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R21-091 1 RESOLUTION R21-091 2 3 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, 4 FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH'S 5 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ONE YEAR 6 ACTION PLAN FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021/2022; AUTHORIZING 7 THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE APPLICATION, 8 ASSURANCES AND THE CERTIFICATIONS; AND PROVIDING 9 AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 10 11 12 WHEREAS, the City of Boynton Beach is in its twenty-fifth year as an entitlement 13 community of receiving Federal Grant Funds; and 14 WHEREAS, as a requirement of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban 15 Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, and per 24 16 CFR Part 91 — Consolidated Submissions for Community Planning and Development 17 Programs, the City of Boynton Beach ("City") is required to submit an Annual Action Plan; 18 and 19 WHEREAS, the Annual Action Plan is an application for funding for the CDBG 20 Program, which identifies activities that will be undertaken each program Year; and 21 WHEREAS, HUD's published allocation of$582,437.00 to the City, for FY 2021/22 22 is subject to HUD's approval of this Annual Action Plan; and 23 WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach deems it in the best 24 interest of the citizens and residents of the City to adopt the City of Boynton Beach's 25 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) One-Year Action Plan for fiscal year (FY) 26 2021 and authorize the City Manager to sign the CDBG One Year Action Plan, Application, 27 Certifications and Assurances for the FY 2021/22. 28 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF 29 THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH,FLORIDA,THAT: S:\CA\RESO\Approve CDBG One Year Action Plan 2021-22-Reso.docx 1 30 Section 1. The foregoing "Whereas" clauses are hereby ratified and confirmed as 31 being true and correct and are hereby made a specific part of this Resolution upon adoption 32 hereof. 33 Section 2. The City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach,Florida does hereby 34 adopt the City of Boynton Beach's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) One-Year 35 Action Plan for fiscal year(FY)2021/22. 36 Section 3. The City Manager is authorized to sign the CDBG One Year Action Plan, 37 Application, Certifications and Assurances for the FY 2021/22. 38 Section 4. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon passage. 39 PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of August,2021. 40 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH,FLORIDA 41 42 YES NO 43 44 Mayor—Steven B. Grant ✓ 45 46 Vice Mayor—Woodrow L. Hay ✓ 47 48 Commissioner—Justin Katz ✓ 49 50 Commissioner—Christina L. Romelus 51 52 Commissioner—Ty Penserga 53 54 VOTE 55 ATTEST: 56 57 4 58Ct/)2 /pia t4PT//YI 59 Tammy Stanzio-e 60 Deputy City Clerk << 61 ,!% x� "g 62 63 • 64 (Corporate Seal) 1'1)0 S:\CA\RESO\Approve CDBG One Year Action'Plgn 2021-22-Reso.docx 2 R21-091 Gt\ Y °p 53 0 ISI CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH LORI LAVERRIERE, CITY MANAGER MARA FREDERIKSEN, DIRECTOR OF FINANCIAL SERVICES RJ RAMIREZ, COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM MANAGER FY 2021 - 2022 CDBG One Year Action Plan DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES 100 EAST OCEAN AVENUE BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA 33435 OFFICE: 561.742.6359 www.boynton-beach.org Executive Summary AP-05 Executive Summary- 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) 1. Introduction As a requirement of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)' Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, and per 24 CFR Part 91 — Consolidated Submissions for Community Planning and Development Programs, the City of Boynton Beach ("City") is required to submit an Annual Action Plan.The Annual Action Plan is a component of the City's Five-Year Consolidated Plan for fiscal Year 2017/2021. The City continues its focus on priorities that are essential to the primary objectives of Title 1 of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974,as amended. Those objectives continue to be the provision of decent housing, suitable living environments, and the expansion of economic opportunities for its citizens, particularly low/moderate income persons. The City of Boynton Beach's objectives plan focuses on the preservation of existing housing stock, providing new affordable housing, homelessness and special needs, and meeting other non-housing and community development needs associated with the reduction of poverty, educational needs and economic development incentives. The Annual Action Plan is an application for funding for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, which identifies activities that will be undertaken during the next fiscal year. These activities selected for funding are in accordance with the priorities established by the 2017/2021 Consolidated Plan and are in accordance with the primary objectives of the program. HUD's published allocation of $582, 437 to the City of Boynton Beach for Program Year (PY) 2021 is the subject of this Annual Action Plan. 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. The City of Boynton Beach plans to undertake the activities in part AP-20 (Annual Goals and Objectives of this document.)for FY 2021.Which are: • Rehabilitation of Existing Units • General Public Services 3. Evaluation of past performance This is an evaluation of past performance that helped lead the grantee to choose its goals or projects. The City and the CDBG program committee considered the past performance of the CDBG subrecipients when determining the allocation of CDBG funds to proposed FY 2021 activities. The CDBG program Annual Action Plan 1 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) committee considered funding requests from nonprofit organizations based upon the proposed benefit to low-to-moderate income residents,their experience in carrying out the proposed activities and meeting the CDBG requirements. CDBG funding was allocated only to activities that address the high priority needs of the 2017/2021 Consolidated Plan which were owner-occupied housing rehabilitation, public services, and neighborhood revitalization of the Heart of Boynton low-income target area. The COVID-19 pandemic started in the spring of 2020, but the ripple effects continues to drastically affect the delivery of services. Due to social distancing requirements, business closures and materials shortages, the city continues to have limitations in the completion of housing rehabilitation cases. Its public services subrecipients continues to use alternative methods of delivering services such as virtual counseling and meetings, delivery of services directly to beneficiaries,and continue to address the most immediate needs of its clients such as accessing unemployment benefits and other emergency resources. 