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19.a.
Motion adopting the FY2002 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG),
Emergency Shelter Grants (ESG) and the HOME Investment Partnerships
(HOME) Programs.
ATTEST:
Armando Chapa, City Secretary
City of Corpus Christi
M2002 - 148
Revised 05-15-2002
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
FY2002 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
APPROVED CDBG PROGRAM
FY2002 CDBG Allocation
Reprogrammed Funds
Program Income from Rehabilitation Program
TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR FY2002 CDBG PROGRAM
$ 4,950,000
$ 251,842
$ 700,000
$ 5,901,842
ADA Compliance - Individual Requests
Construction of curb ramps where non exist or where existing curb ramps are reported to be inadequate for use
by persons with disabilities.
ADA Compliance - Mary Grett School Area
Additional funds for design and construction of additional curb ramps in compliance with Texas Department of
Licensing and Regulations where non exist or where existing curb ramps are found to be inadequate for use by
persons with disabilities.
ADA Compliance - Memorial Hospital Area
Additional funds for design and construction of additional curb ramps in compliance with Texas Department of
Licensing and Regulations where non exist or where existing curb ramps are found to be inadequate for use by
persons with disabilities.
Asbestos Testing and Removal Grant Program
State and Federal regulations require compliance with State asbestos health protection rules and Federal
emission standards for hazardous air pollutants. Asbestos testing and removal is required on housing that is
being demolished through the Code Enforcement and housing activities.
Ben Garza Gym Locker Room Improvement
Provide funding to install lockers and additional showers in the locker rooms and restrooms at the gymnasium.
The facility needs these types of support facilities installed in order to better serve its customers.
Business Incubator/Accelerator
Develop and sustain an economic development tool for the City of Corpus Christi that is designed to accelerate
the growth and success of small businesses by providing a business resource center and office space for start-up
and/or emerging businesses.
Code Enforcement
Sixty-five percent (65%) of the Code Enforcement effort to eliminate slum and blight, including removal of
substandard structures, high weeds, debris, garbage, trash and other health hazards to the public is spent in
target areas. The general fund supports one hundred pement (100%) of the clean up and mowing involved in
the elimination of slum and blight. This request is to provide only twenty percent (20%) of the staffing cost to
supplement the efforts in the eligible CDBG areas.
Comprehensive Planning Assistance
Comprehensive Planning for the City of Corpus Christi includes all areas inside the city limits and the City's
Extraterritorial Jurisdiction. The Comprehensive Planning program is an ongoing effort to develop new plans and
regularly update previously adopted plans. Staff drafts of the plans include input from affected public agencies
such as the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, Texas General Land Office, Texas Department of Transportation,
Texas Parks and Wildlife, Texas Natural Resources and Conservation Commission, and other affected
governmental entities. Before any plans can be approved by the City Council public input in the form of public
hearings are conducted by city staff and city boards including the Planning Commission and the City Council.
221,000
85,000
26,000
50,000
55,000
50,000
109,938
75,000
Corpus Christi Renewal Community
To provide funding for staff support to implement the Renewal Community Tax Incentive Utilization Plan and
Course of Action. An initiative to encourage public-private collaboration to generate economic development and 20,000
community revitalization in Census Tracts 1, 3, 4, 10 and 11.
Demolition Grant Program
Elimination of slum and blight, including demolition of substandard structures and removal of high weeds, debris, 215,700
garbage, trash and other health hazards to the public.
Demolition/Replacement and Relocation Grant
Funds are used to demolish structures of proper~ owners being assisted through the Demolition/Replacement
Loan Program. Under the program, existing structures are demolished and a new replacement unit is
reconstructed. It is anticipated that 20 units will be demolished at an estimated cost of $4,000 per unit. ($80,000
for demolition) 200,000
Part of these funds will be used to provide grants to assist these homeowners with their relocation costs and
related expenses while their house is being reconstructed. It is estimated that 20 homeowners will need
relocation assistance at an estimated cost of $3900.00 per homeowner for six months of relocation. ($78,000)
Emergency Home Repair Grant Program
Emergency repair grants up to $6,500 are provided to homeowners who are very Iow income elderly and/or 884,470
persons with disabilities. A majority of the repairs are for roofing, plumbing, electrical, heating and minor
structural. It is anticipated that emergency repairs will be performed on 130-135 units.
