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MOTIONS - 04/18/06
16.b. Motion to approve the City of Corpus Christi's FY2006 Consolidated Annual
Action Plan (CAAP) for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG),
HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) and Emergency Shelter Grants (ESG)
Programs as recommended by staff and amended by the Council, and a copy of
which is attachea
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M2006-125
Rev. 04/20/06
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
FY2006 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
APPROVED FY2006 CDSG PROGRAM
FY2006 CDBG Allocation
Reprogrammed Funds
Program Income from Rehabilitation Program
Program Income from Demolition Liens/Clearance of Vacant Properties
T T FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR FY2006 CDBG PROGRAM
iADA Compliance CDSG Tracts
jThe need to address ADA Compliance is a City priority and IS being handled as funds become
i available The city with the assistance of the Committee for Persons with Disabilities will
'I identify the needs for accessibility routes. especially where curb cut ramps and sidewalks do
not exist The Committee for Persons with the Disabilities has deemed accessibility to the
Itransportation service as priority one in the criteria for prioritizing requests for ADA
i improvements. This project would enable the Clty/RT A to address the needs for ramps and
I sidewalks within the existing bus routes where none exist in CDBG areas. The funds for the
I construction for this project will be requested annually to allow the City to address this need.
The specific locations of accessible routes will be identified to meet the priority needs and
I submit these bv Mav 2006 to CDBG .
ICDBG Program Administration
This project will fund staff salanes and administrative costs. Staff is responsible for
administering the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), the HOME Investment
Partnership (HOME) and Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) Programs. Staff interprets CDBG,
HOME and ESG federal regulations, conducts public hearings/meetings, reviews propose
projects and activities to determine funding, eligibility, monitors subrecipients, provides
technical assistance, conducts environmental assessments of funding projects/activities and
enforces Davis Bacon federal wage rate requirements.
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IClearance of Vacant Properties Program
This acitivitiy will entail the clearance of vacant properties by the removal of weeds, rubbish,
brush, debris accumulations; and other unsightly, objectionable or unsanitary matter in all
CDSG eligible areas to Include designated Neighborhood Initiative Program (NIP) Areas.
Liens may be placed against the properties to cover the cost incurred.
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ICOde Enforcement Program
This project will fund salaries and benefits for (4) Code Enforcement Inspectors, (2) Project
ICoordinators and (1/2) Support Clerk. The Inspectors/Project Coordinator are responsible for
I Inspecting within the COBG Target areas for violation of City code and health ordinances.
!ThiS entails adding one more project coodinator to support the NIP
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I Cole's Gym
IThi$ project Includes renovations throughout the gym and address ADA compliance: Phase 1
lof 2 year project
!comprehenSive Plannin~ASsistance ------
ITa support continuous comprehensive planning activities Including: data collection, population
I projections, land use surveys, maintenance of development regulations, staff training/travel
! and other activities designed to update comprehensive plan elements or implement adopted
plans.
Demolition Program
The removal of unsafe structures is a priority In neighborhood revitalization within the
community. The Code Enforcement staff identifies structures that are unoccupied, unsecured
and dilapidated. Liens may be placed against the properties to cover the cost incurred for the
demolition
$3,489,407
$644,743
$800,000
$28,356
$4 962 506
$50,000
$508,000
$200,000
$247,000
$40,698
$53,000
$200,000
Emergency Home Repair Grant Program
Emergency repair grants up to $6,500 are provided to homeowners who are 65 years old or
older or disabled and very 10wncome.A majority of the repairs are for roofing, plumbing,
electrical. heating and minor structural t IS anticipated that emergency repairs will be
performed on 84-100 units
iGarcia Arts Education Center - Area Street Improvements Phase 1 & 2
jThe Garcia Arts Education Improvements define the following streets in this project as: 17th
i Street - Agnes Street to Marguerite Street; 18th Street - Agnes Street to Mary Street;
I Marguerite Street - 17th Street to 18th Street; The project includes ADA requirements, curb
land gutter and sidewalks The Wastewater and Stormwater Departments are funding the utility
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1 work. This request IS for construction and needs to be identified as such. These funds will
icomplete the project which is needed to advertise, bid and start construction
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! Heritage Park Mary-Carroll House
I Renovate newly obtained Mary-Carroll House
! HIP Administrative Director
i Provides administrative support to the Board of Directors of the Homeless Issues Partnership,
j Inc. and works to further the mission of the Copus Christi/Nueces County Continuum of Care,
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lin conjunction with City staff. County staff. and the membership of the organization.
