CDBG Fiscal Year 2014 Request for Release of FundsMasterpiece on the Mississippi
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Request Release of Funds for FY 2014
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs
DATE: April 8, 2013
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Housing & Community Development Department Director Alvin Nash is recommending
approval of the Request for Release of Funds for the proposed projects approved in the
Fiscal Year 2014 (Program Year 2013) Annual Action Plan for Community Development
Block Grant activities.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
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Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Alvin Nash, Housing & Community Development Department Director
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MEMORANDUM
To: Michael Van Milligen, City Manager
From: Alvin Nash, Housing and Community Development Department
Subject: Request Release of Funds for FY 2014
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs
Date: April 10, 2013
Introduction
This memorandum transmits a proposed resolution authorizing the Request Release of
Funds for the proposed projects approved in the FY 2014 (Program Year 2013) Annual
Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) activities. A list of the
proposed projects is included in the attached resolution.
Background
As required by the Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, the City of
Dubuque must publish an environmental review finding for projects to be funded in the
Community Development Block Grant Program. The City of Dubuque will publish a
Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (NOI /RROF) on April 17, 2013. This
required notice allows seven (7) days for citizen comments on the environmental
assessment of these programs. Public comment will be accepted until April 25, 2013
and will be taken into account before proceeding with the request for release of funds.
The City may then file the Requests for Release of CDBG funds and Certification with
the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Recommendation
I recommend that the City Council authorize the Mayor to execute a Request for
Release of Funds and Certification seven (7) days after publication of the NOI /RROF
for the Release of Funds for Community Development Block Grant funds and submit to
HUD.
Action Step
The action step is for the City Council to adopt the attached resolution.
Prepared by Aggie Tauke, Community Development Specialist
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RESOLUTION NO. 112 -2013
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014 (PROGRAM
YEAR 2013)
Whereas, the City of Dubuque will enter into a Community Development Block
Grant Agreement for the Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 2013, with the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development, providing for financial assistance to
the City under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as
amended; and
Whereas, pursuant to the rules and regulations as promulgated by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development, an environmental review has been
processed for the hereinafter listed projects to be financed with Community
Development Block Grant funds; and
Whereas, a Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds for said grants has
been published on April 17, 2013 to commence the required seven (7) day public
comment period; and
Whereas, any and all comments received as a result of such notice will be duly
considered before proceeding with a Request for Release of Funds and Certification,
and
Whereas, a Request for Release of Funds and Certification must be sent to the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development at the conclusion of the comment
period.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF DUBUQUE, IOWA:
Section 1. That the Mayor of the City of Dubuque is hereby authorized and
directed to execute a Request for Release of Funds and Certification for the following
identified Community Development Block Grant projects on or about April 26, 2013 and
submit to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Community Development Block Grant Annual Plan Projects
Fiscal Year 2014 (Program Year 2013)
Housing Programs: First Time Home Buyer Program; Homeowner Rehabilitation
(Operation Upkeep; Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program); Housing Administration
Services and Staff; Housing Code Enforcement; Housing Rehabilitation Services and
Staff; Lead Hazard Control Program; Rental Unit Rehabilitation (Emergency Code
Enforcement Loan Program; Moderate Income Rental Rehab Loan Program;
Accessibility Rehab; Single Room Occupancy Rehab)
Economic Development Programs: Commercial Industrial Building Rehab Loan
program; Economic Development Financial Assistance Program
Neighborhood and Community Development Programs: Accessible Curb
Ramps; Dubuque Dispute Resolution Center; Information and Referral Services;
Neighborhood Development Services and Staff; Neighborhood Infrastructure
Improvements (Neighborhood Street Overlays; Neighborhood Sidewalk Program;
Neighborhood Step/Wall Repair); Neighborhood Recreation Program; Neighborhood
Support Grants; Opening Doors; Senior Center; Washington Tool Library; Zoning
Inspection/ Enforcement
Planning and Administration: CDBG Administration Services and Staff
No funds will be committed prior to completion of a review for other related laws
of 24 CFR 58.5, including Section 106, if required for site - specific projects that are
currently unidentified.
Section 2. That the Mayor of the City of Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent
to assume the status of a responsible federal official under the National Environmental
Protection Act, insofar as the provisions of the said Act apply to the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development responsibilities for review, decision making, and
action assumed and carried out by the City of Dubuque as to environmental issues.
Section 3. That the Mayor of the City of Dubuque is hereby authorized to consent
personally, in his official capacity and on behalf of the City of Dubuque, to accept the
jurisdiction of the federal courts if an action is brought to enforce responsibilities in
relation to environmental review, decision - making and action.