4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process Summary from citizen participation section of plan. The City advertised the availability of CDBG funds in June 23,2021 held one public meeting in,solicited input from nonprofit organizations, and encouraged residents to participate in the preparation of the FY 2021 Action Plan. The City requested to HUD a 3 days Public Comment Period waiver for the FY 2021 Action Plan.The request was granted by HUD on June 8t.,2021.The Draft of the Action Plan Public was available for Public Comment from Monday,July 14,2021 through July 16,2021. 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. No public comments were received during the public review period. 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them There were no comments or views that were not accepted. 7. Summary The City allocated the CDBG funds to primarily benefit low-and moderate-income households.The CDBG beneficiaries are either income-qualified residents that receive direct services or residents of neighborhoods where at least 51 percent of the population is low and moderate Income. The City expects to receive$582,437 for FY 2021 in CDBG funds. See Section AP-35 Projects for a detailed description of each activity. Below is a summary of the CDBG activities and allocations: Annual Action Plan 2 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) • Program Administration — $116,487 in. CDBG funds for program administration. Planning and administrative cost must not exceed 20 percent of the grant. • Housing—$378, 584 in CDBG funds for housing related activities. • Public Services—$87,366 in CDBG funds for public services activities.The Public Services allocation must not exceed 15 percent of the grant. The Annual Action Plan was developed by the Department of Financial Services with the following process: • Consultation with other City departments and governmental entities 05/28/2021 and 06/21/2021 • Consultation with Community organizations and private citizens 07/6/2021 Annual Action Plan 3 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 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 funding source. Agency Role Name Department/Agency CDBG Administrator City of Boynton Beach Department of Financial Services Table 1—Responsible Agencies Narrative(optional) Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information RJ Ramirez,Community Improvement Program Manager Department of Financial Services 100 East Ocean Avenue,Boynton Beach, FL 33426 Telephone:(561)742-6359 E-Mail: ramirezr(dbbfLus Annual Action Plan 4 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-10 Consultation —91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1) 1. Introduction The City advertised the availability of CDBG funds,solicited input from nonprofit agencies, and encouraged residents to participate in the development of the FY 2021 Action Plan through a variety of methods. This included emails,phone calls,website,social media,radio,and letters sent out to various non-profit agencies in the community. 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(l)) The City maintains a strong relationship with the assisted housing providers.Staff maintains a close working relationship with the Palm Beach County Housing Authority and Delray Beach Housing Authority.The City is home to a regional healthcare cluster including Boynton Beach Medical Center, Proximity Medical Center, Premier Medical Center,and Sanitas Medical Center. Ensuring access to quality medical care is an important priority for our assisted housing providers. In addition,there are several Mental Health Centers in the City that serve individuals faced with mental health issues. 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 Boynton Beach collaborates with the Palm Beach County Division of Human Services Homeless and Housing Alliance (Continuum of Care) to help identify the services available for people who are homeless.The services include meals,housing,clothing, personal care,medical care,mental health services and various other forms of housing. Emergency, self-sufficiency, intervention and homeless services are available. 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 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 Boynton Beach in not recipient of ESG funds, but continues to collaborate with the Palm Beach County Continuum of Care on issues addressing the needs of homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless. 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 Annual Action Plan 5 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Table 2—Agencies,groups,organizations who participated 1 Agency/Group/Organization I Boynton Beach Faith Based Community Development Corporation Agency/Group/Organization Type (Housing Neighborhood Organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing, Homeless Special Needs, Homelessness Strategy, Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was Community Based Housing and Community Development Organization located consulted.What are the anticipated outcomes of the within the target area.This organization will be providing affordable housing, housing education and credit counseling. consultation or areas for improved coordination? 2 Agency/Group/Organization Delray Beach Housing Authority Agency/Group/Organization Type Public Housing Authority What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Homeless Needs Chronically Homeless, Homeless Families with Children, eterans,Homelessness Strategy. Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was It was consulted about section 8 vouchers and Family Self-Sufficient Program. consulted.What are the anticipated outcomes of the This organization will continue to help transitioning homeless individual from public housing to homeownership. It will also continue to assist family served consultation or areas for improved coordination? through Section 8 subsidized housing program, become economically independent,get jobs,further their education and eventually purchase a home. 3 Agency/Group/Organization Legal Aid of Palm Beach County, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Fair Housing Legal Advice to Low Income Residents What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Fair Housing Compliance and Education Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was Legal Aid of Palm Beach County, Inc.will continue assist to low income residents consulted.What are the anticipated outcomes of the With legal advice regarding housing complains within the jurisdiction and keep the city apprised of the educational needs of its residents, lenders and other consultation or areas for improved coordination? ;private housing providers. Annual Action Plan 6 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 4 Agency/Group/Organization Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County, Inc. I Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Housingneeds,and homeless need strategy. What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County, Inc.was consulted regarding housing consulted.What are the anticipated outcomes of the need in the community and homeless need strategy. The organization will continue to serve low income individuals to prevent and end homelessness in our consultation or areas for improved coordination? !community. 