Loan
Program; and $66,000 from RCHC.
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• The County Redevelopment Agency is considering the assemblage of sites west of
Bailey Road and north of Canal Road in the Bay Point Redevelopment Project Area for
the potential development of single family homes affordable to low- and moderate-income
households. Agency efforts to move ahead on this project will be determined once the
Bay Point/BART Specific Plan has been adopted.
• The Housing Authority of Contra Costa County(HACCC) is in the very early
planning stages of developing 10 to 15 townhouses for homeownership in East County. It
is proposed that the majority of these units will be affordable to households with incomes
between 80 and 120 percent AMI, with the balance affordable to households with incomes
below 80 percent AMI. It is anticipated that these homebuyers will take advantage of the
County's First-Time Homebuyer's and/or MCC Program. Potential construction funding
may include CDBG, HOME, commercial loans, and redevelopment agency funds. Total
project cost is undetermined at this time. Under the current time line, this project should
be completed in 2000.
• The Housing Authority is considering divesting selected, scattered-site public housing
units in North Richmond as home ownership opportunities for lower income households.
As of this date, the funding mechanisms have not been identified, although use of the
HUD 203(k) program is being explored.
Finally, in an effort to provide for future housing needs, in 1993 the Contra Costa County Board
of Supervisors approved a Specific Plan for the Dougherty Valley located in the Tri-Valley area
of the County near San Ramon. The Specific Plan permits the new construction of up to 11,000
units in the Dougherty Valley and requires that a minimum of 25 percent (2,750) of the units be
affordable to very-low, low, and moderate-income households. An Affordable Housing Program
has been approved by the Board of Supervisors and is incorporated into Development
Agreements with area developers. The initial phase of the Dougherty Valley development has
received development entitlements(rezoning, final development plan)which incorporate the
affordable housing requirements. The County is currently engaged in an ongoing strategic
planning effort with the private developers to refine the affordable housing targets and identify
potential sources of financial assistance for the development of affordable housing for lower-
income households and special needs populations.
A.3 Priority:. Strategies and Plans to Improve Housing Affordabilitv
In addition to strategies designed to maintain and increase the supply of housing, the County will
also implement programs and projects to increase the affordability of rental housing and
homeownership for extremely-low, very-low and low-income households. The County will
consider tax-exempt bond refundings to preserve the affordability of existing multifamily units.
During the current program year, the County will also continue to work with the Housing
Authority of Contra Costa County(HACCC)to provide rental property owners and managers
with information on Section 8 rent subsidy programs for qualifying low-income households.
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Currently, the Housing Authority provides Section 8 rent vouchers and certificates to 5,617 very-
low and low-income households. An additional 235 households receive assistance through the
Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation Program. Typically, HACCC applies for 200 additional
Section 8 Certificates and Vouchers each year to meet the growing need for,rental assistance in
the Urban County. If successful, this will bring the total number of households receiving rental
assistance through these programs up to 5,817.
• The Contra Costa County Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bond Program(1992
Delta Counties Bond) completed its origination period in June 1995. The County at this
time has no plans to issue Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds in 1996.. The demand
for issuance of.single family bonds was assessed in mid 1995, and although the demand
was high(approximately$90 million), the County was unable to obtain the necessary
authority for issuance of bonds from the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee. The
procedural changes that have occurred in the allocation issuance system at the state level
have virtually eliminated the County's ability to issue either Mortgage Revenue Bonds or
Mortgage Credit Certificates (MCC'S).
The County joined with several other local housing finance agencies and jurisdictions in
1995 to promote legislation that would restore a portion of the allocation back to local
jurisdictions. Unfortunately, the legislation failed to pass in the 1995 legislative session.
The County hopes to participate in efforts to promote new legislation for 1996. Until
such time as there is a change in the allocation system, Contra Costa's Fair Share
Allocation of the State's debt cap is slightly less that $5 million. This would apply to the
issuance of both Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds and Mortgage Credit
Certificates. Given the amount of the allocation, it is likely that the County would choose
to allocate these scarce resources to a nonprofit, or low income housing development in
the County. A Mortgage Credit Certificate allocation of$5 million would allow the
County to issue approximately 40 MCC's.
• The Redevelopment Agency has the ability under the existing First-Time Homebuyers
Program to issue two second mortgage loans in the Bay Point Area of the County, and
one additional loan in the Oakley Area. It is expected that these loans will be originated
and closed within the 1996 calendar year.
In addition to the above programs and projects, the HACCC and the City of San Pablo will
continue to work with public housing residents to develop resident councils and encourage
participation in resident initiatives which target eventual unit ownership. (See later discussion of
Public Housing Resident Initiatives.)
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A.4 Priority: HousingStrategies trategies and Plans to Assist Special Needs Populations"
Strategies, programs and projects designed to maintain and increase the supply of affordable
housing for County residents and employees will also improve housing conditions for the.County's
special needs populations, including the elderly, mentally and physically disabled, battered and
abused women and children, recovering substance abusers, large families, female-headed
households, persons with HIV/AIDS, and low-income farm workers. As previously indicated,
local resources potentially available to expand the supply of affordable housing for special needs
populations as well as the population at large include County CDBG, Consortium HOME,
HOPWA, tax-exempt financing, City and County RDA funds, and LIHTCs. In addition to these
resources, the County will continue to work with other jurisdictions, public housing agencies,
housing developers, and non-profit organizations to aggressively pursue resources which directly
address the supportive housing needs of targeted populations, including: Supportive Housing for
the Elderly(Section 202); Supportive Housing for Persons with Disabilities(Section 811);
Federal Rural Housing Service Programs to develop affordable housing in rural areas; and the
McKinney Act Programs.
Activities and projects to assist special needs populations which are recommended for FY
1996/97 funding are described in the following subsection.
A.4.i. Senior Housing
The County works on a continuing basis with other jurisdictions, agencies, developers and non-
profit organizations to increase and maintain the supply of supportive and long-term affordable
housing for the County's elderly populations. Specific projects in the development stages include:
• The County Redevelopment Agency is considering new construction of 40-50
multifamily rental units in Rodeo. Units would be affordable to very-low and low-income
senior households. Potential funding sources include County RDA, LIHTCs, County
CDBG, HOME, and HUD Section 202. Total project cost is undetermined.
A site search and feasibility analysis have been initiated.
• The Eden Council for Hope and Opportunity (ECHO), Senior Home Equity
Conversion Counseling Program provides unbiased, neutral information and
counseling about the various reverse mortgage programs-for seniors. ECHO facilitates
the process of applying for reverse mortgage loans by providing intensive counseling
sessions to seniors and their families to indentify the type of mortgage which potentially
best serves their needs. Telephone information and referral are also available. Reverse
mortgage programs enable low-income elderly homeowners to convert the equity in their
homes into monthly income, permitting them
"Action Plan must address the special needs of persons who are not homeless identified in the Strategic Plan.
(91.220(e))
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to remain in their existing homes. ECHO also provides information and referral to other
social services including Supplemental Security income, Property Tax Postponement,
Neighborhood Preservation, and In-Home Care programs that enable seniors to better
meet their needs and improve their daily living situations. ECHO serves very-low and
low-income seniors households(incomes ranging from 0-80 percent AM). Over the
course of the year, ECHO will provide 40 intensive counseling sessions and provide
information and referral to another 67 seniors. This project has been allocated $8,000
in FY 1996/97 County CDBG funds.
• The City of San Ramon Redevelopment Agency augments the costs associated with
the congregate services package at Villa San Ramon. Villa San Ramon is a,congregate
care facility consisting of 120 apartments, 24 of which are designated-for tenants of very-
low income. The"Conserv" Program was initiated by the City in 1993 to assist the very-
low income tenants with the cost of congregate care, which includes two meals,
transportation, social activities, and security. Over the course of the year the program will
provide assistance to 24 seniors. The project has been allocated $25,000 in County
CDBG funds.
A.4.ii. Housing for Mentally and/or Physically Disabled Persona
Several projects to provide increased housing opportunities for mentally and/or physically
disabled populations are currently in the planning and development stages.
• The Housing Authority of the County of Contra Costa has completed the remodeling
of 5 percent of its public housing units for handicapped accessibility. It will be in
compliance with its Section 504/ADA Transition Plan for all developments by the end of
1996.
• The City of San Ramon is working with a local nonprofit to identify a site for the new
construction of 20 units of rental housing affordable to very-low income mentally disabled
individuals. Potential funding sources for this project include City RDA funds, CDBG,
and the HUD Section 811 Program which provides housing for disabled populations.
A.4.iii Housing-for HIV/AIDS Population
Contra Costa County as the Urban County representative and the Cities of Antioch, Concord,
Pittsburg, Richmond, and Walnut Creek are working cooperatively to provide increased housing
opportunities for persons with HIV/AIDS. Current activities include the following:
• Resources for Community Development(RCD)is developing the Aspen Court Project
to provide 12 units of newly constructed multifamily rental housing in Central County. All
units will be fully accessible one-bedroom apartments, including one manager's unit and
11 units to be affordable to and occupied by extremely-low and very-low income disabled
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individuals with AIDS. In addition to affordable housing, RCD is working with local
public and private agencies to ensure that residents receive appropriate support services.
Total development cost: $1.5 million. Funding sources include: $380,000 in FY 1996/97
HOME funds; $200,000 in FY 1995 HOPWA funds; $900,800 in HUD Section 811
funds; and Corporation for Supportive Housing resources($7,000).
• Rubicon Programs, the City of El Cerrito and the County are working together to
develop the Idaho Apartments. The project involves the acquisition and rehabilitation
of an existing multifamily building to provide 29 units of single-room occupancy(SRO)
housing affordable to very-low income homeless adults. The Idaho Apartments will
include 10 units reserved for individuals with HIV/AIDS. Rubicon has received an award
of McKinney Act funds($893,000)which will be used to provide appropriate support
services to the target population. Total development cost: $2.3 million. Funding sources
include: $470,000 in FY 1995/96 CDBG/HDAF funds; $130,000 in FY 1994 and
$230,000 in FY 1995 HOPWA funds; a loan from the Low Income Housing Fund of
$570,000; $1.98 million in Low Income Houisng Tax Credits; and $68;000 in deferred
developer fees. The City of El Cerrito has committed up to $300,000 in Redevelopment
Agency funds to pay down debt in the tenth year of the project. In addition, this project
has been awarded an allocation of 29 SRO Moderation Rehabilitation Program Section 8
Certificates ($1.7 million).
• Contra Costa County will receive an estimated $346,000 in FY 1996/97 HOPWA funds.
These funds will be used for the acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of a
residential facility to address the affordable housing needs of lower-income people with
HIV/AIDS. The County will conduct a competitive application process to allocate these
funds.
A.4.iv Battered Women and Children
The County will continue to work with other jurisdictions, public agencies, and non-profit
organizations to develop housing alternatives for battered and abused women, youths and
children.
A.4.v Recovering Substance Abusers
The County will continue to work with other jurisdictions, public agencies, and non-profit
organizations,to develop housing alternatives for individuals in recovery from problems of drug
and alcohol abuse and their families. Projects in progress include the following.
• St. Vincent de Paul is working to develop 39 units of long-term transitional housing
affordable to low-income households.. Housing units will include one, two and three-
bedroom units suitable for individuals, single parent households, and large families. The
target group will include households with a family member who is recovering from drug
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and/or alcohol abuse or reentering society from a correctional facility. Appropriate
support services, including counseling and employment training will be provided onsite.
Predevelopment funds have been provided for this project from the FY 1992 and FY 1993
County HOME program($35,000).
A.4.vi Large Families
Two previously discussed projects in development will increase the supply of affordable housing
in Contra Costa County for large families:
• The Coggins Square Apartment Project will provide 86 units of newly constructed,
affordable rental housing in Central County, including 26 three-bedroom units suitable for
larger households. This project is close to public transportation and services, and will
include social and recreational facilities for children and adults.
• The Lone Tree Way Project will provide affordable homeownership opportunities for
very-low and low-income households through the new construction of 65 single-family
homes in Brentwood. All homes will have three or four bedrooms, and will be suitable
for larger families.
A.5 Priority: HousingStrategies trategies and Plans to Assist Homeless Populations/2
A.5.i Emergency and Transitional Housing
The most important factor contributing to the homeless problem is the lack of decent, safe
housing affordable to lower-income households in the County. Consequently, the above
strategies to maintain and increase the supply of affordable housing in the Urban County and
Consortium Area are equally relevant as strategies to alleviate problems of homelessness.
Similarly, strategies to improve housing affordability through direct payment assistance are also
effective in preventing and alleviating homelessness among lower-income households. Therefore,
the County will continue to pursue federal McKinney Act funding for Supportive Housing,
Shelter Plus Care, FEMA funds, and additional Section 8 certificates and vouchers to assist the
currently homeless and the at-risk population in obtaining permanent housing.
In addition to more affordable housing, emergency and transitional shelters and support services
are required in order to stabilize and assist the County's homeless population in their efforts to
achieve economic independence and a stable living environment. During FY 1996/97, the County
will continue to operate the following shelters:
12 Action Plan must include activities the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to address emergency
shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless individuals and families,to prevent low-income individuals and
families with children from becoming homeless,and to help homeless persons make the transition to permanent housing
and independent living.(91.220(e))
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• Brookside Shelter, providing emergency shelter and services for 56 homeless adults in
West County;
• Central County Shelter to provide emergency shelter and services for 60 homeless and
adults in Central and East County(shelter has winter relief capacity of 100 beds);
• Mountain View House, providing transitional housing and services for homeless women
and families in Central County(36 to 42 bed capacity); and
• San Joaquin II, providing transitional housing for two families and eight single adults in
West County.
During FY 1996/97, the County will undertake additional renovation work needed to fully
convert the Central County facility to a safe and efficiently operating homeless shelter with space
for appropriate support services. Approved funding includes: FY 1995/96 County CDBG
($120,000);FY 1995/96 Antioch($36,400), Concord ($100,000) and Walnut Creek($20,000)
CDBG; and EHAP ($20,000). Potential additional funding sources include McKinney Act funds, _
federal and/or State ESG, and private donations.
Additional activities and projects which are in development and/or under consideration for
funding and which will address emergency shelter and transitional housing needs, help to prevent
homelessness, and/or help homeless individuals and families achieve and maintain independent
living include the following:
• Crisis and Suicide Intervention, Emergency Shelter for Homeless Families and
Victims of Violence program will provide emergency shelter for families with serious
health or safety risks who have no other immediate shelter available. The program will
provide motel vouchers for one or two nights, and counseling to clients to assist in them
in locating long term shelter. The program will provide a minimum of 600 nights of
emergency shelter for approximately 800 children and adults. Crisis and Suicide
Intervention also provides a 24 hour-homeless crisis line with counseling, and intake and
referral to services as needed to homeless families and individuals. The emergency shelter
program has been allocated $7,000 in County CDBG funds and FEMA funds.
• Shelter,Inc.,Emergency Housing and Homeless Services program will provide
services that assist residents in maintaining their housing. The program provides
landlord tenant counseling, rental/mortgage assistance(direct funds), and homeowner
assistance. For all program areas, approximately 610 persons will be provided assistance.
The program has been allocated $25,000 in County CDBG funds.
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A.5.ii Prevention of Homelessness and Transition to Permanent Housing
Several organizations also provide a range of housing-related and other support services to
prevent homelessness and to facilitate the transition from homelessness to permanent housing.
• Rubicon provides: outreach at homeless shelters, soup kitchens, and Rubicon facilities
(serving approximately 2,000 persons per year); counseling, and job placement and
development(600 persons per year); day treatment programs(60 persons per year); and
independent living counseling and training(600 persons per year).