I Historic Preservation
ITo support a National/Register Nomination of the former medical office of Dr Hector P. Garcia
! located at 1315 Bright St. In Corpus Christi, TX The nomination process will require the
I preparation of an application through the Texas Historical Commission by a consultant.
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I Mike Zepeda Park
I Provide for playground equipment and unit enclosure, ADA accessible entrance, improve the
I pavilion roof
! Mortgage Services
;The funds being requested are for the operations of our mortgage services section and
I include the salaries of one staff person that handles the servicing of all loans provided through
lthe City's Single Family Rehablllation Loan Program. Our request includes funding for one
i additional staff person that will assist the one person currently handling all mortgage services.
I Mortgage Services is currently serving 850 different types of loans
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iRehabilitation Services
I The funds being requested are to pay the salaries of staff that provide support services for the
I Rehabiltation Loan Program, Emergency Home Repair Grant Program, Homebuyer Programs,
I Mortgage Counseling, Homebuyer Classes and Rental Rehabilitation Loan Program. These
i programs are designed to assist low and very low Income households. Services include loan
!processing; developing specifications and plans, monitoring of construction projects through
! inspections. processing of homebuyer applicants conducting inspections; and conducting
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i homebuyer classes
I Renewal Community ---- -- -.
[The City of Corpus Christi Economic Development office IS requesting COSG funds to initiate
loutreach and marketing activities in the original and expanded Renewal Community. These
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loutreach Include contracting for professional services to assist businesses in completing the
ICommercial Revitilization Deduction Applications completing forms associated with tax
!credits and deductions
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I Residential Traffic Management Program
!This program includes the possibility for residents to share in the cost of the Installation of
I'speed humps under certain conditions. The purpose of this request is to allocate CDSG funds
. to bear the residents' share of Installation costs In qualified CDSG eligible tracts.
$500,000
$181,000
$50,000
$15,000
$15,000
$25,000
$54,000
$677,000
$20,000
$12,000
SF Rehabilitation Loan Program
The Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Program provides zero percent and three percent
interest loans to homeowners interested in rehabilitating their homes. It is estimated that 5-10
units will be rehabilitated and 15-20 units will be reconstructed These funds will also be used
to demolish and relocate homeowners being aSlsted with the reconstruction of their homes.
The funds provided for demolition and relocaton will be provided as a grant to the homeowner.
Southmoreland Addition Area Street Improvements 38 and 48 - Part 1: Fannin & Lewis
51. btw Fannin & Norton
The Project consists of construction of 28 ft 8-B street pavement, curb, gutter, sidewalk, ADA
requirements, driveways, undergound drainage and utilities for Phase 38 & 48 This is the
second of three years to complete the project
The Weed and Seed Program
This will fund staff salaries for the support Weed and Seed Program is a comprehensive multi-
agency approach to combating violent cnme, drug use and gang activity in high crime
neighborhoods. The goals are to "weed" out cnme from targeted neighborhoods, while at the
same time "seed" the target areas with a wide range of crime prevention programs and
Human Services to prevent crime from reoccurring within the target areas.
City Projects Total
$1,074,000
$155,000
$50,000
$4,126,698
NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS
Boys and Girls Club of Corpus Christl
Phase IV of our Sports Complex includes the construction of one Soccer/Flag Football Field,
additional parking on the south side of the complex, installation of bleachers scoreboards,
press box and sidewalk areas
Corpus Christi Hope House
This project entails the renovation and improvement of the living conditions for the residents at
658 and 630 Robinson
Corpus Christi Metro Ministries
CDSG funds will assist with asbestos abatement removal and replacement of flooring,
removal and replacement of windows, demolition, carpentry, painting, electrical work,
plumbing, architectural fees, contractor fees and advertising.
