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CONTRA C COUNTY DECEIVED DECC:ERK BOARD OFWAR-ISORS } y ip+ �'r Miff ` LJ 43N{PAS,1OSTACC, t l i f jet ! + V 1� 7► FY 1999/2000 ACTION PLAN. Community Development Bloch Grant HOME Investment Partnership .Act Emergency Shelter Grant Housing opportunities for Persons with AIDS" .April 27, 1999 FY 1999/2000 Action Plan - Contra Costa County Table of Contents I. FY 1999/2000 ACTION PLAN®CONTRA COSTA COUNTY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I A. Affordable Housing Strategy Implementation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . I A.1 Priority: Strategies to Maintain the Affordable Housing Stock . . . . . . . . 2 A-Li Housing Rehabilitation Programs and Projects . . . . . . . . . . . . _ 2 A.Lii Preservation Efforts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A,2 Priority: Strategies and Plans to Increase the Supply of Affordable Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 A,21 Rental Housing Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 A.2.ii Homeownership Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 A.3 Priority: -Strategies and Plans to Improve Housing Affordability . . . . . . 6 AA Priority: Housing Strategies and Plans to Assist Special Needs Populations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 A.41 Senior Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . - . - - 8 AA.ii. Housing for Mentally and/or Physically Disabled Persons . . . . . . 9 A.4.iii Housing for HIV/AIDS Population . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 AAAv Battered Women and Children . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 A.4.v Recovering Substance Abusers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 A.4.vi Large Families . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 A.5 Priority: Housing Strategies and Plans to Assist Homeless Populations . 10 A.53 Emergency and Transitional Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . _ 10 A.5.ii Prevention of Homelessness and Transition to Permanent Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 A.6 Fair Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 B. Public Housing Strategy Implementation and Resident Initiatives . . . . . . . . . . . 13 B.I Housing Authority of Contra Costa County . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 B.2 San Pablo Housing Authority . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 C. Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 D. Anti-Poverty Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 E. Institutional Structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 F. Coordination Efforts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 G. Additional Public Policies to Remove Barriers and Obstacles to the Pro-vision of Affordable Housing . . . . * * . . . . . . 20 H. Anticipated Resources and Plan for Investment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 H.I Resources for Development of Affordable Housing and Homeless Shelters . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 H.Li Contra Costa Consortium FY 1999/2000 HOME Investment Partnership Act Funds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 H.Lii. Contra Costa County Community Development Block Grant Funds- Affordable Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 H.Liii Contra Costa Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Funds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 H.Liv Contra Costa County Emergency Shelter Grant Funds 26 H.Lv Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency Funds . . . . . . . . . 27 I. Number of Households to be Assisted . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 J. Non-Housing Community Development Activities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 K. Allocation of Funds Table I . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37 L. Monitoring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . S1 L.I Housing Projects and Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51 L.2 Non-Housing Community Development Projects and Programs . . . . . . 52 M. SU�RY OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND CITIZEN COMMENTS , 53 II CERTIFICATIONS/AGREEMENTS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 A. Consolidated Plan Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Community Development Block Grant Grantee Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61 Specific Home Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Emergency Shelter Grants Program. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 HOPWA Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67 Appendix to Certifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 Contra Costa County Action Plan Appendix . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 HOME Investment Partnership Act . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73 Affirmative Marketing Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77 Minority and Women's Business Outreach Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81 B. Application for Federal Assistance and Funding Approval/Agreement . . . . . . . . 83 ............................... .......................................................................................................... ...........................................................................................................................................I..,..................... ......................................................................................................................-.......... .............................................................................................- .................................................................... — ............................. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Contra Costa. County and HON4E Consortium FY 2999/00 Action Plan describes recommendations for funding of specific projects and programs to address housing, economic development,public facilities/infrastructure improvements,and public services utilizing Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnership Act, Emergency Shelter Grant, and Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS funds. These funds are granted annually to entitled communities through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to carry out a wide range of community development activities that benefit low-and moderate-income persons and households. in order to receive annual grants,jurisdictions must submit a Consolidated Plan and annual Action Plan. The FY 2995-2999 Contra Costa Consolidated Plan identifies priority needs, strategies to meet the priority needs, and goals to be addressed during the five-year period for housing, economic development, infrastructure/public facilities, and public services. The Action Plan must demonstrate the linkage between the use of funds and the specific objectives developed to address needs identified in the FY 2995-99 Consolidated Plan. Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) The primary purpose of the CDBG program is the development of viable urban communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment and expanded economic opportunities; principally for persons of low-and moderate income. Since 2975, Contra Costa County has used the CDBG program and a variety of housing programs to improve the quality of life and the physical conditions in its lower-and moderate-income communities. The County's goal is to develop and conserve viable communities in areas where blight and disinvestment threaten residents' safety, vitality and productivity. The County's eligible area, known as the Urban County, is the entire County, less the cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, Richmond, and Walnut Creek which operate independent CDBG programs. HOME Investment Partnership Act (HOME) The purpose of the HOME.program is to expand the supply of decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing for very-low, and low-income families and households. In June of 2993, Contra Costa County as the Urban County representative and the Cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, and Walnut Creek joined together to form a Consortium for purposes of participation in the HOLE program. The Consortium includes the unincorporated area and all cities within Contra Costa with the exception of the City of Richmond which operates an independent HOME program. The priorities for the allocation of HOME funds as described in the Consolidated Plan are: acquisition, rehabilitation and new construction of affordable multifamily rental housing;owner-occupied housing rehabilitation programs for very-low and low-income households; and first-time homebuyer's assistance for very-low and low-income households. i Emergency Shelter Grant(ESG) The Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, approved by Congress in 1987, authorizes the Secretary of Housing and Urban Development to mare grants to local governments for the purpose of improving the quality of existing shelters for the homeless,making available additional emergency shelters, meeting the costs of operating emergency shelters and providing certain essential social services to homeless individuals, and restricting the increase of homelessness through the funding of preventive programs and activities. ESG funds are limited to use within the Urban County Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA) HOPWA funds may be used for the development of housing affordable to and occupied by low- income persons with HIV/AIDS. Eligible activities include the acquisition, rehabilitation, or conversion or buildings for use in providing emergency shelter,affordable multifamily or single room occupancy(SRO)housing, and community residences for the target population. Funds may also be used for new construction of SRO's and community residences. Projects may be located anywhere in Contra Costa County. Annual Allocation The County receives an annual allocation of approximately$4 million in CDBG funds, $2.5 million in HOME funds,$100 thousand in ESG funds and$400 thousand in HOPWA fends through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Funds are allocated annually through a competitive application process to a variety of community and social service agencies, public agencies,and for-profit businesses to implement programs that strengthen and revitalize very-low and low-income communities. On December 14, 1993, the Board of Supervisors adopted Funding Guidelines for the annual allocation of CDBG funds. The Funding Guidelines require that funds be allocated, to the extent feasible, as follows: Category of Use Percent of Grant Housing 50% 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. 11 ................................................................................................. _... On April 27, 1999, a public hearing was held before the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisor's on the proposed allocation of FY 1999/00 Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Act funds. Subsequent to the close of the public hearing the Board considered the recommendations for funding of FY 99/00 projects from the Family and Human Services (public service projects), Finance (infrastructure, public facility projects), Affordable Housing Finance (housing projects), and Economic Development {job training, micro enterprise) Committees. Table I provides a listing of projects sponsors, funding amount, and program description for CDBG and HOME. The process for the allocation of ESG funds will be initiated in April 1999 with final recommendation for funding in September 1999,and the process for HOPWA funds will be initiated in July with final recommendation for funding in November 1999. Community DevelgRment Block meant Sources of Funds: Recommended Allocations 1999/00 Grant $3,868,000 Project/Programs S 2,224,050 1997/98 Carryover $ 110,948 Program Administration $ 502,840 Program Income $ 0 Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 963,750 Economic Development Assistance Fund $ 100,000 Contingency S 77,360 Carryover $ 110,948 Total Available Total Recommended for Allocation $3,978,948 Allocation $ 3,978,948 Investment PartnMh-iVAct Sources of Funds Recommended Allocations 1999/00 Grant $2,643,000* Projects $ 825,000 Program Administration $ 264,300 Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 1,553,700 Total Available for Allocation $2,643,000 Total Funds Allocated $ 2,643,000 As specified by federal regulations HOME funds must be used for affordable housing and eligible program administration costs. Includes $396,450 for projects which must be owned, sponsored, and/or developed by Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) iii Emergency Shelter Grant Funds(ESG) During FY 1999/00,the County will receive$137,000 in ESG funds. These funds are being allocated through a separate competitive application process and will be considered by the Board of Supervisors in September. Housing Opportunities for People With Aids (HOPWA} During FY 1999/00, the County will receive$440,935 in HOPWA funds(including prior year carry over). These funds are being allocated through a separate competitive application process and will be considered by the Board of Supervisors in November. AFFORDABLE HOUSING PICOGRAM FUNDING AND OBJECTIVES Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Act Program funds represent two major sources of financing for affordable housing development in Contra Costa. During FY 1999/00, the following funds have been allocated to the County for affordable housing development: FY 1999/00 CDBG Funds $1,934,000 FY 1999/00 HOME Funds $2,643,000 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 and of the County's Affordable Housing Program is to increase and maintain the supply of decent,safe housing affordable to and occupied by very-low and low-income households. Within this context, the Contra Costa Board of Supervisors adopted the following priorities for use of the Consortium's HOME funds and the County's CDBG funds in the FY 1995-99 Contra Costa Consolidated Plan: ® acquisition,rehabilitation,and new construction ofmultifamily housing affordable to very-low and low-income households; owner-occupied housing rehabilitation programs for very-low and low-income households; ® first-time home buyer programs to assist very-low and low-income households in acquiring affordable housing; ® development of appropriate supportive housing for the County's special needs populations; ® development of emergency and transitional housing for the County's homeless populations; and programs and projects to alleviate problems of housing discrimination. iv ........................... ...................................................................................__.. .........................................................................................................................__.. ......... ......... ......... .......... ........ ........ ... ......... ......... ......... ......... ........ ......... ......... ......... ......... ................... ..............................................................................._..... ................................................................................................. ....._ _ __ NON HOUSI14G PROGRAM FUNDING AND OBJECTIVES During FY 1999100, the following funds have been allocated to the County for economic development, OPENL (infrastructure and public facilities), and public service programs: Economic Development $580,200 OPEN $193,400 Public Service $580,204 Consistent with the purpose of the CDBG Program, the Board of Supervisors adopted the following goals in the FY 1995-99 Contra Costa Consolidated Plan Economic Development Objectives 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. 