Passed, approved and adopted this 15th day of April, 20 3.
Attest:
Kevi irnstahl, Cit Cler
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Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Request for Release of Funds
and Certification
U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
Office of Community Planning
and Development
OMB No. 2506 -0087
(exp. 10/31/2014)
This form Is to be used by Responsible Entities and Recipients (as defined in 24 CFR 58.2) when requesting the release of funds, and
requesting the authority to use such funds, for HUD programs identified by statutes that provide for the assumption of the environmental
review responsibility by units of general local government and States. Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated
to average 36 minutes per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and
maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. This agency may not conduct or sponsor, and
a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless that collection displays a valid OMB control number.
Part 1. Program Description and Request for Release of Funds (to be completed by Responsible Entity)
1. Program Title(s)
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
2. HUD /State Identification Number
B- 13 -MC -19 -0004
3. Recipient Identification Number
(optional)
42- 6004596
4. OMB Catalog Number(s)
6. For information about this request, contact (name & phone number)
Aggie Tauke 563- 589 -4212
5. Name and address of responsible entity
City of Dubuque
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque Iowa 52001 -4864
8. HUD or State Agency and office unit to receive request
HUD Omaha Area Office, Edward Zorinsky Federal
Building, Suite 329, 1616 Capitol Avenue,
Omaha NE 688102 -4908
7. Name and address of recipient (If different than responsible entity)
The recipient(s) of assistance under the program(s) listed above requests the release of funds and removal of environmental
grant conditions governing the use of the assistance for the following
9. Program Activity(ies) /Project Name(s)
Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Program for Fiscal Year 2014 (Program Year 2013)
10. Location (Street address, clty, county, State)
City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Dubuque Iowa
11. Program Activity /Project Description
Community Development Block Grant Annual Plan Projects
Fiscal Year 2014 (Program Year 2013)
Housing Programs: First Time Home Buyer Program; Homeowner Rehabilitation (Operation Upkeep;
Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program); Housing Administration Services and Staff; Housing Code
Enforcement; Housing Rehabilitation Services and Staff; Lead Hazard Control Program; Rental Unit
Rehabilitation (Emergency Code Enforcement Loan Program; Moderate Income Rental Rehab Loan
Program; Accessibility Rehab; Single Room Occupancy Rehab)
Economic Development Programs: Commercial Industrial Building Rehab Loan program; Economic
Development Financial Assistance Program
Neighborhood and Community Development Programs: Accessible Curb Ramps; Dubuque Dispute
Resolution Center; Information and Referral Services; Neighborhood Development Services and Staff;
Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvements (Neighborhood Street Overlays; Neighborhood Sidewalk
Program; Neighborhood Step /Wall Repair); Neighborhood Recreation Program; Neighborhood Support
Grants; Opening Doors; Senior Center; Washington Tool Library; Zoning Inspection/ Enforcement
Planning and Administration: CDBG Administration Services and Staff
Previous editions are obsolete form HUD - 7015.15 (1/99)
Part 2. Environmental Certification (to be completed by responsible entity)
With reference to the above Program Activity(ies) /Project(s), I, the undersigned officer of the responsible entity, certify that:
1. The responsible entity has fully carried out its responsibilities for environmental review, decision - making and action pertaining
to the project(s) named above.
2. The responsible entity has assumed responsibility for and complied with and will continue to comply with, the National
Environmental Policy Act of 1969, as amended, and the environmental procedures, permit requirements and statutory obligations
of the laws cited in 24 CFR 58.5; and also agrees to comply with the authorities in 24 CFR 58.6 and applicable State and local
laws.
3. The responsible entity has assumed responsibility for and complied with and will continue to comply with Section 106 of the National
Historic Preservation Act, and its implementing regulations 36 CFR 800, including consultation with the State Historic Preservation
Officer, Indian tribes and Native Hawaiian organizations, and the public.
4. After considering the type and degree of environmental effects identified by the environmental review completed for the proposed
project described in Part 1 of this request, I have found that the proposal did ❑ did not Q require the preparation and
dissemination of an environmental impact statement.
5. The responsible entity has disseminated and /or published in the manner prescribed by 24 'CFR 58.43 and 58.55 a notice to the public
in accordance with 24 CFR 58.70 and as evidenced by the attached copy (copies) or evidence of posting and mailing procedure.
