Contract - HUD - 7/28/2016:K TEXAS
CDBG 2016-2017 DRAFT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
October 1, 2016 to September 30, 2017
Prepared by:
The Office of Community Development
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
www.roundrocktexas.gov
512.218.3295
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ROUND ROCK TEXAS
ROUND ROCK CITY COUNCIL
Alan McGraw
Mayor
Council Members
Craig Morgan — Mayor Pro -tem, Place 1
Rene Flores — Place 2
Frank Leffingwell — Place 3
Will Peckham — Place 4
Writ Baese — Place 5
Kris Whitfield — Place 6
Laurie Hadley, City Manager
Round Rock CDBG Annual Action Plan 2016-2017
OUNO ROCK TEXAS
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Table of Contents
AP -05 Executive Summary— 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)...........................................................
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PR -05 Lead & Responsible Agencies — 91.200(b)..........................................................................
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AP -10 Consultation — 91.100.91.200(b), 91.215(1)......................................................................
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AP -12 Participation — 91.105, 91.200(c)........................................................................................
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AP -15 Expected Resources — 91.220(c)(1,2).................................................................................
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AP -20 Annual Goals and Objectives — 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e)................................................
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AP -35 Projects — 91.220(d)...............................................................................................................
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AP -38 Projects Summary ..................................................................................................................
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AP -50 Geographic Distribution — 91.220(f)....................................................................................
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AP -55 Affordable Housing — 91.220(g)...........................................................................................
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AP -60 Public Housing-91.220(h)...................................................................................................
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AP -65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities — 91.220(i) ................................................
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AP -75 Barriers to Affordable Housing-91.220(j).........................................................................
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AP -85 Other Actions — 91.220(k).....................................................................................................
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AP -90 Program Specific Requirements — 91.220(I)(1,2,4)...........................................................
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Attachments
Attachment I: Public Notice and Comments
Attachment II: Grantee Unique Appendices
A. Maps:
• Non -Project Map
• Project Maps
• Alternate Projects Map
• Map 1: Low and Moderate Income (LMI) Areas
• Map 2: Concentration of Ethnic Minorities
• Map 3: Concentration of Racial Minorities
Attachment III: SF 424 and Certifications
Round Rock CDBG Annual Action Plan 2016-2017
Executive Summary
AP -05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction
The City of Round Rock (the City) is a federal entitlement community under the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. As a
HUD entitlement community, the City is required to prepare an Annual Action Plan in order to
implement the CDBG program that funds housing, community development and economic development
within the community. The City of Round Rock Annual Action Plan covers the period from October 1,
2016 to September 30, 2017. The City of Round Rock will receive $572,999 in CDBG funds for the 2016-
2017 program year. This is the third year to implement the high priority needs that are identified in the
City of Round Rock Five Year Consolidated Plan (2014-2018). In this third year, Community Development
Block Grant funds are allocated to Public Services, Public Facilities and Improvements and Program
Administration. (see projects in Section AP 35)
During the development of this plan, the City held two public hearings to solicit input from residents and
social service providers in Round Rock. Comments regarding the need for mental health counseling
were received at the first public hearing.
The City may obligate up to 20% of the current year's allocation ($114,600) for eligible and reasonable
planning administrative costs. [25 CFR 570.200 (g)]
The City may obligate up to 15% of the current year's allocation ($85,950) for public services. [24 CFR
570.201 (e)]
In addition to funding caps, other federal requirements will be considered to determine if a project is
eligible for CDBG funding. Any project or activity must meet one of the three (3) National Objectives to
be eligible [24 CFR 570.200 (a)]: 1) Benefit low to moderate income persons, or 2) Prevent slum or
blight; or 3) Meet an urgent need (per HUD's definition).
2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
This could be a restatement of items or a table listed elsewhere in the plan or a reference to
another location. It may also contain any essential items from the housing and homeless needs
assessment, the housing market analysis or the strategic plan.
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The City of Round Rock is using the three (3) main components of the HUD Outcome Performance
Measurement System: Objectives, Outcomes and Indicators.
The HUD Outcome Performance Measurement System offers three (3) possible objectives for each
activity: Decent housing, a suitable living environment and expanded economic opportunities.
The second component of HUD's Performance Measurement System is closely related to the objectives.
The program outcome helps further refine the grantee's objective and is designed to capture the nature
of the change or the expected result of the objective that a grantee seeks to achieve. The three
outcomes are: Availability, Affordability and Sustainability.
There are some common indicators that will be reported for nearly all program activities. The four
common indicators are:
1. Amount of money leveraged from other Federal, State, local, and private sources, per activity.
2. Number of persons, households, businesses, units or beds assisted as appropriate.
3. Income levels of persons or households by 30 percent, 50 percent, 60 percent, or 80 percent of
area median income.
4. Race, ethnicity, and disability rate for activities that currently report these data elements.
The City has been awarded CDBG funds in the amount of $572,999 for the 2016-2017 program
year. The City has an additional $150,000 from the general fund to fully fund social services projects
that exceed the 15% cap for public services. In accordance with the priorities identified and outlined in
the City's Consolidation Plan, two infrastructure projects and four public facility projects were identified
for PY16 allocations. The projects will serve low to moderate income areas and households within the
City. The Action Plan covers the period of October 1, 2016 through September 30, 2017. The projects
meet national goals and supports ongoing efforts in the community to address the growing
population.
The City has developed these performance measures in accordance with the Final Rule for 24 CFR Parts
91.220 and 91 as well as utilizing IDIS to track the outputs and outcomes of each project and activity.
3. Evaluation of past performance
This is an evaluation of past performance that helped lead the grantee to choose its goals or
projects.
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The City of Round Rock has a history of successful programs funded through the Community
Development Block Grant Program. Of particular importance to the health of the City have been
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programs that address the condition of the housing stock. The City has successfully funded CDBG
projects which have improved the overall quality of life and the community serving low- and moderate -
income persons. The City has successfully funded housing rehabilitation activities targeting lower
income and elderly households unable to properly maintain their homes. The City also funds social
service agencies that provide services aimed at helping low to moderate income persons with
housing/mortgage assistance and access to a food pantry.
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process
Summary from citizen participation section of plan.
The City of Round Rock's goal for citizen participation is to ensure a broad participation of City residents,
housing, economic and service providers in the planning and implementation of community
development and housing programs. Citizen Participation takes the form of advertised public hearings.
For the development of the 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan, a public notice was published in the Round
Rock Leader on February 18, 2016.
Notice of this "Needs Assessment" public hearing was also posted on the bulletin outside city hall on
February 19, 2016 and posted in the "City News" section of the City of Round Rock's website
(www.roundrocktexas.gov).
Residents were notified of the draft plan comment period (May 10, 2016 to June 22, 2016) in the Round
Rock Leader on May 7, 2016 and notice was posted on the bulletin outside City Hall and on the City
website as well.
5. Summary of public comments
This could be a brief narrative summary or reference an attached document from the Citizen
Participation section of the Con Plan.
At the Annual Action Plan Needs Assessment public hearing, the following comments were received:
Speaker 1- Reverend Catherine Curly - She is a pastor from Round Rock Presbyterian Church. The
church has partnered with Gordon Butler to assist people with mental illness. Mr. Butler wrote the
manual for the State of Texas on how people with mental illnesses secure jobs. She introduced Mr.
Butler.
