HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes City Council - 04/25/2000I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the
Regular Council Meeting of the City of Corpus Christi of April 25, 2000, which were approved by
the City Council on May 9, 2000.
WITNESSETH MY HAND AND SEAL, this 9th day of May, 2000.
Armando Chapa
City Secretary
SEAL
MINUTES
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI, TEXAS
Regular Council Meeting
April 25, 2000
12:01 p.m.
PRESENT
Mayor Samuel L. Neal Jr.
Mayor Pro Tem Dr. Arnold Gonzales*
Council Members:
Javier D. Colmenero
Melody Cooper*
Henry Garrett
Rex A. Kinnison
Betty Jean Longoria
John Longoria
Mark Scott*
City Staff:
City Manager David R. Garcia
Deputy City Manager George Noe
City Attorney James R. Bray Jr.
City Secretary Armando Chapa
Recording Secretary Rachelle P. Ramon
Mayor Neal called the meeting to order in the Council Chambers of City Hall.
The invocation was delivered by Rev. Danny Barfield, Central Christian Church, following
which the Pledge of Allegiance to the United States flag was led by Council Member Colmenero.
City Secretary Chapa called the roll and verified that the necessary quorum of the Council and the
required charter officers were present to conduct the meeting. Mayor Neal called for approval of the
minutes of the regular Council meeting of April 18, 2000. A motion was made and passed to approve
the minutes as presented.
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Mayor Neal announced three executive sessions, pursuant to Texas Government Code
Section 551.071, regarding the following:
cases against the City of Corpus Christi et al in the United States District Court for the
Southern District of Texas, Corpus Christi Division: William Bussey No. C-99-171, John
Betz No. C-99-133, Arnulfo Guerrero, Jr. No. C-99-143, Mark Schauer No. C-99-144,
Charles Bartels No. C-99-158, William Livingston No. C-99-159, Duane Pacheco No. C-99-
168, Gilbert Garcia No. C-99-170 with possible action thereon in open session;
legal advice on the process associated with creating a tax increment financing zone in the
area of the seawall on Padre Island; and
proposed agreed order with TNRCC regarding Notice of Enforcement Action, City of Corpus
Christi, J.C. Elliott Landfill, 7001 Ayers St., Corpus Christi, Nueces County, MSW Permit
No. 423A, Air Account No. NE -0034-B, Docket No. 1999-1376-MLM-E; Enforcement ID
No. 14267.
City Secretary Chapa said that Council Member Garrett had filed a conflict of interest
affidavit regarding the second executive session (tax increment financing zone) and he will abstain
from discussing that matter. The Council went into executive session. (*Council Members Gonzales
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and Scott arrived during the executive session.)
The Council returned from executive session. (*Council Member Cooper arrived at 2 p.m.)
Following the reading by the Mayor of several proclamations, Mr. Chapa announced that Item 10
on the day's agenda regarding the budget had been withdrawn. Mr. Chapa then polled the Council
for their votes on the following two executive session items:
F.3.a. M2000-118
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute an agreed order with Texas
Natural Resource Conservation Commission regarding Notice of Enforcement Action, City
of Corpus Christi, J.C. Elliott Landfill, 7001 Ayers St., Corpus Christi, Nueces County,
MSW Permit No. 423A, Air Account No. NE -0034-B, Docket No. 1999-1376-MLM-E;
Enforcement ID No. 14267.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
F.3.b. ORDINANCE NO. 024023
Ordinance appropriating $83,300 from the Unreserved Fund Balance of the No. 5410 Self -
Insurance Fund -General Liability for payment of an administrative penalty or to fund a
supplemental environmental project, if the Texas Natural Resource Conservation
Commission authorizes a supplemental environmental project to offset the administrative
penalty.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Neal,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting
"Aye."
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Mayor Neal referred to the board and committee appointments on the day's agenda, and the
following appointments were made:
Community Youth Development Program Steering Committee
Rosario C. Carrizo Roland Perez
Sylvia Ann Ford
Dick Leonard
Karen Lucero
Yolanda Navarro
Christine H. Nguyen
Seline Ramos
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Mayor Neal called for petitions from the audience.
Mr. Jack Lavers, 14249 Allamanda Dr., thanked the Council for their recent action regarding
the tax increment financing district (TIF), which includes Packery Channel
Mr. William B. Ewing, 118 Naples, said he supports economic development for Corpus
Christi, particularly Packery Channel development and the formation of the TIF district.
Mrs. Kay Noyes, 930 Coral, spoke in favor of maintaining the summer youth programs,
lifeguards, and beautifying the city, and against high-priced lobbyists in Austin.
Mr. Tom Barker, 7633 Stony Brook, said he works for Moorhouse Construction and he
offered their support for the direction the Council is taking regarding economic growth for the area.
He referred to the large number of young people present earlier during the meeting, saying that they
need to have a reason to stay in Corpus Christi.
Mr. Jack Gordy, 310 Norton, said he has witnessed city employees not utilizing seat belts
while driving city vehicles and one employee who did not obey a one-way street sign. Mr. Gordy
added that Fire Station #4 now has its new chairs.
Mr. Mike Baker, 4641 Gayle Circle, asked about the budget for the Wesley Seale Dam repair
project. Mr. Angel Escobar, Director of Engineering Services, said that Dr. Ron Waters of Freese
& Nichols reported last week that after nine months of construction, the project is approximately
47% complete. To date, only one change order in the amount of $11,295 has been issued; except for
that amount, all the contingency funds are available. He said Dr. Waters pointed out that a portion
of the project regarding the spillway chute may require use of some contingency funds. Mr. Baker
also asked about changes to the Solid Waste Services ordinance. City Manager Garcia said it is
scheduled to come before the Council in May.
Mr. Sam Beecroft, 144 Ropes, said he is a member of Associated General Contractors and
he supports economic development and growth, particularly for the young people in the community.
He also commended city staff and thanked the Council for their efforts.
Mr. Bert Quintanilla, 309 Peerman, expressed his gratitude for the work they are doing as a
Council, especially with their position on Packery Channel.
Mr. J.E. O'Brien, 4130 Pompano, asked if the Council had seen the full -cost recovery plan
prepared by KPMG. He also referred to proposed budget amendments for the current fiscal year,
including an increase in the fire hydrant maintenance rate; implementation of a revised street
recovery fee assessed to utilities; sharing of the contribution for economic development between the
General Fund and utilities; and the Self -Insurance Fund. He also referred to a statement made by the
Mayor last week regarding possibly clearing the Council Chambers because of continued disruption
by audience members.
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Ms. Gail Hoffman, 3442 Paradise Dr., Executive Director of Associated General Contractors,
said that in light of the recent discovery of the budget shortfall, she wished to reaffirm their support
for economic development and the Council's actions regarding that issue.
Mr. Larry Primm, 4901 Saratoga Blvd., said he works for Braselton Construction, which has
been a part of the growth of much of Corpus Christi for 55 years. He said they look forward to being
involved with the Council in coming years as they lead the city in its economic growth.
Mrs. Anna Ruth Werner, 810 Oak Park, owner of Werner Uniforms, said she is producing
uniforms out of Austin and San Antonio. She said she received another letter from the city regarding
operating her business out of her home. Mayor Neal asked Deputy City Manager Noe to meet with
Mrs. Werner regarding her concerns.
Mr. R.F. Hasker, 1813 Wallace, suggested ways the city can save money, such as firing the
city's lobbyists, half of the attorneys, and a few assistant city managers, as well as not taking any
expensive trips.
Mr. Abel Alonzo, 1701 Thames, said he supports economic development for the children of
the community, as evidenced by those at the meeting earlier. He noted that it took the City of Laredo
four tries to pass an economic development sales tax.
Mr. Samuel Barrientes, 318 Buccaneer Dr., commented on a variety of issues, such as the
sheriff, levying taxes, and a recent concert.
