HomeMy WebLinkAboutIR 7803 INFORMAL REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS No. 7pm
nr March 1, 1994
To the Mayor and Members of the City Council
Subject:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT YEAR XX BUDGET
Attached is a copy of the Proposed Year XX CDBG Budget, the Final
Statement and Use of Funds, Grantee Certifications, and a map of
the CDBG Target Area for your review. The proposed budget will be
presented at the March 8th meeting of the City Council for
consideration and approval .
ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES
Activities that are eligible for CDBG funding include but are not
limited to: acquisition of real property that is blighted, or
deteriorated and suitable for rehabilitation and revitalization;
construction of public capital facilities including streets, water
and sewer facilities, neighborhood centers and recreational
facilities, and ther public works; clearance, demolition, and
removal of buildings; public services including labor, supplies and
materials of the public service if it is either a new service or a
quantifiable increase in the level of services; interim assistance
to arrest site deterioration where permanent improvements will be
carried ' out as soon as practicable; relocation p ents and
assistance for permanently or temporarily relocated in'dividuali
displaced by program activities; removal of architectural barriers
where the structure restricts the mobility and accessibility of
-elderly or handicapped persons; housing rehabilitation of any
publicly or privately-owned residential property; Code Enforcement
salaries to arrest the decline of an area; Historic Preservation;
special economic development activities such as acquisition,
construction, reconstruction or installation of commercial or
industrial structures; and planning and data gathering, studies,
analysis and preparation of comprehensive plans and community
development plans .
SIGNIFICANT EVENTS IN THE CDBG BUDGET PROCESS
The Community Development Block Grant Process includes a series of
significant events (see Attachment entitled Significant Events) .
Since the implementation of the budget process, 15 work sessions
have been held (one with the City Council Housing Programs
Committee and two that involved a Joint Community Development
Council/City Council meeting) pertaining to this budget . Twenty
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seven citizen presentations and forty eight presentations were
made by non-profits (some were recurring from the same non-profit)
during the budget process .
There were 32 proposers who requested $2 , 999, 787 in funding from
the CDBG Year XX for Public Service Programs . Staff was limited by
the Public Service Cap to 15% of the allocation and program income .
Therefore, funding was proposed by staff for 21 proposals out of
the original 32 proposals (for a totaa funding of $1, 147, 905) . An
additional $7, 215, 312 was requested and allocated for housing
programs and program staff, economic development programs,
infrastructure, and administration, leaving a balance of $91, 128 in
unprogrammed funds available for future discretionary funding by
Council .
The primary objective of the CDBG program is : the
development; of viable communities by providing decent housing
and suitable living environment and expanding economic
opportunities, principally for persons of low and moderate income.
The goals of the Community Development Block Grant Program are to :
1 . Achieve self-sustaining revitalization of neighborhoods.
2 . Conserve existing, structurally-sound housing stock.
3 . Increase the quantity and improve the quality of both owner
and rental housing available to low and moderate income
people .
4 . Affirmatively promote equal housing opportunity.
5 . Improve those community facilities that contribute to the
revitalization of neighborhoods.
6 . Promote the affordability of housing for low and moderate-
income residents .
7 . Encourage private sector investment in low and moderate
income neighborhoods .
8 . Create a more positive image of low and moderate income
neighborhoods .
9 . Encourage resident involvement in, and commitment to, their
neighborhoods .
10 . Achieve economic self-sufficiency for low and moderate
income households, as a focus for creating viable
neighborhoods .
11 . Serve the largest practicable number of low and moderate
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income residents, consistent with the achievement of other
program goals .
12 . Encourage networking and creative partnerships among all
sectors of the community.
The Mission Statement of the Community Development Block Grant is :
to work in partnership with the City's low and moderate income
residents in their efforts to achieve for themselves and their
neighborhoods a self-sustaining, economically-viable, quality
living environment, while preserving the integrity and character
of neighborhoods.