6. The dates for all statutory and regulatory time periods for review, comment or other action are in compliance with procedures and
requirements of 24 CFR Part 58.
7. In accordance with 24 CFR 58.71(b), the responsible entity will advise the recipient (if different from the responsible entity) of
any special environmental conditions that must be adhered to in carrying out the project.
As the duly designated certifying official of the responsible entity, I also certify that:
8. I am authorized to and do consent to assume the status of Federal official under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969
and each provision of law designated in the 24 CFR 58.5 list of NEPA- related authorities insofar as the provisions of these laws
apply to the HUD responsibilities for environmental review, decision - making and action that have been assumed by the responsible
entity.
9. I am authorized to and do accept, on behalf of the recipient personally, the jurisdiction of the Federal courts for the enforcement
of all these responsibilities, in my capacity as certifying officer of the responsible entity.
Signature of Certifying Officer of the Responsible Entity
x
Address of Certifying Officer
50 W. 13th Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
Title of Certifying Officer
Roy D. Buol, Mayor City of Dubuque
Date signed
04/26/2013
Part 3. To be completed when the Recipient is not the Responsible Entity
The recipient requests the release of funds for the programs and activities identified in Part 1 and agrees to abide by the special
conditions, procedures and requirements of the environmental review and to advise the responsible entity of any proposed change in
the scope of the project or any change in environmental conditions in accordance with 24 CFR 58.71(b).
Signature of Authorized Officer of the Recipient
X
Title of Authorized Officer
Date signed
Warning: HUD will prosecute false claims and statements. Conviction may result In criminal and /or civil penalties. (18 U.S.C. 1001, 1010, 1012; 31 U.S.C.
3729, 3802)
Previous editions are obsolete form HUD - 7015.15 (1/99)
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Housing and Community Development Department
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW RECORD:
DETERMINATION OF LEVEL OF REVIEW ERR FILE # FY14 Annual Plan
Project Name: Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan FY2014
Project Number (IDIS): HUD Program: CDBG Program Year: PY 2013
Masterpiece on the Mississippi
Project Location: City of Dubuque, Iowa
Project Description (Attach additional descriptive information, as appropriate to the project, including
narrative, maps, photographs, site plans, budgets and other information.):See Attached
The subject project has been reviewed pursuant to HUD regulations 24 CFR Part 58, "Environmental
Review Procedures for Entities Assuming HUD Environmental Responsibilities," and the following
determination with respect to the project is made:
✓ Exempt from NEPA review requirements per 24 CFR 58.34(a)( )
✓ Categorically Excluded NOT Subject to §58.5 authorities per 24 CFR 58.35(b)( )
✓ Categorically Excluded SUBJECT to §58.5 authorities per 24 CFR 58.35(a)( )
(A Statutory Checklist for the §58.5 authorities is included in individual site files)
❑ An Environmental Assessment (EA) is required to be performed. (An Environmental
Assessment performed in accordance with subpart E of 24 CFR Part 58 is attached.)
❑ An Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) is required to be performed.
FINDING: [58.40(g)]
® Finding of No Significant Impact
(The projects will not result in a significant impact on the quality of the human environment)
❑ Finding of Significant Impact
(The project may significantly affect the quality of the human environment)
The ERR (see §58.38) must contain all the environmental review documents, public notices and
written determinations or environmental findings required by Part 58 as evidence of review, decision
making and actions pertaining to a particular project. Include additional information including
checklists, studies, analyses and documentation as appropriate.
Preparer Signature:
Title /Agency: Ag
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Certifying Official Signature:
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ment Speciali City of Dubuque, Iowa
Date: April 15, 7013
Title /Agency: Roy D. uol, Mayor City of Dubuque, Iowa
REQUIREMENTS listed at 24 CFR 58.6
PROJECT NAME: Community Development Block Grant FY14 Annual Plan (FY2013)
ERR FILE #: FY14 Annual Action Plan ERR Retain this form in the ERR of the subject project.
1. AIRPORT RUNWAY PROTECTION ZONE / CLEAR ZONE NOTIFICATION
[24 C.F.R. Part 51.303(a)(3)]
Does the project involve the sale or acquisition of property located within a Civil Airport's
RunwayProtection Zone or a Military Airfield's Clear Zone?
( x) No. Cite or attach Source Document: Attached City of Dubuque Airport: Runway Protection
Zones Map
(Project complies with 24 CFR 51.303(a)(3).)