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Mayor Neal called for consideration of the consent agenda (Items 3-9). There were no
comments from the Council or the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes
and the following were passed:
3. M2000-119
Motion approving a supply agreement with Mueller Company, Decatur, Illinois, for fire
hydrants in accordance with Bid Invitation No. BI -0075-00 based on low bid for an estimated
annual expenditure of $125,513.31. The term of the agreement shall be for twelve months
with an option to extend for up to two additional twelve month periods, subject to the
approval of the supplier and the City Manager or his designee. Funds are available from
Warehouse Inventory for FY99-00.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
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4. M2000-120
Motion approving the purchase of a two-year Master Licensing Agreement for Novell
NetWare Operating System and Novell GroupWise through the Department of Information
Resources, Austin, Texas in the amount of $71,617.81 subject to annual appropriation. The
licensing agreement is purchased in accordance with State of Texas Cooperative Purchasing
Program. Funds have been budgeted by MIS in FY99-00 and requested for FY00-01.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
5. M2000-121
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a construction contract in
the amount of $33,098.40 with A. Ortiz Construction & Paving , Inc. for the Oso Municipal
Golf Course Cart Path and Service Road Extension project.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
6. M2000-122
Motion authorizing the acquisition of Parcel No. I located at the northeast corner of
Williams Drive and Daly Drive for $147,500 in connection with the Williams Drive Lift
Station Expansion and Buffer project.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
7. RESOLUTION NO. 024015
Resolution authorizing the City Manager his designee to submit a grant application in the
amount of $160,322 to the State of Texas, Office of the Governor, Criminal Justice Division
for funding eligible under the FY1999 Juvenile Accountability Incentive Block Grants
Program to reduce juvenile delinquency, improve the juvenile justice system, and increase
the accountability for juvenile offenders.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
8. RESOLUTION NO. 024016
Resolution authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a one-year
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Intergovernmental Agreement with Tuloso-Midway Independent School District (TMISD)
to install and share fiber optic cable from Tuloso Road and Leopard to Haven and McKenzie
Road.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
9.a. ORDINANCE NO. 024017
Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a five year lease with Intemational
Westside Baseball League for the use of the Youth Sports Complex located at the
intersection of Greenwood Drive and Horne Road: Attachment #1, in consideration for
providing a youth sports program and providing for the year-round maintenance of the
premises and improvements.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero,
Cooper, Garrett, Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
9.b. ORDINANCE NO. 024018
Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a five year lease with Westside
Pony Baseball League for the use of the Youth Sports Complex located at the intersection
of Greenwood Drive and Horne Road: Attachment # 1, in consideration for providing a youth
sports program and providing for the year-round maintenance of the premises and
improvements.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero,
Cooper, Garrett, Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
9.c. ORDINANCE NO. 024019
Authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a five year lease with Sparkling City
Girls Fast Pitch for the use of the Youth Sports Complex located at the intersection of
Greenwood Drive and Horne Road: Attachment # 1, in consideration for providing a youth
sports program and providing for the year-round maintenance of the premises and
improvements.
The foregoing ordinance passed on second reading by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero,
Cooper, Garrett, Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
10. WITHDRAWN
Ordinaue..-apprepriating $2,273,480 fro... Unreserved Fund Balances as follows: Genial
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follows: General Fund No. 1020 $362,045, and Cen.bincd Utility Systei.. Fund $1,911,435.
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 11, FM 2444 traffic safety. There were no comments
from the audience. Council Member Kinnison thanked staff for continuing to move forward on this
issue in the manner they have. Council Member Gonzales asked that staff be directed to send a copy
of the resolution to the legislative delegation. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes
as follows:
11. RESOLUTION NO. 024020
Resolution expressing the City of Corpus Christi's interest in improving traffic safety along
F.M. Highway 2444 (Staples Street) between Saratoga Boulevard and the South City Limit,
by encouraging the implementation of available short and longer term measures by the Texas
Department of Transportation.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye"; J. Longoria absent.
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 12, purchase of a metering system. There were no
comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
12. M2000-123
Motion approving the purchase of a Compressed Natural Gas Metering System from
Megatronics International Corporation, San Antonio, Texas to be used by the Gas
Department, in accordance with the State of Texas Cooperative Purchasing Program for a
total of $27,392.85. Funds have been budgeted by the Gas Department in FY 99-00.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye"; Kinnison absent.
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 13, life and disability insurance.
Mr. Pat Alba, Director of Risk Management, explained that staff received seven proposals
for the term life insurance, three of which were very competitive. He said even though Lafayette
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Life's proposal was $6,638 more than UNUM's proposal, staff was recommending Lafayette because
UNUM's proposal included an increase for employees age 50 and older at the supplemental level
of life insurance coverage. However, Lafayette offered reductions for all employees.
Mr. Alba answered several questions from Council Member Gonzales concerning the city's
term life insurance program. It was noted that managerial employees receive $50,000 of term life
insurance at the basic level (in which the city pays the premium), while non -managerial employees
receive $3,000 of basic term life insurance.
Dr. Gonzales said he thought it would be in the best interest of city employees to offer the
same amount of basic coverage to all of them. Mr. Alba said that issue was discussed by staff and
the Council's Administrative Analysis Committee when they were reviewing all the proposals. They
concluded that they would further review it during the upcoming budget process. A discussion
ensued and Mr. Garcia added that one of the considerations is what is comparable in the industry and
what kind of benefits package the city offers its managerial employees.
Council Member Colmenero said that while he understands the need to develop an attractive
benefits package for managerial employees, it should not be at the expense of the rank and file
employees, which constitute about 90% of all city employees.
Council Member Kinnison pointed out that while the city provides $3,000 of term life
insurance to non -managerial employees at no cost to them, they also have the option of purchasing
supplemental life insurance. Mr. Alba said the employee could purchase $20,000 for $2.20 per
month. Mr. Kinnison said staff was giving the false impression there is a savings that can be spent
with this proposal. Council Member Betty Jean Longoria agreed that the issue needed to be discussed
further.
Council Member John Longoria said the city provides many benefits to its employees and
it costs a lot of money to do so. He then asked if staff talked to any of the proposers after the bids
were opened about whether they could offer any new figures. Mr. Alba replied that one of the
proposers offered to do that but the Legal Department stated that staff could not negotiate rates after
the bids came in. There were no comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the
Council for their votes as follows:
13.a. M2000-124
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a two-year contract with
renewal options for two additional one-year terms with Lafayette Life Insurance Company
in the estimated amount of $493,918 annually for employee group term life and accidental
death & dismemberment insurance.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
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13.b. M2000-125
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a two-year contract with
renewal options for two additional one-year terms with UNUM -Providence Corporation in
the estimated amount of $371,866 annually for employee disability insurance.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 14, Up River Road water line improvements. There
were no comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes:
14.a. M2000-126
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a contract in the amount of
$1,746,235 with Pate & Pate Enterprises, Inc. for construction of the Up River Road 24"
water line improvements -Phase III, West Guth Park to Southern Minerals Road.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
14.b. M2000-127
Motion authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute a testing agreement in the
amount of $25,769 with Professional Services Industries, Inc. for material testing and
inspection services for the Up River Road 24" water line improvements -Phase III, West
Guth Park to Southern Minerals Road.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 15 regarding "e-commerce." He explained that the
Texas Municipal League has asked that this item be considered by the governing bodies of Texas
cities. He noted that local sales taxes are not collected on merchandise sold through e-commerce,
which creates a non-competitive environment for local merchants and threatens the income of states
and cities.
There were no comments from the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for
their votes as follows:
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15. RESOLUTION NO. 024021
Resolution opposing any congressional action to extend or expand the current moratorium
on collecting taxes on electronic commerce.
The foregoing resolution passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
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Mayor Neal opened discussion on Item 16, mentor program. There were no comments from
the audience. City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes as follows:
16.a. M2000-128
Motion accepting a grant in the amount of $10,750 and authorizing the City Manager or his
designee to execute contracts and all related documents with the Coastal Bend Workforce
Development Board to fund a mentor program to provide construction skills to at -risk youth.