Speaker 2 - Gordon Butler - He is a faculty consultant with the UT Health Science Center for the
Psychiatry Department. He discussed the Clubhouse Program which currently runs part-time and asked
for assistance to bring the program to full-time status. The Clubhouse Program does not work with
medications. They help people with mental illnesses to help them get back into the workforce. The
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program helps move people from disability to independence. He also shared success stories of this
program.
Speaker 3 - Paul Jordan - He is a charter member of the Round Rock Presbyterian Church. He has been
in law enforcement for over 40 years, in the intelligence unit, mostly dealing with narcotics and sex
offenders. He stated that not everyone that goes to jail needs to go to jail. Through the Clubhouse
Program, he is hoping they can create a diversion program to help these types of criminals get jobs.
These comments were taken into consideration.
During the comment period from May 10, 2016 - June 22, 2016, the following comments were received:
One phone call was received from Mr./Mrs. Charles Hamilton. They saw the ad in the paper relating to
the annual action plan. They inquired as to where they could obtain more information. Our Finance
department directed them to the City of Round Rock's webpage and instructed them on how to get to
the CDBG page. We also informed them of the various locations where the draft action plan could be
viewed. Lastly, we told them the date/time of the public hearing if they wanted to provide any
feedback.
At the public hearing to receive comments over the Draft Consolidated Annual Action Plan for Fiscal
Year 2016-2017, no comments were received.
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
All comments were taken into consideration. None were not accepted. See above for details on
commentary.
7. Summary
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The 2016 Draft Annual Action Plan was placed in the Central Library, the offices of the Housing and
Community Development, the Alan R. Baca Senior Center, the Round Rock Housing Authority and online
for public review and comment during the period May 10, 2016 to June 22, 2016 at 5pm.
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PR -05 Lead & Responsible Agencies — 91.200(b)
1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan
Describe the agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant
program and funding source.
Agency Role Name Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator ROUND ROCK Office of Community Development/Finance Department
Table 1— Responsible Agencies
Narrative (optional)
The City of Round Rock Office of Community Development is the lead agency for the preparation of the Annual Action Plan and the
administration of the CDBG program. Annual funding requests open in February with applications due in March. Funding decisions are
approved by City Council in July with the decision-making process beginning in March and continuing through final approval in July.
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Office of Community Development
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
Contact: Lorie Lankford, Deputy CFO
Telephone: 512-218-3295
Email: Lankford@roundrocktexas.gov
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AP -10 Consultation — 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1)
1. Introduction
The City of Round Rock CDBG Office is the lead agency in implementing the Consolidated Plan and
Annual Plan. The CDBG Administrator works closely with local social service agencies and other City
agencies and committees to meet the needs of LMI residents. These efforts will continue in the 2016-
2017 plan year.
The City works with a wide variety of agencies, organizations and service providers in an effort to
identify local housing and service needs. On-going relationships, focused on specific needs designed to
bring public input into the Annual Action Plan, are another way the City utilizes outside organizations in
the consultation and development process.
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))
The City of Round Rock attends the Williamson County Monthly Networking Meetings held the first
Tuesday of every month. At these networking meetings, non -profits, social service providers, public
housing agencies, and health and human service providers discuss the needs of their clients as well as
resources and services that their agency provides for the community. The City also works closely with
the Housing Authority of Round Rock who organizes resources from the federal government to address
the housing needs of City's lowest income households.
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.
The City of Round Rock Office of Community Development works closely with local homeless providers,
including Hope Alliance and the Round Rock Area Serving Center to address the needs of the homeless
persons.
In the past, the City of Round Rock has funded the Round Rock Area Serving Center. Funding was used
for the purchase of food for the food pantry. The Round Rock Area Serving Center assisted over 1,000
households with food during program year 2015. In an effort to prevent homelessness, the Round Rock
Area Serving Center also provides mortgage assistance to the residents of Round Rock. The City will
continue to fund the Round Rock Area Serving Center for PY2016.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate
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outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and
procedures for the operation and 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, the recipient of ESG funds for the area that includes the
City of Round Rock. The City of Round Rock is also a member of the Texas Homeless Network, the lead
agency for Continuum of Care in Williamson County.
2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process
and describe the jurisdiction's consultations with housing, social service agencies and other
entities
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Table 2 — Agencies, groups, organizations who participated
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Agency/Group/Organization
ROUND ROCK AREA SERVING CENTER
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services - Housing
Services - Homeless
Services - Education
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Consultation?
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
The City of Round Rock has an on-going relationship with the Round Rock Area
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
Serving Center. During the year, the Office of Community Development often
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
receives calls from residents asking for information on resources for homeless
or homeless prevention. The City works throughout the year with the Serving
Center to meet the needs of these residents.
2
Agency/Group/Organization
ROUND ROCK HOUSING AUTHORITY
Agency/Group/Organization Type
PHA
Services -Education
Services -Employment
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Public Housing Needs
Consultation?
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
The Round Rock Housing Authority has three (3) locations in Round Rock that
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
provide housing to 100 families. The Round Rock Housing Authority issues
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
approximately 125 housing vouchers a year. In addition to receiving CDBG funds
for their Neighborhood Outreach Center, they also receive a yearly Capital Fund
Grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that
allows them to maintain and rehab existing units. This funding also allows for
the training of staff.
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Agency/Group/Organization
HOPE ALLIANCE
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Victims of Domestic Violence
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Consultation?
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
The City of Round Rock works closely with Hope Alliance throughout the year.
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
In addition to awarding CDBG funds for shelter rehabilitation, the City also
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
awards Hope Alliance with social service funds to pay the salary for a counselor.
4
Agency/Group/Organization
BLUEBONNET TRAILS COMMUNITY MENTAL HEALTH AND MENTAL
RETARDATION
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Health
Health Agency
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Transitional Housing
Consultation?
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
CDBG staff networks with providers of different programs at Blue Bonnet Trails
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
Mental Health and Mental Retardation.
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
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Agency/Group/Organization
Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Housing
Services - Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Actions to foster/maintain affordable housing
Consultation?
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
City of Round Rock is currently funding Habitat for Humanity for their
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
Affordable Home Repair Program. CDBG staff refers clients needing home
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
repair and housing to Habitat for Humanity.
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Agency/Group/Organization
ABUSED & NEGLECTED CHILDREN -CASA
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services - Children
Services - Homeless
Services - Victims
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Consultation?
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
CDBG staff works with CASA during the program year because CASA is a CDBG
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
funded agency.
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
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Agency/Group/Organization
City of Round Rock
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Housing
Other government - Local
Planning organization
Grantee Department
Neighborhood Organization
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Housing Needs Assessment
Consultation?
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
CDBG staff consults during the program year and during the development of the
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
action plan with the City of Round Rock Code Enforcement, Planning,
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
Development Services, Inspection, and Neighborhood Services departments
through phone calls, emails, and meetings.
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Agency/Group/Organization
AUSTIN TENANTS COUNCIL
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Service -Fair Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Consultation?
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Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
CDBG staff consults with the Austin Tenants Council during the program year.
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
Residents needing assistance with tenant/landlord issues or wanting to file a
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
fair housing complaint are referred to the Austin Tenants Council.
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Agency/Group/Organization
WILLIAMSON COUNTY HEALTH DISTRICT
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Children
Services -Elderly Persons
Services -Persons with HIV/AIDS
Services -Health
Health Agency
Other government - County
What section of the Plan was addressed by
health care needs
Consultation?
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
CDBG staff networks during the program year with the Williamson County
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
Health District. Coordination, client needs, and resource information is
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
exchanged at the Williamson County monthly networking meeting.