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. ® Promote programs that provide job training and placement to low-and moderate- income persons throughout the Urban County. Assist low- and moderate-income persons by developing comprehensive economic development strategies for training and placement. • Expand opportunities to restore economic vitality to the Urban County's poorest areas through job creation, technical assistance and outreach in conjunction with on-going economic development activities. Provide incentives for business expansion and stabilization in order to expand employment opportunities for lower income persons. Open Objectives 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. v 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. ® Remove architectural barriers to the disabled and increase opportunities for disabled persons to participate in society. Provide park and recreational opportunities to low and moderate income neighborhoods, including opportunities for the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Assist with infrastructure improvements that increase the health and safety of low and moderate income residents and special needs populations. Prevent or reduce deterioration in designated neighborhoods. Improve the public works infrastructure, including storm drainage and street improvements in lower income areas. Public Service Objectives • 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. Provide housing counseling and information services and further fair housing. ® Remove architectural barriers to the disabled and increase opportunities for disabled persons to participate in society. Provide appropriate public services to assist lower income persons and agencies to meet client needs. vi ....................................................................................................................._......._ ......... ......... ......... ......... ......... ........._. ................. ..... _....... ......... ......... ......... ..................... .... ....... ._..1.111 Emergency Shelter Grant Funds (ESG) The purpose of the Emergency Shelter Act Program is to provide emergency shelter and related services to the County's homeless populations. Eligible activities include: the rehabilitation and conversion of buildings for use as emergency shelters; the provision of essential services to the homeless; operating support for emergency shelters; and homeless prevention activities. Housing Opportunities for People With AIDS (HOPWA) The County represents all Contra Costa jurisdictions for purposes of administering the HOPWA program. Pursuant to the National Affordable Housing Act, HOPWA funds are allocated on an annual basis to the City of Oakland for the Alameda/Contra Costa eligible metropolitan area. Contra Costa receives a formula share of HOPWA funds through the City of Oakland. The major objectives of the program are to: provide affordable rental housing to low-income persons with HIV/AIDS who are either homeless or have unstable housing; and to provide housing counseling and advocacy programs. Description of individual projects,project sponsor,and national objectives and eligibility citations are provided in the following text. vii I. FY 1999/2000 ACTIONT PLAN - CONTRA COSTA COUN71Y The Contra Costa Consolidated Plan,FY 1995-991 contains an assessment ofhousing and community development needs and sets forth a strategic plan for addressing those needs in the Consortium Area. The Consortium covers all of Contra Costa County with the exception of the City of Richmond and includes the following member jurisdictions: the Cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, and Walnut Creek; and the County as the Urban County Representative.' In addition to the five-year plan, federal regulations require each Consortium Member to prepare an annual action plan containing the following: objectives to be addressed during the program year, resources anticipated to be available; specific strategies, programs, and projects to be implemented by the jurisdiction; and anticipated accomplishments. The Contra Costa County FY 1999/2000 Action Plan has been prepared by Contra Costa County in accordance with federal regulations. Action plans for the Cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg and Walnut Creek may be obtained from those jurisdictions. A. Affordable Housing-Strategy Implementation During FY 1999/2000, the County will continue to emphasize programs and activities to: Maintain and rehabilitate the existing affordable housing stock; • Provide additional affordable housing 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 Consolidated Plan is available for review at the Community Development Department. 2Contra Costa County is the Consortium Representative for the Contra Costa Home Consortium. On be-half 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 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 and Emergency Shelter Grant funds. Finally,the County administers the Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS Program on behalf of the entire County. The County's Action Plan describes activities which Will be undertaken in the Consortium Area for purposes of HONE,the Urban Comity for purposes of CDBG and ESG, and the entire County for purposes of HOPWA. 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 So percent AM,and low-income households are households with incomes at/below 80 percent ANU. 1 Alleviate problems of housing discrimination. Specific activities, programs, and projects to be undertaken by the County during FY 1999/2000 are described under the appropriate strategy in the following. In addition, the County proposes to allocate $963,750 in FY 1999/2000 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and $1,553,700 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 allocated on an open-window application basis through the Community Development Department and the Contra Costa Affordable Housing Finance Committee with final approval by the Board of Supervisors. 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 1999/2000 HDAF projects include the new construction of rental housing affordable to very-low income households in Central and East County, a senior assisted-living project in West County, two projects to provide transitional housing for homeless families in East and West County, and replacement of the Brookside Shelter for homeless adults in West County. A.1 Priority Strate ig es 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 1999/2000 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(HACCC)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 the rehabilitation of affordable rental and owner-occupied housing. A.l.i Housing Rehabilitation Programs and Projects The following projects to maintain the affordable housing stock through the provision of zero and low-interest loans and other funds for housing rehabilitation have been approved for FY 1999/2000 CDBG and HOME funds by the Board of Supervisors: 2 99-4 HSG Rental Rehabilitation Program(Urban County) 99-5 HSG Residential Rehabilitation Program(San Pablo) 99-6 HSG Neighborhood Preservation Program (Urban County) 99-7 HSG Housing Improvement Program (Brentwood) 99-65 HM Housing Rehabilitation Program(Pittsburg) A more detailed description of each project is included in Table I: Contra Costa County Community Development Block brant, HO'1%�iE Investment Partnership Act, Emergency Shelter Act Grant, Housing Opportunities for Person with AIDS FY 1999/2000 Allocation of Funds(page 35). In addition to the above activities, the County will consider the use of CDBG and HOME/MAF 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.t.ii Preservation Efforts The County will continue efforts to preserve existing affordable housing projects which are at risk of converting to market rate due to the expiration of affordability restrictions. According to recent data provided by HUD, there are 2,097 units in the Consortium area with project-based Section 8 certificates,including 846 units in ten projects with contracts expiring prior to the year 2000. Contra Costa County is participating in discussions with the California Housing Finance Agency(CHFA), the California Housing Partnership, and other jurisdictions to develop a strategy to maintain the affordability of units at risk of conversion in California. As an initial step in that strategy, CHFA has been selected by HUD to become the Designee for the Section 8 Portfolio Restructuring Demonstration Program on behalf of the State. As such, CHFA will work with HUD, project owners, the non-profit community, and local jurisdictions to preserve affordable units following expiration of the existing Section 8 contracts. Based on current program participation requirements, Contra Costa County contains two projects which may qualify for the restructuring program: Emerson Arras(32 units, Section 8 contract expires in 2000); and Pleasant Hill Village (101 units, 1999 expiration date). The County will consider the use of H DAF funds to assist in the preservation of at-risk units. A.2 Priority: Strategies and Plans to Increase the Supply of Affordable Housing In addition to maintaining the supply of affordable housing, CDBG and HON11E funds will be used to increase the supply of affordable rental and owner-occupied housing for very-low and low-income households. Eligible uses of CDBG funds in support of housing construction include site acquisition, site clearance,and onsite improvements.d CDBG funds may also be used to cover construction costs for housing developments undertaken by qualified Community Based Development Organizations. '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). 3 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 ofthe 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. RDAs 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-income 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,RDAs 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 and rehabilitation 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 which produces an average of 250 multifamily units per year, including 50 affordable to very-low income households. The status ofthis program varies with developer demand., the availability of investment grade credit enhancements at reasonable rates/terms, and the presence of reasonably low interest rates in the credit markets. The County continues to work with the development community to determine the feasibility of issuing mortgage revenue bonds to finance the construction or acquisition of multifamily housing affordable to very-low, low- and moderate- income households. Based on current levels of activity, the County expects to participate in the financing of over 1,000 rental units in FY 1999/2000, including 900 units affordable to very-low and low-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. SHONE funds may be used for projects in the Consortium Area(all of Contra Costa will the exception of Richmond). 6Loans may be amortized or deferred,with below-market or zero interest rates,depending on the financial needs of the project. 7Moderate-income households are defined under California Redevelopment Law as households with incomes at or below 120 percent AMI. 4 A..2.i Rental Housing Ov certunities The following projects designed to increase the supply of affordable rental housing in the Urban County are currently in development. The County RBA together with the City ofPittsburg 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 Mate Redevelopment law. If Agency efforts move ahead on the current time line, adoption of a Specific Plan will occur in 1999. The County RBA is exploring the feasibility of developing one or more projects on an 8-acre site in the North Broadway area of Bay Point. The projects could potentially result in the new construction of 75-115 housing units, including affordable multifamily units and homeownership opportunities. The Housing Authority of Contra Costa County 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 ANII. The estimated total project cost is$6.5 million. Possible funding sources include grants,commercial loans,tax-exempt bonds, and LIHTCs. Under the current time line, the project is expected to be completed in 2003. The Rousing Authority of Contra Costa County is exploring the feasibility of a project to develop 50 to 75 units of multifamily rental housing in 'West County. As proposed, this project will be mixed income with a significant portion of 3 and 4-bedroom units. A portion of the units will be affordable to households with incomes between 35 and 80 percent ANH. Total project cost is not yet determined. Potential funding sources include funding, commercial loans, LIHTCs, grants, redevelopment agency funds, and tax-exempt bonds. In addition, the Board of Supervisors has approved FY 199912000 CDBG and HOME funding for the following project to increase the supply of affordable rental housing through neve construction (see Table I for detailed description). 99-63 IIS Alvarez Court(Pinole) 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. 5 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. • As previously stated, the County RDA is exploring development of an 8-acre site in the North Broadway area of Bay Point. As currently conceived, the project will include affordable homeownership opportunities. The Mousing Authority is considering divesting selected,scattered-site public housing units in North Richmond to provide homeownership opportunities for lower income households. Potential funding sources include the HUD 203(k) program and the HOPE VI Program. ® 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. It is anticipated that the affordable housing obligation will be met through a combination of affordable rental and homeownership opportunities. 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. • The County RDA is currently exploring the feasibility of a lease-to-own project in the North Richmond area. As currently conceived,the project will include homeowner assistance funds and affordability restrictions. In addition, the Board of Supervisors has approved FY 1999/2000 HOME funds to supplement previous funds awarded to the Rivertown Court project. The purpose ofthis project is to increase homeownership opportunities in Bast County through the new construction of 16 single family homes affordable to lower-income households(see 99-63 HM in Table I for detailed description). 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 to 6 .................................................................... . .......................................................................................................................................................1111..... ....... ......... ......... ......... .......... .......1.1......1 ......1..._..... ...... ......... ......... ......... ........1.1.11 ... ._............... ........ _.......111.1 ..............1.111 provide rental property owners and managers with information on Section 8 rent subsidy programs for qualifying low-income households. Currently,the HACCC provides Section 8 rent vouchers and certificates to 5,404 very-low and low-income households. An additional 202 households receive assistance through the Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation Program. The Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bond/Mortgage Credit Certificate Program The County has no plans to issue Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds in the current year. Because of state procedural changes, the County has no opportunity to obtain the necessary authority for issuance of bonds from the California Debt Limit Allocation Committee. The County has continued to work with other local housing finance agencies and jurisdictions over the past two years to promote legislation that would return a portion of the allocation back to local jurisdictions. Unfortunately, the efforts to pass new legislation have failed. Discussions are currently underway to introduce new legislation in 2000. 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 approximately $5.5 million. This amount applies to the issuance of both Single Family Mortgage Revenue Bonds and Mortgage Credit Certificates. Given the amount ofthe allocation currently available, it is likely that the County will choose to allocate these scarce resources to a nonprofit to assist in the development of low income housing in the County. A Mortgage Credit Certificate allocation of$5.5 million would allow the County to issue approximately 40 MCC's. The HACCC will continue to work with public housing residents to develop resident councils and encourage participation in resident initiatives which have as their objective homeownership. (See later discussion of Public Housing Resident Initiatives.) A.4 Priority: 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/A1DS, 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; the McKinney Act Programs; and the Special Projects of National Significance(SPNS) Program. 7 Activities and projects to assist special needs populations funding are described in the following subsections. A4.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 continues to work with a Citizen Committee and a nonprofit organization, EAH, to develop 50 units of affordable rental units for very-low and low-income senior households. The site is owned by the Redevelopment Agency and is located in the Rodeo Redevelopment Project Area. • The County Redevelopment Agency is exploring the development of a congregate care/assisted living facility in Oakley. CDBG funds have been approved for the following projects which assist seniors to remain in their existing homes and maintain independence(see Table I for detailed description). 