FY2003 Conaolidatad Plan Preparation
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires each local jurisdiction to consolidate into
a single submission the planning and applications for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME
investment Partnership (HOME), and the Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) Programs. In accordance with HUD
regulations, the City is required to submit a new consolidated plan for FY2003. The "Plan," including both a
planning document and an application for the CDBG, ESG and the HOME Programs are developed to achieve 90,000
the goals to principally serve Iow and moderate income residents. The Consolidated Annual Action Plan
describes the activities and projects to be assisted with funds received under these programs and other HUD
programs that help to meet housing and community development objectives. This project proposal will in
essence fund the preparation needed to conduct a new consolidated plan for FY2003.
General Administration
Administration support for the CDBG, HOME and Emergency Shelter Grants programs. This activity is 455,500
responsible for planning, oversight, coordination, staff supervision, monitoring and management. Technical
assistance is provided for special projects that foster housing and community development opportunities.
Joe Garza Recreation Center Improvements
This project will provide the funding for roll up security shutters, new outdoor sports court surfacing, pavilion 85,000
replacement lights, backboards, scoreboards and parking lot overlay.
Lead Based Paint Grant
Federal regulations for the HOME and CDBG programs raquira compliance with Lead-Based Paint regulations
in HUD assisted housing. The purpose of the Lead-Based Paint regulation is to protect young children from lead
based paint hazards. These regulations apply to housing built prior to 1978. However, they do not apply to
emergency repair projects, emergency shelter housing, zero bedroom units, efficiency units, vacant units to be
demolished and non-residential property. Additionally, these regulations do not apply to housing for the elderly 50,000
or person with disabilities, unless a child under the age of six will reside in the unit. These funds will be used to
test for the presence of lead-based paint or clearance testing for the presence of lead dust. It is anticipated that
between the two programs, 100 houses will need a clearance test or paint test performed at an estimated cost
of $500.00 per house.
Minority Business Opportunity Committee (MBOC)
This will fund staff salaries for the support of the MBOC program. MBOC is an information clearinghouse for
the City of Corpus Christi that provides comprehensive information on certifications and contracting opportunities 110,000
from all levels of government. MBOC is the first contact information resource for sub-contractors, general
contractors, entrepreneurs, and government officials in regards to small business opportunities.
Old & New Bayview Cemeteries Restoration Master Plan
Old Bayview and New Bayview Cemeteries are in dire need of restoration efforts related to the tombstones and
the cemetery monuments in the two cemeteries. This is a historically significant project that will decrease the 25,000
blight in that area of the city. The funding for this project would be used to contract for special historic
reconstruction master design services.
Rehabilitation Loan Servicing & Delinquent Payment Collection
This will pay for staff salaries to support the administration of loans provided to Iow income homeowners funded 55,889
through the Rehabilitation Loan Program.
Rehabilitation Services
Provide administrative support services to Iow and moderate income persons, such as loan processing,
development of specifications and pla ns, inspections, housing counseling and other related services associated 602,600
with the various loan and grant programs.
Roged Curb and Gutter - Manshiem Area
Funds for design and construction phase of underground storm drainage lines to serve the Manshiem area as
defined. This proposal includes the extension of a 5x5 box culvert connecting at Gollihar south on Evelyn and 520,000
a 48" RCP on Sunnybrook to cross connect to the existing system serving Manshiem area. This project would
be combi ned with the design and construction of Evelyn Street in the Sunnybrook/Evelyn/Gollihar/Kostoryz area.
Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Program
Provides loans to Iow and moderate income homeowners to rehabilitate their homes. It is anticipated that 10-15 950,000
units will be rehabilitated and 20-25 units will be reconstructed.