• Shelter,Inc. provides money management counseling, emergency shelter vouchers, and
other transitional and permanent housing assistance. Emergency vouchers will be
provided to up to 1,150 individuals per year, at a cost of$725,000 funded through County
GHRF; transitional housing assistance to up to 200 individuals per year at a cost of$1.2
million funded through HUD and private donors; permanent housing to up to 32
individuals per year at a project cost of$45,000, funded privately; and permanent housing
to 302 individuals(including 37 homeless veterans) at a total cost of$270,170, funded
with County, State, and FEMA funds, as well as private donations.
• Catholic Charities Coordinated Housing Program serves residents of Contra Costa
County who are HIV=positive and who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. In
addition to support services, this program provides housing assistance funds, including
emergency temporary housing and rental assistance to enable qualified individuals and
households to maintain a stable living environment. The program serves West County
residents from Catholic Charity.Offices located in Richmond. Catholic Charities estimates
that this program will assist 100 households with an HIV-positive member to obtain or
maintain permanent housing. Funds have been obtained to operate this program during
FY 1996/97 from the following sources: Comprehensive AIDS Resources Emergency
(CARE) Act Title I funds and Housing.Opportunities for Persons with AIDS(HOPWA).
• Cambridge Community Center, Crisis Assistance and Homeless Services will provide
basic needs such as; food, clothing, toiletries, bedding and other essential household items
to homeless persons and others in need. With the assistance of volunteers, the program
provides clothing, vouchers, food and other essential needs, transportation vouchers, and
information on shelters through a storefront facility. The facility will be open 25 hours
per week and the overall program will provide assistance to 600 individuals. The program
has been allocated $10,000 in County CDBG funds.
• Contra Costa Legal Services,Housing and Homeless Assistance program will provide
supportive services to households experiencing housing and homeless problems. Services
include advice and counseling, brief advocacy services, and direct representation before
judicial and administrative tribunals. Legal service will be provided to a minimum of 350
residents. The program has been allocated $15,000 in County CDBG funds.
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• Pacific Community Services, Inc. (PCSI) Comprehensive Housing Counseling
program will provide direct housing counseling service to Urban County residents. The
program provides counseling in the following areas: landlord-tenant relations, mortgage
default and delinquency counseling, pre-purchase/rental, educational, and information and
referral services. PCSI is certified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development(HUD) as a Comprehensive Housing Counseling Agency. The program has
been allocated $10,000 in County CDBG funds.
A.6 Fair Housina
All Contra Costa County housing programs and projects are required to undertake affirmative
marketing activities and to provide access to housing on an equal opportunity basis without
regard to race, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, or national origin.
Affirmative marketing procedures are described in detail in the Action Plan Appendix.
In a further effort to promote fair housing, the County will continue to support the following fair
housing programs.
• Two fair housing counseling programs to assist households experiencing discrimination in
housing through verification and documentation of the complaint, negotiations with
property owners, and, where appropriate, referrals to legal authorities for additional
action. FY 1996/97 County CDBG funds have been awarded to Shelter, Inc($27,000)
and Pacific Community Services, Inc. ($22,000)to implement these programs.
• A program to provide legal assistance to households experiencing documented instances
of discrimination to be conducted by Contra Costa Legal Services Foundation(CCLSF)
($30,000 in FY 1996/97 County CDBG funds).
In addition to fair housing counseling and legal assistance, the County will continue to implement
a structured approach to identifying the nature, magnitude, and extent of fair housing problems in
the Urban County. In cooperation with Shelter, Inc., PCSI, and.CCLSF, the County has
embarked on a multi-year testing program to systematically identify fair housing problems in the
Urban County. During the first two years, the program focused on problems of discrimination
due to ethnicity and family status. The third year will focus on discrimination due to disability.
The testing process will be followed by an educational campaign to ensure that property owners,
managers, the real estate industry, and Contra Costa residents are aware of federal fair housing
requirements, existing discriminatory practices, and the steps needed to eliminate these practices
and ensure the provision of housing on an equal opportunity basis.
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B. Public Housing Strategy Implementation and Resident Initiatives13
B.l Housing Authority of Contra Costa County aMCQ
The Housing Authority of Contra Costa County(HACCC)will continue to undertake activities to
rehabilitate and maintain the County's public housing. The total funding for the Comprehensive
Grant Program(CGP) in FY 1996/97 is anticipated to be$1,928,488 based on current HUD
projections at 75% of the prior year allocation. The HACCC expects to expend $290,000 in FY
1996/97 and the balance in the subsequent year.
The following improvements are planned by the Housing Authority of Contra Costa County for
FY 1996/97:
• Management and Administration- Over the next year, the Housing Authority(HACCC)
will continue to focus on increasing security in its developments through alternative youth
programs and community policing strategies. In addition, HACCC continues to update its
program manuals and to implement an improved internal controls system. HACCC will
continue to upgrade computer systems in its field offices to more efficiently process the
administrative and accounting workload.
• Living Environment -During FY 1996/97,HACCC will complete modernization of the
50-unit Casa de Serena Project in Bay Point. In addition, HACCC will complete lead-
based paint abatement in its last family public housing developments the Las Deltas
scattered site development in North Richmond.
• Public Housing Resident Initiatives- Over the next year, HACCC will continue to work
with Resident Councils at Las Deltas,Bayo Vista,El Pueblo and Elder Winds public
housing projects to strengthen the basic organizational structures and internal processes.
Bayo Vista, El Pueblo and Elder Winds have achieved non-profit status. The HACCC will
continue to help locate assistance for achieving non-profit status for Las Deltas and Casa
de Serena Resident Councils. Finally, the HACCC and all Resident Council presidents will
continue their monthly Resident Leadership Forum.
B.2 San Pablo Housing Authority
The San Pablo Housing Authority has initiated a comprehensive physical needs assessment in
anticipation of an application for FY 1996 CIAP funds to rehabilitate and modernize the City's
public housing units. Preliminary results of the assessment indicate the following priorities:
replacement of deteriorated roofs on the Vista del Camino public housing project(100 units of
family housing); and replacement of a boiler and major mechanical-systems at Kidd Manor(senior
13 The housing assistance provided by the Pittsburg Housing Authority is limited to provision of Section 8
Certificates and Vouchers,and does not include maintenance of affordable housing units.
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housing). During the current year, the Housing Authority will also utilize previously approved
CIAP funds to rehabilitate the existing Administration/Maintenance Building and complete
disability access improvements in seven public housing units suitable for families.
C. Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction
As outlined in the Strategic Plan, the County will pursue a lead-based paint hazard reduction
strategy as follows:
• Work to define the nature and magnitude of lead-based paint health and safety problems in
the County.
• Participate in a task force consisting of appropriate representatives of Urban County
jurisdictions and public agencies to develop a countywide lead abatement strategy.
• Analyze information on the relevant state and federal laws and regulations relating to lead-
based paint. Identify potential funding sources for the detection and abatement of lead-
based paint hazards and implementation of the County's strategy.
• Undertake education and outreach to property owners regarding the possible hazards.
D. Anti-Poverty Strategy
The County employs a variety of strategies to help alleviate poverty in the Urban County,
including efforts to stimulate economic growth,job opportunities, and to provide Urban County
residents with the skills and abilities required to take advantage of those opportunities. In the Fall
of 1993, the Board of Supervisors hosted a countywide Economic Development Summit to
discuss means of retaining, expanding, and attracting business to Contra Costa County. In FY
1994/95 the County CDBG program provided $50,000 to develop a countywide Economic
Development Strategy. Participants in the development of the strategy included representatives of
the County and City governments, individuals businesses and business organizations, labor,
education institutions, environmental organizations, and citizen groups.
The findings of the study, released in April of 1995, called for a long-term strategy to retain and
attract business, streamline the permit process, link education and training to required job skills,
improve infrastructure, and develop new jobs and affordable housing near employment centers.
To carry out the Strategy, the Contra Costa Economic Partnership was created. The Partnership
is a coalition of business, government, and citizens formed to promote economic vitality in Contra
Costa County.
In addition, in June of 1995 the Board of Supervisors established an Economic Development
Committee to work with the County Community Development Department to develop
recommendations for the Board of Supervisors on the use of Community Development Block
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Grant funds for economic development. The Committee will also act as a policy advisory body to
the Board of Supervisors on related economic development matters. The nine member
Committee is compose of representatives of labor, education, small business, special
district/utilities, banking/finance,job training and community based organizations. The County is
also in the process of hiring an Economic Development Program Manager to assist in the
attraction and retention of business.
The County also undertakes specific programs and projects designed to stimulate economic
growth and create additional employment opportunities for County residents. For example, the
County Redevelopment Agency provides resources and technical assistance to existing and
potential new businesses in an effort to revitalize and expand economic activity in the County's
five redevelopment areas. The Redevelopment Agency is in the process of developing Specific
Plans for the downtown areas of Rodeo, Oakley, and Bay Point BART Station Area. The
Specific Plans will establish infrastructure and other,priorities consistant with General Plan policy
to further economic growth in these County Redevelopment Area.
The County has funded job creation and commercial revitalization efforts using a combination of
CDBG and RDA resources. Funding has been provided for Opportunities for People and
Employers Now! (OPEN) sponsored by Rubicon Programs,Inc. The purpose of this
program is to create jobs and expand employment utilizing a"supportive employment" approach
in cooperation with new and existing businesses. Businesses are assisted with obtaining tax
benefits and financing. The program will assist 150 individuals, including placing 80 individuals
from the North Richmond Community. This program works with the Contra Costa County
Redevelopment Agency to attract new businesses. The program has been allocated $40,000 in
FY 1996/97 County CDBG funds.' In addition the Redevelopment Agency is continuing the
commercial area facade rehabilitation project designed to eliminate conditions of blight and
revitalize redevelopment areas in Bay Point and Rodeo.
The following provides a list of additional economic development activities which have been
provided FY 1996/97 CDBG funds:
• Family and Community Services, Care Connection Registry of Contra Costa
will train individuals as home healthcare workers and assist in placement. A total
of nine trainings will be held to train approximately 109 Urban County residents. Of
those receiving training, approximately 84 persons will be placed on the registry for
job placement. A registry is maintained for continued placement. The program has
been allocated $50,000 in County CDBG funds.
• Private Industry Council(PIC) Small Business Management Assistance Program
will provide technical assistance and management counseling to approximately three small
start-up and expanding businesses owned by low-income persons. The program
has been allocated $30,000 in County CDBG funds.
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• Contra Costa Child Care Council, Child Care Provider Training and Retention
Program will provide training necessary to receive or maintain state licensing as a child
care provider. The program will provide training to approximately 250 individuals. The
program has been allocated $9,500 in County CDBG funds.
• St. Vincent de Paul Society of Contra Costa,Next Step Employment Leasing Project
will provide vocational training and job placement to 15 low-income individuals.
Individuals will be placed in either St. Vincent de Paul related business or other
businesses. The program has been allocated $40,500 in CDBG funds.
• Foundation for Understanding& Enhancement(FUNEN), Employment
Development for Low and Middle Income Groups will provide entry level
computer training and job placement to 70 low and moderate income persons.
The program has been allocated$20,000 in County CDBG funds.
• Rubicon Programs, Inc., Work Experience Project will provide work experience
and subsequent job placement for 30 individuals. The program provides assessment,
and skill building needed to maintain employment. The program has been allocated
$75,000 in County CDBG funds.
• Contra Costa County Community Development Department, Economic
Development Assistance Fund will provide funding for eligible economic development
projects and programs throughout the Urban County as they arise during the program
year. The program has been allocated $190,795 in County CDBG funds.
• Pacific Community Services Inc., Loan Packaging and Marketing Program will
provide zero or low-interest loans to owner-operated businesses for business expansion
or startup. Assisted businesses must commit to the employment of very-low- and low
income individuals. The program also provides technical assistance in applying for loans
through the Small Business Administration. Carryover CDBG funds and program income
totals approximately$100,000, which will provide 5 loans. No new funds will be
allocated to this continuing program.
• Private Industry Council (PIC) Small Business Micro Loan Program will provide
small seed capital loans to five very low- and low-income individuals to start their own
business. The program works in collaboration with the Small Business Management
Assistance Program. Carryover CDBG funds total $10,000. This program collaborates
with the Small Business Management Assistance Program. No new funds will be
allocated to this continuing program.
• Independent Living Resource of Contra Costa,Jobs Plus: A Prevocational Training
and Technical Assistance Program will provide vocational services to the disabled. The
program will provide job counseling and training in pre-employment skills, and job
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placement assistance to 150 persons. Approximately 25 persons will be employed. The
program will also provide outreach to 200 employers on accommodations for disabled,
employer incentive programs, and placement relationships. The program has been
allocated $10,000 in County CDBG funds.
In addition to economic development activities the County works with other jurisdictions and area
non-profits to provide emergency and transitional housing and the full range of support services
required to assist the homeless population in achieving economic independence. In addition to
programs.designed to improve employment skills and provide job opportunities for this
population, the County also provides counseling and assistance in obtaining benefits to qualified
individuals and families.
Finally, the lack of affordable housing is frequently cited as a significant factor in the movement of
businesses out of the Bay Area and the difficulty encountered by many jurisdictions in attracting
new business activity. Therefore, the County's strategies to increase and maintain the supply of
affordable housing and to achieve an improved jobs-housing balance also contribute to the
alleviation of poverty by creating a more positive business environment.
E. Institutional Structure
Planning and administrative responsibilities for Contra Costa County's affordable housing and
homeless programs are located in the Community Development Department, the County Housing
Authority and the County Health Services Department. The Community Development -
Department maintains overall responsibility for the development of County housing plans and
policies, and plays the lead role in developing financial resources and strategies, and administering
funds to implement housing programs.14 Together with other County agencies, local jurisdictions,
non-profits, and the private sector, the Housing Authority plays a major role in supporting and
implementing the Urban County's affordable housing programs, including operation of the
County's Section 8 and public housing programs and projects to develop additional affordable
housing and shelter facilities. The Health Services Department has been assigned responsibility
for management of County shelter operations and support services. Homeless activities of the
three departments are coordinated through the Homeless Management Team.
The County and City redevelopment agencies also play a significant role in assisting affordable
housing development. RDA's are required to use 20 percent of tax increment revenues for
affordable housing development and are responsible for ensuring that 15 percent of all new
residential units constructed by other public and private entities in the redevelopment areas are
14The Community Development Department is responsible for implementation of the federally-funded CDBG,
HOME,HOPWA and Emergency Shelter Grant programs,as well as the County's housing and redevelopment
programs. Further,the Department works closely with cities,public agencies,non-profits,and the private sector to
obtain additional federal,state,and local public and private resources for the implementation of affordable housing
programs in Contra Costa.
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affordable to low and moderate-income households. If a redevelopment agency is the developer,
this requirement increases to 30 percent of all new residential units. In addition to the provision
of funding for affordable housing projects, RDAs also facilitate development through the
provision of substantial technical assistance in project planning, design, and efforts to obtain
additional financing from public and private sources.
During FY 1996/97, the Urban County will initiate the following activities designed to improve
the institutional structure for implementation of affordable housing activities in the Urban County:
• During FY 1996/97, the Community Development Department will work with the cities
and other relevant public agencies to establish an informal cooperative network to
facilitate affordable housing development in the Urban County.
• The County is considering the creation of a countywide Affordable Housing Trust Fund
which could assist in funding affordable housing projects.
