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HomeMy WebLinkAboutM1999-148 - 05/18/1999MOTIONS - 5/18/99 10.a. Motion adopting the FY99 Community Block Development Grant, Emergency Shelter Grant, and HOME Investment Partnership programs. A'I-rEST: A~'mando Chapa,ffCity Secretary amuel L. N~al, Jr., ~wayor (./, City of Corpus Christi M99 - 148 ~'"ATTACHMENT "D" CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI FY99 ANNUAL ACTION Approved CDBG Program FY99 CDBG Allocation Reprogrammed Funds Program Income from Rehabilitation Program TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR FY99 CDBG PROGRAM $ 4,929,000 $ 73,078 $ 750,000 $ 5,752,078 # PROJECT & DESCRIPTION Council Adopt 2 ADA Compliance-Curb Ramp Improvement Airport Road between Leopard and Old Brownsville 3 117,000 Road Design and construction of 36 curb ramps at intersections along this section of Airport Road. 3 ADA Compliance-Curb Ramp Improvements: Ayers Street between Alameda/Stsples and Port 5 133,500 Avenue Design and construction of approx. 53 curb ramps at intersections along this section of Ayers street. 7 Area Neighborhood Parks Improvements 15 (1) Provide recreational improvements, playground and site rehabilitation at Ben Garza, HJ Williams, Chiquito, South Bluff, Prescott, Lawson Parks. 8 CDBG Summer Clean Up Program 17 100,000 The proposed CDBG Summer Cleanup program will address high weeds, brush and debris along public right-of-ways and private property of the elderly or physically challenged. Waivers and landowners permission will be required. Also, the program may undertake small projects such as removal of graffiti from buildings or fences. The program will concentrate within CDBG eligible tract areas. The cleanup will target high visible areas which have been neglected and other areas that have been identified by Zoning and Code Enforcement properly Advisors and Solid Waste. 9 Code Enforcement 18 100,000 Funding to supplement the city's effort in elimination of slum and blight including the removal of substandard buildings. Funds will be used for staffing costs for code enforcement in eligible CDBG areas where other city improvements are planned. 10 Comprehensive Planning Assistance 19 75,000 An ongoing effort to approve new plans and regularly update previously adopted plans. 11 Demo/Replacement and Relocation Grant 21 125,000 Funds are used to demolish structures of property owners being assisted through the Demolition/Replacement Loan Program. Under this program, existing structures are demolished and a new replacement unit is constructed. Funds are also used to provide grants to Iow and moderate income individuals to cover relocation costs and related expenses. ';2 Demolition 22 85,000 Elimination of slum and blight including removal of substandard structures, high weeds, debris, garage, trash and other health hazards to the public in all target areas. 14 Emergency Home Repair Program 25 850,000 Emergency repair grants up to $6,500 to Iow income elderly and/or persons with Disabilities. 15 Flour Bluff Estates Phase I Area Street Improvements 26 50,000 Design by consultant of the street payment, underground storm sewer, curb, gutter, sidewalks, and driveways to 28' B-B, waterline and sanitary sewer lines with new cleanouts, (Multi-year funded project) 16 General Administration 30 399,068 Administrative support for the CDBG, HOME, and Emergency Shelter Grant programs. This activity is responsible for the planning, oversight, coordination, staff supervision, monitoring and management. Technical assistance is provided for special projects that foster housing and community development opportunities. 18 Hampshire Road Improvements: SH358 to McBride Ln. 34 44,500 Design by consultant of street pavement, underground storm sewer, curb, gutter, sidewalks, and driveways, to 28' B-B for distance of approximately 1,550 linear feet with 8-inch water line, 8-inch sanitary sewer replacement. (Multi-year funded project) ,,~ Page City # PROJECT & DESCRIPTION Council Adopt 19 "HC" Overlay Properties & Potentially Historical Marker Program 38 3,750 The "Marker Program" will provide markers for structures that are designated as "HC" Historical- Cultural listed on the National Registry and those that are classified as a "Potential Landmark" with a thirty day stay of demolition clause. With the approval of this program, it is anticipated that fifty structures will initially receive markers for exterior placement. 21 Historical Rehabilitations 43 55,000 1) Old Bayview Historic Cemetery Phase Two- $55,000 Provide phase two improvements to complete historical restoration project previously funded. 2) Gold Star Memorial Spohn Park - $20,000 Provide historical restorations to existing Gold Star Memorial at Spohn Park. 3) Coppini Fountain (Broadway Bluff) - $35,000 The fountain is Corpus Chdsti's first public art completed by an artist who has achieved international recognition since his death. The Arts & Cultural Commission funded research on the restoration of the Coppini fountain and performed a bas relief x-ray and analysis of the material. 