99-51 PS Senior Home Equity Conversion Counseling 99-53 PS Villa San Ramon"Conserv Program" 99-57 PS Integrated Homecare Services AA.ii. Housing for Mentally and./or Physically Disabled Persons The County will continue to work with other jurisdictions, public agencies, and non-profit organizations to obtain financing and develop affordable housing opportunities for mentally and/or physically disabled persons. Loans provided through the following housing rehabilitation programs funded by the County are available for accessibility improvements needed by low-income disabled populations: 99-4 HSG Rental Rehabilitation Program (Urban County) 99-5 HSG Residential Rehabilitation Program (San Pablo) 99-6 HSG Neighborhood Preservation Program (Urban County) 99-65 HM Housing Rehabilitation Program (Pittsburg) In addition, the Board of Supervisors has approved 1~Y 1999/2000 HOME funds for the new construction of rental housing affordable to and occupied by low-income disabled households (see Table I for detailed description): 99-63 HM Alvarez Court (Pinole) 8 ............................ ........................................................................................................_. ................................................................................................................._............. .. ......... ......... ......... ......... . ......._........................ . ...... ......... ......... ........ .. ......................................... .. ... ........ ......... . .......................................................... ..._ ......... ....... ......... . Finally, the Housing Authority of the County of Contra Costa is continuing to implement its needs assessment and transition plan. As required by federal regulations, 5 percent of all public housing units rehabilitated since enactment of Section 504 have been made accessible to disabled populations. The HACCC will continue to comply with this requirement as additional projects undergo rehabilitation and comprehensive modernization. A.4.iii Housine for HIV/AIDS Ponulation Contra Costa County as the Urban County representative and the Cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg,Richmond and Walnut Creek continue to work cooperatively to provide increased housing opportunities for low-income persons with HIV/AIDS. There is currently $456,005 in unexpended FY 1997/98 and FY 1998/99 HOPWA funds available for feasible, timely HIVAIDS housing projects. In addition, the County expects to receive up to $441,000 in FY 1999/2000 HOPWA funds,including$342,400 reserved for development of housing for persons with HIVlAIDS. An estimated $90,400 in FY 1999/2040 HOPWA funds will be used to provide housing-related support services for low-income persons with HIV/MDS. The latter Bands are administered, by the County Public Health Department, AIDS Program. Approximately $8,540 will be reserved for program administration. A.4.iv Battered 'Women and Children The County will continue to work with other jurisdictions, public agencies, and non-profit organizations to obtain funding and 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. The County Redevelopment Agency is working with a nonprofit organization to develop transitional housing for women participating in alcohol recovery programs. The proposed site is located in Bay Point and is currently owned by the Redevelopment Agency. A.4evi LMee Families The County will continue to work with other jurisdictions, public agencies and affordable housing developers to increase the supply of affordable housing appropriate for and affordable to very-low and low-income families. 9 The following project approved for FY 1999/2000 HOME funds will increase the supply of housing appropriate for large families through the new construction of 16 single-family homes with three bedrooms: 99-64 HM Rivertown Court(Antioch) A.5 Priority: Housing Strategies and Plans to Assist Homeless Populations The County's plans and strategies to address the needs of homeless populations are described in detail in the Contra Costa County Continuum of Care Homeless Plan. July 1+996-June 2001. The plan was developed using a community-based planning process coordinated by the Ad Hoc Homeless Task Force and the County Health Services Department. The Plan identifies the following high priority recommendations: • Preserve existing housing and services for homeless populations. Within this context, the highest priority is assigned to the preservation of emergency, transitional and permanent supportive housing projects. A second priority is assigned to projects which provide services only. • Expand homeless-related information and referral services. • Establish regional multi-service centers in West, Central and East Contra Costa County. • Expand emergency shelter beds for families. • Expand access to residential drug and alcohol treatment for people with dual diagnoses and for families with drug or alcohol addictions. • Enhance people's ability to achieve economic self-sufficiency through an expansion in money management services and employment and training services. • Develop more permanent housing affordable to those with extremely-low and very-low incomes. • Expand the supply of permanent supportive housing for the disabled. • Expand the supply of transitional housing for victims of domestic violence and individuals with HIV/AIDS. Copies of the Plan are available from the Contra Costa Health Services Department. The Continuum of Care Plan is consistent with the County's Consolidated Plan and the following strategies and activities to be implemented in FY 1999/2000. A.5.i Emer ency and Transitional Housing A major factor contributing to the homeless problem is the lacy of decent, safe housing affordable to extremely-low and very-low 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. As further recognition of the housing needs of homeless and at-risk populations, in FY 1998/99 the Contra Costa Board of Supervisors adopted a policy to encourage the inclusion of units affordable to extremely-low income households in projects funded with CDBG and HOME funds. 10 .... __ ....._.. _. In addition to strategies to increase the housing supply,strategies which 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 1999/2000, the County will continue to operate the following shelters: Brookside Shelter, providing emergency shelter and services for 56 homeless adults in Nest County; Central County Shelter to provide emergency shelter and services for 60 homeless 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 11, providing transitional housing for two families and eight single adults in West County. During the current fiscal year; the County Board of Supervisors initiated efforts to increase the County's emergency and transitional shelter capacity. Projects in development include the following: Replacement ofthe Brookside Emergency Shelter for homeless adults with a more permanent shelter facility, increasing capacity from the current 56 beds to 100 beds. As currently proposed, the County will renovate and expand the existing Fork Furlough Facility for this purpose. The Work Furlough Facility is adjacent to the Brookside Shelter on the same County-owned site located on Brookside Drive in Richmond. ® Two transitional housing facilities to serve homeless families in East and West County(20 to 0 units in each facility), FY 1999/00 CDBG funds have been reserved to assist in the development of these two facilities. 99®8 HSG Transitional Housing for Families (East and West County - specific locations to be determined). The County is working with Contra.Costa Cities, nonprofit organizations,the faith community, and homeless advocate groups to implement these projects. Il Finally,the Board of Supervisors has approved the allocation of FY 1999/2000 CDBG funds for the following projects to assist in meeting the needs of the County's homeless populations. 99-39 PS 24-Hour Homeless Hotline and Emergency Shelter Program 9940 PS Assistance for Homeless and Families in Crisis 9942 PS Emergency Family Shelter 9944 PS Emergency Shelter Program for Single Adults 99-46 PS Martinez Dining Room 99-47 PS Prepared&Perishable Food Program A.5.ii Prevention of Homelessness and Transition to Permanent Housing Activities and programs to prevent homelessness and facilitate the transition of currently homeless individuals and families into permanent housing are also a priority within the context of the County's current homeless plans and strategies. Consistent with this priority, the Board of Supervisors has approved the allocation of FY 1999/2000 CDBG funds for the following projects. 99-41 PS Comprehensive Housing Counseling 99-43 PS Emergency Housing and Homeless Services 99-45 PS Housing and Homeless Assistance Program A.6 Fair Housing? Contra Costa County affirmatively furthers fair housing through affirmative marketing activities,and engaging in activities to overcome identified impediments to fair housing. All housing programs and projects in the County are required to undertake broad marketing activities, including outreach to underserved populations. In addition, access to housing must be provided 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. Identified impediments to fair housing include a lack of affordable housing, discrimination in renting and potential problems in local planning departments concerning understanding and compliance with fair housing laws. Projects and programs to overcome or eliminate these impediments are described in Table 1 and summarized here: Two new construction projects will provide an additional 36 units of affordable housing. 99-62 HM Alvarez Court (Pinole) 99-64 HM Rivertown Court (Antioch) 12 • Four rental and homeowner rehabilitation programswill preserve up to 1€2 units ofaffordable housing. 99-4 HSG Rental Rehabilitation Program(Urban County) 99-5 DSC Housing Rehabilitation Program(San Pablo) 99-6 HSG Neighborhood Preservation Program(Urban County) 99-65 HM Housing Rehabilitation(Pittsburg) Two fair housing counseling programs will provide counseling to 150-170 households experiencing problems of discrimination, conduct 15 community education and outreach events, and perform fair housing audit tests for a group not previously tested. 99-1 HSG Fair Housing Counseling(Shelter, Inc.) 99-3 HSG Fair Housing Counseling('PCSI) One fair housing legal assistance program will provide direct legal assistance, including eviction defense,to 100 households experiencing discrimination,and prepare an update to the Nair Dousing Desk Manual for Planners. 99-2 HSO Fair Housing Legal Assistance(CCLSF) B. Public Housinia Strateav Irnmentation and Resident Initiatives B.1 hosing Authority of Contra Costa County The Housing Authority of Contra Costa County(HACCC)will continue to undertake activities to rehabilitate and maintain the County`s public housing through HUD's Comprehensive Grant Program (CGP). The HACCC anticipates an allocation. of$2.3 million in CGP funds for FY 1999/2000. The following improvements are planned by HACCC in the FY 1999/2000 grant year, Man4germent and Administration-The HACCC will continue to focus on increasing security in its developments through alternative youth programs and community policing strategies. In addition, an upgrade to the central office phone system is planned to lower costs while improving the communication system. Livia Environment - During FY 1999/2000, $1.5 million in resources will be used by the Dousing Authority for a variety of modernization improvements at seven project sites. Specific improvements include foundation and roof replacements, neve bathrooms, and painting, fencing, and lighting upgrades. 13 • Public Housing Resident Initiatives Resident Councils: The creation of Resident Councils is an important means of obtaining resident input and participation in public housing programs and activities, including the identification of appropriate resident services,resolution of safety issues,and implementation of activities designed to move households from welfare to work and greater independence. The HACCC has seven active Councils representing seven of the fourteen Public Housing Developments located in Contra Costa. In addition to office space, the HACCC provides technical assistance and sponsors monthly forums in an effort to develop resident leaders. Drug Elimination Program: The HACCC will continue to participate in the HUD Drug Elimination Program (DEP). HACCC will work in partnership with residents and community-based organizations to continue and enhance a comprehensive drug elimination program in North Richmond and in Rodeo. The four-pronged approach will include: community oriented policing to reduce drug trafficking; on site, accessible, and culturally sensitive referrals for outpatient drug treatment;economic self-sufficiency activities including life skills classes, computer training,jobs and job search training; and children's educational development opportunities. These activities will be augmented through additional collaborations and formal establishment of two "Weed and Seed" Safe Havens----one at the Boys and Girls Club in Rodeo, and one at the Drug Elimination Program site in North Richmond. These Safe Havens for"at risk youth", offer computer training, drug prevention activities conflict resolution workshops, sports, and other recreational activities. Tenant Opportunities Program: HACCC has obtained a Tenant Opportunities Program grant in the amount of$ 100,000 to assist public housing residents to develop job skills and move from welfare to work. The HACCC will seek additional funds under this program in FY 1999/2000. B.2 San Pablo Housing Authority During FY 1999/2000, the San Pablo Housing Authority will continue to use previously awarded Comprehensive Improvement Assistance Program(CTAP)funds for improvements to the Kidd Manor senior housing development and the adjacent Vista del Camino public housing development. The Housing Authority of the County of Contra Costa and the City of San Pablo have proposed a merger ofthe San Pablo Housing Authority with the HACCC. As proposed,the HACCC will assume responsibility for administration,maintenance and operation of San Pablo's public housing in addition to existing County public housing projects. The intent of the merger is to increase the administrative and operational efficiency of San Pablo public housing by taking advantage of the econonves of scale available through the larger County program. This proposal is currently under review by HUD. Assuming the merger is approved prior to the FY 1999/2000 application cycle for Comprehensive Grant Program (CGP) funds, the San Pablo public housing developments will be included in the HACCC application for funding under the CGP program. Alternatively,if the merger is not approved 14 or completed,the San Pablo Housing Authority will submit an independent application for additional resources under the new Capital Fund process to be implemented by HUD in FY 1999/2000. 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. Continue to pursue resources for lead-based paint mitigation in affordable housing. In addition the Board of Supervisors has approved the allocation of FY 1999/2000 CDBG and HO NM funds to four housing rehabilitation programs, Rehabilitation to mitigate lead-based paint hazards is an eligible expenditure under all three programs. 