In addition, the Contra Costa Consortium will consider the use of HOME funds to provide
administrative and operating support to qualified Community Housing Development
Organizations in the development and implementation of HOME projects.
F. Coordination Efforts
The County's efforts to coordinate actions and strategies for affordable housing development and
the provision of emergency and transitional housing and supportive services are described in the
Section on Institutional Structure(Section E). In addition to these activities, the County
participates in a number of countywide housing and service provider organizations which facilitate
the coordination of programs and projects. These organizations include the Association of
Homeless and Housing Service Providers, the Farmworker and Affordable Housing Task Force,
the Tri-Valley Affordable Housing Subcommittee, and the Homeless Management Assistance
Team. Membership in these organizations is composed of representatives of city and county
agencies, nonprofit housing developers and service providers, and public interest groups.
.The Community Development Department is also participating in two major planning activities
designed to increase coordination in efforts to provide affordable housing and appropriate services
for low-income individuals with HIV/AIDS and the County's homeless populations. These
efforts are summarized briefly in the following:
• The Community Development Department is working with other Entitlement
Jurisdictions, public agencies, nonprofit organizations and interest groups in
Alameda and Contra Costa County to develop a coordinated plan and strategy
for the development of affordable housing appropriate to the needs of very-low and
low-income individuals with HIV/AIDS and their families. It is anticipated that the
plan will be completed in FY 1996/97.
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• The Board of Supervisors established an Ad Hoc Advisory Committee to work with
the County Health Services Department to develop a comprehensive plan and strategy
to meet the needs to the County's homeless populations. The Department has been
meeting with representatives of Contra Costa cities, public agencies, nonprofit
organizations, homeless persons, and related interest groups in an effort to identify
priority needs and to develop strategies for meeting those needs in a cost-effective
manner.
Finally, the County is actively participating in the Bay Area Regional Innovative Homeless
Initiative. In FY 1996/96, HUD awarded $7 million to the nine Bay Area counties to foster a
regional approach in the provision of programs and services designed to alleviate problems of
homelessness. Representatives of the County Health Services Department serve on both the
Steering and Allocation Committees for the Initiative together with representatives of other Bay
Area jurisdictions, federal agencies, private foundations, business, labor, and homeless people to
develop innovative, cost-effective, and multicounty approaches to reducing homelessness.
G. Additional Public Policies to Remove Barriers and Obstacles to the Provision of
Affordable Housing
During FY 1996/97, the Urban County will continue its efforts to remove or ameliorate public
policies which negatively impact affordable housing development in the Urban County. Specific
efforts to be undertaken include the following:
• Continue to expedite the development application review process for all housing projects
in conforming zoning with less than 100 units. This will lower housing development costs
by reducing the required processing time by two to three months. Similarly, expedite the
review and approval process for affordable housing appropriate for large families.
• In conformance with the General Plan, the Urban County will initiate zoning changes for
residential and designated agricultural sites from current zoning designations to Planned
Unit Development(P-1)in order to streamline the entitlement process for development
applications and increase design flexibility.
• In order to promote the development of housing for seniors, the Urban County will
consider flexibility in design requirements for these projects, including reduced parking,
smaller unit sizes, and common dining facilities.
• The Urban County will perform an annual update of the vacant land inventory identifying
potential residential sites for distribution to the development community.
• The Urban County will consider a waiver of all or a portion of planning fees for non-profit
sponsors of projects affordable to very-low and low-income households.
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• The Urban County will continue to promote utilization of the State Planning Law density
bonus program. Specifically, developers are eligible to receive a 25 percent density bonus
in exchange for providing 20 percent of the total units in a project at prices or rents which
are affordable to lower income households, 10 percent of the units at prices/rents
affordable to very-low income households, or 50 percent of the units for senior citizens.
• Review and develop new regulations to permit the development of agriculturally related
structures on agriculturally zoned land without a use permit in order to encourage the
provision of onsite Farmworker housing.
H. Anticipated Resources and Plan for Investment's
H.1 Resources for Development of Affordable Housing and Homeless Shelters
During FY 1996/97, Contra Costa County anticipates the following additional resources16 for the
development of affordable housing and homeless shelters:
• Community Development Block Grant Funds" $1,888,772
• HOME Investment Partnership Act Funds $2,081,700
• Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS $ 346,000
• Emergency Shelter Grant Funds $ 115,200
• Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency Housing
Set-aside Funds $1,078,200
TOTAL ANTICIPATED COUNTY RESOURCES $5,509,872
"Action Plan must describe federal resources expected to be available to address the priority needs and specific
objectives identified in the Strategic Plan. Indicate resources from private and non-federal public sources that are
reasonably expected to be made available to address the needs identified in the plan. Explain how federal funds will
leverage those additional resources,including a description of how matching requirements of the HUD programs will be
satisfied.(91.220(b)) For HOME funds,a participating jurisdiction shall describe other forms of investment;and for a
jurisdiction intending to use HOME funds for homebuyers,it must state the guidelines for resale or recapture.
(91.220(g)(2))
16Due to the absence of an approved FY 1996/97 HUD budget,the CDBG,HOME,HOPWA,and ESG funds
identified as available for affordable housing development are estimates prepared by the Community Development
Department based on HUD recommendations. Specifically,funding levels for FY 1996/97 are estimated at 90 percent
of the prior year allocation.
17 hi accordance with guidelines approved by the Board of Supervisors,50 percent of each year's CDBG allocation is
reserved for affordable housing programs and projects,including 35 percent for projects funded through the regular
allocation cycle and 15 percent for the Housing Development Assistance Fund(I DAF).
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In addition to these resources, the County will apply for an additional $5 million in Mortgage
Credit Certificate Authority and is exploring the possibility of issuing tax-exempt and mortgage
revenue bonds to provide additional affordable housing opportunities for residents and employees
of the County(see previous discussion in Section V.A.3). Affordable housing resources available
through the County Housing Authority include$1.9 million in Comprehensive Grant Program
resources. The Housing Authority will also apply for 200 additional Section S Certificates during
FY 1996/97 with an estimated value of$1.6 million(see discussion in Section V.B.1):
CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds are allocated to the County by formula through the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD). HOPWA funds are allocated by HUD
to the City of Oakland as the Eligible Metropolitan Area for all Entitlement Jurisdictions in
Alameda and Contra Costa County. By consensus of the Entitlement Jurisdictions, HOPWA
funds are divided between Alameda and Contra Costa Jurisdictions based on the proportionate
number of individuals with AIDS in each County. The HOME, CDBG, HOPWA, and ESG
programs are implemented through the County Community Development Department. County
RDA funds represent 20 percent of the annual tax increment generated by the County's five
Redevelopment Areas: Bay Point;North Richmond; Oakley;Pleasant Hill BART; and Rodeo.
CDBG, HOME, HOPWA, and ESG funds are allocated through a competitive application
process administered by the County Community Development Department. The Department
works with the Affordable Housing Finance Committee to develop specific funding
recommendations for CDBD and HOME which are submitted to the Board of Supervisors for
review and approval. Recommendations concerning the use of HOPWA funds are developed by
the Department in conjuction with representatives of the County's Entitlement Jurisdictions and
the Health Services Department. Recommendations for both HOPWA and ESG funds are
presented to the Board for final approval. The County.RDA works proactively with nonprofit
and for-profit affordable housing developers to rehabilitate and provide additional affordable
housing opportunities in the County's redevelopment areas in a manner consistent with currently
approved redevelopment plans. Eligible activities, funding criteria, and application procedures for
each of these funding sources are summarized in the following.
H.Li Contra Costa Consortium FY 1996/97 HOME Investment Partnership Act Funds
Eligible activities include:
• acquisition, rehabilitation, and new construction of affordable multifamily rental housing
for very-low and low-income households;
• owner-occupied housing rehabilitation loan programs for very-low and low-income
households; and
• first-time homebuyer's assistance for very-low and low-income households18.
18Resale restrictions for the first-time homebuyer's program are described in the Action Plan Appendix,page AP-1.
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Federal regulations require the County to reserve 15 percent of the FY 1996/97 HOME allocation
or $312,255 for investment in affordable housing developed, sponsored, or owned by Community
Housing Development Organizations(CHDOs)." In addition, a maximum of$50,000 from the
Consortium's overall HOME allocation will be available for CHDO administrative and operating
costs incurred in the development and implementation of HOME-assisted projects. Projects must
be located in the Contra Costa Consortium area(all of Contra Costa County with the exception of
the City of Richmond).
Funding criteria for the HOME Program include:
• consistency with Consortium priorities identified in the Consolidated Plan;
• eligibility under federal regulations;
• target population and alleviation of identified need;
• feasibility and cost-effectiveness;
• matching funds(25 percent from non-federal sources required)";
• experience in affordable housing development and management;
• proposed affirmative marketing-program; and
6 timing.
In addition to these criteria, the County evaluates all proposed projects in order to ensure that
approval of the requested funds will not result in excessive layering of federal expenditures on the
project and that the total subsidies requested are the minimum needed to ensure project feasibility.
A Notice of Funding Availability(NOFA)was distributed to over 80 jurisdictions, public
agencies, affordable housing developers and interest groups active in the Urban County and
Consortium area. Applications were reviewed by the Community Development Department and
the Contra Costa Affordable Housing Committee, with recommendations provided to the Board
of Supervisors on March 12, 1996. A summary description of housing projects approved for
HOME funding is included in Table 3.
19 CHDOs are nonprofit organizations active in the development of affordable housing in Contra Costa County. In
order to be eligible as a CHDO,nonprofits must satisfy specific criteria defined in the HOME regulations. Note that the IS
percent set-aside represents a nummuni funding level. Depending on specific funding requirements,CHDOs may apply
and will be considered for HOW funding in excess of this amount.
20HONE funds used for HONE program administration and CHDO operating support do not require a match.
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H.l.ii. Contra Costa County Community Development Block Grant Funds
Eligible affordable housing activities include:
• acquisition and/or clearance of sites for affordable housing development;
• housing rehabilitation;
• first-time homebuyer assistance;
• new housing construction(Community-Based Development Organizations only21);
• acquisition,rehabilitation, or new construction of shelter facilities for the homeless and
special needs populations; and
• fair housing activities to alleviate problems of discrimination.
Projects must be located in the Urban County. For FY 1996/97, a combined NOFA for CDBG
and HOME funds was distributed to all interested parties in August of 1995 and applications
submitted in October. Project applications were reviewed in accordance with the following
criteria:
• consistency with program priorities as specified in the Consolidated Plan and the County
Housing Element;
• proposed matching funds(10 percent required for nonprofit organizations, 50 percent for
local government agencies, and 100 percent for-profit entities).
All other funding criteria are the same as those employed for the HOME Program. All CDBG
housing applications were reviewed by the Community Development Department and the Contra
Costa Affordable Housing Finance Committee, with recommendations provided to the Board of
Supervisors for their review and approval on March 12, 1996. A summary description of the
housing projects approved for funding are included in Table 3.
H.l.iii Contra Costa Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Funds
HOPWA funds are available for the following eligible activities:
• acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of residential facilities to provide affordable
rental housing to low-income ambulatory persons with HIV/AIDS
• housing information and appropriate supportive services.
The County anticipates that $270,000 in FY 1996/97 HOPWA funds will be used for the
21Community Based Development Organizations(CBDOs)are defined as non-profit or for-profit organizations
whose primary purpose is community development,including affordable housing development and assistance. In
addition,the CBDO must have a service area primarily within the boundaries of Contra Costa County and must have a
governing body representative of businesses and lower-income residents of that service area.
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development of additional affordable housing for the target population, with the remaining
$70,000 used for housing counseling and case management services. 'HOPWA projects may be
located anywhere in Contra Costa County(cities and unincorporated area).
HOPWA funds are allocated through a competitive application process using criteria similar to
those employed for the HOME Program. However, project sponsors must also demonstrate that
residents of HOPWA-supported housing will have access to appropriate supportive services.
Final allocation of funds among eligible activities will depend on the results of the competitive
application process to be initiated following an allocation of HOPWA funds to the Oakland EMA
by HUD. Projects will be reviewed by Contra Costa Entitlement Jurisdictions and a
representative of the Contra Costa Ryan White Council(County Health Services Department).
Funding recommendations will be submitted to the Board of Supervisors.
H.Liv Contra Costa County EmergenQy Shelter Grant Funds
Eligible activities include:
• renovation, major rehabilitation, or conversion of buildings for use as emergency shelters
for the homeless;
• provision of essential services to the homeless;
• payment of maintenance, operation, insurance, utilities, and furnishings; and
• development and implementation of homeless prevention activities.
The allocation of ESG funds among eligible activities will depend on the results of a competitive
application process to be initiated following an allocation of funds to the County by HUD.
Projects will be reviewed and evaluated based on the following criteria:
• consistency with homeless shelter and service priorities identified in the Consolidated Plan;
• matching funds(100 percent match required).
Projects must be located in the Urban County.
H.Lv Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency Funds
The County RDA works proactively with nonprofit and for-profit developers to revitalize
commercial and residential neighborhoods and increase and maintain the supply of affordable
housing in the redevelopment project areas. A minimum of 15 percent of all housing units built
or substantially rehabilitated in the project areas will be required to be affordable to low-.and
moderate-income households, with a minimum of 40 percent of these units affordable to very-low
income households. On an annual basis, the County reserves a minimum of 20 percent of the
gross tax increment generated by the project areas to the Housing Set-Aside Fund for purposes of
'An estimated$6,000 will be used for program administration.
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expanding and increasing each project area's supply of affordable housing.
Eligible housing activities which may be assisted with RDA Housing Set-Aside Funds include:
• the acquisition, rehabilitation and new construction of multifamily rental housing
affordable to very-low, low and moderate-income households; and
• assistance to first-time homebuyers.
Projects must be located in one of the five County Redevelopment Areas located in Bay Point,
North Richmond, Oakley,Pleasant Hill BART, and Rodeo. The County RDA works with
housing developers to implement quality housing projects which are affordable and enhance the
community in which they are located. All proposed projects are reviewed by the local Municipal
Advisory Committee and/or Project Area Committee with recommendations for funding
submitted to the Board of Supervisors for approval. Organizations interested in exploring
housing development opportunities should contact the County RDA to discuss alternatives and
funding availability.
In addition to the Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency, the following Urban County Cities
currently have Redevelopment Agencies which are active in affordable housing development:
Brentwood; Clayton;Danville;El Cerrito; Hercules; Pinole; Pleasant Hill; San Pablo; and San
Ramon. Estimated Housing Set-Aside Funds potentially available through these RDAs during FY
1995 total just under$4.5 million. Organizations interested in pursuing affordable housing
opportunities in the City redevelopment areas should contact the relevant RDA:
County RDA projects currently in the planning and development stages are described in Section
V.A of the Action Plan.
I. Number of Households to be Assisted
Resources available through the County during FY 1996/97 will be used for affordable housing
projects and activities to assist an estimated 300 very-low and low-income households, including
50 extremely-low and 100 very-low income households. Estimates are based on the results of the
FY 1996/97 CDBG/HOME application process (see Table 3) and prior program experience and
include activities funded through: the Consortium HOME Program; County CDBG, HOPWA,
and ESG; and County RDA Housing Set-Aside funds.
Projects funded through the CDBG program include:
• Rental housing rehabilitation-28 units.
• Owner-occupied housing rehabilitation- 61 units.
• Site acquisition/new construction- 86 units multifamily rental housing.
• Site acquisition/new construction - 12 units rental housing for HIV/AIDS population.
• First-time homebuyer assistance- 65 households.
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• Fair housing counseling- 55 households.