10
Agency/Group/Organization
WILLIAMSON BURNET COUNTIES OPPORTUNITIES (WBCO)
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Children
Services -Elderly Persons
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Consultation?
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
CDBG staff networked and consulted with the Williamson County CDBG
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
Coordinator during the program year.
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
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Agency/Group/Organization
Williamson County Commissioners Court
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Other government - County
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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 Annual Action Plan. No individual agency was intentionally omitted.
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Networking
Continuum of Care
Consultation?
Coordinating homelessness services with Continuum of Care priorities.
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
CDBG staff networked and consulted with the Williamson County CDBG
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
Coordinator during the program year.
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
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 Annual Action Plan. No individual agency was intentionally omitted.
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?
Continuum of Care
Texas Homeless Network
Coordinating homelessness services with Continuum of Care priorities.
Table 3 — Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
Narrative (optional)
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AP -12 Participation — 91.105, 91.200(c)
1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal -setting
Citizen participation was obtained through public hearings at City Council meetings and public notices in the local newspaper. The City of Round
Rock Citizen Participation Plan details procedures to follow for public hearings, plan amendments, reporting information and public
accountability.
The Action Plan was available on the City website, at the public library, at the Alan R. Baca Senior Center, at City Hall, and the Round Rock
Housing Authority, and all public notices listed these places along with the address to each location.
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Sort
Order
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
comments
received
Summary of
comments
not
accepted
and reasons
URL (if
applicable)
Speaker 1- Reverend Catherine
Curly's comments: The church has
partnered with Gordon Butler to
assist people with mental illness.
Mr. Butler wrote the manual for
Reverend Catherine Curly,
the State of Texas on how people
pastorfrom Round Rock
Persons with
with mental illnesses secure jobs.
Presbyterian Church;
disabilities
She introduced Mr. Butler.
These
Gordon Butler, faculty
Speaker 2 - Gordon Butler's
comments
consultant with the UT
Residents of
comments: The Clubhouse
were taken
Public
Health Science Center for
1
Public and
Program currently runs part-time
into
Hearing
the Psychiatry
Assisted
and he asked for assistance to
consideration.-
Department; and Paul
Housing
bring the program to full-time
No comments
Jordan, charter member of
status. The Clubhouse Program
were rejected.
the Round Rock
Seniors
does not work with medications.
Presbyterian Church were
They help people with mental
in attendance.
illnesses to help them get back
into the workforce. The program
helps move people from disability
to independence. He also shared
success stories of this program.
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Sort
Order
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
comments
received
Summary of
comments
not
accepted
and reasons
URL (if
applicable)
Speaker 3 - Paul Jordan's
comments: He has been in law
enforcement for over 40 years, in
the intelligence unit, mostly
dealing with narcotics and sex
offenders. He stated that not
everyone that goes to jail needs to
go to jail. Through the Clubhouse
Program, he is hoping they can
create a diversion program to help
these types of criminals get jobs.
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Sort
Order
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
comments
received
Summary of
comments
not
accepted
and reasons
URL (if
applicable)
During the comment period from
May 10, 2016 -June 22, 2016, the
following comments were
received: One phone call was
received from Mr./Mrs. Charles
Hamilton. They saw the ad in the
Persons with
paper relating to the annual action
disabilities
plan. They inquired as to where
they could obtain more
Residents of
N/A -
Newspaper
information. Our Finance
2
Public and
No response
comment was
Ad
department directed them to the
Assisted
inquiry only
City of Round Rock's webpage and
Housing
instructed them on how to get to
the CDBG page. We also informed
Seniors
them of the various locations
where the draft action plan could
be viewed. Lastly, we told them
the date/time of the public
hearing if they wanted to provide
any feedback.
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Sort
Order
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary of
comments
received
Summary of
comments
not
accepted
and reasons
URL (if
applicable)
Persons with
disabilities
Residents of
Internet
www.roundtock
3
Public and
No response
No comments received
N/A
Outreach
texas.gov
Assisted
Housing
Seniors
Persons with
disabilities
posting of
public
Residents of
4
notice on
Public and
No response
No comments received
N/A
city bulletin
Assisted
outside City
Housing
Hall
Seniors
Table 4 — Citizen Participation Outreach
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Expected Resources
AP -15 Expected Resources — 91.220(c) (1, 2)
Introduction
It is anticipated that the City of Round Rock will receive CDBG funds totaling $572,999 for FY 2016-2017.
Priority Table
Program
Source
of Funds
Uses of Funds
Expected
Amount
Available Year
1
Expected
Amount
Narrative Description
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total:
Allocation:
Income:
Resources:
$
Available
$
$
$
Reminder
of ConPlan
CDBG
public -
Acquisition
CDBG funds will be used to address
federal
Admin and
housing and non -housing community
Planning
development needs. Program income is
Economic
generated by Habitat for Humanity Land
Development
Acquisition.
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services
572,999
7,065
0
580,064
1,138,726
Table 5 - 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 Annual Allocation and General Funds to assist the social service funding
process. By combining these two processes, the City assures the funding of social service programs providing high priority needs with General
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Funds that could not be funded with CDBG funds due to the 15% funding cap. This also eliminates the duplication of services. The process for
selecting projects for funding social services is as follows: the scoring team, consisting of Council members, an Assistant City Manager, 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 publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs
identified in the plan
Sidewalk improvements in the Greenhill Subdivision in publicly owned land and downtown sidewalks will address the need in the community for
improved public facilities.
Discussion
The City of Round Rock developed Program Income Policies and Procedures. These policies and procedures are included with every CDBG
agreement as an attachment. The policy details the following:
• definition and examples of program income
• disposition of income and reports
• income more than $25,000 or income less than $25,000
Should an agency or activity generate program income, the City will use this policy to determine how these funds will be spent.
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Goals Summary Information
Sort
Goal Name
Start
End
Category
Geographic
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
Order
Year
Year
Area
1
Public Facility and
2014
2018
Non -Housing
Non -housing
CDBG:
Public Facility or Infrastructure
Infrastructure
Community
Community
$372,450
Activities other than
Improvements
Development
Development
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit: 819 Persons Assisted
2
Public Services:
2014
2018
Affordable
Affordable
CDBG:
Public service activities for
Housing Assistance
Housing
Housing
$25,000
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit: 550 Households Assisted
3
Public Services: Food
2014
2018
Public Services
Affordable
CDBG:
Public service activities for
Banks
Housing
$25,000
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit: 950 Households Assisted
4
Public Services:
2014
2018
Non -housing
CDBG:
Public service activities other
CASA Child Advocacy
Community
$20,000
than Low/Moderate Income
Development
Housing Benefit: 88 Persons
Assisted
5
Public Services: After
2014
2018
Public Services
Non -housing
CDBG:
Public service activities other
School Tutoring
Community
$15,949
than Low/Moderate Income
Development
Housing Benefit: 100 Persons
Assisted
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Goal Descriptions
1
Goal Name
Public Facility and Infrastructure Improvements
Goal
Description
Greenhill sidewalks and downtown sidewalk improvements.
2
Goal Name
Public Services: Housing Assistance
Goal
Description
Housing and emergency shelter needs, help the elderly maintain independence, help families avoid eviction and
homelessness.
3
Goal Name
Public Services: Food Banks
Goal
Description
Purchase food from the Capital Area Food Bank for $0.13 a pound to provide food to indigent, low income,
homelessness and transient people.