5 Agency/Group/Organization Pathways to Prosperity, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Education and Employment What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Anti-poverty strategy for low-income individuals and homeless families with Children. Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was Pathways to Prosperity Inc.was consulted about how to increase economic consulted.What are the anticipated outcomes of the opportunities to low income families.The organization will continue to address the underlying causes of poverty and support low income families in a holistic, consultation or areas for improved coordination? long term pathway to economic stability. 6 Agency/Group/Organization Aid to Victims of Domestic Abuse, Inc. (AVDA) Agency/Group/Organization Type Domestic Violence Outreach and Domestic Violence Prevention What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Emergency transitional housing,advocacy and counseling. Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was AVDA was consulted about emergency transitional housing, promoting violence consulted.What are the anticipated outcomes of the free relationships and social change.ADVA will continue to offer alternative choices to victims of domestic violence to help them live violence-free and self- consultation or areas for improved coordination? sufficient lives. Annual Action Plan 7 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting Boynton Beach Community Caring Center.The organization got dissolved. 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 Palm Beach County Health The City collaborates with Palm Beach County to implement strategic goals and and Human Services policies under the Continuum of Care. Table 3—Other local/regional/federal planning efforts Narrative(optional) Annual Action Plan g 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-12 Participation—91.105,91.200(c) 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen partidpation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting Notices the funding was distributed city wide through a variety of media outlets including; newsletter,direct emails and phone calls to at least 53 non- profits organizations, City website dedicated webpage, website article, and website meeting calendar. It was also advertised on twitter, Nextdoor, Facebook and YouTube.In addition,the meeting was promoted on Digital Marquee, lobby digital signage and Haitian Radio. The needs assessment/public participation and application workshop meeting was held on June 29,2021 at City Hall Commission Chambers. Notice of the plan and final approval from the Commission was advertised in City's Website. Citizen Participation Outreach Sort Order Mode of Outreach l Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comments URL(If response/attendance comments received not accepted applicable) and reasons Notice of Funding i I Non-targeted/broad i Availability was community published in the City website. 1 City Website Non-profits and City No Written N/A N/A departments Comments Annual Action Plan 9 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comments URL(If response/attendance comments received not accepted applicable) and reasons Notices for the June 29, 2021 CDBG workshop meeting were emailed Non-profits to non-profit agencies. 2 Email N/A N/A N/A The City Held a hybrid Non-targeted/broad public meeting community workshop on June 29, 2021 with non-profit No Written 3 Public Meeting Non-profit agencies agencies to discuss the Comments N/A N/A and City departmentyapplication process and requirements. Four non-profit agencies attended the meeting. Annual Action Plan 10 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comments URL(If response/attendance comments received not accepted applicable) and reasons The City Commission held a public hearing on August 3, 2021 to Non-targeted/broad approve the FY 2021 community CDBG Action Plan draft funding 4 Public Hearing Non-profit agencies recommendations. N/A Table 4—Citizen Participation Outreach Annual Action Plan 11 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Expected Resources AP-15 Expected Resources—91.220(c) (1,2) Introduction • The primary objective of the CDBG program is to develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment,and economic opportunities,principally for persons of low and moderate income.The City received$40,990.10 in program income in FY 2020,these funds will be added to the housing Rehabilitation program in FY 2021 as prior year resources. In addition,the City will leverage the activities identified in the Action Plan with state funding and local general funds. As other activities or needs arise, the Commission will be approached to provide necessary funding. Annual Action Plan 12 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Anticipated Resources Program Source Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative Description of Funds Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount Allocation: Income: Resources: $ Available $ $ $ Remainder of ConPlan CDBG Public- Acquisition Admin The City allocates CDBG funds for a Federal and Planning variety of activities including housing Economic rehabilitation,and public services. Development Housing Public Improvements Public Services $582,437 J 540,990.10 $623,427 ISO Table 5-Expected Resources—Priority Table Annual Action Plan 13 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources(private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied Federal Funds will be leveraged with State of Florida SHIP funds, where available, for housing rehabilitation of existing housing. The City of Boynton Beach will provide ad valorem funds for staffing.Where available,the city will donate vacant city-owned lots to community development corporations for the development of new housing as part of its neighborhood revitalization efforts. Annual Action Plan 14 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) If appropriate,describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction thatmay be used to address the needs identified in the plan Publicly owned land is donated to local nonprofit developers to provide homeownership to first time homebuyers. Discussion Annual Action Plan 17 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Annual Goals and Objectives AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives Goals Summary Information Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator; Order Year Year Area 1 Maintain safe and 2017 2021 Affordable Housing Citywide Rehabilitation of $419,574 Rehabilitate 6 household affordable housing existing units housing units 2 Provide new or 2017 2021 Non-Housing Citywide General public i $87,366 Public service activities