Southmoreland Addition Area Street Improvement Phase 3B and 4B
Provide funding for the design of approximately 2300 I.f. of street improvements on Lewis from Clemmer to
Watson, 300 I.f.; Watson from Ayers to Naples, 1250 I.f.; Naples from Richard to Watson, 750 I.f. Improvements 15,000
include design of pavement 28' B-B, curb, gutter sidewalks, driveways and underground drainage for Phase 3B.
Funds for construction will be requested in future years.
Sunnybrook/Evelyn/GolliharlKostoryz Area St & Drainage Improvement
1) Design and construction (street and drainage) for Evelyn Street. Scope of construction consists of 28' B-B
pavement cross section with curb, gutters, sidewalks, and driveways. Evelyn Street is proposed to have the
underground storm drainage installed as part of the Rolled Curb and Gutter Replacement - Manshiem Area 371,000
Phase 1. Future CDBG allocations will fund phased improvements in this area. 2) Authorization to improve
Sunnybreok - Ayers to Kostoryz in preliminary design approved in FY01 ($10,000).
T.C. Ayere Recreation Center Improvements
Provide funding for interior improvements such as a new HVAC system, lighting, ceiling tiles and painting inside 20,500
and outside of the building.
Weed & Seed Program
This will provide funding for staff support of the Weed & Seed Program. The Weed and Seed Program is a
comprehensive multi-agency approach to combating violent crime, drug use and gang activity in high crime
neighborhoods. The goals are to "weed" out crime from targeted neighborhoods and to "seed" the target site 50,000
with a wide range of crime prevention programs and human services to prevent crime from re-occurring within
the targeted area.
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
FY2002 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
Boys & Girls Club of Corpus Christi
Construction/irrigation of Kickball and soccer fields; installation of windows/framing across front of Boys & Girls 76,820
Club.
Catholic Charities - Mother Theresa Shelter
Improvements to a public facility to include bathing facilities with private dressing areas for men and women,
renovating restrooms and larger room to be used for eating area., i.e. light snacks, coffee, etc. Smaller room will
be renovated to used for reading, counseling, gathering place, etc. for homeless men and women. Improvements 90,108
will comply with all ADA requirements.
Capital Contribution $96,600
Corpus Christi Hope House, Inc.
Renovations to comply with ADA requirements and to improve the living conditions at the homeless shelters of 10,292
Corpus Christi Hope House. Capital Cont#bution $10,292
Corpus Christi United Little Miss Kickball
To bring sports complex facilities into compliance with American Disabilities Act by creating a paved entrance 30,000
way to each of the fields.
Gulf Coast Council of La Raze
Will enable the Gulf Coast Council of La Raze, Inc to complete the 1) North Parking lot that will be used as a
student Parking lot; 2) Outlining the landscaping of the North Parking areas along Horne Rd., 3) Addition of a 32,000
locking gate for the Fire Lane Fire Department will retain Keys; 4) Amhitectural, engineering, and construction
testing required for the project. Capital Contdbution $10,000
LULAC Village Park Apts.
To fund an activity court cover/shelter to protect community from weather elements. Capital Contdbution $10,000 79,500
Neighborhood Centers of Corpus Christi
Rehabilitation and improvements to the Marguerite Neighborhood center, at 2020 Marguerite Street, to include
removal of all exterior cedar facing, replace it with new siding, provide for interior renovations to the existing 60,025
restrooms and to comply with current ADA standards. Capital Cont#bution $10, O00
Nueces County Community Action Agency
To weatherize homes occupied by families from Iow to very Iow incomes in target areas. Capital Cont#bution 80,000
$363,428
Westside Business Association
To provide funding for electrical, irrigation and base for setting art piece to finalize the completion of Crosstown 35,000
and Agnes Beautification Project. Capital Contdbution $4,000
YMCA of Corpus Christi
To fund the improvement of accessibility of mobility impaired individuals through renovation of restroom area in 15,400
men's locker room.