4
Goal Name
Public Services: CASA Child Advocacy
Goal
Description
Court appointed volunteers who advocate for the abused or neglected children in court.
5
Goal Name
Public Services: After School Tutoring
Goal
Description
Personnel and supplies for the Neighborhood Outreach Center
Table 7 — Goal Descriptions
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 91.215(b):
The City of Round Rock does not receive HOME funds.
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AP -35 Projects — 91.220(d)
Introduction
The Annual Action Plan reflects the City's funding priorities and identifies the projects that the City
proposed to implement with funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development's
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The funding is allocated according to the
community's highest priority needs.
#
Project Name
1
Public Services
2
Public Facilities and Improvements
3
City of Round Rock Program Administration
Table 8 — 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 City identified two low -to -moderate income
neighborhoods where pedestrian transportation is minimal. The City has a number of areas of town
that are without sidewalks. Unfortunately, the need for infrastructure far exceeds the amount of CDBG
funding available. 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 in an effort to leverage the limited amount of CDBG
funds available.
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Projects
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Project Summary Information
Table 9 —Project Summary
1
Project Name
Public Services
Target Area
Goals Supported
Public Services: Housing Assistance
Public Services: Food Banks
Public Services: CASA Child Advocacy
Needs Addressed
Non -housing Community Development
Affordable Housing
Funding
CDBG: $85,949
Description
Funding will pay for public service activities that were approved in the 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan.
Matrix codes: 05N, 05W,05Q,05A,05
Target Date
9/30/2017
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Estimate the number and The estimated number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities for applicants
type of families that will selected for CDBG funding are as follows:
benefit from the proposed . Round Rock Housing Authority - Neighborhood Outreach Center: 100 unduplicated clients
activities
Eligibility Criteria: 24 CFR 570.201(e) Public Services
National Objective: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B)LMI
• Round Rock Area Serving Center- Food Pantry: 950 unduplicated clients
Eligibility Criteria: 24 CFR 570.201(e) Public Services
National Objective: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B)LMI
• Round Rock Area Serving Center - Housing Assistance: 550 unduplicated clients
Eligibility Criteria: 24 CFR 570.201(e) Public Services
National Objective: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B)LMI
• CASA of Williamson County, Texas - Court Advocacy for Abused or Neglected Children: 88
unduplicated clients
Eligibility Criteria: 24 CFR 570.201(e) Public Services
National Objective: 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(B)LMI
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Location Description
The location description for applicants selected for CDBG funding are as follows:
• Round Rock Housing Authority - Neighborhood Outreach Center
1505 Lance Lane, Round Rock, TX 78664
1100 Westwood Drive, Round Rock, TX 78664
• Round Rock Area Serving Center - Food Pantry
1099 E Main Street, Round Rock, TX 78664
• Round Rock Area Serving Center - Housing Assistance
1099 E Main Street, Round Rock, TX 78664
• CASA of Williamson County, Texas - Court Advocacy for Abused or Neglected Children
Williamson County
Planned Activities
The planned activities for applicants selected for CDBG funding are as follows:
• Round Rock Housing Authority - Neighborhood Outreach Center: Funding in the amount of
$15,949 will provide after school tutoring for the kids at the Round Rock Housing Authority.
• Round Rock Area Serving Center - Food Pantry: Funding in the amount of $25,000 will assist with
feeding residents with food from their food pantry.
• Round Rock Area Serving Center - Housing Assistance: Funding in the amount of $25,000 will
provide rent or mortgage payments for up to $100 per client.
• CASA of Williamson County, Texas - Court Advocacy for Abused or Neglected Children: Funding in
the amount of $20,000 will pay for the partial salary for the Volunteer Recruiter/Trainer
Coordinator position that will recruit and train volunteers that will advocate for abused and
neglected children in court.
2
Project Name
Public Facilities and Improvements
Target Area
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Goals Supported
Public Facility and Infrastructure Improvements
Needs Addressed
Non -housing Community Development
Funding
CDBG: $372,450
Description
Funds will be used to pay for public facilities and improvements that were approved in the 2016-2017
Annual Action Plan.
Target Date
9/30/2017
Estimate the number and
Sidewalks at Greenhill Subdivision will benefit 238 households.
type of families that will
Eligibility Criteria: 24 CFR 570.201 (c) Public Facilities and Improvements
benefit from the proposed
activities
National Objective: 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(1)(i) Low to Moderate Income Area
Sidewalks in downtown area will benefit households.
Eligibility Criteria: 24 CFR 570.201 (c) Public Facilities and Improvements
National Objective: 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(1)(i) Low to Moderate Income Area
Location Description
Greenhill subdivision (construction of new sidewalks): sidewalks along the west sides of Cameo Drive,
Easton Drive, and Farnswood Drive.
Downtown (construction of new sidewalks): sidewalks on the south side of Austin Avenue from Nelson
Street to approximately 100 feet east of Pecan Lane.
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Planned Activities
Planned activities for projects selected for CDBG funding are as follows:
• Round Rock Transportation Department - Greenhill Sidewalk Improvements: to construct 13,235
square feet of 4 foot, and 5 foot -wide sidewalks along the west sides of Cameo Drive, Easton
Drive, and Farnswood Drive. This will complete the sidewalk improvements project in the
Greenhill subdivision. Previously CDBG funds have been used to do phase I of sidewalks,
neighborhood clean-up, street improvements, and the spring park improvements Greenhill Park.
• Round Rock Transportation Department - Downtown Sidewalk Improvements: to construct
sidewalks on the south side of Austin Avenue from Nelson Street to approximately 100 feet east
of Pecan Lane.
3
Project Name
City of Round Rock Program Administration
Target Area
Goals Supported
Needs Addressed
Non -housing Community Development
Affordable Housing
Funding
CDBG: $114,600
Description
Funds will be used for the oversight and administration of the CDBG program for the City of Round Rock.
Target Date
9/30/2017
Estimate the number and
N/A: administrative activity
type of families that will
benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description
221 East Main Street, Round Rock, TX 78664
Planned Activities
Administration and management of the CDBG program
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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
Priority CDBG funding areas in the City of Round Rock include those areas where there is a high rate of
low to moderate income (LMI) persons.
The following are the LMI block groups within the City of Round Rock:
Census tract:18.51/Block group:3/Persons:1165/50% LMI
Census tract:18.51/Block group:4/Persons:1000/66.45% LMI
Census tract:2O5.O4/Block group:1/Persons:1055/66.14% LMI
Census tract:2O5.O4/Block group:2/Persons:92O/49.33% LMI
Census t ra ct:205.04/B lock group:4/Persons:1655/75.74% LMI
Census tract:2O6.O2/Block group:2/Persons:265/47.75% LMI
Census tract:207.01/Block group:l/Persons:71O/57.96% LMI
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Census tract:207.03/Block group:2/Persons:2025/54.22% LMI
Census tra ct:207.04/B lock group:2/Persons:1045/53.18% LMI
Census tract: 207.04/Block group:3/Persons:750/70.42% LMI
Census tract:207.07/Block group:2/Persons:1095/71.34% LMI
Census tract:208.03/Block group:l/Persons:1250/53.19% LMI
Census tract:215.02/Block group:l/Persons:2425/62.02% LMI
Census tract:215.02/Block group:2/Persons:850/79.44% LMI
Census tract:215.03/Block group:1/Persons:1205/59.21% LMI
Census tract: 215.05/Block group:1/Persons:795/54.27% LMI
Percentage of Funds: 100%
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Table 10 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
The City of Round Rock estimates that 100% of the funds will be dedicated to projects in the target areas
and that these funds assist a large number of low to moderate income residents.