other increase public Community services than LMI housing benefits services Development 3 Planning and 2017 2021 Other/Planning and Citywide Rehabilitation of $116,487 Non-specific Administration Administration existing units, production of new units, housing counseling, general public services Table 6—Goals Summary Annual Action Plan 18 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Goal Descriptions 1 Goal Name Housing Goal Description Homeowner Occupied Rehabilitation and Housing Rehabilitation Program Administration 2 Goal Name Public Services Goal Description CDBG will fund 2 Non-profit organizations 3 Goal Name Program Administration Goal Description Administer the CDBG program Annual Action Plan 19 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Projects AP-35 Projects—91.220(d) Introduction The City of Boynton Beach Plans to expend its CDBG funding on the Planning and Administration of the CDBG Program, Rehabilitation of substandard housing and the cost to administer the project. The city will also fund local nonprofit organizations that will provide needed services that will assist in the improvement of the quality of life for our underserved population. Projects Project Name 1 CDBG Administration 2 Housing Rehabilitation 3 Housing Rehabilitation Administration 4 Alzheimer's Community Care 5 Boynton Beach Faith Based Community Development Corp. Table 7-Project Information Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs The City allocates CDBG funds to activities that address the priorities of the 2017-2021 Consolidated Plan and comply with CDBG regulations. The priorities are housing, self-sufficiency, homeless prevention, fair housing education and housing preservation.The City and the CDBG Program Committee consider funding requests from non-profit agencies based upon the proposed benefit to low- and moderate-income Boynton Beach residents, the agencies demonstrated capacity to carry out the proposed activities,the financial feasibility of the proposed activities, and the amount of funding available. Annual Action Plan 20 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-38 Project Summary Project Summary Information 1 Project Name CDBG Administration Target Area Citywide Goals Supported Program Administration Needs Addressed Program Administration Funding CDBG:$116,487 Description dministration of the CDBG program to include staff and other related • ost of program management,coordination, monitoring reporting, -valuation and oversight.Subject to statutory limitation of 20%of .nnual allocation. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and Not Applicable type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Daily administration of the plan to include monitoring of ubrecipients, providing technical assistance, reporting and other .dministrative duties. 2 Project Name Housing Rehabilitation Target Area Citywide Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Housing Funding $369,574 Description he rehabilitation of existing single-family homes to include roof replacement or repair, installation of energy efficient windows and •oors, plumbing repair,electrical upgrade and other repairs in an -ffort to eliminate slum and blight,and preserve the city's housing -tock. Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 21 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Estimate the number and Estimates six(6)families will benefit from this activity type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description Citywide with emphasis on the Heart of Boynton target area Planned Activities Marketing program,application intake and certifying eligibility of applicants. 3 Project Name Housing Rehabilitation Administration Target Area Citywide Goals Supported Administration of the Housing Rehabilitation program Needs Addressed Housing Funding CDBG:$50,000 Description Costs associated with administering rehabilitation to include writing work specifications, inspections,daily monitoring of projects, interaction with contractors and sub-contractors. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and 6 families are expected to benefit from this activity. type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description Citywide with emphasis on the Heart of Boynton target area Planned Activities Costs associated with administering rehabilitation to include writing work specifications,daily monitoring of projects,interaction with contractors and sub-contractors. 4 Project Name Alzheimer's Community Care Target Area Citywide Goals Supported Public Service Needs Addressed Education t Funding CDBG:$25,000 Annual Action Plan 22 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Description The Family Nurse Consultant Program is a portal through which families living with seniors suffering Alzheimer's Disease,access dementia-specific services and resources. It provides disease education, practical guidance,emotional support and connections to community resources throughout all stages of the disease. Target Date 9/30/2022 —� Estimate the number and 115 families type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Education,support and follow up 5 Project Name Boynton Beach Faith Based Community Development Corp. Target Area Low-and Moderate-Income Areas Goals Supported Public Service Needs Addressed Housing Funding CDBG:$62,366 Description Local Community Housing and Development Corporation is expanding its social service department to fill the gap by serving homebound and chronically ill seniors,outreach to homeless population and individuals suffering with HIV/AIDS.The program offers services to homebound and chronically ill seniors,family strengthening (emergency food,shelter and financial assistance)to assist families to rebound from the pandemic,supportive housing program and an outreach initiative to promote HIV/AIDS awareness. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and 1,950 LMI individuals type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities _ Location Description Heart of Boynton LMI area Planned Activities Education,support and follow up Annual Action Plan 23 2021 OMB Control No:2596-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-50 Geographic Distribution —91.220(f) Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority concentration)where assistance will be directed The City selected projects for funding that benefit low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. Activities that provide direct/individual benefit will also be offered on a citywide basis to low- and moderate-income households.The areas identified as the Heart of Boynton with census tracts 61.00, 62.01, 62.03 and 57.01 which is composed of high concentrations of minorities and families with the lowest incomes in the city remain the areas of preference to benefit from the Community Development Block Grant Program. The area is east of Interstate 95, and west of the FEC railway, north of Boynton Beach Blvd., and south of the C 16 canal. Geographic Distribution Target Area Percentage of Funds Low-and