() Yes. Notice must be provided to buyer. The notice must advise the buyer that the property is in a
Runway Protection Zone or Clear Zone, what the implications of such a location are, and that there is a possibility that the
property may, at a later date, be acquired by the airport operator. The buyer must sign a statement acknowledging receipt
of this information, and a copy of the signed notice must be maintained in this ERR.
2. COASTAL BARRIERS RESOURCES ACT
[Coastal Barrier Improvement Act of 1990 (16 U.S.C. 3501)]
Is the project located in a coastal barrier resource area?
(X) No. Cite or attach Source Document: No CBRA in MO/KS/NE/IA http : / /www.fema.gov /nfip /cobra.shtm
(Proceed with project.)
() Yes. Federal assistance may not be used in such an area.
3. FLOOD DISASTER PROTECTION ACT
[Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4001 - 4128)]
Does the project involve acquisition, construction or rehabilitation of structures located in a FEMA
identified Special Flood Hazard Area?
(X) No. Cite or attach Source Document:
Current FEMA FEMA Map Service Center website at https: / /msc.fema.gov
Flood Insurance Rate Maps Numbers: 1906100360E; 1906100358E, 1906100356E, 1906100354E;
1906100352E; 1906100351E; 1906100335E; 1906100332E; 1906100330E; 1906100244E; 1906100243E;
1906100242E; 1906100241E; 1906100239E; 1906100238E; 1906100237E; 1906100236E; 1906100220 E;
1906100217E; 19061CO215E
(Proceed with project.)
() Yes. Cite or attach Source Document:
Is the community participating in the National Insurance Program (or has less than one year
passed since FEMA notification of Special Flood Hazards)?
() Yes. Flood Insurance under the National Flood Insurance Program must be obtained. If
HUD assistance is provided as a grant, insurance must be maintained for the economic life of the project
and in the amount of the total project cost (or up to the maximum allowable coverage, whichever is less).
If HUD assistance is provided as a loan, insurance must be maintained for the term of the loan and in the
amount of the loan (or up to maximum allowable coverage, whichever is less). A copy of the flood
insurance policy declaration must be kept on file in the ERR.
() No. Federal assistance may not be used in the Special Flood Hazards Area.
The City of Dubuque will direct the use of Community Development Block Grant funds for
Program Year 2013, from July 1, 2013 to June 30, 2014, to meet the following objectives:
1. Economic development to benefit the community in general and in particular to
provide employment opportunities and appropriate job skills to persons of low and
moderate incomes.
2. Programs to ensure safe, sanitary and affordable housing opportunities for the
homeless and low and moderate - income renters and homeowners.
3.Community -based programs designed to support a wide range of individual, family
and neighborhood efforts to develop the personal and organizational skills needed to
become self- sufficient and self - reliant.
4. Maintenance and improvement of public and private facilities such as alleys,
streets, parks and sidewalks, to either aid in the prevention or elimination of blighting
influences in the community or to benefit low and moderate income neighborhoods.
5. Management and oversight activities to formulate and guide policies, plans and
programs to aid in the physical, social and economic development and conservation
of the community and its resources.
The following is a list of activities to be completed as part of the Fiscal Year 2014 Annual
Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant program and the environmental
findings on each activity. Project descriptions are shown in Appendix A.
All projects determined to be categorically excluded under NEPA (National Environmental
Protection Agency) but subject to review under authorities listed in 24CFR58.5 have been or
will be assessed as per the Statutory Checklist in regard to regulatory compliance. No funds
for site - specific projects, as identified, will be committed prior to completion of a review for
the other related laws of 24CFR58.5, including Section 106, and resulting Finding of No
Significant Impact, if necessary. See attached files for Section 58.5 and 58.6 checklists.
Strategy for Tiered Environmental Reviews and Assessments
The City of Dubuque Iowa will annually review and analyze all projects funded with
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) to evaluate their impact on the environment.
An overall tiered review will be completed for the entire CDBG program year and individual
site - specific environmental reviews will be completed as required.
Site specific environmental review will be completed for all of the following projects: Housing
Trust; Homeowner Rehab (Operation Paintbrush, Operation Upkeep, Residential Rehab and
Sewer Connection); Rental Unit Rehab (Moderate Income Rental Rehab, Emergency Code
Enforcement, Accessibility Rehab, Single -Room Occupancy Rehab);
Purchase /Rehabilitation / Resale (DREAMS); Lead Paint Hazard Abatement.
Individual environmental assessments will be performed for site - specific projects for the
Commercial /Industrial building Rehab Loan program and the Economic Development
Financial Assistance program.