Target Area: Low to Moderate Income (LMI) Areas
Percentage of Funds: 100%
Discussion
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Affordable Housing
AP -55 Affordable Housing — 91.220(g)
Introduction
The City of Round Rock will support two programs in FY 2016 (2016-2017) that supports affordable
housing.
The Housing Assistance Program offered by the Round Rock Area Serving Center will be supported by FY
2016 CDBG funds. This program will assist up to 550 households with $100 for rent or mortgage per
household. This program provides housing and emergency shelter needs, helps elderly maintain
independence, and helps families avoid eviction and homelessness.
Habitat for Humanity of Williamson County will be supported by FY 2015 CDBG funds. This program
provides minor home repair of low income residents of Round Rock up to $10,000 per unit. Funds will
be spent on the purchase of materials; volunteers will do the actual home repairs.
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless 0
Non -Homeless 0
Special -Needs 0
Total 0
Table 11- One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through
Rental Assistance 550
The Production of New Units 0
Rehab of Existing Units 3
Acquisition of Existing Units 0
Total 553
Table 12 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
Discussion
The Habitat for Humanity will be funded with prior 2015 funds. They propose to rehab 3 existing units.
The Round Rock Area Serving Center's Housing Assistance Program provides assistance with rent and
temporary shelter to help families in crisis when they have fallen on hard times and fall behind on their
bills. To avoid an eviction, serving center assists the family to stay current. Assistance includes help for
low-income families and fixed-income elderly people with rental assistance and provides rental or
mortgage assistance for indigent families to prevent eviction. Assistance also includes short-term
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temporary shelter for homeless and stranded people.
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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 Housing Authority owns 100 units and administers 209 Section 8 Housing Choice
Vouchers.
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing
The Round Rock Housing Authority receives approximately $97,040 annually in Capital Fund Grant from
HUD to provide for the maintenance and renovation needs of its public housing stock, which it considers
to be in good condition.
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and
participate in homeownership
A five member board, including a resident board member, oversees the Round Rock Housing
Authority. The board is appointed by the Mayor and City Council. Each board member serves a two
yearterm.
To meet RRHA's goal to promote self-sufficiency, the housing authority administers the family self-
sufficiency (FSS) program. The FSS program continues to serve families in the Housing Choice Voucher
(HCV) and Public Housing (PH) Programs. Present participants have completed the following goals:
• obtaining or maintaining employment
• continuing to pursue higher education
• continue to maintain first time businesses with supportive mentorship and education
The unique value of the FSS program is that clients are able to receive supportive case management to
reach their individual goals towards self-sufficiency.
Currently there are no public housing homeownership initiatives in place either under the public housing
program or the Section 8 program.
If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be
provided or other assistance
N/A - the Round Rock Housing Authority is no longer in "troubled status." Rather, they are now
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considered a "high performer" as their overall REAC Score is 90 and their REAC Inspection score is 96.
Discussion
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.
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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 non-profit membership -based
organization helping Texas communities to prevent and end homelessness. THN is a 501(c)(3)
organization that is partially funded through the 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 funds the Round Rock Area Serving Center with CDBG funds to assist residents in
jeopardy of becoming homeless with housing and mortgage assistance. Sometimes the loss of a job or
an illness can cause a family to fall behind on rent or mortgage which can lead to eviction. Funding the
housing/mortgage assistance program is an action and goal that will assist with reducing homelessness.
The following agencies reach out to homeless persons and assess their individual needs such as the need
for temporary shelter, transitional housing and other services:
• The Williamson County Crisis Center (Hope Alliance) offers two housing programs to assist its
clients. They offer a short-term, transitional housing program that helps families who are
transitioning out of the shelter and a long term, supporting housing program.
• 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 provides emergency shelter, food and clothing vouchers, as
well as mortgage and utility assistance, in an effort to prevent homelessness.
• CASA provides trained, court-appointed volunteers to advocate in the best interest of abused
and neglected children on their journey to a safe, permanent home.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
Hope Alliance and Williamson Burnet Counties Opportunities (WBCO) were both awarded Emergency
Food and Shelter Program (EFSP) Grants from FEMA. Hope Alliance is using these funds to provide
emergency shelter, purchase food and aid toward the purchase of bedding and cleaning supplies and
other like items for the domestic violence shelter. WBCO is using the EFSP funds to purchase food for
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the Senior Nutrition Program.
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 City of Round Rock will continue to fund the Round Rock Area Serving Center for program year
2016-2017. Funding will be used to purchase food for the food pantry at the Round Rock Area Serving
Center. The Round Rock Area Serving Center assists over 1,000 households with food every program
year. In an effort to prevent homelessness, CDBG funding will also be allocated to the Round Rock Area
Serving Center to provide mortgage and rent assistance to the residents of Round Rock.
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.
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
such as Bluebonnet Trails MHMR to address its share of the homeless need through facilities and
services provided at the regional level.
Discussion
Though Round Rock has a very small visible homeless population, the loss of a job, an increase in rent,
an eviction or domestic violence 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 such as the Round Rock Area Serving Center
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Food Pantry and Housing Assistance Program.
One year goals for the number of households to be provided housing through the use of HOPWA
for:
Short-term rent, mortgage, and utility assistance to prevent homelessness of the
individual or family
Tenant -based rental assistance
Units provided in housing facilities (transitional or permanent) that are being
developed, leased, or operated
Units provided in transitional short-term housing facilities developed, leased, or
operated with HOPWA funds
Total
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AP -75 Barriers to affordable housing — 91.220(j)
Introduction
In 2000, consultants from the University of Texas prepared a report titled "Analysis of Impediments to
Fair Housing, Round Rock, Texas" (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 planning to address impediments to fair and affordable housing. This 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:
• Lack of options
• Lack of transitional support, assistance needed for move -in costs/deposits
• Land prices
• Lack of community involvement and creativity in problem solving
• Negative neighborhood perception regarding low income housing
• Lack of public transportation
Identified policies impacting the development of affordable housing included the following:
• Inflexible development standards
• Lack of incentives for developers to construct affordable housing
• High development fees
The City of Round Rock CDBG staff refers anyone needing to file a housing discrimination complaint or
needing information on fair housing to the Austin Tenants Council. The Austin Tenants Council Fair
Housing Program helps any person who has been discriminated against in the rental, sale, financing or
appraisal of housing. The state and federal Fair Housing Act prohibits discrimination because of a
person's race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability (mental or physical) or familial status. The
Fair Housing Program documents and investigates complaints; provides advice about remedies under
fair housing laws, and coordinates legal services to assist victims of housing discrimination. The Fair
Housing Program provides fair housing seminars and presentations to interested parties.
The City of Round Rock CDBG Program planned to hire a consultant during the 2013 program year to
conduct an updated Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing. CDBG staff worked with the City
purchasing department and requested proposals from consultants. Due to the high dollar amount of
the proposals and a tight budget, it was decided to conduct the study during program year 2014. The
City of Round Rock has now decided to wait until the new AFFH Assessment Tool for CPD entitlement
grantees is approved to complete an Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) under the proposed Affirmatively
Furthering Fair Housing (AFFH) rule. CDBG staff discussed this option with Joe Castillo, director of FHEO
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in the San Antonio HUD field office.
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
See above.
Discussion
The City of Round Rock Mayor, Alan McGraw and City Council proclaimed April 2016 as Fair Housing
Month. A proclamation was signed for the CDBG office to display.