Proposed Year XX Budget
The Proposed Year XX Community Development Block Grant Budget for
June 1 , 1994-May 31, 1995 totals $7 , 862 , 000 . This represents an
increase of 9 . 2-0o from the Year XIX allocation. In addition to the
allocation from the U.S . Department of Housing and Urban
Development, staff projects $592, 345 in program income to be earned
during the 1994-95 program year. The City will have approximately
$8, 454, 345 for use during the next fiscal year. The estimated
available funds for Year XX are as follows :
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT YEAR XX BUDGET
Entitlement $7, 862, 000
Program Income Year XX 592 , 345
TOTAL 58,454, 345
Of the total amount available for Year XX after deducting
administrative funds, $6,471,228 or (92 . 8%) is expected to benefit
low and moderate income persons .
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CATEGORIES OF FUNDING
The categories of funding for Community Development Block Grant
funding are as follows :
1. ADMINISTRATIVE ALLOCATIONS
The allocation for Administration of $1, 486, 823 represents 17 . 60 of
the Year XX entitlement and program income estimated to be earned
during Year XX. It is well within the statutory cap of 20% that is
permitted for use for planning and program administration. This
includes CDBG administration and administrative support for other
housing grants administered by the department; and staff positions
such as Planning staff, Internal Audit staff, and staff for the
Human Relations Commission. Included within this category is
assistance to historic preservation endeavors and Fair Housing.
2 . HOUSING
The allocation for Housing of $3, 401,499 represents 510 of the Year
XX entitlement and program income estimated to be earned during
Year XX. Funding is provided for: Housing staff; Lease of the Field
Office; H. I .L. ; NHS; Liberation Community; Hispanic Chamber Facade
Improvement; "Cowtown Brush-up" Paint Project; and the Model Blocks
Project .
3 . COMMUNITY FACILITIES AND STREETS
The Street Improvement Program aids in the rehabilitation of
neighborhoods in the inner city. The proposed allocation of
$748, 775 represents 8 .70 of the total Year XX budget . Funding for
community facilities includes construction, expansion, or
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renovation of public facilities which can contribute greatly to the
viability and quality of life in a neighborhood. Funding in Year XX
includes : 1990 CIP Street Construction; Children' s Advocacy
Network; Bridge Association renovation; Opticom Pilot Program;
Fire Station Recreation Center gymnasium; safety lighting at 17
Community Centers; flooring for Sycamore and Hillside Recreation
Centers; and the ADA Compliance Program.
4 . PUBLIC SERVICE ALLOCATIONS
The amount obligated in Year XX for Public Services represents
$1, 147, 905 or 13 .4-0o of the Year XX entitlement and estimated
program income to be earned during Year XIX (not more than 150 of
the Community Development Block Grant may be used for Public
Services) Included in this funding are : Multi-Purpose Center
Security; Riverside Senior Centers; Pre-School Child Care; School
Age Child Care; J.A. Cavile Kids Sports Program; Mid-South Seniors
Program; Because We Care Counselors; Meals on Wheels, Inc . ; Camp
Fire Club; Gang Deterrent Program; Keys; YES; NOSAP; Rental
Assistance; YWCA AIM; Camp Fire Club; Community Enrichment Center;
etc .
5 . ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ALLOCATIONS
The proposed allocation of $578, 215 represents 6 . 80 of the total
Year XIX budget . Funds will be utilized to provide for the Fort
Worth Economic Development Corporation; for the Business Assistance
,Program; Partners in Progress; the Fort worth Economic Development
Corporation Revolving Loan fund; and Small Business Development;
etc .
6.UNPROGRAMMED FUNDS
The proposed allocation of $91, 128 in Year XX represents 1% of the
CDBG allocation. These funds are allocated for cost overruns or to
be directed for other purposes through the year by Council .
The community Development Block Grant Proposed Budget was reviewed
by the City Council Housing Programs Committee . Staff was directed
to bring it directly to the City Council after the Community
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Development Council action. On February 21, 1994 , the Community
Development Council approved the Proposed Budget by a vote of 5 in
favor, and 2 opposed.