TOTAL $5,90'1,842
APPROVED FY2002 EMERGENCY SHELTER GRANT (ESG) PROGRAM
FY2002 ESG Allocation $173,000
Catholic Charities
Provision of Homeless Prevention including short-term subsidies, security deposits or 1st month's rent, mediation 15,000
programs, legal services and payment to prevent foreclosure on a home.
Corpus Christi Hope House
Provide emergency shelter and related services to teenage pregnant and homeless. 10,000
Corpus Christi Metro Ministries
Continuation and enhancement of existing shelter operations and supportive services. 50,000
; Gulf Coast Council of La Raza
To assist in providing services to runaway, homeless, abused and neglected children ages 6 through 17 who ara 25,000
in need of residential, counseling, and advocacy services in order to expedite reconciliation with their families.
Mary McLeod Bethune Day Nursery, Inc.
To assist the homeless with child care services that presently is needed by parents in shelters that are in short 10,000
and long term treatment programs and do not qualify for other state child care programs.
Salvation Army
Salvation Army operates a wide variety of social service programs which benefit the homeless. These include
the Red Shield Lodge Dining Room, Red Shield Lodge, shelter for men, Project Bridge, the only shelter in the
city which allows families to remain together; Project Bridge for families and individuals; a Homeless Veteran's 20,000
program; Voice Works, a voice mail program which enhances employment opportunities; crisis aid to families
and individuals; seasonal aid, including the distribution of food and clothing; job training, life skills counseling;
information and referrals; and the only mobile feeding unit in the area.
The Ark Assessment Center & Emergency Shelter for Youth
Provide a caring intervention for abused and neglected males and females from birth through 17 years of age 15,000
by placing them in a secure environment.
The Women's Shelter
Emergency shelter for homeless victims of domestic violence and sexual assault and their children. Additional
supportive services include, but are not limited to, safety planning and counseling for adults and children, legal 28,000
advocacy, community resource coordination, assistance with victims compensation claims, assistance in
obtaining employment, affordable housing, and child cara.
TOTAL $173,000
APPROVED FY2002 HOME PROGRAM
FY2002 HOME Allocation
$1,985,000
CCClC
HOMEBUYER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
A deferred, forgivable loan not to exceed $3,000 may be provided to Iow income, homebuyers for the purpose
of meeting down payment and closing costs expenses.
ADMINISTRATIONrFECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
Administrative funds for staffing, planning, oversight, coordination, staff supervision, monitoring and evaluation,
contracting, recordkeeping/reporting and overall program management. Technical assistance may be provided
to enhance the capacity of CHDO's, nonprofits, owners/investors of rental property and other organizations that
may participate in the program. Also includes administrative funds for direct operating support for the CHDO's.
MINOR REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM
Minor rehabilitation of units with more than $1,000 but less than $6,500. Grants may be provided to homeowners
who are 62 years and older and/or persons with disabilities.
MAJOR REHABILITATION LOAN PROGRAM
Loans of 0% to 3% for qualified income families with up to a 20 year term~ Reconstruction of owner-occupied
units unsuitable for rehabilitation and to provide for the reconstruction of new suitable units. Relocation grants
may be provided for temporary relocation and a grant to provide funds to demolish and construct the replacement
unit.
NEW CONSTRUCTION
Construction of new single family \ Multi - housing units. The units must remain affordable for a minimum of 20
years. A deferred loan, not to exceed $20,000, payable after the 1st mortgage is paid, may be provided to Iow
income home buyers for the purchase of a home. The amount of the deferred loan may be based on HUD
income limits. Contracting with subrecipients by the CCClC is permitted.
549,000
198,500
100,000
250,000
589,750
COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORG. (CHDO) *
NEW CONSTRUCTION
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 may be made available to Iow income individuals under affordable conditions for a period up to 15 years.
297,750
TOTAL $1,985,000
*COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS (CHDO)The City of Corpus Christi will set aside at a minimum the
15% ($297,750) 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.
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