99-4 HSG Residential Rehabilitation Program (San Pablo) 99-5 HSG Neighborhood Preservation Program (Urban County) 99-6 HSG Rental Rehabilitation Program(Urban County) 99-65 HIM Housing Rehabilitation Program(Pittsburg) 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. The Contra Costa Partnership, a coalition of business, government, and citizens was created in 1.995 to promote economic vitality in Contra Costa County. The Partnership has successfully sited and implemented a software incubator in the City of Concord and is working to site and implement a biotech incubator in West County. In response to the California Work Opportunity and Responsibility to Kids Act(CalWORKS), the State's welfare reform program the County has undertaken a number of activities to assist CalWORKS recipients to move from welfare to work. The Board of Supervisors recently adopted a Welfare to Work Transportation Action Plan. The purpose of the plan is to develop cost-effective transportation options for former welfare recipients and at risk households to improve their access to employment and related activities. The County Social Services Department has provided approximately $210,00 from the Child Care Affordability Fund to operate four programs which increase availability of child care primarily for families transitioning off CalWORKs. As part of its job development efforts the Department is also providing child care training classes for CalWorks clients in cooperation with the Contra Costa County Office of Education. Four One-Stop Career Centers have been established in the County. The One Stops are a collaboration between the Contra Costa Private Industry Council, California Employment Development Department,community based agencies and the County. One Stops are located in the Cities of San Pablo (West County), Concord (Central County) and Brentwood and Pittsburg(East County). The One Stops are designed to link local partners, resources, and the delivery of services in order to assist both the job seeker and employer. The One Stops,through its partner agencies offer an array of job related services which include, assessment and resume assistance, training referrals and job placement assistance, and resource referral to access supportive services. The County also undertakes specific programs and projects designed to stimulate economic growth and create additional employment opportunities for County residents. The Economic Development Committee, is a nine member Committee established by the Board of Supervisors in June 1995. The Committee assists in making recommendations to the Board of Supervisors on the allocation of CDBG funds and acts as an advisory body to the Board. In the past year the Committee has finalized criteria for funds available under the CDBG Economic Development Assistance Fund (EDRF), In allocating funds from the EDAF priority is assigned to projects that are consistent with County strategies, increase jobs available to low-income persons, jobs that provide opportunity for economic self-sufficiency, and have a specific need outside the regular funding cycle. The Board of Supervisors approved an allocation of $100,000 in FY 1999/2000 CDBG funds to the Economic Development Assistance Fund. Activities and programs to assist low-and moderate-income persons to move from poverty and attain economic self-sufficiency through job training and placement are also a priority identified in the Consolidated Plan. Consistent with this priority by recommendation of the Economic Development Committee, the Board of Supervisors has approved the allocation of FY 1999/2000 funds for the following job training programs: 99-10 ED Family Day Care Development Project 99-11 ED Small Business Development Assistance 99-13 ED North Richmond Employment Partnership 99-14 ED Buildings& Grounds Economic Partnership 99-15 ED Micro-Enterprise and Small Business Revolving Loan Fund 16 _ Both City and County Redevelopment Agencies provide resources and technical assistance to existing and potential new businesses in an effort to revitalize and expand economic activity in the redevelopment areas. The County Redevelopment Agency has prepared a marketing strategy and promotional material for its five redevelopment areas, Oakley,Bay Point,Rodeo,North Richmond, and Pleasant Hill BART, in order to attract new businesses and industry. The Redevelopment Agency also has plans underway for a light industrial incubator in North Richmond, and waterfront and streetscape improvements in Rodeo. 'Transit oriented development is also planned for Bay Point and.Pleasant Hill BART. The San Pablo Redevelopment.Agency has an ongoing commercial facade improvement program as well as the redevelopment of a vacated shopping center. A Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy, approved in 1996 continues to be implemented in the unincorporated community ofNorth Richmond. A Center for Health was recently completed and the construction of a commercial center is underway next to the Center. As mentioned above an industrial incubator for machining and tooling is also in the planning process for North Richmond. CDBG Funds in the amount of$145,000 have been allocated to this project. 99-12 BI) Forth Richmond Industrial Business Incubator 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. Finally,the lack of affordable housing is frequently cited as a significant factor in the movement of businesses out of the Bay Area, as well as an obstacle to attracting neva businesses. Therefore, the County's strategies to increase and maintain the supply of affordable housing and to achieve an unproved jobs-housing balance also contribute to the alleviation of poverty by creating a more positive business environment. B. 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. Specifically,the Department is responsible for implementation ofthe federally-funded CDBG, I ONffi, HOPWA, and ESG 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.Cosh. 17 • Together with other County agencies,local jurisdictions,non-profits, and the private sector, the HACCC plays a major role in supporting and implementing the County's affordable housing programs,including operation ofthe County's Section 8 and public housing programs and implementation of selected projects to develop and maintain affordable housing and shelter. facilities. As previously mentioned, the HACCC and San Pablo Housing Authority have proposed a merger which, if approved, will result in the County Housing Authority accepting responsibility for administration and management of San Pablo public housing developments. • The Health Services Department (HSI:}) has been assigned overall responsibility for development and implementation ofthe County's homeless programs and Continuum ofCare Plan. To assist the Department in this effort, the Board of Supervisors established the Continuum of Care (CoC) Board in FY 1997/98. The CoC Board consists of 25 members including representatives of local government(City and County),homeless service providers, advocates, and volunteers, the interfaith community, local businesses, citizens-at-large, and homeless persons. Specific functions ofthe CoC Board include the development of funding priorities for homeless programs and projects, advising the Board of Supervisors on plans, policies, and strategies to alleviate homelessness in Contra Costa, and developing recommendations for the use of McKinney Act funds in the County. ® Homeless activities ofthe Community Development Department,the HACCC,and the Health Services Department are coordinated through interdepartmental cooperation and the Homeless Management Team. • The Community Development Department, the Health Services Department HIV/AIDS Program, and the Cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, Richmond and Walnut Creek are continuing to work together to develop strategies to provide affordable housing opportunities for homeless and very-low income individuals with HIV/AIDS. HOPWA funds are provided to the County by HUD through the Oakland EMA. Funds are allocated on a cooperative basis to eligible projects by the County and other Entitlement Jurisdictions and are administered by the Community Development Department in cooperation with the Health Services Department. The County and City redevelopment agencies also play a significant role in assisting affordable housing development. RDAs 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 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 1999/2000,the County will initiate the following additional activities designed to improve the institutional structure for implementation of affordable housing activities in the Urban County: 18 .................... .................................................... ................................................................ ... ......... ......... ......_........... .... ......... ......... .. ......... .................. ......................................................... ................................................................................................. ................................................................... The County 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 and Consortium Area. The County is considering the creation of a countywide Affordable Housing Trust Fund which could assist in funding affordable housing projects. The Community Development Department provides technical assistance to the non-profit and for- profit community in developing,financing and implementing affordable housing projects in the Urban County and Consortium area. In addition,up to$50,000 in HOME funds may be provided annually to eligible Community Housing Development Organizations(CHDOs)in an effort to develop further develop institutional capacity and greater financial independence within the nonprofit sector. Funds may be used for short-term operating support by CHDOs involved in the development of HOME- assisted projects in the Consortium area, The Board of Supervisors has approved the allocation of FY 1999/2000 HOME funds for the following CHDO project: 99-66 HSG CHDO Operating Support for Community Housing Development Corporation of '.North Richmond in connection with Parkway Estates and the North Richmond Senior Housing Project F. Coordination_Efforts g_ 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 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. As previously stated,the Contra Costa County Continuum of Care Homeless Plan was completed in July of 1996 and is being used by the County, Cities and non-profit community to guide the development of housing and services for the County's homeless populations. In FY 19971,98 the County established a Continuum of Care Board to work with the Health Services Department to implement the Continuum of Care and provide on-going planning,coordination and oversight for the homeless service system. The County continues to participate in the Bay Area Regional Innovative Homeless Initiative. Through HID funding, nine Bay Area counties are working to foster a regional approach in the provision of programs and services designed to alleviate problems of homelessness. Community based organizations and the County are participating in various components of the Initiative such as: 1. Bay Area Homeless Alliance comprehensive Internet-based network. 19 2. Training and Enterprise Collaborative for the Homeless developing training and employment opportunities. 3. Health Housing and Integrated Services Network linking integrated service teams to housing to create supportive housing opportunities for the hardest to house. 4. Community Acceptance Strategies Consortium working on siting and NfMBX issues. 5. Regional Employment Collaborative building an infrastructure for a regional continuum of homeless employment services. 6. Bay Area Regional Benefits Access Collaborative working on increasing the incomes of homeless people that are eligible for SSI and Earned Income Tax Credit. G. Additional Public Policies to Remove Barriers and Obstacles to the Provision of Affordable Housin During FIS 199912000, 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 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. 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. 20 ................................ . .............................................................................._............. ......... ......... ................ .. ... .. ......... .......... .............. ..... ........ ................................................................................................................. . ........................................................................................... The County will continue to 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, The County Redevelopment Agency provides a full-time staff position to expedite affordable housing and other projects located in the County Redevelopment Agency project areas through the current planning process. By definition, these projects are implemented to alleviate blight and improve affordable housing and over"living conditions within the low- income community. H. Anticipated Resources and Plan for Investment H.I Resources for Development of Affordable Housine and Homeless Shelters During FY 1999/2000, the following resources are anticipated to be available for the development of affordable housing and homeless shelters in Contra Costa County: Community Development Block Grant Funds' $3,868,000 HOME Investment Partnership Act Funds $2,643,000 Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS $ 441,000 Emergency Shelter Grant Funds $ 137,000 Contra Costa County Redevelopment Agency Housing Set-aside Funds $1,300,000 TOTAL ANTICIPATED COUNITY RESOURCES $8,389,000 In addition to these resources,the County will apply for an additional$5.5 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 $2.3 million in Comprehensive Grant Program resources. CDBG,HOME,and ES 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 gin 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 fitnded through the regular allocation cycle and 15 percent for the Housing Development Assistance Fund SAF). 21 Alameda and Contra Costa Jurisdictions based on the cumulative number of AIDS cases reported 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 CDBGand 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 conjunction with representatives of the County's Entitlement Jurisdictions and the Health Services Department. Recommendations concerning the use ofESO funds are developed by the Department in conjunction with representatives from the County Administrator's Office (CAO), 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 1999/2000 HOME Investment Partnership Act funds Eligible activities include: • acquisition, rehabilitation, and new construction of affordable multifamily rental housing for extremely-low, 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. Federal regulations require the County to reserve 15 percent of the FY 1999/2004 HOME allocation or $396,450 for investment in affordable housing developed, sponsored, or owned by Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs).T° In addition, a maximum of$50,004 from the Consortium's overall HOME allocation is available for CHDO administrative and operating costs incurred in the development and implementation of HOME-assisted projects, Projects roust be 9Resale restrictions for the first-time homebuyer's program are described in the Action Plan Appendix,page AP-1, t°CHDos are nonprofit organizations active in the development of affordable housing in Contra Costa County. In order to be eligible as a CI-M,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 HONE funding in excess of this amount. 22 located in the Contra Costa Consortium area (ail of Contra Costa County with the exception of the City of Richmond). Funding criteria for the HOME Program include: 0 consistency with Consortium priorities identified in the Consolidated Plan; a eligibility under federal regulations; b target papulation and alleviation of affordable housing needs; O feasibility and cast-effectiveness; matching funds(25 percent from non-federal sources required)"; ® experience in affordable housing development and management; proposed affirmative marketing program; timeliness; local/community support; and relocation/environmental issues. 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 100 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 Centra Costa Affordable Housing Finance Committee,with recommendations provided to the Board ofSupervisors on April 27, 1999. A. summary description of housing projects approved for HOW funding is included in Table I. In addition to projects funded through the regular application process,the County reserves a portion of each year's HOW allocation for the HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund. These funds are available on an open-window basis through the Community Development Department for the acquisition,rehabilitation,and new construction ofafl"ordable housing projects which develop outside the regular funding cycle. In accordance with federal regulations, all projects funded with Consortium HOW funds are required to provide a minimum of 25 percent match from non-federal sources. During FY 1999/2000, $2,353,700 in additional funds will be available for affordable housing projects(annual allocation less administrative costs and CHDO operating support)with the result that the estimated minimum required match for Consortium HOW funds will be$588,425. Eligible sources of match include: state, local and/or private funds,the grant equivalent of a below-market interest rate loan; the value of waived taxes,fees,or other charges by state/local jurisdictions,the value of donated land "HONE floods used for HONE program administration and C°T.. O operating support do not require a match, 23 or real property;cost of infrastructure improvements directly related to a HOME-project;the value of donated labor and materials; and an allocation of State Low-Income Housing Tax Credits. The following are specific sources of match proposed for projects approved for FY 1999/2000 HOME funds: City Redevelopment Agency funds($342,000);FHLB Affordable Housing Program funds ($95,000); and the net present value of property tax waivers ($181,1300). The County will continue to work with project sponsors to identify additional sources of match. H.Lii. Contra Costa County Community Development Block Gant Funds - Affordable Housing Eligible affordable housing activities iinclude. 