• Legal assistance/fair housing- 50 households
The County estimates that currently unallocated FY 1996/97 CDBG/HDAF, HOME, and
HOPWA resources will be adequate to assist an additional 50 to 100 lower-income households.
In addition to these activities, the County Housing Authority will apply for an additional 200
Section 8 Certificates to assist very-low income households in obtaining affordable rental housing
and will complete the rehabilitation of 40 units of existing public housing in Oakley using
Comprehensive Grant funds. Finally, the County will request additional mortgage authority
adequate to provide first-time homebuyer assistance through the Mortgage Credit Certificate
Program for 40 low- and moderate-income first-time homebuyers.
J. FY 1996/97 Action Plan for CDBG Funds
In order to meet the objectives and needs, Contra Costa County,'by recommendation of the
Family and Human Service, Finance, Economic Development, and Affordable Housing Finance
Committees, and by adoption by the County Board of Supervisors proposes to utilize it's 1996/97
Community Development Block Grant Funds from the United States Department of Housing and
Urban Development for the activities listed below. Recommendations of the Committees are the
results of a competitive application process based on criteria that meets County and federal
objectives. All activities benefit very-low and low-income persons, addressing the Primary
Objective of the CDBG Program.
Per §570.301 Presubmission requirements for CDBG funds, Contra Costa County developed a
FY 1996/97 Action Plan and the projected use of Community Development Block Grant funds
and HOME Investment Partnership Act funds. The proposed statement was published in a
newspaper of general circulation within Contra Costa County on February 5, 1996. A public
hearing for the proposed statement was held on March 12, 1996. The Final Statement was
approved by the County Board of Supervisors on March 12, 1996.
The major objectives of the FY 1996/97 Action Plan are as follows:
A. Provide programs and activities which benefit lower income persons.
B. Prevent or reduce deterioration in designated neighborhoods.
C. Preserve the existing housing stock and increase housing opportunities for lower income
'Contra Costa County is an Urban County in the U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development's
Community Development Block Grant Program. The Urban County includes all unincorporated areas of the County,
plus the cities of Brentwood,Clayton,Danville,El Cerrito,Hercules,Lafayette,Martinez,Moraga,Orinda,Pinole,
Pleasant Hill,San Pablo,and San Ramon.
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persons.
D. Provide incentives for business expansion and stabilization in order to expand
employment opportunities for lower income persons.
E. Improve the public works infrastructure, including storm drainage and street
improvements in lower income areas.
F. Develop neighborhood facilities to serve lower income areas.
G. Provide housing counseling and information services and further fair housing.
H. Remove architectural barriers to the handicapped and increase opportunities for disabled
persons to participate in society.
I. Provide appropriate public services to assist lower income persons and agencies to meet
client needs.
J.1 Sources of Funds
1996/97 Grant(estimated) $3,705,300
Program Income $ . 0
1995/96 Carryover $ 100,622
Total Available for Allocation $3,805,922
J.2 Recommended Allocations
Project/Programs $2,467,415
Program Administration $ 481,689
Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 591,917
Economic Development Assistance Fund $ 190,795
Contingency $ 74,106
Total Funds Allocated $3,805,922
An estimated $500,000 in 1995/96 program income from Housing Rehabilitation Loan Programs
are not included in the above, as these funds,will remain in those programs as revolving loan
funds.
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Contra Costa County
Proposed FY 1996/97 Action Plan
Community Development Block Grant
TABLE 3
Listing of Proposed Activities and Projects
HOME Investment Partnership Act
Sources of Funds:
Total FY 1996/97 HOME Funds(estimated) $2,081,700
Unallocated FY 1995/96 Funds24 $ 350,870
Total Available for Allocation $2,432,570
Recommended Allocations:
Project/Programs $1,912,145*
HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 312,255
HOME Program Administration $ 208,170
Total Allocated $2,432,570
* Includes $760,000 for projects owned, sponsored, and/or developed by Community
Housing Development Organizations(CHDOs).
Individual project descriptions, objectives, and eligible citations are provided in the following.
24Funds are previously unallocated resources from the FY 1995/96 HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund.
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Project Responsible Agency Allocation
H-96-2 Coggins Square BRIDGE Housing Corporation $1,152,14525
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Extremely low, very-low and low-income households.
Geographic Area: Las Juntas Way and Coggins Drive in the unincorporated area near Pleasant Hill
BART, Central County.
The purpose of this project is to provide 86 units of newly constructed multifamily rental housing
affordable to and occupied by lower-income households, including 30 units affordable at 30 percent
of Area Median Income(AMI), 30 at 50 percent AMI, and 26 at 60 percent AMI. The project will
include 42 HOME-assisted units. Funds will be used for site acquisition, permits, and construction.
Sponsor address: 1 Hawthorne Street, Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94105. Phone: (415) 989-
1111. [24 CFR 92.205(a)(1) and 92.206(a) and (b)]. Funding sources for Coggins Square also
include$797,855 in FY 1996/97 CDBG funds (see Table 3 discussion of Community Development
Block Grant-Housing Projects).
H-96-7 Lone Tree Way Rural California Housing Corporation $380,000
Development (CHDO Project)
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Extremely-low, very-low, and low-income first-time homebuyer households.
Geographic Area: vacant site on Lone Tree Way,East of Highway 4 in Brentwood (AP 18-230-38),
East County.
The purpose of this project is to increase the supply of affordable housing and to provide home
ownership opportunities for 65 very-low and low-income households in East County through a
sweat-equity development. HOME funds will be used for site acquisition and, following construction
of the three and four-bedroom homes, will be rolled over into silent second loans for up to 20
extremely-low income participating households. Sponsor address: 2125 19th Street, Suite 101,
Sacramento, CA 95818. Phone: (916)4424731. [24 CFR 92.205(a) and 92.206(b)]. .
H-96-9 Aspen Court Resources for Community Development $380,000
(CHDO Project)
Status: -New.
Beneficiaries: Very-low income and previously homeless persons with AIDS.
Geographic Area: 121 Aspen Drive, Pacheco, Central County.
25 Includes$801,275 in FY 1996/97 funds and$350,870 in previously unallocated resources from the existing FY
1995/96 HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund. .
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The purpose of this project is to increase the supply of permanent, multifamily rental housing
affordable to and occupied by very-low income and previously homeless disabled persons with AIDS.
The Aspen Court project will result in the new construction of 12 one-bedroom units, including one
manager's unit and 11 units for the target population. The Project Sponsor will also be responsible
for working with appropriate public and private agencies to develop a comprehensive support service
program to assist residents in maintaining an independent living status for the longest feasible time.
HOME funds will be used for construction and related soft costs. Sponsor address: 2131 University
Avenue, Suite 224,Berkeley, CA 94704. Phone: (510) 8414410. [24 CFR 92.205(a), 92.206(a)
and 92.206(c)]
H-96-4 HOME Housing Development Contra Costa County $312,255
Assistance Fund Community Development
Department
Status: Continuing
Beneficiaries: Lower-income households.
Geographic Area: Contra Costa Consortium Area?"
Resources are allocated to the HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund for purposes of
funding eligible projects as they develop during the program year. Location and number of
households assisted will depend on specific projects. Funds are available on an open-window
application basis through the Community Development Department(Attention: Principal Planner-
Housing). Sponsor address: 651 Pine Street, 4th floor/north wing, Martinez, CA 94553. Phone:
(510)335-1257 or 335-1253. [24 CFR 92.205(a)]
Emergency Shelter Act
Total FY 1996/97 ESG funds $115,000
Proposed Activities:
Renovation/Conversion of
Buildings for Use as Homeless Shelters
Provision of Essential Services to
Homeless
Shelter Operations
Homeless Prevention
Allocations among eligible activities to specific projects will depend on the results of the competitive
application process.
26Includes all of Contra Costa County with the exception of the City of Richmond.
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Community Development Block Grant
Sources of Funds:
1996/97 Grant (estimated) $3,705,300
Program Income $ 0
1995/96 Carryover $ 100,622
Total Available for Allocation $3,805,922
Recommended Allocations
Project/Programs
Project/Programs $2,467,415
Program Administration $ 481,689
Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 591,917
Economic Development Assistance Fund $ 190,795
Contingency $ 74,106
Total Funds Allocated $3,805,922
An estimated$500,000 in 1995/96 program income from Housing Rehabilitation Loan Programs are
not included in the above, as these funds will remain in those programs as revolving loan funds.
Descriptions of individual projects, national objectives and eligible citations are provided in the
following text.
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Project Responsible Agency Allocation
Housing
H-96-1 Rental Rehabilita- Housing Authority of the No new funds
tion Program County of Contra Costa
Status: Ongoing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income households.
Geographic Area: Urban County, with target areas in Bay Point, Brentwood, Oakley, North
Richmond, Martinez, Crockett, Rodeo, and San Pablo.
The purpose of this project is to increase and maintain the supply of rental housing affordable to and
occupied by extremely-low,very-low,and low-income households. The Housing Authority provides
technical assistance and loans at zero to 3 percent simple interest for purposes of rehabilitating
housing affordable to the target population. During FY 1996/97, the Housing Authority anticipates
using$295,000 in program income(repayment of loans previously made with CDBG, federal Rental
Rehabilitation Program, and HOME funds) in combination with$225,000 in private investor funds
and$10,000 in Housing Authority resources to implement this program and rehabilitate an additional
28 affordable rental units. [24CFR 570.208(a)(3) and 570.202(a)(1)]
H-96-2 Coggins Square BRIDGE Housing Corporation $797,855
Status: New
Beneficiaries: Extremely-low, very-low, and low-income households.
Geographic Area: Las Juntas Way and Coggins Drive in the unincorporated area near
Pleasant Hill BART, Central County.
The purpose of the project is to provide 86 units of newly constructed multifamily rental housing
affordable to and occupied by lower-income households, including 30 units affordable at 30 percent
AMI, 30 at 50%AN% and 26 at 60 percent AMI. Funds will be used for site acquisition. Sponsor
Address: 1 Hawthorne St., Suite 400, San Francisco, CA 94105. Phone: (415) 989-1111 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(3) and 570.201(a)]
H-96-3 Fair Housing Pacific Community Services, Inc. $22,000
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Urban County residents experiencing problems of housing discrimination.
Geographic Area: East County.
The purpose of this project is to alleviate problems of housing discrimination in the Urban County.
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Funds will be used to identify problems of housing discrimination, conduct fair housing training for
housing managers, and provide fair housing counseling services to an estimated ten households
experiencing discrimination in East County. (Supervisory District V). Sponsor Address: 329
Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565 . Phone (510) 439-1056. [24 CFR 570.208(d)(4) and
570.206(c)]
H-96-5 Pleasant Hill Rehabilitation City of Pleasant Hill $50,000
Loan Program Redevelopment Agency
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income homeowners.
Geographic Area: City of Pleasant Hill,
The purpose of the Pleasant Dill Rehabilitation Loan Program is to maintain the supply of affordable
housing through the provision of subsidized housing rehabilitation loans for very-low and low-income
homeowners in Pleasant Hill. During FY 1996/97, this program will provide an estimated 15 loans,
including a minimum of three to be funded with CDBG funds. Sponsor Address: 100 GregoryLane,
Pleasant Hill, CA 94523. Phone: (510) 671-5266. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) and 570.202(a)(1)]
H-96-6 Fair Housing Shelter,Inc. $27,000
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Urban County residents experiencing problems of housing discrimination.
Geographic Area: Central and West County.
The purpose of this project is to alleviate problems of housing discrimination in the Urban County.
Funds will be used to identify problems of housing discrimination, conduct fair housing training for
housing managers, and to provide fair housing counseling services to an estimated 45 households
experiencing discrimination in Central and West County (Supervisory Districts I-IV). Sponsor
Address: 1070 Concord Avenue, Suite 200, Concord, CA. 94520. Phone (510) 827-3598. [24
CFR 570.208(d)(4) and 570.206(c)]
H-96-8 Fair Housing Contra Costa Legal Services $30,000
Foundation
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Urban County residents experiencing problems of housing discrimination.
Geographic Area: Urban County.
The purpose of the project is to alleviate problems of housing discrimination through direct legal
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assistance to households experiencing discrimination and to assist in implementation of the County's
analysis of impediments to fair housing. Funds will be used to identify problems of housing
discrimination and to provide services to an estimated 50 households experiencing discrimination in
the Urban County. Sponsor Address: 1017 MacDonald Avenue, Richmond, CA 94802. Phone:
(510)233-9954. [24 CFR 570.208(d)(4) and 570.206(c)].
H-96-10 Residential Rehabilitation City of San Pablo $120,000
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Low-income homeowners.
Geographic Area: City of San Pablo.
The purpose of the City of San Pablo Housing Rehabilitation Program is to maintain the supply of
affordable housing owned and occupied by very-low and low-income households in San Pablo. Funds
will be used to provide zero and low-interest housing rehabilitation loans to very-low and low-income
owner-occupants. The additional CDBG funds in combination with program income estimated at
$50,000 and City resources will provide 10 to 15 new loans. Sponsor Address: One Alvarado
Square, San Pablo, CA. Phone: (510) 215-3030. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) and 570.202(a)(1)].
H-96-12 Neighborhood Preservation Contra Costa County Building $250,000
Program Inspection Department
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Low-income homeowners.
Geographic Area: Urban County with the exception of San Pablo and Pleasant Hill.
The purpose of the County Neighborhood Preservation Program is to maintain the supply of
affordable housing owned and occupied by very-low and low-income households. Funds will be used
for program administration and to provide zero and low interest rehabilitation loans to lower-income
owner-occupants. The additional CDBG funds in combination with program income estimated at
$400,000 will provide 30 to 34 new loans. Sponsor Address: 651 Pine Street, 4th Floor, Martinez,
CA 94553. Phone: (510) 335-1144. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) and 570.202(a)(1)].
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H-96-13 Housing Development Contra Costa County $591,917
Assistance Fund CDBG Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons and households.
Geographic Area: Urban County.
Resources are allocated to the Housing Development Assistance Fund for purposes of funding eligible
affordable housing projects as they develop during the program year. Location and number of
households assisted will depend on specific projects. Funds are available on an,open-window
application basis through the Community Development Department (Attention: Principal Planner-
Housing). Sponsor Address: 651 Pine Street,4th Floor,North Wing, Martinez, CA.94553. Phone:
(510)335-1257 or 335-1253. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(3), 570.201(a)(c)(d) and(n), 570.202(a)(1)(2)
and (4), and 570.204(a)].
Economic Development
ED 1 The Care Connection Registry Family and Community Services $50,000
Of Contra Costa
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low income persons.
Geographic Area: Urban County.
The purpose of this project is to train persons as home health care workers and assist in placement.
A total of nine trainings will be held training approximately 109 Urban County persons. Of those
receiving training approximately 84 persons will be placed on the registry for job placement. A
registry is maintained for continued placement. Funds will be used for operating costs of this
program. Sponsor Address: 1300 Civic Drive,Walnut_Creek, CA Phone: (510) 937-8311 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(4) and 570.204(c)(1)]
ED 4 Small Business Management Private Industry Council $30,000
Assistance Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Businesses owned by very-low and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: Urban County.
The purpose of this program is to provide technical assistance and management counseling to
approximately three small start-up and expanding businesses owned by very-low and low-income
persons. Funds will be used for operating costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 2425 Bisso
Lane, Concord, CA. Phone: (510) 646-5249 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.203(b)]
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ED 6 Child Care Provider Training Contra Costa Child Care $9,500
and Retention Council
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: Urban County.