The foregoing motion passed by the following vote: Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett,
Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye."
16.b. ORDINANCE NO. 024022
Ordinance appropriating $10,750 received from the Coastal Bend Workforce Development
Board in the No. 1050 FederaUGrants Fund to fund a mentor program to provide construction
skills to at -risk youth.
An emergency was declared and the foregoing ordinance passed by the following vote: Neal,
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting
"Aye."
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Mayor Neal called for the City Manager's report. Mr. Garcia said that last week the Council
requested an update on the art museum expansion project. Mr. John Dykema, Chairman of the South
Texas Institute for the Arts, explained that the art museum board recently received a revised plan
from the architect in which the project was condensed from its original scheme. He said one of the
key aspects is that it takes a certain amount of the existing parking lot owned by the Corps of
Engineers. Mr. Dykema said the Building Committee approves of the new scheme and would like
to proceed. He said they have raised about $3 million but will not solicit additional funds until they
have a firm commitment regarding the property.
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Mr. Garcia said he spoke last week with the colonel who heads up the District Office of the
Corps of Engineers. The colonel said that while the Corps was aware that both the city and the Port
of Corpus Christi Authority were both interested in the Corps' property, the Corps was not anxious
to leave that building. In addition, the Corps will not take any action without some consensus from
both the city and the port. Mr. Dykema then showed the Council an illustration of the proposed art
museum expansion project.
Responding to Mayor Neal, Mr. Dykema said that once the property is available the art
museum board will instruct the architect to continue with the drawing and solicit more funds. The
Mayor said the next step would be for representatives from the city, port, and art museum to meet
to discuss what action should be taken regarding the Corps' building. Some of the Council members
commented on the proposed design and the need for the entities to work together on this project.
Mr. Garcia announced that April 26th is the third bond program public hearing at Grant
Middle School. He said that on May 2nd there will not be a regular Council meeting but the Council
will have a retreat, at which time they will also discuss the current budget. Mayor Neal called for
Council concerns and reports.
Mr. Longoria referred to an article in the local newspaper regarding the Marina
Superintendent's ideas for the marina. Mr. Garcia said those proposals had not been presented to or
approved by the Council and they had no authority or funding associated with them.
Mr. Scott said there is a piece of island property located in District 4 owned by Mr. Ken
Berry, who has informed Mr. Scott that while he pays city ad valorem taxes on that property, it is not
receiving city services. Mr. Scott said Mr. Berry has asked the city to consider putting the property
in an industrial district, which would allow the city to continue to receive income and would allow
him to proceed with the development of a residence. Mr. Garcia confirmed that Mr. Berry has made
this request previously and he noted that Ingleside -by -the -Bay residents are concerned about the
future of that property. Mayor Neal said he thought the Council needed to address that issue.
Ms. Cooper announced a neighborhood meeting hosted by herself, Mr. Scott, Mr. Garrett,
Mr. Colmenero, and Dr. Gonzales at Baker Middle School on May 1 st at 6 p.m. She noted that the
meeting would be posted for the public.
Mr. Kinnison asked about the status of Metrocom, the consolidated dispatch center. Mr.
Garcia said there are several actions to take, one of which is the physical component of making the
space available to house the facilities that would be transferred from Nueces County. He said they
have an architectural plan for doing that and one of the steps is the move to the Frost building, which
will be presented to the Council at the next regular Council meeting. Mr. Garcia added that they have
had difficulty resolving the issue of whether the county or the city will have the majority vote in the
center's operation. Mr. Kinnison said the city will be providing a major portion of the funding for
that project. Following a brief discussion. Mayor Neal said they will provide the Council with a brief
update. He then recessed the regular Council meeting until 6 p.m.
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Upon reconvening the meeting, Mayor Neal opened the public hearing on Item 17 regarding
the proposed FY2000 Consolidated Annual Action Plan (AAP), which is the application for funding
for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME)
and Emergency Shelter Grants (ESG) programs.
Mr. Tom Utter, Assistant City Manager for Development Services, explained that the CDBG
funding consists of the following: FY2000 CDBG allocation - $4,908,000; reprogrammed funds -
$426,282; and projected program income from the rehabilitation program - $750,000, for a total of
$6,084,282. (In addition, the Wiggins playground and T.C. Ayers parking projects totaling $11,174
were not completed because the contractors are in bankruptcy; consequently, they will be brought
forward into FY2000 to allow for the closure of the FY1996 CDBG program year.) The ESG funding
amount is $175,000, and the HOME funding is $1,788,000. Mr. Utter said the final action on the
AAP, which will occur at the May 9th Council meeting, will be published in the newspaper and
submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Mr. Norbert Hart, Director of the city's Housing and Community Development Department,
gave a computer presentation about the CDBG program, which will begin its 26th year with FY2000.
The primary objectives of the program are to provide decent housing and a suitable living
environment, and to expand economic opportunities. He said approximately $121 million of CDBG
funds have been allocated to the City of Corpus Christi over the years. Most of the funds have been
used for housing, street improvements, public facilities, and non-profit facilities.
In the area of housing, Mr. Hart said that in July 1996 the Council approved a program to
assist 4,000 units by the year 2000; as of January of this year, 3,889 units have been assisted. In
addition, 53 street projects have been funded over the last 25 years, which results in the improvement
of about 125 miles of street (including curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and drainage). Mr. Hart also showed
a map and pictures of several public and non-profit facilities, such as senior centers, westside
leagues, the Boys and Girls Club, Goodwill Industries, Gulf Coast Council of La Raza, and
Neighborhood Centers at Elgin Park. Mr. Hart added that hundreds of millions of dollars have been
provided to the city through federal and state programs.
Mayor Neal then referred to the listing of recommended FY2000 CDBG projects (attached
as part of these minutes). He called for comments from the public. Mr. Longoria suggested that the
public and Council speak from the staff recommendation for each project. There were no comments
on Items 1-6. At the request of Mayor Neal, Mr. Utter briefly discussed the projects being
recommended for funding for Items 7-38 (excluding Items 12, 21, 22, 27, 32, 34 and 35).
With regard to Item 39 -Youth Sports Complex, Mr. Utter explained that it entails about 110
acres on the south side of the State School property. He said that the General Land Office
Commissioner said in a letter that he feels the land should be turned over to the city but it may be
at some cost. Consequently, staff is recommending a grant of $200,000 in case there is a cost for the
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land. Responding to questions from the Council, Mr. Utter said there are 55 acres of land on
Greenwood which house youth baseball complexes. Mrs. Longoria noted that there are no soccer
fields located on the west side of the city.
Mr. Mark Shones, President of Express Soccer Club, said they are a Division I club in Corpus
Christi. He said he also represents Coastal Bend Youth Soccer, which has 4,500 members in the city
and surrounding area. He said they do not have a regular practice field and they rent fields at Bill
Witt Park from Padre Soccer League; however, they do collect funds to maintain fields if they were
able to lease them. He noted that they have lost players from the westside due to a lack of soccer
fields there.
Mr. Jon Bonilla, President of Padre Soccer League, said that since their league moved to Bill
Witt Park their membership has doubled to approximately 1,200 youths. He said if westside soccer
fields were built, they could attract youths from Miller and Moody high schools, with the potential
of forming a league of about 860 youths. He said the Miller and Moody high school soccer programs
have suffered by not having a youth soccer program and properly prepared practice fields in that area.
Ms. DeeLynn Torres said she had appeared before the Council previously to promote the
Coastal Bend Youth Soccer Association's annual Thanksgiving soccer tournament. She said a
westside soccer complex will assist that tournament, which brings in thousands of dollars to the city.
In addition, the complex will assist with a new soccer program for children with disabilities.
Mr. Colmenero and Mrs. Longoria discussed the many needs and the limited amount of
funding that is available. Responding to Mr. Garrett and Mr. Scott, Mr. Utter further described the
grant request for the under Item 38 -Workforce Development Office Weatherization.
