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Home My WebLink AboutMINUTES - 04252000 - D5 �t Centra TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Costa FROM: Dennis M. Barry, AICPu / Director of Community Development r�"�JJ DATE: April 25, 2000 SUBJECT: RECOMMENDED 2000/01 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP ACT PROGRAM FUNDING ALLOCATIONS FROM THE FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES, FINANCE, and AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE_COMMITTEES SPECIFIC REQUEST (S) OR RECOMMENDATIONS (S) & BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION RECOMMENDA'T'I ONS 1. OPEN public hearing and receive comment on program performance as described in the Contra Costa Consolidated Plan and/or FY 1998/99 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) , 2 . RECEIVE testimony on the recommendations of the Family and Human Services, Finance, and Affordable Housing committees on the use of FY 2000/01 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and the recommendations of the Affordable Housing Finance Committee on the use of FY 2000/01 HOME Investment Partnership Act (HOME) funds; and 3 . CLOSE public hearing and consider the Proposed FY 2000/01 Action Plan on the use of CDBG, HOME, Emergency Shelter (ESG) , and Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA) funds. 4 . ADOPT the FY 2000/01 Action Plan (Attachment F) ; and 5. ASSURE and CERTIFY that the County will comply with the regulations, policies, guidelines, and requirements with respect to the acceptance and use of federal funds for those federally assisted programs, and give assurance and certify compliance with the attached list . ctifications (Attachment F) ; and f CONTINUED ON ATTACHMENT: XK YES SIGNATURE: i �'l ' RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR RECO „ NDATION F BOARD COMMITTE APPROVE OTHER 1 r 4. SIGNATURE (S) : ACTION OF BOARD ON APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED VOTE OF SUPERVISORS I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A UNANIMOUS (ABSENT ) TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF AN AYES: NOES: ACTION TAKEN AND ENTERED ON THE ABSENT: ABSTAIN: MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON THE DATE SHOWN, Contact: Belinda Smith 335-1260 .�°'{ Original : Community Development ATTESTED _ Cc : CAO P I BAT HELOR, CLERK OF County Counsel TH BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR BY DEPUTY v F , 6 . DESIGNATE the Deputy Director - Redevelopment as the certifying officer for the County under the National Environmental Policy Act 24 CFR part 58. 7 . AUTHORIZE the Chair, the Director of Community Development, the Deputy Director of Redevelopment, or their designee to execute the appropriate documents for transmittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) . FISCAL IMPACT No General Fund impact. All funds are provided to the County on a formula basis through HUD. BACKGROUND/REASON FOR RECOMMENDATIONS I . FY 1998/99 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) The FY 1995-1999 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 annual Action Plan identifies those projects that have been allocated funds, and describes how those projects meet the needs, strategies and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. Annually the County submits the CAPER to HUD (Attachment A) . The CAPER contains information on project performance and success in meeting Consolidated Plan goals. The CAPER is then evaluated by HUD (Attachment A) . Pursuant to federal regulation the public must be provided with an opportunity to comment on the performance of the County. II . CDBG - FAMILY AND HUMAN SERVICES, FINANCE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT, AND AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS: This is the twenty-sixth year of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, the primary intent of which is to benefit very low- and low-income persons in the Urban County. Funds are allocated annually to eligible Participating Jurisdictions by HUD on a formula basis. The County Community Development Department administers CDBG funds on behalf of the Urban County. The "Urban County" comprises the unincorporated County and all cities except, Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, Richmond, and Walnut Creek who administer independent CDBG programs. The 2000/01 CDBG funding recommendations by the Committees allocates funds to projects/programs that benefit very low- and low-income persons and communities, households, and special needs populations. A total of 62 applications requesting approximately $3 .8 million were reviewed and considered for funding. Funding recommendations were made by the following committees: housing category, Affordable Housing Finance Committee (Attachment B) , economic development category, Finance Committee of the Board of Supervisors (Attachment C) , OPEN category, Finance Committee of the Board of Supervisors (Attachment D) , public service category, Family and Human Services Committee of the Board of Supervisors (Attachment E) . Each Committee considered staff recommendations and public comment to formulate its recommendation for consideration by the full Board of Supervisors. The required Notice of Public Hearing and the proposed use of funds as described in the Action Plan (Attachment F) was published on March 24, 2000. III HOME - AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS: The purpose of the HOME Program is to increase and maintain the supply of affordable housing for lower income households. Funds are allocated to eligible Participating Jurisdictions (Pie) and Consortia on a formula basis by HUD. The Contra Costa Consortium area consists of the unincorporated County plus all cities except the City of Richmond. The City of Richmond is an independent HOME PJ. As the Consortium Representative, the County is responsible for administration and management of the HOME Program. A total of six applications requesting approximately $2 .6 million in HOME funds were reviewed and considered. The Affordable Housing Finance 2 Committee considered staff recommendations and public comment (Attachment B) to formulate its recommendation to the Board of Supervisors. IV FY 1999/2000 ACTION PLAN The Action Plan describes the activities the County will undertake during the program year to address priority needs identified in the FY 2000/01- 2004/05 Contra Costa Consolidated Plan. The Plan identifies the use of grant funds and program income received during the program year by activity, proposed accomplishments, and a target date for completion of the activities, The Action Plan also includes actions the County plans to undertake during the year to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs, foster and maintain affordable housing, reduce the number of poverty level households, develop institutional structures, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. V BOARD OF SUPERVISORS CONSIDERATIONS On December 14, 1993 the Board of Supervisors adopted Funding Guidelines for CDBG funds. The Funding Guidelines require the following: Category of Use Percent of Grant Housing 50% Public Service* 15% Economic Development 15% OPEN 5%- Program $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. VI AVAILABLE FUNDS Community Development Block Grant Sources of Funds: Recommended Allocations 1999/00 Grant $3, 901, 000 Project/Programs $ 2,390,700 1997/98 Carryover $ 67, 068 Program Administration $ 507,130 Program Income $ 0 Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 770, 500 Economic Development Assistance Fund $ 25, 000 Contingency $ 78, 020 Carryover $ 67, 068 Unallocated funds $ 129, 650 Total Available Total Recommended for Allocation $3, 968, 068 Allocation $ 3,968,068 HOME Investment Partnership Act Sources of Funds Recommended Allocations 2000/01 Grant $2, 647, 000* Projects $ 2, 100, 000 FY 99/00 HDAF 114, 750 Program Administration $ 264, 700 Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 397, 050 Total Available for Allocation $2, 761, 750 Total Funds Allocated $ 2, 761, 750 As specified by federal regulations HOME funds must be used for affordable housing and eligible program administration costs. *Includes $397, 050 for projects which must be owned, sponsored, and/or developed by Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) 3 �G Emergency Shelter Grant Funds (ESG) During FY 2000/01, 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 August. Housing Opportunities for People With Aids (HOPWA) During FY 2000/01, the County will receive $428,322 in HOPWA funds. These funds are being allocated through a separate competitive application process and will be considered by the Board of Supervisors in September. VII BOARD ACTION As listed above $78, 020 in CDBG funds is available for allocation by the Board of Supervisors subsequent to the public hearing. In addition, $67, 068 in carryover from prior year allocations and $129, 650 unallocated from the Economic Development category is available to be allocated with FY 2000/01 CDBG funds. As discussed in their recommendation, the Finance Committee recommended that unallocated economic development funds be utilized for OPEN projects. Therefore, a total of $274, 738 is available for programming by the Board. The Board may use up to $65, 0001 of the $274, 738 for allocations to public service programs without exceeding the statutory cap. Of course, the Board may also reprogram funds recommended by the Committees should it desire to do so. If after consideration of funding recommendation funds remain unallocated, the Board may want to consider the following options: • Identify any unanticipated needs that arose during the application review period that meet Consolidate Plan priorities • Set aside the funds for a special initiative that meet Consolidated Plan priorities such as a child care facility development fund • Set aside the funds for allocation in FY 2001/02 In order to begin the program year on time, the Board must approve the FY 2000/01 Action Plan by May 2, 2000 for transmittal to HUD by May 12, 2000. 