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AP -85 Other Actions — 91.220(k)
Introduction
The City of Round Rock will continue to work with partners in the region to improve the housing and
employment opportunities for low and moderate income persons and other special populations.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
Despite ongoing efforts, there still remains a number of significant obstacles to meeting underserved
needs. The following obstacles to meeting these needs in Round Rock include:
• Population growth
• Cut backs in state and federal funding for basic needs and services
• High cost of housing
• Need for transportation to existing services and childcare available services
To address these needs, the City of Round Rock dedicated CDBG funds to the following:
Round Rock Area Serving Center for the purchase and distribution of food and to provide rent
and mortgage assistance
• Round Rock Housing Authority to pay for partial salaries for the resident services
coordinator/facilitator and teachers at the Neighborhood Outreach Center (NOC) at the Round
Rock Housing Authority.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City of Round Rock will support two programs in FY 16 (2016-2017) that support affordable
housing. These include the housing assistance program through the Round Rock Area Serving Center
(RRASC) to assist residents with rent or mortgage at $100 a household, and a program through Habitat
for Humanity for the minor home repair of low income residents of Round Rock up to $10,000 per
unit. Funds will be spent on the purchase of materials and volunteers will do the actual home repairs. A
plumber or electrician will be hired if needed.
Habitat for Humanity will be funded by FY15 CDBG funds.
Additionally, two sidewalk projects will be funded with FY16 CDBG funds.
• Greenhill sidewalk improvements involve constructing 13,235 square feet of 4 foot, and 5 foot
wide sidewalks along the west sides of Cameo Drive, Easton Drive, and Farnswood Drive. This is
Phase II of the Greenhill sidewalks project. This will complete the sidewalk improvements
project in the Greenhill subdivision. Previously CDBG funds have been used to perform Phase I
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of the sidewalks, neighborhood clean-up, street improvements, and the spring park
improvements at Greenhill Park.
• Downtown sidewalk improvements involve constructing sidewalks on the south side of Austin
Avenue from Nelson Street to approximately 100 feet east of Pecan Lane.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The CDBG 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 development in Round Rock occurred after the use of the lead based paint was
banned. HUD estimates that as many as 540 housing units in Round Rock built prior to 1970 and
occupied by extremely low, low and moderate income households could contain lead-based paint.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty -level families
The City's anti -poverty strategy is based on attracting a range of businesses and providing workforce
development including job training services for low income residents.
Planned economic development and anti -poverty programs include:
• Friendly Rock Program to assist residents with utility bills
• Food Pantry Program provides residents access to food
• Foundation Communities Tax Center provides free tax preparation
• YMCA provides after school and summer scholarship dollars to low and moderate income
families in Round Rock
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The City relies on a network of public sector, private sector, and non-profit organizations to implement
the Strategic Plan, particularly to address homelessness and special needs.
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 CDBG staff will continue to attend the Williamson County Monthly Networking
Meetings. These meetings are held the first Tuesday of every month at the Alan R. Baca Senior
Center. Collaboration and coordination between agencies is important to ensure that the needs in the
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community are being addressed.
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
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.
Annual Action Plan
2016
OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015)
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Program Specific Requirements
AP -90 Program Specific Requirements — 91.220(1)(1,2,4)
Introduction
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.
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 7,065
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: 7,065
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%
Discussion
Annual Action Plan
2016
OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015)
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Attachments
Annual Action Plan
2016
OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015)
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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 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan.
Interested parties are encouraged to attend and make their views known.
The Public Hearing will be as follows: Thursday, March 10, 2016 at 7:00 P.M.
City Hall — Council Chambers
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, Texas 78664
The City anticipates a proposed 2016 allocation of $570,575 for the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Pronrarn_ BPlnw is a nartial lict of Plinihip artivitiac
Public Facilities Needs
Infrastructure Improvement Needs
Senior Centers
Flood Drain 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 Assistance
Public Service Needs
Lead 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 presentaciones se haran en espanol para aquellas personas que asi to deseen.
For more information, please visit the Community Development Department Office, 221
East Main Street Round Rock, TX or call (512) 341-3328. Written comments may be
forwarded to:Elizabeth G. Alvarado, CDBG Coordinator
City of Round Rock
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 341-3328
talvarado@roundrocktexas.gov
POST/NG CERTIFICATION
l certify that this notice of a public hearing was posted on this 19'h day of February 2016 at 5.•00 p.m. as required by
law in accordance with Section 551.043 of the Texas Government Code.
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Sara L. White, TRMC, City Clerk
Date of Publication: Thursday, February 18, 2016
AVISO DE AUDENCIA PUBLICA PARA EVALUACION DE LAS
NECESIDADES
CIUDAD DE ROUND ROCK
La Ciudad de Round Rock tendra una audiencia publica con el proposito de solicitor comentarios para el
Program de Desarrollo Comunitario (CDBG). Los comentarios recibidos seran considerados para la Plan
de Action Anual 2016-2017 de la Ciudad de Round Rock.
La audencia publica sera el siguiente: Jueves, 10 de Marzo 2016 a las 7:00 P.M.
City Hall — Council Chambers
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, Texas 78664
La Ciudad anticipa a una asignacion de $570,575 para el Programa de Desarrollo Comuntario (CDBG). A
continuacion se muestra una lista parcial de las actividades eligibles.
Necesidades de Instalaciones Publicas
Necesidades de Infraestructura
Centros de Personas Mayores
Mejoras de Drenaje de inundaciones
Centros Juveniles
Mejoras de Agua y Alcantarillado
Centros del Barrio
Mejoras de la Calle
Parques y Recreacion
Accesibilidad
Insdtuciones de Salud
Necesidades de Desarrollo Economico
Centros de Cuidado Infantil
Asistencia tecnica
Facilidades de Estacionamiento
Necesidades de Servicios P6blico
Necesidades Refugios de Emergencia
Servicios para Personas Mayores
Necesidades de Vivienda
Servicios para discapacitados
Planificaci6n de la Comunidad
Servicios para la Juventud
Acomodaciones para personas incapacitadas deberan ser disponibles bajo peticion.
Las presentaciones se haran en espanol para aquellas personas que asi to deseen.
Para obtener mas informaci6n 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
G. Alvarado al (512) 341-3328 or por correo electronico lalvarado@roundrocktexas.gov
CER T/F/CATION DE REGIS TRO
Certifico que este aviso de una audencia publica fue publicada el dia 19 de Febrero 2016 a las 5.-00 p.m como to
require la ley, de conformidad con la Section 551.043 del Codigo de Gobierno de Texas.
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Sara L. White, TRMC, City Clerk
Fecha de publication: Jueves, 18 de Febrero 2016
Notice of 30 Day Comment Period and Public Hearing Draft Consolidated Annual
Action Plan Fiscal Year 2016-2017
In order to receive certain grants from the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD),
the City of Round Rock must submit a Consolidate Annual Action Plan to HUD which describes
community needs, resources, priorities and proposed activities with regard to housing, community
development, economic development and public services. The plan is due to the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development on August 15, 2016. In Fiscal year 2016-2017, the City of Round Rock
is expected to receive approximately $572,999 through the Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) program.