With regard to Item 40 -Ballet Nacional Hispanic Arts Center, Mr. Guy Watts said that
Corpus Christi is a tri -ethnic arts community. He said the European- and African -influenced arts
boards are located at the Bayfront Arts and Sciences Park and they are proposing that Ballet Nacional
be located there as well, which he explained. He said the center would mean cultural equality,
increased self-esteem and an outlet for self-expression for the city's Hispanic population. He also
referred to a petition in support of the center.
Mr. Oscar Aldama spoke in support of Item 40, saying that this project is very doable and it
is needed in a prominent place such as Heritage Park.
Ms. Treasure Marshall said she is a former dancer with the Ballet Nacional and her daughter
currently dances with them. She said the organization is not just for the Hispanic community and the
audiences often consist of tourists.
Dr. Gonzales said Corpus Christi needs a center to highlight the Hispanic culture and art
forms and it is important for it to be located in a tourist area such as Heritage Park.
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The next item discussed was Item 41 -Boys & Girls Club of Corpus Christi Inc. Ms. Ann
Baker, Executive Director of the Club, said they were requesting funding for six items with the most
important being the renovation of the auditorium and weight room and replacement of the windows
across the front of the building. She described agreements that the Club has which benefit other
organizations.
Mr. Vic Menard, Chairman of the Boys & Girls Club Board, said they have been at that
location for more than 30 years and the building needs to be renovated. He said while their request
was for $140,000, they feel that $80,000 would address their most urgent needs.
Mr. Utter then described staff's recommendations for funding of Items 42, 44, 45 and 46.
Regarding Item 46 -Corpus Christi Hope House Inc., Mr. Utter said they had also requested ESG
funds. A representative of that organization said they wished to waive their opportunity to address
the Council.
With regard to Item 47 -Del Mar College Foundation Inc., Dr. Terry Diciarma, President of
Del Mar College, said currently there are more than 1,500 children on the waiting list for subsidized
care. He said the Del Mar College Center for Early Learning would provide care for 300 children
each semester. He said the estimated cost of the center is $3.5 million and the college is completing
the purchase of all the property located at the corner of Baldwin and Staples on the East Campus.
He said it would also entail a revitalization of that neighborhood. Dr. Dicianna said the college is
trying to raise funds through private foundations and government sources, and the CDBG grant
money would serve as leverage for additional funds through other sources. He further described the
operation of the proposed center.
Mr. Garrett noted that Del Mar was requesting a CDBG grant of $520,000. He asked Dr.
Dicianna that if the city awarded any amount of money, would Del Mar use it immediately or hold
onto it until they raised the rest of the funds. Dr. Dicianna replied that they would use whatever
CDBG grant they received as a leverage for other donations. He said the center will be operational
by 2001 and in order to do so, they may have to raise funds through bonds. Mr. Longoria suggested
that the city's role might be to provide CDBG funds for other needs in the center after it is built. Dr.
Gonzales supported the concept of the Del Mar center.
Responding to Mr. Garrett, Mr. Utter said that in the past, CDBG funds have been used for
daycare centers. He said Del Mar's center would have to be an income -eligible project in order to
receive CDBG funds. In reply to Mr. Colmenero, Dr. Dicianna said that the majority of the children
would come from low- and moderate -income families but they would not restrict it to just those
children.
Mr. Ralph Diaz, President of the Del Mar College Board, described the importance of the Del
Mar project. He said the center will provide education to the children so that when they are school-
age they are better prepared.
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April 25, 2000
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Mr. Guy Watts said the average age of the Del Mar student population is 27-28 and child care
is the deciding factor in whether or not many young women can attend college.
Mrs. Longoria commented on the importance of a child care center at Del Mar, and she said
she hopes the board will continue their fundraising efforts even if they do not receive any CDBG
funds this year.
The next issue to be discussed was Item 48 -Dos Mundos Day School Inc. Ms. Linda Kelly
said she was representing the board, staff and parents of Dos Mundos. She said they are currently
supplying child care to enable parents to continue to attend Del Mar College or work on their G.E.D.
She said they were asking for CDBG funds to help purchase a building that houses their expanded
adult education services. She said any grant monies can be utilized toward their goal. Mrs. Longoria
spoke in favor of this program. Ms. Kelly then responded to questions from Mr. Kinnison and Mr.
Colmenero.
Mr. Utter then briefly described Items 49, 59 and 62 that staff was recommending for funding
(Items 50-58 were not being recommended for funding). Regarding Item 63 -Tract 16 Neighborhood
Council, Ms. Lily White said they need additional space in their building to better house the Nueces
County Community Action Agency's Outreach Services program, as well as summer programs for
youth. Regarding Item 64 -Universal Little League, Dr. Gonzales asked if they had received funds
in the past. Mr. Utter replied that the league received money in 1996 and 1998.
Mr. Paul Garcia, President of the Westside Business Association, spoke about Item 65. He
said they will be working with the Regional Transportation Authority, Hispanic Contractors
Association, and the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce on renovating a corner lot at Agnes and 19th.
Ms. Patty Nuss spoke about Item 66 -YWCA Corpus Christi. She said she is past president
and a 10 -year board member. She encouraged the Council to adopt the Planning Commission's
recommendation of granting $33,050 in order to make the center's nine downstairs doors and
restroom accessible to handicapped persons. She said one of the YWCA's major programs is
therapeutic recreation, which she described.
Mayor Neal called for a brief recess.
Upon reconvening, Mayor Neal referred to the summary of the CDBG projects (attached) and
asked the Council to consider staff's recommendations for each. There were no recommendations
to fund Items 1-4. Dr. Gonzales made a motion, which was seconded by Mrs. Longoria, to fund
Items 7, 8, 9, and 10 as recommended by staff; the motion passed unanimously.
Mrs. Longoria made a motion, seconded by Dr. Gonzales, to fund Items 13, 14, 15, and 16
as recommended by staff; the motion passed unanimously. Dr. Gonzales made a motion, seconded
by Mrs. Longoria, to fund Items 17, 18, 19, 20 and 23 as recommended by staff the motion passed
unanimously. Mrs. Longoria made a motion, seconded by Mr. Scott, to fund Items 24, 25, 26, 28 and
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29 as recommended by staff; the motion passed unanimously. Dr. Gonzales made a motion,
seconded by Mr. Colmenero, to fund Items 30, 31 and 33 as recommended by staff; the motion
passed unanimously.
Mr. Longoria made a motion to move $20,000 from Item 36 -Summer Clean -Up Program to
Item 41 -Boys & Girls Club; seconded by Mr. Colmenero. The motion passed unanimously. Dr.
Gonzales made a motion to move $5,000 from Item 36 to Item 48 -Dos Mundos Day School;
seconded by Mrs. Longoria. The motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Colmenero made a motion to move $45,000 from Item 36 to Item 61 -Southside Youth
Sports Complex; seconded by Mr. Kinnison. Responding to Mrs. Longoria, Mr. Utter said the
summer clean-up program employs low-income youth and helps clean up the neighborhood. Mr.
Hart and Mr. Daniel Gallegos of the HCD Department further explained Item 36. Mr. Colmenero
explained why he supported Item 61.
Following additional discussion, City Secretary Chapa polled the Council for their votes on
the motion to move $45,000 from Item 36 to Item 61. The motion passed by the following vote:
Colmenero, Cooper, Garrett, Gonzales, Kinnison, B. Longoria, J. Longoria, and Scott voting "Aye";
Neal voting "No." Mr. Scott made a motion, seconded by Dr. Gonzales, to fund Item 37 as
recommended by staff; the motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Garrett made a motion to move $20,000 from Item 38 -Workforce Development Office
Weatherization to Item 47 -Del Mar College Foundation; seconded by Mr. Scott. Mr. Utter said the
whole $50,000 being recommended for the Workforce Office project was needed because they
cannot allow the bottom floor to continue to leak. He said the Del Mar project is eligible as long as
the daycare clients are certified by their income, and they will have to keep those records for 10
years. Mr. Garrett said money has continued to be put into the weatherization project and it still has
not solved the leakage problem.