The purpose of this program is to provide training necessary to receive or maintain state licensing as
a child care provider. The program will provide training to approximately 250 persons. Funds will
be used for operating costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 2450 Stanwell Drive#110, Concord,
CA. Phone: (510) 676-5442 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.204(c)(1)]
ED 8 Opportunities for People and Rubicon Programs, Inc. $40,000
Employers Now! (OPEN)
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: Unincorporated Community of North Richmond.
The purpose of this program is to create jobs and expand employment utilizing a "supportive
employment" approach in cooperation with new and existing businesses. The program will assess
150 persons and place 80 persons from the North Richmond Community. The program works with
the Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency to attract new businesses. Funds will be used for
the operating costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 2500 Bissell Avenue,Richmond, CA Phone:
(510) 235-1516 {24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.203(b)]
ED 9 Next Step Employment St. Vincent de Paul Society $40,500
Leasing Project of Contra Costa
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: East County.
The purpose of this program is to provide vocational training and job placement of 15 low-income
persons. Persons will be placed in either St. Vincent de Paul-related businesses or other businesses.
Funds will be used for training costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 2210 Gladstone, Pittsburg,
CA 94565 Phone: (510)439-6063 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.204(a)(2)]
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ED 10 Employment Development for Foundation for Understanding $20,000
Low and Middle Income Groups & Enhancement(FUNEN)
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income Persons.
Geographic Area: Central and East County.
The purpose of this project is to provide entry level computer training and job placement to 70
very-low and low-income persons. Funds will be used for the training costs of this program. Sponsor
Address: 1320 Mt. Diablo Blvd., Suite E, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. Phone: (510)935-2085. [24
CFR 570.208(a)(2)(iv) and 570.204(c)(1)]
ED 11 Work Experience Project Rubicon Programs, Inc. $75,000
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Homeless, very-low, and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: West County with the exception of the City of Richmond.
The purpose of this program is to provide work experience and subsequent job placement for 30
persons. The program provides assessment, and skill building needed to maintain employment.
Funds will be used for the operational costs of the program. Sponsor Address: 2500 Bissell Avenue,
Richmond, CA Phone: (510) 235-1516 {24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(iv) and 570.203(c)]
ED 12 Economic Development Contra Costa County $190,795
Assistance Fund Community Development Dept.
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: Urban County.
This fund is set aside to provide funding for eligible economic development projects and programs
throughout the Urban County as they arise during the program year. Sponsor Address: 651 Pine
Street, 4th Floor, North Wing, Martinez, CA 94553. Phone: (510) 335-1259. [24 CFR
570.208(a)(1), (2) and (4), and 570.203, 570.204 and 570.205]
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ED 13 Loan Packaging and Marketing Pacific Community Services No New Funds
Program Inc.
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Owner Operated Small Businesses.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide zero or low-interest loans to owner-operated business for
business expansion or startup Assisted businesses must commit to the employment of very-low and
low-income persons. The program also provides technical assistance in applying for loans through
the Small Business Administration. Carryover CDBG funds and program income is estimated at
$100,000 which will provide 5 loans. Funds will be used for loans and administrative costs of the
program. Sponsor Address: 329 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565. Phone(510)439-1056.
[24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.203(b)]
ED 14 Small Business Micro Loan Private Industry Council No New Funds
Program (PIC)
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this project is to provide small seed, capital loans to five very-low and low-income
persons to start their own business. The amount of carry over funds is $10,000. This program
collaborates with the Small Business Management Assistance Program. Sponsor Address: 2425
Bisso Lane, Concord, CA. Phone: (510) 646-5249 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(4) and 570.203(b)]
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Open 1 Refurbish Manholes Phase H Rodeo Sanitary District $32,140
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Residents of the Community of Rodeo.
Geographic Area: Rodeo-West County.
Rodeo Sanitary District provides sanitation services to the unincorporated community of Rodeo in
West County. The purpose of the.project is to reconstruct 12 deteriorated manholes in the
downtown area of Rodeo which have been determined to be a health hazard. Funds requested will
be used for materials and labor related to reconstruction of manholes. Sponsor Address: P.O. Box
97, Rodeo, CA 94572. Phone: (510) 799-2970 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)(I) and 570.201(c)
Census Tract 3580, Block Groups 1,2,3, and 4.
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Open 2 Boys' and Girls' Club Roof Boys' and Girls' Club of Martinez $20,000
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth and families.
Geographic Area: City of Martinez.
The Boy's and Girls Club of Martinez provides youth educational and sports activities to the residents
of Martinez. The purpose of this project is to replace the root refinish the gymnasium floor and paint
the building exterior. CDBG funds should allow for the roof replacement. Funds requested will be
used for material and labor. Sponsor Address: 1301 Alhambra Avenue,Martinez, CA 94553 Phone:
(510)228-3677. [24 CFR 570.2010 and 570.208(a)(2)(D)]
Open 4 ADA Improvements Contra Costa County- County $25,000
Main Library Administrator's Office
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Residents of Contra Costa County.
Geographic Area : Urban County.
The Main Library,located on Oak Park Blvd., in the City of Pleasant Hill, serves all County residents
except the City of Richmond. The purpose of the project is to make the library accessible to people
with disabilities consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Funds will be used to install
automatic doors at the library main entrance. Sponsor Address; 651 Pine Street, 11th Floor,
Martinez, CA 94553. Phone: (510)646-1021 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
Open 6 Cerrito Vista Park City of El Cerrito $18,500
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Youth, Adults and Seniors.
Geographic Area: El Cerrito -West County.
The Cerrito Vista Park is the City's only multi-use park. The purpose of the project is to make the
park accessible to persons with disabilities consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Funds
requested will be used for rehabilitation of the concession stand and public restrooms.
Sponsor Address: 10890 San Pablo Avenue,El Cerrito, CA 94530. Phone: (510)215-4360. [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
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Open 9 ADA Improvements Morello City of Pleasant Hill $15,000
and Taylor Blvd.
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Visually impaired.
Geographic Area: Pleasant Hill - Central County.
The purpose of the project is to modify traffic signals at Morello and Taylor Blvds. in Pleasant Hill
to provide audible feedback to the visually impaired. The intersection provides access to the State
Department of Rehabilitation Offices. Funds will be used for the purchase and installation of an
audible signal. Sponsor Address: 100 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 Phone: (510)671-
5260. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
Open 11 Village Drive Resource Center City of Brentwood $38,875
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-moderate income residents.
Geographic Area: Village Drive Neighborhood -Brentwood.
The City of Brentwood in conjunction with the Village Drive Homeowners Association is proposing
to rehabilitate the Village Drive Community Center. The purpose of the project is to rehabilitate the
Center in order to provide health and human services, as well as educational and recreational
programs within the neighborhood of Village Drive. Funds requested will be used for roof
replacement, carpeting, and minor interior rehabilitation. Sponsor Address: 708 3rd Street,
Brentwood, CA 94513. Phone: (510)634-6918. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1) and 570.201(c)] Census
Tract 3031 Block Groups 3,2,1.
Open 13 Rodeo Area Sidewalks Contra Costa County Redevelopment $35,000
Agency
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: School-aged children and residents.
Geographic Area: Rodeo-West County.
The purpose of this project is to install sidewalks, adjacent to Hillcrest Elementary School, in order
to provide a safe route for children attending the school. Funds requested will be used for materials
and installation of sidewalks on California Street. Sponsor Address: 651 Pine Street, 4th Floor,
North Wing,Martinez, CA 94510. Phone: (510)646-4208 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)(i) and 570.201(c)
Census Tract 3580, Block Groups 1,2,3, and 4.
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Open 17 Shared Community Based Crisis and Suicide Intervention $15,000
Organizations Administrative of Contra Costa
Service Center
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income residents who utilize services of participating non-profits.
Geographic Area: Central County.
The purpose of this project is to determine the feasibility of shared space (either leased or owned)
among multiple non-profit agencies,in order to realize economies of scale, especially in administrative
functions, and thereby increase levels of service to the community. This is a joint proposal between
Crisis and Suicide Intervention and four other non-profit agencies. Funds requested will be used for
the feasibility study. Sponsor Address: 307 Lennon Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94596. Phone: (5 10)
39-1916. [24 CFR 570.208(d)(4) and 570.205(a)(6)
Open 20 City Wide Installation of City of Martinez $33,900
Curb Ramps
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Handicapped and seniors.
Geographic Area: City of Martinez.
The purpose of this project is to install curb ramps, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities
Act, in the area of a senior citizens residence and senior center in downtown Martinez. Funds will
be used for construction of eight aub ramps. Sponsor Address: 525 Henrietta Street,Martinez, CA
94553. Phone: 372-3518 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
Open 23 Pedestrian Ramps City of San Pablo $9,600
Old Town Phase III
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Handicapped and seniors.
Geographic Area: City of San Pablo.
The purpose of this project is to install curb ramps,consistent with the Americans with Disabilities
Act, in the Old Town area of San Pablo. Funds will be used for construction of nine curb ramps.
Sponsor Address: One Alvarado Square, San.Pablo, CA 94806 Phone: (510) 215-3066. [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(k)]
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Open 25 Gregory Gardens School City of Pleasant Hill $6,750
Pathway Improvements
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Children attending Gregory Gardens Elementary School.
Geographic Area: City of Pleasant Hill.
The purpose of this project is to install a curb ramp, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities
Act, at the entrance of a school pathway to Gregory Gardens Elementary School in the City of
Pleasant Hill. Funds will be used for construction of one curb ramp. Sponsor Address: 100 Gregory
Lane,Pleasant FK CA 94523 Phone: (510)671-5260. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A)and 570.201(k)]
Projects to be funded if FY 1996/96 CDBG Grant is higher than estimated
Open 23 Pedestrian Ramps City of San Pablo 1st Priority
Old Town Phase III
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Handicapped and Seniors.
Geographic Area: City of San Pablo.
Additional funding would provided to this project recommended for funding at $9,600. The purpose
of this project is to install curb ramps,consistent with the Americans With Disabilities Act, in the Old
Town area of San Pablo. Funds will be used for construction of nine curb ramps. Sponsor Address:
One Alvarado Square, San Pablo, CA 94806 Phone: (510)215-3066. (24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A)
and 570.201(k)]
OPEN 12 Knightsen Avenue Frontage Knightsen Town Advisory 2nd Priority
Improvements-Phase H Council
Status: New
Beneficiaries: Residents of the Community of Knightsen.
Geographic Area: Knightsen-East County
The purpose of this project is to repair existing sidewalks and to install new sidewalks for the mixed
residential and commercial area of Knightsen. This is a joint effort between the Knightsen Town
Advisory Council and the Contra Costa County Department of Public Works. Funds will be used for
repair and construction of sidewalks. -Sponsor Address: P.O. Box 170, Knightsen, CA 94548.
Phone: (510) 625-0630. [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)(i) and 570.201(c)] Census tract 3020.02 Block
Group 1.
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Open 1- Refurbish Manholes Phase H Rodeo Sanitary District 3rd Priority
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Residents Community of Rodeo.
Geographic Area: Rodeo-West County.
Additional funds would be allocated to this project to refurbish a greater number of manholes. Rodeo ,
Sanitary District provides sanitation services to the unincorporated community of Rodeo in West
County. The purpose of the project is to reconstruct 12 deteriorated manholes in the downtown area
of Rodeo which have been determined to be a health hazard. Funds requested will be used for
materials and labor related to reconstruction of manholes. Sponsor Address: P.O. Box 97,Rodeo,
CA 94572. Phone: (510) 700-2970 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(1)(i) and 570.201(c)].
Census Tract 3580, Block Groups 1,2,3, and 4.
Public Service
PS 1 Senior Services Network Pleasant Hill Recreation and Park Dept. $7,500
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors.
Geographic Area: Pleasant Hill area- Central County.
The purpose of this program is to provide on-site case management to seniors who need assistance
with entitlements, services, and support for crisis and other serious concerns. The program provides
a 15 hours per week Care Manager at the Pleasant Bill Senior Center. The program expects to serve
150 persons and provide out reach to 1,100 elderly persons. Requested funds will be used for
operating costs of this program. Sponsor address: 147 Gregory Lane, Pleasant Hill. Phone:
(510)798-8788. [24 CFR 570.208 (a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 2 Retired & Seniors Family& Community Services $9,792
Volunteer Program of Contra Costa
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: various.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to recruit, interview, and place seniors/retired persons as .volunteers
in community agencies and schools/libraries throughout the County. Volunteers are placed in tutorial,
advocacy,food and nutrition, and health care programs. Requested funds will be used for operating
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costs for this program. The program expects to place approximately 250 volunteers who will
provide approximately 27,462 units of service. Sponsor address: 1300 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek.
Phone: (510) 937-8311, ext.117. [24 CFR570.208 (a)(2)(C) and 570.201(e)]
PS 4 Food Bank and Nutrition Diablo Valley AIDS $15,000
Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Persons and families.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to meet the nutritional needs of very-low and low-income people with
HIV/AIDS to help maintain the clients' independence and self-sufficiency. The program will provide
clients and their dependents with nutritionally sound groceries for 4 to 5 days each week. The
program expects to serve approximately 27 persons and their families per week through the program
year which equals approximately 1,375 bags of groceries. Funds requested will be used for salaries
and operating costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 2253 Concord Blvd, Concord, CA 94520.
Phone: (510) 686-3822 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 5 Senior Escort Service Family and Community Services $9,000
of Contra Costa
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors.
Geographic Area: West County.
The purpose of this program is to provide escort and errand service to frail seniors in West County.
This includes one on one assistance, paratransit assistance and vouchers, and the errand service. The
program expects to serve approximately 220 seniors. Requested funds will be used for salaries and
operating costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 1300 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek, CA 94596.
Phone: (510) 937-8311 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A)and 570.201(e)]
PS 6 Multilingual Crisis and Center for New Americans $30,000
Intervention and Support Service
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Low/Mod Immigrants(persons and families).
Geographic Area: Countywide (except North Richmond).
The purpose of this program is to provide multi-lingual services to newly arrived immigrants and
refugees. The program will provide services such as: crisis intervention, information and referral,
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needs assessment, and employment development. The program expects to provide cross cultural
counseling to 250 persons and information and referral to 200 persons. Requested funds will be used
for salaries and operating costs of this program. Sponsor Address: 1776 Ygnacio Valley Road, Suite
105, Walnut Creek, CA 94598 Phone: 939-3442 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)
PS 8 Program Director Boy and Girls Club of Martinez $7,800
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth ages 7 to 19.
Geographic Area: Martinez and Rodeo.
The purpose of this program is to provide organized and.supervised programs to youth. The program
will provide programs in the following areas: personal adjustment, citizenship and leadership
development, cultural enrichment, health and physical education, outdoor and environmental
education. The program will serve 300 youths from Martinez and 80 youths from Rodeo. Requested
funds will be used for program director's salary. Sponsor Address: 1301 Alhambra Ave.,Martinez,
CA 94553 Phone: (510) 228-3677) [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A)and 570.201(e)]
PS 9 Prepared and Perishable Contra Costa Food Bank $12,000
Food Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income persons and families.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to utilize donated ready-to-eat food from corporate cafeterias,
schools,hospitals,caterers,and selected restaurants in Contra Costa by a pickup and delivery system.