Del Mar College Small Business Development Center
Del Mar College is requesting funds to expand the enhanced "Business Resource Center."
This request includes funding for office space for four business related organizations; salaries
for a full time outreach coordinator, a Micro Loan Program Administrator, a part time
administrative assistant, and a part time industry expert; plan room for reviewing, searching
and accessing government contracts
National Archives and Historical Foundation of the American G.!. Forum of the U.S.
This proposed project calls for a challenge grant of CDBG funds to be matched by the agency
in an amount equal to almost 2 to 1 This project includes the complete rehabilitation and
renovation of the former office of Dr. Hector P Garcia, together with the acqusition of
additional land for parking and the expansion of the original office. The first result of the
project will be the elimination of the terrible blighting influence of the now vacant and
deteriorating building
Nueces County Children's Advocacy Center - Phase 1
To house, in one building, members of agencies required to conduct child abuse
Investigations This will allow for a multidisciplinary team approach to handling child abuse
cases and better serve the community.
Nueces County Community Action Agency
Weathenze and make modifications to homes of families of low to moderate income and
families with disabilities
Non-Profit Total
Ci~ Projects Total
Overall Total
$100,000
$30,808
$125,000
$150,000
$250,000
$100,000
$80,000
$835,808
$4,126,698
$4,962,506
APPROVED FY2006 ESG PROGRAM
911 Park Place, dba Mission 911
Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with
employment, physical health and education for the homeless. Provision of
Homeless Prevention including short-term subsidies, security deposits or
1 st moth's rent, mediation programs legal services and payments to
prevent foreclosure on a home Maintenance and Operation including rent,
iinsurance, utilities and furnishings
Catholic Charities
Provision of Homeless Prevention Including short-term subsidies, security
deposits or 1 st moth's rent, mediation programs, legal services and
payments to prevent foreclosure on a home.
Coastal Bend Alcohol & Drug Rehabilitation Center d.b.a. Charlie's
Place
Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with
employment, physical health and education for the homeless.
Maintenance and Operation including rent, iinsurance, utilities and
furnishings.
Corpus Christi Hope House
Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with
employment, physical health and education for the homeless. Payment of
maintenance, operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings.
Corpus Christi Metro Ministries
Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with
employment, physical health and education for the homeless. Provision of
Homeless Prevention including short-term subsidies, security deposits or
1 st month's rent, mediation programs, legal services and payment to
prevent foreclosure on a home Payment of maintenance, operations
including rent insurance, utilities and furnishing.
Mary Mcleod Bethune Day Nursery, Inc.
Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with
employment, physical health and education for the homeless. Payment of
maintenance, operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings.
The ARK Assessment Center and Emergency Shelter for Youth
Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with
employment, physical health and education of the homeless. Payment of
maintenance, operations, including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings.
The Salvation Army
Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with
employment, physical health and education for the homeless. Payment of
maintenance, operations including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings.
$10,662
$13,000
$10,663
$13,000
$43,000
$13,000
$13,000
$13,000
The Women's Shelter of South Texas
Provision of Essential Services including services concerned with
employment, physical health and education for the homeless. Provision of
Homeless Prevention including short-term subsidies, security deposits or
1 st month's rent. mediation programs. legal services and payment to
prevent foreclosure on a home. Payment of maintenance, operations
including rent, insurance, utilities and furnishings.
TOTAL
$20,000
$149,325
APPROVED FY2006 HOME PROGRAM
FY2006 Allocation
American Dream Downpayment Initiative (ADDI)
Reprogrammed Funds
Program Income
TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR FY2006 HOME PROGRAM
CCCIC.