Mr. Longoria asked if the city had a formal agreement with Del Mar regarding use of the
Senior Central Kitchen. Mr. Tony Cisneros, Director of Park and Recreation, said they are
negotiating it at this time and they will be bring it back to the Council. Mr. Longoria said he did not
want to tie up $20,000 for the Del Mar daycare center at this time when he feels it could be better
spent after the center is built.
Mr. Chapa polled the Council for their votes on the motion to move $20,000 from Item 38
to Item 47. The motion failed to pass by the following vote: Garrett, Gonzales, and Scott voting
"Aye"; Neal, Colmenero, Cooper, Kinnison, B. Longoria, and J. Longoria voting "No." Mr. Garrett
said he wished to receive a follow-up report on the weatherization project.
Dr. Gonzales made a motion to provide $50,000 for Item 38, seconded by Mr. Colmenero.
The motion passed unanimously.
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April 25, 2000
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Mrs. Longoria made a motion to move $45,000 from Item 39 -Youth Sports Complex (State
School Property) to Item 36 -Summer Clean -Up Program; seconded by Dr. Gonzales. The motion
passed unanimously. Dr. Gonzales made a motion to fund Item 39 for $155,000, seconded by Mr.
Kinnison and passed unanimously.
Mr. Longoria made a motion to fund Item 41 -Boys & Girls Club at $63,682, seconded by Dr.
Gonzales and passed unanimously. Mrs. Longoria made a motion to take $20,000 from Item 42 -
Buccaneer Little League (therefore funding it at $80,000) and moving it to Item 48 -Dos Mundos;
the motion was seconded and it passed unanimously. Dr. Gonzales made a motion to fund Items 44,
45 and 46 as recommended by staff; the motion was seconded and it passed unanimously.
Mrs. Longoria made a motion to move $5,000 from Item 65 -Westside Business Association
to Item 48 -Dos Mundos for a total funding amount of $30,000; seconded by Dr. Gonzales. The
motion passed unanimously. Dr. Gonzales made a motion, seconded by Mr. Kinnison, to fund Item
49 -Gulf Coast Council of La Raza for $75,000; the motion passed unanimously. Mr. Colmenero
made a motion, seconded by Mr. Longoria, to fund Item 59-Nueces County Community Action
Agency for $80,000; the motion passed unanimously.
Mr. Colmenero made a motion to fund Item 61 -Southside Youth Sports Complex at $45,000,
seconded by Mr. Longoria; the motion passed unanimously. Dr. Gonzales made a motion to fund
Item 62 -Sparkling City Girls Fastpitch at $50,000, seconded by Mr. Longoria, and passed
unanimously. Mrs. Longoria made a motion to fund Item 65 -Westside Business Association at
$20,000, seconded by Mr. Longoria, and passed unanimously.
Mr. Longoria suggested that for future CDBG programs, organizations separate out their
requests for funds to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act, such as the YWCA project.
Mr. Utter said he thought that in the future, staff needed to be very specific with requestors about
eligibility requirements. Mr. Garrett thanked Dr. Maria Luisa Garza, director of the Gulf Coast
Council of La Raza (GCCLR), for her work there.
Mr. Longoria made a motion to approve the FY2000 CDBG program in the amount of
$6,084,282, as amended by the previous motions. The motion was seconded and it passed
unanimously.
There were no comments from the audience on Items 1-11 in the ESG program Dr Gonzales
made a motion, seconded by Mr. Colmenero, to fund those items as recommended by staff for a total
of $175,000; the motion passed unanimously. Regarding the HOME program, Dr. Gonzales made
a motion, which was seconded by Mr. Colmenero, to fund Items 1-6 as recommended by staff; the
motion passed unanimously. Dr. Garza of GCCLR thanked the Council and staff. Mrs. Longoria
thanked staff and the Planning Commission, and Mayor Neal specifically thanked Mr. Utter.
There being no further business to come before the Council, Mayor Neal adjourned the
Council meeting at 8:48 p.m. on April 25, 2000.
ATTACHMENT"D"
CITY OF CORPUS CHRISTI
FY2000 ANNUAL ACTION
CDBG Program
FY2000 CDBG Allocation
Reprogrammed Funds
Program Income from Rehabilitation Program
TOTAL FUNDS AVAILABLE FOR FY2000 CDBG PROGRAM
Funds/p ojects brought forward into FY2000 CDBG Program
Total FY2000 CDBG Program
$ 4,908,000
$ 426,282
$ 750.000
$ 6,084,282
$ 11.174
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1
ADA Compliance - Alameda Street between Louisiana
Parkway and Doddridge
This project will bring this street section of Alameda Street,
1.9 miles in length, in compliance with ADA guidelines.
Improvements will consist of sidewalk repair and new curb
ramps. This street section is now under design (separate
funds) for payment overlay and is scheduled to start
construction before end of 2000. The CDBG funds will allow
the ADA improvements to be included with the on-going
project.
1
2
ADA Compliance - Baldwin between Staples and Agnes
Street
Design of approximately 122 curb ramp improvements along
this street section to include sidewalk repair, pavement
markings, pedestrian signals, utility adjustments such as fire
hydrants, utility poles, traffic signal foundations, curb inlets
and pavement repair as required. This proposal will result in
plans, specifications and contract documents for
construction.
3
67,500
3
ADA Compliance - Morgan Avenue between Ocean Drive
and Old Brownsville Road
Design of approximately 102 curb ramp improvements along
this street section to include sidewalk repair, pavement
markings, pedestrian signals, utility adjustments, such as fire
hydrants, utility poles, traffic signal foundations, curb inlets
and pavement repair as required. This proposal will result in
plans, specifications and contract documents for
construction.
5
58,600
4
ADA Compliance - Sante Fe: Between Doddridge and
Robert Street
This project will bring this street section of Santa Fe, one
mile in length, in compliance with ADA guidelines.
Improvements will consist of sidewalk repair and new curb
ramps. This street section is now under design (with
separate funds) for pavement overlay and is scheduled to
start construction before end of 2000. The CDBG funds will
allow the ADA improvements to be included with the on-
going project.
7
254,000
5
ADA Compliance - Weber Road between Staples Street
and SH 358, SPID
This project will bring this street section of Weber Road, 1.4
miles in length, in compliance with ADA guidelines.
Improvements will consist of sidewalk repair and new curb
ramps. This street section is now under design (with
separate funds) for pavement rehabilitation and is scheduled
to start construction before end of 2000. The CDBG funds
will allow the ADA improvements to be included with the on-
going project.
9
270,000
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Area Neighborhood Park Improvements
Provide recreational improvements, playground renovations,
site rehabilitation, and ADA compliance at CDBG eligible
park sites and facilities.
11
350,000
7
Code Enforcement
Sixty-eight percent (68%) of the Code Enforcement efforts
toward elimination of slum and blight, including removal of
substandard structures, high weeds, debris, garbage, trash
and other health hazards to the public are spent in target
areas. The general fund supports one hundred percent
(100%) of the clean up and mowing. The request is to
provide only nineteen percent (19%) of the staffing cost to
supplement the efforts in eligible CDBG areas.
13
105,836
100,000
100,000
100,000
8
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 approve 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.
14
75,000
75,000
75,000
75,000
9
Demolition/Grants/Target Areas
Elimination of slum and blight, including removal of
substandard structures, high weeds, debris, garbage, trash
and other health hazards to the public in all target areas.