Moderate-Income Areas 15 Citywide 85 Table 8-Geographic Distribution Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically Funds are targeted to meet the National Objective of benefitting low- and moderate-income persons. The preference area continues to have high unemployment rates coupled with low-income levels,which exceed other parts of the city. There is an abundance of substandard housing requiring rehabilitation. A minimum of 51%of CDBG funds will be expended on very low to low-income persons/families. Discussion Annual Action Plan 24 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Affordable Housing AP-55 Affordable Housing—91.220(g) Introduction Affordable Housing continues to be a priority with the City of Boynton Beach through the provision of staff support for City personnel and the City's support of its local Community Housing Development Organization,the Boynton Beach Faith Based Community Development Corporation. The city will be providing financial support through its funding allocation from the State Housing Initiatives Program (SHIP), if available, and donations of buildable lots,which will help fray the costs, associated with home ownership. One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless 0 Non-Homeless 6 Special-Needs 0 Total 6 Table 9-One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance 0 The Production of New Units 0 Rehab of Existing Units 6 Acquisition of Existing Units 0 Total 6 Table 10-One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type Discussion The City of Boynton Beach will collaborate with the Palm Beach County division of Human Services Homeless and Housing Alliance (Continuum of Care)to provide referral services for people who are homeless. Annual Action Plan 25 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-60 Public Housing— 91.220(h) Introduction The City of Boynton Beach does not have a Public Housing Authority. However, the Delray Beach Housing Authority maintains tenants in scattered units throughout the city. These tenants are kept aware of opportunities that become available within the city that will improve their living standards. They are notified whenever job fairs are scheduled as well as the CDBG process. Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing Planned housing workshops, job fairs, and fair housing workshops will be held by our subrecipients. Public Housing Residents will be invited as applicable. Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership N/A If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance Not Applicable Discussion Annual Action Plan 26 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities —91.220(i) Introduction City of Boynton Beach recognizes the need to address the homeless individuals and families, and those persons with special needs. A portion of SHIP funds are set aside for households with members with developmental disabilities. The City funds with CDBG monies, local non-profit agencies who provide services to the homeless in cases of emergencies, and further assists them to obtain permanent assistance through the Palm Beach County division of Human Services Homeless and Housing Alliance (Continuum of Care). 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 While the City does not receive Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds, the City supports Palm Beach County Continuum of Care strategies to address homelessness. Additionally, the City actively collaborates with the County and other local cities to address homeless related needs.Finally,the City gives priority and allocates CDBG funds to projects benefiting the homeless population whenever it receives applications for CDBG funds. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons The City makes referrals of person at risk of homelessness to the Palm Beach County homeless services. Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again The City of Boynton Beach will collaborate with the Palm Beach County division of Human Services Homeless and Housing Alliance (Continuum of Care) and the Phillip D. Lewis Center providing referral services for people who are homeless. Annual Action Plan 27 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); or, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs. The city works with Boynton Beach Faith Base Community Development Corporation, Palm Beach County Office of Economic Sustainability and the Palm Beach County Division of Human Services homeless and Housing Alliance (Continuum of Care)to help low-income individuals and families discharged from publicly funded institutions or systems of care to avoid them becoming homeless. Discussion The City makes referrals of person at risk of homelessness to the Palm Beach County homeless services. Annual Action Plan 28 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing—91.220(j) Introduction: The City of Boynton Beach remains committed to providing Affordable Housing. The city and its Community Redevelopment Agency conduct housing studies, and adopts plan ordinances to eliminate barriers to affordable housing. The city actively seeks to assist potential homeowners and developers interested in developing in our community. 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 The City's adopted Local Housing Assistance Plan(LHAP)delineates steps taken to eliminate barriers to affordable housing.The City moved to lessen restrictions on development of non-conforming lots.The regulations focused on the Heart of Boynton District,the area with a significant number of such lots.They were previously unbuildable due to lot size and frontage requirements. In order to allow single-family residences to be built on these lots, staff modified development standards including revisions to lot area,lot frontage,setbacks,and minimum livable area. This action furthered the City's goal of increasing the inventory of attainable housing. Community Improvement staff continue to work closely with the city's' Planning Department and is currently strategizing with local affordable housing providers. Staff remains committed to the following: • Explore actions to eliminate land development regulations that impede affordable housing • Continuing supporting traditional lenders who support affordable housing and promote equal housing for all • Educate low and very low-income persons of fair lending rights and policies • Prioritize the provision of housing for very low, low, and moderate-income families with persons with physical or mental disabilities Discussion: The production of affordable housing requires intense collaboration with lenders, developers, community leaders,and local government. It requires many incentives to keep everyone at the table in an effort to eliminate stigmas that may be associated with the production. All involved need to understand what the investment does to the community. Annual Action Plan 29 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-85 Other Actions—91.220(k) Introduction: The City of Boynton Beach will undertake a variety of activities aimed at addressing the needs of the low-and moderate-income households. This includes providing affordable housing to the extremely low-income population,addressing homelessness,and providing public services to low income children and families in need. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs The City supports services and projects aimed at addressing homelessness, social services, and housing affordability.The City of Boynton Beach will continue its current initiatives and collaborations with sub grantees, other public, private agencies and social service providers to meet the needs and eliminate the obstacles of its underserved residents. Programs utilizing CDBG funds and other countywide sources,impact numerous families with job searches,suitable housing,and food.The network fosters communication throughout the city. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing The City preserves existing affordable housing stock by help financing rehabilitation of affordable housing projects or negotiating with the new owners of affordable housing projects. The City continually supports the preservation and development of affordable housing to maintain and increase affordable housing supply. Addition incentives offered are expedited permitting,and reduction in building fees. Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards Regulations requiring testing and mitigation of units built prior to 1978 all have risk assessments. The evaluation determines the necessary measures to be taken in order to create safe environments for families who may occupy properties suspected of being contaminated as required by HUD's Lead based final Rule, effective September 2000(24CFR 35).Only certified lead abatement contractors will perform lead abatement. Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families The City's Economic Development efforts will provide incentives for business owner that will address the reduction of poverty level families. Businesses will be required to hire low-income families at cost of living wages. Additionally, our sub grantee Pathways to Prosperity offer services that help develop employability skills for residents,thereby increasing their household incomes. Finally,the City supports applications for CDBG funds for job training and placement&youth and adults. Actions planned to develop institutional structure The City has a strong system of delivering and coordinating its community development goals and objectives internally with its City Departments and externally through its partnerships with lenders, nonprofit developers and social service providers throughout the county that allows for the leveraging of resources. Annual Action Plan 30 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies The City will continue to work with public and private agencies to coordinate the delivery of housing and related services. The City also maintains close relationship with nonprofit organizations that provide social services to the community. The City administers its homeowner programs for existing and new homeowners with CDBG and State funding with its collaboration efforts with lenders, housing providers, and public housing agencies. This delivered with credit counseling,budgeting,and foreclosure prevention. Discussion: Annual Action Plan 31 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Program Specific Requirements AP-90 Program Specific Requirements —91.220(1) (1,2,4) Introduction: Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1) Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in theProjects Table.The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included inprojects 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 $40,990 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: $40,990 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% Annual Action Plan 32 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK Annual Action Plan 33 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) OMB Number:4040-0004 Expiration Date: 12/31/2022 Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 •1.Type of Submission: *2.Type of Application: *If Revision,select appropriate letter(s): Preapplication ®New Application Continuation •Other(Specify): Changed/Corrected Application El Revision •3.Date Received: 4.Applicant Identifier: 5a.Federal Entity Identifier: 5b.Federal Award Identifier: State Use Only: 6.Date Received by State: 7.State Application Identifier. 8.APPLICANT INFORMATION: •a.Legal Name: City of Boynton Beach *b.Employer/Taxpayer Identification Number(EIN/TIN): *c.UEI: 59-6000282 072247133000 d.Address: *Street1: 100 East Ocean Avenue Street2: •City: Boynton Beach County/Parish: Palm Beach •State: FL: Florida Province: *Country: USA: UNITED STATES •Zip/Postal Code: 33435-0310 e.Organizational Unit: Department Name: Division Name: Financial Services Community Improvement f.Name and contact Information of person to be contacted on matters involving this application: Prefix: Mr. •First Name: RJ Middle Name: •Last Name: Ramirez Suffix: Title: Community Improvement Program Manager Organizational Affiliation: •Telephone Number: 561-742-6359 Fax Number: •Email: ramirezr@bbfl.us 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: United States Department of Housing and Urban Development 11.Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number: 19.218 CFDA Title: CDBG *12.Funding Opportunity Number: B-21-MC-12-0043 *Title: Community Development Block Grant 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: Community Development Action Plan FY 2021 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 23 •b.Program/Project Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts if needed. Add Attachment Delete Attachment I View Attachment l 17. Proposed Project: •a.Start Date: 10/01/2021 4 •b.End Date: 09/30/2022 18. Estimated Funding($): •a.Federal 582,437.00 •b.Applicant •c.State •d.Local •e.Other •f. Program Income 40,990.10 •g.TOTAL 623,427.10 •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 E 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.) L Yes ®No If"Yes",provide explanation and attach Ada Attacrmr rt 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) Z ** 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. Mrs. *First Name: Lori Middle Name: Last Name: LaVerriere Suffix: Title: City Manager •Telephone Number: 561-792-6010 Fax Number •Email: LaVerriereL@bbfl.us 'Signature of Author' ed presentative: •Date Signed: APPROVED AS TO FOR CITY ATTORNEY ASSURANCES - CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMS OMB Number:4040-0009 Expiration Date:02/28/2022 Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 15 minutes per response, including time for reviewing instructions,searching existing data sources,gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden,to the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project(0348-0042),Washington, DC 20503. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET. SEND IT TO THE ADDRESS PROVIDED BY THE SPONSORING AGENCY. NOTE: Certain of these assurances may not be applicable to your project or program. If you have questions, please contact the Awarding Agency. Further, certain Federal assistance awarding agencies may require applicants to certify to additional assurances. If such is the case,you will be notified. As the duly authorized representative of the applicant:, I certify that the applicant: 1. Has the legal authority to apply for Federal assistance, 8. Will comply with the Intergovernmental Personnel Act and the institutional,managerial and financial capability of 1970(42 U.S.C.§§4728-4763) relating to prescribed (including funds sufficient to pay the non-Federal share standards of merit systems for programs funded of project costs)to ensure proper planning, under one of the 19 statutes or regulations specified in management and completion of project described in Appendix A of OPM's Standards for a Merit System of this application. Personnel Administration(5 C.F.R. 900, Subpart F). 2. Will give the awarding agency,the Comptroller General 9. Will comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning of the United States and, if appropriate,the State, Prevention Act(42 U.S.C. §§4801 et seq.)which the right to examine all records, books, papers,or prohibits the use of lead-based paint in construction or documents related to the assistance;and will establish rehabilitation of residence structures. a proper accounting system in accordance with 10. Will comply with all Federal statutes relatingto non- generally accepted accounting standards or agency discrimination.These include but are not limited to: (a) directives. Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964(P.L.88-352) 3. Will not dispose of, modify the use of, or change the which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, terms of the real property title or other interest in the color or national origin; (b)Title IX of the Education site and facilities without permission and instructions Amendments of 1972,as amended(20 U.S.C. §§1681 from the awarding agency.Will record the Federal 1683, and 1685-1686),which prohibits discrimination awarding agency directives and will include a covenant on the basis of sex; (c)Section 504 of the in the title of real property acquired in whole or in part Rehabilitation Act of 1973,as amended(29)U.S.C. with Federal assistance funds to assure non- §794),which prohibits discrimination on the basis of discrimination during the useful life of the project. handicaps; (d)the Age Discrimination Act of 1975,as 4. Will comply with the requirements of the assistance amended(42 U.S.C.§§6101-6107),which prohibits awarding agency with regard to the drafting, review and discrimination on the basis of age; (e)the Drug Abuse approval of construction plans and specifications. Office and Treatment Act of 1972(P.L. 92-255),as amended relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of 5. Will provide and maintain competent and adequate drug abuse; (f)the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and engineering supervision at the construction site to Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation ensure that the complete work conforms with the Act of 1970(P.L.91-616), as amended, relating to approved plans and specifications and will furnish nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or progressive reports and such other information as may be alcoholism; (g)§§523 and 527 of the Public Health required by the assistance awarding agency or State. Service Act of 1912(42 U.S.C. §§290 dd-3 and 290 ee 3), as amended, relating to confidentiality of alcohol 6. Will initiate and complete the work within the applicable and drug abuse patient records; (h)Title VIII of the time frame after receipt of approval of the awarding agency. Civil Rights Act of 1968(42 U.S.C. §§3601 et seq.),as amended, relating to nondiscrimination in the sale, 7. Will establish safeguards to prohibit employees from rental or financingof housing; (i)any other using their positions for a purpose that constitutes or nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statue(s) presents the appearance of personal or organizational under which application for Federal assistance is being conflict of interest,or personal gain. made;and(j)the requirements of any other nondiscrimination statue(s)which may apply to the application. Previous Edition Usable Authorized for Local Reproduction Standard Form 424D(Rev.7-97) Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102 11. Will comply, or has already complied,with the Federal actions to State(Clean Air)implementation requirements of Titles II and III of the Uniform Relocation Plans under Section 176(c)of the Clean Air Act of Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1955, as amended(42 U.S.C. §§7401 et seq.); (g) 1970(P.L. 91-646)which provide for fair and equitable protection of underground sources of drinking water treatment of persons displaced or whose property is under the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, as acquired as a result of Federal and federally-assisted amended(P.L.93-523); and, (h) protection of programs.These requirements apply to all interests in real endangered species under the Endangered Species property acquired for project purposes regardless of Act of 1973, as amended(P.L. 93-205). Federal participation in purchases. 12. Will comply with the provisions of the Hatch Act(5 U.S.C. 16. Will comply with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of §§1501-1508 and 7324-7328)which limit the political 1968(16 U.S.C. §§1271 et seq.) related to protecting components or potential components of the national activities of employees whose principal employment wild and scenic rivers system. activities are funded in whole or in part with Federal funds. 13. Will comply,as applicable,with the provisions of the Davis- 17. Will assist the awarding agency in assuring compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Bacon Act(40 U.S.C. §§276a to 276a-7),the Copeland Act Act of 1966,as amended(16 U.S.C. §470), EO 11593 (40 U.S.C.§276c and 18 U.S.C.§874), and the Contract (identification and protection of historic properties),and Work Hours and Safety Standards Act(40 U.S.C. §§327- the Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 333)regarding labor standards for federally-assisted 1974(16 U.S.C. §§469a-1 et seq). construction subagreements. 