The Draft Consolidated Annual Action Plan will be available for public review and written comment
beginning May 10, 2016 until June 22, 2016 at 5 p.m. at the office of community development at the
address below, at the Round Rock Public Library at 216 East Main St., at the Alan R. Baca Senior Center
at 301 W. Bagdad Ave., Round Rock Housing Authority 1505 Lance Lane, and on the city website at
www.roundrocktexas.gov . A public hearing will be held to receive comments. All interested persons
are invited to attend at the location and time listed below:
Thursday, June 23, 2016
City Council Meeting
City Council Chambers
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
Time: 7:00 PM
This hearing is sponsored by the Office of Community Development. For more information concerning
the hearing, please contact the Community Development office, Monday through Friday between 8:00
a.m. and 5:00 p.m. at 341-3328 (voice) or 711 (TDD).
The City of Round Rock is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act
(ADA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Reasonable modifications and
equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Please call 218-5491(voice) or 711
(TDD) for assistance. For a sign language interpreter, please call Lorie Lankford at 218-3295 at least 24
hours in advance.
The City does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the admission or access to, or
treatment or employment in, its programs and activities. The City Human Resources Department has
been designated as the City's ADA/Section 504 Office. This office is located at 231 East Main Street, 11t
Floor. If you have any questions or complaints regarding your ADA/Section 504 Rights, please call the
City of Round Rock Human Resources Office at 318-5643 (voice)
This publication is available in alternative formats. Please call 218-3295 (voice) or 711 (TDD) for
assistance.
POSTING CERTIFICATION
I certify that this notice of a public hearing was posted on this
with Section 551.043 of the Texas Government Code.
Date of Publication: Saturday, May 7, 2016
day of May 2016 at 5:00 p.m. as required by law in accordance
Sara L. White, TRIVIC, City Clerk
Aviso de 30 dias de periodo de comentarios y la audiencia publica CDBG Plan Anual de Acci6n del ano fiscal 2016-2017
Para recibir la concesi6n de subvenciones del Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano (HUD), la Ciudad de Round
Rock debe presentar una plan de acci6n anual de HUD, que describe las necesidades de la comunidad, recursos,
prioridades y actividades propuestas en materia de vivienda, comunidad el desarrollo, el desarrollo econ6mico y los
servicios publicos. EI plan se debe al Departamento de Vivienda y Desarrollo Urbano de EE.UU., el 15 de Agosto de 2016.
En el ano fiscal 2016-2017, se espera que la Ciudad de Round Rock va a recibir aproximadamente $ 572,999 a traves del
programa de Desarrollo de la Comunidad (CDBG).
EI Plan de Acci6n Anual Consolidado estara disponible para su revisi6n y comentarios por escrito a partir del 10 de Mayo
de, el ano 2016 hasta el 22 de Junio de, 2016 a las 5 pm en la oficina de desarrollo de la comunidad en la direcci6n
indicada mas abajo, en la Biblioteca Publica de Round Rock en 216 East Main St., en el Centro de Mayores Alan R. Baca
en el 301 W. Bagdad Ave., Autoridad de Vivienda de Round rock 1505 a Lance Lane, y en el sitio de la ciudad en
www.roundrocktexas.gov. Una audiencia publica se Ilevara a cabo para recibir comentarios. Todas las personas
interesadas estan invitados a participar en el lugar y hora indicados a continuaci6n:
Jueves, 23 de Junio 2016
City Council Meeting
City Council Chambers
221 East Main Street
Round Rock, TX 78664
Hora: 7:00 PM
Esta audiencia es patrocinado por la Oficina de Desarrollo de la Comunidad. Para obtener mas informaci6n relativa a la
audiencia, por favor, p6ngase en contacto con la oficina de Desarrollo de la Comunidad, de lunes a viernes 08 a.m.-05:00
p.m. a 341 a 3328 (voz) o 711 (TDD).
La Ciudad de Round Rock esta comprometida con el cumplimiento de los Americanos con Discapacidades (ADA) y la
Secci6n 504 de la Ley de Rehabilitaci6n de 1973, segun enmendada. modificaciones razonables a igual acceso a
comunicaciones disponibles bajo petici6n. Por favor, Ilame al 218-5491 (voz) o 711 (TDD) para obtener ayuda. Para un
interprete de lenguaje de signos, por favor [lame al 218-3295 Lorie Lankford al menos 24 horas de antelaci6n.
Round Rock no discrimina sobre la base de la discapacidad en la admisi6n o acceso a, o tratamiento o empleo en sus
programas y actividades. EI Departamento de Recursos Humanos de la ciudad ha sido designada como ADA / Secci6n
504 Oficina de la Ciudad. Esta oficina esta ubicada en 231 East Main Street, primer piso. Si usted tiene alguna pregunta o
queja con respecto a su ADA / Secci6n 504 Derechos, por favor Ilame a la Ciudad de la Oficina de Recursos Humanos de
Round Rock en 318-5643 (voz).
Esta publicaci6n esta disponible en formatos alternativos. Por favor, Ilame al 218-3295 (voz) o 711 (TDD) para obtener
ayuda.
CE_RTIFICACION DE DESPLAZAMIENTO
Certifico que este aviso de una audiencia publica fue publicada hoy 2 de Mayo, 2016 a 5:00 pm como to requiere la ley de conformidad con la
Secci6n 551.043 del C6digo de Gobierno de Texas. WWL- IN&U2
Sara L. White, TRMC, Secretario de la Ciudad
Fecha de publicaci6n: Sabado, 7 de mayo de, el ano 2016
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OMB Number: 4040-0004
Expiration Date: 8/31/2016
Application for Federal Assistance SF -424
* 1. Type of Submission:
Preapplication
® Application
❑ Changed/Corrected Application
* 2. Type of Application:
F-] New
® Continuation
Revision
` If Revision, select appropriate letter(s):
' Other (Specify):
' 3. Date Received: 4. Applicant Identifier:
07/08/2016 City of Round Rock
5a. Federal Entity Identifier:
5b. Federal Award Identifier:
B16MC480514
XX484674
State Use Only:
6. Date Received by State:
7. State Application Identifier:
8. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
*a. Legal Name: City of Round Rock
' b. Employerrraxpayer Identification Number (EIN/TIN):
' c. Organizational DUNS:
1027407920000
74-6017485
d. Address:
' Street1: 221 East Main Street Round Rock,
TX 78664
Street2:
' City: Round Rock
County/Parish: Williamson
' State:
TX: Texas
Province:
*Country:
USA: UNITED STATES
' Zip / Postal Code: 78664-5244
e. Organizational Unit:
Department Name:
Division Name:
CDBG
Finance Department
f. Name and contact information of person to be contacted on matters involving this application:
Prefix: ' First Name: Lorie
Middle Name:
* Last Name: Lankford
Suffix:
Title: Deputy Chief Financial Officer
Organizational Affiliation:
' Telephone Number: 512/218-3295
Fax Number:
'Email:llankford@roundrocktexas.gov
Application for Federal Assistance SF -424
* 9. Type of Applicant 1: Select Applicant Type:
C: City or Township Government
Type of Applicant 2: Select Applicant Type:
Type of Applicant 3: Select Applicant Type:
* Other (specify):
* 10. Name of Federal Agency:
Housing and Urban Development
11. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number:
14.218
CFDA Title:
Community Development Block Grant program for Entitlement Communities
* 12. Funding Opportunity Number:
* Title:
13. Competition Identification Number:
Title:
14. Areas Affected by Project (Cities, Counties, States, etc.):
Add Attachment Delete Attachment View Attachment
* 15. Descriptive Title of Applicant's Project:
FY 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan
Attach supporting documents as specified in agency instructions.
Add Attachments Delete Attachments View Attachments
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424
16. Congressional Districts Of:
' a. Applicant 31st ' b. Program/Project 31st
Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts if needed.