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 199912000, a combined NOFA for CDBG and HOME funds was distributed to all interested parties in November of 1998 and applications submitted in December. Project applications were reviewed in accordancewith 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 April 27, 1999. A summary description of the housing projects approved for CDBG funding are included in Table 1. 12CommunityBased 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. 24 In addition to projects funded through the regular application process,the County reserves a portion of each year's CDBG allocation for the CDBG Housing.Development Assistance Fund. These funds are available on an open-window basis through the Community Development Department for the acquisition,rehabilitation,and new construction ofaffordable housing projects which develop outside the regular Bending cycle. H.Liii Contra Costa Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS Funds In response to the needs identified in the Contra Costa County HIV/ALIAS Dousing Plan,the County has reserved FY 1999/2000 DOPWA funds for housing affordable to and occupied by low-income persons with HIV/A1DS. Eligible activities include the acquisition, rehabilitation or conversion of buildings for use in providing emergency shelter, affordable multifamily rental or single room occupancy(SRO)housing, and community residences for the target population. Funds may also be used for the new construction of SROs and community residences and for housing counseling/advocacy programs. projects may be located anywhere in Contra Costa County. Priority will be given to projects which serve the following target populations identified in the Plan: • individuals who are homeless or have unstable housing: people disabled with DIV/AIDS , including families with young children; and • people disabled with DIV/AIDS who are diagnosed with additional disabilities(e.g., mental illness and/or substance abuse). In addition, special consideration will be given to projects which address the following types of housing identified as priority needs in the Contra Costa County DIV/AIDS Dousing Plan; permanent supportive Dousing for people who are living with AIDS and who have a history of substance abuse,mental illness,homelessness,or are being discharged from drug treatment or correctional facilities; service-enriched emergency housing for medically-frail people with MV/AIDS discharged from hospitals who are homeless but still need medical attention; and nursing or hospice facilities for people living with MV/AIDS. The County anticipates that $342,000 in FY 1999/2000 funds will be used for the development of additional affordable housing for the target population,with the remaining$90,000 used for housing advocacy and related housing support services." HOPWA projects may be located anywhere in Contra Costa County(cities and unincorporated area). 13 An estirnated$8,500 will be used for program administration. 25 FY 1999/2000 HOPWA funds will be allocated through a competitive application process to be initiated in July, 1999. Projects will be reviewed by Contra Costa Entitlement Jurisdictions and a representative of County Health Services Department, AIDS Program. Funding recommendations will be submitted to the Board of Supervisors for their consideration and final approval. Housing development projects will be evaluated and reviewed based on the following criteria: • consistency with the priorities identified in the Contra Costa Consortium and City of Richmond Consolidated Plans, and the needs of persons with HIV/AIDS as identified in the Contra Costa County HIVIAIDS Housing Plan; • eligibility under federal regulations; • degree to which the project serves the target population; • feasibility and cost-effectiveness; • ability of the project to leverage other resources; • experience ofthe project team in affordable housing development, management, and service provision; • proposed affirmative marketing program; • ability ofthe project sponsors to demonstrate how residents ofHOPWA-assisted housing will have access to appropriate supportive services; • project readiness; • local community support; and • environmental issues. H.Liv Contra Costa Countv Emerg_ency 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. FY 1999/2000 ESG funds($130,150)4 will be allocated through a competitive application process initiated in April, 1999 with proposals due June 10. Projects will be reviewed by the Community Development Department and a representative ofthe County's Social Services Department. Funding recommendations will be submitted to the Board of Supervisors in September. 14 An estimated$6,850 will be used for program administration. 26 Projects will be reviewed and evaluated based on the following criteria: • consistency with homeless shelter and service priorities identified in the Contra Costa Consortium Consolidated Plan 1995-1999 and the Contra Costa County Continuum of Care Homeless Plan 1996 -2001; eligibility under federal regulations; degree to which the project serves the target population; feasibility and cost-effectiveness in meeting homeless service and shelter needs; proposed match and ability of the project to leverage other resources; experience of the applicant in homeless service provision; project readiness; and environmental issues. Projects must serve Urban County residents. H.Lv ntra 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 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 i 5 Oakley will become a city on July 1, 1999. In accordance with State Law,the Oakley redevelopment area will continue under the authority of the County Redevelopment Agency for 12 months after city incorporation. On July 1,2000,the Oakley redevelopment area and its obligations will be transferred to a City Redevelopment Agency. 27 ofSupervisors 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; Lafayette; Pinole;pleasant Hill, San Pablo, and San Ramon. Organizations interested in pursuing affordable housing opportunities in the City redevelopment areas should contact the relevant RDA. 1. Number of Households to be Assisted Resources available through the County during FY 1999/2000 will be used for programs and projects to maintain and increase affordable housing opportunities for an estimated 240 households,including 150 very-low income households and 90 low-income households. 1n addition,funds will be used to provide fair housing counseling and legal services to an estimated 250 households. Estimates of households to be assisted are based on the results of the FY 199912000 CDBG/HOME funding cycle and prior program experience and include activities funded through the Consortium HOME.Program, the County CDBG,HOPWA, and ESG programs; and the Housing Development Assistance Fund. Projects funded through the FY 199912000 HOME and CDBG funding cycle include: .Rental housing rehabilitation - 30 units. Owner-occupied housing rehabilitation a 102 units. • Site acquisition/new construction - 20 units multifamily rental housing for disabled households. TM First-time homebuyer assistance- 16 households. • Fair housing counseling- 150 households. • Legal assistance/fair housing- 100 households. The County estimates that currently unallocated FY 1999/2000 CDBG/HDAF,HOME/HDAF,and HOPWA resources will be adequate to assist an additional 70 to 100 lower-income households. In addition to these activities, the County Housing Authority will complete the rehabilitation of 30 units of existing public housing at seven project sites 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 approximately 40 low-and moderate- income first-time homebuyers. 28 1 Non-mousing,Community Development Activities 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 Beard of Supervisors, proposes to utilize it's 1999/2000 Community Development Bloch Grant Funds from time 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 time Primary Objective of the CDBG Program. Per§570.301 Presubmission requirements for CDBG funds, Contra Costa County developed a FY 1999/2000 Action Plan for the proposed use of Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Act funds. The proposed Action Plan was published in a newspaper of general circulation within Contra Costa County on March 2 , 1999. A public hearing for the proposed Action Plan was held on April 27, 1999. The final Action Plan was approved by the County Board of Supervisors at the close of the public hearing. The major objectives of the FY 1999/2000 Action Plan are as follows. Provide programs and activities which benefit lower income persons, Prevent or reduce deterioration in designated neighborhoods. Preserve the existing housing stock and increase housing opportunities for lower income persons. Provide incentives for business expansion and stabilization in order to expand employment opportunities for lower income persons. Assist programs that create permanent employment opportunities for low income persons. Improve the public works infrastructure,including improvements that:aid in the revitalization of neighborhoods, increase access to persons with disabilities and the elderly,and increase the health and safety of residents. Provide assistance to neighborhood and public facilities that serve low-arid moderate-income persons and families. 16ContraCosta County is an Urban County in the U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development's Community Development Block Fant 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. 29 • Provide housing counseling and information services and further fair housing. In addition, on September 1, 1998, the Board of Supervisors adopted outcomes which augment and further define the goals listed above. The outcomes are as follows: • Increase opportunities for families and special needs populations to obtain essential services such as emergency shelter and transitional housing. • Reduce or prevent incidence of homelessness • Enable families and special needs populations to become self-sufficient by providing supportive services. • Increase the likelihood of children ready for and succeeding in school. • Increase the self-confidence of children through recreational and educational opportunities • Reduce incidence of drug, alcohol, and physical abuse through early intervention and prevention programs. • Reduce incidence of child abuse and neglect through prevention or intervention • Expand supportive services for the elderly and other special needs populations Ensure that communities are safe and provide a high quality of life for children and families. Non-Housing Community Development Resources and Needs The Consolidated flan sets forth goals and objectives to meet housing and non-housing community development needs. Non-housing community development activities are those that provide for a safe and livable environment as identified by the community. The County funds activities under three different non-housing categories to address identified needs: economic development, public service, and OPEN which is the designation for capital projects such as infrastructure improvements and community facilities. 30 The Board of Supervisors has adopted the following guidelines for the allocation of funds for non- housing community development projects: Category of Use Percent of Annual Grant $ Amount Economic Development 15% $580,200 Public Service 15%17 $580,200 OPEN(infrastructure, public facilities) 3% $193,400 Additionally, 2 percent ($77,360) of the annual allocation and any undisbursed funds from prior program years are set aside for allocation by the Board of Supervisors subsequent to the public hearing. The County also requires a minimum match of 1011/o for funds allocated to non-profit agencies and a 25 percent match for funds allocated to governmental agencies. The following is a summary of goals identified in the Consolidated Plan and objectives, outcomes and programs to be undertaken during FY 1999/00 to address non-housing community development needs. Economic development efforts and projects are included in the Anti-Poverty Strategy on page 15. The following is a summary of programs to be undertaken during FY 1999/2000 that address non-housing community.development needs. A more complete description of projects listed below can be found in Table I. 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. In November of 1994 the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors placed on the ballot, as an advisory measure, a county wide Action Plan to prevent violence in Contra Costa County. The advisory measure was approved by the electorate and the Action Plan serves as a foundation for reducing and preventing violence in the County. The Action Plan is carried out and administered by the County Health Services Department. Three prevention programs have been funded that provide classroom forums for children to be educated on and to prevent physical and sexual abuse. These include: 99-27 PS Child Assault Prevention Program(CAPP) 99-28 PS Child Assault Prevention Project (TEEN Program) 99-33 PS Youth Violence Relationship and Alliance Building `'Use of CDBG funds for Public Service cannot exceed 15 percent of the annual grant amount,plus 15 percent of program income received during the grantee's immediately preceding program year. FY 1998/99 program income is estimated to be approximately$600,000. 31 Funds have also been provided to provide in-hare parenting education, and supportive services to victims of rape. 99-35 PS Child-Parent Enrichment Program 99-61 PS Sexual Assault Victim Empowerment Program Assist special needs groups such as the homeless, persons with disabilities, persons with AIDS, and persons with substance abuse problems services throughout the urban county. • Increase opportunities for families and special needs populations to obtain essential services such as emergency shelter and transitional housing. Reduce or prevent incidence of homelessness • Enable families and special needs populations to become self-sufficient by providing supportive services. • Expand supportive services for the elderly and other special needs populations Public service programs providing assistance to the homeless or those in jeopardy of becoming homeless include(some of these programs are also listed under housing): 99-39 PS 24-Hour Homeless Hotline and Emergency Shelter Program 99-40 PS Assistance for Homeless and Families in Crisis 99-41 PS Comprehensive Housing Counseling 99-42 PS Emergency Family Shelters 9943 PS Emergency Housing and Homeless Services 99-44 PS Homeless Shelter Program for Single Adults 9945 PS Housing and Homeless Assistance Project 99-46 PS Martinez Dining Room 99-47 PS Prepared and Perishable Food Program Provide appropriate public services to assist lower income persons and agencies to meet client needs. ® Provide high quality child care in a safe and stimulating environment with certified instructors and other experienced professionals. • Increase the likelihood of children ready for and succeeding in school. ® Increase the self-confidence of children through recreational and educational opportunities • Ensure that communities are safe and provide a high quality of life for children and families. 