The site - specific environmental review process for the CDBG program requires completion of
the statutory and regulatory checklists. The Section 106 review for historic preservation
review will be forwarded to appropriate staff for review and approval prior to completion and
sign off for the project. The 'Noise Attenuation Recommendations for Rehabilitation of
Properties' form will be completed by an inspector for all housing rehab projects located
within 3000 feet of a railroad, 1000 feet of a major roadway or 15 miles of the airport. Upon
completion of the review by planning staff and the housing inspector, the environmental
review officer will be notified for final review and sign off of the site - specific statutory and
regulatory checklists.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW FINDINGS
A. HOUSING PROGRAMS
1. First Time Home Buyer Program: This program provides for loans to assist low and
moderate income families to purchase their first homes. These funds are used to cover the
"entry costs" of homeownership — down payments and closing costs.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35(b) (5) and not subject to
24CFR58.5.
2. Homeowner Rehabilitation
Operation Upkeep: Grant or deferred payment loan for minor exterior repairs up to
$5,000 to income - eligible homeowners.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35 (a)4 (i) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5.
Statutory Checklist included in individual site file.
Residential Rehab Loan Program: An on -going program to provide low- interest
loans to qualified low and moderate- income homeowners for the rehabilitation of substandard
housing units.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35 (a)3 (i) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5.
Statutory Checklist included in individual site file.
3. Housing Planning/ Administrative Services and Staff: On -going staff support
for general housing planning activities, including Consolidated Plan, and department
administration.
Activity exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34 (a)(3)
4. Housing Code Enforcement: Intensive program of inspection of rental units within low
and moderate - income neighborhoods to ensure the provision of safe and sanitary housing.
Activity exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34 (a) (5)
5. Housing Rehabilitation Services and Staff: On -going staff support, including program
management, technical assistance, loan packaging and inspection, for the City's rehabilitation
loan program.
Activity exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34(a) (3)
6. Lead Hazard Control: Provides activities in support of efforts to combat lead paint hazards
in housing, including assessment and abatement with grants of up to $6000 to low /moderate
income residents.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35 (a)3 (i) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5.
Statutory Checklist included in individual site file.
7. Rental Unit Rehabilitation
Emergency Code Enforcement Loan Program: This program provides for rehab
loans to correct code deficiencies and, in particular, emergency or health and safety corrections,
for rental properties. The program aims at preventing the displacement of economically
disadvantaged tenants as a result of code enforcement actions. Loans are fully amortized, no
deferred payment terms.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35 (a) (3)(i) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5.
Statutory Checklist included in individual site file.
Moderate Income Rental Rehab Loan Program: This program provides loans to
rehabilitate rental units throughout the community and is not tied to the Section 8 rental
assistance program. The program is intended for renters at the 50 -80 % of median income and
loans are made fully amortizing with no deferred payment periods.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35(a)(3)(i) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5.
Statutory Checklist included in individual site file.
Accessibility Rehab: This program provides grants to disabled tenants to make rental
units accessible to the physically disabled.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35(a)(2) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5.
Single Room Occupancy Rehab: This loan program targets the rehabilitation of
single room occupancy units.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35 (a)3(i) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5.
B. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
1. Commercial /Industrial Building Rehab Loans: This program provides low interest and
forgivable loans /grants for rehabilitation of commercial and industrial buildings in the City's older
neighborhoods and downtown. Rehabilitation assistance is limited to improvements to the exterior of
the building and to the correction of code violations.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35(a)(3) (ii) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5. An
individual environmental assessment will be performed for site - specific projects as per
24 CFR Part 58.
2. Economic Development Financial Assistance Program: This program provides both
large and small businesses with attractive low- interest and forgivable loan packages or grants
to support local economic development efforts, including projects to create or retain jobs,
enhance the tax base and strengthen the local economy. To the greatest extent possible, these
investment capital funds are used to benefit low and moderate income citizens, address slum
and blight problems, leverage additional funding from state, federal and private sources and to
assist in the retention and expansion of existing local businesses.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35(a)(3) (ii) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5. An
individual environmental assessment will be performed for site - specific projects as per
24 CFR Part 58 if required
C. NEIGHBORHOOD AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMS
1.Accessible Curb Ramps: Replace curbs at intersections throughout the City with accessible
ramps to make public sidewalks accessible to persons with disabilities.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35(a)(1) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5. See
attached Statutory Checklist and Regulatory Checklist. Exempt as per 24 CFR 58.34
(12)
2. Dubuque Dispute Resolution Center: Training, marketing and promotion of the Dubuque
Dispute and Resolution Center.