1Use of CDBG funds for Public Service cannot exceed 15 percent of grant amount plus 15% of program income received during the grantee's immediately preceding program year. FY 1999/00 program income is estimated to be approximately $600,000. This would allow another $90,000 to be allocated to public service programs. However, continuation of FY99/00 public service programs into FY 00/01 can reduce the amount allowable from $90,000 to $65,000. 4 Attachment A - U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development *_ _ Pacific/Hawaii `q �� ` i.f. �+ I` .� _ •= California State Office Community Planning and Development Division °t 450 Golden Gate Avenue 00 FEB 14 PH 12: 16 San Francisco,California 94102-3448 F F 8 08 1000 Ms . Donna Gerber Chairperson, Board of Supervisors Contra Costa County 309 Diablo Road Danville, CA 99526 Dear Ms . Gerber: SUBJECT: Contra Costa County Annual Community Performance Assessment Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Emergency Shelter Grants (ESG) Program Fiscal Year 1998 Our office has completed the review of the County' s 1998 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) . Based upon this review, our office has drafted an assessment of the County' s performance as it relates to the Consolidated Plan, the 1998 Annual Action Plan, IDIS and other pertinent information. This evaluation is done to assess the management of funds made available under programs administered by HUD, compliance with the County' s Consolidated Plan, and the extent to which the County is preserving and developing decent, affordable housing, creating a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities . Our overall assessment of the County' s 1998 performance is that the County made progress in addressing its identified needs . This evaluation is based on information received from the County, including the CAPER and IDIS . The following is our Annual Community Assessment Report for the 1998 Program Year. During the program year, the County was successful in implementing housing activities . The County reported that it rehabilitated 191 rental housing units, primarily for households with incomes below 50 percent of the median income . Another 325 rental units were completed which are affordable to and occupied by low-income households . The County also assisted in the funding of new multifamily rental housing for families and seniors . When these projects are completed, 529 units will be available, with 3 di� A is tested in two ways; a) undisbursed funds not adjusted for program income in the Line of Credit and, b) undisbursed funds adjusted for program income in the Line of Credit . Each test should show the County at 1 . 5 or below. The County was slightly above the standard for test b) at 1 . 53 . A review of expenditures for the ESG Program revealed that the County completely expended its 1997 funds within the 24-month requirement, has expended 63 . 5 percent of its 1998 ESG grant, and has approximately nine months to disburse the remaining funds . Based upon the review of the 1998 CAPER and the various IDIS reports, the 1995 Consolidated Plan, and the 1998 Annual Action Plan, it is obvious that the County funded activities which addressed identified needs . Our office has determined that the County has the continuing capacity to administer .its HUD-funded programs in a timely manner and in accordance with applicable HUD and other Federal requirements . In closing, we thank the County for maintaining a partnership with HUD - a partnership that continues to produce meaningful housing and community development results . If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at (415) 436-6597 . Very sincerely yours, Original Signed BY Steven Sachs Steven B. Sachs Director, Community Planning and Development Division cc: Mr. Phil Batchelor, County Administrator Mr. Jim Kennedy, Deputy Director - Redevelopment Ms . Belinda Smith, CDBG Program Manager Ms . Kathleen Ham, Affordable Housing Program Manager �?s EXECUTIVE SUMMARY CONTRA COSTA COUNTY CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT FY 1998/99 The following information is designed to inform the public and local governments on the results of projects and programs funded by the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership Act (HOME),Emergency Shelter Grant(ESG)and Housing Opportunities for People With AIDS(HOPWA)programs. The Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) must demonstrate how activities undertaken during fiscal year 1998/99 address goals and objectives for housing, economic development, infrastructure/public facility improvements,and public service as described in the five-year Consolidated Plan and annual Action Plan. OVERVIEW OF PROGRAMS Contra Costa County on behalf of the Urban County- has participated in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)program since its inception in 1975. 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. 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 1993,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 HOME program. ESG funds may be used for the purpose of improving the quality of existing shelters for the homeless,making available additional emergency shelter,essential social services, and preventive programs and activities. ESG funds are limited to use within the Urban County. HOPWA funds may be used for the development of housing affordable to and occupied by low-income persons with HIV/AIDS. Projects may be located anywhere in Contra Costa County. Participation in the CDBG,HOME,ESG and HOPWA programs,sponsored by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, has increased affordable rental and home ownership opportunities, and expanded the availability of employment,recreation,health services,child care,and other social services. Annually thousands of low- and moderate-income Contra Costa residents have benefited from the activities and projects funded through these programs. The following discussion provides a summary of programs and projects completed during the FY 1998/99 program year and assesses the County's progress in meeting identified goals for affordable housing, economic development, public facilities/infrastructure, and public services. 1 The County's eligible area,know as the Urban County,is the entire County,less the cities of Antioch,Concord,Pittsburg,Richmond,and Walnut Creek which operates independent CDBG programs. ;s -Z), 0CDNa000 o +n 0N ++n etWQQ C4 O O Q CJ M Q t 4=7 R C) 00 + N %o O O h O O Q R CS tti O fig Q %CG N et p Q 0 0 0o O 0p R Mc7s R t0 O O 00 M `G V'! N (D ~PS (7% �+ O W) N N ^+ CD C7 O O 00 M . C 00 R rv� Ct CT M W) tD Ut %Z CK O M M R 1T R O O fiR bR V} 44 iR in ir9 fr9 04Vs iR 6i) &4 Q% fR iR N! 00 h C y O I 1 +I M .-. 