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Contract - CDBG Consolidated Plan and Action Plan - 7/25/2019 July 1, 2019 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan & 2019 Action PIan PREPARED FOR: PREPARED WITH ASSISTANCE FROM: ROUND ROCK TEXAS ROOT POLICY S E A R C H Table of Contents I. eCon Plan Executive Summary....................................................... .............I-1 ...................................... TheProcess................................................ . .......... .....I-5 ................................................... Needs Assessment.......................................................... ..I-18 ............................................. HousingMarket...............................................................................................................I-54 StrategicPlan........................................................ ................................I-85 ExpectedResources.................................................................................................... 1-107 Annual Goals and Objectives....................... ..... ...........:1-108 ........................................ Projects......................................................................................................... ................. I-111 Appendices A. Consolidated Plan: Public and Stakeholder Consultation.......................................A B. Affordable Housing Inventory.............................. B ................................................... Certifications A. SF 424 B. SF424-D C. Non-State Certifications D. Proof of Publication for Public Hearing and Notification of Surrounding Communities ROOT POLICY RESEARCH I Executive Summary ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) 1. Introduction The City of Round Rock is a federal entitlement community under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.As a HUD entitlement community,the City is required to prepare a Five-Year Consolidated Plan (CP) in order to implement any federal programs that fund housing, community development, and economic development within the community.The City of Round Rock CP covers the period from FY 2019 through FY 2023 (October 1, 2019 through September 30, 2024). The lead entity responsible for the preparation of the CP is the City of Round Rock Office of Community Development. Purpose of the Consolidated Plan The purpose of the Consolidated Plan (CP) is to guide federal funding decisions in the next five years. The CP is guided by three overarching goals that are applied according to a community's needs.The goals are: • To provide decent housing by preserving the affordable housing stock, increasing the availability of affordable housing, reducing discriminatory barriers, increasing the supply of supportive housing for those with special needs, and transitioning homeless persons and families into housing. • To provide a suitable living environment through safer, more livable neighborhoods,greater integration of low-and moderate-income residents throughout the City, increased housing opportunities, and reinvestment in deteriorating neighborhoods. • To expand economic opportunities through more jobs paying self-sufficient wages, homeownership opportunities, development activities that promote long-term community viability, and the empowerment of low-and moderate-income persons to achieve self- sufficiency. The primary federal funding resource in the 2019-2023 CP is the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program: • Community Development Block Grant(CDBG):The primary objective of this program is to develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and economic opportunities, principally for persons of low-and moderate-income levels. Funds can be used for a wide array of activities, including housing rehabilitation, homeownership Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 1 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) assistance, lead-based paint detection and removal, construction of public facilities and infrastructure, removal of architectural barriers, and public services. The overall priority for the investment of federal funds is to increase self-sufficiency and economic opportunity for lower income residents and individuals with special needs so that they can achieve a reasonable standard of living. The City will receive the following federal resources in FY 2019-2020; estimated projections for five years follow in parentheses:$686,770 in CDBG Funds for Program Year 2019 (or$3,433,850 over the five-year consolidated planning period). 2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Needs Assessment Overview The Strategic Plan provides a framework to address the needs of the City for the next five years using approximately$3.4 million in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)funds. The three overarching objectives guiding the proposed activities are: • Providing Decent Affordable Housing • Creating Suitable Living Environments • Creating Economic Opportunities Outcomes show how programs and activities benefit a community or the people served.The three outcomes that will illustrate the benefits of each activity funded by the CDBG program are: • Improve Availability/Accessibility • Improve Affordability • Improve Sustainability All future activities funded in the next five years will support at least one objective and one outcome. The City's framework for realizing the objectives and outcomes include the following goals: • Provide Decent,Affordable Housing • Provide a Suitable Living Environment 3. Evaluation of past performance The following is a project activity summary of CDBG Program Year 2017-2018 from the most recent CAPER submitted to HUD: I. City of Round Rock Transportation Department: Greenhill Sidewalks. Construction and ADA improvements to the subdivision by way of new sidewalks, new curb ramps, and the Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 2 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) modification of existing driveways where the sidewalk path crossed the new sidewalks, new curb ramps,and the modification of existing driveways where the sidewalk path crossed the new driveways. 2. Habitat for Humanity: Minor home repair. Minor home repairs for 3 low-to moderate-income households, elderly or disabled. 3. Round Rock Area Serving Center: Food Pantry Program. Funding was provided for the purchase of food that was distributed to 850 low-to moderate-income households, elderly, disabled, and homeless. 4. Round Rock Area Serving Center: Housing Assistance Program. Funding for the housing assistance program provided rent and mortgage assistance to 250 low-to moderate-income elderly and/or disabled residents. 5. Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA):Child Advocacy Program.The Child Advocacy Program was provided funding for a volunteer recruiter/trainer that trained volunteers that would advocate for the best interest of 100 abused or neglected children. 6. Round Rock Housing Authority: Neighborhood Outreach Program (NOC). Funding to the NOC assisted with partial salary reimbursement for Round Rock ISD teachers and a resident facilitator at the Neighborhood Outreach Center located at the Housing Authority. 7. City of Round Rock Parks Department:Veterans Park. Completion of phase II of Veterans Park. ADA improvements at Veterans Park included addition of ADA ramp into playground, improved accessibly to basketball court and picnic facilities and replacement of deficient paths and walkways. 8. City of Round Rock Parks Department:Greenhill Park. Improvements at Greenhill Park included addition of ADA transition ramp into playground, replacement of deficient paths and walkways, and replacement of deficient curb ramps. 9. City of Round Rock Transportation Department completed the 2016 Austin Avenue Sidewalks Project. Improvements included construction on new sidewalks along the south side of Austin Avenue to include ADA improvements in the form of new sidewalks and new curb ramps. Two CDBG 2017 projects had delays: Frontier Park Improvements and Chisholm Valley Neighborhood Sidewalks. Both projects required a permit and clearance from Texas Commission for Environmental Quality(TCEQ). Frontier Park has started and will be completed by July 2019.The Chisholm Valley Neighborhood Sidewalks project is expected to start Fall of 2019.To prevent these delays with future projects,the City will request in future applications if a TCEQ permit will be required and the department applying for funding will be asked to attach a timeline for the permit process as well as construction timeline. 4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process The City of Round Rock's goal for citizen participation is to ensure a broad participation of City residents and housing, economic, and service providers in the planning and implementation of community development and housing programming. Citizen participation took the form of advertised community meetings, public hearings, resident focus groups, stakeholder focus groups, and a stakeholder survey. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 3 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) The planning process for the preparation of the Five-Year Consolidated Plan and FY 2019 Annual Action Plan included the following distinct elements: • Focus group sessions with representatives from City government (staff), nonprofit organizations, and other service providers to gain stakeholder input on the identification of City housing and community development needs. • Additional meetings and telephone interviews with City departmental staff and other provider agencies and stakeholders throughout the planning process to understand the current scope of programs, issues, and concerns. The one-on-one conversations helped to develop strategies to address the community needs that were identified in the focus group sessions. • Focus group sessions with elderly residents and residents who live in publicly supported housing. • One public hearing during Round Rock City Council prior to the Consolidated Plan Draft public comment period and one public hearing during the public comment period. For the development of the 2019 to 2023 Consolidated Plan and FY 2019 to 2020 Annual Action Plan, a public notice was published on February 8, 2014 in the Round Rock Leader. The first public needs hearing was held on March 14, 2019 and the second public needs hearing was held on June 27, 2019. Notice of the public hearings was also posted on the "City News"section on the City of Round Rock's website (www.roundrocktexas.gov). A paper copy of the Consolidated Plan draft was available at the following locations for public comment:Alan R. Baca Senior Center, RRHA, public library, and RRASC. Comments submitted at the public meeting or via mail are summarized as follows (see#5 below). 5. Summary of public comments Public comments received during the first public hearing at City Council on March 14, 2019 included general support for the CDBG program and appreciation for past accomplishments. There was also a request to support housing for people recovering from substance addiction through the Oxford Housing organization.Two residents also submitted public comments by email. One resident desired the City to prioritize housing repairs,sidewalks, public improvements for safety, public facility improvements, and expansion of public wifi. The other commented on behalf of a local nonprofit,SAIVA, and the need for inclusion of diverse populations.Additional details on these comments are provided in Appendix A. 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them Round Rock accepts all comments and views. Please see the summary of public comments above. 7. Summary The City of Round Rock has conducted a thorough outreach program to enable input on the development of the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan from a cross-section of residents and stakeholders. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 4 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) The Process PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b) 1. Describe agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source. Agency Role Name Department/Agency CDBG Coordinator ROUND ROCK Elizabeth Alvarado Table 1—Responsible Agencies Narrative The City of Round Rock Office of Community Development is the lead agency for the preparation of the Consolidated Plan and administration of the CDBG program. Annual funding requests generally open in February with applications due in Mid-March. Funding decisions are made in April or May. Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information Office of Community Development 221 East Main Street Round Rock,Texas 78664 Contact: Elizabeth Alvarado, CDBG Coordinator Telephone:512-341-3328 Email: ealvarado@roundrocktexas.gov Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 5 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) PR-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1) 1. Introduction The City of Round Rock developed an outreach effort to maximize input from a large cross-section of stakeholders.This outreach effort included public meetings, published meeting notices, a stakeholder survey,stakeholder focus groups, resident focus groups, and interviews. Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health and service agencies (91.215(1)). In order to enhance coordination and form effective relationships between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health, and service agencies,the City of Round Rock actively consults with a variety of nonprofits,social service providers, neighborhoods and citizens, and other governmental agencies. CDBG staff attend the monthly Williamson County Nonprofit Networking meetings the first Tuesday of every month at the Alan R. Baca Senior Center. Local nonprofits come together to network and to promote meetings, public hearings,and events.A variety of nonprofits attend the monthly networking meetings including nonprofits that provide housing, mental health, health,transportation, affordable childcare, and other services to low-income, disabled, and elderly residents of Round Rock. CDBG staff attends the Round Rock Housing Authority(RRHA) monthly board meetings, as well as meets regularly with the RRHA staff to provide technical assistance on the CDBG grant.The City also worked together with RRHA on the recently conducted Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI). CDBG staff met with several agencies in Round Rock to ask for their participation in the community and stakeholder meetings held during the development of the Al. City staff worked to coordinate meetings with public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health, and service agencies in locations citywide. In addition,the City met with agencies that assist protected classes to ensure they are meeting the goals and impediments identified in the last Al.The City met with the Texas Baptist Children's Home that assists single mothers, Meals on Wheels that provides meals to seniors,ARCIL that assists persons with disabilities, and the Austin Tenants Council that provides information on fair housing rights to the residents of Round Rock. CDBG staff also attended the Section 3 training and will continue to work with the Round Rock Housing Authority to comply with Section 3 requirements. Stakeholder focus group meetings were held on March 13 and stakeholders represented organizations serving: healthcare access,women's health and prenatal care, affordable homeownership,youth substance abuse, domestic violence victims,the elderly,Asian Americans, prisoner rights,the foster care system, persons with mental health issues, as well as various City departments. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 6 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) In addition,two public hearings,which were open to the general public,were held—one during the development of the consolidated period and the other during the public comment period. Both public hearings were properly advertised in English and Spanish in the Round Rock Leader in accordance with the City's approved Citizen Participation Plan.The notices were also placed at the public library,senior center,serving center, housing authority, and were sent to residents signed up on Nextdoor, a social network for neighborhood communities. Notices were also available on the City's website at www.round rocktexas.gov Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families,families with children,veterans, and unaccompanied youth)and persons at risk of homelessness To address the needs of homeless persons and persons at risk of becoming homeless,the City of Round Rock is funding the following agencies with either CDBG or general funds: • Round Rock Area Serving Center/Housing Assistance Program is funded with$25,000 of 2019 CDBG funds to provide assistance with rent or mortgage payments. • Hope Alliance Crisis Shelter/Safety and Recovery for Family Violence Victims program is funded with $35,000 of General Funds to provide services to victims of domestic violence at the shelter. • Texas Baptist Children's Home/Trauma-Informed Therapeutic Services program is funded with $10,000 of general funds to provide services to women and children in transitional housing. • Sacred Heart Community Clinic/Access to Affordable Care program is funded with $12,500 of 2019 CDBG funds to provide medical, dental, and mental health services to low-income individuals including those that are homeless and at risk of becoming homeless. • Round Rock Area Serving Center/Food Pantry Program is funded with$25,000 of 2019 CDBG funds to provide food for the very low-income to include homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless. Currently,there are no agencies receiving Continuum of Care(COC)grant funding in Round Rock or Williamson County. City of Round Rock CDBG staff has reached out to the Texas Homeless Network (THN)to stay informed on the homeless population issues and efforts to end homelessness in Central Texas.As per the Texas Homeless Network,they have not had participation in the Texas Balance of State CoC(TX BoS CoQ from homeless service providers in Williamson County for some time and there is not currently an active Local Homeless Coalition (LHC) in the area that usually would lead the homeless point-in-time counts and community efforts to end homelessness. Because there was not an LHC in Williamson County and there was not a point-in-time homeless count,Texas Homeless Network uses an extrapolation to determine estimates where actual counts are not conducted. Hope Alliance participated in the homeless bed inventory count this year and provided information to the Texas Homeless Network. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 7 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) The City of Round Rock CDBG staff has consulted with the Texas Homeless Network/TX BoS CoC and discussed the next steps to actively participate in the effort to end homelessness in Williamson County. In an effort to meet these goals, Round Rock CDBG staff has started work on the following: • Reach out to Williamson County CDBG staff and partner with them in this effort; • Reach out to nonprofit agencies that provide services to homeless persons in Williamson County and encourage them to participate in coming together to discuss the homeless issues in the area; and • Held a meeting(5/17/19)that included the homeless providers in Williamson County and a presentation by the Texas Homeless Network(THN) on the steps and process to plan a "Point-in- Time" count,to discuss in forming a Local Homeless Coalition in Williamson County, as well as provide information on the COC grant. Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards and evaluate outcomes, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the administration of HMIS The City of Round Rock does not receive ESG funds.The City works closely with the Williamson-Burnet Counties Opportunities (WBCO) organization to address homelessness. 2. Describe Agencies,groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and describe the jurisdictions consultations with housing, social service agencies and other entities. The City consulted with several organizations in developing the five-year CP through focus groups, a stakeholder survey, and one-on-one interviews.Appendix A describes the City's efforts and the results in detail.The following table also highlights the participating organizations,groups, and others. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK g OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Table 2—Agencies,groups,organizations who participated 1 Agency/Group/Organization Texas Homeless Network Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Homeless Needs-Chronically homeless Homeless Needs-Families with children Homelessness Needs-Veterans Homelessness Needs- Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what City of Round Rock CDBG staff is working with Texas Homeless are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for Network to encourage nonprofit agencies in Williamson County to improved coordination? come together and create coordinated entry and a lead agency to possibly conduct a point-in-time homeless county in Williamson County in the near future. Phone interview and email correspondence. 2 Agency/Group/Organization Hope Alliance Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services-Victims of Domestic Violence Services-homeless What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Homelessness Strategy Homeless Needs-Chronically homeless Homeless Needs-Families with children How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, invited to participate in the are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for stakeholder survey, and follow up over email/phone. improved coordination? 3 Agency/Group/Organization Sacred Heart Community Clinic Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Health What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Homeless Needs- Families with children Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 9 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. 4 Agency/Group/Organization Bluebonnet Trails Community Services Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Homeless Needs-Chronically homeless Homeless Needs-Families with children Homelessness Needs-Veterans Homelessness Needs- Unaccompanied youth How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. S Agency/Group/Organization CASA Williamson County Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Homeless Needs- Families with children How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 10 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 6 Agency/Group/Organization Heidi Group Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Health What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. 7 Agency/Group/Organization Williamson County Children's Advocacy Center Agency/Group/Organization Type Domestic violence What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. 8 Agency/Group/Organization Aspire to Age Agency/Group/Organization Type Senior care What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. 9 Agency/Group/Organization South Asian International Volunteer Association (SAIVA) Agency/Group/Organization Type Cultural Awareness and senior services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 11 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 10 Agency/Group/Organization Texas Baptist Children's Home Agency/Group/Organization Type Homeless services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. 11 Agency/Group/Organization Foundation Communities Agency/Group/Organization Type Affordable housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. 12 Agency/Group/Organization Round Rock Fire Department Agency/Group/Organization Type Fire protection What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. 13 Agency/Group/Organization Round Rock Code Enforcement Agency/Group/Organization Type Code enforcement What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 12 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 14 Agency/Group/Organization Round Rock Community Development Department Agency/Group/Organization Type Community development What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. 15 Agency/Group/Organization Round Rock Parks and Recreation Department Agency/Group/Organization Type Parks and Recreation What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. 16 Agency/Group/Organization Round Rock Police Department Agency/Group/Organization Type Law enforcement What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. 17 Agency/Group/Organization Round Rock Utilities Department Agency/Group/Organization Type Utilities What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 13 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 18 Agency/Group/Organization Round Rock Planning Department Agency/Group/Organization Type Planning What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey, and a phone interview with multiple staff members. 19 Agency/Group/Organization Round Rock Office of Emergency Management Agency/Group/Organization Type Emergency Management What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Provided information and data on Round Rock's hazard mitigation are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for plan and natural disaster risk for low-to moderate-income persons. improved coordination? 21 Agency/Group/Organization Habitat For Humanity Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Market Analysis How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what Attended the stakeholder focus group, provided input on community are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for development and housing needs, and invited to participate in the improved coordination? stakeholder survey. Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting A wide array of agencies were invited to consult in the development of the five-year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan. No individual agency was intentionally omitted. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 14 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? The goals of the Texas Balance of State Continuum of Care were incorporated into Texas Balance of the Plan where applicable.The City works closely with the Williamson-Burnet Continuum of Care State Continuum of Counties Opportunities (WBCO) organization,the recipient of ESG funds for the Care (BoS CoC) area that includes the City of Round Rock.The City will continue to work with City of Round Rock Downtown WBCO to address homelessness. Master Plan 2010 City of Round Rock The plan helped to inform the infrastructure needs of the community. Strategic Plan:A Vision for the City of RR City of Round Rock The plan helped to inform the overall goals and framework of the community. 2019 Analysis of Impediments to The plan helped to inform the needs and goals around housing and provided Fair HousingChoice AI City of Round Rock g ( ) resident perspective from extensive community engagement. Round Rock 2030— This long-range planning document serves as a policy Comprehensive Plan City of Round Rock p y guide and framework for land use decisions for the next decade. It also helped to inform needs and goals. Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) City of Round Rock The CPP helped guide the community engagement and public outreach process. Hazard Mitigation Plan: Preparing for a Secure and Sustainable City of Round Rock The goals of the hazard mitigation plan helped to inform hazard mitigation risk for Future 2018-2022 low-to moderate-income households. Table 3—Other local/regional/federal planning efforts Describe cooperation and coordination with other public entities, including the State and any adjacent units of general local government, in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan (91.215(1)) The lead agency for the Consolidated Plan (CP) is the City of Round Rock Office of Community Development. Major public entities that will be involved in the implementation of the CP include the Round Rock Housing Authority and private entities such as CASA, Hope Alliance, and the Advocacy Resource Center for Independent Living(ARCIL). Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 15 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) PR-15 Citizen Participation 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting The City of Round Rock engaged in a multi-pronged approach for citizen participation and engagement, including focus group sessions with stakeholders in the community representing a wide range of public agencies and nonprofit organizations.This process assisted in identifying priority needs, as well as a strategic plan to address affordable housing needs and human services to low-and moderate-income households and persons. Citizen Participation Outreach Sort Mode of Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comme URL(If Order Outreach response/attendance comments nts not accepted applicable received and reasons 1 Regional Al Minorities, persons with disabilities, Held in Round Rock, See Citizen All comments were Community low-to moderate-income households 75 regional residents Participation accepted. Meeting (unclear how many Appendix were Round Rock residents) 2 Regional Minorities, persons with disabilities, 259 Round Rock See Citizen All comments were http://centr Fair Housing low-to moderate-income households respondents Participation accepted. altexasfairh Survey Appendix ousing.org/ 2 Resident Elderly, Resident of Public and 35 participants See Citizen All comments were Focus Assisted Housing; low-to moderate- Participation accepted. Groups income households Appendix 3 Stakeholder Stakeholders serving low-moderating 34 participants See Citizen All comments were Focus income populations and organizations Participation accepted. Groups related to housing, homelessness, Appendix Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 16 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) public services, public facilities, and economic development. 4 Stakeholder Stakeholders serving low-/moderate- 46 respondents See Citizen All comments were Survey income populations and organizations Participation accepted. related to housing, homelessness, Appendix public services, public facilities, and economic development. 5 Public All Round Rock residents Held in conjunction <to be All comments were www.roundr Hearings with City Council completed accepted. ocktexas.go meetings on March 14 after public v and June 27. comment period> Table 4—Citizen Participation Outreach Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 17 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Needs Assessment NA-05 Overview Needs Assessment Overview This section of the Consolidated Plan examines housing, community, and economic development needs of residents. As required by HUD,the assessment is based on an analysis of"disproportionate needs" tables—discussed below—and informed by resident input and stakeholder consultation. The top housing and community development needs are described below. Housing Needs: • Affordability.The changes in regional home values and rents have exceeded changes in median incomes for all households, meaning that households have lost their housing "purchasing power." Rising housing costs were the number one concern of residents and stakeholders from both focus groups and the stakeholder survey. However, Round Rock remains a relatively affordable enclave within the Central Texas Region. According to a survey conducted for the Regional Al, Round Rock residents overall were actually less worried about rent increases than residents of other jurisdictions in the region. Even so,the City will need to work to expand affordability options as the Central Texas Region grows and Round Rock absorbs more of the demand for affordable housing. • Cost burden and severe cost burden,for both renter and owner households, are the most common housing problems in Round Rock.According to the HUD data, about 5,400 low-to moderate-income renter households and 3,400 low-to moderate-income owner households are either cost burdened (spending 30% or more of their income on housing) or severely cost burdened (spending 50%or more of their income on housing). • Displacement. Stakeholders and residents in focus groups expressed concern over the rapid growth of Round Rock and are concerned about displacement due to affordability. In a survey conducted for the Regional Al, about 13 percent of current Round Rock households reported having been displaced from their previous home (meaning they had to move when they did not want to move)—most of those said the reason was due to rent increases. Some of those residents were displaced from higher cost areas than Round Rock and settled in Round Rock due to affordability but there are also resident concerns that affordability in Round Rock is diminishing and will continue to displace current residents. • Equity in ownership. The homeownership rate for Black/African American households in Round Rock is 42 percent compared to 68 percent for Non-Hispanic White households. The rate is 50 percent for Hispanic households. It should be noted that the gap in ownership rates between Non-Hispanic White and minority households is smaller in Round Rock than in the region overall Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 18 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) and the City has higher rates of minority ownership than many other jurisdictions in Central Texas. • Equity in lending.An analysis of Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data found that Black/African American, Hispanic, and other non-Asian minorities face greater challenges in accessing mortgage loans than Non-Hispanic White and Asian households. In Round Rock, 20 percent of Black/African American applicants and 18 percent of Hispanic applicants who applied for mortgage or home improvement loans were denied loans; compared to 10 percent of Non- Hispanic White applicants. It should be noted that the lending disparity in Round Rock is actually the smallest gap of any jurisdiction in the region. • Public housing and housing choice voucher holders. The Round Rock Housing Authority (RRHA) owns 100 units and administers 94 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.Another 148 vouchers are port-ins from over 90 other PHAs around the U.S. Approximately 342 total persons are assisted through RRHA's programs. Of the 100 public housing units, 28 units in Cushing are mainly for the elderly,with some family households. Both Westwood and Lance Haven have 30 units for family households. In addition,there are 12 scattered single-family units currently occupied by Section 8 tenants. All the units are considered to be in very good condition. No public housing home ownership initiative currently exists. For Housing Choice Voucher holders,state law prohibits cities and counties from including Source of Income as a protected class,which can create barriers to using vouchers in the private market. • Homelessness.Stakeholders emphasized the need for supportive services to help people experiencing homelessness. Stakeholders felt that it was necessary to have wrap-around services,where people could get assistance with everything from housing to mental health care. • Non-homeless special needs. Housing and supportive service needs for Round Rock's non- homeless special needs populations (households containing persons with a disability (hearing/vision limitation, ambulatory limitation,cognitive limitation or self-care/independent living limitation), elderly households, large families,female headed households with children, households with limited English proficiency, and those at risk of homelessness) are described by population group in Section NA-45. Non-Housing Community Development needs: • Transportation.As the region grows and traffic becomes more congested—and travel becomes less predictable—Round Rock and its surrounding communities will need to address public transportation challenges.Stakeholders and residents both emphasized the need for better public transportation particularly for people with disabilities and low-income residents. In focus groups,the stakeholder survey, and the community meeting, better access to reliable public transportation overwhelmingly was the top public improvement need in Round Rock. • Public facility needs include improvements to aging facilities that need repair, maintenance, and expansion, as well as ADA improvements to existing facilities. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 19 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Public service needs include health care,services for low-income residents,youth activities, affordable childcare,food security,support services for people experiencing homelessness, utility assistance, and better language access for persons with limited English proficiency. Additional public improvement needs identified by residents and stakeholders included sidewalks,floodplain and environmental hazard mitigation, accessibility improvements,and neighborhood cleanups. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 20 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c) Summary of Housing Needs The City of Round Rock has continued to experience strong growth. This growth has contributed to rising housing prices and limited affordable supply.The City's lowest income renters have had a harder time finding affordable units. Cost burden and severe cost burden,for both renter and owner households, are the most common housing problems in Round Rock. According to the HUD tables below, 3,065 low-to moderate-income renter households (32% of all low-to moderate-income renters) experience cost burden and 2,350 low- to moderate-income renter households (24% of all low-to moderate-income renters) experience severe cost burden. Among low-to moderate-income owner households, 34 percent are cost burdened and 18 percent are severely cost burdened. The HUD-provided tables show cost burden and other housing problems by income level (AMI). Low- income renters, making 30 percent or below AMI, are disproportionately impacted by severe cost burden and owners making between 50 to 80 percent AMI are disproportionately impacted by cost burden. According to the resident survey from the Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, Round Rock residents'top housing challenges are: increasing rent prices, not being able to afford a down payment to buy a house, and not being able to easily or safely access public transportation. Round Rock stands out from the region for its relatively low segregation and high racial and ethnic diversity of residents and rising incomes of Black/African American households relative to housing costs. Round Rock renters are less likely to worry about rent increases than renters regionwide (according to the regional fair housing survey). Demographics Base Year: 2000 Most Recent Year: 2017 %Change Population 61,136 123,560 102.1% Households 21,076 38,368 82.0% Median Income $60,354 $79,444 31.6% Table 5-Housing Needs Assessment Demographics Data Source: 2000 Census(Base Year),2016-2017 ACS(Most Recent Year) Number of Households Table 0-30% >30-50% >50-80% >80-100% >100% HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI Total Households 2,755 3,685 5,760 4,005 19,370 Small Family Households 1,230 1,595 2,275 1,930 11,955 Large Family Households 330 460 880 520 2,000 Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 21 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 0-30% >30-50% >50-80% >80-100% >100% HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI Household contains at least one person 62-74 years of age 245 520 860 510 2,825 Household contains at least one person age 75 or older 229 255 330 250 444 Households with one or more children 6 years old or younger 1,029 1,115 1,425 1,029 4,075 Table 6-Total Households Table Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: Housing Needs Summary Tables 1. Housing Problems (Households with one of the listed needs) Renter Owner 0- >30- >50- >80- Total 0- >30- >50- >80- Total 30% 50% 80% 100% 30% 50% 80% 100% AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Substandard Housing- Lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities 50 4 15 10 79 0 0 0 0 0 Severely Overcrowded - With >1.51 people per room (and complete kitchen and plumbing) 35 65 4 40 144 4 10 0 10 24 Overcrowded -With 1.01- 1.5 people per room (and none of the above problems) 170 125 220 35 550 25 4 40 185 254 Housing cost burden greater than 50% of income (and none of the above 1,53 2,35 problems) 5 700 85 30 0 410 460 220 75 1,165 Housing cost burden greater than 30%of income (and none of the above 1,36 1,49 3,06 1,37 problems) 40 5 5 165 5 60 380 5 410 2,225 Zero/negative Income (and none of the above problems) 180 0 0 0 180 35 0 0 0 35 Table 7—Housing Problems Table Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 22 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: 2. Housing Problems 2 (Households with one or more Severe Housing Problems: Lacks kitchen or complete plumbing, severe overcrowding, severe cost burden) Renter Owner 0-30% >30- >50- >80- Total 0- >30- >50- >80- Total AN 50% 80% 100% 30% 50% 80% 100% AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Having 1 or more of four housing problems 1,790 895 325 110 3,120 440 475 265 265 1,445 Having none of four housing problems 230 1,600 2,985 1,535 6,350 80 715 2,185 2,095 5,075 Household has negative income, but none of the other housing problems 180 0 0 0 180 35 0 0 0 35 Table 8—Housing Problems 2 Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: 3. Cost Burden > 30% Renter Owner 0-30% >30- >50- Total 0-30% >30- >50- Total AN 50% 80% AN 50% 80% AMI AMI AMI AMI NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Small Related 25 675 710 1,410 0 60 580 640 Large Related 0 200 100 300 35 95 320 450 Elderly 35 170 165 370 20 130 310 460 Other 0 460 545 1,005 0 105 210 315 Total need by income 60 1,505 1,520 3,085 55 390 1,420 1,865 Table 9—Cost Burden>30% Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 23 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 4. Cost Burden > 50% Renter Owner 0-30% >30- >50- Total 0-30% >30- >50- Total AMI 50% 80% AMI 50% 80% AMI AMI AMI AMI NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Small Related 885 250 50 1,185 195 245 60 500 Large Related 205 65 0 270 65 35 0 100 Elderly 195 95 0 290 115 110 65 290 Other 470 300 35 805 65 70 95 230 Total need by income 1,755 710 85 2,550 440 460 220 1,120 Table 10—Cost Burden>50% Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: 5. Crowding (More than one person per room) Renter Owner 0- >30- >50- >80- Total 0- >30- >50- >80- Total 30% 50% 80% 100% 30% 50% 80% 100% AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Single family households 175 175 194 75 619 29 10 40 65 144 Multiple, unrelated family households 30 15 30 0 75 0 4 0 130 134 Other, non-family households 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total need by income 205 190 224 75 694 29 14 40 195 278 Table 11—Crowding Information—1/2 Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: Renter Owner 0-30% >30- >50- Total 0-30% >30- >50- Total AMI 50% 80% AMI 50% 80% AMI AMI AMI AMI Households N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A with Children Present Table 12—Crowding Information—2/2 Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 24 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Describe the number and type of single person households in need of housing assistance. According to the 2017 ACS,there were 7,290 single person households in Round Rock, 6 percent or 445 households of which experienced housing needs. By 2022, single person households in need of housing assistance is projected to grow to 531 households. According to the Regional Al resident survey,the types of single person households that may be in need of housing assistance include the following: • About 15 percent of single person households in Round Rock are elderly and may require accessibility improvements or other health services as they age in place; • About 5 percent of single person households in Round Rock have incomes below$25,000 and about 40 percent have incomes between$25,000 and$50,000—these households may have trouble paying rent or property tax bills; • About 30 percent of all single person households in Round Rock are renters. Of those, about 40 percent worry about their rent increasing more than they can afford and all single person households that are renters in Round Rock said they would like to purchase a home but cannot afford the downpayment. • About 70 percent all single person households in Round Rock are homeowners. Of those, about 30 percent were concerned about their ability to pay their property taxes. Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance who are disabled or victims of domestic violence, dating violence,sexual assault and stalking. Households with disabilities. Eight percent of Round Rock households have one or more disabilities, similar to the Austin-Round Rock MSA(8.9%), but lower than the state overall (11.4%). Of seniors,42 percent has some type of disability. Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data indicate that about 45 percent of all residents with a disability have 1 or more housing problems (e.g. cost burden, overcrowding, substandard housing). In other words, among the 5,965 households with a disability in Round Rock, 2,655 have some type of housing need. In the next 5 years, households in need of housing assistance containing persons with hearing,vision, cognitive, ambulatory,self-care,and/or independent living difficulty is projected to grow to 3,166, a 19 percent increase from today. In both the Regional Al survey and regional focus groups, residents with disabilities, especially those reliant on disability income, report being cost burdened and fear their rent being increased more than they can afford to pay.All of the Round Rock renters who participated in the survey want to become homeowners, but cannot afford the downpayment. In the past five years, 16 percent of households that include a member with a disability in Round Rock experienced displacement—having to move when they did not want to move—based on responses to the Central Texas Fair Housing Survey. Among all Round Rock households that include a member with a disability of any type, one in five(19%) live in housing that does not meet the accessibility needs of the member with a disability. Among these respondents to the Central Texas Fair Housing Survey, grab bars installed in a bathroom,wider doorways, and ramp installation within or to the home are the most frequently mentioned accessibility Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 25 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) improvements needed. One in five (20%)of Round Rock's households that include a member with a disability report that they"can't afford the housing that has accessibility features needed". Victims of domestic violence. National incidence rates indicate that 37 percent of women and 34 percent of men aged 18 or older have experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner in their lifetime. Annual incidence rates—meaning the proportion of people who have experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, or stalking by an intimate partner in the previous year—are 5.5 percent for women and 5.2 percent for men. Applying these rates to the Round Rock population of women and men over 18 indicates that 4,383 residents are likely to have experienced some type of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault and/or stalking by an intimate partner in the previous year. National statistics show that 3.6 percent of women and 1.0 percent of men experiencing intimate partner violence are in need of housing services. In Round Rock,these statistics suggest that 112 victims of domestic violence, or 2 percent, require housing services each year. Hope Alliance, a local organization serving victims of family violence,served 888 individuals on a face-to- face basis (330 of those in their shelter) and another 2,826 people who called their hotline. Hope Alliance estimates that they referred more than 925 individuals to agencies outside Williamson County. In a focus group with domestic violence survivors across the region, participants were all extremely concerned about their ability to afford housing in the private market and worry that they have lost their place on publicly supported housing waitlists as they are unable to receive mail at their prior addresses. Many of these women have large families, increasing the difficulty associated with finding housing once their time at the shelter expires. Although the supportive and housing services needed by intimate partner violence (IPV)victims vary, generally, all need health care and counseling immediately following the event and continued mental health support to assist with the traumatic stress disorder related to the event. Victims may also require assistance with substance abuse and mental health services, both of which are common among IPV victims.Affordable housing is also critical:The National Alliance to End Homelessness argues that a "strong investment in housing is crucial [to victims of domestic violence] ...so that the family or woman is able to leave the shelter system as quickly as possible without returning to the abuse."The Alliance also reports that studies on homelessness have shown a correlation between domestic violence and homelessness (http://www.endhomelessness.org/pages/domestic-violence). What are the most common housing problems? Cost burden and severe cost burden,for both renter and owner households, are the most common housing problems in Round Rock.Table 7 shows that 3,065 renter households earning less than 100 percent of AMI experience cost burden and 2,350 renter households earning less than 100 percent of AMI experience severe cost burden. This compares to 79 renters below 100 percent of AMI living in substandard housing and 694 renters below 100 percent of AMI living in overcrowded or severely overcrowded homes.Similar trends are evident among owner households, but renter households experience a higher rate of housing problems overall. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 26 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Are any populations/household types more affected than others by these problems? "Small related" renter and "other" renter("other" may include singles, roommates, people living in group homes, etc.) households are the most affected by cost burden. Table 9 shows 1,410 small related renter households and 1,005 other renter households are cost burdened,which combined make up 78 percent of all low-to moderate-income renter households that are cost burdened. Small related households, making 30 percent of AMI or less, are disproportionately impacted by severe cost burden. Overall, renters are more likely than owners to experience housing problems. According to Table 8, 32 percent of renters earning less than 100 percent AMI have at least one housing problem compared to 22 percent of owners earning less than 100 percent of AMI. Describe the characteristics and needs of low-income individuals and families with children (especially extremely low-income)who are currently housed but are at imminent risk of either residing in shelters or becoming unsheltered 91.205(c)/91.305(c)).Also discuss the needs of formerly homeless families and individuals who are receiving rapid re-housing assistance and are nearing the termination of that assistance Households spending 50 percent or more of their income on housing are considered at risk of homelessness. These households have limited capacity to adjust to rising home prices and are vulnerable to even minor shifts in rents, property taxes, and/or incomes. CHAS data in Table 7 indicate that 3,515 low-to moderate-income Round Rock households (2,350 renters and 1,165 owners) are severely cost burdened, spending 50 percent or more of their income on housing, and therefore at risk of homelessness. The Central Texas Fair Housing Survey provides additional insight into two types of households that are currently housed but may be at imminent risk of homelessness.Those households are described below. Households with incomes less than$25,000 (11%of 259 respondents): • Among households with incomes less than $25,000, more than one in four live in large families; half are renters and 27 percent are precariously housed. Nearly half(48%) have children under the age of 18 in the home. Slightly less than half(45%) live in a household that includes a member with a disability. Nearly three in 10(27%) are unemployed or looking for work, 14 percent receive disability benefit income, and 5 percent are retired. • Housing challenges experienced by Round Rock's low-income households include "inadequate sidewalks,street lights, drainage, or other infrastructure in my neighborhood" (32%), a member of the household with a disability has difficulty getting around the neighborhood due to broken or missing sidewalks (27%), one in four(23%) "need help taking care of myself/my home and can't find or afford to hire someone," and one in four(23%) "can't pay my utilities". Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 27 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Precariously housed(10%of 259 respondents)—couch-surfing or otherwise not included on a lease, staying in emergency shelters, or living in transitional housing programs: • Compared to the typical Round Rock resident,those who are precariously housed are three times more likely to have incomes less than $25,000. Precariously housed residents comprise nearly one in four(23%) of all large family survey respondents. In Round Rock,the median age range of precariously housed survey respondents is 25 to 34, younger than the median of all Round Rock respondents (ages 45 to 54). Precariously housed residents are slightly less likely than the typical Round Rock resident to have children under age 18 living in the home (44% versus 50% overall). Precariously housed residents are also more likely than the typical resident to live in a household with a person with a disability(35%versus 22%). Precariously housed residents are much less likely than the average resident be employed full time (21%versus 62%), and nearly one in five (17%) precariously housed respondents are unemployed/looking for work. • Housing challenges among the precariously housed include: living in a home that is not big enough for the family(17%), "1 need help taking care of myself/my home and can't find or afford to hire someone" (17%), "1 can't pay my utilities" (17%), and difficulty finding a place to rent due to bad credit/history of evictions/foreclosure (13%). There are no active rapid re-housing assistance programs in Round Rock. If a jurisdiction provides estimates of the at-risk population(s), it should also include a description of the operational definition of the at-risk group and the methodology used to generate the estimates: Indicators of at-risk population(s) include: being precariously housed (e.g., couch-surfing, living in hotel/motel), reporting being unable to pay utilities, reporting being unable to pay property taxes, being in the process of eviction or foreclosure, being unable to find a place to rent due to criminal history, history or eviction or foreclosure. Based on the Central Texas Fair Housing Survey,we estimate that 10 percent of Round Rock's households are precariously housed, approximately 3,837. Specify particular housing characteristics that have been linked with instability and an increased risk of homelessness Prior history of eviction or foreclosure, being precariously housed, difficulty paying utilities or property taxes, bad credit history, criminal history, mental illness, prior episodes of homelessness, domestic assault, LGBTQ youth, extremely low-income households. Precariously housed residents comprise nearly one in four(23%) of all large family survey respondents, have a median age of 25 to 34, more than two in five (44%) have children under age 18, and about one in three (35%) live in a household that includes a member with a disability. Precariously housed residents are much less likely than the average Round Rock resident to be employed full time (21%) and nearly one in five (17%) are unemployed/looking for work. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 28 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Discussion In addition to the topics discussed above,the City of Round Rock evaluated broadband needs of low- and moderate-income households. Citywide, 91 percent of households have a desktop or laptop computer and 94 percent have a smartphone. Eighty seven percent of households have broadband access by cable,fiber, or DSL and 95 percent have some type of broadband access-7 percent only have internet through their cellular data plan. However,ACS data indicate that access is much lower for low-and moderate-income households. In Round Rock just 2 percent of households earning$75,000 or more per year are without an internet subscription compared to 32 percent of households earning less than$20,000 per year and 6 percent of households earning between$20,000 and$75,000 per year. As part of the community engagement process conducted for the CP, residents and stakeholders serving low-income households were specifically asked about broadband needs and digital inclusion. In a focus group with seniors and elderly residents, participants expressed concern over a generation gap in technology. Many younger seniors have been assisting older residents with technology(e.g. setting up video chatting with their families, purchasing a smart phone, etc.).There may be other opportunities to standardize a training program amongst those that are members of Baca. Local nonprofit leaders that participated in the focus group echoed this concern and identified the internet as a barrier that disproportionately impacts the elderly. City staff also identified local resources available for addressing the digital divide in Round Rock: • Two ISPs that serve the area provide low-cost wireline home internet service for low-to moderate-income households and seniors that qualify. For AT&T (https://www.att.com/shop/internet/access/#I/), rates range from $5 to$10 per month. For Spectrum Internet Assist(https://www.spectrum.com/browse/content/spectrum-internet- assist.html), $14.99 per month, plus taxes and fees. • Round Rock's library offers hotspot checkouts so people can "rent"the internet just like a book (https://www.rou nd rocktexas.gov/news/check-out-the-internet-at-rrpl/). • The City's IT department provides free WiFi internet in a number of public spaces (https://www.roundrocktexas.gov/services/wifi/), including: o Robert G. and Helen Griffith Public Library o Allen R. Baca Center o Centennial Plaza o Round Rock City Hall o Clay Madsen Recreation Center o Rabb House and Play for All Abilities Park o Sharon Prete Main Street Plaza o Rock'N River Water Park Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 29 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems — 91.205 (b)(2) This section assesses the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole. Housing problems include: • Lack of complete kitchen facilities. • Lack of complete plumbing facilities. • Overcrowded households with more than 1 person per room, not including bathrooms, porches,foyers, halls, or half-rooms. • Households with cost burdens of more than 30 percent of income. Introduction A disproportionately greater need exists when the members of a racial or ethnic group at a particular income level experience housing problems at a greater rate (10 percentage points or more)than the income level as a whole. For example, assume that 60 percent of all low-income households within a jurisdiction have a housing problem and 72 percent of low-income Hispanic households have a housing problem. In this case, low- income Hispanic households have a disproportionately greater need. Per the regulations at 91.205(b)(2), 91.305(b)(2), and 91.405, a grantee must provide an assessment for each disproportionately greater need identified. Although the purpose of these tables is to analyze the relative level of need for each race and ethnic category,the data also provide information for the jurisdiction as a whole that can be useful in describing overall need. Income classifications are as follows:0%-30%AMI is considered extremely low-income, 31%-50%AMI is low-income, 51%-80%AMI is moderate-income, and 81%-100% is middle-income. 0%-30% of Area Median Income Housing Problems Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 2,335 210 215 White 835 55 75 Black/African American 585 35 25 Asian 90 0 25 American Indian,Alaska Native 25 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 735 120 85 Table 13-Disproportionally Greater Need 0-30%AMI Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: *The four housing problems are: Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 30 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities,3. More than one person per room,4. Cost Burden greater than 30% 30%-50% of Area Median Income Housing Problems Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income,but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 3,115 570 0 White 1,555 265 0 Black/African American 300 95 0 Asian 85 4 0 American Indian,Alaska Native 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 10 0 0 Hispanic 1,115 195 0 Table 14-Disproportionally Greater Need 30-50%AMI Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: *The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities,3. More than one person per room,4. Cost Burden greater than 30% 50%-80% of Area Median Income Housing Problems Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income,but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 3,460 2,300 0 White 1,855 11180 0 Black/African American 385 174 0 Asian 120 19 0 American Indian,Alaska Native 0 25 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 1,005 800 0 Table 15-Disproportionally Greater Need 50-80%AMI Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: *The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities,3. More than one person per room,4. Cost Burden greater than 30% Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 31 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 80%-100%of Area Median Income Housing Problems Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income,but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 950 3,055 0 White 520 1,635 0 Black/African American 110 375 0 Asian 30 160 0 American Indian,Alaska Native 0 20 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 285 805 0 Table 16-Disproportionally Greater Need 80-100%AMI Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: *The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room,4. Cost Burden greater than 30% Discussion This section discusses the income categories in which a racial or ethnic group has a disproportionately greater need. 0-30%AMI.All groups have relatively high rates of housing problems, but no single group experiences a disproportionately high rate of need relative to the jurisdiction as a whole.At this income level,92 percent of all households have at least one of the four housing problems. 30-50%AMI. Similar to the 0-30%AMI income level, all households in this income group have relatively high rates of housing need. Black/African American households experience slightly lower rates of housing need (76%) compared to White households (85%)and the jurisdiction as a whole (85%). Asian (96%) and Pacific Islander(100%) households have disproportionately high need, but the total number of Pacific Islander households is too low to accurately assess disproportionate needs. 50-80%AMI. At this income level, 60 percent of households in the jurisdiction overall have at least one of the four housing problems.Asian households have a disproportionately high rate of need (86%) relative to the jurisdiction as a whole at this income level. 80-100%AMI. Less than one quarter of all households earning 80-100%AMI in the jurisdiction have one or more of the four housing problems. No single racial/ethnic group experiences a disproportionately high rate of need relative to the jurisdiction as a whole at this income level. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 32 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems — 91.205 (b)(2) Assess the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole. Introduction This section discusses severe housing needs as defined by HUD, using HUD-prepared housing needs data.The tables show the number of Round Rock households that have severe housing needs by income, race, and ethnicity. Needs are defined as one or more of the following housing problems: • Housing lacks complete kitchen facilities • Housing lacks complete plumbing facilities • Household has more than 1.5 persons per room Household cost burden exceeds 50 percent. A disproportionately greater need exists when the members of a racial or ethnic group at a particular income level experience housing problems at a greater rate (10 percentage points or more)than the income level as a whole. For example, assume that 60 percent of all low-income households within a jurisdiction have a housing problem and 72 percent of low-income Hispanic households have a housing problem. In this case, low- income Hispanic households have a disproportionately greater need. Per the regulations at 91.205(b)(2), 91.305(b)(2), and 91.405, a grantee must provide an assessment for each disproportionately greater need identified.Although the purpose of these tables is to analyze the relative level of need for each race and ethnic category,the data also provide information for the jurisdiction as a whole that can be useful in describing overall need. Income classifications are as follows:0%-30%AMI is considered extremely low-income, 31%-50%AMI is low-income, 51%-80%AMI is moderate-income, and 81%-100% is middle-income. 0%-30%of Area Median Income Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income,but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 2,230 310 215 White 760 135 75 Black/African American 585 35 25 Asian 70 20 25 American Indian,Alaska Native 25 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 730 124 85 Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 33 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Table 17—Severe Housing Problems 0-30%AMI Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: *The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities,3. More than 1.5 persons per room,4.Cost Burden over 50% 30%-50% of Area Median Income Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income,but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 1,370 2,315 0 White 820 1,000 0 Black/African American 55 335 0 Asian 70 19 0 American Indian,Alaska Native 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 10 0 0 Hispanic 405 905 0 Table 18—Severe Housing Problems 30-50%AMI Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: *The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities,3. More than 1.5 persons per room,4.Cost Burden over 50% 50%-80% of Area Median Income Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income,but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 590 5,170 0 White 285 2,750 0 Black/African American 80 485 0 Asian 25 115 0 American Indian,Alaska Native 0 25 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 180 1,625 0 Table 19—Severe Housing Problems 50-80%AMI Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: *The four severe housing problems are: Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 34 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) I. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities,3. More than 1.5 persons per room,4.Cost Burden over 50% 80%-100% of Area Median Income Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 375 3,630 0 White 80 2,070 0 Black/African American 35 450 0 Asian 30 160 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 20 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 235 855 0 Table 20—Severe Housing Problems 80-100%AMI Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: *The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities,3. More than 1.5 persons per room,4.Cost Burden over 50% Discussion This section discusses the income categories in which a racial or ethnic group has a disproportionately greater severe housing need. 0-30%AMI. Like the previous discussion on housing needs, all groups have relatively high rates of severe housing problems, but no single group experiences a disproportionately high rate of need relative to the jurisdiction as a whole (apart from American Indian/Alaska Native households,who experience slightly disproportionate housing needs, but the total number of households is too low to accurately assess disproportionate needs). At this income level, 88 percent of all households have a severe housing problem. 30-50%AMI.Thirty-seven percent of all households earning 30-50% of AMI in the jurisdiction have a severe housing need. Asian (79%) and Pacific Islander(100%) households experience disproportionately high severe housing problems, but the total number of Pacific Islander households is too low to accurately assess disproportionate needs. 50-80%AMI.At this income level, 10 percent of households in the jurisdiction overall have a severe housing problem. No single racial/ethnic group experiences a disproportionately high rate of severe housing problems relative to the jurisdiction as a whole at this income level. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 35 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 80-100%AMI. Nine percent of all households earning 80-100%AMI in the jurisdiction have a severe housing problem.These data indicate that Asian and Hispanic households at this income level experience severe housing problems at a disproportionately high rate, 16 percent and 22 percent, respectively. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 36 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens— 91.205 (b)(2) According to HUD, disproportionate need occurs when a household category has a level of need that is at least 10 percentage points higher than the level of need of all households in a particular income category. For example, if 60 percent of households earning between 50 and 80 percent of the area median income (AMI) have a housing problem, and 75 percent of Hispanics in the same income category have a housing problem, Hispanics would have a disproportionate need. Introduction: This section provides data on households with disproportionate levels of housing cost burden. Housing cost burden occurs when households pay more than 30 percent of their gross household income toward housing costs,which includes utilities. Severe housing cost burden occurs when housing costs are 50 percent or more of gross household income. A disproportionately greater need exists when the members of a racial or ethnic group at a particular income level experience housing problems at a greater rate (10 percentage points or more)than the income level as a whole. For example, assume that 60 percent of all low-income households within a jurisdiction have a housing problem and 72 percent of low-income Hispanic households have a housing problem. In this case, low- income Hispanic households have a disproportionately greater need. Per the regulations at 91.205(b)(2),91.305(b)(2), and 91.405, a grantee must provide an assessment for each disproportionately greater need identified. Although the purpose of these tables is to analyze the relative level of need for each race and ethnic category,the data also provide information for the jurisdiction as a whole that can be useful in describing overall need. Income classifications are as follows:0%-30%AMI is considered extremely low-income, 31%-50%AMI is low-income, 51%-80%AMI is moderate-income, and 81%-100% is middle-income. Housing Cost Burden Housing Cost Burden <=30% 30-50% >50% No/negative income(not computed) Jurisdiction as a whole 25,405 6,100 3,845 234 White 15,770 3,190 1,885 75 Black/African American 2,065 720 685 45 Asian 1,560 210 140 25 American Indian,Alaska Native 135 0 25 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 10 0 Hispanic 5,325 1,850 1,025 85 Table 21—Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens AMI Data 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Source: Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 37 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Discussion: Table 21 (above)shows housing cost burden by race/ethnicity of householders regardless of income. Pacific Islander households disproportionately experienced cost burden compared to the jurisdiction as a whole by 90 percentage points, but the total number of Pacific Islander households is too low to accurately assess disproportionate needs. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 38 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion — 91.205(b)(2) Are there any Income categories in which a racial or ethnic group has disproportionately greater need than the needs of that income category as a whole? According to HUD, disproportionate need occurs when a household category has a level of need that is at least 10 percentage points higher than the level of need of all households in a particular income category. For example, if 60 percent of households earning between 50 and 80 percent of the area median income (AMI) have a housing problem, and 75 percent of Hispanic households in the same income category have a housing problem, Hispanic households would have a disproportionate need.The HUD data discussed above in Sections NA-15 and NA-20 indicate that disproportionately high needs exist for the following households: • Asian households earning between 30 to 50 percent of AMI have disproportionately high rates of housing need compared to Non-Hispanic Whites of the same income group; • Asian households earning between 50 to 80 percent of AMI have disproportionately high rates of housing need compared to Non-Hispanic Whites of the same income group; • Asian households earning between 80 to 100 percent of AMI have disproportionately high rates of housing need compared to Non-Hispanic Whites of the same income group; and • Hispanic households earning between 80 to 100 percent of AMI have disproportionately high rates of housing need compared to Non-Hispanic Whites of the same income group. Pacific Islander households, earning between 30 to 50 percent of AMI, also appear to have disproportionately experienced housing need and cost burden, but the total number of Pacific Islander households is too low to accurately assess disproportionate needs. Differences in housing needs by race and ethnicity can also be assessed by differences in homeownership, access to publicly-assisted housing, and the experience finding housing. As discussed in the region's Al, homeownership rates for Black/African American residents and Hispanic residents are lower than for Non-Hispanic White residents. It should be noted that the gap in ownership rates between Non-Hispanic White and minority households is smaller in Round Rock than in the region overall and the City has higher rates of minority ownership than many other jurisdictions in Central Texas. If they have needs not identified above,what are those needs? The needs identified above focus on the HUD-defined categories of housing problems: cost burden, overcrowding(more than 1 person per room), lacking complete kitchen facilities, and lacking complete plumbing facilities.The Regional Al also identified needs related to mortgage lending, particularly for minority residents. In the Regional Al, an analysis of Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data found that Black/African American, Hispanic, and other non-Asian minorities face greater challenges in accessing mortgage loans than Non-Hispanic White and Asian households. In Round Rock, 20 percent of Black/African American applicants and 18 percent of Hispanic applicants who applied for mortgage or home improvement loans were denied loans;compared to 10 percent of Non-Hispanic White applicants. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 39 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) It should be noted that the lending disparity in Round Rock is actually the smallest gap of any jurisdiction in the region. Are any of those racial or ethnic groups located in specific areas or neighborhoods in your community? Maps of the distribution of residents by race and ethnicity were prepared for the Regional Al in 2018/2019. The maps showed a small concentration of Asian residents in the south east part of the City, some concentration of Hispanic residents in central census tracts, and some concentration of Black/African American residents in central and southern census tracts. Overall, Round Rock has relatively low segregation of residents by race or ethnicity. The Regional Al provides extensive detail on areas of concentration—both racial/ethnic concentration and areas of poverty concentration—along with strategies to address racial,ethnic, and economic segregation in the region.Those goals from the Al are also included in this CP. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 40 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) NA-35 Public Housing—91.205(b) Introduction Private housing market factors combined with a lack of federal funding for public housing create extra challenges for housing authorities. The data tables below show the current inventory of publicly supported housing in Round Rock and the populations served. Round Rock Housing Authority was established in 1966, with the first development built in 1972.Today, the Housing Authority owns 100 units and administers 94 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. Another 148 vouchers are port-ins from over 90 other PHAs around the U.S. Approximately 342 total persons are assisted through RRHA's programs. Of the 100 public housing units, 28 units in Cushing are mainly for the elderly, with some family households. Both Westwood and Lance Haven have 30 units for family households. In addition,there are 12 scattered single-family units currently occupied by Section 8 tenants.All of the units are considered to be in very good condition. No public housing home ownership initiative currently exists. For Housing Choice Voucher holders,state law prohibits cities and counties from including Source of Income as a protected class,which can create barriers to using vouchers in the private market. Regionwide,voucher holders have fewer options for using their vouchers than five years ago (due to market price increases)and landlords have no requirement or incentive to accept voucher holders;voucher holders also report the highest levels of segregation in the region, according to the Regional Al resident survey. Totals in Use Program Type Certificate Mod- Public Vouchers Rehab Housing Total Project Tenant Special Purpose Voucher -based -based Veterans Family Disabled Affairs Unification Supportive Program Housing #of units vouchers in use 0 0 94 242 0 242 0 0 0 Table 22-Public Housing by Program Type *includes Non-Elderly Disabled,Mainstream One-Year,Mainstream Five-year,and Nursing Home Transition Data PIC(PIH Information Center) Source: Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 41 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Characteristics of Residents Program Type Certificate Mod- Public Vouchers Rehab Housing Total Project Tenant Special Purpose Voucher -based -based Veterans Family Affairs Unification Supportive Program Housing Average Annual Income 0 0 18,647 19,776 0 19,776 0 0 Average length of stay 0 0 6.3 10.2 0 5 0 0 Average Household size 0 0 4 5 0 3 0 0 # Homeless at admission 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 #of Elderly Program Participants (>62) 0 0 39 47 0 47 0 0 #of Disabled Families 0 0 12 71 0 71 0 0 #of Families requesting accessibility features 0 0 94 242 0 242 0 0 #of HIV/AIDS program participants 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 F of DV ctims 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Table 23—Characteristics of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data Source: PIC(PIH Information Center) Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 42 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Race of Residents Program Type Race Certificate Mod- Public Vouchers Rehab Housing Total Project Tenant Special Purpose Voucher -based -based Veterans Family Disabled Affairs Unification Supportive Program Housing White 0 0 71 109 0 109 0 0 0 Black/African American 0 0 36 188 0 188 0 0 0 Asian 0 0 6 7 0 7 0 0 0 American Indian/Alaska Native 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Other 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 *includes Non-Elderly Disabled,Mainstream One-Year,Mainstream Five-year,and Nursing Home Transition Table 24—Race of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data PIC(PIH Information Center) Source: Ethnicity of Residents Program Type Ethnicity Certificate Mod- Public Vouchers Rehab Housing Total Project Tenant Special Purpose Voucher -based -based Veterans Family Disabled Affairs Unification Supportive Program Housing Hispanic 0 0 27 28 0 28 0 0 0 Not Hispanic 0 0 72 214 0 214 0 0 0 *includes Non-Elderly Disabled,Mainstream One-Year,Mainstream Five-year,and Nursing Home Transition Table 25—Ethnicity of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data Source: PIC(PIH Information Center) Section 504 Needs Assessment Describe the needs of public housing tenants and applicants on the waiting list for accessible units: RRHA currently does not have a Section 504 Plan. Accommodation for those with disabilities is made on a demand basis. Currently, one-bedroom units are available for those with disabilities. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 43 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) The waiting list is closed. Round Rock Housing Authority has a large number of port-ins,which absorbs any available vouchers. RRHA bills up to 90 other PHAs located throughout the country from California to New York. Most immediate needs of residents of Public Housing and Housing Choice voucher holders A focus group was held with current residents of the Round Rock Housing Authority to understand their immediate needs. Participants expressed a need for the following: • A talented,trusted, and reliable maintenance team is important to address the needs and concerns of the residents and is a contributing factor to their overall well-being and safety; • Providing more community-based events and programming that contribute to the overall health and well-being of residents,such as community gardens, picnics, and exercise classes; • Better communication with the housing authority and internal protocols to address resident concerns; • Better healthy food options—many depend on the pantry for food; and • Access to quality healthcare, which is a current barrier for many residents. One resident described the need for more community events: '"'Residents are always looking for opportunities to get together and connect with each other.Sometimes it's easy to stay in your house and not get outside and socialize. More opportunities to socialize with one another, such as a picnic or community garden, would be such a wonderful addition to our community." Overall, residents felt that attaining affordable housing was a major challenge in Round Rock—waitlists are extremely long and there is not enough affordable housing. How do these needs compare to the housing needs of the population at large Affordable housing is a prevalent issue for the City of Round Rock and the needs of housing authority residents are further exasperated due to lack of financial resources, loss of employment, illness, etc.,to pay rents (i.e., priced at less than$500/month to serve the City's lowest income renters) in a tight economy of which Round Rock and the nation is undergoing. Discussion Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 44 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment— 91.205(c) Introduction: The City of Round Rock and Williamson County are part of the Texas Balance of State Continuum of Care (BoS CoC).The BoS CoC is part of the Texas Homeless Network(THN), a nonprofit membership-based organization helping Texas communities to prevent and end homelessness.THN is a 501(c)(3) organization that is partially funded through Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs and Texas Department of State Health Services. THN provides training and technical assistance around the State of Texas helping service providers and communities better serve the homeless population with the end goal of preventing and ending homelessness. Homeless needs are being addressed on a regional basis with coordinated services and shelters provided by agencies located in Round Rock and Austin,Texas. The following agencies provide temporary shelter,transitional housing, and other services: • The Williamson County Crisis Center(Hope Alliance) offers emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. • STARRY Emergency Shelter serves children who need immediate protection,typically after being removed from their home by court order due to life-threatening abuse or neglect. • Lifeworks provides emergency shelter and transitional housing as well as counseling, education/workforce and youth development to youth and their families. • Round Rock Area Serving Center, currently funded by CDBG public services and general fund dollars, provides emergency shelter,food and clothing vouchers as well as mortgage and utility assistance in an effort to prevent homelessness. • Texas Baptist Children's Home provides a variety of residential and nonresidential services for children and families in need—these include housing for children and single-mother families as well as outreach and prevention services. While there is no current point-in-time count for Round Rock, stakeholders estimated that between 20 to 30 people are currently living on the streets. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 45 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Homeless Needs Assessment Population Estimate the#of Estimate Estimate Estimate Estimate persons the# the# the# the#of experiencing experienc becoming exiting days homelessness on a ing homeless homeless persons given night homeless each year ness each experience ness each year homelessn year ess Shelte Un- red sheltered Persons in Households with Adult(s) and Child(ren) 0 30 0 0 0 0 Persons in Households with Only Children 0 0 0 0 0 0 Persons in Households with Only Adults 0 3 0 0 0 0 Chronically Homeless Individuals 0 12 0 0 0 0 Chronically Homeless Families 0 0 0 0 0 0 Veterans 0 0 0 0 0 0 Unaccompanied Child 0 0 0 0 0 0 Persons with HIV 0 0 0 0 0 0 Table 26-Homeless Needs Assessment No current data available for Round Rock;data reflect estimates from 2014 Con Data Source Plan.These data are consistent with stakeholder estimates that between 20 to 30 Comments: people are currently living on the streets. Indicate if the homeless population is: Has No Rural Homeless If data is not available for the categories "number of persons becoming and exiting homelessness each year," and "number of days that persons experience homelessness," describe these categories for each homeless population type (including chronically homeless individuals and families,families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth): No data is available specifically for the City of Round Rock on the number of persons becoming and exiting homelessness each year. Hope Alliance,which provides the only emergency shelter beds in Round Rock,served 330 clients in the shelter in 2018 and the average length of stay was just under 23 days. Hope Alliance shelter beds are targeted to victims of domestic violence. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 46 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Nature and Extent of Homelessness: (Optional) Race: Sheltered: Unsheltered (optional) White 39 0 Black or African American 3 0 Asian 0 0 American Indian or Alaska Native 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 Ethnicity: Sheltered: Unsheltered (optional) Hispanic 14 0 Not Hispanic 0 0 Data Source Comments: No current data available for Round Rock; data reflect estimates from 2014 Con Plan. Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance for families with children and the families of veterans. No data is available specifically for the City of Round Rock on the extent and nature of homelessness by racial and ethnic group. However,stakeholders indicate there is a significant number of families with children in need of housing assistance. Describe the Nature and Extent of Homelessness by Racial and Ethnic Group. No current data is available specifically for the City of Round Rock on the extent and nature of homelessness by racial and ethnic group. Data from the 2014 Con Plan indicates that most people experiencing homelessness at that time were White and about one third were of Hispanic descent. Describe the Nature and Extent of Unsheltered and Sheltered Homelessness. The City of Round Rock and Williamson County are part of the Texas Balance of State Continuum of Care (BoS CoC). No data is available specifically for the City of Round Rock on the nature and extent of unsheltered homelessness. Homelessness is a regional issue and is best addressed countywide through the efforts of both Williamson and Travis Counties and local jurisdictions.Since Round Rock's emergency shelter only provides temporary facilities for displaced women and children,the City will work with area providers to address its share of the homeless need through facilities and services provided at the regional level. Discussion: Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 47 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) NA-45 Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.205 (b,d) Introduction: This section provides data and information about special needs populations in Round Rock. Non- homeless special needs populations include households containing persons with a disability (hearing/vision limitation, ambulatory limitation,cognitive limitation,and/or self-care/independent living limitation), elderly households, large families,female headed households with children, households with limited English proficiency, and those at risk of homelessness.The characteristics of these populations are described below. It is increasingly difficult to fund non-homeless special needs projects due to the limited amount of funding received annually to support housing and community development initiatives and the increasing amount of basic community needs resulting from ongoing economic conditions. However,other resources are available at the federal, state, and local levels, including nonprofit organizations that area organizations can solicit to help provide affordable housing opportunities and supportive services to the non-homeless special needs populations in the City of Round Rock. The City of Round Rock relies on area nonprofit organizations to provide many services to the non- homeless special needs populations. The City will continue to support the efforts of these and other organizations that provide housing and supportive services to non-homeless special needs individuals. The Williamson County and Cities Health District(WCCHD) offers a variety of services to Round Rock and Williamson County residents, including: • Alcohol and drug testing services,counseling • Women, infant and children (WIC)services • Family assistance • Public health services • Senior services • Emergency services • HIV testing and counseling Describe the characteristics of special needs populations in your community. Housing and supportive service needs for Round Rock's non-homeless special needs populations are described below. Needs were determined through occurrence of HUD-defined housing problems, income/employment status, and stakeholder and resident engagement. ■ Disability. There are 5,965 households containing a person with a disability in Round Rock. About 2,600 households include a person with a hearing or vision impairment, 3,100 include a person with an ambulatory limitation, 2,500 include a person with a cognitive limitation,and 2,900 include a person with a self-care or independent living limitation (note there is overlap in the specific types of disabilities as some people/households have more than one limitation). Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 48 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Overall,45 percent of households that contain a member with a disability have one or more housing problems. By that measure,2,655 households containing a person with a disability have some type of housing need.As discussed in the Regional Al,the top housing challenges for people with disabilities include:worrying about increasing rent and eviction,wanting to buy a house but not being able to afford a down payment, and not being able to easily or safely access public transit/bus/light rail. ■ Elderly households. In Round Rock, 6,468 households include at least one person 62 years or older, accounting for 17 percent of all households. Of those, one third (2,100 households) have some type of housing need. Senior households may be less able to cope with increasing housing costs (rents for renters and property taxes for owners) as they are more likely to be living on a fixed retirement income. Most seniors desire to age in place but may need accessibility modifications as they age and may need additional support services in order to properly maintain their home and property. Many may also require transportation services and in-home health care at certain stages. ■ Large families. There are 4,594 large family households in Round Rock. CHAS data indicate that 45 percent of these households have some type of housing problem.The most common housing need is related to cost burden, but large households are also be more susceptible to overcrowding (CHAS data do not provide enough detail to quantify the number of large family households that are overcrowded). ■ Limited English proficient households. Over 1,700 households have limited English proficiency (LEP), meaning they speak English less than very well.The most common languages spoken by LEP households are Spanish (52%of all LEP households), Other Indo-European languages (20%),and Other Asian and Pacific Island (23%).These households may have trouble accessing resources and/or housing-related documents in their native language.The 5 percent of households with limited English proficiency that are living in poverty are most likely to have acute housing needs. ■ At risk of homelessness. Households spending 50 percent or more of their income on housing are considered at risk of homelessness.These households have limited capacity to adjust to rising home prices and are vulnerable to even minor shifts in rents, property taxes, and/or incomes. In Round Rock,4,128 households (11% of all households) are severely cost burdened and therefore at risk of homelessness. ■ Persons with alcohol or other drug addiction. In Round Rock, it is estimated that 5,830 residents, aged 18 years or older, live with a substance dependence.The City has a program called LifeSteps, an organization whose mission is to eliminate substance abuse in Williamson County through prevention, intervention,counseling,education,and family services. Programs target at-risk youth, ages 12 to 17,who are experiencing early signs of substance abuse and/or other related risk factors and provide counseling for families in the process of separation and/or divorce. LifeSteps also provides substance abuse education, including DWI offender programs. ■ Persons with living with HIV/AIDS.The Texas Department of State Health Services reports annually on the incidence of reported cases of HIV and AIDS. In 2017,the latest full year for which data were Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 49 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) available,the department reported that there were 734 persons in Williamson County living with HIV. Of these, 29 were HIV cases reported in 2017. Data are not available at the City level. What are the housing and supportive service needs of these populations and how are these needs determined? The non-homeless special needs populations in City of Round Rock have a wide range of service needs, including transitional housing,supportive housing, counseling, care management,transportation to health care facilities and employment, and more. Information was also retrieved from interviews and focus group sessions with area organizations during the planning process. Stakeholders who participated in the survey identified homeownership opportunities for low-and moderate-income residents (67%), rental housing for low-income renters (61%), housing with a mix of incomes (50%) as some of the top greatest unmet housing needs in Round Rock. In a focus group with seniors and the elderly, residents expressed the need for affordable housing options, including renting and/or buying new housing to renovating existing homes to meet their evolving needs, are the biggest concerns for senior citizens.They also expressed the need for more community centers, like Baca, and better transportation to complete daily tasks that are currently inaccessible. Discuss the size and characteristics of the population with HIV/AIDS and their families within the Eligible Metropolitan Statistical Area: The Texas Department of State Health Services reports annually on the incidence of reported cases of HIV and AIDS. In 2017,the latest full year for which data were available,the department reported that there were 734 persons in Williamson County living with HIV. Six AIDS cases were reported in 2017 and 29 HIV cases were reported in 2017.The report did not provide any specific data about the City of Round Rock in 2017. Community Action of Williamson County, located in Georgetown, provides housing assistance for low- income persons with HIV/AIDS and their families through HUD's Housing Opportunities for People with AIDS (HOPWA) Program.The Texas Department of State Health Services lists four other facilities affiliated with HOPWA in the public health region that includes Williamson County:AIDS Services of Austin, Brazos Valley Community Action Agency, United Way of the Greater Fort Hood Area and the Waco-McLennan County Public Health District. The HOPWA program in Texas provides tenant-based rental assistance,short-term rent/mortgage/utilities assistance,supportive services and permanent housing placement services.The City of Round Rock does not receive HOPWA funding. Discussion: Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 50 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs— 91.215 (f) Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Facilities: There is an ongoing need for public facility improvements, particularly for ongoing improvements to aging facilities that need repair, maintenance,and expansion. Upgrading the downtown infrastructure was also identified as one of the short-term challenges and opportunities in the City's Strategic Plan. Some nonprofit leaders in the stakeholder focus group and Consolidated Plan survey expressed a desire for additional parks, community and/or a senior center.ADA improvements to existing facilities was also a need identified by stakeholders. Overwhelmingly,seniors and elderly residents shared how much they valued the Baca Center. These residents mentioned the importance to feeling connected to people and the versatility of group activities, as important aspects of Baca. One resident in the focus group said "1 can'tsay enough about how much I enjoy and rely on the Baca Center. l get here every day at 9 a.m. and leave around 4 p.m. I look forward to socializing with my friends and attending many of the classes." How were these needs determined? These needs were determined in conjunction with the City of Round Rock's Strategic Plan (2012-2027) along with input from residents and stakeholders as part of the Consolidated Plan process. Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Improvements: In focus groups,the stakeholder survey, and the community meeting, better access to reliable public transportation overwhelmingly was the top public improvement need in Round Rock. • For residents, lack of reliable transportation was the biggest barrier for those who do not own a car—this was especially true for seniors and elderly residents who rely on public transportation to access important services such as daily activities, medical appointments, and shopping. • Nonprofit leaders in the stakeholder focus group agreed that transportation is a large barrier for residents, but they try to find creative ways to address this need.These stakeholders recommended that local transportation experts work in partnership with the nonprofits to create a comprehensive community-wide strategy to deal with this barrier. Stakeholders who took the survey identified access to reliable,efficient, and affordable public transportation as the greatest unmet and most urgent community development need. Additional public improvement needs identified by residents and stakeholders included sidewalks, floodplain and environmental hazard mitigation (i.e.,flooding mitigation), accessibility improvements, and neighborhood cleanups. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 51 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) The Leader's Guide 2018 Final Report/Mayor, City Council and Directors/Round Rock,Texas, identifies the following public improvement challenges: • Increasing traffic congestion, limited road capacity • Maintaining aging water and wastewater infrastructure • Aging, deteriorating,and erosion of existing stormwater infrastructure and drainage ways • Infrastructure need in Northeast Round Rock to support development and residential growth The primary strategies in Round Rock's Master Plan related to public improvements included the following: • Connecting neighborhoods that are differentiated from each other through street connectivity • Placing commercial/mixed use and multi-family buildings close to the street/sidewalk, creating an inviting outdoor room • Preserving Round Rock's historic district and building composition in terms of scale and architecture • Establishing compatibility among all modes of travel • Identifying and planning a series of greens/public spaces with adequate kid-friendly amenities • Incorporating sustainable urban design and building strategies How were these needs determined? Needs were identified in the City of Round Rock's Strategic Plan (2012-2027), Master Plan,the Leader's Guide 2018 Final Report,along with resident and stakeholder engagement conducted for the Consolidated Plan (through focus groups, a stakeholder survey, and a community-wide meeting). Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Services: There is an ongoing need in Round Rock for public services, particularly around health care,services for low-income residents,youth activities, affordable childcare, and food security. In the stakeholder survey, participants identified the top unmet public service needs as mental health services, support services for low-income residents, and youth activities, but also felt that affordable childcare and access to internet for low-income households were urgent community development needs in Round Rock. City staff in the stakeholder focus group identified supportive services for people experiencing homelessness, utility assistance, and better language access for persons with limited English proficiency as the top public service needs. For supportive services to help people experiencing homelessness,stakeholders felt that it was necessary to have wrap-around services,where people could get assistance with everything from Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 52 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) housing to mental health care. One stakeholder emphasized addressing the root of the problem through a holistic approach: "Addressing homelessness and doing it effectively, though a holistic approach to care, is important to this community.As Round Rock continues to strive towards excellence, we also are aware that most services are discovered via word-of-mouth. Keeping up with the demand of those in need,particularly as individuals and families come to Round Rock from Austin for services is a concern." How were these needs determined? Needs were identified through focus groups with residents and stakeholders, a stakeholder survey, a community-wide meeting,and a review of community needs within the eCon Plan's Need Assessment. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 53 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Housing Market Analysis MA-05 Overview Housing Market Analysis Overview: Rental Market At the time the 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan was prepared,the rental market was tight but also experiencing some stabilization. Rental vacancy rates in Round Rock are at record lows since 2010, currently at 6 percent. Since 2000, Round Rock's median rent grew by 49 percent-from $812 to$1,210. During the same period, median income increased by only 32 percent. The widening gap between increasing rents and income creates more cost burden among residents. According to 2017 ACS data, 5,460 renter households (38% of renters) experience cost burden and 2,264 of those (16%of renters) experience severe cost burden. Among owner households, 23 percent are cost burdened and 8 percent are severely cost burdened. Low-income renters, making 30 percent or below AMI, are disproportionately impacted by severe cost burden and substandard housing. There is not sufficient housing in Round Rock for low-to moderate-income renters making less than $35,000 per year-the table below shows the rental gaps for the City of Round Rock in 2017 and indicates a shortage of 1,578 units affordable to households earning less than $35,000 per year. Mismatch in Rental Market, City of Round Rock, 2017 Maximum Number %of Number and%of Affordable of rental rental Rental Cumulative Income Range Renters Gross Rent units units Gap Rental Gapi Less than$5,000 172 1% $125 13 0% (159) (159) $5,000 to$9,999 178 1% $250 88 1% (90) (249) $10,000 to$14,999 615 4% $375 91 1% (524) (773) $15,000 to$19,999 207 1% $500 28 0% (179) (952) $20,000 to$24,999 737 5% $625 163 1% (574) (1,527) $25,000 to$34,999 2,187 15% $875 2,136 15% (51) (1,578) $35,000 to$49,999 2,002 14% $1,250 6,799 46% 4,797 3,219 $50,000 to$74,999 3,199 22% $1,875 4,247 29% 1,048 4,267 $75,000 to$99,999 3,060 21% $2,500 $100,000 to$149,999 1,332 9% $3,750 1,116 8% (4,095) 171 $150,000 or more 819 6% $3,750+ Total/Low Income Gap 14,508 100% 14,679 100% (1,578) Source: 2016-2017 American Community Survey 1-Year Estimates Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 54 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) The gaps analysis conducted for the City of Round Rock shows that more than one-quarter of renters (4,096 households) living in the City earned less than$35,000 per year.These renters need units that cost less than$875 per month to avoid being cost burdened.Just 17 percent of rental units (2,518 units) in the area rent for less than$875 per month.This leaves a "gap,"or shortage, of 1,578 units for these extremely low-income households. In sum,the private rental market in Round Rock largely serves renters earning between $35,000 and $75,000 per year-75 percent of rental units are priced within that group's affordability range.The market fails to adequately serve the 28 percent of renters earning less than $35,000 per year—even when accounting for the impact of subsidized housing programs. The City's renters with the greatest needs are a diverse group. Some are seniors living on fixed incomes; some are large families with a low household income; and others are living in publicly-supported housing and still struggling. Many of the City's renters with the worst-case needs are special needs populations, at risk of homelessness or formerly homeless, persons with disabilities,victims of domestic violence, and residents challenged by mental illnesses and substance abuse. For Sale Market Round Rock's homeownership rate (62 percent) has steadily increased overtime. In 2010,the homeownership rate was 55 percent. Between 2000 and 2017, home values in Round Rock grew even faster than rents,from a$119,600 median home value to$267,500—a 124 percent increase. Slow wage increases and a low for-sale housing supply put additional pressure on homeowners and renters looking to buy. Housing affordability in Round Rock decreased between 2000 and 2017, but homeowners have been able to absorb price increases better than renters. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 55 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) MA-10 Number of Housing Units— 91.210(a)&(b)(2) Introduction This section provides a broad overview of the types of residential units available in Round Rock, including those that target low-income residents.The original data in the tool have been updated with 2017 ACS data. The City of Round Rock has experienced rapid growth in housing since 2000.The number of units rose from 21,658 in 2000 to 41,337 in 2017, a 90.9% increase. With the projected increase in population through 2030, continued rapid growth in the housing stock is likely. The majority of the units in Round Rock are single-family. Over 68%of the units are single-family detached, compared to 71%for Williamson County and 65%for Texas. The City of Round Rock has 38,368 occupied housing units that are primarily owner-occupied, with 62.2%of the units owner-occupied and 37.8% renter-occupied. The homeownership rate has increased in Round Rock since the last five-year consolidated plan. A majority of the owner-occupied units have three or more bedrooms (95.5%), while just over one-third of renter-occupied units have three bedrooms or more (36.8%).These data reflect the nature of Round Rock's housing market: it is predominantly a single-family, owner-occupied housing stock with three bedrooms or more. All residential properties by number of units Property Type Number % 1-unit detached structure 27,994 67.72% 1-unit, attached structure 1,353 3.27% 2-4 units 2,370 5.73% 5-19 units 4,862 11.76% 20 or more units 4,716 11.41% Mobile Home, boat, RV,van, etc 42 0.10% Total 41,337 100.00% Table 27—Residential Properties by Unit Number Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS Unit Size by Tenure Owners Renters Number % Number % No bedroom 0 0.00% 247 1.70% 1 bedroom 0 0.005/o 4,252 29.31% Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 56 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Owners Renters Number % Number 2 bedrooms 1,063 4.46% 4,678 32.24% 3 or more bedrooms 22,797 95.54% 5,331 36.75% Tota/ 23,860 100% 14,508 100% Table 28—Unit Size by Tenure Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS Describe the number and targeting (income level/type of family served) of units assisted with federal, state, and local programs. The Austin Tenants Council's "Guide to Affordable Housing in the Greater Austin Area" provides an overview on affordable housing in the City of Round Rock supported federal, state, and local programs. There is a total of 11 publicly supported housing developments in Round Rock,for a total of nearly 1,000 affordable units at varying AMI levels.Ten of these publicly supported housing developments serve households at 50 percent or below Area Median Income (AMI), 7 developments serve households earning between 50 to 60 percent of AMI, 2 developments serve households earning between 60 to 80 percent of AMI, and 2 developments serve households earning between 80 to 100 percent of AMI (please note that some publicly supported housing developments serve multiple income levels). Two properties specifically serve the elderly and one property serves households with a person with a disability. There is a large range of funding sources and programs that support affordable housing in Round Rock, including Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers (HCV), Low Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC), Project Based Section 8, Public Housing, USDA Rural Development, HUD Section 202, and Affordable Housing Disposition Program (AHDP/AHP). A full table with the affordable housing units assisted with federal, state, and local programs is located in the Unique Appendices. Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from the affordable housing inventory for any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts. According to HUD's Multifamily Assistance and Section 8 Contracts Database, 50 assisted units, in one development, Chisholm Trail Apartments, has a contract that expires during the 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan period.These developments consist of project-based Section 8 properties and assisted housing for the elderly and developmentally disabled. Does the availability of housing units meet the needs of the population? No, it does not. The problem is particularly acute for low-income renters. For rental households making less than $35,000 per year,there is a rental gap of over 1,500 units. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 57 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Increasing housing prices have caused more Round Rock households to be cost burdened or severely cost burdened. Households making 30 percent or less of the Area Median Income (AMI),30 to 50 percent of the AMI,or 50 to 80 percent of the AMI, are disproportionately cost-burdened. About 1,600 Round Rock households, making 30 percent or less of the AMI, are cost-burdened or severely cost-burdened. There are only 330 rental units affordable to these extremely low-income households,yet not all of these units are available to rent because they are currently occupied.Although there may be more homeowner units affordable to these households, most of the homes are not for sale or renters cannot afford the down payment.These households and other low-income households will have a hard time finding sufficient housing that is affordable in Round Rock. It is important to note that this does not include persons who are homeless. Round Rock does not currently participate in any Point-in-Time Count, therefore the number of persons without a permanent place to live in Round Rock is unknown. In the stakeholder survey,the greatest unmet housing needs in Round Rock were homeownership opportunities for low-and moderate-income residents (67%), rental housing for low-income renters (61%), housing for homeless families (50%), housing with a mix of incomes (50%),and emergency shelter for homeless/homeless shelter(39%). When asked about the most important issue concerning the availability of housing,stakeholders identified population growth as the top reason for the lack of housing availability to meet the needs of Round Rock residents. In focus groups,stakeholders strongly agreed that the availability and affordability of housing in general are the most important issues concerning quality housing in Round Rock. Growth concerns from limited housing supply to the movement of persons experiencing homelessness to Round Rock was brought up many times in the focus group. One stakeholder felt that economic development was growing at faster rate in Round Rock than the housing market had capacity for. Describe the need for specific types of housing: In the stakeholder survey,when asked about the most important issue concerning the availability of housing,stakeholders also indicated that the types of housing available do not fit the needs and/or desires of the residents in Round Rock. Stakeholders expressed the need for the following housing types to address the lack of available housing for specific populations: • Homeownership opportunities for low-and moderate-income residents • Rental housing for low-income renters • Housing for homeless families • Housing with a mix of incomes • Emergency shelter for homeless/homeless shelter • Affordable housing for seniors • Housing rehabilitation for low-income homeowners Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 58 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) • Housing for persons with physical disabilities • Housing for persons with substance abuse/chemical addictions • Transitional housing Residents who participated in the senior and elderly focus group expressed the need for more affordable housing options, including renting and/or buying new housing to renovating existing homes to meet their evolving needs.According to these residents,there is an overall lack of affordable housing stock appropriate for seniors and elderly residents in Round Rock. Some participants were looking to downsize and to find housing that fits their evolving physical needs (i.e. a wheelchair ramp or bathroom modification). It is challenging for these residents to find this type of housing in general, let alone at an affordable rate. One resident described her current living situation: "I've lived in my home for 60 years. I love my home. My husband died 20 years ago, and I have lived on my own ever since. My problem though is my bathroom. It is hard for me to use it and I am constantly scared that I am going to hurt myself and there won't be anyone there to help me." Discussion Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 59 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a) Introduction This section contains updated cost of housing data from the 2000 Census, 2015 CHAS, 2017 ACS, and the 2018 Regional Al study. Cost of Housing Base Year: 2000 Most Recent Year: 2017 %Change Median Home Value 119,600 267,500 124% Median Contract Rent 696 1,082 55% Table 29—Cost of Housing Data Source: 2000 Census(Base Year),2016-2017 ACS(Most Recent Year) Rent Paid Number % Less than $500 334 2.43% $500-999 7,105 51.63% $1,000-1,499 4,990 36.26% $1,500-1,999 985 7.16% $2,000 or more 347 2.52% Total 13,761 100% Table 30-Rent Paid Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS Housing Affordability % Units affordable to Households Renter Owner earning 30% HAMFI 330 No Data 50% HAMFI 1,495 589 80% HAMFI 8,418 3,596 100% HAMFI No Data 6,240 Total 10,243 10,425 Table 31—Housing Affordability Data Source: 2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 60 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Monthly Rent Monthly Rent($) Efficiency(no 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom bedroom) Fair Market Rent $860 $1,023 $1,251 $1,679 $2,018 High HOME Rent $860 $1,023 $1,251 $1,481 $1,633 Low HOME Rent $752 $806 $967 $1,118 $1,247 Table 32—Monthly Rent Data Source: HUD 2018 Fair Market Rents and HUD 2018 HOME Investment Partnership Program Rent Limits Is there sufficient housing for households at all income levels? Not for all households. For renter households making less than$35,000 per year,there is a rental gap of nearly 1,600 units. Increasing rents and home prices have caused more Round Rock households to be cost burdened or severely cost burdened. Households making 30 percent or less of the Area Median Income (AMI),30 to 50 percent of the AMI, or 50 to 80 percent of the AMI, are disproportionately cost-burdened. About 1,600 Round Rock households, making 30 percent or less of the AMI, are cost-burdened or severely cost-burdened. There are only 330 rental units affordable to these extremely low-income households,yet not all of these units are available to rent because they are currently occupied. Although there may be more homeowner units affordable to these households, most of the homes are not for sale or renters cannot afford the down payment. These households and other low-income households will have a hard time finding sufficient housing that is affordable in Round Rock. Many low-income renters and persons experiencing and transitioning out of homelessness need affordable housing coupled with supportive services, including mental health services. How is affordability of housing likely to change considering changes to home values and/or rents? Given the projected increase in population over the next five years and beyond,the continued increase in home values is likely to reduce the number of available affordable housing units. On the rental side, an increase in the number of units renting for$1,000 or more per month will keep pressure on the market to meet the demand for higher market-rate units.As a result,there will be little, if any, incentive for the private market to expand the affordable housing market in Round Rock. How do HOME rents/ Fair Market Rent compare to Area Median Rent? How might this impact your strategy to produce or preserve affordable housing? Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 61 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) The median gross rent in Round Rock in 2017 was$1,134—in between the Fair Market Rent and High HOME Rent for 1-bedroom units($1,023) and 2-bedroom units ($1,251).The low HOME rent for 2- bedroom units was much lower the median gross rent at$967. That Round Rock's rent is under the Fair Market Rent means there is some naturally occurring affordable housing in Round Rock based on regional affordability standards. Rising rents in the region overall will put additional pressure on the Round Rock market so it will be important for Round Rock to work to preserve existing affordable housing (both naturally occurring affordable housing and publicly assisted units that may be near the end of their affordable restriction term). Discussion Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 62 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) MA-20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing— 91.210(a) Introduction This section provides an overview of the condition of Round Rock's housing stock. Much of these data are from HUD's 2011-2015 CHAS and the 2017 ACS,which are the most recent data available. Definitions Standard Condition:A dwelling unit which meets HUD Section 8 HQS with no major defects in the structure and only minor maintenance is required. Such a dwelling will have the following characteristics: reliable roofs,sounds foundations, adequate and stable floors,walls, and ceilings, surfaces and woodwork that are not seriously damaged nor have pain deterioration, sound windows and doors, adequate heating, plumbing and electrical systems, adequate insulation and adequate water and sewer systems and are not overcrowded as defined by local code. Substandard condition:A dwelling unit a unit that does not does not meet HUD section 8 HQS which includes lacking the following: complete plumbing, complete kitchen facilities, efficient and environmentally sound sewage removal and water supply, and heating source.Additionally,the dwelling may be overcrowded as defined by local code. Substandard but suitable for rehabilitation: A dwelling unit, at a minimum,does not meet HQS with some of the same features as a "substandard condition" dwelling unit.This unit is likely to have deferred maintenance and may have some structural damage such as a leaking roof,deteriorated interior surfaces, and inadequate insulation.A"substandard but suitable" dwelling unit however, has basic infrastructure(including systems for clean water and adequate waste disposal)that allows for economically and physically feasible improvements and upon completion of rehabilitation meets the definition of a "standard" dwelling unit. Condition of Units Condition of Units Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number With one selected Condition 4,415 18.94% 6,432 45.81% With two selected Conditions 113 0.48% 448 3.19% With three selected Conditions 0 0.00% 0 0.00% With four selected Conditions 0 0.00% 0 0.00% No selected Conditions 18,777 80.57% 7,160 51.00% Total 23,305 100.00% 14,040 100.00% Table 33-Condition of Units Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 63 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Year Unit Built Year Unit Built Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % 2000 or later 11,834 49.60% 6,301 43.43% 1980-1999 9,347 39.17% 6,795 46.84% 1950-1979 2,431 10.19% 1,383 9.53% Before 1950 248 1.04% 29 0.20% Total 23,860 100.00% 14,508 100.00% Table 34—Year Unit Built Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS Risk of Lead-Based Paint Hazard Risk of Lead-Based Paint Hazard Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % Total Number of Units Built Before 1980 2,745 12.65% 1,650 11.89% Housing Units build before 1980 with children present 509 2.35% 404 2.91% Table 35—Risk of Lead-Based Paint Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS(Total Units)2011-2015 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy data(CHAS)provided by HUD(Units with Children present) Vacant Units Suitable for Not Suitable for Total Rehabilitation Rehabilitation Vacant Units 401 Abandoned Vacant Units REO Properties Abandoned REO Properties Table 36-Vacant Units The City of Round Rock does not track vacant units by suitability for rehabilitation.The American Community Survey(ACS) estimates there are 401 vacant units in Round Rock that are not listed for rent, for sale, or for seasonal, recreational,or occasional use. Need for Owner and Rental Rehabilitation Single family housing rehabilitation will continue to be a high priority over the next five years. One goal is to attempt to maximize the impact of the improvements with other CDBG investments in the area, such as neighborhood clean-up.The City of Round Rock unveiled its new Tool Lending Center(TLC) at a downtown neighborhood cleanup in April 2014.The TLC allows residents the opportunity to check out tools and other implements to keep their neighborhoods beautiful and healthy. In the 2018-2019 Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 64 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) program year the City held 5 neighborhood cleanups throughout the City of Round Rock by the Neighborhood Services Division of Planning. The City plans to continue providing the same number of clean ups in the next 5 years. In resident and stakeholder focus groups, housing rehabilitation was identified as a top housing need, particularly for seniors and elderly residents, who require renovations of existing homes to meet their evolving needs. Estimated Number of Housing Units Occupied by Low- or Moderate-Income Families with LBP Hazards As shown in the table above, an estimated 509 owner occupied, and 404 renter occupied housing units in Round Rock were constructed before 1980 and have children under the age of 6 living in them. If these units contain a proportionate share of persons in poverty as the City proportion overall (8%of families with children live in poverty in Round Rock),then 41 owner occupied and 32 renter occupied housing units in Round Rock could be occupied by low-income families with children that could contain lead based paint hazards. Discussion In addition to the topics discussed above,the City of Round Rock evaluated the natural hazard risks to low-and moderate-income residents, including risks expected to increase due to climate change.The evaluation was conducted through consulting with Round Rock's Office of Emergency Management and research through FEMA and Round Rock's department of Utilities and Environmental Services. Currently more than 80 homes and all roadways crossing Lake Creek within the Greater Round Rock West neighborhood, are located within the 100-year floodplain which means they have a 1%annual chance of flooding. In addition, many of these homes and roadways are more vulnerable as they are located within the 10-year floodplain (10%annual chance of flooding).The Greater Round Rock West Neighborhood was identified as the largest damage center within the Upper Brushy Creek Water Control Improvement District(District) watershed study.A damage center represents an area that has multiple homes and roadways at risk of flooding. The City's proposed solution involves constructing two dams, known as Dams 101 and 102, upstream from the at-risk homes and roadways. Both dams are needed to provide the desired flood mitigation to the areas downstream.The City and the District are working together to advance the projects. Both the City and the District have committed funds to the projects however additional funding is still needed before construction can begin. A map of the City's floodplains is included below.When compared to the HUD AFFH low poverty maps, there is no indication of low-to moderate-income individuals being disproportionately impacted by natural hazard risk. Rather,floodplains cross the entire City and has the potential to impact all residents, rather than a specific group. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 65 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Round Rock's Office of Emergency Management provided disaster summaries for the October 2013 flood and the May 2015 flood that affected the City. After the 2013 flood, 3 single family homes had major damage, 7 single family homes had minor damage, and an additional 6 single family homes were affected. No multifamily units or mobile homes were affected. One emergency shelter was opened for households impacted by this flood. After the 2015 flood,7 single family homes had minor damage and 13 single family homes were affected. Only 25 percent of homes damaged were covered by insurance. No multifamily units or mobile homes were affected. Current FEMA- designated Floodplains in Round Rock 7 Source: 4 Williamson County Watershed L£ Flood Studies, https://gis.wilc o.org/maps/?vi ewer=study. `0 1 t s Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 66 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing— 91.210(b) Introduction Round Rock Housing Authority (RRHA) administers the Housing Choice (Section 8)Voucher Program.The City works closely with the Housing Authority regarding public housing issues in Round Rock. Totals Number of Units Program Type Certificate Mod- Public Vouchers Rehab Housing Total Project- Tenant- Special Purpose Voucher based based Veterans Family Disabled Affairs Unification Supportive Program #of units Housing vouchers available 100 94 0 0 0 #of accessible units :1 *includes Non-Elderly Disabled,Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year,and Nursing Home Transition Table 37—Total Number of Units by Program Type Data PIC(PIH Information Center) Source: Describe the supply of public housing developments: As shown in the table above,there are 100 public housing units in Round Rock, operated by RRHA. Describe the number and physical condition of public housing units in the jurisdiction, including those that are participating in an approved Public Housing Agency Plan: Round Rock Housing Authority owns 100 public housing units. Most of the units were built during the mid-60's but have been well maintained over the years. The units currently show normal wear and tear, but overall,they are in good condition considering the number of years they have been in place. HUD Real Estate Assessment Center(REAC)scores for RRHA have consistently been between 85-92 over the past several years. HUD inspects public housing units approximately every two years, depending on the housing authority and the current HUD rating. The purpose of the inspections is to make sure that the properties are being maintained in a decent and safe condition. RRHA works hard to maintain all units in the best condition possible. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 67 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Public Housing Condition Public Housing Development Average Inspection Score All developments 88 Table 38-Public Housing Condition Describe the restoration and revitalization needs of public housing units in the jurisdiction: HUD is encouraging housing authorities to consider redeveloping their properties using a variety of programs/tools. Some of these include HUD's RAD,Section 18 and Section 22 programs. Due to reduced HUD funding,there are limited funds for capital improvements.The Round Rock Housing Authority board plans to look at redevelopment options over the next 2-3 years. However, no immediate plans are currently in place to renovate/redevelop the properties. Describe the public housing agency's strategy for improving the living environment of low- and moderate-income families residing in public housing: To meet RRHA's goal to promote self-sufficiency,the housing authority administers the family self- sufficiency(FSS) program and offers a summer learning enrichment program along with its after-school program during the school year. The housing authority continues to partner with several local agencies, faith-based organizations,the City, and the school district in order to bring resources to residents. A five member board, including a resident board member, oversees the organization.The board is appointed by the Mayor. Each board member serves a two year term. Discussion: Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 68 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services— 91.210(c) Introduction The City of Round Rock is not a recipient of Emergency Shelter Grant Funds. Even so,the City does use CDBG funding to increase access to affordable housing, support public services targeting to people experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness.This section discusses facilities and services related to addressing the needs of people experiencing homelessness in Round Rock. Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households Emergency Shelter Beds Transitional Permanent Supportive Housing Beds Housing Beds Year Round Voucher/ Current& Current& Under Beds Seasonal/ New New Development (Current& Overflow New) Beds Households with Adult(s) and Child(ren) 30 0 0 0 0 Households with Only Adults 0 0 0 0 0 Chronically Homeless Households 0 0 0 0 0 Veterans 0 0 0 0 0 Unaccompanied Youth 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 Table 39-Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households Data Source Texas Homeless Network Comments: The only shelter beds in Round Rock are operated by Hope Alliance, an emergency shelter with 30 facility-based beds whose target population is victims of domestic violence. Round Rock is part of the Texas Balance of State Continuum of Care (BoS Coc). The following maps show Texas BoS CoC emergency shelter,transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing for the region. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 69 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Texas BoS CoC —Location of Brown 0 �r1%^,ti McLennan Emergency �t o Coryell Legend Shelters McCulloch o 0 1 Bell Emergency Shelter San Saba Year Round Beds Burnet L - ' Williamson o 5-29 Travis 0 30-99 Kerr o — ! O 0 -- Bastrop Q 100-299 Comal 0 Hays y O 300-700 Medina Bexar ' ��� o Guadalupe � r 1,332 Continuum of Care VICtOfla l Travis County COC Dimmit 0 "1 Balance of State I -Corpus Christi/ Nueces County COC o San Patricio DewittlLavacal Webb Nueces �_ \fictonaCOC Heart of Texas COC I — ®San Antonio Area COC Population 1t 416-24,999 Hidalgo 25,000-49 999 Cameron 50 000-249.999 .250,000-999,999 ®1,000,000-1,714.773 Copyright O Texas Homeless Network,2011 Texas BoS CoC —Location of McLennan Transitional ` ✓ 0 , \ ^ es_ Housing fLegend Bell Transitional Housing Year Round Beds Travis ° 6-15 Kerr o a Bastrop © 16-67 Comal �� p �f, ® 160-288 Bexar 57 f 930 Continuum of Care Victoria _I Austin/ % y J TravisCountyCOC Balance of State \ Corpus Christi/ -Nueces County COC DewitUtavaca/ Webb Nueces ®Victoria COC Heart of Texas COC -San Antonio Area COC Population �t n 416-24,999 26,000-49.s99 Hidalgo n Cameron C___1 50,000-249 999 ®250,000-999,999 -1.000 000-1,714.773 Copyright®Texas Homeless Network,2011 Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 70 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Texas BoS CoC McLennan —Location of Permanent Legend Supportive Permanent Housing Bell Yeng ar Round Beds 0 42-43 Travis o 71 0 91 `�. 699 ... l� Bexar r 0 923 Continuum of Care victoria L Austin/ Travis CountyCOC Balance of State 1 -Corpus Christi/ Nueces CountyCOC \ > ®OewittrLavacal Victoria COC Nueces Heart of Texas COC San Antonio Area COC Population c _ 1% 416-24 999 ` 25,000-49 999 50,000-249 999 -250.000-999,999 ®1,000.000-1.714.773 Copyright®TexasHomeless Network 2011 Describe mainstream services,such as health, mental health, and employment services to the extent those services are used to complement services targeted to homeless persons Homeless needs are being addressed on a regional basis with coordinated services and shelters provided by agencies located in Round Rock and Austin,Texas. Council on At-Risk Youth (CARY 4Kids) provides individual counseling, mentoring,and coaching to at-risk youth in order to improve aggressive behavior, improve grades and increase school attendance. CARY reports that they assisted 12 students facing homelessness last school year. In addition to counseling CARY refers homeless students to Bluebonnet Trails MHMR and the Salvation Army. CARY is funded with CDBG Public Service funds for the CDBG 2019-2020 program year in the amount of$10,500. List and describe services and facilities that meet the needs of homeless persons, particularly chronically homeless individuals and families,families with children,veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth. If the services and facilities are listed on screen SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure or screen MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services, describe how these facilities and services specifically address the needs of these populations. The following agencies provide temporary shelter,transitional housing and other services: Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 71 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) • The Williamson County Crisis Center(Hope Alliance) offers emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. • STARRY Emergency Shelter serves children who need immediate protection,typically after being removed from their home by court order due to life-threatening abuse or neglect. • Lifeworks provides emergency shelter and transitional housing as well as counseling, education/workforce and youth development to youth and their families. • Round Rock Area Serving Center,currently funded by CDBG public services and general fund dollars, provides emergency shelter,food and clothing vouchers as well as mortgage and utility assistance in an effort to prevent homelessness. • Texas Baptist Children's Home provides a variety of residential and nonresidential services for children and families in need—these include housing for children and single-mother families as well as outreach and prevention services. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 72 OMB Control No:2S06-0117(exp.06/30/2018) MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services—91.210(d) Introduction Including the elderly,frail elderly, persons with disabilities (mental, physical, developmental), persons with alcohol or other drug addictions, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, public housing residents and any other categories the jurisdiction may specify, and describe their supportive housing needs Persons with Disabilities. Supportive services are a critical component of creating opportunity for people with disabilities to live in integrated settings in the community.These services are particularly important for residents transitioning out of institutional care. In typical housing markets, persons with disabilities have difficulty finding housing that accommodates their needs. Regulatory barriers on group living arrangements,transit access, housing accessibility and visitability, and proximity to health services, are just some of the opportunity related issues that people with disabilities face. According to the 2013-2017 ACS, 10,351 residents of Round Rock have a disability and three in 10(32%) Round Rock children with disability live in poverty. In both the survey and regional focus groups, residents with disabilities, especially those reliant on disability income, report being cost burdened and fear their rent being increased more than they can afford to pay.All of the Round Rock renters who participated in the survey want to become homeowners but cannot afford the downpayment. In the past five years, 16 percent of households that include a member with a disability in Round Rock experienced displacement—having to move when they did not want to move—based on responses to the Central Texas Fair Housing Survey. Among all Round Rock households that include a member with a disability of any type, one in five (19%) live in housing that does not meet the accessibility needs of the member with a disability.Among these respondents to the Central Texas Fair Housing Survey,grab bars installed in a bathroom, require wider doorways, and ramp installation within or to the home are the most frequently mentioned accessibility improvements needed. One in five (20%) of Round Rock's households that include a member with a disability report that they"can't afford the housing that has accessibility features needed". Elderly/Frail Elderly. Seniors and the elderly are much more likely to have a disability than non- seniors-42 percent of residents 65 and older have a disability compared to 5 percent of residents under the age of 65. As such,the supportive needs and housing needs of the elderly are often aligned with those of the disability community(discussed above). In addition, seniors typically need supports related to health care including access to health services and home health care options, transportation, and supports related to aging in place such as home modification, home repair, and assistance with maintenance. Persons with HIV/AIDS. National estimates from the National Aids Housing Coalition report that approximately 13 percent of PLWHA are in need of housing assistance and 57% have an annual income below$10,000. Challenges to housing for those with HIV/AIDS include employment/income, rental history, criminal history, and co-occurring circumstances. It is difficult for people with HIV/AIDS to retain Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 73 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) employment due to the effects on their health and the side effects of drug treatment therapies. Many have mental health issues/substance abuse issues as well. The two primary housing resources for PLWHA are Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA)which provides long-term, permanent, stable housing and the Ryan White HIV/AIDS Program which provides emergency housing assistance (hotel/motel vouchers), neither of which the City receives directly. Describe programs for ensuring that persons returning from mental and physical health institutions receive appropriate supportive housing The City of Round Rock and Williamson County are part of the Texas Balance of State Continuum of Care (BoS CoC).The BoS CoC has a transition plan for those returning from mental and physical health institutions. Agencies providing service to persons with special needs, including Bluebonnet Trails, have indicated that the greatest needs for mentally ill persons include affordable rental units and transportation services. Bluebonnet Trails recently completed three new transitional homes for persons with mental health issues. Council on At-Risk Youth (which is funded with 2019 CDBG funds) provides youth services to help the highest-risk students improve their self-esteem and classroom behavior, increase their interest in school and graduation rates, and lower their truancy rates—and ultimately close the pipeline to prison. Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to address the housing and supportive services needs identified in accordance with 91.215(e)with respect to persons who are not homeless but have other special needs. Link to one-year goals. 91.315(e) The City of Round Rock is funding the following activities with CDBG during the next year to address the housing and supportive services needs of people who are not homeless but have other special needs: • CASA of Williamston County is funded with$25,000 of CDBG funds to provide court advocacy for abused or neglected children. • Round Rock Area Serving Center/Housing Assistance Program is funded with$25,000 of 2019 CDBG funds to provide assistance with rent or mortgage payments, including assistance to help elderly residents maintain their independence. • Round Rock Area Serving Center/Food Pantry Program is funded with$25,000 of 2019 CDBG funds to provide food for the very low-income including those at risk of becoming homeless. • Sacred Heart Community Clinic is funded with $12,500 of CDBG funds to provide medical,dental and mental health services for low-income populations, including those with special needs. • Council on At-Risk Youth is funded with $10,500 of CDBG funds to provide provides youth services to help the highest-risk students improve their self-esteem and classroom behavior, increase their interest in school and graduation rates,and lower their truancy rates. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 74 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) • Opportunities for Williamson & Burnett Counties (WebCo) is funded with$5,000 in CDBG funds to prepare lunch meals for seniors at Baca Center and for homebound seniors. • Hope Alliance Crisis Shelter/Safety and Recovery for Family Violence Victims program is funded with $35,000 of general funds to provide services to victims of domestic violence (including shelter). • Senior Access is funded with$31,600 in general funds to provide transportation for seniors. • YMCA of Greater Williamson County is funded with$10,000 in general funds to provide youth services in the form of the Y Afterschool Program. • Texas Baptist Children's Home/Trauma-Informed Therapeutic Services program is funded with $10,000 of general funds to provide services to women and children. • ROCK, Ride on Center for Kids is funded with $5,000 in general funds to provide therapeutic services for individuals with disabilities. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 75 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing— 91.210(e) Negative Effects of Public Policies on Affordable Housing and Residential Investment In 2018 and 2019, consultants prepared a regional report titled "Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing" (AI).This document provided a comprehensive review of the City's administrative and judicial policies.This study's assessment of the location, availability, and accessibility of housing will assist in the future planning to address impediments to fair and affordable housing.The analysis profiled the housing market in Round Rock, addressed housing affordability, physical condition of housing stock, and public housing. Barriers to affordable housing identified through the City's citizen participation process were: • Historical barriers to economic opportunity for Black/African American residents, persons of Hispanic descent, refugees, LEP residents, and families with children living in poverty,which has disproportionately impacted their access to opportunity and services • Lack of accessible transportation, especially for persons with disabilities • Lack of access to employment near affordable housing for low-and moderate-income residents, especially Black/African American residents and residents of Hispanic descent,who have the highest disparities in job proximity access • Lack of housing choice related to land use regulations and limitations on diverse housing types • Strict income requirements and criminal history policies on persons with disabilities,single parents, and persons in recovery(considered by the Federal Fair Housing Act as having a disability) • Lack of fair housing outreach and education Identified policies impacting the development of affordable housing included the following: • State regulations that prohibit or limit certain land use powers of local government • Vagueness in how group homes are treated in local code • Mismatched density relative to housing types in a zone district that would be needed to facilitate affordable housing to meet housing needs Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 76 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets — 91.215 (f) Introduction This section provides an overview of employment,workforce characteristics, and earnings in Round Rock. Round Rock is one of the fastest growing cities in the country. The major employment sector in Round Rock is Education and Health Care Services,which accounts for 22%of all jobs within the City. Professional,Scientific, and Management Services accounts for the second-highest number of jobs with a 18%share of total jobs.These data aren't surprising given that Round Rock is the headquarters for Dell, Inc. and Sears Teleserv,just to name a few major corporations. In addition,there are large health- care related businesses as well within the City limits,which represent major employment centers. Economic Development Market Analysis Business Activity Business by Sector Number of Number of Jobs Share of Share of Jobs Jobs less Workers Workers % workers % 0 0 Agriculture, Mining, Oil&Gas Extraction 184 4,357 0.28% 0.43% 0.15% Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations 6,625 122,506 10.23% 12.17% 1.94% Construction 4,049 63,845 6.25% 6.34% 0.09% Education and Health Care Services 11,119 218,774 17.17% 21.73% 4.57% Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate 4,439 60,643 6.85% 6.02% -0.83%- Information 1,928 29,721 2.98% 2.95% -0.02% Manufacturing 8,455 58,500 13.05% 5.81% -7.24% Other Services 3,287 34,979 5.07% 3.47% -1.60% Professional, Scientific, Management Services 9,475 179,612 14.63% 17.84% 3.21% Public Administration 3,500 53,214 5.40% 5.29% -0.12% Retail Trade 7,834 104,279 12.09% 10.36% -1.74% Transportation and Warehousing 11726 25,364 2.66% 2.52% -0.15% Wholesale Trade 2,153 50,928 3.32% 5.06% 1.73% Total 64,774 1,006,722 100.00% 100.00% Table 40-Business Activity Data 2016-2017 ACS(Workers),U.S.Census Bureau Quarterly Workforce Indicators(QWI),4th Quarter 2017(Jobs) Source: Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 77 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) i Labor Force Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force 67,792 Civilian Employed Population 16 years and over 64,774 Unemployment Rate 4.50% Unemployment Rate for Ages 16-24 6.61% Unemployment Rate for Ages 25-65 4.05% Table 41-Labor Force Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS Occupations by Sector Number of People Management, business and financial 13,879 Farming,fisheries and forestry occupations 329 Service 9,478 Sales and office 16,939 Construction, extraction, maintenance and repair 2,513 Production,transportation and material moving 6,041 Table 42—Occupations by Sector Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS Travel Time Travel Time Number Percentage <30 Minutes 39,084 65.35% 30-59 Minutes 17,561 29.36% 60 or More Minutes 3,165 5.29% Total 59,810 100% Table 43-Travel Time Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS Education: Educational Attainment by Employment Status (Population 16 and Older) Educational Attainment In Labor Force Civilian Employed Unemployed Not in Labor Force Less than high school graduate 2,836 0 1,564 High school graduate (includes equivalency) 8,947 339 3,970 q Y) Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 78 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Educational Attainment In Labor Force Civilian Employed Unemployed Not in Labor Force Some college or Associate's degree 15,359 807 2,517 Bachelor's degree or higher 25,334 1,085 3,304 Table 44-Educational Attainment by Employment Status Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS Educational Attainment by Age Age 18-24 yrs 25-34 yrs 35-44 yrs 45-65 yrs 65+yrs Less than 9th grade 223 801 995 419 768 9th to 12th grade, no diploma 1,929 897 309 979 279 High school graduate, GED, or alternative 5,081 4,040 3,361 5,855 1,995 Some college, no degree 5,227 2,903 3,383 6,396 2,016 Associate's degree 0 1,717 2,037 2,327 541 Bachelor's degree 1,743 4,944 7,638 9,045 2,472 Graduate or professional degree 0 1,649 2,157 4,331 2,019 Table 45-Educational Attainment by Age Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS Educational Attainment-Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Educational Attainment Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Less than high school graduate 32,210 High school graduate (includes equivalency) 31,935 Some college or Associate's degree 41,016 Bachelor's degree 47,410 Graduate or professional degree 84,458 Table 46-Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Data Source: 2016-2017 ACS Based on the Business Activity table above,what are the major employment sectors within your jurisdiction? Round Rock's economy is somewhat diverse,with no one sector dominating the share of workers or jobs. The top 3 industries with the highest proportions of workers and share of jobs in 2017 are those that perform Education and Health Care services, Professional/Scientific/Management services, and Arts/Entertainment/Accommodation related activities (see Business Activity table above). Retail Trade and Construction sectors round out the top 5, in terms of both number of workers and jobs available for the same period of analysis displayed in the Business Activity table. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 79 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community: In stakeholder focus groups, participants expressed the need for more job training programs for Round Rock residents, particularly for low-income households and at-risk youth. One stakeholder felt that the local workforce was not equipped for a changing economy: "Apple is bringing 1,500 job opportunities to Austin. Round Rock's workforce is not prepared for these types of jobs. This is a big concern... missed opportunities for our residents due to lack of training." Another stakeholder discussed the need for more qualified social service providers: "In Williamson County, arrest rates are down, and one contributing factor is a more focused effort with at-risk children, connecting them with counseling services and job force training. Finding top-talent to work with this difficult population is paramount to the future success of these children and positive program outcomes." The Round Rock Chamber of Commerce identifies the following needs related to business infrastructure and workforce development through its "Agenda for Economic Vitality." (Note that the Agenda for Economic Vitality includes a wide array of economic development strategies and the following list is a subset most relevant to CDBG funding initiatives). • Continued support of the Skills Development Fund and Skills for Small Business programs administered by the Texas Workforce Commission in order to support the training needs of a growing and changing workforce. • Support educational opportunities for non-traditional students to acquire the level of basic skills needed to start and operate a business. • Support increased funding for the Small Business Administration to support local business owners who seek access to resources to start and grow their businesses. • Increased funding for mobility and transportation, including public transit, rideshare programs, road maintenance and repair, and a multimodal approach to mobility. Describe any major changes that may have an economic impact, such as planned local or regional public or private sector investments or initiatives that have affected or may affect job and business growth opportunities during the planning period. Describe any needs for workforce development, business support or infrastructure these changes may create. The development of the Downtown Master Plan will impact regional public and private sector investments. The City recently approved a new zoning ordinance which permits mixed-use development in the downtown area. Many of the actions taken by City staff in the downtown area, including rezoning, road construction and utility work, has reflected the plan's vision of creating a downtown core that promotes a walkable environment of mixed-use businesses, public space, and residences. How do the skills and education of the current workforce correspond to employment opportunities in the jurisdiction? Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 80 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Round Rock's economy is somewhat diverse,with no one sector dominating the share of workers or jobs. The top 3 industries with the highest proportions of workers and share of jobs in 2017 are those that perform Education and Health Care services, Professional/Scientific/Management services,and Arts/Entertainment/Accommodation related activities (see Business Activity table above). Retail Trade and Construction sectors round out the top 5, in terms of both number of workers and jobs available for the same period of analysis displayed in the Business Activity table.The largest mismatch in current workforce to employment opportunities in Round Rock is seen in the Manufacturing sector—where there is 7 percent more workers than jobs available. Describe any current workforce training initiatives, including those supported by Workforce Investment Boards, community colleges and other organizations. Describe how these efforts will support the jurisdiction's Consolidated Plan. Round Rock will assist companies locating or expanding in Round Rock in securing state-provided job training assistance.The following programs are available through various entities: • The Skills Development Fund is an innovative program created to assist Texas public community and technical colleges to finance customized job training for their local businesses.The Fund was established by the Legislature in 1995 and is administered by the Texas Workforce Commission (TWC). Grants are provided to help a business, consortium of businesses, or trade union form partnerships with local community colleges and technical schools to provide custom job training. The Skills Development Fund pays for the training,the college administers the grant, and businesses create new jobs and improve the skills of their current workers.Average training costs are$1,420 per trainee. However,the benefit may vary depending on the proposal. Grants for a single business may be limited to$500,000. • The Skills for Small Business Program is an opportunity for small businesses (less than 100 employees)to train new workers or upgrade the skills of incumbent workers.The initiative was implemented by the Texas Workforce Commission in coordination with the Office of the Governor's Small Business Forums to address the training needs of small business in Texas. Small businesses can apply funds to training offered by their local community or technical college, or the Texas Engineering Extension Service.TWC processes the applications and works with the college to fund the specific courses selected by businesses for their employees.The program funds tuition and fees up to$1,450 per newly hired employee and up to$725 per incumbent employee. • The Self-Sufficiency Fund is a job-training program that is specifically designed for individuals that receive Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF). The program links the business community with local educational institutions and is administered by the Texas Workforce Commission. The goal of the Fund is to assist TANF recipients to become independent of government financial assistance.The Fund makes grants available to eligible public colleges or to eligible private, nonprofit organizations to provide customized job training and training support services for specific employers.A joint application from the employer and the eligible Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 81 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) public college and/or eligible private, nonprofit organization is required to be submitted to the Local Workforce Development Board for review and comment prior to approval. • The Literacy Council of Williamson County offers programs that help adults become financially self-sufficient by increasing their literacy skills, earn a GED or a vocational certificate. Some of the vocational certificate programs available are CNA and HVAC. In addition to providing these vocational certificates at no cost to the students,the Literacy Council will provide transportation to classes if needed as well. Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)? If so,what economic development initiatives are you undertaking that may be coordinated with the Consolidated Plan? If not, describe other local/regional plans or initiatives that impact economic growth. The City of Round Rock is not participating in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy at this time.The City of Round Rock does not know of any other local/regional plans or initiatives that would impact economic growth in a large scale way,other than the continued economic growth of the region overall. Discussion Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 82 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion Are there any populations or households in areas or neighborhoods that are more affected by multiple housing problems? Yes. As discussed in the Regional Al and in the Needs Assessment section of this Consolidated Plan, low- income households and residents belonging to a racial/ethnic minority are more affected by housing problems. The Regional Al uses HUD-provided maps and data from the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Tool to evaluate neighborhoods that are more affected by housing problems, concentrated poverty, and access to opportunity, along with an analysis of the populations living in such neighborhoods. (See below for additional details. Are there areas in the Jurisdiction where these populations are concentrated? The Regional Al uses HUD-provided maps and data from the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Tool to evaluate concentrations of housing problems, racial/ethnic concentrations, and areas of concentrated poverty.Those maps indicate, in general,that: • Of all the jurisdictions represented in the Central Texas Regional Al,the City of Round Rockbest represents the resident diversity in race, ethnicity, and national origin. • Round Rock also has relatively low segregation of residents by race, ethnicity, and disability. • Areas in Round Rock with the highest incidence of housing problems (primarily cost burden) are along the 1-35 corridor, in and around downtown Round Rock, and in the southwest corner of the City. What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods? These areas and neighborhoods are generally in the central portion of the City. Many of these areas continue to need community development and neighborhood assistance. These areas are also locations of many job centers and services that are focused on addressing social service needs. Are there any community assets in these areas/neighborhoods? There are many community assets in these areas, including a strong primary business district along Main Street that continues to experience additional revitalization. There are also many churches and organizations that support community members. In addition,there are job centers that provide employment opportunities for residents. Are there other strategic opportunities in any of these areas? As discussed earlier,the City recently approved a new zoning ordinance which permits mixed-use development in the downtown area. Many of the actions taken by City staff in the downtown area, Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 83 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) including rezoning, road construction and utility work, has reflected the plan's vision of creating a downtown core that promotes a walkable environment of mixed-use businesses, public space, and residences. The City is actively building on the strengths and strategic opportunities of the area. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 84 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Strategic Plan SP-05 Overview Strategic Plan Overview Geographic Priorities:The City will focus the majority of funds in the defined LMI areas, particularly the two Qualified Census Tracts that fall within City limits: 205.04 and 207.01 (based on HUD's 2019 QCTs). Priority Needs:Priority needs to be addressed using CDBG funds are Non-housing community development(high priority),Affordable Housing(high priority),Workforce and economic development (low priority), and Fair housing(high priority). Influence of Market Conditions:An inadequate supply of affordable housing, in addition to the high cost of housing in the City for low-income persons (paying more than 30%of household income for housing), is the major housing problem in the area. Anticipated Resources:The City anticipates receiving$3,433,850 in CDBG entitlement funding over the next five years. Institutional Delivery Structure:The City relies on a network of public sector, private sector,and nonprofit organizations to implement the Strategic Plan, particularly to address homelessness and special needs. Goals:The following goals will guide CDBG expenditures in Round Rock for the next five years: • Public Facility and Infrastructure Improvements—this goal includes ADA accessibility improvements as well as the construction/renovation of public facilities serving low-and moderate-income residents and neighborhoods. • Increase access to affordable housing—this goal includes activities that address housing affordability such as home repair/modification, mortgage and rental assistance, as well as development and preservation of affordable housing. • Affirmatively Further Fair Housing Choice—this goal includes activities that support implementation of the Regional Analysis of Impediments and affirmatively further fair housing choice. • Public Services for low-and moderate-income populations—this goal includes activities that support public services directed to low-and moderate-income residents. • Public Service for special needs populations—this goal includes activities that support public services directed to elderly, people with disabilities,youth,veterans and other special needs populations. • Neighborhood Improvements—this goal includes activities that provide services and improvements in low-and moderate-income neighborhoods. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 85 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) • Administration—this goal includes administrative activities associated with Round Rock's CDBG program. Public Housing:The City will continue to support the efforts of the housing authority to supply affordable housing to area residents. Barriers to Affordable Housing:An Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI)was conducted in 2018 and 2019 and identified barriers to affordable housing, including historical barriers to economic opportunities for protected classes, lack of accessible transportation, lack of access to employment near affordable housing, lack of housing choice, restrictive income requirements and criminal history policies for rentals,and lack of fair housing outreach and education.The City will use the recommendations from the Al as a tool for policy decisions. Homelessness Strategy:The City works closely with Williamson-Burnet County Opportunities, Inc. (WBCO)and Hope Alliance to address housing and services for homeless individuals and families, including veterans,those with special needs,the disabled, HIV/AIDS, and victims of domestic violence. Lead-based Paint Hazards:In 2015, HUD estimated that as many as 509 owner housing units and 404 rental housing units with children present built before 1980 may contain lead-based paint.This is the most recent data available for the estimate. Anti-Poverty Strategy:The City's efforts to address poverty are based on partnerships with other organizations that are involved in working to address the underlying causes of poverty.The City will continue to leverage its existing CDBG allocations with other resources, including local, state, and federal, in addition to private funds,to address the issue of poverty. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 86 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-10 Geographic Priorities — 91.215 (a)(1) Geographic Area Table 47-Geographic Priority Areas General Allocation Priorities The City will focus the majority of funds in the defined LMI areas, particularly the two Qualified Census Tracts that fall within City limits: 205.04 and 207.01 (based on HUD's 2019 QCTs). Describe the basis for allocating investments geographically within the jurisdiction (or within the EMSA for HOPWA) The City bases the geographic allocation of investments based upon community need and the distribution of low and moderate-income persons in each eligible community. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 87 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2) Priority Needs Table 48—Priority Needs Summary Priority Need Priorit Name y Level Associated Goals Description Relative basis for priority 1 Non-housing High Public Facility and Infrastructure The City of Round Rock will The City of Round Rock has identified non-housing community Improvements; Public Services support non-housing community development to be an ongoing need within the development for low-and moderate-income community development, community. During the development of the Consolidated populations; Public Service for including public facility Plan needs assessment section and interviews with social special needs populations; improvements,public service providers,it was found that a range of non-housing Neighborhood Improvements; improvements and community development was needed,including public Administration infrastructure,and public services to assist low-and moderate-income residents and services. residents with special needs. 2 Affordable High Increase access to affordable The City of Round Rock will The City of Round Rock continues to place a high priority on Housing housing;Affirmatively Further support affordable housing the development and maintenance of affordable housing in Fair Housing Choice; efforts,including rent and/or the community.This need was identified during the Administration mortgage assistance to development of the housing market analysis and in qualified residents. discussions with residents and stakeholders. 3 Workforce Low Public Facility and Infrastructure The City of Round Rock will The City of Round Rock desires to increase economic mobility and Improvements; Public Services support workforce and of residents and to ensure a jobs/skills match within the City. economic for low-and moderate-income economic development Workforce development and education was identified as a development populations; Public Services for needs as necessary. need through stakeholder engagement,though stakeholders special needs populations; gave this need a lower priority than non-housing community Neighborhood Improvements; development and affordable housing. Administration 4 Fair housing High Affirmatively Further Fair The City of Round Rock will This priority was identified as part of the Regional Analysis of Housing Choice;Administration support fair housing efforts, Impediments to Fair Housing Choice with a focus on education. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK gg OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Narrative (Optional) Priority needs were included based on the results of identified needs and public input, particularly the stakeholder survey and focus groups.Additional needs were identified through community meetings and consultation with City agencies. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK gg OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions — 91.215 (b) Influence of Market Conditions Affordable Market Characteristics that will influence Housing Type the use of funds available for housing type Tenant Based The City of Round Rock does not anticipate using funds for TBRA. The relatively Rental Assistance high cost of administering a TBRA program combined with the limited (TBRA) resources received by the City of Round Rock are the primary market factors impacting this decision. In addition,there are a number of regional housing authorities that do provide rental assistance in Round Rock. TBRA for Non- The City of Round Rock does not anticipate using funds for TBRA.The relatively Homeless Special high cost of administering a TBRA program combined with the limited Needs resources received by the City of Round Rock are the primary market factors impacting this decision. In addition,there are a number of regional housing authorities that do provide rental assistance in Round Rock. New Unit The City of Round Rock does not anticipate using funds for new unit Production production. Market realities of the high cost of new unit production preclude this from being an efficient use of resources given Round Rock's CDBG allocation. Rehabilitation Home rehabilitation is identified as a need in Round Rock—both to improve the condition of housing and to make accessibility improvements.The market cost of the home rehab program in Round Rock averages$25,000 per unit and allows the City to assist approximately 8 homes per year. Acquisition, The City of Round Rock does not anticipate using funds for new unit including production. Market realities of the high cost of acquisition preclude this from preservation being an efficient use of resources given Round Rock's CDBG allocation. Table 49–Influence of Market Conditions Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 90 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction Anticipated Resources Program Source of Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Narrative Funds Annual Program I Prior Year Total: Available Remainder Description Allocation: Income: Resources: $ of ConPlan CDBG public- federal Admin and Planning CDBG funds will be $686,770 0 0 686 770 used to address Housing � $ $2,747,080 public Improvements housing and non- housing needs. Public Services Table 50-Anticipated Resources Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied In an effort to leverage funds,the City has combined the CDBG and General Funds to assist the social service funding process. By combining these two processes,the City can make sure to fund agencies providing high priority need with General Funds that could not be funded with CDBG funds due to the 15%funding cap. This also eliminates the duplication of services. The process of funding social services agencies is as follows:A team, consisting of Council members, City finance staff and CDBG staff, review agency applications using set criteria and performance measurement. Funding recommendations are presented to the City Council through the budget process.Awarded agencies are contracted to deliver the specific services to residents of Round Rock. If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan Currently there is no publicly owned land that is anticipated to be used to address the needs identified in this plan. Discussion Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 91 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure — 91.215(k) Explain the institutional structure through which the jurisdiction will carry out its consolidated plan including private industry, nonprofit organizations, and public institutions. Responsible Entity Responsible Entity Role Geographic Area Type Served ROUND ROCK PHA Public Housing Jurisdiction HOUSING AUTHORITY WILLIAMSON COUNTY Public institution Non-homeless special Region HEALTH DISTRICT needs public services Table 51-Institutional Delivery Structure Assess of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System The City of Round Rock works closely with a wide range of local and regional nonprofit (and private) organizations to address the housing and community development needs of the City. This delivery system requires coordination and participation in a range of community forums and discussions, ranging from the Neighborhood Association meetings to the organizations that provide social services for a range of citizens,from youths to senior citizens. The City has used the Strategic Planning process in addition to the City of Round Rock Downtown Master Plan to guide funding decisions and project priorities. Gaps in the system include the level of need for additional funding for affordable housing and the strain on the delivery system to provide services to a growing population. Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and mainstream services Homelessness Prevention Available in the Targeted to Targeted to People Services Community Homeless with HIV Homelessness Prevention Services Counseling/Advocacy X X Legal Assistance X Mortgage Assistance X Rental Assistance X Utilities Assistance X Street Outreach Services Law Enforcement Mobile Clinics Other Street Outreach Services X Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 92 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Supportive Services Alcohol& Drug Abuse X X Child Care X X Education X X Employment and Employment X Training Healthcare X X HIV/AIDS Life Skills X Mental Health Counseling X X Transportation X Other Other Table 52-Homeless Prevention Services Summary Describe how the service delivery system including, but not limited to, the services listed above meet the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families,families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) The City of Round Rock and Williamson County are part of the Texas Balance of State Continuum of Care (BoS CoC). The BoS CoC is part of the Texas Homeless Network(THN), a nonprofit membership-based organization helping Texas communities to prevent and end homelessness.THN is a 501(c)(3) organization that is partially funded through Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs and Texas Department of State Health Services. The following agencies provide temporary shelter,transitional housing and other services: • The Williamson County Crisis Center(Hope Alliance) offers emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. • STARRY Emergency Shelter serves children who need immediate protection,typically after being removed from their home by court order due to life-threatening abuse or neglect. • Lifeworks provides emergency shelter and transitional housing as well as counseling, education/workforce and youth development to youth and their families. • Round Rock Area Serving Center, currently funded by CDBG public services and general fund dollars, provides emergency shelter, food and clothing vouchers as well as mortgage and utility assistance in an effort to prevent homelessness. • Texas Baptist Children's Home provides a variety of residential and nonresidential services for children and families in need—these include housing for children and single-mother families as well as outreach and prevention services. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 93 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Describe the strengths and gaps of the service delivery system for special needs population and persons experiencing homelessness, including, but not limited to,the services listed a bove The City of Round Rock works closely with a wide range of local and regional nonprofit (and private) organizations to provide services to special needs populations and persons experiencing homelessness. Strengths of the delivery system include collaboration among the local nonprofit community. City of Round Rock actively consults with a variety of nonprofits, social service providers, neighborhoods and citizens, and other governmental agencies. CDBG staff attend the monthly Williamson County Nonprofit Networking meetings the first Tuesday of every month at the Alan R. Baca Senior Center. Local nonprofits come together to network and also to promote meetings, public hearings and events.A variety of nonprofits attend the monthly networking meetings including nonprofits that provide housing, mental health, health,transportation, affordable childcare and other services to low-income, disabled and elderly residents of Round Rock. One of the gaps in the delivery system is that there are no agencies receiving Continuum of Care(COC) grant funding in Round Rock or Williamson County. City of Round Rock CDBG staff has reached out to the Texas Homeless Network(THN)to stay informed on the homeless population issues and efforts to end homelessness in Central Texas.As per the Texas Homeless Network,they have not had participation in the Texas Balance of State CoC(TX BoS CoC) from homeless service providers in Williamson County for some time and there is not currently an active Local Homeless Coalition (LHC)in the area that usually would lead the homeless point-in-time counts and community efforts to end homelessness. Provide a summary of the strategy for overcoming gaps in the institutional structure and service delivery system for carrying out a strategy to address priority needs The City of Round Rock CDBG staff has consulted with the Texas Homeless Network/TX BoS CoC and discussed the next steps to actively participate in the effort to end homelessness in Williamson County. Round Rock CDBG staff has started work on the following to help address the challenges related to homelessness service delivery: • Reach out to Williamson County CDBG staff and partner with them in this effort • Reach out to nonprofit agencies that provide services to homeless person in Williamson County and encourage them to participate in coming together to discuss the homeless issues in the area. • Held a meeting(5/17/19)that includes the homeless providers in Williamson County and a presentation by the Texas Homeless Network(THN) on the steps and process to plan a "Point-in- Time" count,to discuss in forming a Local Homeless Coalition in Williamson County,as well as provide information on the COC grant. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 94 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-45 Goals Summary—91.215(a)(4) Goals Summary Information Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Addressed Funding I Goal Outcome Indicator Order Year Year Area 1 Public Facility and 2019 2024 Non-Housing i Non-housing CDBG: Public Facility or Infrastructure Infrastructure Community Community $1,016,038 Activities other than Low- Improvements Development ! Development /Moderate-Income Housing Benefit: 11,750 Households Assisted 2 Increase Access to 2019 2024 Affordable Affordable Housing CDBG: Homeowner Housing Affordable Housing Housing $1,000,000 Rehabilitated: 40 Housing Units 3 Affirmatively Further 2019 2024 Affordable Affordable Housing CDBG: Education of public housing Fair Housing Choice Housing Non-housing included in authorities, property Community Admin funds managers, and real estate Development professionals. 4 Public Services for 2019 2024 Non-Housing Non-housing CDBG: Public service activities other Low-and Moderate- Community Community $312,500 than Low-/Moderate-Income Income Populations Development Development Housing Benefit: public services 4,500Persons Assisted Low-/Moderate-Housing Benefit: 2,000 households 5 Public Service for 2019 2024 Non-Housing Non-housing CDBG: Public service activities other Special Needs Community Community $202,500 than Low-/Moderate-Income Populations Development Development Housing Benefit: public services 2,075 Persons Assisted Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 95 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator Order Year Year Area 6 Neighborhood 2019 2024 Non-Housing Non-housing CDBG: Public Facility or Infrastructure Improvements Community Community $216,038 Activities and/or Public service Development Development activities other than Low- /Moderate-Income Housing Benefit: 1,000 Persons Assisted 7 Program 2019 2024 Administration Non-housing CDBG: Oversight and Management of Administration Community $686,770 the CDBG program and Fair Development Housing Education and Outreach Goal Descriptions 1 Goal Name Public Facility and Infrastructure Improvements Goal This goal includes ADA accessibility improvements as well as the construction/renovation of public facilities serving low- Description and moderate-income residents and neighborhoods. 2 Goal Name Increase Access to Affordable Housing Goal This goal includes activities that address housing affordability such as home repair/modification, mortgage and rental Description assistance, as well as development and preservation of affordable housing. 3 Goal Name Affirmatively Further Fair Housing Choice Goal This goal includes activities that support implementation of the Regional Analysis of Impediments and affirmatively Description further fair housing choice. 4 Goal Name Public Services for Low-and Moderate-Income Populations Goal This goal includes activities that support public services directed to low-and moderate-income residents. Description Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 96 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) S Goal Name Public Service for Special Needs Populations Goal This goal includes activities that support public services directed to elderly, people with disabilities,youth,veterans and Description other special needs populations. 6 Goal Name Neighborhood Improvements Goal This goal includes activities that provide services and improvements in low-and moderate-income neighborhoods. Description 7 Goal Name Program Administration Goal This goal includes administrative activities associated with Round Rock's CDBG program. Description Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income families to whom the jurisdiction will provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.315(b)(2) The City of Round Rock does not receive HOME funds. However,the City does use CDBG funds to increase access to affordable housing for residents through the Area Serving Center,which provides housing and emergency shelter needs and helps families avoid eviction and homelessness.The City also funds minor home rehab for residents.These programs are estimated to assist 2,050 households over the five-year planning period. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 97 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement— 91.215(c) Need to Increase the Number of Accessible Units (if Required by a Section 504 Voluntary Compliance Agreement) No current need has been identified to increase the number of accessible units. Activities to Increase Resident Involvements A five member board, including a resident board member, oversees the organization.The board is appointed by the Mayor. Each board member serves a two year term. To meet RRHA's goal to promote self-sufficiency,the housing authority administers the family self- sufficiency(FSS) program and offers a summer learning enrichment program along with its after-school program during the school year. The housing authority continues to partner with several local agencies, faith-based organizations,the City, and the school district in order to bring resources to residents. Round Rock Housing Authority is continuously seeking ways to provide programs for the seniors living at Cushing Center. Cushing Center is occupied primarily by seniors and disabled persons. Luncheons are held quarterly and RRHA is in the process of setting up bible study classes. RRHA is also looking at ways to partner with other nonprofit organizations,who might be able to provide services.This includes such things as Meals on Wheels and health education programs. Socialization is very important for the residents at Cushing, as many live alone. Is the public housing agency designated as troubled under 24 CFR part 902? At this time the public housing agency is not designated as troubled. Plan to remove the 'troubled'designation N/A Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 98 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-55 Barriers to affordable housing— 91.215(h) Barriers to Affordable Housing In 2018 and 2019, consultants prepared a regional report titled "Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing" (AI).This document provided a comprehensive review of the City's administrative and judicial policies.This study's assessment of the location, availability, and accessibility of housing will assist in the future planning to address impediments to fair and affordable housing.The analysis profiled the housing market in Round Rock,addressed housing affordability, physical condition of housing stock, and public housing. Barriers to affordable housing identified through the City's citizen participation process were: • Historical barriers to economic opportunity for Black/African American residents, persons of Hispanic descent, refugees, residents with LEP, and families with children living in poverty, which has disproportionately impacted their access to opportunity and services • Lack of accessible transportation,especially for persons with disabilities • Lack of access to employment near affordable housing for low-and moderate-income residents, especially Black/African American residents and residents of Hispanic descent,who have the highest disparities in job proximity access • Lack of housing choice related to land use regulations and limitations on diverse housing types • Strict income requirements and criminal history policies on persons with disabilities,single parents, and persons in recovery(considered by the Federal Fair Housing Act as having a disability) • Lack of fair housing outreach and education Identified policies impacting the development of affordable housing included the following: • State regulations that prohibit or limit certain land use powers of local government • Vagueness in how group homes are treated in local code • Mismatched density relative to housing types in a zone district that would be needed to facilitate affordable housing to meet housing needs Strategy to Remove or Ameliorate the Barriers to Affordable Housing The strategy to address barriers to affordable housing includes: • Continue to fund projects that increase access to affordable housing(e.g., Home rehab program and Round Rock Area Serving Center's Housing Assistance Program) • City of Round Rock CDBG staff will participate in the Central Texas Regional Fair Housing Working Group; • City of Round Rock CDBG Staff will promote and direct residents to TDHCA's downpayment assistance program; • City of Round Rock CDBG Staff will participate and work with the Central Texas Regional Fair Housing Group to work with foundations and private partners to create the multifamily rehabilitation and accessibility improvement program;and Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 99 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) City of Round Rock CDBG staff will participate on the affirmative marketing program and guiding principles for developers of rental housing along with the Central Texas Regional Fair Housing Group. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 100 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-60 Homelessness Strategy— 91.215(d) Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs The City of Round Rock will continue to partner with local agencies providing direct assistance to people experiencing homelessness to assess individual needs.The City works closely with organizations such as the Williamson County Crisis Center, Starry Emergency Shelter, Lifeworks, Round Rock Area Serving Center, and Texas Baptist Children's Home to understand local issues related to homelessness. In addition, the City of Round Rock staff has started networking and forming a relationship with the Texas Homeless Network staff to stay informed of what is happening in the TX BoS CoC regarding homelessness as well as encouraging homeless providers in Williamson County to join the effort to end homelessness. Addressing the emergency and transitional housing needs of homeless persons The following agencies provide temporary shelter,transitional housing and other services: • The Williamson County Crisis Center(Hope Alliance) offers emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. • STARRY Emergency Shelter serves children who need immediate protection,typically after being removed from their home by court order due to life-threatening abuse or neglect. • Lifeworks provides emergency shelter and transitional housing as well as counseling, education/workforce and youth development to youth and their families. • Round Rock Area Serving Center, currently funded by CDBG public services and general fund dollars, provides emergency shelter, food and clothing vouchers as well as mortgage and utility assistance in an effort to prevent homelessness. • Texas Baptist Children's Home provides a variety of residential and nonresidential services for children and families in need—these include housing for children and single-mother families as well as outreach and prevention services. Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families,families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness,facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again. The organizations described above help with immediate housing needs and also facilitate transition to permanent housing by the services they provide. In addition,the City of Round Rock and Williamson Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 101 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) County are part of the Texas Balance of State Continuum of Care (BoS CoC).The BoS CoC is part of the Texas Homeless Network(THN), a nonprofit membership-based organization helping Texas communities to prevent and end homelessness.THN provides training and technical assistance around the State of Texas helping service providers and communities better serve the homeless population with the end goal of preventing and ending homelessness. The City also supports a number of housing efforts and public services with CDBG and general fund dollars to help address the needs of low-and moderate-income households, including those currently experiencing homelessness and those at risk of homelessness. Help low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families who are likely to become homeless after being discharged from a publicly funded institution or system of care, or who are receiving assistance from public and private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education or youth needs The City of Round Rock partners with local nonprofits and organizations to improve access to affordable housing and to provide services that help prevent homelessness. Housing activities that help prevent homelessness include helping the elderly maintain independence and helping families avoid eviction— these activities are accomplished through the City's partnership with (and funding of) Round Rock Area Serving Center's Housing Assistance program. Other public services funded through both CDBG and general fund resources also help prevent homelessness by helping to offset other household costs and needs including access to affordable health care,food pantry and meal access,support for victims of family violence,transportation, childcare, and self-sufficiency education. Round Rock is part of the BoS CoC,which has a transition plan for those returning from mental and physical health institutions who may be at risk of homelessness. Bluebonnet Trails, a local nonprofit that serves people with disabilities, recently completed three new transitional homes for persons with mental health issues,which may also help residents transitional out of institutional care. Funding for the proposed project would enable Council on At-Risk Youth (CARY)to serve 100 of the highest-risk students to help them improve their self-esteem and classroom behavior, increase their interest in school and graduation rates, and lower their truancy rates—and ultimately, close the pipeline to prison. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 102 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-65 Lead based paint Hazards — 91.215(i) Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards The Home Repair Program has procedures in place to comply with the Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 (Title X) and subsequent changes in September 1999.These procedures include notification, identification, and treatment (if necessary). Most of the housing developments in Round Rock occurred after the use of the lead based paint was banned. How are the actions listed above related to the extent of lead poisoning and hazards? Please see above. How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures? Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 103 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy— 91.215(j) Jurisdiction Goals, Programs and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty-Level Families The City of Round Rock works with local service providers to pursue resources and innovative partnerships to support the development of affordable housing, homelessness prevention and emergency food and shelter.Additionally,the City administers programs that aim to mitigate poverty and the problems associated with it, including the Round Rock Area Serving Center Food Pantry Program and the Round Rock Area Serving Center-Housing Assistance. These programs assist families and individuals to fight poverty and remain in their homes. In addition, the first Tuesday of every month the Round Rock Volunteer Center holds a monthly networking meeting at the Alan R. Baca Senior Center. Representatives from nonprofit and social service agencies come together to discuss community needs. Every month a guest speaker talks about what their agency/organization is doing to address and reduce the number of persons living below poverty level. Ideas are exchanged and clients are referred to agencies that can help with their individual needs. Some of the agencies that attend these monthly meetings are: • Surrounding Public Housing Authorities • Literacy Council of Williamson County • Hope Alliance • American Red Cross • Texas Workforce Commission • Community Foundation • Bluebonnet Trails MHMR • WBCO • Lifesteps • RRISD • United Way • ARCIL(Advocacy Resource Center for Independent Living) How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this affordable housing plan This plan is coordinated with the City's overall anti-poverty strategy in that it provides specific goals and allocations to projects directly engaged in supporting low-and moderate-income households through housing assistance, public services, and facility/infrastructure improvements. In keeping with the City's strategy discussed above,this plan relies on partnerships and close communication with local nonprofits to understand the needs of low-income residents and to provide resources to address those needs. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 104 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) SP-80 Monitoring—91.230 Describe the standards and procedures that the jurisdiction will use to monitor activities carried out in furtherance of the plan and will use to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements The City of Round Rock has developed a monitoring system that includes monitoring policies, procedures and standards to ensure that all activities carried out with CDBG funds are done so in a timely manner in accordance with federal monitoring requirements, and all other applicable laws, regulations, policies and sound management and accounting practices including all the requirements of 24 CFR 570.502, 2 CFR 200.238, 2 CFR 200.331 (d) and any other applicable federal requirements. Subrecipients are monitored to ensure that they have implemented and administered their CDBG funded activities according to applicable Federal Requirements. Particular attention is paid to compliance with eligible and national objective requirements. Other areas emphasized are the financial management systems, internal controls, procurement practices and compliance with civil rights requirements. When applicable,subrecipients are required to submit copies of paid receipts,timesheets, income documentation, client data and self-certification forms with their monthly requests for reimbursement. This information is used to determine the number of unduplicated beneficiaries. Monthly reports were submitted by each subrecipient so staff could monitor the progress of each activity, provide technical assistance or consultation when needed to ensure that all objectives are met. Subrecipients are monitored on-site yearly. On-site monitoring will consist of a 5-step process: 1. Notification letter 2. Entrance conference 3. Documentation, Data Acquisition and Analysis 4. Exit Conference 5. Follow-up monitoring letter and report The on-site monitoring will evaluate program administration and regulatory compliance to include the following: • Conformance to the Subrecipient Agreement • Record Keeping Systems • Financial Management Systems • Insurance • Procurement Procedures • Equipment Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 105 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) • Non-discrimination and Actions to Further Fair Housing In the CDBG 2017-2018 program year the Round Rock Area Serving Center Food Pantry& Housing Assistance Program, CASA Child Advocacy Program and the Round Rock Housing Authority NOC Programs were monitored.The monitoring reviews revealed that their systems and procedures in the areas monitored were satisfactory. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 106 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Expected Resources AP-15 Expected Resources —91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction Anticipated Resources Progra Source Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative m of Annual Prog Prior Total: Amount Descriptio Funds Allocation ram Year $ Available n $ Inco Resou Remainder me: rces: of ConPlan CDBG public Admin and CDBG Planning funds will federa Housing be used I Public to address Improvements $686,770 0 0 $686,770 $2,747,080 housing Public Services and non- housing needs. Table 53-Expected Resources—Priority Table Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied In an effort to leverage funds,the City has combined the CDBG and General Funds to assist the social service funding process. By combining these two processes,the City can make sure to fund agencies providing high priority need with General Funds that could not be funded with CDBG funds due to the 15%funding cap. This also eliminates the duplication of services. The process of funding social services agencies is as follows:A team, consisting of Council members, City finance staff and CDBG staff, review agency applications using set criteria and performance measurement. Funding recommendations are presented to the City Council through the budget process.Awarded agencies are contracted to deliver the specific services to residents of Round Rock. If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan Currently there is no publicly owned land that is anticipated to be used to address the needs identified in this plan. Discussion Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 107 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Annual Goals and Objectives AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives Goals Summary Information Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator Order Year Year Area 1 Public Facility and 2019 2020 Non-Housing Non-housing CDBG: $246,416 Public Facility or Infrastructure Community Community Infrastructure Activities Improvements Development Development other than Low- /Moderate-Income Housing Benefit: 700 Households Assisted 2 Increase Access to 2019 2020 Affordable Affordable Housing CDBG: $200,000 Homeowner Housing Affordable Housing Housing Rehabilitated: 8 Housing Units 3 Affirmatively Further 2019 2020 Affordable Affordable Housing Funding embedded Education of public Fair Housing Choice Housing Non-housing in Administration housing authorities, Community Cost(Goal 7) property managers, and Development real estate professionals. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 108 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator Order Year Year Area 4 Public Services for 2019 2020 Public Services Non-housing CDBG:$62,500 Public service activities Low-and Moderate- Community other than Low- Income Populations Development /Moderate-Income public services Housing Benefit: 900 Persons Assisted Low-/Moderate-Housing Benefit:400 households 5 Public Service for 2019 2020 Public Services Non-housing CDBG:$40,500 Public service activities Special Needs Community other than Low- Populations Development /Moderate-Income public services Housing Benefit: 415 Persons Assisted 6 Neighborhood 2019 2020 Non-Housing Non-housing CDBG:$0 N/A Improvements Community Community Development Development 7 Program 2019 2020 Administration Non-housing CDBG: $137,354 Oversight and Administration Community Management of the Development CDBG program and Fair Housing Education and Outreach Goal Descriptions 1 Goal Name Public Facility and Infrastructure Improvements Goal This goal includes ADA accessibility improvements as well as the construction/renovation of public facilities serving low- Description and moderate-income residents and neighborhoods. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 109 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 2 Goal Name Increase access to Affordable Housing Goal This goal includes activities that address housing affordability such as home repair/modification, mortgage and rental Description assistance, as well as development and preservation of affordable housing. 3 Goal Name Affirmatively Further Fair Housing Choice Goal This goal includes activities that support implementation of the Regional Analysis of Impediments and affirmatively Description further fair housing choice. 4 Goal Name Public Services for Low-and Moderate-Income Populations Goal This goal includes activities that support public services directed to low-and moderate-income residents. Description 5 Goal Name Public Service for Special Needs Populations Goal This goal includes activities that support public services directed to elderly, people with disabilities,youth,veterans and Description other special needs populations. 6 Goal Name Neighborhood Improvements Goal This goal includes activities that provide services and improvements in low-and moderate-income neighborhoods. Description 7 Goal Name Program Administration Goal This goal includes administrative activities associated with Round Rock's CDBG program. Description Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 110 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Projects AP-35 Projects —91.220(d) Introduction The City of Round Rock is receiving$686,770 in CDBG 2019 Program Year funds. Funds will be used for public services, program administration, minor home repair and public facility and improvements. Projects estimated completion date is September 30, 2020. Projects # Project Name 1 Public Services 2 Public Facilities 3 Minor Home Rehabilitation 4 Program Administration Table 54-Project Information Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs Allocation priorities were based upon the Needs Assessment undertaken as part of the planning process and demand for projects and services in the past.The primary obstacle to addressing underserved needs is the limited resources available to address such needs throughout the City.The Social Services fund of 15% is also oversubscribed at far beyond what is available.The City encourages CDBG applicants to seek other resources from other public and private entities to leverage the limited amount of CDBG funds available. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 111 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) AP-38 Project Summary Project Summary Information 1 Project Name Public Services Target Area Citywide Goals Supported Increase Access to Affordable Housing Public Services for low-and moderate-income populations Public Service for special needs populations Needs Addressed Non-housing Community Development Affordable Housing Workforce and economic development Funding CDBG: $103,000 Description CDBG Program Year 2019 Public Services activities.Activities include RRASC Food Pantry, RRASC Housing Assistance, CASA Child Advocacy Program, CARY at-Risk Youth, and Sacred Heart Community Clinic and Meals on Wheels of Williamson and Burnett Counties.All activities will service low-income residents citywide. Target Date 9/30/2020 Estimate the number and These CDBG 2019 Public Service activities are estimated to assist 1,265 low-to moderate- type of families that will income individuals and another 1,200 low-to moderate-income households. benefit from the proposed activities Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 112 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Location Description The public service will be available to all low-income residents at the following locations: CASA: Citywide Round Rock Area Serving Center/Food Pantry: 1099 East Main Street Round Rock Area Serving Center/Housing Assistance: 1099 East Main Street CARY4Kids/At-Risk Youth Services: 931 Luther Peterson Place Sacred Heart Community Clinic/Health Services: 620 Round Rock West Drive Meals on Wheels: Citywide Planned Activities Funds will be used for the following public services: • The Round Rock Area Serving Center will use the$25,000 in CDBG 2019 funds to stock their Food Pantry and distribute food to the low-income residents of Round Rock. • The Round Rock Area Serving Center will use the$25,000 in CDBG 2019 funds for the Housing Assistance Program which assists low-income residents with rent or mortgage payments. • The CASA Child Advocacy Program will use the$25,000.00 in CDBG 2019 funds to pay for the partial salary of the Volunteer Recruiter and Trainer Coordinator. • The CARY4Kids Program (Council on At-Risk Youth)will use the$10,500 in CDBG 2019 funds to pay for the partial salary for a counselor that will provide services to the low-income youth. • The Sacred Heart Community Clinic will use the$12,500.00 in CDBG 2019 funds to pay for partial salary for a health professional salary to provide health services to the low-income residents. • The Meals on Wheels activity will use$5,000 in CDBG 2019 funds to pay for partial staff salary that prepares lunch meals for seniors at Baca Center and for homebound seniors. 2 Project Name Public Facilities Target Area Goals Supported Public Facility and Infrastructure Improvements Neighborhood Improvements Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 113 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Needs Addressed Non-housing Community Development Funding $246,416 Description Funding will be used for Park Improvements(Matrix Code 03F) at Frontier Park Target Date 9/30/2020 Estimate the number and The Frontier Park Project will benefit 700 low-income households. type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description Frontier Park 1804 Frontier Trail Planned Activities The Frontier Trail Park Improvement project consists of replacing the existing playground with newer, safer, and more inclusive equipment, resurfacing the tennis courts, some ADA corrections, new trash cans, replacement of aging benches, resurfacing the basketball court, new basketball hoops, and adding shade over the basketball court if budget permits. In the case that one or more of the projects have delays, can't be started for whatever reason,or is completed and has a balance of funds that were allocated towards it,the City will consider park improvements to Greenhill park as an alternate. 3 Project Name Minor Home Rehabilitation Target Area Citywide Goals Supported Increase Access to Affordable Housing Neighborhood Improvements Needs Addressed Affordable Housing Funding $200,000 Description CDBG funds will be used for minor home repair to low-to moderate-income households. Target Date 9/30/2020 Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 114 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Estimate the number and This City of Round Rock Minor Home Repair Program will benefit up to 8 low-income households.This type of families that will project is available to homeowners citywide. Preference will be given to elderly and disabled residents. benefit from the proposed activities Location Description This City of Round Rock Minor Home Repair Program will be available to residents Citywide within the City limits of Round Rock. Planned Activities Funding will be used for minor home repair to 8 low-to moderate-income households. Minor repairs to include some or all of the following: siding, roof,windows, doors, ramps, electrical, plumbing,fences, insulation, painting, mechanical and garage doors. In the case that one or more of the projects have delays, can't be started for whatever reason,or is completed and has a balance of funds that were allocated towards it,the City will consider minor home repairs (not to exceed$25,000 per household) as an alternate. 4 Project Name Program Administration Target Area Citywide Goals Supported Program Administration Affirmatively Further Fair Housing Choice Needs Addressed Non-housing Community Development Affordable Housing Workforce and economic development Fair housing Funding $137,354 Description Funds will be used for the management and administrative oversight of the CDBG program. IDIS Matrix Code 21A.This includes administration of fair housing workshops as well. Target Date F9/30/2020 Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 115 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Estimate the number and Low-to moderate-income households and persons will benefit from the CDBG projects and activities. type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description 221 East Main Street Round Rock,TX 78664 Planned Activities Administration of CDBG program and fair housing workshops.There is no goal outcome indicator. The table above outlines planned projects and activities for the 2019 program year. If any of the planned projects either have a balance at end of completion or don't come to fruition, those funds can be used for an existing project or can be used for the addition of more minor home repairs depending on the amount available. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 116 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) AP-50 Geographic Distribution —91.220(f) Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement(including areas of low-income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed The City will focus the majority of location-specific funds (i.e., infrastructure projects) in the defined LMI areas, particularly the two Qualified Census Tracts that fall within City limits: 205.04 and 207.01 (based on HUD's 2019 QCTs). Public service allocations serve low-and moderate-income populations across the City(but are not place-based allocations). The City of Round Rock is an "exception grantee"which means that qualifying Census Tracts within Round Rock can use a lower threshold to qualify for the use of CDBG funds. Most communities use a 51 percent standard (meaning a Census tract is qualified as low-to moderate-income if 51%of residents are in that income category). In Round Rock 47.7 percent of residents must be low-to moderate-income to meet HUD's standards as a qualifying Census tract. The following are the LMI block groups within the City of Round Rock: Percentage of Low Low to Moderate to Moderate Census Tract Block Group Income persons Income Persons 205.04 2 1185 70% 205.04 3 3480 75% 206.02 2 570 72% 207.01 1 615 75% 207.01 2 1085 71% 207.03 3 350 56% 207.04 1 1360 66% 207.04 2 1355 61% 207.04 3 1420 77% 207.07 2 1465 65% 215.02 1 2645 61% 215.02 2 1335 87% 215.03 1 1090 62% 215.05 3 1520 59% 215.07 1 2015 58% 215.07 3 1765 48% 215.08 21 1120 53% Geographic Distribution Target Area Percentage of Funds Table 55-Geographic Distribution Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 117 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically The City of Round Rock did not use geographic target areas as a basis for funding allocation priorities. The City will focus the majority of location-specific funds (i.e., infrastructure projects) in the defined LMI areas, particularly the two Qualified Census Tracts that fall within City limits:205.04 and 207.01 (based on HUD's 2019 QCTs). Public service allocations serve low-and moderate-income populations across the City(but are not place-based allocations). Discussion Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 118 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Affordable Housing AP-55 Affordable Housing— 91.220(g) Introduction The City of Round Rock is funding the Minor Home Repair Program with $200,000 of CDBG Program Year 2019 funds.The City is proposing to make minor home improvements to 8 low-to moderate-income households.The City is also funding the Round rock Area Serving Center Housing Assistance program which provides housing and emergency shelter needs, help elderly maintain independence, help families avoid eviction and homelessness.That project is funded with $25,000 of CDBG and expects to assist 250 households. One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless 0 Non-Homeless 250 Special-Needs 0 Total 250 Table 56-One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance 0 The Production of New Units 0 Rehab of Existing Units g Acquisition of Existing Units 0 Total g Table 57-One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type Discussion Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 119 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) AP-60 Public Housing— 91.220(h) Introduction The Round Rock Housing Authority was established in 1966,with the first development built in 1972. Today,the Round Rock Housing Authority owns 100 units and administers 94 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers.Approximately 200 persons are assisted through these programs.The City of Round Rock will act as a resource for the Round Rock Housing Authority to assist the public housing authority with capacity building as well as programming that is associated with CDBG funds. The RRHA is a five-member board, including a resident board member, and oversees the Round Rock Housing Authority.The board is appointed by the City of Round Rock Mayor. The City is invested in ensuring that selections made are in the best interest of the Round Rock Housing Authority. Each board member appointed by CORR Mayor possess management qualities that will ensure that best business practices are deployed. Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing To address and improve the needs of public housing and resident initiatives,the Round Rock Housing Authority(RRHA)will continue to provide youth services at the Westwood location.The Boys to Men group, headed by Robert Hall, is a program which focuses on developing strong character skills for young children and youth. It is housed at the Westwood apartments owned by RRHA. Many of the young people who participate in the program do not have strong role models at home or come from blended families and single parent households.The young people in Boys to Men benefit from having someone they can confide in and interact with on a regular basis. Some of the activities include team sports,day trips to parks and lessons on the importance of being good citizens. Boys to Men relies primarily on donations and volunteers. Another program that the RRHA provides its residents to meet their needs for self-sufficiency is the Family Self Sufficiency Program (FSS).This program provides affordable housing expertise, homeownership grant resources and programming initiatives to promote self-sufficiency for the program participants.The FSS program serves families in the Housing Choice Voucher(HCV) program the Public Housing Programs. Past and present participants have completed the following goals: • Obtained and maintained employment • Ability to pursue higher education • Ability to maintain first time businesses with supportive mentorship and education The unique value of the FSS Program is that clients can receive supportive case management to reach their individual goals towards self-sufficiency. In addition to this,the RRHA continues to partner with several local agencies,faith-based organizations, the City of Round Rock and the school district in order to bring resources to the residents of the housing Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 120 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) authority. Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership Currently there are no public housing homeownership initiatives in place either under the public housing program or the Section 8 program.The City of Round Rock plans to encourage Affordable Housing Roundtables that are conducted by the RRHA and include affordable housing builders, housing counseling nonprofits and banking institutions. If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance Currently the Round Rock Housing Authority is not designated as a troubled housing authority by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Public and Indian Housing Department. Discussion The Round Rock Housing Authority receives an annual Capital Fund Grant from The U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD).The Round Rock Housing Authority is using these grant funds for the following Administrative and Operations expenses: • Staff Salaries, Fringe Benefits,Travel and Training • Office Supplies • Postage • Memberships • Maintenance Expenses • Utilities &Telephone • Insurance • Accounting Fees • Legal Expenses Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 121 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities — 91.220(i) Introduction The City of Round Rock and Williamson County are part of the Texas Balance of State Continuum of Care (BoS CoC).The BoS CoC is part of the Texas Homeless Network(THN), a nonprofit membership-based organization helping Texas communities to prevent and end homelessness.THN is a 501(c)(3) organization that is partially funded through Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs and Texas Department of State Health Services. Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness including: Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs The City of Round Rock will continue to partner with local agencies providing direct assistance to people experiencing homelessness to assess individual needs. The City works closely with organizations such as the Williamson County Crisis Center, Starry Emergency Shelter, Lifeworks, Round Rock Area Serving Center, and Texas Baptist Children's Home to understand local issues related to homelessness. (Williamson County Crisis Center, Round Rock Area Serving Center and Texas Baptist Children's Home are being funded in the 2019 Program Year with either CDBG or general funds). In addition,the City of Round Rock staff has started networking and forming a relationship with the Texas Homeless Network staff to stay informed of what is happening in the TX BoS CoC regarding homelessness as well as encouraging homeless providers in Williamson County to join the effort to end homelessness. Round Rock CDBG staff has started work on the following: • Reach out to Williamson County CDBG staff and partner with them in this effort • Reach out to nonprofit agencies that provide services to homeless person in Williamson County and encourage them to participate in coming together to discuss the homeless issues in the area. • Held a meeting (5/17/19)that includes the homeless providers in Williamson County and a presentation by the Texas Homeless Network(THN) on the steps and process to plan a "Point-in- Time" count,to discuss in forming a Local Homeless Coalition in Williamson County, as well as provide information on the COC grant. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons The following agencies provide temporary shelter,transitional housing and other services and are being funded with 2019 CDBG or general fund dollars: Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 122 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) • The Williamson County Crisis Center(Hope Alliance) offers emergency shelter for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault. • Round Rock Area Serving Center provides emergency shelter,food and clothing vouchers as well as mortgage and utility assistance in an effort to address/prevent homelessness. • Texas Baptist Children's Home provides a variety of residential and nonresidential services for children and families in need—these include housing for children and single-mother families as well as outreach and prevention services. Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families,families with children,veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness,facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again The organizations described above help with immediate housing needs and also facilitate transition to permanent housing by the services they provide. 2019 CDBG and general fund allocations dedicated to those programs in 2019 will facilitate immediate shelter and transition assistance to homeless individuals and families. In addition,the City of Round Rock and Williamson County are part of the Texas Balance of State Continuum of Care (BoS CoC).The BoS CoC is part of the Texas Homeless Network(THN), a nonprofit membership-based organization helping Texas communities to prevent and end homelessness. THN provides training and technical assistance around the State of Texas helping service providers and communities better serve the homeless population with the end goal of preventing and ending homelessness. The City also supports several housing efforts and public services with CDBG and general fund dollars to help address the needs of low-and moderate-income households, including those currently experiencing homelessness and those at risk of homelessness. Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); or, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs. The City of Round Rock partners with local nonprofits and organizations to improve access to affordable housing and to provide services that help prevent homelessness. Housing activities that help prevent homelessness include helping the elderly maintain independence and helping families avoid eviction— Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 123 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) these activities are accomplished through the City's partnership with (and funding of) Round Rock Area Serving Center's Housing Assistance program. Other public services funded through both 2019 CDBG and general fund resources also help prevent homelessness by helping to offset other household costs and needs including access to affordable health care,food pantry and meal access,support for victims of family violence,transportation,childcare, and self-sufficiency education. Round Rock is part of the BoS CoC,which has a transition plan for those returning from mental and physical health institutions who may be at risk of homelessness. Bluebonnet Trails, a local nonprofit that serves people with disabilities, recently completed three new transitional homes for persons with mental health issues,which may also help residents transitional out of institutional care. Council on At- Risk Youth (which is funded with 2019 CDBG funds) provides youth services to help the highest-risk students improve their self-esteem and classroom behavior, increase their interest in school and graduation rates, and lower their truancy rates. Discussion Though Round Rock has a very small visible homeless population,the loss of a job, an increase in rent, an eviction or a domestic violence shelter situation can easily lead to homelessness for many low- income individuals and families. Round Rock will continue to fund high priority activities that are concentrated on homeless prevention and non-homeless special needs. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 124 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing— 91.220(j) Introduction: Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls,tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes,fees and charges,growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment Actions planned to address barriers to affordable housing includes: • City of Round Rock will fund Round Rock Area Serving Center's Housing Assistance Program with program year 2019 CDBG funds, which provides housing and emergency shelter needs, helps elderly maintain independence, and helps families avoid eviction and homelessness. • The City of Round Rock will fund with program year 2019 CDBG funds minor home rehabilitation for up to 8 homes in Round Rock. • City of Round Rock CDBG Staff will promote and direct residents to TDHCA's downpayment assistance program; • City of Round Rock CDBG Staff will participate and work with the Central Texas Regional Fair Housing Group to work with foundations and private partners to create the multifamily rehabilitation and accessibility improvement program; and • City of Round Rock CDBG staff will participate on the affirmative marketing program and guiding principles for developers of rental housing along with the Central Texas Regional Fair Housing Group. Discussion: Please see above. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 125 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) AP-85 Other Actions—91.220(k) Introduction Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs Despite efforts,there remain a number of significant obstacles to meeting underserved needs.The following obstacles to meeting these needs in Round Rock are: population growth; high cost of housing; cut backs in state and federal funding for basic needs and the need for transportation to existing services and childcare exceed available resources to meet these needs.To address the population growth and the high cost of housing,the Round Rock Area Serving Center provides rent/mortgage,food pantry and utility assistance.The City funded the RRASC for these programs with CDBG program year 19 funds totaling$50,000.00.The City also funded the Sacred Heart Community Clinic with $12,500 in CDBG funds for program year 19.Sacred Heart Community Clinic provides dental services, acute care, chronic care and provides medications as well to the very low-income uninsured residents. The following programs also help address the cutbacks in state and federal funding and the need for childcare and transportation to existing services: Senior Access provides door to door transportation to seniors to doctors' appointments, pharmacies, grocery stores,to pay bills,and to social service agencies for services. Senior Access is being funded in 2019 with City General Fund Social Services Funds in the amount of$31,600. Foundation Community provides free tax preparation to low-to moderate-income families. Foundation Communities Tax Preparation Program is being funded in 2019 with City General Fund Social Service Funds in the amount of$15,000. In order to meet transportation demand,the City developed a fix route bus service that was designed and focused on access to employment services to meet the needs of the low-income and minority populations to jobs, education and employment.This service offers ADA paratransit services as well for anyone with a disability that prevents them from being able to ride any fixed route vehicle,disembark from any fixed route vehicle or travel independently all or some of the time on any fixed route vehicle. Council has also passed an ordinance that allows Round Rock Transit to sell discount bus passes to nonprofit and government agencies for the purpose of distributing the passes to low-income persons and families that meet the participation requirements. The City also provides residents with the Guide to Affordable Housing in the Greater Austin Area that is provide by the Austin Tenant's Council.This guide is a tool for people seeking affordable rental housing in the Austin area that includes Round Rock.The guide contains general information on housing programs funded on the local, county, state and federal levels, as well as specific information about apartment complexes participating in these programs. It contains lists and explanations of rental Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 126 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) housing with rent restrictions, income-based rents and tenant income limits. The City's General Fund provides funding of$31,600 to Drive a Senior, a volunteer-based transportation program for older adults and additional funds ($35,000)to Hope Alliance, an organization that meets short housing needs for survivors of domestic violence. The City's General Fund also provides $10,000 in funding for the Texas Baptist Children's Home for an interventional specialist to help residents in a holistic approach. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing The City of Round Rock will continue to support the following programs in program year 19 that support affordable housing.These include: • The housing assistance program through the Round Rock Area Serving Center to assist residents with rent or mortgage at up to$100 a household; and • The minor home repair program for low-income homeowners in Round Rock. Round Rock Area Serving Center Housing Assistance Program will be funded with CDBG 2019 funds in the amount of$25,000 and the Minor Home Repair Program will be funded with 2019 CDBG funds in the amount of$200,000. Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards The majority of residential housing development in Round Rock occurred after the use of lead-based paint was banned; however, some areas of the community may have some homes with lead-based paint. With the implementation of the Minor Home Repair Program,the program policy and procedures manual addresses compliance with the Residential Lead Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 (Title X) and subsequent changes in September 1999.The procedures include: 1. Notification 2. Identification 3. Treatment(if necessary) The City of Round Rock will continue to fund the Minor Home Repair Program with 2019 CDBG funds. Applicants who are eligible for the Minor Home Repair program are provided LBP information at the time of intake and will be made aware of possible dangers of LBP Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families During the 2019 CDBG program year the City of Round Rock will take the following actions to reduce the Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 127 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) number of poverty level families: • The City will continue to fund the Minor Home Repair Program with 2019 CDBG funds to provide minor home repair for the low and very low-income residents in Round Rock.This program proposes to assist an estimated total of 8 households with repairs to include fence, plumbing, electrical, weatherization,and ADA improvements. • Round Rock Area Serving Center will continue to be funded with CDBG program year 2019 funds to provide rent and mortgage assistance and access to their food pantry.These programs collectively propose to assist 1,200 households. • Sacred Heart Community Clinic will be funded with 2019 CDBG funds to assist poverty level families with health and dental care and medications at no cost to them.This program proposes to assist 100 households. • The Meals on Wheels of Williamson and Burnet Counties program will be funded with 2019 CDBG funds to prepare lunch meals for seniors at Baca Center and for homebound seniors. • The Foundation Communities Free Tax Preparation Program will continue to be funded with 2019 General Fund Social Service Funds that will provide poverty level families free tax preparation.This program proposes to assist 1200 households. • The City will continue to fund the YMCA After-School Scholarship Program with 2019 General Fund Social Service Funds that will assist very low-income working families with no cost after school care.This program proposes to assist 7,000 residents. • The Literacy Council will continue to be funded in 2019 with City of Round Rock General Fund Social Service Grant that will provide self-sufficiency education (ESL, Basic Literacy, and GED tutoring). This program proposes to assist 275 individuals. Actions planned to develop institutional structure In order to bridge the gap,the City relies on a network of public sector, private sector, and nonprofit organizations to implement the Strategic Plan, particularly to address homelessness and special needs. The City Council evaluates their Strategic Plan and Annual Budget from a citywide perspective. During these discussions' resources are provided to fund programs not specifically covered by CDBG but will provide more funds toward homelessness and special needs programs. The City continues to actively consult with a variety of nonprofits,social service providers, neighborhoods and citizens, and other governmental agencies. CDBG staff attend the monthly Williamson County Nonprofit Networking meetings the first Tuesday of every month at the Alan R. Baca Senior Center. Local nonprofits come together to network and also to promote meetings, public hearings and events.A variety of nonprofits attend the monthly networking meetings including nonprofits that provide housing, mental health, health,transportation, affordable childcare and other services to low-income, disabled and elderly residents of Round Rock. CDBG staff attends the Round Rock Housing Authority(RRHA) monthly board meetings as well as meets Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 128 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) regularly with the RRHA staff. In order to address gaps in institutional structure around homelessness, Round Rock CDBG staff has consulted with the Texas Homeless Network/TX BoS CoC and discussed the next steps to actively participate in the effort to end homelessness in Williamson County. In an effort to meet these goals, Round Rock CDBG staff has started work on the following: • Reach out to Williamson County CDBG staff and partner with them in this effort • Reach out to nonprofit agencies that provide services to homeless person in Williamson County and encourage them to participate in coming together to discuss the homeless issues in the area. • Held a meeting(5/17/19)that includes the homeless providers in Williamson County and a presentation by the Texas Homeless Network(THN) on the steps and process to plan a "Point-in- Time" count,to discuss in forming a Local Homeless Coalition in Williamson County, as well as provide information on the COC grant. Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies In an effort to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies,the City of Round Rock will continue to fund the Round Rock Area Serving Center/Volunteer Center with $35,000 in 2019 General Fund Social Service funds that will help pay for the Volunteer Center Coordinator salary.The Volunteer Coordinator not only supplies volunteers and manages volunteers' opportunities but also continues to coordinate and host the Williamson County Monthly Networking Meetings.These meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at the Alan R. Baca Senior Center. At this monthly networking meeting, nonprofit and social service agencies come together to network, promote events and listen to guest speakers. Up to 30 agencies attend the monthly meetings and have access the groups list sery and be able to share information on the upcoming events, public hearing and fundraisers. Collaboration and coordination between agencies is important to ensure that the needs in the community are being addressed. As noted above,the City CDBG staff also attend the monthly Williamson County Nonprofit Networking meetings the first Tuesday of every month at the Alan R. Baca Senior Center and attends the Round Rock Housing Authority(RRHA) monthly board meetings as well as meets regularly with the RRHA staff. Discussion: The City of Round Rock, Office of Community Development is responsible for the administration of the City's programs funded with CDBG funds.This office has the primary responsibility for managing and implementing the City's affordable housing and infrastructure program,the Consolidated and Annual Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 129 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Plans and related documents. The City of Round Rock has developed a monitoring system to ensure that the activities carried out in the Plan are done so in a timely manner in accordance with the federal monitoring requirements of[24 CFR 570.501 (v)] and [24 CFR 85.40] and all other applicable laws, regulations, policies and sound management and accounting practices. Sub-recipients are monitored to ensure that they have implemented and administered their CDBG funded activities according to applicable federal requirements. Particular attention is paid to compliance with management systems, procurement practices and compliance with civil rights requirements. When applicable,sub-recipients are required to submit copies of paid receipts,timesheets, income documentation, client data and self-certification forms with their monthly requests.This information is used to determine the number of unduplicated beneficiaries. Monthly reports are submitted by each sub-recipient enabling staff to monitor the progress of each activity, provide technical assistance or consultation when needed and to ensure that all objectives are met. The City of Round Rock conducts monitoring of sub-recipients every program year during the summer. Particular attention is paid to compliance with eligibility and national objective requirements.The HUD monitoring checklist is used during these on-site monitoring visits.The monitoring visits are conducted by the CDBG Program Coordinator. Technical assistance is provided for sub-recipients at the beginning of the program year and anytime during the program year upon request. Throughout the year,staff conducts mini desk reviews of all sub-recipients.Sub-recipients are required to submit monthly progress reports and reimbursement requests by the 15th of every month.This allows the City to monitor the sub-recipient's progress and spending on a monthly basis. The City of Round Rock Office of Community Development maintains an open door policy for all agencies and frequent unofficial visits are made at participating agencies throughout the year. Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 130 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Program Specific Requirements AP-90 Program Specific Requirements — 91.220(1)(1,2,4) Introduction: Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1) Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table.The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out. 1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0 2.The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0 3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0 4.The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan 0 5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 0 Total Program Income: 0 Other CDBG Requirements 1. The amount of urgent need activities 0 2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit persons of low-and moderate-income. Overall Benefit-A consecutive period of one,two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low-and moderate-income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 100.00% Consolidated Plan ROUND ROCK 131 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) APPENDIX A. CONSOLIDATED PLAN: PUBLIC AND STAKEHOLDER CONSULTATION APPENDIX A. Consolidated Plan: Public and Stakeholder Consultation Public consultation for the development of the City of Round Rock 2019-2023 Five-year Consolidated Plan included a community meeting, a stakeholder survey, staff interviews, resident and stakeholder focus groups, and a public hearing during the 30-day public comment period. In addition, the Consolidated Plan incorporates extensive community engagement gathered through the 2018/2019 Regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. This section summarizes the results of the engagement efforts conducted specifically for the Consolidated Plan. Findings from all community engagement efforts are also incorporated throughout the Market Analysis and Needs Assessment sections of the Con Plan and were considered in the development of the Strategic Plan and Action Plan. Input from community Meeting and Public Hearings A region-wide community meeting was held at Round Rock's Baca Center on March 9, 2019. For the consolidated plan, residents who attended the meeting were provided a map of the city and asked "I wish this was..."or"I wish I could...". The top answers from residents during this meeting were: 1. Affordable senior housing(citywide) 2. New Sidewalks/ADA improvements (citywide) 3. Better Lighting in neighborhoods 4. Minor home repair 5. More Public Services The first public hearing occurred on March 14, 2019 in front of Round Rock City Council. This public hearing provided residents and stakeholders with an introduction to the Consolidated Planning process and preliminary results. Public comments were also accepted during this hearing. Public comments received during the first public hearing included general support for the CDBG program and appreciation for past accomplishments. There was also a request to support housing for people recovering from substance addiction through the Oxford Housing organization. ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 1 Residents also provided the following comments by email after the hearing. One resident commented on how they would prioritize CDBG-funded projects: • Housing repairs. Rehabilitate housing beyond what Habitat for Humanity can do to include older and blighted homes that are not insured. • Sidewalks. Continue to infill sidewalks, especially along pedestrian-unfriendly roads like Mays and Hwy 79. • Public improvements for safety. Sidewalks and streetlights are natural allies and improve everyone's safety. • Public facility improvements.The shade structure and lights for the Veterans Park basketball court are helpful improvements. Continue to add features like shade structures and lighting to other playgrounds. • Expand public Wi-Fi. Starting with the neighborhoods served by Bluebonnet Elementary, Robertson Elementary, Berkman Elementary, and Voigt Elementary. According to RRISD data, these four schools consistently serve the most economically disadvantage families and those are the people least likely to be able to afford commercial internet service. Another resident commented on behalf of a local nonprofit, SAIVA, and the need for inclusion.They emphasized the need for inclusion of diverse populations for the successful longevity of the community. This resident identified the most important needs in Round - Rock as access to transportation, more resources and services for seniors and the elderly, alternative housing models like intergenerational living, and more funding for nonprofits that provide these types of services. The second public hearing will be held during the public comment period on June 27 in front of Round Rock City Council. Additional public comments to be added after the public comment period. Findings from Resident Engagement This section presents the findings from the resident focus group with public housing residents and a pop-up engagement with seniors that were conducted for the Consolidated Plan. These findings were used in the development of five-year goals, priorities and projects; were measured against the proposed PY2019 Action Plan; and will be considered in future action plans. Community development needs. During the resident engagement, participants were asked to explain their current community development needs. ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 2 For seniors and elderly.residents, overwhelmingly there was a need for more community centers like the Baca Center. They felt that the community center was a vital component to their quality of life. It is important to these residents to feel connected to people and the community center provides that plus group activities. One resident described her experience: "l can't say enough about how much l en,joy and rely on the Baca Center lget here e very day at 9 a.m. and leave around 4 p.m. l look forward to socializing with my friends and attending many of the classes." There is also a need for better access to public transportation. As these residents age,they need reliable transportation to access important services like the community center, doctor appointments, and grocery stores. Elderly residents also identified a need for facility improvements, such as adding an awning between the Baca bus stop and the entrance to Baca to block any inclement weather, such as harsh sun and rain. In the focus group with residents who live in publicly supported housing, inadequate access to reliable public transportation was also identified as an unmet community development need in Round Rock. For those who do not own a car, access to public transportation is a large barrier. Inconsistent bus schedules are believed to be the main reason why those without cars sometimes opt to walk to work rather than ride the bus. Housing needs. During the resident engagement, participants were asked to explain their current housing needs. For seniors and elderly residents, overwhelmingly there was a need for affordable housing options, either rentals, new for sale homes, or renovations to existing homes, that meets their evolving needs. Overall, there is a lack of affordable housing stock for seniors and elderly residents: ■ Many senior citizens are living with their children or other family members as they cannot afford to live in Round Rock on their own. ■ Retired residents are looking to downsize and find housing that fits their evolving physical needs (e.g. a ramp or bathroom modifications). It is challenging for residents to find this type of housing in general, let alone at an affordable rate. ■ Retirement facilities with extended services are unaffordable. ■ It is a long, arduous process to apply for available affordable housing, adding additional barriers for this population. One resident described her experience with housing: "I've lived in myhome for 60years. l love my home, My husband died 20years ago, and/have lived on my own ever since. My problem though is my bathroom. It is hard for me to use it and l am constantly scared that l am going to hurt myself and there won't be anyone there to help me," ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 3 Residents from the publicly supported housing focus group had different housing needs than the seniors and elderly residents. Many of these participants felt that the barriers to obtaining affordable housing were the long waitlists and lack of affordable housing stock. Residents also expressed a desire for more housing services, such as community-based events, amenities and activities for seniors, and better access to healthcare. One resident described this need: "Residents are always looking for opportunities to get togetherand connect with each other, Sometimes it's easy to stay in your house and notget outside and socialize. More opportunities to socialize with one another, such as a picnic or community garden, would be such a wonderful addition to our community," Findings from Stakeholder Focus Groups and Survey This section presents the findings from the focus groups and survey that were conducted for the Consolidated Plan. These findings were used in the development of five-year goals, priorities and projects;were measured against the proposed PY2019 Action Plan; and will be considered in future action plans. Industry/organization and demographics of respondents Stakeholder Focus Groups.Two stakeholder focus group were held on March 13, 2019. The first focus group was held with city staff and included representatives from the following departments: Fire, Code Enforcement, Community Development, Planning, Parks and Recreation, Police, and Utilities.The second focus group was held with nonprofit leaders serving the following populations and/or organizations: ■ Health insurance and access ■ Elderly ■ Prenatal and women's health ■ Asian Americans ■ Habitat for Humanity ■ Prison rights ■ Youth substance abuse ■ Foster care ■ Domestic violence ■ Mental illness Stakeholder Survey. Forty-six stakeholders, representing a wide range of industries and clients, responded to the online survey between February and May 2019. Figure A-1 presents the types of industries and organizations represented by stakeholder respondents. The greatest proportions of respondents provide services to low income residents and persons with disabilities. Respondents represent the public, private, and nonprofit sectors. ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 4 Figure A-1. Type of Industry/Organization Represented by Stakeholder Respondents Services for low income residents 31% Human services 29% Services foryouth 22% Government(local,state,federal) 18% Services forseniors .,, 18% Ed ucation 16% Food pantry/provision 11% Homeless services 11% Services for persons with disabilities 11% Services forpersons with drug/al,cohol addictions 11% Advocacy and/or legal services 9% Business owner/manager 9% Faith based organization 9% Services for persons with HIV/AIDS 9% Services for refugees and/or immigrants 9% Services forveterans 7% English as a Second Language/language access services 4% Fair housing 4% Property management 4% Criminaljustice 2% Homeownership counseling or services 2% Internet access/services 2% Own rental property 2% Multifamily development 2% Regional planning 2% Residential sales 2% Transit provider 2% Note: n=45.Numbers add to greater than 100 percent due to multiple responses. Source: Round Rock Consolidated Plan Stakeholder Survey 2019. Community development needs. The first section of the survey asked stakeholders about their perception of community development needs. This portion of the survey focused on issues related to public services and economic development needs in ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 5 the community. Housing/homelessness needs and needs related to institutional capacity are discussed later in this section. The greatest public service and economic development needs in Round Rock identified in the survey and in stakeholder focus groups are related to transportation, health care, support services, help for non-profits, and youth activities. Greatest unmet community development needs in Round Rock. Figure A-2 shows stakeholder perspectives on the greatest unmet community development needs in the city.The top five responses across all categories were: ■ Access to reliable and affordable public transportation for all Round Rock neighborhoods(90%); ■ Mental health services(35%); ■ Support services for low income residents(35%); ■ Help for nonprofits—identifying loan/grant opportunities(30%); and ■ Youth activities(30%). The most common unmet needs related to small business and nonprofit capacity were assistance identifying loan/grant opportunities and business skills development. Identified needs related to public facilities and infrastructure were sidewalks and flood plain or other environmental hazard mitigation. Of those who indicated that support services for low income residents is an unmet need, respondents most frequently specified transportation as the support service needed. One stakeholder noted a need for",bus routes that connectpeople to communityservices such as WIC, health dept., food pantries, and other resources north of 79." ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 6 Figure A-2. Greatest unmet community development needs in Round Rock Access to reliable and affordable public transportation Sidewalks Flood plain or other environmental hazard mitigation N w Senior center/senior services N Parks and community centers m 13 Neighborhood cleanups U LL U Parks in certain neighborhoods CL Accessibility(ADA)improvements to public buildings Accessibility(ADA)improvements to community amenities(e.g.,parks,trails) Mental health services 35% Support services for low income residents ,5c� op 4) Youth activities 70:x, N Q 0 0 Affordable child care y , Job training programs .Q'E �. 3 p a c W Food pantries 15 0 Infrastructure for high speed/broadband Internet access 1u , Access to Internet for low income residents c Help for non-profits—Id'entifyingloan/grant opportunities �® 30% Z'i7 c Help forsmall/start-up businesses—business skills M m development(e.g.,accounting,software training) 10% N M Help for small/start-up businesses—business plan Ui CL M v development,entrepreneurship training 5% M; Help for small/start-up businesses—Market 0 E research and competitive intelligence 5io Note: n=20.Numbers add to greater than 100 percent due to multiple responses. Source: Round Rock Consolidated Plan Stakeholder Survey 2019. Figure A-3 shows how stakeholders rank the perceived greatest unmet needs by urgency of the needs. Urgent needs align,for the most part, with the greatest unmet needs, as shown in Figure A-3. ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 7 Figure A-3, V Till Most urgent unmet community Access toefficient and reliable pubU � public development needs for all Round Rock neighborhoods in Rx»«xmd Pock Support services for|ovv income residents Note: Mental health services n=1 9. �4 Youth activities Source: Round Rock Consolidated Plan Help for non-profits in identifying han/grant s�xehomersumev2o1y. Ill ' ~ -�� opportunities Stakeholders indicated that these urgent community development needs are most prevalent in low-income and immigrant communities. Specific neighborhoods and areas that were most frequently identified include old Round Rock downtown, 35 East to AW Grimes, and older neighborhoods onthe outskirts ofthe city. In focus groups, stakeholders highlighted the lack of quality and reliable transportation, language barriers, lack of education and understanding of need, lack of substance abuse facilities in the County, and low access to health clinics asthe most urgent unmet community development needs. 'Another recrea/ion/commundvcenter, like Clay Madison and Baca Center on the other s�oftown would be great addition to the city, epeclal�v as the citycontinues to grow, Due to time and transportation constra/nt5, many who Ilme on the north side obn2 commute tothe south side," What challenges doxstakeholders perceive or have experienced with the City's community development programs? Stakeholders provided insight into challenges of the City's community development programs, including a need for more recreational facilities, city growth outpacing services expansion, high childcare costs, and lack offunding. What's working best in the community development programs? Stakeholders identified areas incommunity development that are currently working well, including, investing in parks, services for school-aged children, and existing community facilities. Housing and Homeless Needs. Stakeholders also provided perspective on housing needs in Round Rock, including services needed for people experiencing homelessness. The greatest housing and homelessness needs identified in the survey and in stakeholder interviews are related toavailability; affordability; homeownership opportunities; housing RoorPOLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE and emergency shelters for people experiencing homelessness; and housing for people with special needs. Most significant changes that have occurred in the Round Rock housing market during the past one to five years. Stakeholders most frequently identify increasing housing costs, population growth, and land costs as the most significant changes in the Round Rock housing market over the past five years. Taxes and the lack of transportation options within the growing urban area were also key concerns. Stakeholders indicated that low-income residents, especially low-income families with children and low-income seniors, are amongst the resident groups that have been most affected by these changes in the Round Rock housing market. Greatest unmet housing needs in Round Rock. As shown in Figure A-4, stakeholders identify homeownership opportunities for low and moderate income residents(67%), rental housing for low income renters(61%), housing for homeless families (50%), housing with a mix of incomes (50%), and emergency shelter for homeless/homeless shelter(39%)as the top five greatest unmet housing needs in Round Rock. ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 9 Figure A-4. Greatest unmet housing needs in Round Rock Homeownership opportunities for low and mod income residents 67% Rental housing for low income renters 61% Housing for homeless families 50% Housing with a mix of incomes 50% Emergency shelter for homeless/homeless shelter 39% Housing for seniors ® 33% Housing rehabilitation for low income homeowners 28% Housing for persons with physical disabilities 22% Housing for persons with substance abuse/chernical addictions 22/0 Transitional housing 22% Housing for youth transitioning out of foster care 17% Housing for households who have experienced domestic violence 17% Housing for area workforce 17% Housing for persons with serious mental illness 110% Housing for homeless men 11% Housing for homeless women 11% Housing for persons with cognitive disabilities M 6% Housing for homeless veterans 06% Note:n=18.Numbers add to greater than 100 percent due to multiple responses. Source. Round Rock Consolidated Plan Stakeholder Survey 2019. Stakeholder focus groups concurred that housing for residents with the lowest incomes and for those experiencing homelessness are two of the greatest unmet housing needs in Round Rock. Access to quality, affordable housing from emergency to permanent housing is a concern and important for the city of Round Rock to address: "We recognize that affordable housing across the spectrum from emergency to transitional to permanent housing, is critical to long-term quality care for the people we serve, We should consider all of these as equally important to fully mo ve people from homeless to homeowners" Stakeholders who work with residents experiencing homelessness emphasized that the lack of resources and shelters in Round Rock are amongst the biggest challenges for this population. The lack of knowledge around how many people are currently experiencing homelessness in Round Rock is also a large issue: ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 10 "Homelessness is a,bigger problem than people want to admit in Round Rock and people in need are coming to Round Rock from Austin and Georgetown," As homelessness grows in Austin and safety continues to be a concern, some people experiencing homelessness in Austin are migrating to Round Rock. Many of the current .individuals experiencing homelessness are not locals. While there is no current point in time count for Round Rock, stakeholders estimated that between 20 to 30 people are currently living on the streets. Figure A-5 shows how stakeholders rank the perceived greatest unmet needs by urgency of the needs. Stakeholders perception of urgentneeds generally aligns with perception of greatest n eed. Figure A-5, • • Most Housto#Needs Most urgent housing needs in Round Rock Homeownership opportunities for low and moderate income residents Note: n=18. k .jt Housing with a mix of incomes Source: lav Rental housing for low income renters Round Rock Consolidated Plan Stakeholder survey 2o19. U-4Emergency shelter for homeless/homeless shelter 1 Housing for homeless families Stakeholders who work with residents experiencing homelessness identified people with disabilities, people with severe mental illness, and seniors as the most vulnerable groups of people within the population experiencing homelessness. The single most significant housing challenge in Round Rock. As shown below in Figure A-6, stakeholders identified the single most significant housing challenge in Round Rock as population growth. Eighteen percent indicated that the types of housing available do not fit the needs/desires of the residents. ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 11 Figure A-6 Most important issue concerning the availability of quality housing Population growth 45% Types of housing available do not fit the needs/desires of the residents(apartments v,single family,size of unit,etc) 18% Lack of rental housing/very low vacancy rates , ' �'�, ,r .; o Neighborhood issues (high poverty rate, high crime rate ,. low school quality) 9% Not enough housing available in general __nj 90/0 Note: n=11. Source: Round Rock Consolidated Plan Stakeholder Survey 2019. In focus groups, stakeholders strongly agreed that the availability and affordability of housing in general are the most important issues concerning quality housing in Round Rock. Growth concerns from limited housing supply to the movement of persons experiencing homelessness to Round Rock was brought up many times in the focus group. One stakeholder felt that economic development was growing at faster rate in Round Rock than the housing market had capacity for. Increasing the effectiveness of Round Rock's housing programs.Stakeholders provided a range of suggested strategies for how the City can increase the effectiveness of its housing programs. Stakeholders overwhelmingly advise the City to maintain, create, grow, and support affordable housing options. Other key stakeholder suggestions included efforts that increase funding for housing and that allow for collaboration with the private sector. ■ Increase affordable housing: "The city needs to think about low income and fixed income community members. We do not want to push long term round rock residents out because of affordability as it is happening in Austin." "Government needs to invest more into affordable housing options for low- income individuals and the working poor,provide homeless shelter, emergency and transitional services." r 'Appreciate the forward-thinking planning for the unrelentinggrowth in Round Rock—ensuring families of all abilities and income status may be welcomed with access to sustainable housing options." ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 12 ■ Increase funding and incentivize development of affordable housing: "Require future building to include a percentage of low income housing." "Discard the mindset that enables developers to only develop land that will maximize their profits the most by building tightly congested neighborhoods with as many houses as they can squeeze onto a lot vs. mixed-income housing or rental properties Low-income individuals who work in Round Rock should have a fighting chance to live in Round Rock." "Require every developer to set aside/purchase lots on which workforce housing can be built--rental and home ownership." 10, "Incentivize investment in affordable housing by the private sector" Resources most needed to help people end their experience with homelessness. Not surprisingly, providers of homeless housing and/or services strongly emphasize the need for truly affordable housing. They also identify the need for specific supportive services and a variety of housing options. ■ Affordable and Supportive Housing: "Transitional housing to allow other wrap around services(employment, primary care, mental health care, etc.)to effectively serve and individual or family as the long-term plan for sustainability in the community is developed and implemented." "Have homeless shelter for men and families "Our homeless population need housing. They need safe shelters and services to help guide them through the processes" "Land on which to build homes/units" In the focus groups, stakeholders described the most needed resources for people experiencing homelessness as:transitional housing, emergency housing(particularly during flooding), and wrap around services, particularly with mental health care. Expected outcomes of a successful allocation of HUD block grant funds to address housing and community development needs in Round Rock. As shown in Figure A-7,there are a wide variety of outcomes stakeholders would expect to see if the City is successful in directing HUD block grant funds to address the housing and community development needs in Round Rock.Three in five stakeholders(64%) identify that they would expect to see more affordable rental housing as an outcome. One-third of respondents (36%)would expect to see an increased number of Section 8 vouchers or rental subsidies. Another third of stakeholders(36%)would expect to see permanent housing and programs to assist persons who are homeless. ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 13 Figure A-7. Outcome Expected outcomes of More affordable rental housing 64% successful Increased number of Section 8 vouchers or rental subsidies 36% allocation of Permanent housing and programs to assist persons who are'homeless 36% HUD block Housing for specific types of residents 27% grant funds A job training center or enhanced job training programs 27% Note: Mental health care services 27% n=22.Numbers add to Shelters to assist persons who are homeless 27% greater than 100 percent due to multiple More opportunities for homeownership 23% responses. Seniors able to live independently/less seniors leaving their homes to live in nursing homes 18% Source: Rehabilitation to owner occupied housing 18% Round Rock Consolidated Plan Stakeholder Survey A community center or improvements to a community center 14% 2019. Energy efficiency improvements to existing housing to reduce utility costs '14% Opportunities for business to start up/expand/locate here 14% Housing options for seniors to downsize 14% Streets and sidewalk improvements,including features that make them more accessible to persons with disabilities 14% Additional and higher quality child care centers 9% A library or improvements to the library 9% Housing that is accessible to persons with disabilities 9% Persons with disabilities able to live independently 9% A senior center or improvements to the senior center 9% Trainings and technical assistance to area nonprofits 5% Rehabilitation to rental housing 5% Recreation opportunities for youth and other special populations 5% Stakeholders provide additional detail regarding the outcomes identified in Figure A-7. ■ "Collaborations between partners offering housing assistance along with the supports (healthcare, transportation, medications, healthy food resources, skills training, etc.) that will sustain individuals in the community. ■ 'Significant support for victims of Family V olence and Sexual Assault" ■ "Community Health Workers trained to assist families struggling with homelessness, unemployment, lack of insurance, mental health and substance use disorders. TA for nonprofits so that there is an integrated system of care that combines physical needs with behavioral health needs" ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 14 Non-profit capacity and organizational needs.The stakeholder survey and focus groups also included questions to help identify gaps in the institutional delivery system and the capacity and organizational needs of providers. Key observations and suggestions are related to efforts that build affordable housing, support existing nonprofits and service providers, create wrap around services, and services and housing to support people with special needs. Devoting resources to address capacity and organizational needs. Stakeholders were asked what they would do if they had additional funds to address capacity and organization needs. Of stakeholders who contributed suggestions for capacity and organizational needs, they would devote funds to efforts that build affordable housing, support existing nonprofits and service providers, create wrap around services, and services and housing to support people with special needs. ■ Affordable housing: "Increase voucher inventory. Attach quality, affordable/subsidized childcare to housing complexes." "l would add affordable housing across the board instead of building high end everywhere," "Purchase land on which to build multi-family and single-family units," ■ Support existing nonprofits and other service providers: "Offer a low cost or free building that houses several organizations Make the office a 'one stop'shop for intakes and referrals, classes, and small group meetings" "Collaborate with the Williamson County and Cities Health District to offer capacity building for local social service agencies." "I will first engage with the organization serving the population listed above to receive their input in what is needed and then work together as partners to develop strategies that will serve Round Rock residents." 'ARCIL Inc,provides services to any person with any disability. if we had more to do what we do;we would be able to hire more counselors to assist more people with disabilities with their need for housing," ■ Create wrap around services: 'Add transitional housing and transportation options for adults, transition-age youths and families with the necessary wrap around services to support these lndividuals'success in their chosen community," ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 15 "The available outreach programs and support for seniors who live alone is not adequate. Senior centers in other areas where l have lived offer a lot more services than the center in Round Rock(free tax preparation assistance, Medicaid/Medicare seminars, vetted service providers for small home repairs or needs, legal counseling, installing personal emergency response buttons for people at risk of falling at home, senior driving education programs,periodic free or reduced-cost vaccinations, etc.)." ■ Services and housing to support people with special needs: "Provide funding for the expansion of services for victims of Family!/iolence and Sexual Assault," "Encourage[the City)to find locations that have vacant stores or buildings that could be renovated and utilized as shelters," "Provide shelters and transitional housing." Stakeholders in focus groups concurred that the City should continue to build on its efforts to collaborate with nonprofits and other organizations and elevate resources but heavily emphasized prevention and more grant opportunities for poverty and homelessness prevention. If additional funds to address capacity and organization needs were provided, these stakeholders would focus on expanding transportation access, building a new community center(similar to the Baca Center), and better access to health care. Other programs and policies the city could employ to better address housing and community development needs. Stakeholders provide a number of recommendations for additional programs and policies that the city could employ. ■ "Oxford House model for transitional housing." ■ "EmploymentFirst model for employment to ensure individuals may afford and sustain housing costs." ■ "Austin's Community First! Village" ■ "The nonprofits in Round Rock are very strong and have a plethora of services available to the community. Increasing the sharing of Aunt Bertha (a national database of free or low-cost services) on more local websites." ■ "More government investment; non-profits can be the only safety net--the government needs to do more." ■ 'The Georgetown Health Foundation provides outstanding training for local social service agencies. They have done in-depth analysis of the social determinants of ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 16 community wellbeing and followed up with an action plan to address disparities. It's an outstanding model." ROOT POLICY RESEARCH APPENDIX A,PAGE 17 APPENDIX B. AFFORDABLE HOUSING INVENTORY APPENDIX B. Affordable Housing Inventory Figure B-1, Affordable Housing Units in Round Rock Bedrooms Total Property Name Types Communities Served A B C D Units Funding Apple Creek Apartments 1,2 Income Level A, B, C, D X X X X 176 AHDP/AHP Income Level A, B(Tenant Based); Bluffs Landing Senior Income Restricted(Max of$34,200/year);Section 8 Village 1,2 Voucher; Elderly. X X 143 Section 8; LIHTC Income Level A, B,C(Tenant Based); Chisholm Trail 1,2,3 Income Restricted Housing Project X X X 50 Project-Based Section 8 Income Level A(Tenant Based); Cushing Center 1,2 Income Restricted; Public Housing X 30 Public Housing Income Level A, B(Tenant Based); Henna Townhomes 3,4 Income Restricted;Section 8 Voucher X X 160 LIHTC;Section 8 Voucher Income Level A(Tenant Based); Lance Haven 1,2,3 Income Restricted; Public Housing X 30 Public Housing Income Level A, B(Tenant Based); Red Hills Villas 1,23 Income Restricted;Section 8 Voucher X X 168 LIHTC;Section 8 Voucher Round Rock Oak Grove 1,2 Income Level D X 24 Round Rock Village Oak USDA Rural Development; Apartments 2 Income Level A, B;Section 8 Voucher X X 23 Section 8 Voucher Income Level A(Tenant Based); Section 8 Voucher; HUD Trinity Place Studio, 1 Income Restricted;Section 8 Voucher; Elderly; Disabled X 68 Section 202 Income Level A, B(Tenant Based); Waters at Sunrise 1,2,3,4 Income Restricted;Section 8 X X 300 LIHTC Total 10 7 2 2 1,172 Note:Level A=50%AMI;Level B=50%to 60%AMI;Level C=60%to 80%AM];and Level D=80%to 10086 AMI. Source: Austin Tenants Council's Guide to Affordable Housing in the Greater Austin Area,1511 Edition. 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Will comply with the requirements of the assistance amended(42 U.S.C. §§6101-6107),which prohibits awarding agency with regard to the drafting, review and discrimination on the basis of age; (e)the Drug Abuse approval of construction plans and specifications. Office and Treatment Act of 1972(P.L. 92-255), as amended relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of 5. Will provide and maintain competent and adequate drug abuse; (f)the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and engineering supervision at the construction site to Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation ensure that the complete work conforms with the Act of 1970(P.L. 91-616), as amended, relating to approved plans and specifications and will furnish nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or progressive reports and such other information as may be alcoholism; (g)§§523 and 527 of the Public Health required by the assistance awarding agency or State. Service Act of 1912(42 U.S.C. §§290 dd-3 and 290 ee 6. Will initiate and complete the work within the applicable 3), as amended, relating to confidentiality of alcohol and drug abuse patient records; (h)Title VIII of the time frame after receipt of approval of the awarding agency. Civil Rights Act of 1968(42 U.S.C. §§3601 et seq.), as 7. Will establish safeguards to prohibit employees from amended, relating to nondiscrimination in the sale, using their positions for a purpose that constitutes or rental or financing of housing; (i)any other nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statue(s) presents the appearance of personal or organizational under which application for Federal assistance is being conflict of interest, or personal gain. made;and(j)the requirements of any other nondiscrimination statue(s)which may apply to the application. Previous Edition Usable Authorized for Local Reproduction Standard Form 424D(Rev.7-97) Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102 11. Will comply, or has already complied,with the Federal actions to State(Clean Air)implementation requirements of Titles II and III of the Uniform Relocation Plans under Section 176(c)of the Clean Air Act of Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1955, as amended(42 U.S.C. §§7401 et seq.); (g) 1970(P.L. 91-646)which provide for fair and equitable protection of underground sources of drinking water treatment of persons displaced or whose property is under the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, as acquired as a result of Federal and federally-assisted amended(P.L. 93-523); and, (h)protection of programs.These requirements apply to all interests in real endangered species under the Endangered Species property acquired for project purposes regardless of Act of 1973, as amended(P.L. 93-205). Federal participation in purchases. 12. Will comply with the provisions of the Hatch Act(5 U.S.C. 16. Will comply with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968(16 U.S.C. §§1271 et seq.) related to protecting §§1501-1508 and 7324-7328)which limit the political components or potential components of the national activities of employees whose principal employment wild and scenic rivers system. activities are funded in whole or in part with Federal funds. 