22 Landmark Commission Brochure 45 1,500 Produce an educational brochure on the importance of historical preservation and involvement of the Landmark Commission. This brochure will highlight the very best of highly significant historical sties of Corpus Christi and include a brief history of the city. Specific information on listing property on the National Registry, as a local designated historical district, or as part of the historical marker program will be outlined. The brochure will include a section promoting participation as a Landmark Commissioner and their charge. Such brochures will be displayed in several public places as an educational and promotional tool for citizens of the city. 23 Minority Business Opportunity Committee (MBOC) 48 117,000 The Minority Business Opportunity Committee is the catalyst to launch Corpus Christi Bay Area minority and women owned businesses into the global economy where they will compete on a level playing field. MBOC programs address the need for additional job training and educational skills across the complete spectrum of age. In addition, MBOC address the challenge of an expanding youth population by providing multiple programs to engender the entrepreneurial spirit within minority youth. 24 New Senior's Central Kitchen Development 66 78,000 Design of new Senior's Central Kitchen and site selection. 26 Omaha Street Improvement: IH 37 to Leopard Street 70 300,000 Reconstruction of street pavement, undeq;Iround storm sewer, curb, gutter, sidewalks and driveways, to 28' B-B for distance of approximately 2,100 linear feet with 8-inch water line, 8-inch sanitary sewer rehab or replacement. 27 Operation Weed & Seed 72 50,000 The program is a comprehensive multi agency approach to combating violent crime, drug use and gang activity in high gang activity in high crime neighborhoods. The goal is to "weed" out crime from the targeted neighborhoods which in compasses the entire enterprise zone. To "seed' the target site with wide range of crime and drug prevention programs, human service agency resources to prevent crime from re-ocourring within the targeted areas. 28 Rehabilitation Loan Servicing & Delinquent Payment Collection 75 51,884 Administration of loans provided to Iow income homeowners funded through the Rehabilitation Loan Programs. 29 Rehabilitation Services 76 638,000 Provide support services to iow and moderate income persons, such as loan processing, development of specs and plans, inspections, housing counseling and other related resources associated with the various loan and grant programs. 30 Sidewalk Improvements: Rosalie Blvd between Prescott St and Vestal St., Vestal Street between 77 (1) Shirley Dr. and Harriett St-west side. Design and construction of approximately 700 linear feet of sidewalk on Vestal Street between Shirley Dr. and Harriett, west side only, and approximately 2,250 linear feet of sidewalk along both sides of Rosalie Blvd between Prescott and Vestal Streets. 31 Single Family/Commercial Rehabilitation Loan Program 79 750,000 Funds are used to provide Iow interest loans to homeowners in order to assist them in bringing their house up to current building standards. ~ Page City # PROJECT & DESCRIPTION Council Adopt 32 Southmoreland Addition Street Improvements Ph 3A & 4A 80 500,000 Proposed Southmoreland Addition Ph 3A improves Lewis from Richard St. to Clemner St and eliminates roadside ditches. 33 Special Assessment - Paving Grant 82 75,000 To provide grants to qualified Iow income families to pay the assessments for street improvements in the Omaha and Southmoreland I. 35 Youth Sports Complex on State School Property 85 300,000 Provide a new youth soccer and recreational complex on donated land from the State School on (1) Airport Road. CDBG funds will be leveraged against a TPWD Outdoor Recreation Grant to develop the project. The proposed CDBG funds (300,000) and the donated land value (200,000) will be the 50% local match to the TPWD Outdoor Recreation Grant (500,000). A requirement of the TPWD Grant specifies that the donated land shall be dedicated as public parkland in perpetuity and this donation satisfies the grant requirements. The Complex would provide recreational opportunities beneficial to both the State School and the general public. 36 Zavala Senior Center/Joe Gar-za Site Beautification 87 40,000 Provide site enhancements to the Zavala Senior Center, Joe Garza Pool/Bathhouse, and Recreation Center by developing an outdoor plaza area to accommodate outdoor recreational activities and beautify the area. Total $5,039,202 (1) If the City does not receive the award of $500,000 from the Texas Park and Wildlife Department Outdoor Recreation Grant, Project #7 (Area Neighborhood Parks Improvements) and Project #30 (Sidewalk Improvements: Rosalie Blvd. between Prescott St. and Vestal St., Vestal Street between Shirley Dr. and Hardett St.) will be funded equally for $150,000. Non Profit Organizations # PROJECT & DESCRIPTION Page City Council Adopt 37 Boys & Girls Club of Corpus Christi, Inc. 89 90,000 Renovation of Youth AthletiC areas (gym & weight room) and upgrade A/C system. 40 Corpus Christi Art Foundation, Inc./dba South Texas Institute for the Arts 122 40,000 Purchase of property adjacent to Antonio E. Garcia Education Center to develop youth activities park for Garcia Center. 