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Sources of matching funds for public service,economic development and open projects include: City Redevelopment Agency capital funds,state funds,local sales tax and assessments,donations, and federal funds specifically for transportation and infrastructure improvements, and in-kind services and volunteer hours. Other Resources Available for Non-Housing Community Development CDBG Category Other City& Private Private benders Other Federal/ City ICDA Category totals County Funds Foundations& &Investors State/ Capital Funds Donations Regional funds Economic $61,626 $167,923 $52,500 $20,074 $400,000 $702,123 Development OPEN $455,893 $29,925 $0 $0 $7,000 $492,818 Public Service $1,321,795 $1,423,874 $0 $1,054,318 $93,300 $3,893,287 Total $1,839,314 $1,621,723 $52,500 $1,074,392 $500,300 $5,088,228 Based on funding provided to projects completed in FY 1998/99, County-funded projects were successful in leveraging other resources: each dollar of CDBG funds allocated to public service projects leveraged an additional $5.75 in other resources; economic development projects leveraged an additional$1.25 for each dollar of CDBG, and open projects leveraged an additional $2.00 for each dollar of CDBG. EXPENDITURE OF FUNDS The County received a total of$69 million in combined CDBG, HOME, ESG and HOPWA funds during FY 1998/99. (See Table below.) In combination with prior year unexpended resources of$11.6 million and program income of$0.9 million,resources available for expenditures during the program year totaled approximately$19.4 million. Expenditures during FY 1998/99 were approximately$10.9 million,leaving unexpended balances at the end of the year of$8.5 million. It should be noted that$7.7 million(90 percent)of the unexpended balances are fully committed to specific projects which are in the process of being implemented. Remaining unexpended balances were allocated to the CDBG Housing Development Assistance Fund($0.6 million),the HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund($0.1 million), and the Economic Development Assistance Fund($0.1 million). Housing and Economic Development Assistance funds are made available to affordable housing and economic development projects which develop during the program year. 5 (/ �fi/ 1SA ACCOMPLISHMENTS-COMPLETED PROJECTS AND OTHER ACTIONS A. HOUSING During FY 1998/99, the County's Affordable Housing Programs increased the supply of affordable housing in Contra Costa by 558 units (see Table A on page 12 herein)2. The vast majority of housing units provided were rental(516 units or 92 percent of the total). All of the rental units produced are required to be affordable to and occupied by lower income households: 37 percent are affordable to extremely low and very-low income households and the remaining 63 percent are all affordable to households with incomes at or below 60 percent of the area median income for Contra Costa. In addition to rental units, assistance was also provided to owner- occupant and first-time homebuyers(48 units or eight percent of the total affordable units produced). Eighty-eight percent of the homeowner households assisted were very-low income and the remaining 12 percent were low- income. Minority households represent 69 percent of total households occupying the additional affordable units, including Black(27 percent of the total),Hispanic(26 percent), and Asian/Pacific Islander(15 percent). Senior populations also benefited significantly from County affordable housing efforts. 36 percent of all housing units funded by the County were for senior populations. Although only three transitional housing units are identified as completed and specifically reserved for homeless populations during FY 1998/99,the substantial increase in units affordable to very-low income households will benefit households at-risk of becoming homeless due to rent burden. Further, the Central County and Brookside Homeless Shelters provided emergency shelter to 680 homeless adults during this same period. B. PUBLIC SERVICES Thirty-eight public service programs were allocated funds during FY 1998/99. Of those projects, 35 were completed serving 11,867 urban county residents, and 2,098 households/families. Two of the programs allocated funds were cancelled and one project did not start until the spring of 1999 due to a change in project sponsors. The Public Service Beneficiaries table provides a breakdown of persons and households served based on ethnicity, income and female head of household status. Of those persons served 88%were low and moderate income, of households served 35%were female head of household. The total ethnic breakdown of persons served is: White 6,944,Black 2,864,American Indian/Alaskan Native 99,Hispanic 3,121, and Asian/Pacific Islander 903. Of the total number of persons served,4,832 were persons with special needs. 2Data refers only to projects completed during the current program year; includes 216 public housing units rehabilitated by HACCC. 7 r:f for both programs were developed and a Request for Proposals was issued in late spring. It is expected that a contractor will be hired in November of 1999 to administer and market the programs In FY 1997/98 funds, in the form of loans,were approved from the EDAF for the expansion of Rubicon Bakery, and the construction of a commercial center in North Richmond. During the program year the Bakery expansion was completed and has resulted in 22 people enrolled in the Bakery training program and the placement of 13 people in employment. The commercial center is currently under construction when completed will result in approximately 10,000 sq., ft of office/retail space. D. OPEN OPEN is the categorical designation for infrastructure and public facilities improvements. Activities undertaken in this category include streets, sidewalks, accessibility improvements, park improvements, and public facility renovation or rehabilitation. Of the 12 projects funded two were for improvements to parks,four were for public facility renovation,three were for sidewalk accessibility,and two were for neighborhood improvements for sewers and lighting. The last project was a planning study to determine the feasibility of co-location of community based organizations. Of the 12 OPEN projects funded,only 2 were completed this year. Generally,OPEN projects take 12 to 18 months for completion. However, 8 projects funded in prior programs years were completed in FY 1998/99. The CAPER provides information on completed projects by type of activity and need category. 9 5; 0 fes".✓r( Non Housing Projects by Locution East County ED 98-14 Brentwood Center Buijdn lm rovements Area Benefit Project OP 98-27 Village Drive Infrastructure Improvement Pro rentwood Area Benefit Pr9ject PS 98-53 YWCA Family Empowerment Program (Bay Point and Nort Richmond PS 98-57 Bay PointFamil Service Center PS 98-60 Comprehensive Housing Counseling West County ED 98-11 Opportunities for People and Employers Now which is a job Area Benefit Project training and placement program that is specifically for persons living in North Richmond ED 98-15 City of San Pablo Commercial Area Restoration Area Benefit Project OP 98-20 Central Park Structural Improvement El Cerrito Area Benefit Project OP 98-22 Lefty Gomez Playground Area Restoration Rodeo Area Benefit Project OP 98-28 Refurbish Manholes Phase III odea PS 98-10 El Sobrante Commercial Revitalization Plan PS 98-21 Designand Retrofit of Port Costa Classrooms 1 and 2 PS 98-24 West County_Adult Day Care Facility Expansion and Access PS 98-29 North Richmond Curb Ramps PS 98-47 Alzheimer's Respite Center PS 98-53 YWCA Family Empowerment Program (Bay Point and Nort Richmond PS 98-55 After School Outreach Performing Arts Program PS 98-64 Teen Multi Cultural Arts Program PS 98-65 First-Time Homebuyer Housing Counseling Program PS 98-66 Multicultural/Senior Family Center (North Richmond Area Benefit Project Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area PS 98-68 AC Transit Route 376(North Richmond Neighborhood Area Benefit Project Revitalization Strategy Area Central County ED 98-16 Downtown Economic Development Plan Martinez OP 98-25 City Wide Curb Ramp Installation Martinez OP 98-30 ADA Modification of Winslow Center Pleasant Hill PS 98-33 Martinez Dining Room PS 98-38 Senior Service Network PS 98-45 Multi Cultural Crisis Intervention and Support Services PS 98-49 Assistance for Homeless and Families in Crisis PS 98-50 Villa San Ramon"ConServ"Program San Ramon 11 �f Using FY 1998/99 CDBG,HOME,HOPWA and RDA funds to leverage other federal and local public and private resources, the County completed projects to provide affordable housing opportunities for 44 low income households, including 41 very-low income households. FY 1998/99 funded projects in development will,when complete, maintain and/or increase the supply of affordable housing by an additional 529 units, including 453 affordable to extremely-low and very-low income households.An additional 78 very-low income households were served through the provision of Section 8 and Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation Program Certificates. These results compare favorably with the County's goals of providing a total of 400 affordable housing units with 250 affordable to extremely-low and very-low income households. The County did not serve as many households through its fair housing programs as anticipated(note number of households served does not include an additional 380 who received brief information and referrals). However, program sponsors indicated that the nature of housing discrimination cases is increasing in complexity,resulting in an increase in staff resources required for their resolution. Of those households receiving legal representation, 60 percent successfully resolved their fair housing issue and remained in housing or received a reasonable accommodation from the property owner. ASSESSMENT OF RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN USE OF CDBG AND CONSOLIDATED PLAN NON- HOUSING PRIORITIES The County did not establish quantitative goals for non-housing activities. Instead,the County established broad based goals in order to respond to changing demographics and community needs. With the exception of goals to assist micro-enterprises,the County has funded projects consistent with goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. The County is generally satisfied with the outcome of FY 1998/99 funding cycle for non-housing activities. Pre- application meetings with potential applicants,coupled with ongoing technical assistance,have resulted in higher quality applications and programs. This has been especially true in the Economic Development category with the exception of the Revolving Loan Fund(RLF)which was begun at the end of the last program year. Progress in the redesign of the RLF has been slow due, in some respect,to research of the many different RFL's in existence in the State and evaluating their effectiveness. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION The narrative statement of the FY 1998/99 CAPER provides more detailed information on each of the projects funded during the year, together with HUD CDBG Financial Summary Report with attachments A, B, and C, Appendix A-Additional Contra Costa Consortium HOME Program Information,Appendix B-Additional Contra Costa Urban County HOME Program Information and Appendix C—Affirmative Marketing Procedures, and a computer printout of the Integrated Disbursement and Information System-Grantee Performance Report,will give the reader a comprehensive view of the CDBG, HOME, ESG programs. These documents and copies of the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans are available through the Contra Costa Community Development Department, Redevelopment and Housing Division. If you have any question regarding this document please call the Community Development Department at(925) 335-1262 13 ATTACHMENT B AFFORDABLE HOUSING FINANCE COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATIONS FY 2000-2001 HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP ACT AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AFFORDABLE HOUSING FUNDS The following represent the recommendations of the Affordable Housing Finance Committee for the allocation of FY 2000-2001 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Act (HOME) funds for affordable housing development in Contra Costa County. Attachments B 1 through B3 include a discussion of CDBG and HOME affordable housing program objectives, funds available for housing development, the allocation process, and a description of projects recommended for funding. HOME FUNDS Recommended Proiect/Snonsor HOME Funding 00-01 HM Pinecrest Apartments/Resources for Community $ 625,000 Development 00-02 HM Camera Circle/Resources for Community $ 850,000 Development 00-03 HM Tice Oaks Apartments/Mid-Peninsula Housing $ 600,000 00-04 HM Community Housing Development Organization $ 25,000 Operating Support/Community Housing Development Corporation of North Richmond 00-05 HM HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 397,050 00-06 HM Program Administration $ 264,700 TOTAL HOME FUNDS RECOMMENDED $2,761,750 Total HOME Funds Available FY 2000-2001 Allocation $2,647,000 FY 1999-2000 HOME/HDAF $ 114,750 TOTAL $2,761,750 CDBG FUNDS Recommended Proiect/Sponsor CDBG Funding 00-07 HSG Rental Rehabilitation Program/Housing Authority of the $ 250,000 County of Contra Costa 00-08 HSG Rehabilitation and Neighborhood Preservation Program/ $ 200,000 City of San Pablo 00-09 HSG Neighborhood Preservation Program/County $ 400,000 Building Inspection Department 00-10 HSG Christmas in April Housing Rehabilitation Program $ 45,000 /Christmas in April Diablo Valley 00-11 HSG East County Homeless Shelter Rehabilitation/Phoenix $ 10,000 Programs 00-12 HSG A Better Chance IX/California Autism Foundation $ 200,0001 00-13 HSG Fair Housing Counseling/SHELTER Inc. $ 40,000 00-14 HSG Fair Housing Legal Services/Bay Area Legal Aid/CCLSF $ 35,000 00-I5 HSG CDBG Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 770,500 TOTAL CDBG FUNDS RECOMMENDED $15950,500 Total CDBG Funds Available (FY 2000-2001) $1,950,500 In addition to the above, two projects were withdrawn by the project sponsors and the AHFC recommended zero funding for the Fair Housing Counseling; Project submitted by Pacific Community Services, Inc. (see Attachment B-4 for a summary of these projects). r CDBG funds are recommended in an amount up to$200,000 contingent on ability of project sponsor to obtain alternate financing(e.g.,private bank loan). 1 Attachment B-1 AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAM FUNDING AND OBJECTIVES Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds represent two major sources of financing for affordable housing development in Contra Costa. These funds are allocated on an annual basis by formula to the County through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD). During FY 2000-2001, the following funds have been allocated to the County for affordable housing development: FY 2000-2001 CDBG Funds2 $1,950,500 FY 2000-2001 HOME Funds $2,647,000 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 extremely-low, 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 lower 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 2000/01-FY2004/05 Contra Costa Consortium Consolidated Plan: • Expand housing opportunities for lower-income households through an increase in the supply of decent, safe and affordable rental housing and rental assistance. • Increase homeownership opportunities for lower-income households. • Maintain and preserve the affordable housing stock. • Improve the public housing stock. • Adopt the Continuum of Care Plan as the overall approach to addressing homelessness in the Consortium. • Assist the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless by providing emergency,transitional and permanent affordable housing with appropriate support services. • Increase the supply of appropriate and supportive housing for special needs populations. • Alleviate problems of housing discrimination. • Remove constraints to affordable housing development. 2 CDBG funds allocated to the County in FY 2000-2001 total$3,901,000. Consistent with Board of Supervisor guidelines,50 percent($1,950,500)of each year's CDBG funding is allocated to affordable housing projects. 2 Attachment B-2 AFFORDABLE ROUSING FUND ALLOCATION PROCESS AND RECOMMENDATIONS On June 27, 1995,the Board of Supervisors established the Affordable Housing Finance Committee (AHFC) to work with the Community Development Department to develop recommendations for the Board concerning the allocation of CDBG and HOME funds for affordable housing development. The FY 2000-2001 funding recommendations are the result of a competitive application process initiated in October of 1999. A Notice of Funding Availability was sent to over 100 jurisdictions, public agencies, affordable housing developers and interest groups active in the Urban County and Consortium area. The Department received 16 applications requesting a total of $5.3 million($3,434,259 in HOME funds and$1,870,824 in CDBG). Projects were reviewed and recommendations developed based on the following criteria: 1. consistency with Consortium/County housing priorities; 2. eligibility under federal regulations; 3. target population and the alleviation of affordable housing needs; 4. project feasibility and cost-effectiveness; 5. match and leveraging of other resources; 6. experience; 7. affirmative marketing program; 8. project readiness/timeliness; 9. local/community support; and 10. environmental and relocation issues. The AHFC met on March 24, 2000 to consider staff funding recommendations for affordable housing projects. The meeting was noticed and members of the public including project sponsors were invited to attend and provide input into the allocation process. Following discussion and comment on each project, the AHFC approved the following recommendations for the allocation of FY 2000-2001 CDBG and HOME funds for affordable housing programs and projects. • Acquisition and/or rehabilitation of affordable rental housing—the allocation of$1,475,000 in HOME funds and$250,000 in CDBG funds is recommended for three projects to increase and maintain the supply of affordable rental housing. When complete,these projects will provide 90 affordable rental units for lower-income households. • Preservation of existing affordable housing — the allocation of$600,000 in HOME funds is recommended for the acquisition and rehabilitation of an existing multifamily rental development for very-low income senior households. Project