HomeMy WebLinkAboutOrdinance 27066-08-2024Ordinance No. 27066-08-2024
AN ORDINANCE INCREASING ESTIMATED RECEIPTS AND APPROPRIATIONS IN
THE GRANTS OPERATING FEDERAL FUND, SUBJECT TO THE RECEIPT OF THE
GRANT, IN THE AMOUNT UP TO $6,450,000.00, FOR THE PURPOSE OF FUNDING A
LEAD HAZARD REDUCTION GRANT PROGRAM OF UP TO $5,000,000.00 AND A
HEALTHY HOMES SUPPLEMENTAL GRANT OF UP TO $700,000.00 AND THE CITY'S
DIRECT MATCH OF UP TO $750,000.00 OF COMMUNITY BLOCK GRANT FUNDS;
PROVIDING FOR A SEVERABILITY CLAUSE; MAKING THIS ORDINANCE
CUMULATIVE OF PRIOR ORDINANCES; REPEALING ALL ORDINANCES IN
CONFLICT HEREWITH; AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT WORTH, TEXAS:
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That in addition to those amounts allocated to the various City departments for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 in the Budget of
the City Manager, there shall also be increased estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal
Fund, subject to the receipt of the grant, in the amount up to $6,450,000.00, for the purpose of funding a Lead Hazard
Reduction Grant Program of up to $5,000,000.00 and a Healthy Homes Supplemental Grant of up to $700,000.00 and
the city's direct match of up to $750,000.00 of Community Block Grant Funds.
SECTION 2.
That should any portion, section or part of a section of this ordinance be declared invalid, inoperative or void for any
reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision, opinion or judgment shall in no way impair the remaining
portions, sections, or parts of sections of this ordinance, which said remaining provisions shall be and remain in full force
and effect.
SECTION 3.
That this ordinance shall be cumulative of Ordinance 26453-09-2023 and all other ordinances and appropriations
amending the same except in those'instances where the provisions of this ordinance are in direct conflict with such other
ordinances and appropriations, in which instance said conflicting provisions of said prior ordinances and appropriations
are hereby expressly repealed.
SECTION 4.
This ordinance shall take effect upon adoption.
APPROVED AS TO FORM AND LEGALITY: CITY SECRETARY
/Assistant City Attorney
ADOPTED AND EFFECTIVE: August 13, 2024
Jannette S. Goodall
City Secretary
City of Fort Worth, Texas
Mayor and Council Communication
DATE: 08/13/24 M&C FILE NUMBER: M&C 24-0689
LOG NAME. 19LEAD HAZARD REDUCTION GRANT PROGRAM 2025
SUBJECT
(ALL) Authorize Application for and Acceptance of Up to $5,700,000.00 from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development
for a Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program Up to $5,000,000.00 and a Healthy Homes Supplemental Grant Up to $700,000.00, Authorize Use of
Up to $750,000.00 of Community Development Block Grant Funds for Direct Match, Authorize Related Agreements and Commitments, Waive
Indirect Costs, Certify that Grant Activities are Consistentwith the Consolidated Plan and Adopt Appropriation Ordinance
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the application for and, if awarded, the acceptance of up to $5,700,000.00 from the United States Department of Housing and
Urban Development consisting of up to $5,000,000.00 for a Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program and up to $700,000.00 for a Healthy
Homes Supplemental grant;
2. Authorize the use of up to $750,000.00 of Community Development Block Grant funds as the City's direct match;
3. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to enter into related agreements and commitments and to extend such agreements and
commitments as may be necessary and appropriate within the scope of the program and in compliance with applicable laws and regulations
governing the use of federal grant funds;
4. Certify that the activities to be funded with the grant funds are consistent with the City's Consolidated Plan;
5. Adopt the attached appropriation ordinance increasing the estimated receipts and appropriations in the Grants Operating Federal fund in