The overall development of the CDBG budget required much time and
effort by both members of the Community Development Council and
City staff . The CDC is composed of : Lee Saldivar, Chair; Marshall
Hobbs; Thomas Davila; Bob Martin; Susan Prescott; Audrey Thomas ;
Mike Martin; Nancy Murphy; and Helen Collins . The CDC volunteered
a number of hours and valuable input to this budget process . They
should be commended. Citizen input through the CDC is a necessary
and valuable function that is required by the Department of Housing
and Urban Development as part of the CDBG entitlement .
If I -can be of further assistance to you in this matter, or provide
additional information, please let me know.
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i-Feb-94 CDBG YEAR 11 PROPOSED BUDGET INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS An GRANTS MANAGEMENT DMSION
CITY OF FORT WORTH
CCFIMUNITY DEVELOPWWr BLOCK GRANT
JUNE 1, 1994 - MAY 31, 1995
AVAILABLE FUNDING YEAR XIX YEAR xx
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"N TITLEM $7,227.000 $1,862,000
ROGRAM INCIO� BUDGET YEAR $554,470 $592,345
ZALLOCATION PREVIOUS YEARS $50,000 $0
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$7,831,470 $8,454,345
MAXIMUM LIMITS
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�ZMINISTRATION $1,556,294 $1,690,869
?UBLIC SERVICES $1,183,029 $1,268,152
PROJECT AMENDED YEAR XIX YEAR XX
(1) (2)
1. ADMINISTRATION
A. GENERAL $430,431 $529,781
B. CONTRACT ADMINISTRATION $229,741 $319,998
C. FISCAL SUPPORT $233,955 $271,917
D. MARKETING PROGRAM SUPPORT 1 $105,009 $112,670
E. INTERNAL AUDIT $18,477 $18,422
F. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT $96,244 $156,621
G. RESEARCH/EC0 DEVELOPMENT $21,967 $23,2e4
H. HISTORIC PRESERVATION $14,782 $16,249
1. FAIR HOUSING $20,911 $17,753
OkCCOUNTING $0 $20,128
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SUBTOTAL: 1$1,171,517 $0 15.1%1 $1,486,823 $0 17.6%1(3)
2. HOUSING
A. HOUSING STAFF $642,238 $850,843
B. FIELD OFFICE LEASE $40,000 $20,OZ:0
C. H.I.L. 1$1,885,772 $1,885,772
D. H.I.L. REVOLVING LOAN FUND $143,8$9 $158,0-8
E. H.O.P. REVOLVING LOAN FUND $39,025 $22,726
F. PROPERTY ACQUISITION $469,471 so
G. NHS ADMINISTRATION $76,760 $76,760
H. NHS ADMINISTRATION (PROGRAM INCOME) $9,639 $9,353
I. NHS R.L.F. $257,403 $101,124
J. LIBERATION COMMUNITY, INC. R.L.F. $4,514 $6,916
K. LIBERATION MODEL BLOCK PROGRAM $42,822 $60,0Z0
L. HISPANIC CHAMBER FACADE IMPROVEMENT $3,000 so
M. 'COWTOWN BRUSH-UP• PAINT PROJECT $10,000 $10,oc0
N. MODEL BLOCKS PROJECT (PROPOSED) $0 $1,200,000
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SUBTOTAL: 1$3,624,533 $0 46.3%1 $4,401,499 $0 52.1%1
3. COMMUNITY FACILITIES
A. 1990 CIP STREET CONSTRUCTION 1 $890,000 1 $o
B. COMMUNITY FACILITY EXPAND\RENOVATION 1 $474,000 $0
C. CHILDREN'S ADVOCACY NETWORK $325,000 1 $0
D. POLYTECHNIC UNITED CENTER/ RENOVATION $0 1 $76,000
E. BRIDGE ASSOCIATION RENOVATION 1 $o 1 $gs'soo