Add Attachment Delete Attachment View Attachment
17. Proposed Project:
' a. Start Date: 10/01/2016 * b. End Date: 09/30/2017
18. Estimated Funding ($):
* a. Federal 572, 999.00
* b. Applicant 0.00
* c. State 0.00
' d. Local 0.00
* e. Other 0.00
' f. Program Income 0.00
*g. TOTAL 572,999.00
* 19. Is Application Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12372 Process?
❑ a. This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process for review on �.
b. Program is subject to E.O. 12372 but has not been selected by the State for review.
® c. Program is not covered by E.O. 12372.
* 20. Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt? (If "Yes," provide explanation in attachment.)
❑ Yes ® No
If "Yes", provide explanation and attach
Add Attachment Delete Attachment View Attachment
21. *By signing this application, I certify (1) to the statements contained in the list of certifications** and (2) that the statements
herein are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also provide the required assurances** and agree to
comply with any resulting terms if I accept an award. I am aware that any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may
subject me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties. (U.S. Code, Title 218, Section 1001)
® **IAGREE
** The list of certifications and assurances, or an internet site where you may obtain this list, is contained in the announcement or agency
specific instructions.
Authorized Representative:
Prefix: Mr. . * First Name: Alan
Middle Name:
* Last Name: IMcGraw
Suffix:
* Title: Mayor
* Telephone Number: 512/218-5410 Fax Number: 512/218-7097
*Email: mayormcgraw@roundrocktexas.gov
* Signature of Authorized Representative:
' Date Signed:
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CERTIFICATIONS
In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the consolidated plan
regulations, the jurisdiction certifies that:
Affirmatively Further Fair Housing -- The jurisdiction will affirmatively further fair housing, which
means it will conduct an analysis of impediments to fair housing choice within the jurisdiction, take
appropriate actions to overcome the effects of any impediments identified through that analysis, and
maintain records reflecting that analysis and actions in this regard.
Anti -displacement and Relocation Plan -- It will comply with the acquisition and relocation
requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970,
as amended, and implementing regulations at 49 CFR 24; and it has in effect and is following a
residential antidisplacement and relocation assistance plan required under section 104(d) of the Housing
and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, in connection with any activity assisted with
funding under the CDBG or HOME programs.
Anti -Lobbying -- To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief-
No
elief
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;
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
It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti -lobbying certification be
included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants,
and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall
certify and disclose accordingly.
Authority of Jurisdiction -- The consolidated plan is authorized under State and local law (as
applicable) and the jurisdiction possesses the legal authority to carry out the programs for which it is
seeking funding, in accordance with applicable HUD regulations.
Consistency with plan -- The housing activities to be undertaken with CDBG, HOME, ESG, and
HOPWA funds are consistent with the strategic plan.
Section 3 -- It will comply with section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, and
regulations i menting at 24 CFR Part 135.
Si lmature/Authori ed Of
Date
Specific CDBG Certifications
The Entitlement Community certifies that:
Citizen Participation -- It is in full compliance and following a detailed citizen participation plan that
satisfies the requirements of 24 CFR 91.105.
Community Development Plan -- Its consolidated housing and community development plan identifies
community development and housing needs and specifies both short-term and long-term community
development objectives that provide decent housing, expand economic opportunities primarily for
persons of low and moderate income. (See CFR 24 570.2 and CFR 24 part 570)
Following a Plan -- It is following a current consolidated plan (or Comprehensive Housing Affordability
Strategy) that has been approved by HUD.
Use of Funds -- It has complied with the following criteria:
1. Maximum Feasible Priority. With respect to activities expected to be assisted with CDBG funds,
it certifies that it has developed its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to
activities which benefit low and moderate income families or aid in the prevention or elimination
of slums or blight. The Action Plan may also include activities which the grantee certifies are
designed to meet other community development needs having a particular urgency because
existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the
community, and other financial resources are not available);
2. Overall Benefit. The aggregate use of CDBG funds including section 108 guaranteed loans
during program year(s) 2016-2017 (a period specified by the grantee consisting of one, two, or
three specific consecutive program years), shall principally benefit persons of low and moderate
income in a manner that ensures that at least 70 percent of the amount is expended for activities
that benefit such persons during the designated period;
3. Special Assessments: It will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements
assisted with CDBG funds including Section 108 loan guaranteed funds by assessing any amount
against properties owned and occupied by persons of low and moderate income, including any
fee charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining access to such public improvements.
However, if CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of a fee or assessment that relates to the
capital costs of public improvements (assisted in part with CDBG funds) financed from other
revenue sources, an assessment or charge may be made against the property with respect to the
public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds.
The jurisdiction will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted
with CDBG funds, including Section 108, unless CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of
fee or assessment attributable to the capital costs of public improvements financed from other
revenue sources. In this case, an assessment or charge may be made against the property with
respect to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds. Also, in the
case of properties owned and occupied 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 funds to cover the
assessment.
Excessive Force -- It has adopted and is enforcing:
1. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its
jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations; and
2. A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring entrance to or
exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-violent civil rights
demonstrations within its jurisdiction;
Compliance With Anti -discrimination laws -- The grant will be conducted and administered in
conformity with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 USC 2000d), the Fair Housing Act (42 USC
3601-3619), and implementing regulations.
Lead -Based Paint -- Its 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.
Signature/Author' ed Official Date
APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING LOBBYING:
A. 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.
OPTIONAL CERTIFICATION
CDBG
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 a 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
a particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health
or welfare of the community and other financial resources are not available to meet such needs.
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Specific HOME Certifications
The HOME participating jurisdiction certifies that:
Tenant Based Rental Assistance — If the participating jurisdiction intends to provide tenant -based rental
assistance:
The use of HOME funds for tenant -based rental assistance is an essential element of the
participating jurisdiction's consolidated plan for expanding the supply, affordability, and
availability of decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing.
Eligible Activities and Costs — it is using and will use HOME funds 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.
Appropriate Financial Assistance — before committing any funds to a project, it will evaluate the
project in accordance with the guidelines that it adopts for this purpose and will not invest any more
HOME funds in combination with other Federal assistance than is necessary to provide affordable
housing;
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HOPWA Certifications
The HOPWA grantee certifies that:
Activities — Activities funded under the program will meet urgent needs that are not being met by
available public and private sources.
Building — Any building or structure assisted under that program shall be operated for the purpose
specified in the plan:
1. For at least 10 years in the case of assistance involving new construction, substantial rehabilitation, or
acquisition of a facility,
2. For at least 3 years in the case of assistance involving non -substantial rehabilitation or repair of a
building or structure.
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ESG Certifications
The Emergency Solutions Grants Program Recipient certifies that:
Major rehabilitation/conversion — If an emergency shelter's rehabilitation costs exceed 75 percent of
the value of the building before rehabilitation, the jurisdiction 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 rehabilitation. If the cost to convert a building into
an emergency shelter exceeds 75 percent of the value of the building after conversion, the jurisdiction 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 jurisdiction 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 jurisdiction 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 as the jurisdiction 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 jurisdiction 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 such individuals.
Matching Funds — The jurisdiction will obtain matching amounts required under 24 CFR 576.201.
Confidentiality — The jurisdiction 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 jurisdiction 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 jurisdiction undertakes with assistance under ESG are consistent
with the jurisdiction's consolidated plan.
Discharge Policy — The jurisdiction 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.
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