32 A Contra Costa County, United Way/Hospital Council Collaborative Community Assessment completed in January 1999 indicate that there continues to be a shortage of affordable child care slots in the County. The County has provided approximately$210,00 from the Child Care Affordability Fund to operate four programs which increase availability of child care primarily for families transitioning off CalWORKs. The County Social Service Department is also providing child care training classes for CalWorks clients in cooperation with the Contra Costa County Office of Education. The 1996 Contra Costa Child Care Task Force identified the need for approximately 5,500 more infant toddler slots and 16,500 additional slots to serve school age children. The cost of full time child care for a pre-school aged child has increased approximately 80% since 1983. The average monthly cost of family child care is approximately $400. An estimated 33,886 children in Contra Costa County are eligible for some type of child care subsidy. In 1995 only 15.3%were able to be served due to limited resources. The following project assists in the provision of high quality child care in Contra Costa County: 99-10 ED Family Day Care Development Project 99-36 PS YWCA-Family Empowerment Program Seniors Funds have been approved for four social service programs to address needs associated with seniors. Programs providing assistance in health, legal and supportive services for seniors include: 99-48 PS Alzheimers's Respite Care 99-49 PS Legal Services for Needy Seniors 99-50 PS Ombudsman Services of Contra Costa 99-52 PS The Senior Services Network Two other program described under housing programs providing housing related services to seniors include: 99-51 PS Senior Home Equity Conversion Counseling 99-53 PS Villa San Ramon"ConServ" Program Youth Projects providing recreation and/or education,delinquency diversion and advocacy for youth include: 99-25 PS After School Outreach Performing Arts Program 99-26 PS Boys& Girls Club 99-29 PS Children at Risk 33 99-31 PS Los Cenzontles 'Youth Performance Group 99-32 PS Youth Delinquency Diversion Disabled Projects providing assistance to the disabled to maintain their independence include: 99-56 PS Independent Living Skills for the Visually Impaired 99-57 PS JOBS Integrated Home Gare Services 99-58 PS JOBS Plus 99-59 PS Living Safety at Home AIDS/HIV Projects providing assistance to persons with AIDS through all phases of the disease include: 99-54 PS DTIV/AIDS Services 99-55 PS H1V/AIDS Nutrition Education and Food Program Family Services Projects providing assistance to low income families include: 99-34 PS Brookside Community Health Center.Dental Clinic 99-35 PS Child-Parent Enrichment Program 99-36 PS YWCA Family Empowerment Program 99-37 PS Multicultural/Senior Family Center(North Richmond) 99-38 PS Service Integration Substance Abuse Services • Provides park and recreational opportunities to low and moderate income neighborhoods including opportunities for the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Assist with infrastructure improvements that increase the health and safety of low and moderate income residents and special needs populations CDBG staff'has established ongoing discussions with the cities in the Urban County to identify infrastructure needs. Infrastructure improvements could include flood and storm drain improvements, street and sidewalks,utilities, and accessibility needs in areas that house or provide services to low- income persons. In many instances the cost of infrastructure improvement requires multiple funding sources. Staff will work with public agencies local municipal advisory councils, and non-profits to identify, develop and prioritize infrastructure activities, and assist in identifying potential Banding sources. 34 The following projects provide infrastructure improvements that increase the health and safety of low and moderate income residents and special needs populations: 99-17 OPEN 1998/99 Access Ramps Project y El Cerrito 99-18 OPEN City of Martinez City Wide Installation of Curb Ramps 99.19 OPEN North Richmond Curb Ramps 99-20 OPEN Pedestrian Ramps - Old Town Section Phase IV 99-21 OPEN Oakley Curb Ramps 99-22 OPEN Village Drive Area Street Lighting 99-23 OPEN Orchard Drive Area.Infrastructure Improvements Develop neighborhood facilities to serve lower income areas The following project will provide assistance to low-and-moderate-income individuals by providing service in their neighborhood. 99-24 OPEN Capital Improvements 490 Golf Club Road North Richmond Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy The Community of North Richmond is located in an unincorporated area of West Contra Costa County near San Pablo Bay, and is encircled by the City of Richmond (census tracts 3650.01 and .02). North Richmond covers 900 acres of land,and has a primarily low-income minority population of 2,300 people. As a generally alder area of 'west Contra Costa County, the community had seen very little development in the last quarter century. North Richmond was designated as a Redevelopment Area in July 1987. In December 1993 the North Richmond Municipal Advisory Council (.MAC) was established to further the well being and interests of North Richmond residents. The MAC created a seven-point Community Action Plan which included the following goals: create jobs • ensure public safety 9 guarantee health care increase the amount and quality of affordable housing • provide child care, youth and senior services improve the physical environment and promote cultural awareness and communications. In September 1996 a North Richmond Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy(NRS)was approved by HUD. The purpose of the NRS is to create opportunities for jobs and housing, viable neighborhood commercial areas, child care, safe streets, and transportation. The NRS utilized as its foundation the Community Action Plan. The Redevelopment Area Implementation Plan, County 35 General Plan, and input from the community and other stakeholders to identify priority needs were also used in the development of the NRS. Since 1996 several of the objectives identified in the NRS have been met or initiated. The North Richmond Center for Health was completed, a commercial center, senior housing and single family housing projects are under construction, bus service has been expanded, employment training programs are in place, a light industrial incubator is in the final stages of development, and a number of infrastructure projects have been completed. The County plans to continue to implement the NRS and has allocated funding to the following projects: • 99-12 ED North Richmond Industrial Incubator • 99-13 ED North Richmond Employment Partnership • 99-19 OP North Richmond Curb Ramps • 99-25 PS After School Outreach Performing Arts Program • 99-30 PS Invest In Rids (Mentoring and Scholarship Program) • 99-37 PS Multicultural/Senior Center • 99-38 PS Service Integration Substance Abuse Services • 99-60 PS Conflict Resolution Panels • 99-67 I-EvI CHDO Operating Support North Richmond In addition CDBG program staff will be reassessing the outcomes identified in the NRS to ensure continued relevance and responsiveness to community needs. 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L. VlonitorinLy L.l Housing Projects and Pro ams The Centra 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 flan, and County HousingElement. Fallowing 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 requirements",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. 6 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 HONffisassisted projects will be subject to periodic onsite inspections to ensure continued compliance with federal housing quality standards." isIncludescompliance 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. 19 Projects with 1-4 HONE-assisted units will be inspected every third year,projects with 5-25 units will be inspected every other year,and projects with 26 or more HONE-assisted units will be inspected annually. 51 L.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 ofwork,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. 52 Md SUMMARY OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION AND CITIZEN COMMENTS In preparing the FY 1999/2000 Action Plan the County held a Public Hearingon October 28, 1998. The purpose of the hearing was to obtain citizens', public agencies', and other interested parties' views on housing needs for the Consortium area and housing and community development needs of the Urban County. Comment was also requested on program performance in carrying out objectives as described in the Consolidated Flan and the FY 1996/97 Grantee Performance Report. The following represent those comments received regarding housing and community development needs and program performance. In attendance at the October 28,1998 Public Hearing Contra Costa County Staff- Kathleen Hamm and Belinda Smith Members of the public Pat Corum- Contra Costa County John Metzler- Independent Living Resource Marsha Zimmerman Colette O'Keef - Alliance for the Mentally Ill Contra Costa David Kahler- Alliance for the Mentally Ill Contra Costa Herb Putnam-M.H. Commission and Alliance for the Mentally Ill Contra Costa. AMI development Agency Stephen Rothschild - Alliance for the Mentally Ill Contra Costa Christopher Dodd - Contra Costa County Mental Health Aaron Kling-Contra Costa County Mental Health Administration Jay Mahler-Mental Health Consumer Concerns Pat Pinkston- St. Vincent de Paul John Bateson - Contra Costa Crisis Center Ellen Danchik•-Bast County Mental Health Marilyn Sanders- Central County?Mental Health "Winston Rhodes- City ofBrentwood Ellen Schwartz- Invest in Kids Comments were received in the following areas: The following comments were made at the October 28, 1998 hearing; * Services for homeless individuals and families, and at risk of homelessness. 6 Temporary(drops-in) emergency shelter services. s Lack of affordable housing for large families. Need for a variety of housing choices and options for the mentally disabled such as Independent Living, Group housing, Board and Care, Dousing match/shared housing, rent subsidies . 53 • Mental health services including job training,recreational services,landlord/tenant assistance including dispute resolution and education, data bank for housing available to mentally and physically disabled. • Funds for installation of AICA access for renters. • Mentoring programs for youth • Increased funding for housing rehabilitation Need for housing units accessible to people with disabilities close to transit. Also, as required by federal regulations, the FY 1999/2000 Action Plan was available for public review and comment at the offices of 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 regarding the Proposed Action Plan and Public Hearing before the County Board of Supervisors. Additionally, in order to receive comment in a more timely manner, the public notice included requests for comment on program performance in carrying out the Consolidated Plan and the FY 1996/97 Consolidated Annual Performance Report (CAPED.). Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors held a public hearing on April 27, 1999 for comment on the proposed FY 1999/2000 Action Plan. Following the public hearing the Board considered and approved the FY 1999/00 Action Plan with the following exception:Funds in the amount of$123,308 were not proposed for allocation. Staff was directed to develop recommendations for the allocation of$123,308 in funds and return to the Board on May 4, 1999. On May 4, 1999 the Board of Supervisors approved the allocation of$123,308 for transitional housing for homeless families in Bast or gest County, and amended the Action Plan to include this project. Approximately 1.4 people spoke or submitted written comments on behalf of proposed projects listed in the Action Plan. There were no comments or speakers regarding program performance on the FY 1997/98 CAPED.. 54 IL CERTIEICATIONSOAGREEMENTS 55 As CONSOLIDATED PIAN CERTIFICATIONS In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the consolidated plan regulations, the jurisdictions certifies that: Affirmatively Further Fair Housing-The jurisdiction will affirmatively further fair housing,which means it will conduct an analysis of impediments to fair housing choice within the jurisdiction, take appropriate actions to overcome the effects of any impediments identified through that analysis, and maintain records reflecting that 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, and implementing regulations at 49 CFR 24: and it has in effect and is following a residential antidisplacement and relocation assistance plan required under section 104(d) of the Dousing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, in connection with any activity assisted with funding under the CDBG or HOME programs. 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 violation of 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 workplaces (c) Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs; and (d) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse 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 57 (b) Notify 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 ofthe 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 a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency; `I. Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace through implementation of paragraphs 1,2,3,4,5 and 6. Anti-Lobbying- To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief; I. 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 employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement,and the extension, continuation,renewal, amendment,or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, 2. If any fends other than 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-LLL,"Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions; and 58 3. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 ofthis anti-lobbying certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, leans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. Authority of Jurisdiction - The consolidated plan is authorized under State and local law (as applicable) and the jurisdiction possesses the legal authority to carry out the programs for which it is seeking funding, in accordance with applicable HUD regulations. Consistency with Plan - The housing activities to be undertaken with CDBG, HOME, ESC, and HOPWA funds are consistent with the strategic plan. Section 3 -It will comply with Section 3 of the:Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, and implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 135. Date Signature/Authorized Official Det)utyDirector-Redevelopment Title 59 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT GRANTEE CERTIFICATIONS The:entitlement Community certifies that: Citizen Participation It is in full compliance and following a detailed citizen participation plan that satisfies the requirements of 24 CFR.91.105. Community Development Plan - Its consolidated Housing and Community Development plan identifies community development and Dousing needs and specifies both short and long-terra community development objectives that provide decent housing, expand economic opportunities primarily for persons with low and moderate income. (See CFR 24 570.2 and CFR 24 part 570) Following a Plan. - It-is fallowing a current consolidated plan (or Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy)that has been approved by HUD. Use of Funds -It has complied with the following criteria: 1. Maximum Feasible Priority. With respect to activities expected to be assisted with CDBG funds, it certifies that it has developed its Action flan 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. The Action Plan may also include activities which the grantee certifies are 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; 2. Overall Benefit. The aggregate use of CDBG funds including section 108 guaranteed loans during program year(s) 1999 (a period specified by the grantee consisting of one, two, or three specific consecutive program years), shall principally benefit persons of low and moderate income in a manner that ensures that at least 70 percent of the amount is expended for activities that benefit such persons during the designated period; 3. Special Assessments. 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 that related to the capital casts of public improvements(assisted in part with CDBG funds) financed from other 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. 61 Thejurisdiction will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted with CDBG funds, including Section 108, unless CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of fee or assessment attributable to the capital costs of public improvements financed from other revenue sources. In this case, an assessment or charge may be made against the property with respect to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds. Also, in the case of properties owned and occupied my moderate-income (not low-income) families, an assessment or charge may be made against the property for public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds if the jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG funds to cover the assessment. Excessive Force- It has adopted and is enforcing: 1. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations; 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; Compliance With Anti-Discrimination Laws - The,grant will be conducted and administered in conformity with the Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 USC 2000d), the Fair Housing Act (42 USC 3601-3619), and implementing regulations. Lead-Based Paint-Its notification, inspection, testing and abatement procedures concerning lead-based paint will comply with the requirements of 24 CFR §570.608; Compliance with Laws -It will comply with applicable laws. Signature/Authorized Official Date Deputy Director-Redevelopment Title 62 SPECIFIC HOME CERTIFICA'T'IONS The HO1vE participating jurisdiction certifies that: Tenant Based Rental Assistance- If the participating jurisdiction intends to provide tenant-based rental assistance: The use of HO1viE funds for tenant-based rental assistance is an essential element of the participating jurisdiction's consolidated plan for expanding the supply, affordability, and availability of decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing. Eligible Activities and Casts-It is using and will use HOMI✓funds for eligible activities and costs, as described in 24 CI;R.