P. OPTICOM PILOT PROGRAM 1 $0 1 $173,5I5
G. FIRE STATION COMMUNITY CENTER 1 $0 1 $200,000
H. SAFETY LIGHTING (17 COMM CENTERS) 1 $0 1 $85,000
I. SYCAMOREMILLSIDE COMMUNITY CENTERS $0 1 $68,760
J. ADA COMPLIANCE PROGRAM 1 $0 1 $50,000
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SUBTOTAL: 1$1,689,000 $0 21.6%1 $748,775 $0 8.9%1
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4. PUBLIC SERVICES
A. KMTI-PURPOSE CENTER SECURITY 1 $41.487 1 $46.760
S. RIVERSIDE SENIOR CENTERS $23,275 1 $23,275
C. PRE-SCHOOL CHILD CARE i $140,000 1 $140,000
D. SCHOOL AGE CHILD CARE $133,750 1 $133,750
E. J.A. CAVILS KIDS SPORTS PROGRAM (JACKS)1 $I5,000 1 $32,500
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5-Feb-94 CDBG YEAR XX PROPOSED BUDGET INTERGOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS AND GRANTS MANAGEKE TI` DIVISION
F. MID-SOUTH SENIORS PROGRAM 1 $3,639 { $3,639 1
G. BECAUSE WE CARE COUNSELORS 1 $40,306 { $55,856 {
H. BECAUSE WE CARE ADMINISTRATION { $3,750 { s0 1
S. MEATS ON WHEELS, INC { $17,321 { $24,050 1
J. CAMP FIRE CLUB 1 $19,149 { $0 {!
K. COMMUNITY ENRICHMENT CENTER 1 $31,408 1 $31,408 {
L. YWCA - AIM 1 s0 1 $31,947 {
M. CREATIVE ENRICHMENT CHILD CARE PROGRAM { s0 1 $86,126 {
N. RENTAL ASSISTANCE ADMINISTRATION { $35,000 { $35,000
0. RENTAL ASSISTANCE SUBSIDIES 1 $29,476 $137,900 1 s0 $120,000 (4) {
P. RENTAL ASSISTANCE CASE MANAGEMENT 1 $139,863 1 $92,203 {
Q, NEIGHBORHOOD RESOURCE DEVEL PROGRAM ( $72,601 { $74,750 I
R. GANG DETERRENT PROGRAM ( $143,486 { $169,872 {
S. GANG DETERRENT COORDINATORS $48,915 { $48,780 {
T. KEYS (BOYS AND GIRLS CLUB) 1 $0 I $48,000 1
U. YES PROGRAM { $0 1 $20,000 {
V. NOSAP PROGRAM { $0 { $50,000 {
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SUBTOTAL: 1 $938,426 $137,900 13.2%1 $1,147,905 $120,000 15.0tI(5)
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5. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT I I
A. FWEDC BUSINESS ASSISTANCE PROGRAM { $70,8S2 { $70,852 1
B. FWEDC ADMINISTRATION (PROGRAM INCOME) ( $0 { $602 1
C. FWHCC SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT { $70,8S2 { $77,581 {
D. FWHCC ADMINISTRATION (PROGRAM INCOME) { $0 { $715
E. FWMIDI PARTNERS IN PROGRESS 1 $50,000 1 $75,000 1
DC R.L.F. ADMIN (PROGRAM INCOME) { $42,149 { $58,667 {
�� �1EDC R.L.F. (PROGRAM INCOME) ( $57,851 { $194,798 {
H. ECON DEVEL PROJECT (INFRASTRUCT'UR.E) 1 $0 { $100,000 1
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SUBTOTAL: $291,704 $0 3.7%1 $578,215 $0 6.8%1
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6. UNPROGRAMMED FUNDS { $116,290 1.5t{ $91,128 l.lt1
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$7,831,470 $137,900 $0 $8,454,345 $120,000
(OVER)/UNDER BUDGET $0 $0
TOTAL PROJECTED EXPENDITURES $7,969,370 $8,574,34S
(1) CVRRENI ENT I TLEA4IWT
(2) PROPOSED YEAR XX ENTITLEMENT
(3) STATUTORY LIMITATION IS 20% OF ENTITLE24ENT • PROGRAM INCIOME
(4) FUNDING FOR 55 FAMILIES JUN 1, 94 THRU KAY 31, 95