Food is transported in a refrigerated van and delivered to soup kitchens and other charitable
organizations who provide meals on site. The program will provide 72,000 meals which equals
90,000 pounds of food. Requested funds will be used for salaries, rent and fuel. Sponsor Address:
5121 Port Chicago Highway, Concord, CA 94520 Phone: (510) 671-7933 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(D) and 570.201(e)]
PS 10 Senior Home Equity Eden Council for Hope and $8,500
Conversion Counseling Opportunity
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide unbiased, neutral information and counseling about the
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various reverse mortgage programs for seniors. Reverse mortgages are designed to assist seniors to
remain in their homes by taking advantage of being "house rich and cash poor". The program will
provide professional staff to provide 67 telephone inquiries for information and 40 intensive
counseling sessions to seniors and their families to identify the type of mortgage which potentially
best serves their needs. Requested funds will be used to pay salaries and operating expenses.
Sponsor Address: 770 A Street, Hayward, CA 94541. Phone: (510) 537-4793 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 11 Crisis Assistance and Cambridge Community Center $10,000
Homeless Service
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Homeless, Very-low and low-income persons and families.
Geographic Area: Central County.
The purpose of this program is to provide basic needs such as; food, clothing, toiletries, bedding and
other essential household items to homeless persons and others in need. The program provides, with
the assistance of volunteers, clothing vouchers,food and other essential needs, information on shelter
and transportation vouchers through a storefront facility. The facility will be open 25 hours per week
and overall program will provide assistance to 600 persons. If fully funded the program intends to
expand its operation to include job training. Funds requested will be used for salaries and rent,
utilities and transportation vouchers. Sponsor Address: 1135 Lacey Lane, Concord, CA 94520
Phone: 798-1078 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 12 Jobs Plus: A Prevocational Independent Living Resource of $10,000
Training and Technical Contra Costa
Assistance Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Disabled.
Geographic Area: Countywide
The purpose of this program is to provide vocational services to the disabled. The program will
provide job counseling and training in pre-employment skills, and job placement assistance to 150
persons. Approximately 25 persons will be employed. The program will also provide outreach to
200 employers on accommodations for disabled, employer incentive programs, and placement
relationships. Funds requested will be used for salaries and operating expenses. Sponsor Address:
3811 Alhambra Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553 Phone: 229-9200 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and
570.201(e)]
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PS 13 Child-Parent Enrichment Family Stress Center $10,000
Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income families.
Geographic Area: Martinez, Pacheco, Bay Point, Brentwood, Oakley, Hercules, San
Pablo, and adjacent unincorporated areas.
This purpose of this program is to provide a home visitation program for families at high risk for
abuse and neglect. The program provides counseling and support for eight to ten families by teaching
basic parenting skills and assisting them in obtaining critical community resources. Families are
referred from County and Community agencies. Funds requested will be used for salaries Sponsor
Address: 2086 Commerce Avenue, Concord, CA 94520. Phone: 827-0212 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 14 Child Assault Prevention Family Stress Center $15,000
Program (CAP)
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth, families.
Geographic Area: Schools in Martinez, Bay Point, Brentwood, and Oakley.
The purpose of this program is to educate children in order to prevent them from becoming victims
of child abuse. The program teaches, through classroom presentations, children ages 3 to 18, how
to recognize abuse, and strategies to deal effectively with potentially dangerous situations.
Presentations will be made to approximately 540 students. The program also provides opportunities
for children and teens to talk about and get help if necessary in dealing with abusive situations.
Training will be provided to 80 parents and 45 teachers. Funds requested will be used for salaries.
Sponsor Address: 2086 Commerce Avenue, Concord, CA 94520. Phone: (510) 827-0212 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(C)]
PS 16 Ombudsman Services of Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa $10,000
Contra Costa
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to investigate and resolve complaints and concerns of the frail elderly
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and dependent adults in nursing homes and residential care facilities. The program trains volunteers
to be certified Ombudsman. Ombudsman visit nursing homes and residential care facilities on a
regular basis thereby maintaining a presence in order to safeguard the rights of the long-term care
resident. Approximately 700 persons will receive services. Funds for this program will be used for
salaries and operating costs. Sponsor Address: 1601 Sutter Street, Suite A, Concord, CA 94520
Phone: (510) 685-2070 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A)]
PS 18 Support Services and Case AIDS Project of Contra Costa $17,500
for People with HIV/AIDS
Management
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income people with HIV/AIDS.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide case management services to people with HIV/AIDS. The
program will provide assistance to those in financial need by providing vouchers for food and
transportation, support groups,various forms of therapy, and volunteer buddies, and information and
referral. For all program areas a minimum of 50 persons will be served. The funds requested will
be used for salaries,rent and insurance. Sponsor Address: 2280 Diamond Boulevard, Concord, CA
94520 Phone: (510) 356-2437 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 19 Housing& Homeless Contra Costa Legal Services $15,000
Assistance Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income families, seniors, disabled.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide supportive services to households experiencing housing
and homeless problems. Services include advice and counseling. brief advocacy services, and direct
representation before judicial and administrative tribunals. Legal service will be provide to a
minimum of 350 residents. Funds requested will be used for salaries, library services;postage, and
supplies. Sponsor Address: P.O. Box 2289, Richmond, CA 94802 Phone: (510)236-6846 [24
CFR 570.208(a)(2)(C) and 570.201(e)]
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PS 20 Sexual Assault Intervention Rape Crisis Center $20,000
and Prevention
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Victims of sexual assault.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide supportive services to victims of sexual assault and/or
abuse and their families. Services include 24 hour crisis intervention(telephone), 24 hour in-person
accompaniment to medical exam and legal reporting, court hearings, follow-up counseling, and
prevention services. The program will provide support services to 195 victims. Funds requested will
be used for salaries. Sponsor Address: 2023 Vale Road, Suite 2, San Pablo, CA 94806 Phone: 237-
0113 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)
PS 21 Child Assault Prevention Rape Crisis Center $17,000
Project-Teen Program
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth.
Geographic Area: Central and West County.
The purpose of this program is-to prevent sexual assault from occurring among teens, and increasing
awareness of resources available to victim. The program will provide 40 in-school presentations and
discussion on issues such as date rape, and other forms of sexual violence, information and
prevention, and defense skills to approximately 1,200 students. Funds requested will be used for
salaries. Sponsor Address: 2023 Vale road, Suite 2, San Pablo, CA 94806. Phone: 237-0113 [24
CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)]
PS 22 Circle of Care Hospice of Contra Costa $25,000
(Facility-based care for PWA)
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Person with AIDS (PWA).
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide facility based care for respite and end-of-life care for
people in the later stages of AIDS. The program provides case management and collaborates with
five skilled nursing facilities to provide facility based care. The program will serve approximately 47
AIDS patients. Funds requested will be used to offset costs of care. Sponsor Address: 2051
Harrison Street, Concord, CA 94520 Phone: (510) 609-1830 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and
570.201(e)]
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PS 24 Alzheimer's Respite Center West County Adult Day Care $10,000
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors, disabled, families.
Geographic Area: West County.
The purpose of this program is to provide sheltered day care services five days a week to Alzheimer's
victims and other elderly persons who need constant supervision. The program provides meals,
personal grooming assistance, a variety of therapies, social activities, and a monthly family support
group. Day care services will be provided to 13 elderly persons. Funds requested will be used for
rent and salaries. Sponsor Address: 1015 Nevin, Suite 108,Richmond,CA 94801 Phone: (510) 235-
6276 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 28 Homeless Shelter Program Contra Costa County $88,495
for Single Adults Health Services Department
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Homeless.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide emergency shelter to single adults on a year round basis,
and a structured program that is designed to move residents toward establishing self-sufficiency. The
program provides shelter, including meal, laundry facilities, mail, and telephones to 120 homeless
persons. Funds requested will be used for operating costs to keep the shelter open May through June.
Sponsor Address: 597 Center Street, Suite 200, Martinez, CA 94533 Phone: (510)372-5385 [24
CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 29 Battered Women's Battered Woman's Alternative $20,000
Alternatives' Youth Education
and Support Services
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Youth and families.
Geographic Area: East and West County.
The purpose of this program is to provide a community based relationship violence and substance
abuse prevention program with an alliance building component for at-risk youth parents and
professionals. The program will provide classroom presentations to 2,000 youth, individual and group
counseling,training for 24 peer counselors, 240 parents and professionals. Funds requested will be
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used for salaries. Sponsor Address: P.O. Box 6406, Concord, CA 94524 Phone: (510) 229=0885
[24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(C) and 570.201(e)]
PS 31 Midnight Basketball League Mt. Diablo Region YMCA $10,000
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth/adults 17 to 25 years.
Geographic Area: Bay Point-East County.
The purpose of this program is to provide a comprehensive program focusing on prevention of risky.,
behavior among economically disadvantaged young males with basketball as the "hook". The
program will provide to. 60 youth/adult organized basketball, GED preparation, employment
preparation and development workshops, information and referral, mentorship. Funds requested will
be used for salaries. Sponsor Address: 395 Civic Drive, Suite G,Pleasant Hill, CA 94523 Phone:
(510) 609-9622 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(D) and 570.201(e)]
PS 34 Multi-Cultural Family Neighborhood House $45,000
& Senior Center of North Richmond
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income residents.
Geographic Area: North Richmond-West County.
The purpose of this project is to provide comprehensive social services, in an ethnically sensitive
manner, to 450 residents of the North Richmond community. The program provides, in
collaboration with other community agencies, nutrition programs, information and referral,
educational programs, arts and crafts, and social programs reflective of the areas cultural diversity.
Funds requested will used for salaries and operting support. Sponsor Address: 305 Chesley Avenue,
Richmond, CA 94801 Phone: (510) 235-9780 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)]
PS 35 Villa San Ramon San Ramon Redevelopment Agency $25,000
"Conserv" Program City of San Ramon
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors.
Geographic Area: San Ramon- South Central County.
The purpose of this project is to augment the costs associated with the congregate services package
at Villa San Ramon. . Villa San Ramon is a congregate care facility for seniors, which provides meals,
transportation, maid service, and social activities. The funds requested will be used to subsidize the
cost of congregate care for the 24 low income residents. Sponsor Address: 2225 Camino Ramon,
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San Ramon, CA 94583 Phone : (510) 275-2280 Ext.2251 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and
570.201(e)]
PS 37 YWCA-Family YWCA-Young Women's $20,000
Empowerment Program Christian Association
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income families.
Geographic Area: Bay Point.
The purpose of this program is to provide the following services, expanded child care to 79 children,
leadership for 30 middle-school aged youth,health care support, and job training classes and services
to 75 families. The program will provide, through its existing site; child care(ages 3 to 10); Youth
leadership in ethics, communication/time management, diversity/conflict resolution, and volunteer
placement;physical and mental health care program;job training skills. Funds requested will be used
for salaries and supplies. Sponsor Address: 1355 Willow Way, Suite 275, Concord, CA 94520
Phone: (510) 689-9858 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(D) and 570.201(e)]
PS 38 After School Performing East Bay Center for the $22,000
Arts Program Performing Arts
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth.
Geographic Area: North Richmond, San Pablo.
The purpose of this program is to provide education and instruction in the multi-cultural and multi-
ethnic performing art forms of our time. The program will provide a minimum of 19 classes to
children kindergarten through 8th grade in music (vocal and instrumental), dance, and drama.
Approximately 315(unduplicated)students will be served. Funds requested will be used for salaries,
outreach, and supplies. Sponsor Address: 339-11th Street,Richmond, CA 94801 Phone: (510)234-
5624 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B)and 570.201(e)]
PS 39 Emergency Shelter for . Crisis and Suicide Intervention $7,000
Homeless Families and
Victims of Violence
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Homeless, families, victims of violence.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this project is to provide emergency shelter for families with serious health or safety
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risks who have no other immediate shelter available. The program will provide motel vouchers for
one or two nights, and counseling to clients to assist in them in locating long term shelter. The
program will provide 140 nights of emergency shelter for approximately 90 families. Funds requested
will be used to purchase motel vouchers. Sponsor Address: 307 Lennon Lane, Walnut Creek, CA
94596 Phone: (510)939-1916 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 40 24-Hour Crisis Lines Crisis and Suicide Intervention $12,000
for Urban County Residents
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Urban County residents.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide 24-hour crisis counseling. The program will provide 24-
hour, toll free crisis lines, staffed by professionally trained volunteers to assist those who are
depressed, anxious,financially troubled,in crisis due to problems or traumatic events. The program
expects to serve over 17,000 Urban County residents. The sponsor collaborates with several county
agencies and non-profit organizations. Funds requested will be used for salaries and operating costs.
Sponsor Address: 307 Lennon Lane, Walnut Creek, CA 94596 Phone: (510) 939-1916 [24 CFR
570.208(a)(2)(I), 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 41 Emergency Housing and Shelter, Inc. $25,000
Homeless Services
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Lower-income households.
Geographic Area: Central and West County.
The purpose of this program is to provide services that assist residents in maintaining their housing.
The program provides landlord tenant counseling, rental /mortgage assistance (direct funds),and
home owner assistance. For all program areas, approximately 610 persons will receive assistance.
Funds requested will be used for salaries. Sponsor Address: 1070 Concord Avenue, Suite 200,
Concord, CA 94520 Phone: (510) 827-3598 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(C) and 570.201(e)]
PS 44 Independent Living Skills Lions Blind Center of Diablo Valley $10,000
for the Visually Handicapped
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Seniors;Disabled.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
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The purpose of this program is to provide 40 newly blind adults with the self-help skills they need to
maintain or regain their independence,thereby avoiding institutionalization. The program will provide
two professionals, skilled in teaching the newly blind independent living skills in the clients home.
Funds requested will be used for salaries. Sponsor Address: 175 Alvarado Avenue, Pittsburg, CA
94565 Phone: (510) 432-3013 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(A) and 570.201(e)]
PS 47 Employment Aftercare Opportunity West $10,000
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Youth(15 to 21).
Geographic Area: West County.
The purpose of this program is to provide a continuum of services designed to reduce recidivism of
youth by providing pre-employment,vocational training, and job training. The program will provide
a collaboration of services designed to provide identified youth with educational and job training
programs,job placement, and follow-up. CDBG funds will provide service to one individual. Funds
requested will be used for salaries. Sponsor Address: 3720 Barrett Avenue, Richmond, CA 94805
Phone: (510)236-5812 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B) and 570.201(e)]
PS 49 Comprehensive Housing Pacific Community Services, $10,000
Counseling Inc.
Status: Continuing.
Beneficiaries: Families.
Geographic Area: East County.
The purpose of this program is to provide direct housing counseling services to people in need. The
program provides counseling in the following areas: landlord tenant relations, mortgage default and
delinquency counseling, pre-purchase/rental, educational, and information and referral services. For
all program areas approximately 300 persons will receive assistance. Funds requested will be used
for salaries and operating expenses. Sponsor Address: 329 Railroad Avenue, Pittsburg, CA 94565
Phone: (510)439-1056 [24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(C) and 570.201(e)]
Projects to be funded if FY 1996/96 CDBG Grant is higher than estimated Grant amount.
PS 33 Vocational Mentoring Project Neighborhood House of 1st Priority
North Richmond
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Very-low and low-income youth and their families.
Geographic Area: North Richmond and San Pablo -West County.
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The purpose of this program is to provide youth at risk with vocational mentors, and case
management in order to assist them in completing their high-school education, and to prepare for
future careers. The program will provide in coordination with the Student Study Team at Richmond
High School, supportive services such as a public health nurse, vocational counselors, community
outreach worker, and adult mentors. This is a collaborative project with Healing Our Nation From
Violence. Healing Our Nation will provide recruitment,training, screening, and matching of mentors
to students. Funds requested will be used for salaries and operating costs of the program.
PS 23 Children At Risk Court Appointed Special 2nd Priority
Representatives
Status: New.
Beneficiaries: Abused Children throughout the Urban County.