will eliminate the risk of project conversion to market rate and preserve 91 apartments in the County's affordable housing stock. • Housin _ fg_ or Special Needs Populations - the allocation of $210,000 in CDBG funds is recommended for two projects to 'increase and maintain the supply of housing for the County's special needs populations, including acquisition of a six-bed group home for autistic adults and rehabilitation of an existing 20-bed emergency shelter for mentally disabled adults. • Fair Housing - the allocation of$75,000 in CDBG funds is recommended for programs to alleviate problems of housing discrimination in the Urban County. • Non-profit Capacity Building- the allocation of$25,000 in HOME funds is recommended for the provision of operating support to a Community Housing Development Organization(CHDO) involved in the development of affordable housing in the Consortium/West County area. • Housinp, Development Assistance Fund - $770,500 in CDBG funds is recommended for the CDBG Housing Development Assistance Fund(CDBG/HDAF) and$397,050 in HOME funds is recommended for the HOME Housing Development Assistance Fund(HOME/HDAF). The purpose of the HDAF is to provide resources for the acquisition, rehabilitation, and new construction of affordable housing projects that develop during the program year. During FY 3 a,*' -13 1999-2000, $1.8 million in CDBG and HOME Housing Development Assistance Funds were allocated to four projects to develop a total of 161 affordable housing units, including: o two projects to increase the supply of housing affordable to extremely-low and very- low income senior households through the new construction of 141 apartments in East and West County; 0 one project to develop 20 units of transitional housing for homeless households with children in East County; 0 one project to improve the cost-effectiveness of the County's emergency shelters for homeless adults by providing an on-site kitchen at the Central County Shelter. Based on currently available information with respect to projects in development, the potential demand for HDAF funds during FY 2000-2001 totals more than $5 million and includes projects to provide additional affordable rental housing for families, seniors, and disabled populations, affordable homeownership opportunities, and transitional housing for the County's homeless populations. • Proeram Administration - in accordance with federal regulations, 10 percent of each year's HOME allocation ($264,700) is recommended for program administration. Attachment B-3 includes a summary of specific projects recommended for FY 2000-2001 funding. Projects Withdrawn or Not Recommended for Current Funding—Two projects were withdrawn by the project sponsors. The Diamond Terrace Project in Clayton was withdrawn as a result of federal environmental issues and concerns related to County funding requirements; this project is proceeding with alternative funding sources. 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IT +� m -n 0 0 � (D 'a ;t l o a °e CD 0 CD M� _ M Re CD C, � — t� Ch � © C/) va O O N 3 0 O itt4 N CL 0 8 cv c; 3 i 2. 0 o CD 0 � m a Z � a CD �. o• -� $ •; � �+ vs as da sin + o u�i �` .0 c CL OD C1150 � C +�0., 'a 0 y��+ a ig CBD 'a� � � � C �i d J IID 3 r 53. 00 �yfit' (� .91 -41 s f� m o �' I-�+� 0 CD 61 3 3Cori s N 0 N a8 ,pry G3 co tB Cj � m CL X �q S OtD w, C~7i G "1 � o W Ci N "n "a 606 o CL i n o. _ — en a 0)r o og � CL cl a ] o � roq' 4 a f W r ° 0 Ios oropr x co Lo IDI � II � CL • su a { Attachment C TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FROM: Finance Committee DATE: April 25, 2000 SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CATEGORY OF THE FY 2000/01 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT SPECIFIC REQUEST(S) OR RECOMMENDATIONS(S) & BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION RECOMMENDATIONS APPROVE Committee recommendations for the allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the Economic Development category (Attachment C-2). CONSIDER Committee recommendations to use unallocated Economic Development funds for projects in the OPEN category. FISCAL IMPACT No General Fund Impact. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds. BACKGROUNDIREASON FOR RECOMMENDATIONS As an eligible Urban County ,as defined by HUD, Contra Costa County receives funds annually to carry out CDBG eligible activities. 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. CONTINUED ON ATTACHMENT: x YES SIGNATURE: RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR X® RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE APPROVE OTHER SIGNATURE(S): Supervisor Mark DeSaulnler Supervisor Joe Canciamilla ACTION OF BOARD ON c� APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED G" APPROVED the above recommendations; and additionally IDENTIFIED and FUNDED a new initiative not considered by the Finance Committee, directing $30,000 in other unallocated funds to develop and implement an Organic Farmers Market in North Richmond, with the Community Development Department acting as the fiscal agent and providing assistance to the Community. VOTE OF SUPERVISORS I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A UNANIMOUS {ABSENT ) TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF AN AYES: NOES: ACTION TAKEN AND ENTERED ON THE ABSENT: ABSTAIN: MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON THE DATE SHOWN. Source: Belinda Smith 335-1255 ATTESTED ✓�'� ; Orig. Dept. Community Development PHIL BATCA9LOR, CLERX OF cc: County Administrator THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR BY; EPUTY 1 The Urban County's eligible area is the entire County, less the Cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, Richmond, and Walnut Creek,which administer independent CDBG programs. 3o� G The FY 2000/01 funding recommendations are the result of a competitive application process initiated in November 1999. The Department received 7 applications requesting$455,610 in CDBG funds. CDBG staff reviewed the applications and recommendations were developed using the following criteria: 1) Consistency with County priorities and eligibility under federal regulation, 2) ability to reach target population and alleviate need, 3) project feasibility and cost-effectiveness, 4) match and leveraging of other resources, 5) experience and capacity, 6) project readiness and timeliness. The Committee met on March 6, 2000 to consider staff funding recommendations for Economic Development projects. The meeting was noticed and project sponsors were encouraged to attend the meeting and provide input into the allocation process. Following discussion the Committee approved the recommendations as listed on Attachment C-2. Recommendations are consistent with priorities adopted by the Board of Supervisors for use of CDBG funds in the FY 2000/01-FY2004/05 Contra Costa Consolidated Plan which include the following: Reduce the number of persons below the poverty level, expand economic opportunities for low-and moderate- income residents and increase the viability of neighborhood commercial areas. Consistent with Board guidelines 15% of the annual CDBG allocation may be used for economic development projects/programs. The amount set aside for Economic Development projects is $585,150 (15% of $3,901,000). Although uncommon, based on need and applications submitted, $129,650 is unallocated. The Committee recommends that unexpended funds be prioritized for allocation to the OPEN 2 category which, based on funding guidelines is allocated 5% of the annual grant amount. Several of the OPEN projects support Urban County economic development efforts. OPEN applications include acquisition of childcare facilities, ADA improvements, and acquisition/construction for facilities to carry out public service activities. 2 OPEN is the Urban County designation for public facilities and infrastructure improvements. � , /p•64 � a5 7 go cr g 14 t a Voiv eo % : � � totor m Ila gas it w =` �► 44 a ebn s tj „� �vo a• N Ls eb vr1 C -� eb40 O 'v p s' pr o404,Ul0 W g r w 440 vi ,fir r N M Af 40r 4i'1 .AtA tm N `� Er O O s 4Q roCL C Q•aj .A 10 N Nryry t- a Attachment D TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FROM: Finance Committee ''� 'iTnuri DATE: April 25, 2000 , SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION ON "OPEN" CATEGORY OF THE FY 2000101 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT SPECIFIC REQUEST(S) OR RECOMMENDATIONS(S) & BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION RECOMMENDATIONS APPROVE Committee recommendations for the allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the OPEN category (Attachment D-2). CONSIDER Committee recommendations to fund the following applications (Attachment D-2) at the levels recommended utilizing unallocated economic development funds and/or Board of Supervisor contingency funds: FY 00/01 Unallocated ED/ Application Project Allocation Contingency Total 00-01 OP North Richmond Curb Ramps $ 0 $ 40,000 $ 40,000 00-07 OP Martinez Early Childhood $35,000 $ 15,000 $ 50,000 00-10-OP Community Counseling Center $95,000 $ 50,000 $145,000 (up to amount) Total ED/Contingency $ 105,000 FISCAL IMPACT No General Fund Impact. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD)funds. CONTINUED ON ATTACHMENT: X YES SIGNATURE: RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR X_ RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE APPROVE OTHER SIGNATURE(S): Supervisor Mark DeSaulnier Supervisor Joe Canclamilia OF BOARD ON APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED ACTION OTHER VOTE OF SUPERVISORS I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A UNANIMOUS {ABSENT ) TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF AN AYES: NOES: ACTION TAKEN AND ENTERED ON THE ABSENT: ABSTAIN: MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON THE DATE SHOWN. Source: Belinda Smith 335-1260 ATTESTED " (frig. Dept. Community Development PHIL BATCH OR, CLER OF cc: County Administrator THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND C UNTY ADMINISTRATOR BY 2V Z24;0"PUTY �ty1F,%�Y �s BACKGROUND/REASON FOR RECOMMENDATIONS As an eligible Urban County',as defined by HUD, Contra Costa County receives funds annually to carry out CDBG eligible activities. 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. The FY 2000/01 funding recommendations are the result of a competitive application process initiated in November 1999. The Department received 11 applications requesting $641,702 in CDBG funds. CDBG staff reviewed the applications and recommendations were developed using the following criteria: 1)Consistency with County priorities and eligibility under federal regulation, 2) ability to reach target population and alleviate need, 3) project feasibility and cost-effectiveness, 4) match and leveraging of other resources, 5) experience and capacity, 6) project readiness and timeliness, and 7) environmental constraints. The Committee met on March 20, 2000 to consider staff funding recommendations for OPEN2 projects. The meeting was noticed and project sponsors were encouraged to attend the meeting and provide input into the allocation process. The Committee questioned the expenditure of funds for Application#00-04-OP,ADA Improvements at Pleasant Hill Library, since there is a strong potential that the Library will be replaced within a few years. We requested the project sponsor to explore the option of converting one restroom into an ADA compliant unisex restroom. Funding allocation was recommended contingent on one bathroom being renovated. We also had concerns with Application #00-06-OP, Rodeo Manholes, because it appears that several potential factors including lack of coordination between Public Works and the Sanitary District, proper notification, and lack of funds budgeted for renovation, contributed to the need to renovate the manholes. The Committee requested that County staff research the factors leading to the current situation. Depending on the results of the research, Public Works, the Sanitary District, or both, may be financially responsible for correcting the situation. It was recommended that $14,000 of CDBG funds be allocated to the Sanitary District in the form of a loan with the potential for the loan to be forgiven. Following discussion, the Committee approved the recommendations as listed on Attachment D-2. Recommendations are consistent with priorities adopted by the Board of Supervisors for use of CDBG funds in the FY 2000/01-FY2004/05 Contra Costa Consolidated Plan which include the following: • Maintain quality recreational and public facilities, adequate infrastructure and ensure access for the mobility impaired. • Continue to identify and address physical access barriers to public facilities and infrastructure as required through the Americans with Disabilities Act. 1 The Urban County's eligible area is the entire County, less the Cities of Antioch,Concord, Pittsburg, Richmond, and Walnut Creek,which administer independent CDBG programs. 2 OPEN is the Urban County designation for public facilities and infrastructure improvements. 6 6 o 0 � c + oa a � s s, � �• 0 L r.i CSD V! p Im ITI 40 1�1 z w � N �,'► "' 7d � r+ we wl ha 4^ 40W 'O Ntm ul FA Finance mnuittae Pliality Landing -� bt _ 94 �G A - b S ig It � ws w M �` a .V'► b r� r7 �� 1/► �Wl Q O iy► 40* +k1 40*tovs .R1 pund � O eN iFat r+ OY�'LY Attachment E TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS FROM: Family and Human Services Committee DATE: April 25, 2000 SUBJECT: RECOMMENDATION ON PUBLIC SERVICE CATEGORY OF THE FY 2000/01 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT SPECIFIC REQUEST(S) OR RECOMMENDATIONS(S) & BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION RECOMMENDATIONS APPROVE Committee recommendations for the allocation of Community Development Block Grant(CDBG) funds for the Public Service category (Attachment E-2). CONSIDER Committee recommendations to fund the following applications (Attachment E-2) at the levels recommended utilizing Board of Supervisor contingency funds: Application FY 00/01 Contingency Total Allocation 00-01 PS Boys & Girls Club $15,150 $ 4,850 $20,000 Program Director 00-08 PS Multicultural/Senior $55,000 $ 10,000 $65,000 Family Center 00-13 PS Assistance for Homeless $22,000 $ 3,000 $25,000 & Families in Crisis 00-15 PS Emergency Housing & $28,000 $ 2,000 $30,000 Homeless Services CONTINUED ON ATTACHMENT: X YES SIGNATURE: RECOMMENDATION OF COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR _X— RECOMMENDATION OF BOARD COMMITTEE APPROVE OTHER SIGNATURE(S): Supervisors Canciamilia S pervisor Giaia ACTION OF BOARD ON APPROVED AS RECOMMENDED :�L OTHER A_ SEE ADDENDUM FOR BOARD ACTION VOTE OF SUPERVISORS I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THIS IS A UNANIMOUS (ABSENT : ) TRUE AND CORRECT COPY OF AN AYES: NOES: ACTION TAKEN AND ENTERED ON THE ABSENT: ABSTAIN: MINUTES OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS ON THE DATE SHOWN. Source: Belinda Smith 335-1255 ATTESTED Orig. Dept. Community Development PHIL BATCH OR, CLEIRk OF cc: County Administrator THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AND COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR BY DEPUTY 00-17 PS Transitional Housing $ 0 $ 17,000 $17,000 00-22 PS Alzheimer's Respite Center $10,000 $ 5,000 $15,000 00-34 PS Conflict Resolution Panels $13,000 $ 5.000 $18,000 Total Contingency Funds $ 46,850 FISCAL IMPACT No General Fund Impact. U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)funds. BACKGROUND/REASON FOR RECOMMENDATIONS As an eligible Urban County',as defined by HUD, Contra Costa County receives funds annually to carry out CDBG eligible activities. 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. The FY 2000/01 funding recommendations are the result of a competitive application process initiated in November 1999. The Department received 35 applications requesting $828,822 in CDBG funds. CDBG staff reviewed the applications and recommendations were developed using the following criteria: 1) Consistency with County priorities and eligibility under federal regulation, 2)ability to reach target population and alleviated need, 3) project feasibility and cost-effectiveness, 4) match and leveraging of other resources, 5)experience and capacity, 6) project readiness and timeliness. The Committee met on March 13, 2000 to consider staff funding recommendations for Public Service projects. The meeting was noticed and project sponsors were encouraged to attend the meeting and provide input into the allocation process. Following discussion the Committee approved the recommendations as listed on Attachment E-2. Recommendations are consistent with priorities adopted by the Board of Supervisors for use of CDBG funds in the FY 2000/01-FY2004/05 Contra Costa Consolidated Plan which include the following: Homeless Services: Reduce incidence of homelessness and assist in alleviating the needs of the homeless. _Special Needs— Prevention: Ensure access to programs that promote prevention and early intervention related to a variety of social concerns such as domestic violence, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, illiteracy, and other issues experienced by special needs populations. Special Needs Services: Ensure that opportunities and services are provided to improve the quality of life and independence for persons with special needs such as frail elderly, disabled persons, migrant farm workers, abused children, those with substance abuse problems, illiterate adults, battered spouses and persons with HIV/AIDS. Families: Promote and support programs that assist families to be safe, stable and nurturing. Communities: Target resources to underserved areas of the County to ensure that communities are safe and provide a high quality of life. Seniors: Enhance the quality of life of senior citizens and enable them to maintain independence. Youth: Increase opportunities for children/youth to be healthy, succeed in school and prepare for productive adulthood. Consistent with federal regulation CDBG funds for Public Service programs cannot exceed 15% of the annual allocation plus 15% of program income received during the grantee's immediately preceding program year. Estimated program income for FY 1999/00 is approximately$600,000 which would allow another $90,000 to be allocated to public service programs. However, continuation of FY 99/00 public service programs in FY 00/01 and the reimbursement of funds would be included in the FY 00/01 15% cap. Therefore, it is recommended that any additional funds allocated to pubic service programs be less than $65,000. 