CDC New Construction Homebuyer Program
Construction of new single family multi-housing units The units must
remain affordable for a minimum of 20 years. These funds will be used by
the CDC A deferred forgivable loan. not to exceed $20,000, payable after
the 1 st mortgage IS paid, will be provided to low income home buyers for
the purchase of a home. The amount of the deferred loan will be based on
HUD income limits These funds will assist approximately 17 low to
moderate income families These funds may be applied towards the Model
block ro ram
HOME AdministrationrTechnical Assistance
Administrative funds for staffing, planning, oversight. coordination. staff
supervision, monitoring and evaluation, contracting,
recordkeeping/reporting and overall program management. Technical
assistance will be provided to enhnce the capacity of CHDO's, nonprofits,
owners/investors orfof rental property and other organizations that may
participate in the program May include administrative funds for direct
operating support for the CHDO's.
Homebuyer Assistance Program
A deferred, forgivable 'oan not to exceed $5,000 will be provided to low
income, homebuyers far the purpose of meeting down payment and closing
costs ex enses
Homebuyer Assistance Program - ADDI
A deferred, forgivable loan not to exceed $5,000 will be provided to low
income, first-time homebuyers only for the purpose of meeting down
payment and closing cost expenses
Major Rehabilitation
PrOVide loans tolow income homeowners to assist them with major
rehabilitation of their homes
Minor Rehabilitation
PrOVide emergency grant to very low Income homeowners to assist them
with minor rehabilitation of their homes
Model Block Program
Neighborhood Services Department IS requesting support for the
neighborhood revitalization projects within the Model Block Program that
will be dedicated for the purchases of land, housing rehabilitation, new
construction of single family housing, homebuyer assistance and other
eligible improvement projects to be established by the participating
neighborhood.
Subrecipients/Other Entities
Buena Vida Senior Village
New senior development of 120 units of rental apartments for low and
moderate income residents 55 or over HOME funds will be combined with
Housing Tax Credits and conventional financing to construct this property.
$250,000
$166,600
$450,000
$25,570
$100,000
$100,000
$550,000
$126,815
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Cliff Maus Village Trust
Replacement of water lines serJicing the apartment building units on the $100,000
property -..-
Corpus Christi Metro Ministries
The proposed project costs include appropriate contractor and architectural
fees. asbestos abatement by a qualified contractor, removal and $125,000
replacement of flooring and windows. the installation of a heating,
ventilation and air-conditioning system necessary demolition, carpentry,
painting, electrical and plumbing improvements
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Costa Tarragona II, L TO
New construction 250 unit Multi family project located in Corpus Christi, $150,000
Projet will be 100% affordable serving families at 60% AMI and 50% AMI.
LULAC West Park Apartments (Trust)
Rehabilitation of a 124 unit multifamily development, 1, 2, 3 bedroom
apartment units, serves families at or below 60% of the area median $125,000
income; 124 Housing Assistance Program units, approximately 35 years
old
Nueces Loft Apartments
Adaptive reuses of a historic downtown building from office space to rental
apartments Project costs include construction and development costs
related to the change from existing office use to residential apartments
exclusive of acquisition and commercial tenant finish costs. The completed $300,000
development will have sixty six loft style apartment units with twelve
apartment units set aSide for low income residents The HOME Funds are
requested as a subordinate loan to be repaid from the developments of net
operating income
COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION'S (CHDO's)**
NUECES COUNTY COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY
NCCAA proposes to utilize the funds to assist CAP Estates II, Phase III, $200,000
prOVide down payment and closing cost assistance to seventeen families
80% or below the area median ,ncome
TG 110 - GLENOAK APARTMENTS
Request funds to rehabilitate the exterior surfaces of all buildings consisting
of re-roof all buldings; add storm Windows with solar screens; add security
lighting; add ADA accessiblitiy route. add new gutters and downspouts. $210,000
The project also has needs of interior rehabilitation work; replace all kitchen
cabinets/countertops; replace all bath fixtures, replace water heaters (49),
replace HVAC condensers (38)
CCCIC Projects Total $1,642,170
Subrecipients/Other Entities Total -- $926,815
CHDO's Total $410,000
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TOTAL $2,978,985
* Subrecipients/Other Entities/CHDO's are contracted thru the CCCIC
** COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS (CHDO). The City of
Corpus Christi will set aside at an minimum the 15% ($249,901) required by regulations for
use oy the CHDO within the 24-month period The City of Corpus Christi will provide
technical assistance and capacity building as necessary.