14. Will comply with flood insurance purchase requirements of 18. Will cause to be performed the required financial and Section 102(a)of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 compliance audits in accordance with the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 and OMB Circular No.A-133, (P.L.93-234)which requires recipients in a special flood "Audits of States, Local Governments,and Non-Profit hazard area to participate in the program and to purchase Organizations." flood insurance if the total cost of insurable construction and acquisition is$10,000 or more. 19. Will comply with all applicable requirements of all other Federal laws,executive orders, regulations, and policies 15. Will comply with environmental standards which may be governing this program. prescribed pursuant to the following: (a)institution of environmental quality control measures under the National 20. Will comply with the requirements of Section 106(g)of Environmental Policy Act of 1969(P.L. 91- the Trafficking Victims Protection Act(TVPA)of 2000,as 190)and Executive Order(E0) 11514; (b)notification amended(22 U.S.C. 7104)which prohibits grant award of violating facilities pursuant to E0 11738;(c) recipients or a sub-recipient from (1)Engaging in severe protection of wetlands pursuant to E0 11990; (d) forms of trafficking in persons during the period of time evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains in accordance that the award is in effect(2)Procuring a commercial with E0 11988; (e)assurance of project consistency sex act during the period of time that the award is in with the approved State management program effect or(3)Using forced labor in the performance of the developed under the Coastal Zone Management Act of award or subawards under the award. 1972(16 U.S.C. §§1451 et seq.); (f)conformity of SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED CERTIFYING OFFICIAL ; TITLE , City Manager i g)AA-- 4(9)9.- ---4--C2t APPLICANT ORGANIZATION DATE SUBMITTED City of Boynton Beach I -/ -//2/ I ♦ 1 SF-424D(Rev.7-97)Back APPROYED AS TO CITY ATTORNEY 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. Uniform Relocation Act and Anti-displacement and Relocation Plan -- It will comply with the acquisition and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, (42 U.S.C. 4601-4655)and implementing regulations at 49 CFR Part 24. It has in effect and is following a residential anti-displacement and relocation assistance plan required under 24 CFR Part 42 in connection with any activity assisted with funding under the Community Development Block Grant or HOME programs. Anti-Lobbying--To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief: 1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of it, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress,an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract,the making of any Federal grant,the making of any Federal loan,the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan,or cooperative agreement; 2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress,an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, it will complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions; and 3. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti-lobbying certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers(including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements)and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. Authority of Jurisdiction --The consolidated plan is authorized under State and local law(as applicable) and the jurisdiction possesses the legal authority to carry out the programs for which it is seeking funding, in accordance with applicable HUD regulations. Consistency with plan --The housing activities to be undertaken with Community Development Block Grant, HOME, Emergency Solutions Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS funds are consistent with the strategic plan in the jurisdiction's consolidated plan. Section 3 -- It will comply with section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701u)and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 75. ( 12,0 L S nature of uthorized Official Date APPROVED TO Cr ri MAM/A E/ / / Title CITY ATTORNEY Specific Community Development Block Grant Certifications The Entitlement Community certifies that: Citizen Participation -- It is in full compliance and following a detailed citizen participation plan that satisfies the requirements of 24 CFR 91.105. Community Development Plan -- Its consolidated plan identifies community development and housing needs and specifies both short-term and long-term community development objectives that that have been developed in accordance with the primary objective of the CDBG program (i.e.,the development of viable urban communities, by providing decent housing and expanding economic opportunities, primarily for persons of low and moderate income)and requirements of 24 CFR Parts 91 and 570. Following a Plan -- It is following a current consolidated plan that has been approved by HUD. Use of Funds-- It has complied with the following criteria: 1. Maximum Feasible Priority. With respect to activities expected to be assisted with CDBG funds, it has developed its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to activities which benefit low-and moderate-income families or aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight. The Action Plan may also include CDBG-assisted activities which the grantee certifies are designed to meet other community development needs having particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community, and other financial resources are not available(see Optional CDBG Certification). 2.Overall Benefit. The aggregate use of CDBG funds, including Section 108 guaranteed loans, during program year(s) FN 2_0 2.1_ [a period specified by the grantee of one, two, or three specific consecutive program years], shall principally benefit persons of low and moderate income in a manner that ensures that at least 70 percent of the amount is expended for activities that benefit such persons during the designated period. 3. Special Assessments. It will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted with CDBG funds, including Section 108 loan guaranteed funds,by assessing any amount against properties owned and occupied by persons of low and moderate income, including any fee charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining access to such public improvements. However, if CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of a fee or assessment that relates to the capital costs of public improvements(assisted in part with CDBG 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. In addition, in the case of properties owned and occupied by moderate-income(not low-income) families, an assessment or charge may be made against the property for public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds if the jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG 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 U.S.C. 2000d)and the Fair Housing Act(42 U.S.C. 3601-3619)and implementing regulations. Lead-Based Paint-- Its activities concerning lead-based paint will comply with the requirements of 24 CFR Part 35, Subparts A, B, J, K and R. Compliance with Laws-- It will comply with applicable laws. (¢.4.4: (2 G 2 1 Signature of Authorized Official Date C + -TN N1 A N A(i C-2 APPROVED A3 FOR Title CITY ATTORNEY APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING LOBBYING CERTIFICATION: Lobbying Certification This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352,title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than$10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.