16
167,000
160,000
160,000
160,000
10
Demolition/Replacement and Relocation Grant
Funds are used to demolish structures of property 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 20-25 units will be demolished and
reconstructed. ($125,000 for demolition). 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. ($82,000)
17
207,000
200,000
200,000
200,000
11
Doss/Coke/Cleveland/Leopard Area Street
Improvements
This project consists of preliminary design of phased in
street improvements including curb, gutters, sidewalks,
driveways and compliance with ADA guidelines. The street
sections include approximately 250 L.F. on Cleveland
sidewalk improvements on Leopard between Doss and
Coke, approximately 350 L.F. on Coke Street and
approximately 350 L.F. on Doss Street. Preliminary design
will also address needed sanitary sewer and water
improvements in this area. A proposal for completion of
design and construction will be submitted in the next fiscal
year.
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37,000
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Dr. HP Garcia Park: Phase 1 Development
Phase One Development of the five year multi -phased
renovation project approved in the FY98/99 CDBG cycle.
FY98/99 approved $65,000 for a master plan and
environmental reclamation study as phase one, with
$250,000 per year proposed for subsequent development
phases. Currently, the environmental assessment is
complete, and the master planning effort is underway to
produce the construction document for Phase I Development
to be bid in September 2000 when funding is available.
22
250,000
13
Emergency Repair Grants
Emergency repair grants up to $6,500 for homeowners who
are low income elderly and/or persons with disabilities. A
majority of the repairs are for roofing, plumbing, electrical,
heating and structural. It is anticipated that emergency
repairs will be performed on 130-135 units.
25
850,000
800,000
800,000
800,000
14
Flour Bluff Est. Phase 1 Street Improvements
Completion of design of street pavement, underground storm
sewer, curb, gutter, sidewalks, and driveways to 28' B -B.
Plans, specifications and contract documents will be the
product of this proposal. Future funding request will be for
construction.
26
128,100
100,000
100,000
100,000
15
Garcia Arts Education Center Area Street Improvements
Phase 1
This project consists of design and construction of street
improvements, including sidewalks, driveways and
underground storm drainage for the cast half streets on 18th
Street, approximately 225 L.F., and 28" B -B on 17t Streetfor
a distance of approximately 300 L.F.
29
180,100
180,000
180,000
180,000
16
Garcia Arts Education Center Area Street Improvements,
Phase 2
This project consists of design and R.O.W. acquisition for
street improvements along the west side of 18'^ and
remaining sections of 18'^ street between Agnes Street and
Mary Street and Marguerite Street between 18'^ and 17th
Street. Design of improvements consists of plans,
specifications and contract documents for street pavement,
sidewalks, driveways. A proposal for construction funds will
be submitted in the following fiscal year.
31
74,000
30,000
30,000
30,000
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General Administration
Administrative support for the CDBG, HOME and Emergency
Shelter Grant programs. This activity is responsible for
planning, oversight, coordination, staff supervision,
monitoring and management. Technical assistance is
provided for special projects that foster housing and
community development opportunities.
33
410,260
410,000
410,000
410,000
18
Hampshire Road Street Improvements
Construction of street pavement underground storm sewer,
curb gutter, sidewalks and driveways to 28'B -B for a distance
of approximately 1,550 linear feet.
34
517,700
517,700
517,700
517,700
19
Minority Business Opportunity Committee
MBOC is an information clearinghouse for the City of Corpus
Christi that provides comprehensive information on
certifications and contracting opportunities from all levels of
government. MBOC is the first contact information resource
for sub -contractors, general contractors, entrepreneurs, and
government officials regarding small business opportunities.
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117,000
100,000
100,000
100,000
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New Senior Central Kitchen Construction
Eliminate deteriorated and blighted conditions of the existing
Central Kitchen facility. The existing kitchen is deficit in
meeting the growing service demands, ADA, and building
code and health standards. Based on architectural, structural
and functional assessments, the facility needs to be replaced
with a new kitchen facility to be constructed that will meet the
growing demands for nutritional service. Currently,
architectural services have been retained to evaluate the
existing facility and alternate locations for the new facility.
Design services will commence upon approval of the A/E
recommendations in March 2000 in order to bid the project
in September when construction funds are available.
42
852,000
700,000
700,000
700,000
21
New Southside Senior Center Design
Design services for the construction of a new senior center
facility approximately 7,250 sq. ft. The new center is
necessary to service the senior demographic needs of the
Southside service area. Work includes procurement of
Architectural & Engineering design services.
43
78,000
22
North Plaza ADA Stairway Renovation
Install approved ADA handrail system identical to that
installed in the "South Plaza ADA Stairway Renovation
Project" of 1999. In addition, renovate stair riser system to
provide more adequate rainwater drainage from stairway -
also identical to that of the "South Plaza ADA Stairway
Renovation Project" of 1999.
47
97,250
23
Operation Weed & Seed
The Weed & Seed program is a comprehensive multi -agency
approach to combat violent crime, drug use and gang activity
in high crime neighborhoods. The goal is to "weed" out
crime from targeted neighborhoods. To"seed"the target site
with a wide range of crime and prevention programs, human
services to prevent crime from reoccurring in the targeted
areas.
48
100,000
50,000
50,000
50,000
24
Park & Recreation Master Plan and Open Space
Preparation of a community wide Park and Recreational
Master Plan and Open Space study. In order to accurately
and effectively manage, plan, evaluate, and implement the
recreational needs of Corpus Christi, an in-depth,
comprehensive master plan is necessary. This plan will
identify existing conditions, assess recreational
opportunities, establish local standards and prioritize
development needs. This master plan is highly conducive to
receiving future park and recreational development funds
and is required by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Recreation
and Parks Account Program/Grant for indoor and outdoor
recreational projects grant funding.
53
125,000
100,000
100,000
100,000
25
Paving Assessment Grant Program
Grants are provided to qualified low income families to pay
for street improvement assessments, fully or partially funded
with CDBG funds. Paving Assessment grants will need to be
provided for Hampshire Road (SH 358 to McBride), and
Southmoreland Addition Phase 3A Lewis St.(Richard St. to
Clemmer St.) &4A Ramsey St. (Brawner Pkwy to Norton St.)
55
70,000
50,000
50,000
50,000
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Price Park ADA Restroom Foundation Construction
Augment available funds from prior year CDBG to provide a
new ADA public restroom at the Price Park Baseball
Complex where currently no ADA accessible public
restrooms exist. Currently, architectural/engineering design
is complete, hmwevur, unforseen soiconditions resulting
from a previous iandfihl now requires the building to utilize a
specialized non-traditional foundation system than originally
planned for. The foundation wilI exceed construction
estimates and available funding from prior year CDBG.
Construction documents are complete and ready to bid in
September 2000 when construction funds are available.
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05.000
45.000
45.000
45'000
27
Recreational Center & Pools Security Systems
Provide security systems to the eight (8) existing recreational
centers and pools.
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78.000
28
Rehabilitation Services
Provide support services to Iow/ moderate income persons,
such as loan processing, development of specs and plans,
inspections, housing counseling and other related services
associated with the various loan and grant programs.
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611.000
011.000
592.950
011.000
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Rehabilitation Loan Servicing & Delinquent Payment
Collection
Administration of Ioans provided to Iow income homeowners
funded through the Rehabilitation Loan Program. The
Portfolio consists of 885 active Ioans, plus new Ioans
entered during fiscal year 99-00 and 117 deferred Ioans.
The services include collection of current and delinquent
payments up to (120 days), collection of NSF checks,
payment of ad valorem taxes and of insurance premiums
from escrow accounts. Counseling is given to customers
about payment alternatives and program rules. Operation
and procedures are reviewed annually by the AIR Manager,
CPA, to assure internal control, and compliance in areas of
payment administration, and administration of escrow
payments requested and disbursed through the operation.