Activity exempt pursuant to 24 CFR Part 58.34(a)(4)
3. Information and Referral Service: The purchase of services from Project Concern/Phone
A Friend, Inc. Services for a twenty -four hour information network for community residents
and a resource /counseling center for community services.
Activity exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34(a)(2)
4. Neighborhood Development Services and Staff: The Neighborhood Development
Specialist coordinates the City's neighborhood Development programs and provides technical
assistance to organizations and residents to improve Dubuque's neighborhoods.
Activity exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34(a)(9)
5. Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvements
Neighborhood Street Overlays: Provides for pavement overlays in income eligible
neighborhoods.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35(a)(1) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5. See
attached Statutory Checklist
Neighborhood Sidewalk Program: An on -going grant program to income eligible
homeowners, on a case -by -case basis, to pay 75% of the cost to repair public sidewalks in front
of their homes.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35(a)(1) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5. See
attached Statutory Checklist
Neighborhood Step/Wall Repair: An on -going program to renovate or remove steps and
walls that are public safety problems in low- income areas.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35(a)(1) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5. See
attached Statutory Checklist
6. Neighborhood Recreation Programs: An enhanced recreation program is offered in the
City's older low and moderate - income neighborhoods to meet the needs of at -risk youth,
promote self - esteem and build community. Activities include expanded after- school programs,
open gym, basketball league, music lessons, playtime for tots, scholarships, swim passes,
summer day camp and other recreational programs.
Activity exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34(a)(4)
7. Neighborhood Support Grants: This grant program provides resources for organized
neighborhoods in low /mod income areas to encourage self - initiated revitalization efforts
including physical improvements, clean -ups, communication efforts or other special projects.
Activity exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34(a)(4)
8. Opening Doors: Program providing emergency and transitional housing to women, alone
or with children at two sites, Teresa Shelter and Maria House.
Activity Exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34(a)(4)
9. Senior Center: Education and recreation services provided to elderly citizens at the Hills
& Dales Lifetime Center.
Activity Exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34(a)(4)
10. Washington Tool Library: An on -going free tool loan program operated by the
Washington Neighborhood Tool Library, a non - profit organization staffed by volunteers.
Funds are used to buy and repair tools and to cover building rent and utilities. Income eligible
residents borrow tools at no charge for home repairs and improvements
Activity exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34(a)(4) and (7)
11. Zoning Inspection /Enforcement: This project provides funding for
inspection /enforcement staff services to low /mod income areas for zoning ordinance infractions
and to provide support for neighborhood clean up efforts.
Activity exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34(a)(5)
C. PLANNING AND ADMINISTRATION
1. CDBG Administration Services and Staff : Staff support for general management.
Oversight and coordination of the Community Development Block Grant program; assures
compliance with federal regulations and reporting requirements.
Activity exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34(a)(3)
See Appendix A: Fiscal Year 2014 Annual Plan (Program Year 2013)
Exhibit A
FY 2014 CDBG ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
PROJECTED SOURCES FY 2014
Estimated Entitlement 928,372
Program Income 303,555
Total Sources 1,231,927
Housing Development Programs:
FY 2014
First Time Homebuyer Program
41,784
Homeowner Rehab Program
157,450
Housing Administration
64,619
Housing Code Enforcement
184,781
Housing Rehabilitation Services and Staff
361,603
Housing Trust
0
Lead Hazard Control Program
30,000
Purchase /Rehab /Resale DREAMS
-
Rental Unit Rehabilitation
-
Housing Totals
840,237
Economic Development Programs:
Commercial /Industrial Building Rehab Loans &Revolving Loan Fund
-
E.D. Financial Assistance Program & Revolving Loan Fund
-
Economic Development Totals
-
Neighborhood and Community Development Programs
Accessible Curb Ramps
12,600
Dubuque Dispute Resolution Center
728
Information & Referral - Project Concern
12,500
Neighborhood Development Services and Staff
63,740
Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvements
13,400
Neighborhood Recreation Program
112,794
Neighborhood Support Grants
14,560
Opening Doors
7,280
Senior Center
18,200
Washington Tool Library
11,284
Zoning Inspection /Enforcement
8,710
Neighborhood & Comm. Develop. Totals
275,796
Administration
CDBG Admin. Services and Staff
115,894
Administration Totals
115,894
TOTAL CDBG
1,231,927