§ 92.205 through 92.209 and that is not using and will not use HONffi funds for prohibited activities, as described in § 92.214. Appropriate Financial Assistance-Before committing any funds to a project, it will evaluate the project in accordance,with the 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; Signature/Authorized Official Date DeDuty Director-Redevelopment Title 63 64 ......... ......... ......... ........_.... . .... ......... ......... .................. __ _ ........ LOCAL GOVERNMENT GRANTEE EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANTS PROGRAM CERTIFICATIONS BY THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER 1, James Kennedy, on behalf of the Chief Executive Officer of Contra Costa County certify that the local government will ensure the provision of the matching supplemental funds required by the regulation at 24 CFR 576.51. 1 have attached to this certification a description of the sources and amounts of such supplemental funds. I further certify that the local government will comply with: I. The requirements of 24 CFR. 576.21 (a)(4) providing that the funding of homeless prevention activities for families that have received eviction notices or notices of termination of utility services will meet the requirements that. (A)the inability of the family to make the required payments must be the result of a sudden reduction in income; (B) the assistance roust be necessary to avoid eviction of the family or termination of the services to the family;(C)there roust be a reasonable prospect that the family will be able to resume payments within a reasonable period of time;and(D) the assistance must not supplant funding for preexisting homeless prevention activities from any other source. 2. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.53 concerning the continued use of buildings for which emergency shelter grants are used for rehabilitation or conversion of buildings for use as emergency shelters for the homeless; or when funds are used solely for operating costs or essential services. 3. The building standards requirement of 24 CFR. 576.55; 4. The requirements of 24 CFR. 576.56, concerning assistance to the homeless; and 5. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.57, other appropriate provisions of 24 CFR Fart 576, and other applicable Federal laws concerning nondiscrimination and equal opportunity. 6. The requirement of 24 CFR.576.59(b)concerning the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970. 7. The requirement of 24 CFR 576.59 concerning minimizing the displacement of persons as a result of a project assisted with these funds. 8. The requirements of 24 CFR Part 24 concerning the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988. 65 9. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.56(a) and 576.65(b) that grantees 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 with ESG funds and that the address or location of any family violence shelter project will not be made public, except with written authorization of the person or persons responsible for the operation of such shelter. 10. The requirement that recipients involve,to the maximum extent practicable,homeless individuals and families in policymaking, renovating, maintaining, and operating facilities assisted under the ESG program, and in providing services for occupants of these facilities as provided by 24 CFR 76.56. 11. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.57 (e) are met dealing with the provisions of, and regulations and procedures applicable with respect to the environmental review responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and related authorities as specified in 24 CFR fart 58. I further certify that the submission of a completed and approved Consolidated plan with its certifications,which act as the application for an Emergency Shelter Grant,is authorized under State and/or local law, and that the local government possesses legal authority to carry out grant activities in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations of the Department of Housing and Urban Development. Name and Title Signature of Chief Executive Officer Bate Title 66 HOPW'A CERTIFICATIONS The HOPWA grantee certifies that: Activities- Activities funded under the program will meet urgent needs that are not being met by available public and private sources. Building- Any building or structure assisted under that program shall be operated for the purpose specified in the plan: 1. For at least 10 years in the case of assistance involving new construction, substantial rehabilitation, or acquisition of a facility, 2. For at least 3 years in the case of assistance involving non-substantial rehabilitation or repair of a building or structure. Signature/Authorized Official Date Deputy Director-Redevelopment Title 67 68 ............... . ......... ................ APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING LOBBYING AND DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE REQUIRENIEN"T : A. Lobbying Certification This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placedd when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less that$10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure. B. Drug-Free Workplace Certification 1. By signing and/or submitting this application or grant agreement, the grantee is providing the certification. 2. The certification is material representation of fact upon which reliance is placed when the agency awards the grant. If it is later determined that the grantee knowingly rendered a false certification,or otherwise violated the requirements ofthe Drug-Free Workplace Act, HUD, in addition to any other remedies available to the Federal Government, may take action authorized under the Drug-Free Workplace Act. 3. Workplaces under grants, for grantees other than individuals, need not be identified on the certification. If known, they may be identified in the grant application. If the grantee does not identify the workplaces at the time of application, or upon award, if there is no application, the grantee must keep the identity of the workplace(s) on file in its office and make the information available for Federal inspection. Failure to identify all known workplaces constitutes a violation of the grantee's drug-free workplace requirements. 4. Workplace identifications must include the actual address of buildings (or parts of buildings) or other sites where work under the grant takes place. Categorical descriptions may be used (e.g., all vehicles of a mass transit authority or State highway department while in operation, State employees in each local unemployment office, performers in concert halls or radio stations). 5. Ifthe workplace identified to the agency changes during the performance ofthe grant, the grantee shall inform the agency of the change(s), if it previously identified the workplaces in question (see paragraph three). 69 6. 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) Check if there are workplaces on file that are not identified here. The certification with regard to the drug-free workplace is required by 24 CFP.. part 24, subpart F. 7. Definitions ofterms in the Non-procurement Suspension and Debarment common rale and Drug-Free Workplace common rule apply to this certification. Grantees' attention is called, in particular, to the following definitions from these rules: "Controlled substance"means a controlled substance in Schedules I through V ofthe Controlled Substances Act(21 U.S. C. 81.2) and as further defined by regulation(21 CFR 1308.11 through 1308.15); "Conviction" means a finding a guilt (including a plea of nolo contendere) or imposition of sentence, or both, by any judicial body charged with the responsibility to determine violations of the Federal or State criminal drug statutes; "Criminal drug statute"means a Federal or non-Federal criminal statute involving the _.. manufacture,distribution,dispensing,use,or possession of any controlled substance; ".Employee"means the employee of a grantee directly engaged in the performance of work under a grant, including: (I) All "direct charge" employees; (ii) all "indirect charge" employees unless their impact or involvement is insignificant to the performance of the grant; and (iii) temporary personnel and consultants who are directly engaged in the performance of work under the grant and who are on the grantee's payroll_ This definition does not include workers not on the payroll of the grantee(e.g.,volunteers, even if used to meet a matching requirement;consultants or independent contractors not on the grantee's payroll; or employees of subrecipients or subcontractors in covered workplaces). 70 CONTRA COSTA COUNTY ACTION PLAN APPENDIX 71 72 HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP ACT First-tune Homebuyer's Program The Contra Costa HONSE Consortium has established a priority for the use of HOW funds to increase homeownership opportunities for very-tow and low-income households in the Consortium area. Programs and projects which will be considered for funding under this component of the HGN,M 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. to 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 $170,362 for single-family home). The County as the Consortium Representative will provide first-time homebuyer assistance using HONE funds in the form of 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 HONE second loan will equal the purchase price of the unit minus the sum of the first mortgage,the homeowner's downpayment2l,and any other sources of available subsidy. In this way, the County will provide just enough subsidy to mare 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 alcove requirements and employ one of the following approaches: 21 he 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 cedes 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. "Homebuyers will be required to provide a minimum downpayment of 3 to 5 percent. Higher downpayments will be encouraged. Downpayment may be in the form of sweat equity or grants or gifts from other sources. 73 1. a shared equity loan program designed to recapture the HOMffi 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 Eauily Loan Program. Under this approach, HOME funds may be used to provide silent second loans to qualified low-income first-time homebuyers. HOME loans are due on sale or transfer of the property. 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($20,004)plus the County's share of the appreciation realized on the unit(20 percent of$10,000 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 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 original investment. Silent Second Loan Program with Resale 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. In addition, units purchased with assistance through this program component must be maintained as a part of the affordable housing stock for the following "If a first-time homebuyer undertakes significant capital improvements on a unit acquired with HONE funds, appreciation upon resale will equal the resale price minus the original acquisition price minus the value of the improvements, 74 minimum time periods: 20 years for newly constructed units; 15 years for existing units. Affordability will be maintained through the following resale restrictions which roust be incorporated into the loan documents securing the HOW funds: I. 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 HOW-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 HOW-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 70 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. 13Payment of principle,interest,taxes and insurance(PIT[)will not exceed 30 percent o4 the gross monthly income of a household earning 75 percent of AMI with the following exception. PI'1?equal to 30 percent of actual gross monthly income for HOME-eligible households earning from"S to 80 percent of AM will be considered to be affordable. 75 A,II?`FU MA°TIVE MARKETING PROCEDURES The objective of affirmative marketing within the context ofthe 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 informina the nublic. owners and otential tenants about the HOME CDBG HOPY&andESGPrograms.federal fair housing laws and the Coun 's affirm tive rnarketin clic . 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 an informational brochure describing the HOME,CDBC, HOPWA, and ESG Programs, including fair housing and affirmative marketing requirements, and the Equal Housing Opportunity logo. C. Meetings and workshops with potential applicants for HOW, 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, Pacific Community services, Contra Costa Legal Services Foundation,North Richmond Neighborhood House,Dousing 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. Rectuirements and oractices owners ofassisted housing must adhere to in order to carry out the County's affirmative marketing procedures and re uirements. The Court will require owners of federally-assisted Dousing to comply with federal fair housing lave 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 community gathering spots(e.g., community center, church, supermarket, laundromat, fair housing../housing counseling agency, and employment office). 77 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. 79 MINORITY AND WOMEN'S BUSINESS OUTREACH PROGRAM It is the policy of Contra Costa County that Minority-owned Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women-owned Business Enterprises(WBEs)'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. 'e 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 County 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 ESC programs and potential contracting opportunities fbr'_'1-Y1BE/W`BE participation in projects. These materials will be distributed through mailings and meetings with appropriate groups as indicated in L c 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 ofinformation coneemingtheHOME,CDBG,HOPWA,andESGprograms 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 Owned Businesses. 2"An eligible NME 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 WB E 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. 81 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 MBEOWBE participation. f As appropriate,use the services and assistance of the Small Business Administration and Minority Business Development Agency of the Department of Commerce. In addition to the above measures, the County 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 NME/WBE firms of available subcontracting opportunities. To facilitate this effort, the County will make its list of WBENI BEs 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 WBENMEs which contract directly with the County for purposes ofthe specified programs;the Department will require all subrecipients to maintain records and report annually on the participation of MBE/WBEs as subcontractors on projects. 82 Rd APPLICATION FOR FEDERAL ASSISTANCE AND FUNDING APPROVAUAGREEMENT 83 Application for Federal Assistance2.Late Submitted Applicant Identifier 04114M s-ss-ucm OW2 1.Type of Submission: 3.tate Received by State Stade Application tdardirw Application: Non-Construction Preapplication: Not Applicable 4.Dee Received by Federal Agency Federal tdentirw 5.Applicant Information Narne Organizatiortal flint Contra Costa County Community Development Department Address Contact. 