62
52.498
52.500
52.500
52'500
30
Residential Traffic Management Program
in April, 1998, Gity Council approved a Citywide residential
Traffic Management Program (RTMP) which provides for
inslallation of speed humps, traffic diverters, and other
physical traffic control measures to improve neighborhood
traffic safety on Iocal, non -through streels. This Program
includes the possibility for residents to share in the cost of
the installation of the trafflc control measures under certain
conditions. The purpose of this request is to allocate CDBG
funds to bear the resident's share of installation costs in
qua|ifioUCDBGtracts. The City of Corpus Christi will still
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15.000
15.000
15,000
15.000
bear the expense of the Citv's share of the installation cost
(which may ranVofrom V%io100%). Thus far, since the
inception of the RTMP, residential neighborhoods in CDBG
areas have not elected or been able to participate in the
RTMP due to difficulty in obtaining the resident's share of
cost.
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Rolled Curb and Gutter Improvements Manshiem Area
Preliminary design of curb gutter improvements for the area
is included in this proposal. The product will consist of
prioritized street sections to be improved, scope of
improvements and cost estimates. Funds for design and
construction will be programmed in future years.
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25'000
25'000
25.000
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Sidewalk Improvements - Rosalie Blvd, between
Prescott St and Vestal St., Vestal St between Shirley Dr
and Harriet Str, Westside
Design and construction of approximately 700 L.F. of
sidewalk on Vestal Street between Shirley Dr. and Harriet,
westside only, and approximately 2,250 L.F. of sidewalk
along both sides of Rosalie Blvd between Prescott and
Vestal Streets.
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203,000
33
Single Family Rehabilitation Loan Program
Provides loans to low income homeowners to repair and
improve their house. Itis anticipated that 10-15 units will be
rehabilitated and 20-25 units will be reconstructed.
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1,200,000
950,000
950,000
950,000
34
Street Services/Stomlwater Dept
Baldwin Park/Dahlia Terrace - Design only
Baldwin Park and Dahlia Terrace subdivisions have
numerous locations where existing curbs and gutters have
settled or rolled resulting in reports of flooding during rain
events These subdivisions were platted in 1948 and 1950
respectively. Even though scheduled maintenance has been
performed on these streets, they have reached the end of
their service life and now require reconstruction. This project
involves the design for construction of 2,500 linear feet of
underground storm sewers and replacement of 33,010 linear
feet of curb and gutter to alleviate the flooding situation plus
reconstruction of 38,146 square yards of pavement to
revitalize the neighborhood's street infrastructure.
73
418,044
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Southwood Addn to Sunflower Subd - Design Only
Area: The following streets between Gollihar and
Sunnybrook; Evelyn, Theresa, Helen, Brookdale, Green
Grove, Townsend, Nesbitt, Odem, Nicholson, Woodland,
Ross and Southwood.
Description: Due to an increase of complaint calls during
rain events, this project requests design funds for the
replacement of 12,000 linear feet of rolled or settled curbs
and gutters, the installation of 3,000 linear feet of
underground storm sewers and the construction of 10,700
linear feet of new curbs and gutters. These streets were
built between 1941 and 1951 and have surpassed their 40
year design life. The requested funds includes design for
construction of 25,440 square yards of pavement to
revitalize this area's street infrastructure.
75
301,898
36
Summer Clean Up Program
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 highly visible areas which have been neglected
and other areas that have been identified by Zoning and
Code Enforcement Property Advisor's and Solid Waste.
77
100,000
100,000
100,000
75,000
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Williams Drive Clinic ADA Restroom Improvements
The Williams Drive Clinic was cited by the Texas Department
of Health for non-compliance with the Americans with
Disabilities Act. The specific areas of non-compliance
included the restroom, door widths, access hall, entrance
doors, parking & signage. The project will require the
modification of toilet partitions, plumbing fixtures, piping, pipe
insulation, doorways, and power door operators. Removal
of the cited architectural barriers must be accomplished to
ensure continued grant funding by Texas Department of
Health.
78
19,600
19,600
19,600
19,600
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Workforce Development Office Weatherization
The Workforce Development Center building has
experienced serious water infiltration problems since
opening in 1995. The city hired a consultant to study the
infiltration problems, recommend corrective actions, develop
project design and prepare bid documents. The consultant
has completed the study and the project design is complete.
The City is ready to proceed with the construction. The
consultant's construction estimate is more than money
previously allocated. Additional funding is needed to move
forward with the project. The project would improve the
building's waterproofing envelope, protect the structural
integrity, enhance quality of life, improve productivity, and
improve customer service. The scope of work includes
subgrade waterproofing and roofing system improvement.
79
50,000
50,000
50,000
50,000
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Youth Sports Complex - State School Property
Provide a new youth soccer and recreational complex on
land to be acquired from the State School on Airport Road.
CDBG Funds will be leveraged against a TPWD Outdoor
Recreation Grant to develop the project. The City Council
approved in FY99 $300,000 of CDBG funds for this project.
A requirement of the TPWD Grant specifies that the land
shall be dedicated as public parkland in perpetuity and this
acquisition satisfies the grant requirements. The complex
would provided expanded recreational opportunities to this
community.
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250,000
200,000
200,000
155,000
TOTAL
9,123,187
5,641,600
5,598,550
5,571,600
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Ballet Nacional Hispanic Arts Center
Create a Hispanic Arts Center to house, showcase and exhibit
Hispanic art and culture as well as host workshops, lectures,
demonstrations and hands-on activities to medium and low
income school aged children, adults and senior citizen's center.
83
393,179
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Boys & Girls Club of Corpus Christi, Inc.
Renovation of auditorium & weight room; construction of ladder
to reach roof for maintenance; replacement of windows across
front of building, replacement of pool filtration system;
construction of sidewalks.
94
140,000
43,682
28,682
63,682
42
Buccaneer Little League
Update and rebuild to Little League specs. Build a ball park that
is safe and can serve all the communities within our boundary
at 4233 Baldwin.
101
250,000
100,000
100,000
80,000
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Coastal Bend Alcohol & Drug Rehab Center dba Charlie's
Place
Utilizes ten separate buildings to house men, women, and
children who are participating in alcohol and drug treatment.
Five of these buildings are ADA accessible. They are
requesting this grant to make all ten buildings ADA accessible
and compliant in all regards. Capital Contribution $25,000
111
100,000
25,000
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Corpus Christi Area Council for the Deaf, Inc.
The Rehabilitation Project is to repair and renovate our facility
in five areas. The entrance needs a larger turning area for
wheelchairs to comply with ADA, the roof is deteriorating in
several sections, the electrical hookup for a water heater does
not have enough voltage, the parking lot has been repeatedly
repaired due to runoff from the park land and needs
reinforcement, and the carpet in the service area is wrinkled and
stained. The problems of safety, health, ADA compliance and
building preservation will be solved with the completion of this
project.
121
29,000
29,000
29,000
29,000
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Corpus Christi Art Foundation, Inc./dba South Texas
Institute for the Arts
To purchase property adjacent to Garcia Arts Education Center,
remove existing buildings on site, add bus access and egress
to Garcia Center. Capital Contribution $8,500.
129
30,000
15,000
15,000
15,000
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Corpus Christi Hope House, Inc.
Improve living conditions of the homeless and convert one apt
to comply with ADA. Capital Contribution $10,000.
145
99,855
25,000
25,000
25,000
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Del Mar College Foundation, Inc.
Construct of a 24,000 square foot Center for Early Learning on
the Del Mar College campus. This Center will have 11
classrooms and 4 playgrounds. It will be licensed for 160
children and serve over 300 children, infancy through age 13 in
day, evening, and weekend care. The Center will serve low-
income families and will provide a vital hands-on, state -of -the art
model teaching facility to train child care workers and students
on the latest educational child care and development
techniques. Through this training, over 2,400 children will be
impacted during each semester. Capital Contribution $677,000.
163
520,000
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Dos Mundos Day School, Inc.
Purchase of property located at 2930 Leopard Street to house
offices for Dos Mundos Adult Services and agency
administration as well as classrooms for the Adult Education
program. Renovation of existing space in the building to create
a multi-purpose room for meals, meetings and large training
sessions is included in this proposal. Capital Contribution
$50,000.
187
150,000
30,000
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Gulf Coast Council of La Raza, Inc.