42 Corpus Christi Metro Ministries, Inc. 143 55,000 Renovate two restroom areas at Rainbow House, a 28 bed shelter for women and children. The renovated restrooms will be fully complaint with all ADA standards and city plumbing codes. Capital Contribution - $15,000 44 The Council on Alcohol and Drug Abuse - Coastal Bend 163 40,000 Acquisition by purchase of vacant lot adjacent to the Council's main office for the purpose of establishing a Youth Activities and learning Center to accommodate delivery of youth services and alternative activities with a heavy emphasis on family involvement. Capital Contribution - $48,000 - $55,000 45 Fighting to Rid Gangs in America Foundation 190 40,000 Rehabilitation of the Foundation Activity Center, formerly the Rev. Oscar Romero Middle School 46 Greenwood-Molina Nursery School 198 144,000 Construct and equip 3,500 square feet of additional space to provide services for approximately 160 children to be served during two shifts of care during the day and night to make the necessary improvements to the existing facility to improve service accommodations. Capital Contribution - ! $289,860 56 International Westaide Pony League 288 73,876 Renovate, beautify and provide a safe haven for boys and girls of the affected neighborhood. By doing this, fields dugouts, bleachers, lights, concession stands, and restrooms will be renovated/repaired so that the community has an opportunity to participate. 57 Mary McLeod Bethune Day Nursery, Inc. 293 150,000 The Janet Harte Multi Purpose Building is designed to enhance the developmental stages of all children presently in care and for the futura, for children ages birth to 11 years, 11 months. Capital Contribution - $25O,000 59 Nuecea County Community Action Agency 315 80,000 To weatherize homes occupied by families from Iow to very Iow incomes in the targeted areas. Leverage with State funding. Total Non Profits $712,876 Grand Total $5,752,078 4 FY99 Allocation ~ FY99 Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) Program 1 Catholic Social Services 1 5,000 To assist homeless individuals in the areas of Homeless Prevention by providing first month's rent, security deposits, and payments to prevent foreclosures. 2 Corpus Christi Metro Ministries, Inc. 42 55,000 Essential Services to provide salary support. Funding for Maintenance and Operation will be used to fund food purchases, telephone system, insurance, building occupancy and an audit. 3 Dos Mundoa Day School, Inc. 52 30,000 Essential Services to provide child care and adult education classes. Operation and Maintenance funds will be used for adult services, transitional housing, and child care expenses. 4 Gulf Coast Council of La Raza 64 30,000 Essential Services for C~sis Intervention Counseling. Operation and Maintenance for operation and maintenance costs, Renovation for minor repaim and funds for Homeless Prevention. 5 The Salvation Army 83 25,000 Essential Services to pay for salary support for the Red Shield Dining Room and the Mobile Feeding Unit, Operation and Maintenance for food purchases and the operations of the Mobile Feeding Unit. 6 The Women's Shelter 91 30,000 Ess.ential Services to provide for community resource coordination and case management support servlcas, Homeless Prevention to assist with rental and utility deposits, first months rent assistance and rent arrearage assistance, Operation and Maintenance for partial operation and maintenance costs for the 24 hour residential facility. Total $175,000 · FY99 Allocation ~ FY99 HOME PROGRAM ,,~ $'1,789,000 City # ACTIVITY Council Adopt CCCIC 1. HOMEBUYER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 500,000 A deferred, forgivable loan not to exceed $3,000 will be provided to Iow income, homebuyers for the purpose of meeting down payment and closing costs expenses. 2. ADMINISTRATION/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE 178,900 Administrative funds for staffing, planning, overnight, coordination, staff supervision, monitoring and evaluation, contracting, recordkeeping/reporting and overall program management. Technical assistance will be provided to enhance the capacity of CHDO's, nonprofits, ownem/investom of rental property and other organizations that may participate in the program. Also includes administrative funds for direct operating support for the CHDO's. 3. MINOR REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM - Minor rehabilitation of units with more than $1,000 but less than 100,000 $6,500. Grants will be provided to homeowners who are 62 years and older and/or persons with disabilities. 4. MAJOR REHABILITATION LOAN PROGRAM - Loans of 0% to 3% for qualified income families with up to a 20 250,000 year term. Reconstruction of owner-occupied units unsuitable for rehabilitation and to provide for the reconstruction of new suitable units. Relocation grants will be provided for temporary relocation and a grant to provide funds to demolish and construct the replacement unit. 5. NEW ~ 491,750 Construction of new single family \ Multi - housing units. The units must remain affordable for a minimum of 20 years. These funds may be used by a CDC. A deferred loan, not to exceed $15,000, payable after the 1st mortgage is paid, will be provided to Iow income home buyers for the purchase of a home. The amount of the deferred loan w be based on HUD income mits. COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORG. (CHDO) * 6. NEW CON~TRI)CTIQN 268,350 Low interest loans/grants to Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDO's) for the purpose of constructing new rental housing units. ACQUISITION AND REHABILITATION Financing to acquire and rehabilitate existing rental housing which would be owned, operated or sponsored by a Community Housing Development Organization is proposed as an activity. Housing acquired through this program will be made available to Iow income individuals under affordable conditions for a pedod up to 15 years. TOTALS ~ ,789,000 *COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS (CHDO)The City of Corpus Christi will set aside at a minimum the 15% ($268,350) required by regulations for use by the CHDO within the 24-month period. The City of Corpus Christi will provide technical assistance and capacity building as necessary.