651 Pine Stred,4th Floor,North Wing Minda Smith Martinez„CA 94653 (925)335-1260 Camra Costa S.Employer Identification Number(EIM: 7.Type of Applicant: 09 County8.Type of Application: Type: New 6 B.Name of Federal Agency: U.S.Dept.of Housing and Urban Development 10.flog of Federal Dornestlo Assistance Number: 11.Descriptive Title of Applicant`s Project: ! Catalog Number: 14.21 Contra Costa County FY 1999/00 Action Plan Assistance Title: Community Development Block Grant 12.Areas Affected by Project: Contra Costa Urban County 13.Proposed Project: 14.Congressional Districts of: F Start Date End Date a.Applicant b.Project 0710V 06rJ= 7th and 1(3ttt 7th and 113th 1 r,Esthnated Funding: 15.Is Application Subject to Review by State Executive Order 12372.. ? a.Federal $3,868,000 Review Status: Program not covered l b.Applicant $0 c.State $0 d,Local 17.is the Applicant Delinquent on Any Federal Debt? No e.C.'4tteE' c s110,948 f.Program Income $500,030 U.Total i $4,576,946 F 18.To the best of my la o edge and belief,all data in this applicationlpreapplication are true and correct,the document has been duty authorized by the governing body of the applicant and the applicant will comply with the attached assuranoes if the assistance is awarded. a.Typed Name of Authorized Representative b.Tale c.Telephone Number James Kennedy Deputy Director-Redevelopment (925)335-1255 d.Signature of Authorized tach a e.We Signed � v 04/14199 l Application for Federal Assistance 2.Date Submitted Applicant kdeet#ilier 04114199 s-9"C-� 1.Type of submission: 3.We Received by State State Application identifier Application: Non-Construction Preappi` Not Applicable 4.fate Received by Federal Agency Federal Identifier S.Applicard information Name Organizational Unit Contra Cosh County Community Development DepatmeM Address Contact 651 Pine Street,4th Floor,Notch Wing Kathleen Hamm Martinez„CA 94553 (925)335-1257 Contra Costa 6.Employer Identification Number tEE": 7.Type of Applicant.: 94-6000509 Com a.Type of Application: Type: New 9.Name of Federal Agency: U.S.Dept.of Housing and Urban Development iia.CaUlog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number 11.Descriptive Title of Applicants Project: Catalog Number. 14.231 Contra Costa County FY 19W/00 Action Plan ttce Tf€e: Emergency Shelter Grant 12. Aflec ed by Project: Contra Costa Urban County l 13.Proposed Project: 14,Congressional Districts of: start tate Erect Cate a,Applicant b.Ptoje# 07/01199 05t"30= 7th and 10th 7th and t Oth IS.Estimated Funding: 16.Is Application Subject to Review by State Executive Order 12372 Process? # a.Federal $137,000 Review Status: Program not Savored i b.Applicant $0 l z l c.State $0 d<Local 5137,000 17.is the Applicant Delinquent on Arty Federal Debt? No $0 f Program Income l $0 C.Total $274,000 18.To the best of my knowledge and belief,all data in this applicationtpreapplicat#on are true and correct.the document has boon duty authortaed by the gcra Mitt/body of the applicant and the applicant will comply with the attached assuran.es ti the assistance is awarded. a.Typed Name of Authorized Representative b.Title c.Telephone Number James Kennedy Deputy Director Redevelopment (925)335-1255 i d.Signature Authorised Rep s.Date Signed Application for Federal Assistance 2.Date Submitted Applicant Identifier W14M Mu99-131 { 1.Type of Submission: 3.Data Received by State State Application Identil er Applicatiw Non-Construction preapplication: Not Applicable 4.Data Received try t=edend Agency Federal Identifier 5.Applicant Inf Legal Name Organizational Unit Contra Costa county y Community Development Department Address contact 651 pine Street,4th Floor,Notch Wing Kathleen Hamra l Martinez,,CA 94553 (925)335-1257 8 3 Contra Costa 6.Employer Wee iicetW Number(FIN): 7.Type of Applicant: County 6.Type of Application: Type: New l 9.Norm of Federal Agency: U.S.Dept.of Housing and Urban Development 10.Catalog of Federal Domeatic Assistance Nunmber. i I.t tascciptive Me of Appiicant's Project: er Catalog Number 14.239 Contra Costa County FY 19M9100 Action flan 3 Asst, Tine: HOME Investment partnership Act 12.Aram Affected by Project Contra Costa Urban County and the Cities of Antioch, Concord,Pittsburg,and Walnut Creek 13.Proposed Project: 14.Congressional districts of: Start we End Date a.Applicant b.Project 07/01/99 06130100 7th and I Oth 7th and loth 15.Estimated Funding: 16,Is Application Subject to Review by State Executive Otder 12372 Process? a.Federal $2,643,000 Review Status. program not covered ; b.Applicant $0 c.State $u d.Local $5136,425 th17.Is e Applicant Delinquent an Any Federal Debt? No e.other $0 f.Program Income $0 g.Total $3,231,425 "I6.To the best of my knowledge and belief.all data In this applicationtpreapplication are true and correct,the document has been duty 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 Representative b.T tie c.Telephone Number James Kemedy Deputy Director»Redevelopment, (925)' 5-1255 d.Si of Authorir. Ftepreserttative e.Bate Signed / "14199 Funding Approval/Agreement E.I.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Title l of the Housing and Community Office of Community Planning and Development Development Act (Public Law 93-383) Community Development Block Grant Program Hi-0061 SR of 2051 SR 1.Name of Grantee {as shown in Item 5 of Standard Fane-424} 3.Grantee's 9-Digh Tax ID#+#umber 14.Date Use of Funds May Begin 94-6000509 ? 07/01./99 CONTRA COSTA COUNTY 06901.3 5a.Project f Grant Number'I 6a.Amount Approved 2.Cxrantae's Complete Address(as shown in Item 5 of Standard Form-424} B-99-UC_06-0002 3,868,000 5b.Project I Grant Number 2 5b. Amount Approved 651 Pire Street, 4th lour, North Wing �50.Project t Grant Number 3 6c.Amount Approved Drartine Z, CA 94553 I Grant Agreement This Grant Agreement between the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the above named Grantee is ,rude pursuant to the authority of Title I of the Mousing and Community Development Act of 1574,as amended, (42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq). The Grantee's submissions for Title I assistance,the HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 5702 las now in effect and as may be amended from time to time), and this Funding Approval, including any special conditions, constitute part of the Agreement. Subject to the provisions of this Grant Agreement, MUD will make the funding assistance specified here available to the Grantee upon execution of the Agreement by the parties. The funding assistance specified in the Funding Approval may be used to pay costs incurred after the date specified in 4 above provided the activities to which such costs are related are carried out in compliance with all applicable requirements. Pre-agreement costs may not be paid with funding assistance specified here unless they are authorized in HUD regulations or approved by waiver and listed in the special conditions to the Funding Approval. The Grantee agrees to assume all of the responsibilities for environmental review, decision making, and actions, as specified and required in regulations issued by the Secretary pursuant to Section 104(g) of Title I and published in 24 CFR Part 58. The Grantee further acknowledges its responsibility for adherence to the Agreement by subrecipient entities to which it makes funding assistance hereunder available. U.S.DwArtment of HousinUA Urban Development(signature,name,title,date) Grantee Is nature,namyet ane X /, � JUN ; 199 ` - �- 77 S1e:tren . Sa.chs Director of CPDI X — 97. heck only e: Category of Title I Assistance for this 8.special a.Da h UD S omission: 10. eck One: Funding Action f Condit 0511 41 9 Orig.Funding Approval E X a. Entitlement,Sec108(b) !}; (check one) f b.D to Grantee Notiflel b. State-Administered,Seo 106(d)(1) 1 None i 3 b.Amendment JUL 16 1999 9 . ate of Start of Program Year: c.Amendment Number c. HUD-Administered Small Cities,see 106(d)i.21M) Attached ; 07/01/99 d. Indian CDBG Programs,Sao 106(agle) F11. Amount of — Community e. Surplus Urban Renewal Funds,Sac 11 2(b) Development FY99 FY j FY Block Grant f. Special Purpose Grants,Sac 107 a.Funds Reserved For P This Grantee 3,868,000 9 Loan Guarantee sec 108 � ib.Funds Now Being Approved 3,866,000 Raservation To Be l Cancelled(t t a minus t t b) ! 12s. Amount of Loan Guarantee Commitment Now Being Approved: 12b.Noma&Complete Address of Public Agency Loan Guarantee Acceptance Provisions for Designated Agencies The public agency hereby accepts the Grant Agreement executed by the Department of Housing and Urban Development on the above date with respect to 12c. signature of Authorized Official(name,title,date)for the above grant number(s) as Grantee designated to receive loan guarantee Designated Public Agency assistance, and agrees to comply with the terms and conditions of the Agreement, applicable regulations, and other requirements of HUD now or hereafter in effect, X pertaining to the assistance provided it. HUD Accounting Use Only 'SAC Batch 5 3! Pro ram `l AAS Re Area,�Doc�ummenntt Nu. Prosect Number Cat Amount tt � Effective Date �F LLL Il 7:6 I L L 1�... oC21 �n 3.Ei68,0001 07/01/99 t_.l V Pro' Number Amount s-z Y ' - Prcr'act Number Date Entered PAS Data Entered LDCCS Satoh Number-Transaction Code 1 Entered by: Verified by. i 3 Previous Editions are Obsolete form MUD-7082 (4193) 24 GFR 670 SPECIAL CONDITIONS E.Q. 12372-Special Contract Condition .. Notwithstanding any other provision of this agreement, no funds provided under this agreement may be obligated or upended for the punning or construction of water or sewer facilities until receipt of written notification from HLA? of the release of funds on completion of the review procedures required under Executive Order (E.O. ) 12372, Intergovernmental Review of Federal Programs, and MM' s implementing regulations at 24 CFP. Part 52 . The recipient shall also complete the review procedures recfaired under E.O. 12372 and 24 CFR Part 52 and, receive written notification from HUD of the release of funds before obligating or expending any funds provided under this agreement for any new or revised activity for the planning or construction of water or sewer facilities not previously reviewed under E.O. 12372 and implementing regulations. Funding Approval U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development and HOME Investment Office of Community Planning Partnership Agreement and Development l itle ll ttf the Nat6ona!Affordable Housing Act OMi3 Atsproval Ivo.25oi u�� �e i3 / � Public reporting burden for this collection of information, Is estimated to average 1.0 hour per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding this burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information,including suggestions for reducing this burden,to the Reports Management Officer,Office of Information Technology,Paperwoek Reduction Project(2501-0413),U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development,Washington,D.C. 20410--3600, Do not solid this form v 1.Participant Name&Address: 2.Participant Number: Contra Costa County 651 Pine Street, 4r`' Floor, North W---ngM99aI7C06C1231 Martinez, CA 9.4553 3.Tax identification Number: 94-6000509 4a.HUD Geographic Locator Code No: 5.Appropriation Number: 6.Funding Approval Number. 7.FY: 1999 06903.3. 86 x 0245 1 b.County Code: O13 i B. Previous Obligation 2. Regular Funds i b. Community Housing Development Organization Reallocation 9.Current Transaction a. Regular Funds 2,643,000 1 b. Community Housing Development Organization Reallocation E 100 Revised Obligation a. Regular Funds l b. Community Housing Development Organization Reallocation 11.Special Conditions:(check applicable box) 12.Congressional Release Date: a. X Not applicable b. U Attached JELL j a 1999 This agreement between the Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD)and Contra Costa County, California (the Participating Jurisdiction/Entity)is made pursuant to the authority of the Home Investment Partnerships Act(42 U.S.C. 12701 et seq.).The Participating Jurisdiction's /Entity's approved Program Description/Application and the HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 92(as now in effect and as may be amended from time to time)and this Home Investment Partnership Agrremcnt,form HUD-40093,including any special conditions,constitute part of this agreement.Subject to the provisions of this agreement,HUD will make the funds for the Fiscal Year specified,available to the Participating Jurisdiction/Entity upon execution of this agreement by the parties. All funds for the specified Fiscal Year provided by HUD by formula reallocation are covered by this agreement upon execution of an amendment by HUD,without the Participating Jurisdiction's execution of the amendment or other consent. HUD's payment of funds under this agreement is subject to the Participating Jurisdiction's/Entity's compliance with HUD's electronic funds transfer and information reporting procedures issued pursuant to 24 CFR.92.502. To the extent authorized by HUD regulations at 24 CFR.Part 92,HUD may, by its execution of an amendment, deobligate funds previously awarded to the Participating Jurisdiction/Entity without the Participating Jurisdiction's/Entity's execution of the amendment or other consent. The Participating Jurisdiction/Entity agrees that funds invested in affordable housing under 24 CFR.Part 92 are repayable when the housing no longer qualifies as affordable housing. Repayment shall be made as specified in 24 CFR Part 92. The Participating Jurisdiction agrees to assume all of the responsibility for environmental review,decision making,and actions,as specified and required in regulation at 24 CFR 92.352 and 24 CFR Part 55. For the U.S.Department of Housing and urban Development:(name&title) S` re&Date: ,s JUN 16 399 teven B. Sachs, Director of CPD For Participating Jurisdiction/Entity:(name&title of authorized official) Sign Lure&Bate: Jim Kem-edy,Deputy Director -Redeve1p ent � l fo HUD-40093 (4193) Funding Approval Under the U.S.Department of Housing EL WLQ Stewart B.McKinney Homeless and urban Development i Assistance Act(public Laws 100-77 and 100-628) Emergency Shelter Grants Program NAME OF APPLICANT 2. GRANT NUMBER CONTRA COSTA COUNTY 94-6000509 069013 S99-UC-06.0002 3 3. APPLICANT ADDRESS(Include Street,City,County:State,and Zip Cade) 4. DATE OF APPLICA"T"ION 651 PIKE STREET,4-FLOOR, NORTH WINO 4-14-99 MARTINEZ,CA 94553 5. DATE APPLICATION RECEIVED BY HUD 5-14-99 6. FUNDING APPROVAL ORIGINAL AMENDMENT NO. 7. AMOUNT OF EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANTS PROGRAM FUNDS APPROVED a. Amount of ESGP Funds Currently Reserved for this Applicant ..............................................$ 137,000 b. Amount of ESGP Funds Now Being Approved for this Applicant.............................................$ 13T000 c. Amount of Reservation to be Canceller)(Line 7.a minus 7.b)...................................................$ 8. SPECIAL CONDITIONS(Check applicable box) Not Applicable Attached 9. DATE APPLICANT NOTIFIED FUNDING HAS BEEN AUTHORIZED. JUL 16 1999 U.S.DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT BY STEVEN 8.SACHS TITLE Director,Community Planning and Development Division DATE JUN 1999 W �►CCt TING t , BATCH PROGRAM A AREA PROJECT NUMBER a 1 4 s 12 13 14 16 18 23 30 35 d 3 AMOUNT, 1 38 41 45 50 64 60 61 65 70 74 79 LOCAL GOVERNMENT GRANT AGREEMENT EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANTS PROGRAM This Grant Agreement is made by and between the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Contra Costa County, California, the Grantee. The grant authorized by Subtitle B of Title iV of She Stewart B. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, 42 U.S.C. 11301 (1988), as amended (the"Act"). In addition, the grant operates through HUD's regulations at 24 CFR Part 576, as now in effect and as may be amended from time to time, which are incorporated as part of this Agreement. In reliance upon the Consolidated Plan and certifications, the Secretary agrees, upon execution of the Grant Agreement, to provide the Grantee with the agreed grant funds. The grantee must comply with requirements for recordceeping and annual performance reporting to HUD within 90 days after the close of its consolidated program year, as required by 24 CFR 91.520. This includes the periodic information connected through HUD's Integrated Disbursements and information System (IDIS). The grantee's IDIS reporting must include information on grant activities, project sponsors, protect sites, and beneficiaries (including racial and ethnic data on participants). This information will be used for program monitoring and evaluation purposes. The Grantee agrees to comply with all applicable laws and regulations in distributing funds provided under this Grant Agreement and to accept responsibility for ensuring compliance by subrecipient entities which may receive funding assistance. The Grantee agrees to comply with the provisions of the environmental requirements of 24 CFR Part 58 as applicable under 24 CFR 576.57(e) with respect to funds provided under this Grant Agreement. The Grantee further agrees to provide sufficient detail on matching funds so as to identify the specific sources and amount of the funds as required by 42 USC 11375(a)(1). This Grant Agreement is hereby executed by the Parties on the dates set forth below their respective signatures, as follows: UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Secretary of Housing and Urban Development Bye Contra Costa Countv (Signature) (Grantee) Y. Steven B.Sachs V Director,Community Planning and.Development Division , (Title) (Sign ure) i � SUS 1 19 Redevelo i (Date) (title) 1 q S