Renovation of the exterior of the GCCLR building used for six
social services programs. Paving of disintegrated parking lots.
198
142,596
75,000
75,000
75,000
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Housing Authority of Corpus Christi, Andy Alaniz Gardens
Construction of a playground and four (4) trash dumpster
enclosures.
213
60,000
51
Housing Authority of Corpus Christi, Clairlaine Gardens
Renovate four (4) existing elevators to meet compliance with
ADA.
230
40,000
52
Housing Authority of Corpus Christi, D.N. Leathers
Replacement of deteriorated asphalt paving drive with concrete
paving to eliminate holes and broken asphalt paving that is
hazardous to residents' vehicles and pedestrian traffic.
243
20,000
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Housing Authority of Corpus Christi, La Armada I
Construction of 46 curb cuts to meet handicap accessibility
requirements under ADA; construction of a perimeter fencing to
enhance property security.
256
126,000
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Housing Authority of Corpus Christi, La Armada II
Construction of 38 curb cuts to meet compliance with ADA;
construction of perimeter security fencing; and construction of
a large playground.
269
219,800
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Housing Authority of Corpus Christi, La Armada III
Construction of seven curb cuts to meet compliance with the
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
283
5,950
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Housing Authority of Corpus Christi, McKinzie Manor
Perimeter security fence; trash dumpster enclosures; repair of
asphalt paving approach pad at trash dumpsters; playground
296
144,000
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Housing Authority of Corpus Christi, Ruthmary Price Place
Renovate one (1) existing elevator to meet compliance with the
American with Disabilities Act (ADA).
311
20,000
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International Westside Pony League
Renovate, beautify and provide a safe haven for boys and girls
of the affected neighborhood. By renovating the fields, dugouts,
bleachers, lights, concession stand, and restrooms to meet ADA
standards the community will have the opportunity to participate
and provide growth at 4033 Greenwood.
324
320,000
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Nueces County Community Action Agency
To weatherize homes occupied by families from low to very low
incomes in the targeted areas. State Grant $459,490.
333
80,000
80,000
80,000
80,000
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South Texas Lighthouse for the Blind
Renovation Project. Renovation of a part of the facility, known
as the "Old Fire House" located at the front of the building at the
corner of Leopard Street and Coke Street, in order to
accommodate the recent doubling of the work force and
explosive growth of the organization's activities. Capital
Contribution $48,435.
339
145,307
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Southside Youth Sports Complex
Make required improvements to Southside Youth Sports
complex facilities located at Gollihar, in order to comply with the
Americans with Disabilities Act at 3900 Gollihar.
348
177,000
45,000
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Sparkling City Girls Fastpitch
Renovate and standardize girls fastpitch fields to offer young
girls from affected neighborhoods a safe haven to participate in
a competitive sport at 3901 Greenwood. Capital Contribution
$5,000.
362
152,000
50,000
50,000
50,000
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Tract 16 Neighborhood Council
New construction approximately 20'X24' to be added to present
facility and renovations. These developments will basically
benefit low and very low income persons and will better house
the Nueces County Community Action Agency for their Outreach
Services Program and their ongoing projects and programs, and
to accommodate summer projects and recreational activities for
seniors and youth.
372
73,500
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Universal Little League
Construction of senior field to improve the baseball playing area
for the kids. Sprinkler system for all three fields and for the
senior field. Total of fields to be done (4) at 4035 Greenwood.
380
290,000
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Westside Business Association
Renovation and beautification of Agnes/Laredo Corridor.
Capital Contribution $16,700.
389
168,000
25,000
25,000
20,000
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YWCA Corpus Christi
The YWCA Corpus Christi is requesting funds to renovate the
parking lot, entry area, hall restroom, and interior doors to bring
the facility into compliance with current ADA standards and
providing barrier -free access throughout. Contribution $5,000.
398
70,390
33,050
Total Non Profits
3,966,577
442,682
485,732
512,682
Grand Total
13,089,764
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6,084,282
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Wiggins Playground
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9,280
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1,894
Total
11,174
* These projects and funds will be brought forward into FY2000 Program Year to allow the closure of the FY96 CDBG program year.
Final payments have been held up due to bankruptcy. When bankruptcy court decides these cases, then the funds will be disbursed in
accordance with the court judgement.
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Catholic Social Services of Corpus Christi, Inc.
ESG funds to assist homeless individuals in the area of
Homeless Prevention by providing first month's rent, security
deposits and payments to prevent foreclosures.
1
35,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
2
Coastal Bend Alcohol & Drug Rehabilitation Center dba
Charlie's Place (CBADRC)
ESG funds in the areas of Essential Services for salary support.
Funding for Maintenance and Operation will be used for food,
utilities and support staff. Homeless Prevention will provide for
rental assistance.
16
55,000
3
Corpus Christi Hope House, Inc.
ESG funds for Essential Services that includes salary support.
In addition, funding for Maintenance and Operation will be used
for telephone, insurance and utilities.
23
20,000
10,000
10,000
10,000
4
Corpus Christi Metro Ministries, Inc.
ESG funds in the areas of Essential Services for salary support.
Funding for Maintenance and Operation will be used for
telephone, food, building occupancy, insurance and an audit.
Homeless Prevention will be used for homeless assistance.
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85,000
55,000
55,000
55,000
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Dos Mundos Day School, Inc.
ESG funds for Maintenance and Operation such as staff
support, food, rent, repairs, fuel, equipment, insurance and
furnishings.
52
40,000
20,000
20,000
20,000
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Gulf Coast Council of La Raza, Inc.
ESG funds for Essential Services in the area of salary support.
Funding for Maintenance and Operation will be used for utilities,
supplies and repairs.
68
49,011
30,000
30,000
30,000
7
Prevent Blindness Texas, San Antonio & South Texas
Branch
ESG funds for Essential Services in the area of children's
vision screening, referral and educational programs targeted
for homeless children in Corpus Christi.
84
12,000
8
The ARK Assessment Center and Emergency Shelter for
Youths
ESG funds for salary support in the area of Essential Services.
98
35,100
10,000
10,000
10,000
9
The Salvation Army
ESG funding for salary support in the area of Essential
Services. Funding for Operation and Maintenance will be used
for food, fuel and supplies.
115
50,000
20,000
20,000
20,000
10
Timon's Ministries
ESG funds for rent, supplies and furnishings in the area of
Operation and Maintenance.
131
8,400
11
Women's Shelter, Inc.
ESG funds for salary support in the area of Essential Services.
Funding for Operations and Maintenance will be used for
utilities, repairs, insurance, supplies, staff support and an audit.
Homeless Prevention will be used for first month's rent and
security deposits.
140
71,000
20,000
20,000
20,000
Total
460,511
175,000
175,000
175,000
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HOMEBUYER ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
500,000
500,000
500,000
A deferred, forgivable loan not to exceed $3,000 will be provided to low income,
homebuyers for the purpose of meeting down payment and closing costs expenses.
2.
ADMINISTRATION/TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE
178,800
178,800
178,800
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 enhance the capacity ofCHDO'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.
3.
MINOR REHABILITATION GRANT PROGRAM
100,000
100,000
100,000
Minor rehabilitation of units with more than $1,000 but less than $6,500. Grants will be
provided to homeowners who are 62 years and older and/or persons with disabilities.
4.
MAJOR REHABILITATION LOAN PROGRAM
250,000
250,000
250,000
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 will be provided for temporary
relocation and a grant to provide funds to demolish and construct the replacement unit.
5.
NEW CONSTRUCTION
491,000
491,000
491,000
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
low income home buyers for the purchase of a home. The amount of the deferred loan
will be based on HUD income limits.
COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORG. (CHDO)'
6.
NEW CONSTRUCTION
268,200
268,200
268,200
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 low
income individuals under affordable conditions for a period up to 15 years.
TOTALS
1,788,000
1,788,000
1,788,000
'COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS (CH DO)The City of Corpus Christi will set aside ata minimum the 15°/
($268,200) 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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