1 The Urban County's eligible area is the entire County,less the Cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, Richmond, and Walnut Creek,which administer independent CDBG programs. g.;� ADDENDUM TO ITEM D.5 Attachment E April 25, 2000 On this date,the Board of Supervisors considered the recommendations of the Family and Human Services Committee on the Public Service Category of the FY 2000/01 Community Development Block Grant. The Board APPROVED the recommendations, with the following amendments: Application FY 00/01 Allocation Priority Funding JQtal 00-04 PS Invest In Kids $10,000 $4,150 $14,150 00-12 PS 24-Hour Homeless Hotline& Emergency $16,000 $4,000 $20,000 Shelter Prog 00-15 PS Emergency Housing &Homeless Services $28,000 $4,000 $32,000 00-35 PS Sexual Assault Victim Empowerment Project $27,000 $4,000 $31,000 Neighborhood House of North Richmond $459000 $45,000 Funds allocated to Neighborhood house of North Richmond, an administrative project for capacity building, will be held until completion of a review of eligibility and consistency with Federal guidelines. V .Fr W PS r LA N LA Vii "•` pC'- r LA 1 z � d -„ z &L d teb o O R. N4A44 S � Un 4^ 400 N 4^ 44 #A 40% mel r w N o N 40r, wl s40Wa 81 dad s ro Or c X. ed vs a � M 8 t° M. 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These funds are allocated annually to entitlement communities through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to carry out a wide range of community development activities that benefit lower income persons and households. In order to receive annual allocations, jurisdictions must submit a five-year Consolidated Plane and an annual Action Plan. The FY 2000/01-2004/05 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 2000/01-2004/05 Consolidated Plan. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION HOME Investment Partnerships Pro rgram(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 1993, Contra Costa County as the Urban County3 representative and the Cities of Antioch, Concord, Pittsburg, and Walnut Creek joined together to form a Consortium for purposes of participation in the HOME program. (The City of Richmond operates an independent HOME program.) Community Development Block Grant(CDBG) The primary purpose of the CDBG program is to develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment and expanded economic opportunities, principally for persons of lower income. The County's goal is to develop and conserve viable communities in areas where blight and disinvestment threaten residents' safety, vitality and productivity. I The Contra Costa CDBG,HOME,ESG,and HOPWA programs use the following income definitions:Extremely-low income households are defined as households with incomes at or below 30 percent of the area median income(AMI)for the Oakland PMSA as adjusted for household size.Very-low income households are defined as households with incomes at or below 50 percent AMI,and low-income households are households with incomes at or below 80 percent AMI. Z The Consolidated Plan is available for review at the Community Development Department. J The Urban County consists of all of Contra Costa with the exception of the cities of Antioch,Concord,Pittsburg,Richmond and Walnut Creek.These cities are entitlement jurisdictions under the CDBG program. i DRAFT FY 2000101 Contra Costa County Action flan Executive,Summary 14-/%/( County CDBG funds can be used in the Urban County. Since 1975, 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 income communities. Emergency_Shelter Grants ProgranifESG) The purpose of the Emergency Shelter Grants 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. ESG funds are limited to use within the Urban County. Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) The purpose of the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS program is to provide affordable rental housing for low-income persons with HIV/AIDS who are either homeless or have unstable housing, and to provide housing counseling and advocacy programs. 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. ANNUAL PROGRAM FUNDING In FY 2000/01 the County will receive approximately $3.9 million in CDBG funds, $2.7 million in HOME funds, $137,000 in ESG funds and $430,000 in HOPWA funds. 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 April 25, 2000, a public hearing was held before the Contra Costa County Board of Supervisors on the proposed allocation of FY 2000/01 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 2000/01 projects from the Family and Human Services (public service projects), Finance (OPEN and Economic Development), and Affordable Housing Finance (housing projects), committees. Table 1 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 May 2000 with final recommendation for funding in September 2000, and the process for HOPWA funds will be initiated in July with final recommendation for funding in November 2000. 4 The OPEN category is comprised of infrastructure and public facility projects.The Economic Development category includes job training,and micro enterprise programs. ii DRAFT FY 2000101 Contra Costa County Action Plan Executive Summary HOME Investment Partnerships Program Sources of Funds: Recommended Allocations: 2000/01 Grant $2,647,000* Projects $2,100,000 1999/2000 HOME Program Administration $ 264,700 Housing Development Housing Development Assistance Fund 114,750 Assistance Fund S397,050 Total Available for Allocation $2,761,750 Total Funds Allocated $2,761,750 As specified by federal regulations HOME funds must be used for affordable housing and eligible program administration costs. * Includes$397,050 for projects which must be owned,sponsored,and/or developed by Community Housing Development Organizations(CHDOs) Communi , Development Block Grant 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 fiends are funds set aside for the Board of Supervisors to allocate subsequent to the public hearing. Sources of Funds*: Recommended Allocations: 2000/01 Grant $3,901,000 Project/Programs $ 2,665,438 1998/99 Carryover "7,068, Program Administration $ 507,130 Housing Development Assistance Fund $ 770,500 Economic Development Assistance Fund $ 25.000 Total Available for Allocation $3,968,068 Total Funds Allocated $ 3,968,068 * An estimated$600,000 in FY 1999/2000 Program Income from housing Rehabilitation Loan programs are not included in the above,as these funds will remain in those programs as revolving loan funds. iii DRAFT FY 2000/01 Contra Costa County Action Plan Executive Summary F Emergency Shelter Grants Program ESG,) During FY 2000/01, 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. Five percent of the grant amount($6,850) may be used for program administration costs. Housing Opportunities for People With Aids (HOPWA) During FY 2000/01, the County will receive $428,322 in HOPWA funds. These funds will allocated through a separate competitive application process. Two percent of the grant amount ($8,566) may be used for program administration costs. Additional Resources Match In accordance with federal regulations, all projects funded with Consortium HOME funds are required to provide a minimum 25 percent match from non-federal sources. During FY 2000/01, the estimated minimum match will be $589,325. County policy requires projects funded with CDBG funds to provide a minimum match as follows: 10 percent required from non-profit organizations, 25 percent from local government agencies, and 100 percent from for-profit entities. Public service projects sponsored by non- profit organizations and public agencies are further required to increase the level of match on an annual basis up to a 50 percent match level. In accordance with federal regulations, all projects funded with ESG funds are required to provide a minimum 100 percent match from non-federal sources. During FY 2000/01, the estimated minimum match will be $130,150. HOPWA regulations do not require matching funds. However, housing development projects using HOPWA funds must provide HOPWA-assisted units in proportion to the amount of