13. Will comply, as applicable,with the provisions of the Davis- 17. Will assist the awarding agency in assuring compliance Bacon Act(40 U.S.C. §§276a to 276a-7),the Copeland Act with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation (40 U.S.C. §276c and 18 U.S.C. §874), and the Contract Act of 1966, as amended(16 U.S.C. §470), EO 11593 Work Hours and Safety Standards Act(40 U.S.C. §§327- (identification and protection of historic properties), and 333)regarding labor standards for federally-assisted the Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of construction subagreements. 1974(16 U.S.C. §§469a-1 et seq). 14. Will comply with flood insurance purchase requirements of 18. Will cause to be performed the required financial and Section 102(a) of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 compliance audits in accordance with the Single Audit (P.L. 93-234)which requires recipients in a special flood Act Amendments of 1996 and OMB Circular No.A-133, hazard area to participate in the program and to purchase Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit flood insurance if the total cost of insurable construction Organizations. and acquisition is$10,000 or more. 19. Will comply with all applicable requirements of all other 15. Will comply with environmental standards which may be Federal laws, executive orders, regulations, and policies prescribed pursuant to the following: governing this program. p p g: (a)institution of environmental quality control measures under the National 20. Will comply with the requirements of Section 106(g)of Environmental Policy Act of 1969(P.L. 91- the Trafficking Victims Protection Act(TVPA)of 2000, as 190)and Executive Order(EO) 11514; (b)notification amended(22 U.S.C. 7104)which prohibits grant award of violating facilities pursuant to EO 11738; (c) recipients or a sub-recipient from (1) Engaging in severe protection of wetlands pursuant to EO 11990; (d) forms of trafficking in persons during the period of time evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains in accordance that the award is in effect(2) Procuring a commercial with EO 11988; (e) assurance of project consistency sex act during the period of time that the award is in with the approved State management program effect or(3) Using forced labor in the performance of the developed under the Coastal Zone Management Act of award or subawards under the award. 1972(16 U.S.C. §§1451 et seq.); (f)conformity of SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED CERTIFYING OFFICIAL TITLE ypZ Mayor APPLICANT NAM DATE SUBMITTED City of Round Rock I 41 SF-424D(Rev.7-97)Back CERTIFICATIONS In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the consolidated plan regulations, the j urisdiction certifies that: Affirmatively Further Fair Housing--The jurisdiction will affirmatively further fair housing. Uniform Relocation Act and 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, (42 U.S.C. 46014655)and implementing regulations at 49 CFR Part 24. It has in effect and is following a residential anti-displacement and relocation assistance plan required under 24 CFR Part 42 in connection with any activity assisted with.funding under the Community Development Block Grant or HOME programs. Anti-Lobbying--To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief: 1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of it,to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency,a Member of Congress,an officer or employee of Congress, or an 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 funds 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 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 Community Development.Block. Grant, HOME,Emergency Solutions Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS funds are consistent with the strategic plan in the jurisdiction's consolidated plan. Section 3--It will comply with section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968(12 U.S.C. 1701u)a d implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 135. Signatur of Auth r' ed Official Date MAYOR Title Specific Community Development Block Grant 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 plan identifies community development and housing needs and specifies both short-term and long-term community development objectives that that have been developed in accordance with the primary objective of the CDBG program(i.e.,the development of viable urban communities, by providing decent housing and expanding economic opportunities, primarily for persons of low and moderate income)and requirements of 24 CFR Parts 91 and 570. Following a Plan-- It is following a current consolidated plan that has been approved by HUD. Use of Funds-- It has complied with the following criteria: 1. Maximurn Feasible Priority. With respect to activities expected to be assisted with CDBG funds,it has developed its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to activities which benefit low-and moderate-income families or aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight. The Action Plan may also include CDBG-assisted activities which the grantee certifies are designed to meet other community development needs having 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(see Optional CDBG Certification). 2. Overall Benefit. The aggregate use of CDBG fiends, including Section 108 guaranteed loans, during program year(s) 2019-2020 [a period specified by the grantee 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 relates to the capital costs of public improvements(assisted in part with CDBG fiends)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 than CDBG funds. In addition,in the case of properties owned and occupied by 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 fiords 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 title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964(42 U.S.C. 2000d)and the Fair Housing Act(42 U.S.C. 3601-3619) and implementing regulations. Lead-Based Paint--Its activities concerning lead-based paint will comply with the requirements of 24 CFR Part 35, Subparts A, B,J, K and R. Compliance with Laws--It will comply with applicable laws. Signator of Autl zed Official Date MAYOR Title OPTIONAL Community Development Block Grant Certification Submit the following certification only when one or more of the activities in the action plan are designed to meet other community development needs having particular urgency as specified in 24 CFR 570.208(c): The grantee hereby certifies that the Annual Plan includes one or more specifically identified CDBG- assisted activities which are designed to meet other*community development needs having particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community and other financial resources are not available to meet such needs. —/Zz Signal ofAuVized Official Date MAYOR Title Specific HOME Certifications The HOME participating jurisdiction certifies that: Tenant Based Rental Assistance--If it plans to provide tenant-based rental assistance,the tenant-based rental assistance is an essential element of its consolidated plan. Eligible Activities and Costs--It is using and will use HOME fiends for eligible activities and costs,as described in 24 CFR §§92.205 through 92.209 and that it is not using and will not use HOME funds for prohibited activities, as described in §92.214. Subsidy layering--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; j� Iq Signature f JAL1010cialDate MAYOR Title Emergency Solutions Grants Certifications The Emergency Solutions Grants Program recipient certifies that: Major rehabilitation/conversion/renovation—If an emergency shelter's rehabilitation costs exceed 75 percent of the value of the building before rehabilitation,the recipient wiN maintain the building as a shelter for homeless individuals and families for a minimum of 10 years after the date the building is first occupied by a homeless individual or family after the completed rehabilitation. If the cost to convert a building into an emergency shelter exceeds 75 percent of the value of the building after conversion, the recipient will maintain the building as a shelter for homeless individuals and families for a minimum of 10 years after the date the building is first occupied by a homeless individual or family after the completed conversion. In all other cases where ESG funds are used for renovation,the recipient will maintain the building as a shelter for homeless individuals and families for a minimum of 3 years after the date the building is first occupied by a homeless individual or family after the completed renovation. Essential Services and Operating Costs—In the case of assistance involving shelter operations or essential services related to street outreach or emergency shelter, the recipient will provide services or shelter to homeless individuals and families for the period during which the ESG assistance is provided, without regard to a particular site or structure, so long the recipient serves the same type of persons(e.g., families with children, unaccompanied youth, disabled individuals, or victims of domestic violence)or persons in the same geographic area. Renovation—Any renovation carried out with ESG assistance shall be sufficient to ensure that the building involved is safe and sanitary. Supportive Services—The recipient will assist homeless individuals in obtaining permanent housing, appropriate supportive services (including medical and mental health treatment,victim services, counseling,supervision, and other services essential for achieving independent living), and other Federal State, local,and private assistance available for these individuals. Matching,Funds—The recipient will obtain matching amounts required under 24 CFR 576.201. Confidentiality—The recipient has established and is implementing procedures to ensure the confidentiality of records pertaining to any individual provided family violence prevention or treatment services under any project assisted under the ESG program, including protection against the release of the address or location of any family violence shelter project, except with the written authorization of the person responsible for the operation of that shelter. Homeless Persons Involvement—To the maximum extent practicable,the recipient will involve, through employment, volunteer services, or otherwise,homeless individuals and families in constructing, renovating, maintaining, and operating facilities assisted under the ESG program, in providing services assisted under the ESG program, and in providing services for occupants of facilities assisted under the program. Consolidated Plan—All activities the recipient undertakes with assistance under ESG are consistent with its consolidated plan. Discharge Policy—The recipient will establish and implement, to the maximum extent practicable and where appropriate, policies and protocols for the discharge of persons from publicly funded institutions or systems of care(such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care or other youth facilities, or correction programs and institutions)in order to prevent this discharge from immediately resulting in homelessness for these persons. Signatur of Autl r'zed Official Date MAYOR Title Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS 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 consolidated plan: 1. For a period of not less than 10 years in the case of assistance involving new construction, substantial rehabilitation,or acquisition of a facility, 2. For a period of not less than 3 years in the case of assistance involving non-substantial rehabilitation or repair of a building or structure. e+. ! — Signature of'Au o zed Official Date MAYOR Tit]e APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING LOBBYING CERTIFICATION: Lobbying 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 than$10,000 and not more than$100,000 for each such failure. ADVERTISING INVOICE BILLED ACCOUNT NUMBER BILLING DATE TOTAL AMOUNT DUE STATEMENT# 30808 06/10/2019 $0.00 BILLING PERIOD TERMS OF PAYMENT PAGE# 6/7/2019 Upon Receipt 1 of 1 tatcsman MEDIA p p ADVERTISER CLIENT# ADVERTISERICLIENT NAME ,Nustin Amcrican-Statesman austin360 iahora sI, 30808 ROUND ROCK CDBG DEPT,CITY OF ROUND ROCK CDBG DEPT,CITY OF CDBG Coordinator 221 E MAIN ST ROUND ROCK,TX 78664-5271 For questions concerning this bill call 866-470-7133,Option 2 If paid,please disregard. Thank You Start/Stop Newspaper Product Description-Other Comments/Charges Ad Size Times Run Gross Amount Net Amount Reference Billed Units 06/08/2019 P230876 Prepay Order#0000488470-CC#8519 $(335.40) 06/08/2019 100488470-06082019 Round Rock Leader CITY OF ROUND ROCK NOTICE OF 1 x 130 L i $335.40 30-DAY PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD 130 AND PUBLIC HEARING CDBG $335.40 FIVE-YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN FISCAL YEARS 2019-2023 AND FY 2019 ACTION PLAN The Legals PageAll 6/10/2019 Total Amount Due $0.00 PLEASE DETACH AND RETURN LOWER PORTION WITH YOUR REMITTANCE PAYMENT COUPON STATEMENT# BILLING DATE TERMS OF PAYMENTADVERTISER CLIENT ry ADVERTISER/CLiENT NAME 06/10/2019 Upon Receipt 30808 ROUND ROCK CDBG DEPT,CITY OF Please send your payment to: AAS Remittance Address 30808 AAS Remittance ROUND ROCK CDBG DEPT,CITY OF PO BOX 645255 221 E MAIN ST Cincinnati,OH 45264-5255 ROUND ROCK,TX 78664-5271 TOTALAMOUNT AMOUNT ENCLOSED $0.00 I liii I AUSTIN COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS PROOF OF PUBLICATION STATE OF TEXAS PUBLIC NOTICE Before me, the undersigned authority, a Notary Public in and for the County of Williamson, State of Texas, on this day personally appeared Jalen Rocha, Advertising Agent of the Round Rock Leader,which is a newspaper of general circulation published in the county of Williamson in the state of Texas,who being duly sworn by me, states that the attached advertisement was published at the lowest published rate for Classified advertising in said newspaper on the following date(s),to wit, and that the attached is a true copy of said advertisement:the following date(s), CITY OF ROUND ROCK NOTICE OF 30-DAY PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD AND PUBLIC HEARING CDBG FIVE-YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN FISCAL YEARS 2019-2023 AND FY 2019 ACTION PLAN The, first date of Publication 06/08/2019, last date of Publication 06/08/2019, web and print times Published 1, Legal ads 6 C. ROUND ROCK CDBG DEPT,CITY OF 221 E MAIN ST ROUND ROCK,TX 78664-5271 Invoice/Order Number: 0000488470 Ad Cost: $335.40 Paid: $335,40 Balance Due: $0.00 Signed (__/_ t.'_C4" tg al Advertising April) Sworn or affirmed to,and subscribed before me,this 10Wday of June,2019 In Testimony whereof h �+uc>✓ .swc.w . hand and affixed my official seal,the day and year aforesaid, ��+,��r�+•, JAME5 Mi(:K.LER Notary Public,Stats of](]) • ."y' comm.Expires 04-05- Signed Y''��jt---" Notary ID 1319620 (Nol trl) � -<<r-sr,�n,sa.i.are.e Please see Ad on following page(s). Page 1 of 3 ROUND ROCK CDBG DEPT,CITY OF 221 E MAIN ST ROUND ROCK,TX 78664-5271 invoice/Order Number. 00004BU470 Ad Cost. $335.40 Paid $33540 Balance Due: $0.00 CAVY OF ROW40 ROCK NCiTiCE OF 3111-C?AY PiJBLKCOMMENT PERIOD AND P1.l1111f.iC HEARING CLOG RIVE-YEAS CONWILiPATe0 P't.AN FISCAL YEARS 24119-2025 AND RY 2019 AC'1IO11 PLAN The City of Rcnsnd Robs has rirepareJ a' -draft Con4olidated Plan ,Irnty ftrtr^ual Ar.:ilon Plan Shst Idoontify Now dors City will use tedevall resour,es to Mees pri- orit commui%ity need-, 1?re cava rill l �s�Y 60 the+Corosolldat�ed Plam aAd An-. r u.hl Action Plano is to itfentify tesp+urtes %rfriclF will improve The lives of Round ftvlck'3 residerits by: prcividing MI'v(da- Ule3 bouditig oppoltunitses: reviuXtitto-.9 rieitj tborho,txI% I elvi srr{t isnprove eca- aturisic opptattunitm%: and viluparliong •eJelivtranttt err nueds:d srrviras. -rhea 22119-2023 Corr 011<Jastcd Phan C*n- a.alidd1es the: application, piansning. mr+d ati�tattionp�arr-ocesoes for fedcr sl Funds mceived from the tJ.S- Oapart rt•itant of Housingand Urban De.•clop-. ment 0HUD'}. end-: will be received r+cam HUO throtsglt 7bv Contrnuma ty Do- W.1op met%t $!track Grant Prngr sm -ICO84S). the Consolidntcd Plast, addreFs" t1#t-0 fctilowing statsuary acals astablithod hsr lho Dcp artet-vant tn cif"* irs . CI Ur- ban t.7o-weirtptnorit (24 CFIt 91)g ill Pro- CI docanc housing. W Pray cfa•a suit ;able Itving onviranrrta l; 4;i) Irxsrand ."Conot—C app ar;ti"iti4m The Plan was c e-voloprtd vv th informo- Vat% r%xPIvod through pulAlc agency .nsptsw.•ta�k#req rYtgtrttaig3. i>Vtfile; hear#npp, arta [,iirrre gartirOot►t7n tooednated b't the Oft.{e off s~syrnnsunity t7r�rt+fsryF}- ment. and Includes testirnony r*et-,ed .Fat CArnrnun.t*y Needs Asiessmant tstibtic hearitm}S. I-riorkles far fundivip In 20t9- 2023 are lisled as foilvws HOUSING.;1j To preserve the City's ex- istlnq iwvsortti stack pritnarrty for ttar.'dalo orate Income tarnttkes, 14 To intreas* opp o-etunitle s for tow and r'rx>0jr er,tlu irttorne hoeste17►n-eeShip, "tticularly Ma fits-t-tirtte haivse ' yrs. �COMMUN Y DEVELOPMENT-. 1fa iso %ride a range of ss■-rvlces which resvtt in revi'talixcd -arid self-reliant treitjhbor- troads. ECONOMIC DEVELrOPMIENT: Ta expand ccwictitiiccaiupaaraunitins. in clic tarn- trrtsitity. Phr1icularly ear l-avoArnad•ersitra itt'Come resident% Tha draft Plan will be ,available for P-.rtalic rrviaw on Juneljo, 2014 and for warltten cornriient for thir- 1�t {30} days be innin June 10. .2019, iia O-tr h July It? 2*01.9 at th.a :rcciitlrrst listod bolta%.v or at wvtiw.rotomarrorktexo x.£l¢fv and at the fallowing tot.atsonu +slur% R. r3.tca Sonki-r sCt:nler racapatscm dotk.Round Rosh Public Librar-A Raund Rack Hol nin Authct.rir Otaund Itotk Cs tY hall kio%k. A public hm:rr•,;ni3 villi t..half la r4Pry us1<oramont%. A14 trtlat nakvi poassns erg- crivitnel to actomd at ftiv to'''cat,O(N Ind Tons;list-?,d txItGSN` rhur%4,Ay.Jun*27.2019 at 6:0+0 p.m. City Council A tsetinrl I.0cation:Councif C'h>ftnnbem.it Cade Hall Addrq-,f'271 E7st M.ttn Street, mound Rock Tx SOMO of tht±l2(oq(.)rtl1 ivoOiied throu" t ire% COUG pl aq r.>in will (Tet*V.Mj0hraslr?*1l M WfjWt 01thet l�trra- grat*is .set.* of>erdted on a Citsy-wide taa- si5. r0. 10I 4L)W Crlption at tatUcd pro- 13flrerris is •e4ludead In tlr� or at GoraSsOJi• Opted Plaits, ACsptroximateiv 60 GiO:+ceot <sl 4he CDO-0 furst.ts 1,04de available to tbv City will taer ell t h*useholds eatm- irrcl less ih.sn 410 0-etcelit co#the ri%k2c!Nsre f114,,IV irtc:QOSke. •Gtiteris midy S-enO wrhiten torrtrntltots to Offica of Coiritriunity Duvelulatnent. 221 Last Nlain St set. Rtixand flock.TX %'8564. ln,-e decurrent tnay' be vie%%vd Il,r*149`r July 10. 2Yl I9 04' tk.a Office: of 'Canrnrunity L}u.+cicsfasrs+-r,t, 221 F&%t P,Airirn Si.rcet, ftot.rttc! ftcrck TX and on IIt-a Cily of Ra%►nd RcKk v cb%iitc:yv�r— r .*ttrttlrty kSe+x?ts.tl�"v .ate+ tk lacct*..`aris lusty-d above, Pue1.4+C COMM9I4T: Prcrrat>sttd use of Foderal (i rids arta out tined In the draft Cca.n%oliciata+d Plan Rene mrnnndritie-tx Ilor all of ttvar gr.tntw •neem cbtvaNap-nd by City staff. All ra.: rnn+rsetnd;alxor-,% ara subj(ori to t•Ssar%herr. GytitrKlt-on,. abotit 1ha 21*1 tr-J02 3 dr.sft Page 2 of 3 C'circxcal�cYac� d Main ane ",Qtcrsrnn Anel cttoaittt he r1irecled to t1w Office of '��1f'rir'relNlnt'�• E'1rr1.�1<rtyrrt4lml. 291 E"t Main 5trec•r. Round stock. T Wats 71:1664, lvai[t�} rc t nrlrtt•f3s•ri��ir TpI Y) F'"csrnirrol V-r+t4+1+e comments m v be vevNt to the same address All Com(no nos srt4e,rltl bQ ne«tve d by the Ofil[+t of -Cortti•atone t)e Mastartrnoent C-etaa►rtmerlt OV 5.00 p_rn,OPS Allis t0 n 19. T-fue Con- Widali d Pyan will be f4obrnl%Ved to HVD on or looforie Auqus-1 IS.2019. 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Thank You Start/Stop Newspaper Product Description-Other Comments/Charges Ad Size Times Run Gross Amount Nat Amount Reference I Billed Units 06/08/2019 P230878 Prepay Order#0000488480-CC#8519 $(392 16) 06/08/2019 100488480-06082019 Round Rack Leader La Ciudad de Round Rock AVISO DE 1 x 152 L 1 $392.16 PERIODO DE COMENTARIOS 152 PUBLICOS Y AUDIENCIA POBLICA DE $39216 30 DIAS PLAN CONSOLIDADO DE CINCO ANDS ANOS FISCALES 2019-2023 Y PLAN DE Legals Page All 6/1012019 Total Amount Due $0.00 PLEASE DETACH AND RETURN LOWER PORTION WITH YOUR REMITTANCE PAYMENT COUPON STATEMENT# BILLING DATE TERMS OF PAYMENT ADVERTISER CLIENT# ADVERTISERICLIENT NAME 06/1012019 Upon Receipt 30808 ROUND ROCK CDBG DEPT,CITY OF Please send your payment to: AAS Remittance Address 30808 AAS Remittance ROUND ROCK CDBG DEPT,CITY OF PO BOX 645255 221 E MAIN ST Cincinnati,OH 45264-5255 ROUND ROCK,TX 78664-5271 TOTAL AMOUNT AMOUNT ENCLOSED $0.00 ori IIII AUSTIN COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS PROOF OF PUBLICATION STATE OF TEXAS PUBLIC (NOTICE Before me, the undersigned authority, a Notary Public in and for the County of Williamson, State of Texas, on this day personally appeared Jalen Rocha, Advertising Agent of the Round Rock Leader,which is a newspaper of general circulation published in the county of Williamson in the state of Texas,who being duly sworn by me,states that the attached advertisement was published at the lowest published rate for Classified advertising in said newspaper on the following date(s),to wit, and that the attached is a true copy of said advertisement: the following date(s), La Ciudad de Round Rock AVISO DE PERIODO DE COMENTARIOS POBLICOS Y AUDIENCIA POBLICA DE 30 DIAS PLAN CONSOLIDADO DE CINCO ANOS ANOS FISCALES 2019-2023 Y PLAN DE,first date of Publication 06/08/2019,last date of Publication 06/0812019, web and print times Published 1, Legal ads 6 C. ROUND ROCK CDBG DEPT,CITY OF 221 E MAIN ST ROUND ROCK,TX 78664-5271 Invoice/Order Number: 0000488480 Ad Cost: $392.16 Paid: $392.16 Balance Due: $0.00 Signed ,,4 egal Advertising Agent) Sworn or affirmed to,and subscribed before me,this 10t dd y of June.2010 in Testimony w , } � XrKI_E hand and affixed my official sea[,the day and par aforesaid. '� "r Tufo' o- �w� 9�;"�Notary Public,State of ic�xdti Comm.Expires 04-05-207.3 62018 Signed 1�"-",.�-- Notary ID 1319 (Notary) Please see A on following page(s). 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Rcurit i6m del Ayum tainfento Ubicjci6n.C4y Courwil Charnlacts Dircccidn-. 2211' Gb-tt AA;jin Strect Round Rock, TX Al-gunmr. do Pls programm% fini%nci.*do% .1 del progr-wirta CCM43 S* -ontal orarin an I*%%VCinrk'm 0,11iro'll..No ornd Sron aptPr;or3#i.,% # mtmt?l -.10 Vol d, Se In-zluyo urb;o dc-.rrtprnrs -complara do- Ins prograrna,,; 4?%porific4n .an all Plan plalinunar do I 111,in Cans pb<>t;tclra, ApeoxImm1,.%ms.%ntP al Bilk :"r caanto d*J<" fonr*>% 4e CD805 dis- p0niihtf!j p,;ora la Cwd,%d b"n-t4irineA r# Ins tornall.A-. <p's^ '4man 0*11Desn'. dol "Q per ejonto oil.? ion're'* farIFVV114* wrom4.*dlo, [L*s.cludild.Aros avederl enu-ar or.*nwn-1 Page 2 of 3 WC XX' escrito a 41 {tket%4 de ;•sdrer1i* Cdrll.Arlichid. 221 EasE.!+lain 'S1rvsel. flcwunej Rock, 't'xi 78664, el 4'U<U M4At0 Puede WQC$e tlaiilt.y ell 10 de iulto de 2019 an to Orlo-Itla cis- ces,arrOltar C4ltrwrrlitE+firy, 221 Emix 1'o-lairt Sto•eert.R<sund 1Ltt4k TX urs tri Sitio.%cls lite Id C;urlarS t#a riouerat R<Xk v.-e.^V.COU rldrucklcx.sa tj►V'.• Ir tCrk t uy�r ra Irritrlci+t,7• n.a.i,�nnteri<rrrr•.rrlKt {C)MENTARICt VUOLICO E1 ush ur4upuosto de Jos fand<rs tederatles sr- atr%r.1MTa en al pl'art phalirn rwr dot Kan 4:vntotidado. La% rceome nducionas "ra tad,"tax suGveenciprso!s fuepon da- sorraitbd44 pot at n-orsonaf de lay Ciu- d.ed. Today In% rccaraa,ndncioncs +estabn strjc+t xc i c trnblos. Lu-.% pregunt s%cobra -ci plan pleliminar riot 1 fart contniid.sdo' 2019 2023 son biionvarrid.is V dchon dirir,3i6ocr a In Oficina dcr Da•zrralS* ,Carnunilario. 221 frast r..11n s,:rctcat. !round Rork. Cross. %°c1 ira-t, <vorl o nl 1 4J110. ODD f TsY), Los CCwnQn- 'r trlac Oscricas fe tm.3,lrlx rtracfetn %or rrn. +,:i.-tdos a la rnism.i diracci*rs torsos lrsc <orarzomlriol.dcib;rn ser renbk$m pot las Ofitrn,�l cull Oppart_aroor%Vs dr t]k-sarrcXlr+ rrnratttltil Nc� r►te5 ttt+ (.ss 5:00 is m•e1 10 die jislio<re 2019 El plan <001010 4WO Se a HUD of 15 de ag4slo de 701x.1 O•antes. La Ciudad oe? Round Rock Yt <or*tprOr"ete s tvr n al it curt !a Ley de EstaW<euntdeemsas ron aisrcdpac�cladres 4AMA) Y ra 5t{640n 504 cite la %.e'k dO flo'hrrabiritacioll de 1973.. s �li iiI 1 1 AUSTIN COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS PROOF OF PUBLICATION STATE OF TEXAS PUBLIC NOTICE Before me, the undersigned authority, a Notary Public in and for the County of Williamson, State of Texas, on this day personally appeared Jalen Rocha, Advertising Agent of the Round Rock Leader, which is a newspaper of general circulation published in the county of Williamson in the state of Texas,who being duly sworn by me, states that the attached advertisement was published at the lowest published rate for Classified advertising in said newspaper on the following date(s), to wit, and that the attached is a true copy of said advertisement:the following date(s), , first date of Publication 02/23/2019, last date of Publication 02/23/2019,web and print times Published 1, Legal ads 6 C. ROUND ROCK CDBG DEPT, CITY OF 221 E MAIN ST ROUND ROCK, TX 78664-5271 Invoice/Order Number: 0000458356 Ad Cost: $ 9.30 Paid: $209.30 Balance Due: $0.00 Signed ?Legal Advertising Age ) Sworn or affirmed to, and subscribed before me,this 27th day of June.2019 in Testimony whereof,I have hereunto set my hand and affixed my official seal,the day and year aforesaid. Signed - 0,/ 1-< (Notary) Please see Ad on (lowing page(s). �.�''Y`;,'', JAMES MICKLEft Notary Public,Stato C Trxas •.l^� 'i= Comm.Expires 04 '`�`•~ 131962')' '�'%�+°i1�``�` Notary ID _ 1 AVISO DE AUDENCIA PUBLICA PARA EVALUACI6N DE LAS NECESIDADES CIUDAD DE ROUND ROCK La Ciudad de Round Rock tendra una audlencia publica con ei propdsito de solicitor comentarios para el Program de Desarrollo Comunitario(CDBG). Los comentarios recibldos serdn considerados para CDBG Five Year Consolidated Plan(2019-2023)y el Plan de Action Anual 2019-2020 de la Ciudad do Round Rock. La audencta publica sera el siguiente: Jueves,14 de Marzo 2019 a las 6:00 P.M. City Hall—Council Chambers 221 East Main Stroet Round Rock,Texas 78664 La Ciudad anticipa a una asignacidn de$674,395 para el Programa de Desarrollo Comuntario(CDBG).A continuacidn se muestra una lista partial de las actividades eligibles. Necesidades de Instalaciones Necesidades de Infraestructura Publicas Mejoras de Drenaje de Centros de Personas Mayores Inundaciones Centros Juveniles Mejoras de Agua y Alcantariliado Centras del Barrio Mejoras de la Calle Parques y Recreacibn Accesibilidad Instituciones de Salud Necesidades de Desarrollo Centros de Culdado Infantil Econdmico Facilidades de Estacionamiento Asistencia tacnica Necesidades de Serviclos Publico Necesidades Refugios de Servicios para Personas Mayores Emergencla Servicios para discapacitados Necesidades de Vivienda Servicios para vivienda justa Planificacidn de to Comunidad Acomodacibnes para personas incapacitadas deberan ser disponibles bajo peticibn. Las presentaciones se haran en espaflol para aquellas personas que asi to deseen. Para obtener mas informacibn or para enviar comentarios escritos, por favor visite la Oficina del Departamento de Desarollo Comuntario, 221 East Main Street Round Rock,TX 78664 or flame a Elizabeth Alvarado al (512) 341-3328 or por correo electronico ealvarado0mundrncktexas.gov. Acceptamos comentarios hasta Marzo 14,2019 a las 5:00 pm. CERTIFICATION DE REGISTRO Certi(co quo este aviso de una audencia publica fue publicada of dia 22 de Febrem 2019 a las 5.00 p.m.tomo to require la ley,de conformidad con la Seccidrr 551.043 del Cddigo de Gobiemo de Texas. ` /ORIGINAL FIRMADO/ Sara L.White,TRMC,City Clerk Fecha de publicact6n:Sabado,23 de Febrero 2019 Page 2 of 2 ail ( III AUSTIN COMMUNITY NEWSPAPERS PROOF OF PUBLICATION STATE OF TEXAS PUBLIC NOTICE Before me, the undersigned authority, a Notary Public in and for the County of Williamson, State of Texas, on this day personally appeared Jalen Rocha, Advertising Agent of the Round Rock Leader, which is a newspaper of general circulation published in the county of Williamson in the state of Texas,who being duly sworn by me, states that the attached advertisement was published at the lowest published rate for Classified advertising in said newspaper on the following date(s), to wit, and that the attached is a true copy of said advertisement: the following date(s), , first date of Publication 02/23/2019, last date of Publication 02/23/2019, web and print times Published 1, Legal ads 6 C. ROUND ROCK CDBG DEPT, CITY OF 221 E MAIN ST ROUND ROCK, TX 78664-5271 Invoice/Order Number: 0000458350 Ad Cost: $2 . Paid: $209.30 Balance Due: $0.00 Signed (Lega)Advertising Agent) Sworn or affirmed to,and subscribed before me,this 27th day of June.2019 in Testimony whereof,l have hereunto set my hand and affixed my official seal,the day and year aforesaid. Signed (Notary) Please see Ad following page(s). �����Y;;'' JAMES MICKLER Notary Public,State of Texas : �.!^` OF Comm.Expires 04-05-2023 �''��f������ Notary ID 131962018 ..[ �,�- -� Page 1 of 2 NEEDS ASSESSMENT PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE CITY OF ROUND ROCK The City of Round Rock will hold a public hearing for the purpose of soliciting comments for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Comments received will be considered for the City of Round Rock Five Year Consolidated Plan(2019-2023)and the 2019-2020 Annual Action Pian. Interested parties are encouraged to attend and make their views known. The Public Hearing will be as follows: Thursday,March 14,2019 at 6:00 P.M. City Hall-Council Chambers 221 East Main Street Round Rock,Texas 78664 The City anticipates a proposed 2019 allocation of$674,395 for the Community Development Block Grant(CDBG)Program.Below Is a partial list of eligible activities. Public Facilities Needs Infrastructure Improvement Needs Senior Centers Flood Dra',n Improvements Youth Centers Water Improvements Neighborhood Facilities Sewer Improvements Parks and Recreation Facilities Street Improvements Health Facilities Accessibility Child Care Centers Economic Development Needs Parking Facilities Technical Assistanco Public Service Needs Load Based Paint/Hazard Abatement Senior Services Code Enforcement Handicapped Services Emergency Shelter Needs Youth Services Housing Needs Child Care Services Community Planning Accommodations for Individuals with handicaps shall be provided upon request. Las presenteclones se haran an espailol pare aqueilas personas quo asi to deseen. For more Information,please visit the Community Development Department Office, 221 East Main Street Round Rock,TX or tali(512)341-3328.Written comments may be forwarded to:Elizabeth G.Alvarado,CDBG Coordinator until March 14,2019 at 5pm City of Round Rock $ 221 East Main Street Round Rock,TX 78664 (512)341-3328 ealvarado0roundrockt exas.gov POS77NG CERTIF7CATION I certify that this notice of a public heanng was posted on this 22nd day of February 2019 at 5:00 p.m.as required by law in accordanco with Section 551.043 of the Texas Government Code. /ORIGINAL SIGNED/ Date of Publication:Saturday,February 23,2019 Sara L.White,TAMC,City Cleric Page 2 of 2 Mayor Counciimembers City Manager Craig Morgan Tammy Young Laurie Hadley Rene Flores Matthew Baker ROUND ROCK TEXAS Mayor Pro Tem Will Peckham City Attorney PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT Writ Baese Hilda Montgomery Stephan L.Sheets February 27, 2019 Christy D. Moffett, CDBG Planning Manager Office of the County Executive for Travis County Health & Human Services P.O. Box 1748 Austin, TX 78767 RE: CDBG FY 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan & FY 2019 Annual Action Plan Dear Ms. Moffett: The City of Round Rock is preparing its Five-Year Consolidated Plan (FY 2019-FY 2023) and Annual Action Plan for FY 2019. The City of Round Rock CP/AP are being prepared in order to implement programs that fund housing, community development, and economic development using the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program entitlement funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD). The CP/AP are being prepared for a five-year period beginning at the start of the City's FY 2019 Program on October 1, 2019. The Annual Action Plan outlines the use of funds that will be undertaken during FY 2019 to meet the CP goals. A Needs Assessment public hearing will be held before city council on March 14, 2019 at 6pm at 221 East Main Street Round Rock, Texas 78664. In agreement with HUD regulations under 24 CFR Part 91, Subpart B, Section 91.100 of the Federal Regulations, the City of Round Rock is notifying the adjacent units of general local government regarding the preparation of the CP and the availability of the CP for review. The City of Round Rock CP will be available for public review from May 14, 2019 to June 14, 2019. The City of Round Rock CP will be available for review at the Office of Community Development at 221 East Main Street Round Rock, Texas 78664 and on the city website at www.roundrocktexas.gov. Questions or comments regarding the City of Round Rock CP/AP should be submitted to my attention to the address listed above or via email at ealvarado&..roundrocktexas.gov. Should you have any questions, please call me at(512) 341-3328. Sincerely, ,b . ab- OA Elizabeth G. Alvarado, CDBG Coordinator CITY OF ROUND ROCK 301 West Bagdad,Suite 210,Round Rock,Texas 78664 Planning[P]512.218.5428-Code Enforcement[P] 512.341.3329-[F]512.218.3286-roundrocktexas.gov Mayor Councilmembers City Manager Craig Morgan Tammy Young Laurie Hadley Rene Flores Matthew Baker ROUND ROCK TEXAS Mayor Pro Tem Will Peckham City Attorney PLANNING& DEVELDPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT Writ Baese Hilda Montgomery Stephan L.Sheets February 27, 2019 Rosie Truelove, Director City of Austin Neighborhood Housing and Community Development 1000 East 11 s Street, Suite 200 Austin, TX 78702 RE: CDBG FY 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan & FY 2019 Annual Action Plan Dear Ms. Truelove: The City of Round Rock is preparing its Five-Year Consolidated Plan (FY 2019-FY 2023) and Annual Action Plan for FY 2019. The City of Round Rock CP/AP are being prepared in order to implement programs that fund housing, community development, and economic development using the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program entitlement funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD). The CP/AP are being prepared for a five-year period beginning at the start of the City's FY 2019 Program on October 1, 2019. The Annual Action Plan outlines the use of funds that will be undertaken during FY 2019 to meet the CP goals. A Needs Assessment public hearing will be held before city council on March 14, 2019 at 6pm at 221 East Main Street Round Rock, Texas 78664. In agreement with HUD regulations under 24 CFR Part 91, Subpart B, Section 91.100 of the Federal Regulations, the City of Round Rock is notifying the adjacent units of general local government regarding the preparation of the CP and the availability of the CP for review. The City of Round Rock CP will be available for public review from May 14, 2019 to June 14, 2019. The City of Round Rock CP will be available for review at the Office of Community Development at 221 East Main Street Round Rock, Texas 78664 and on the city website at www.roundrocktexas.gov. Questions or comments regarding the City of Round Rock CP/AP should be submitted to my attention to the address listed above or via email at ealvarado ,roundrocktexas.gov. Should you have any questions, please call me at(512) 341-3328. Sincerely, Elizab G. Alvarado, CDBG Coordinator CITY OF ROUND ROCK 301 West Bagdad,Suite 210,Round Rock,Texas 78664 Planning [P]512.218.5428-Code Enforcement[P] 512.341.3329-[F]512.218.3286-roundrocktexas.gov Mayor Councilmembers City Manager Craig Morgan Tammy Young Laurie Hadley Rene Flores Matthew Baker ROUND ROCK TEXAS Mayor Pro Tem Will Peckham City Attorney X PLANNING &DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT Writ Baese Hilda Montgomery Stephan L.Sheets February 27, 2019 Emily Barron, AICP, Planning Director City of Pflugerville 100 East Main Street, Suite 300 P.O. Box 589 Pflugerville, TX 78691 RE: CDBG FY 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan & FY 2019 Annual Action Plan Dear Ms. Barron: The City of Round Rock is preparing its Five-Year Consolidated Plan (FY 2019-FY 2023) and Annual Action Plan for FY 2019. The City of Round Rock CP/AP are being prepared in order to implement programs that fund housing, community development, and economic development using the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program entitlement funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The CP/AP are being prepared for a five-year period beginning at the start of the City's FY 2019 Program on October 1, 2019. The Annual Action Plan outlines the use of funds that will be undertaken during FY 2019 to meet the CP goals. A Needs Assessment public hearing will be held before city council on March 14, 2019 at 6pm at 221 East Main Street Round Rock, Texas 78664. In agreement with HUD regulations under 24 CFR Part 91, Subpart B, Section 91.100 of the Federal Regulations, the City of Round Rock is notifying the adjacent units of general local government regarding the preparation of the CP and the availability of the CP for review. The City of Round Rock CP will be available for public review from May 14, 2019 to June 14, 2019. The City of Round Rock CP will be available for review at the Office of Community Development at 221 East Main Street Round Rock, Texas 78664 and on the city website at www.roundrocktexas.gov. Questions or comments regarding the City of Round Rock CP/AP should be submitted to my attention to the address listed above or via email at ealvaradoo)roundrocktexas.gov. Should you have any questions, please call me at(512) 341-3328. Sincerely, • �Amasa Elizabet . Alvarado, CDBG Coordinator CITY OF ROUND ROCK 301 West Bagdad,Suite 210,Round Rock,Texas 78664 Planning [P] 512.21B.5428•Code Enforcement[P] 512.341.3329-[F] 512.218.3286•roundrockte As.gov Alt- Mayor Councilmembers City Manager Craig Morgan Tammy Young Laurie Hadley Rene Flores Matthew Baker ROUND ROCK TEXAS Mayor Pro Tem Will Peckham City Attorney PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT Writ Baese Hilda Montgomery Stephan L.Sheets February 27, 2019 Sally Bardwell, CDBG Grant Coordinator Williamson County Community Development Block Grant 710 Main Street Georgetown, TX 78626 RE: CDBG FY 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan & FY 2019 Annual Action Plan Dear Ms. Bardwell: The City of Round Rock is preparing its Five-Year Consolidated Plan (FY 2019-FY 2023) and Annual Action Plan for FY 2019. The City of Round Rock CP/AP are being prepared in order to implement programs that fund housing, community development, and economic development using the City's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program entitlement funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD). The CP/AP are being prepared for a five-year period beginning at the start of the City's FY 2019 Program on October 1, 2019. The Annual Action Plan outlines the use of funds that will be undertaken during FY 2019 to meet the CP goals. A Needs Assessment public hearing will be held before city council on March 14, 2019 at 6pm at 221 East Main Street Round Rock, Texas 78664. In agreement with HUD regulations under 24 CFR Part 91, Subpart B, Section 91.100 of the Federal Regulations, the City of Round Rock is notifying the adjacent units of general local government regarding the preparation of the CP and the availability of the CP for review. The City of Round Rock CP will be available for public review from May 14, 2019 to June 14, 2019. The City of Round Rock CP will be available for review at the Office of Community Development at 221 East Main Street Round Rock, Texas 78664 and on the city website at www.roundrocktexas.gov. Questions or comments regarding the City of Round Rock CP/AP should be submitted to my attention to the address listed above or via email at ealvarado ,roundrocktexas.gov. Should you have any questions, please call me at(512) 341-3328. Sincerely, b. 00�A&,7111 Elizabet G. Alvarado, CDBG Coordinator CITY OF ROUND ROCK 301 West Bagdad,Suite 210,Round Rock,Texas 78664 Planning [P]512.218.5428-Code Enforcement[P] 512.341.3329-[F] 512.218.3286-roundrocktexas.gov