the amount up to $6,450,000.00, subject to receipt of the grant; and
6. Authorize a waiver of the Neighborhood Services Department indirect cost of 21.05%, estimated $343,539.16.
DISCUSSION:
On June 24, 2024, the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for
competitive grant funds under the Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program (LHRG) and the Office of Healthy Homes Supplemental Funding
Program (HHSF). The purpose of the LHRG and the HHSF program is to assist local governments in undertaking programs to identify and control
lead -based paint hazard in owner occupied houses and privately -owned rental housing. Housing is generally made lead -safe through the use of
interim controls, a cost-effective treatment consisting of encapsulation of lead -paint surfaces and replacement of components such as doors and
windows which have friction surfaces that can create lead dust. The City's program is targeted toward housing constructed before 1978 that is
occupied by children under 6 years old. The HHSF grant funds are to be used in conjunction with the LHRG grant funds on the same house in order
to eliminate health and safety hazards identified during the lead -based paint inspection. Hazards are defined by the HHSF rating system and may
include uneven flooring surfaces, trip hazards in bathrooms, poor lighting, moisture problems, exposure to carbon monoxide, fire hazards,
excessive heat or cold exposure, exposure to biocides and non -secured entry ways.
The City's Housing and Economic Development and Neighborhood Services Departments received similar grants in 2002-2005, 2005-2008,
2012-2015, 2015-2017, and most recently in 2020 for the 2020-2024 for the Lead Hazard Reduction Demonstration Program grant term.
The Neighborhood Services Department is requesting authorization to apply for a $5,000,000.00 LHRG grant and a $700,000.00 HHSF grant
from HUD, The grant period will be for 48 months from the date of the award. Administrative costs for the program are limited to 10 percent of the
grant. The Lead Hazard Reduction grant requires a minimum 10 percent direct match. A 15% match is planned for the program to strengthen our
application request. Any additional match beyond the minimum statutory requirement results in additional points awarded during the review
process. This match is proposed to be met through reallocation of unprogrammed Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds previously
allocated to the Southside Community Center.
This grant will staff five full time positions with estimated direct salaries of approximately $780,000.00 during the 48-month term. The grant limits
administrative costs to 10 percent or $500,000.00. Indirect costs totaling approximately $343,539.16 could be charged to the LHRG grant, as the
Neighborhood Services Department indirect cost rate is 21.05% in the City's most recent Cost Allocation Plan. A waiver of these costs is
requested to allow allocation of these funds to further support the LHRG program. This amount is calculated based on the estimated salary
expenses and other administrative costs for the LHRG program totaling $1,632,015.00. This amount multiplied by the indirect cost rate of 21.05%
equals $343,539.16.
Positions funded with HUD Entitlement grants are subject to grant availability. In the event of a grant award being decreased or eliminated,
Neighborhood Services Department would review programs and services funded by the grants and determine a level of service and staffing that
aligns with the available funding, alternatives to consider may include staff and program reductions or eliminations.
The Neighborhood Services Department will collaborate with the Tarrant County Public Health Department, Fort Worth Housing Solutions, North
Texas Area Community Health Center, Fort Worth Independent School District, Trinity Area Habitat for Humanity, and other area non -profits,
community -based organizations and entities to ensure that effective and appropriate outreach is conducted among all at -risk populations and
neighborhoods.
The LHRG and HHSF programs will be available in ALL COUNCIL DISTRICTS.
A Form 1295 is not required because: This contract will be with a governmental entity, state agency or public institution of higher education: United
States Department of Housing and Urban Development
FISCAL INFORMATION 1 CERTIFICATION:
The Director of Finance certifies that upon approval of the above recommendations and adoption of the attached appropriation ordinance, funds
will be available in the current operating budget, as appropriated, in the Grants Operating Federal Fund. The Neighborhood Services Department
(and Financial Management Services) will be responsible for the collection and deposit of funds due to the City. Prior to an expenditure being
incurred, the Neighborhood Services Department has the responsibility to validate the availability of funds. This is a reimbursement grant.
Submitted for City Manager's Office bk Femando Costa 6122
Originating Business Unit Head: Kacey Bess 8187
Amy Connolly 7556
Additional Information Contact: Sharon Buridey 5785
Maria Corrales 7550
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