Geographic Area: Countywide.
The purpose of this program is to provide court appointed advocacy and representation for children
who are victims of abuse, neglect, or abandonment. The programs trains and provides volunteers
who provide reports to the court and attends juvenile court proceedings, and follow-up. Funds
requested will be used for salaries and case administration costs.
J.3 Quantitative Accomplishments by Activity Type-CDBG
Rehabilitation and Preservation 83 Units
Acquisition 1/86 Units
Fair Housing 105 Clients
Public Improvements-Facilities 2
Public Improvements-Infrastructure 1
Removal of Architectural Barriers
Infrastructure 5
Public Facilities 2
Special Activities (Economic Development) 627 Persons
(4 Programs)
Assistance to For-Profit business 9 Loans
Eligible Planning 1
Public Service
Homeless/homess Prevention 1,770
AIDS/HIV 124
Youth Programs 4,065
Seniors Programs 1,464
Prepared Meals 72,000
All Others 18,808
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K. Monitorinn
K.1 Housing PM.iects and Programs
The Contra Costa County Community Development Department is responsible for the administration
and management of the following federally-funded programs to provide assistance for affordable
housing and homeless shelters: CDBG; HOME;ESG; and HOPWA. All projects funded through
these programs are monitored by the Department to ensure that the projects achieve their approved
objectives in a manner consistent with federal regulations, the Consolidated Plan, and other local
planning requirements. The Department's monitoring procedures consist of the following:
• Prior to funding consideration, all project applications are reviewed to ensure consistency
with federal regulations, the Consolidated Plan, and County Housing Element.
• Following funding approval,Project Sponsors are required to enter into Project Agreements
which specify project objectives, scope of work, eligible activities, performance targets,
project budget,implementation time frame,federal regulatory requirements27, and monitoring
and reporting requirements. In addition, all housing development funds are provided to
projects in the form of a loan, with applicable federal regulations, and affordability and use
restrictions incorporated into the loan documents and effective throughout the loan term.
• During project implementation, project sponsors are required to submit quarterly progress
reports detailing project progress, significant development problems, project funding and
expenditures, outreach to women and minority-owned businesses, and affirmative marketing
activity. In addition, projects are monitored as applicable for compliance with federal
accounting and procurement standards, labor and construction standards, relocation,
affirmative marketing, equal opportunity, fair housing, and other federal requirements.
Projects are also subject to an onsite performance and/or financial audit review on a selective
basis.
• Following project completion,_Project Sponsors are required to submit Project Completion
Reports identifying: project accomplishments; population served, including data on
household characteristics(e.g.,size,income, ethnicity); rent and/or housing affordability; and
total sources and uses of funds.
• Affordable housing development projects(e.g., acquisition, rehabilitation, new construction)
must also submit annual compliance reports designed to ensure continued compliance with
federal regulations, affordability and use restrictions, and other requirements as specified in
project loan documents. In addition, all HOME-assisted projects will be subject to periodic
27 includes compliance with federal regulations concerning: equal opportunity and fair housing;affirmative marketing;
displacement,relocation and acquisition;labor,lead-based paint;conflict of interest;debarment and suspension;the
environment;historic preservation;and flood insurance.
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onsite inspections to ensure continued compliance with federal housing quality standards.28
K.2 Non-Housing_Community Development Projects and Programs
The monitoring for Non-Housing projects and programs are similar to those described for Housing
Projects and Programs.
• Prior to funding consideration, all applications are reviewed for consistency with federal
regulation, Consolidated Plan, and Board of Supervisor policy.
• Following funding approval,Project Sponsors are required to enter into Project Agreements
which specify project objectives,scope of work,applicable timelines and performance targets,
project budget,federal,state and local regulatory requirements, and monitoring and reporting
requirements.
• During project implementation, project sponsors are required to submit quarterly progress
reports detailing project progress toward objectives, problems and/or resolution to meeting
goals, quantitative participation data by ethnicity, income, and household status. Projects
are also subject to an onsite performance and financial audit review on a selective basis.
Priority is given to high-risk programs for onsite performance and/or audit review
• Quarterly reports and request for payment are reviewed for both compliance with Project
Agreement and proper documentation for eligible activities. Project Sponsors are advised of
any procedural errors and or ineligible activities.
• Upon project completion Project Sponsors are required to submit Project Completion Reports
identifying: program/project accomplishments, quantitative participation data or population
served, and total sources and uses of funds.
H. SUMMARY OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND CITIZEN COMMENTS
In preparing the FY 1996-97 Action Plan the County held a Public Hearing on December 11, 1995.
The purpose of the hearing was to obtain citizens', public agencies', and other interested parties'
views on housing and community development needs of the Urban County and to obtain comment
on program performance as described in the Consolidated Plan. In addition, as required by federal
regulations, the FY 1996/97 Action Plan was made available for public review and comment at the
County Community Development Department. Legal notices were published in the Contra Costa
Times,the West County Times, the San Ramon Valley Times, and the Antioch Post Dispatch/Daily
Ledger. In addition, the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors considered and approved the
28Projects with one to 25 HOME-assisted units will be inspected every other year,while projects with more than 25
units will be inspected annually.
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FY 1996/97 Action Plan at their regularly scheduled Board meeting on March 12, 1996. The public
comment period was closed on March 1, 1996. The County received no comments on the FY
. 1996/97 Action Plan.
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M. CERTIFICATIONS
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Consolidated Pian Certifications
In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the consolidated strategy
and plan regulations, the jurisdictions certifies that:
Affirmatively Further Fair Housing-It will affirmatively further fair housing, which means that
it will conduct an analysis to identify impediments to fair housing choice within the area, take
appropriate actions to overcome the effects of any impediments identified through that analysis,
and maintain records reflecting the analysis and actions in this regard.
Anti-displacement and Relocation Plan -It will comply with the acquisition and relocation
requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of
1970, as amended, as required under § 91.425 and Federal implementing regulations; and that it
has in effect and is following a residential antidisplacement and relocation assistance plan in
connection with any activity assisted with funding under the HOME or CDBG program, as
required under section 104(d) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as
amended, and the relocation requirements of§ 91.425 governing optional relocation assistance
under section 105(a)(11) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended;
Drug-Free Workplace- It will or will continue to provide a drug-free workplace by:
1. Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture,
distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is
Prohibited in the grantee's workplace and specifying the actions that will be
taken against employees for violations for such prohibition;
2. Establishing an ongoing drug-free awareness program to inform employees about-
(a) The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
(b) The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace;
(c) Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance
programs; and
(d) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuses
violations occurring in the workplace;
3. Making it a requirement that.each employee to be engaged in the performance of
The grant be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph 1;
4. Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph 1 that, as a
condition of employment under the grant, the employee will
(a) Abide by the terms of the statement; and
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(b) Notifying the employer in writing of his or her conviction for a violation of
a criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace no later than five
calendar days after such conviction;
5. Notifying the agency in writing, within ten calendar days after receiving notice
under subparagraph 4(b)from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice
of such conviction. Employers of convicted employees must provide notice,
including position title,-to every grant officer or other Designee on whose grant
activity the convicted employee was working, unless the Federal agency has
designated a central point for the receipt of such notices. Notice shall include the
identification number(s) of each affected grant;
6. Taking one of the following actions,within 30 calendar days of receiving notice
under subparagraph 4 (b), with respect to any employee who is so convicted;
(a) Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and
including termination, consistent with the requirements of the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or
(b) Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in drug abuse
assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a
Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate
agency;
7. Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace through
implementation of paragraphs 1,2,3,4,5 and 6.
8. The grantee may insert in the space provided below the site(s) for the performance
of work done in connection with the specific grant;
Place of performance(street, address, city, county, state, zip code)
County Administration Building
651 Pine Street, 4th Floor North Wing
Martinez, Contra Costa County. California. 94553
Check X if there are workplaces on file that are not identified here; and
Anti-Lobbying- To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief:
1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of it,
to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of
any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an
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employee of a Member of Congress in connections with the awarding of any
Federal contract, the making if any Federal grant, and the extension, continuation,
Renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or
cooperative agreement;
2. If any funds other that Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid
to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of
any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an
employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant,
loan, or cooperative agreement, it will complete and submit Standard Form-LL,
"Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions; and
3. It will require that the language of paragraph(1) of this certification be included in
the award documents for all subawards at all tiers(including subcontractors,
subgrants, and contracts under grants; loans, and cooperative agreements) and that
all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly;the jurisdiction is in
compliance with restrictions on lobbying required by 24 CFR part 87, together
with disclosure forms, if required by that part.
Authority of Consortium -It possesses legal authority under State and local law(as applicable) ,
to make grant submissions and to execute a community development and housing program and
the jurisdiction's governing body has duly adopted or passed as an official act a resolution, motion
or similar action authorizing the person identified as the official representative of the Consortium
to submit the Consolidated Plan and amendments thereto and all understandings and assurances
contained therein, and directing and authorizing the person identified as the official representative
of the Consortium to act in connection with the submission of the Consolidated Plan and to
provide such additional information as may be required.
Consistency with Plan - The consortium certifies that the housing activities to be undertaken
with CDBG, HOME,ESG, and HOPWA funds are consistent with the strategic plan.
Acquisition and Relocation- The consortium certifies that it will comply with the acquisition
and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition
Policies Act of 1970, as amended(42 U.S.C. 4601), and implementing regulations as 49 CFR part
24.
Section 3 - The consortium certifies that it will comply with Section 3 of the Housing and Urban
Development Act of 1968 ( 12 U.S.C. 1701 u), and implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 135.
Signature Date
Title Deputy Director-Redevelopment
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Community Development Block Grant Grantee Certifications
In accordance with the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, and
with 24 CFR 570.303 of the Community Development Block Grant regulations, the Entitlement
Community certifies that:
Citizen Participation -It is following a detailed citizen participation plan which:
1. Provides for and encourages citizen participation, with particular emphasis on
participation by persons of low and moderate income who are residents of slum
and blighted areas and of areas in which funds are proposed to be used, and
provides for participation of residents in low and moderate income neighborhoods
as defined by the local jurisdiction;
2. Provides citizens with reasonable and timely access to local meeting, information,
and records relating to the grantee's proposed use of funds, as required by the
regulations of the Secretary, and relating to the actual use of funds under the Act;
3. Provides for technical assistance to groups representative of persons of low and.
moderate income that request such assistance in developing proposals with the
level and type assistance to be determined by the grantee;
4. Provides for public hearings to obtain citizens view and to respond to proposals
and questions at all stages of the community development program, including at
least the development of needs, the review of proposed activities, and review of
program performance, which hearings shall be held after adequate notice, at times
and locations convenient to potential or actual beneficiaries, and with
accommodations for the handicapped;
5. Provides for a timely written answer to written complaints and grievances, within
15 working days where practicable; and
6. Identifies how the needs of non-English speaking residents will be met in the case
of public hearings where significant number of non-English speaking residents can
be reasonable expected to participate;
Community Development Plan- It has developed a community development plan, that for the
period specified, identifies community development and housing needs and specifies both short
and long term community development objectives that have been developed in accordance with
the primary objectives of the statute authorizing the CDBG program, as described in 24 CFR part
570.
Consolidated Plan -It is'following a current consolidated plan(or Comprehensive Housing
Affordability Strategy) that has been approved by HUD.
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Use of Funds - It has developed its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to
activities which benefit low and moderate income families or aid in the prevention or elimination
of slums or blight;
1. The plan may also include activities that are certified to be designed to meet other
community development needs having a particular urgency because existing
conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the
community, and other financial resources are not available to meet such needs;the
aggregates use of CDBG funds, including section 108 guaranteed loans, during a
period specified by the jurisdiction, consisting of one, two, or three specific
consecutive years, shall principally benefit person of low and moderate income in a
manner that ensures that not less than 70 percent of the amount is expended for
activities that benefit such persons during such the designated period;
2. It will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted
with CDBG funds, including Section 108 loan guaranteed funds, by assessing any
amount against properties owned and occupied by persons of low and moderate
income, including any fee charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining
access to such public improvements. However, if CDBG funds are used to pay the
proportion of a fee or assessment attributable to the capital costs of such public
improvements(assisted in part with CDBG funds) financed from revenue sources,
an assessment or charge may be made against the property with respect to the
public improvements financed by a source other that CDBG funds. In addition,
with respect to properties owned and occupied by moderate-income(but not low
income) families, an assessment or charge may be made against the property with
respect to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds if
the jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG funds cover the assessment.
Excessive Force- It has adopted is enforcing:
1. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies
against within its jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil
rights demonstration; and
2. A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring
entrance to or exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-
violent civil rights demonstrations within its jurisdiction;
Anti-Discrimination- That the grant will be conducted and administered in conformity with the
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964(42 U.S.C. §200d et sea.) ; and The Fair Housing Act(42
U.S.C. 3601-3619) and implementing regulations.
Lead-Based Paint-Its notification, inspection, testing and abatement procedures concerning
lead-based paint will comply with §570.608.
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Compliance with Laws- It will comply with other provisions of the Act and with other
applicable laws.
The Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors has duly adopted or passed as an official act a
resolution, motion or similar action authorizing the person identified as the official representative
of the grantee to submit the Action Plan and amendments thereto and all understanding and
accurances contained therein, and directing and authorizing the person identified as the official
representative of the Grantee to act in connection with the submission of the Action Plan to
provide such additional information as may be required.
Signature Date
Deputy Director-Redevelopment
Title
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Emergency Shelter Grant Certifications
Contra Costa County certifies that it will comply with the following requirements:
(1) In the case of assistance involving major rehabilitation or conversion, Contra Costa
County will ensure the maintenance of any building for which assistance is used under the ESG
program as a shelter for homeless individuals and families for not less than a 10-year period;
(2) In the case of assistance involving rehabilitation less than that covered under
paragraph(d)(1)of this section, Contra Costa County will ensure the maintenance of any building
for which assistance is used under the ESG program as a shelter for homeless individuals and
families for not less than a three-year period;
(3) In the case of assistance involving essential services(including, but not limited to
employment, health, drug abuse, or education) or maintenance, operation, insurance, utilities and
furnishings, Contra Costa County will ensure that the applicant will provide services or shelter to
homeless individuals and families for the period during which the ESG assistance is provided,.
without regard to a particular site or structure as long as the same general population is served;
(4) Contra Costa County will ensure that any renovation carried out with ESG assistance
shall be sufficient to ensure that the building involved is safe and sanitary;
(5) Contra Costa County will assist homeless individuals in obtaining appropriate
supportive services, including permanent housing, medical and mental health treatment,
counseling, supervision, and other services essential for achieving independent living, and other
.Federal, State, local, and private assistance available for such individuals;
(6) Contra Costa County will obtain matching amounts as required under 576.71 of this title.
(7) Contra Costa County will develop and implement procedures to ensure the
confidentiality of records pertaining to any individual provided family violence prevention or
treatment services under any project assisted under the ESG program, including protection
against the release of the address or location of any family violence shelter project except with the
written authorization of the person responsible for the operation of that shelter.