HOPWA funds in the project. Leverage Housing development projects leverage significant additional resources. HOME and CDBG housing projects funded in FY 2000/01 will leverage over $15.6 million (including required match) in other resources. Typical resources include city and County Redevelopment Agency (RDA) funds, HUD-administered resources (i.e. Sections 202 and 811 funds), tax-exempt bond revenues, equity investment through low-income housing tax credits, private foundation donations, and private lender loans. In addition to the federal resources described above, the County anticipates receiving housing development resources from the Contra Costa County RDA housing set-aside funds ($1.52 S County ICDA funds represent 20 percent of the annual tax increment generated by the County's four redevelopment areas:Bay Point,Pleasant Hill BART,North Richmond and Rodeo. iv DRAFT FY 2000101 Contra Costa County Action.flan Executive Summary .9 million), Mortgage Credit Certificates ($5.9 million), and Comprehensive Grant Program ($2.9 million). Non-housing CDBG projects in the Economic Development, OPEN, and Public Service categories leverage substantial additional resources (approximately $8 million, including match) from a variety of sources including public agencies, private foundations, fundraising, redevelopment agencies, in-kind donations, fees, and income. Economic Development, OPEN, and Public Service projects will leverage $425,004, $2.5 million, and $5.1 million, respectively in additional funds. AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROGRAM STRATEGIES The Contra Costa Consortium Five-Year Strategy for FY 2000/01-2004/05 establishes the following priorities for affordable housing programs and projects funded with HOME, CDBG, ESG, and HOPWA funds: H-1 Expand housing opportunities for lower-income households through an increase in the supply of decent, safe and affordable rental housing and rental assistance. H-2 Increase homeownership opportunities for lower-income households. H-3 Maintain and preserve the affordable housing stock. H-4 Improve the public housing stock. H-5 Adopt the Continuum of Care Plan as the overall approach to addressing homelessness in the Consortium. H-6 Assist the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless by providing emergency, transitional, and permanent affordable housing with appropriate supportive services. H-7 Increase the supply of appropriate and supportive housing for special needs populations. H-8 Alleviate problems of housing discrimination. H-9 Remove constraints to affordable housing development. Housing projects funded with FY 2000/01 resources are described in the attached tables. NON-HOUSING PROGRAM STRATEGIES Consistent with the purpose of the CDBG Program, the Board of Supervisors adopted the following goals in the FY 2000/01-2004/05 Contra Costa Consolidated Plan for programs and projects funded with CDBG and ESG funds: V DRAFT FY 2000101 Contra Costa County Action Plan Executive Summary ywi CD-1 Economic Development: Reduce the number of persons below the poverty level, expand economic opportunities for very-low and low-income residents and increase the viability of neighborhood commercial areas. CD-2 Infrastructure/Public Facilities: Maintain quality recreational, public facilities, and adequate infrastructure and ensure access for the mobility impaired. CD-3 Accessibility Improvements: Continue to identify and address physical access barriers to public facilities and infrastructure as required through the Americans with Disabilities Act. CD-4 Homeless Services: Reduce incidence of homelessness and assist in alleviating the needs of the homeless. CD-5 Special Needs — Prevention: Ensure access to programs that promote prevention and early intervention related to a variety of social concerns such as domestic violence, HIV/AIDS, substance abuse, illiteracy, and other issues experienced by special needs populations. CD-6 Special Needs — Services: Ensure that opportunities and services are provided to improve the quality of life and independence for persons with special needs such as frail elderly, disabled persons, migrant farm workers, abused children, those with substance abuse problems, illiterate adults, battered spouses and persons with HIV/AIDS. CD-7 Families: Promote and support programs that assist families to be safe, stable and nurturing. CD-8 Communities: Target resources to underserved areas of the County to ensure that communities are safe and provide a high quality of life. CD-9 Seniors: Enhance the quality of life of senior citizens and enable them to maintain independence. CD-10 Youth: Increase opportunities for children/youth to be healthy, succeed in school and prepare for productive adulthood. CD-11 Historic Preservation: Preserve and protect historic properties for use and enjoyment of citizens primarily of lower income, or to eliminate conditions of blight. CD-12 Fair Housing: Continue to promote fair housing activities and affirmatively further fair housing. CD-13 Administration/Planning: Support development of viable urban communities through extending and strengthening partnerships among all levels of government and the private sector, and administer federal grant programs in a fiscally prudent manner. 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Community Development Plan - Its consolidated Housing and Community Development plan identifies community development and housing needs and specifies both short and long-term 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 following 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 Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to activities which benefit low and moderate income families or aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight. 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) 2000 (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 costs 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. 40 SPECIFIC HOME CERTIFICATIONS The HOME participating jurisdiction certifies that: Tenant Based Rental Assistance- If the participating jurisdiction intends to provide tenant-based rental assistance: The use of HOME 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. 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N co g� � v 3 � W zco E LL $ LU w o a o cs w W w LL, wLv L�, �.{ CtG! P Gt5y N N r r � A `. LOCAL GOVERNMENT GRANTEE -110.41— EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANTS PROGRAM CERTIFICATIONS BY THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER I, 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. I 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: 1. 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 must be necessary to avoid eviction of the family or termination of the services to the family;(C)there must 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 Part 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. HOPWA CERTI7F`ICATIONS The HOP'WA 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 prlj l APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING LOBBYING AND DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS: A, L bbying certification This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed 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 of the 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. If the workplace identified to the agency changes during the performance of the grant, the grantee shall inform the agency of the change(s), if it previously identified the workplaces in question(see paragraph three). 6,4 CONSOLIDATED PLAN 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 Housing 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 workplace; (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 /X114 3. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti-lobbying certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, 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, ESG, 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 13 5. Date Signature/Authorized Official Deputy Director- Redevelopment Title D.5 4-25-2000 2000/2001 CDBG Funding The following persons presented testimony on the matter: Kate Ertz-Berger, Child Care Council, 1035 Detroit Ave, Concord; Kathy Lafferty, Cambridge Community Center, 1146 Lacey Lane, Concord; Jennifer Baha, SHELTER, Inc., 1070 Concord Ave#200, Concord; Dale Baxter, Contra Costa Child Care Council, 1035 Detroit Ave, Concord; Ellen Schwartz, Invest in Kids, 1300 Civic Drive, Walnut Creek; Barbara Becnel,Neighborhood House of North Richmond, 305 Chesley Avenue, Richmond; Comments of the following persons were read into the record; Dave Sullivan, Engineer Manager, Rodeo Sanitary District; Victoria Skerritt, East Bay Center for the Performing Arts, 339 Eleventh Street, Richmond; Marlene Morris, Center for Human Development, 391 Tayler Blvd, Ste 120, Pleasant Hill.