(8) To the maximum extent practicable, Contra Costa County will involve, through
employment, volunteer services, or otherwise, homeless individuals and families in constructing,
renovating, maintaining, and operating facilities assisted under this program, in providing services
assisted under the program, and in providing services for occupants of facilities assisted under the
program; and
Jim Kennedy, Deputy Director-Redevelopment Date
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HOME Investment Partnership Act Certifications
Contra Costa County, on behalf of the Contra Costa HOME Consortium, certifies that it will
comply with the following requirements:
(1) Contra Costa County will not use HOME funds for tenant-based rental assistance;
(2) Contra Costa County certifies that it is using and will use HOME funds for eligible
activities and costs, as described in 92.205 through 92.209 of this subtitle and that it is not using
and will not use HOME funds for prohibited activities, as described in 92.214 of this subtitle;.and
(3) Before committing funds to a project, Contra Costa County will evaluate the project
in accordance with guidelines that it adopts for this purpose and will not invest any more HOME
funds in combination with other federal assistance than is necessary to provide affordable housing.
Jim Kennedy, Deputy Director-Redevelopment Date
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CONTRA COSTA COUNTY
ACTION PLAN
APPENDIX
Contra Costa County
Action Plan
Appendix
Page
HOME Investment Partnership Act: First-Time Homebuyer's Program AP-1
Affirmative Marketing Procedures AP-4
Minority and Women's Business Outreach Program AP-7
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP ACT
First-Time Homebuyer's Program
The Contra Costa HOME Consortium has established a priority for the use of HOME funds to
increase homeownership opportunities for very-low and low-income households in the Consortium
area. Programs and projects which will be considered for funding under this component of the
HOME Program include:
• first-time homebuyer assistance in connection with new housing developments to ensure that
a portion of the units will be affordable to and occupied by low-income households; and
• projects designed to increase neighborhood stability and improve the quality of housing
through an increased incidence of homeownership in an identified target area
In the latter case, the total financing package for the project may include funds for rehabilitation as
well as acquisition of the residence.
All households receiving assistance under this component of the HOME Program must be first-time
homebuyers' with household incomes at/below 80 percent of area median income. All assisted
households must agree to occupy the acquired unit as their principle place of residence throughout
the loan period;no temporary subleases will be permitted. In addition,federal regulations require that
the appraised value of units acquired with HOME funds must not exceed 95 percent of the median
purchase price of housing in Contra Costa County(currently$213,100).
The County as the Consortium Representative will provide first-time homebuyer assistance using
HOME funds in the form of a deferred second mortgage designed to fill the gap between the purchase
price of the home and the amount the buyer can afford based on household income. Specifically, the
amount of the HOME second loan will equal the purchase price of the unit minus the sum of the first
mortgage, the homeowner's downpayment2, and any other sources of available subsidy. In this way,
the County will provide just enough subsidy to make the home affordable to the low-income buyer.
All HOME loans will be secured by a promissory note and deed of trust specifying affordability and
resale requirements.
The County will consider applications for first-time homebuyer programs and projects which are
consistent with the above requirements and employ one of the following approaches:
1 The following types of households may also qualify for assistance even if they are not first-time homebuyers:
a single parent with custody of one or more minor children;a displaced homemaker,the owner of a home which does not
meet local codes and cannot be brought into compliance for less than the cost of new construction;or the owner of a
manufactured home which is not affixed to a permanent foundation.
2 Homebuyers will be required to provide a minimum downpayment of 5 percent. Higher downpayments will be
encouraged. Downpayment may be in the form of sweat equity or grants or gifts from other sources.
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1. a shared equity loan program designed to recapture the HOME subsidy upon sale or
transfer of the property; or
2. a silent second loan program with resale restrictions to ensure acquisition of the unit
by another qualified homebuyer.
Both programs must fully comply with the previously described Consortium requirements and all
applicable HOME Program regulations (24 CFR Part 92.254) concerning resale requirements.
These two approaches are described in more detail in the following.
Shared Equity Loan Program. Under this approach, HOME funds may be used to provide silent
second loans to qualified low-income first-time homebuyers. HOME loans may be for up to 30 years.
Upon resale, the homebuyer must repay the County the amount of the second plus a share in the
appreciation of the unit. Unit appreciation is defined as the difference between the original acquisition
price and the resale price. The County's share of the appreciation or "equity share" will equal the
amount of the HOME second loan divided by the original acquisition price. All remaining
appreciation accrues to the seller.
For example, assume a first-time homebuyer acquires a home priced at $100,000 with the following
financing: -
a. homeowner downpayment of.$5,000;
b. first mortgage of$75,000; and
C. HOME silent second in the amount of$20,000.
The County's equity share upon resale is equal to 20 percent of the appreciation in the unit($20,000
divided by$100,000). Assume the owner sells the unit in five years for$110,000, resulting in a total
appreciation in value of$10,000. Upon resale,the owner must repay the HOME loan ($20,000) plus
the Consortium's share of the appreciation realized on the unit(20 percent or$2,000). After paying
off the first mortgage, the owner receives the value of his original investment (downpayment plus
principle paydown) and all remaining appreciation ($8,000 in the example)? In no case will the
original buyer receive less than the amount of his investment in a resale situation. In the event that
the unit does not appreciate, the County will receive only the amount of the silent second($20,000)
upon resale. If the unit depreciates in value and the homeowner has adequately maintained the unit,
the County will consider reducing the silent second loan repayment in order to ensure that the owner
receives the full amount of his investment.
All first-time homebuyer loans repaid within the following time periods will be used to provide
additional first-time homebuyer assistance through the Consortium's HOME Program: 20 years for
3 If a first-time homebuyer undertakes significant capital improvements on a unit acquired with HOME fiords,
appreciation upon resale will equal the resale price minus the original acquisition price minus the value of the improvements.
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loans made to acquire newly constructed units; and 15 years for loans made to acquire resale units.
Loans repaid following these time periods will be deposited as program income in the Consortium's
HOME Program Trust account and will be available for future HOME-eligible activities.
Silent Second Loan Program with Resale Restrictions. Under this approach, HOME finds may be
used to provide silent seconds to low-income first-time homebuyers who meet all the requirements
previously specified. Depending on financial need and the specific objectives of the program or
project, loans may be zero or low-interest with a term of up to 30 years. In addition, units purchased
with assistance through this program component must be maintained as a part of the affordable
housing stock for the following minimum time periods: 20 years for newly constructed units; 15
years for existing units. Affordability will be maintained through the following resale restrictions
which must be incorporated into the loan documents securing the HOME funds:
1. County as Consortium Representative retains right of first refusal to acquire unit in resale
situation.
2. Sales price to equal the lesser of the current appraised value or the original acquisition price
(plus the value of any capital improvements)times the change in area median income which
has occurred during the period of ownership. This approach maintains the integrity of the
household's original investment in the unit and represents a fair return.
3. Upon sale to a qualified household,the first buyer must repay the amount of the silent second
plus accrued interest,if any. The County will consider first-time homebuyer programs which
forgive the interest after expiration of the minimum required period of affordability(e.g., 20
years for new construction).
In a resale situation, the County will work with homeowners to identify HOME-eligible purchasers
to acquire the assisted units. It is the County's intention to develop and maintain a list of prequalified
low-income households interested in purchasing HOME-assisted units at an affordable price. While
the County will not require the second purchaser to be a first-time homebuyer, priority will be
assigned to low-income households in this category.
During the period of required affordability, the unit will be maintained as affordable to households
earning 75 percent of area median income. In order to ensure continued affordability, the County
will either roll the silent second issued to the first buyer over to the new purchaser, or issue a new
silent second with the same terms and conditions. If additional HOME funds are required to maintain
affordability, the second buyer will be required to be a first-time homebuyer and a new period of
affordability will be initiated.
4 Payment of principle,interest,taxes and insurance(PITI)will not exceed 30 percent of the gross monthly income
of a household earning 75 percent of AMI with the following exception. PITI equal to 30 percent of actual gross monthly
income for HOME-eligible households earning from 75 to 80 percent of AMI will be considered to be affordable.
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AFFIRMATIVE MARKETING PROCEDURES
The objective of affirmative marketing within the context of the HOME, CDBG, HOPWA and ESG
Programs is to promote equal access to housing by all groups within the relevant market area. In
order to accomplish this objective in accordance with federal regulations, the County has adopted the
following policies and measures:
1. Methods for informing the public, owners, and potential tenants about the HOME, CDBG.
HOPWA and ESG Programs. federal fair housing;laws, and the County's affirmative marketing
op lice. Information concerning the availability of funding, housing opportunities, and fair
housing and affirmative marketing requirements will be distributed to: the general public; all
jurisdictions and housing agencies located in the County, nonprofit and for-profit owners and
developers of affordable housing; and minority and public interest groups representing the
County's disadvantaged populations. Methods of distribution will include:
a. Press releases to the local news media.
b. Preparation and distribution of informational brochures describing the HOME, CDBG,
HOPWA, and ESG Programs, including fair housing and affirmative marketing
requirements and displaying the Equal Housing Opportunity logotype.-
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ogotype:c. Meetings and workshops with potential applicants for funds (e.g., cities, developers,
current operators and owners of affordable housing).
d. Meetings and workshops with representatives of minority and other disadvantaged
groups in Contra Costa County, including the NAACP, United Council of Spanish
Speaking Organizations,Farmworker Housing Task Force, Pacific Community Services,
Contra Costa Legal Services Foundation, North Richmond Neighborhood House,
Housing Alliance, and the Chinese American Political Association.
e. The County will maintain records concerning the above activities, including copies of
press releases, affirmative marketing materials distributed, and workshops and meetings
held with the above groups and organizations.
2. Requirements and practices owners of assisted housing must adhere to in order to carry out the
County's affirmative marketing_procedures and requirements. The County will require owners
of federally-assisted housing to comply with federal fair housing law and employ the following
affirmative marketing activities:
a. Advertise the availability of assisted units on an equal opportunity basis in local
newspapers and community newsletters, such as those published by minority groups,
neighborhood churches, public service organizations, etc.; and on bulletin boards in
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community gathering spots(e.g., community center, church, supermarket, laundromat,
fair housing/housing counseling agency, and employment office).
b. Contact appropriate neighborhood and community organizations and representatives of
minority and other disadvantaged groups to solicit tenants and provide information about
the availability of the assisted units on an equal opportunity basis.
C. Display the Equal Housing Opportunity logo at the project location and in all
advertisements pertaining to assisted units.
3. Special outreach procedures to be used by owners of assisted units to solicit applications_from
hard-to-reach populations who may not otherwise apply for residence in these units.
a. In conducting the advertising and outreach activities described in 2.a and b above,
owners of assisted units will be required to solicit the cooperation of appropriate
organizations in the relevant market area in identifying hard-to-reach populations and
informing prospective tenants from these groups of the availability of the units on an
equal opportunity basis. Organizations which may be particularly effective in this effort
include community churches, social service organizations, housing and homeless service
providers, and minority and senior citizen groups. As appropriate, owners may request
organizations to assist in distributing marketing information concerning the availability
of rental units through newsletters, group meetings, and organization and community
bulletin boards.
b. Again, all advertisements,workshops, meetings and notices concerning the assisted-units
will emphasize that the units are available on an equal opportunity basis.
4. Recordkeeping requirements. The County will require recipients of federal funds to keep
records concerning affirmative marketing activities. These records must include copies of
advertisements placed in newspapers/newsletters and on local bulletin boards, as well as lists
of community groups and organizations contacted to solicit tenants. Recipients will also be
required to keep information on relevant tenant characteristics, including ethnic composition,
income, household size, and age and sex of head of household.
5. Assessment of affirmative marketing activities. The County will require the information
compiled in 4 above to be reported annually as a component of the project monitoring process.
Affirmative marketing activities will be evaluated to ensure that an adequate level of activity
is maintained. Tenant characteristics will be compared with population characteristics in the
market area as a further indicator of the effectiveness of the affirmative marketing program and
the absence of discrimination. Where discrepancies exist,the County will work with the project
owner to determine whether additional affirmative marketing measures are required.
Requirements concerning affirmative marketing and fair housing compliance will be
incorporated in contract and loan agreements for all assisted projects. The County will
document any complaints received concerning a project recipient's failure to abide by all fair
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housing and equal opportunity laws. All such complaints will be carefully evaluated to
determine their validity. In the event that a violation is identified, the County will inform the
recipient and take appropriate action to ensure that the situation is corrected.
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MINORITY AND WOMEN'S BUSINESS OUTREACH PROGRAM
It is the policy of the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors that Minority-owned Business
Enterprises (MBEs) and Women-owned Business Enterprises (WBEs)5 shall have the maximum
opportunity to participate in the performance of contracts and projects funded through the HOME,
CDBG,HOPWA and ESG Programs. Services provided under such contracts may include, but are
not necessarily limited to: real estate; construction; appraisal; property management; lending;
investment banking;underwriting; accounting and legal representation and advice.
1. In order to implement this policy within the context of federally-funded programs, affirmative
marketing procedures will be employed by the County Community Development Department
to ensure that appropriate MBE/WBEs are notified of the availability of HOME funds and
potential contracting opportunities. These procedures include the following:
a. Maintenance of a list of eligible Minority and Women-owned Businesses for use by the
Consortium and prime contractors for funded projects. This list is currently available
through the Contra Costa Community Development Department and the County
Administrator's Office(Affirmative Action Officer).
b. Development of informational brochures and promotional materials describing the
HOME, CDBG,HOPWA and ESG programs and potential contracting opportunities for
MBE/WBE participation in projects. These materials will be distributed through mailings
and meetings with appropriate groups as indicated in Lc and d (following).
C. Mailings to appropriate categories of MBE/WBEs (e.g., real estate firms, architects,
engineers,building contractors, property management) and published advertisements in
local newspapers to ensure broad distribution of information concerning the availability
of federal funds and potential contracting opportunities.
d. Distribution of information concerning the HOME, CDBG, HOPWA and ESG programs
and potential contracting opportunities through meetings and other contacts with local
resource organizations currently employed by the County in soliciting MBE/WBE
participation in County projects. These organizations include, but are not limited to the
following: Filipino Chamber of Commerce of Contra Costa County;Hispanic Chamber
of Commerce of Contra Costa County;National Association of Minority Contractors-
Northern California; San Francisco/Oakland Minority Business Development Center,
Chinese American Chamber of Commerce; and the Coalition of Bay Area Women
5 An eligible MBE is a business entity at least 51%owned and whose management and daily business operations
are controlled by one or more minorities who are citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States and a member
of a recognized racial or ethnic group(Black,Hispanic,Asian or Pacific Islander,American Indian or Alaskan Native).
Similarly,an eligible WBE is a business entity at least 51%owned and whose management and daily business operations
are controlled by one or more women who are citizens or lawful permanent residents of the United States.
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Owned Businesses. In addition, information concerning the HOME Program will be
distributed through MBE/WBE job fairs currently sponsored by the County.
e. Where economically feasible,total project requirements will be divided into smaller tasks
or quantities to permit maximum participation by MBE/WBEs. In addition, the County
will endeavor to establish delivery schedules for projects which encourage MBE/WBE
participation.
f As appropriate,use the services and assistance of the Small Business Administration and
Minority Business Development Agency of the Department of Commerce.
2. \In addition to the above measures,the Consortium will also require prime contractors receiving
funds under the HOME, CDBG, HOPWA and ESG programs to solicit and use qualified
MBE/WBEs for subcontract services wherever feasible. All project contracts will contain a
clause requiring contractors to employ measures similar to those described in Lb through e
above and notify applicable MBE/WBE firms of available subcontracting opportunities. To
facilitate this effort, the County will make its list of WBE/M[BEs available for use by prime
contractors.
3. The Community Development Department will maintain centralized records concerning the use
and participation ofMBE)WBEs-as contractors and subcontractors on all funded projects. In
addition to information on WBE/MBEs which contract directly with the Consortium for
purposes of the specified programs, the Department will require all subrecipients to maintain
records and report annually on the participation of MBE/WBEs as subcontractors on projects.
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