Request for Release of Funds for Fiscal Year 2017 CDBG Activities Copyright 2014
City of Dubuque Consent Items # 28.
ITEM TITLE: Request for Release of Funds for Fiscal Year 2017
Community Development Block Grant Activities
SUMMARY: City Manager recommending approval of a Resolution
authorizing the Request for Release of Funds for the
proposed projects approved in the Fiscal Year 2017
(Program Year 2016)Annual Action Plan for Community
Development Block Grant(CDBG)activities.
RESOLUTION Authorizing Request for Release of
Community Development Block Grant Funds for Fiscal
Year 2017 (Program Year 2016)
SUGGESTED DISPOSITION: Suggested Disposition: Receive and File; Adopt
Resolution(s)
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
CDBG Request for Release of Funds-MVM Memo City Manager Memo
Staff Memo Staff Memo
Environmental Review Record Supporting Documentation
Request for Release of Funds Supporting Documentation
Resolution Resolutions
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TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council Members
FROM: Michael C. Van Milligen, City Manager
SUBJECT: Request Release of Funds for FY 2017
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs
DATE: May 31, 2016
Housing and Community Development Department Director Alvin Nash recommends
City Council approval of a Resolution authorizing the Request for Release of Funds for
the proposed projects approved in the Fiscal Year 2017 (Program Year 2016) Annual
Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) activities.
I concur with the recommendation and respectfully request Mayor and City Council
approval.
Mic ael C. Van Milligen
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Attachment
cc: Barry Lindahl, City Attorney
Cindy Steinhauser, Assistant City Manager
Teri Goodmann, Assistant City Manager
Alvin Nash, Housing and Community Development Department Director
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To: Michael Van Milligen, City Manager
From: Alvin Nash, Housing and Community Development Department
Subject: Request Release of Funds for FY 2017
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Programs
Date: May 27, 2016
Introduction
This memorandum transmits a proposed resolution authorizing the Request Release of
Funds for the proposed projects approved in the FY 2017 (Program Year 2016) 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 published a
Notice of Intent to Request Release of Funds (NOI/RROF) on May 27, 2016. This
required notice allows a minimum of seven (7) days for citizen comments on the
environmental assessment of these programs. Public comment will be accepted until
June 6, 2016 at 5:00 p.m. 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 a minimum of 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 Erica Haugen, Community Development Specialist
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RESOLUTION NO. 220-16
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017 (PROGRAM
YEAR 2016)
Whereas, the City of Dubuque will enter into a Community Development Block Grant
Agreement for the Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 2016, 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 May 27, 2016 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 June 6, 2016.and submit to
the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Community Development Block Grant Annual Plan Projects
Fiscal Year 2017 (Program Year 2016)
Housing Programs: First Time Home Buyer Program; Homeowner Rehabilitation
(Home Repair Loan Program; Residential Rehabilitation Loan Program); Housing Code
Enforcement; Housing Rehabilitation Services and Staff; Lead Hazard Control; Rental
Unit Rehabilitation (Emergency Code Enforcement Loan Program; Accessibility Rehab;
Rental Rehabilitation); Purchase Rehab Resale.
Economic Development Programs: Commercial Industrial Building Rehab program
and Revolving Loan Fund; Economic Development Financial Assistance Program and
Microenterprise Assistance Program
Neighborhood and Community Development Programs: Accessible Curb Ramps;
Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvements (Neighborhood Street Overlays;
Neighborhood Sidewalk Program); Neighborhood Recreation Program; Neighborhood
Support Grants; Purchase of Services; Senior Center; Washington Tool Library; Zoning
Inspection/ Enforcement; Four Mounds HEART Program.
Planning and Administration: CDBG Administration Services and Staff;
Neighborhood Development Services and Staff, Housing Planning/Administrative
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 6th day Juno:, 2016
Attest:
KeviniFirnstahl,City C`erk
Ri Jones, " ayor Pro -Tem
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Environmental Review Record
Fiscal Year 2017
HUD Program Year 2016
Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) Program
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW RECORD
(24 CFR 58, Section 58)
Environmental Review Record FY 2016
Responsible Entity [24 CFR 58.2(a)(7)1: City of Dubuque, Iowa
Certifying Officer[24 CFR 58.2(a)(2)]: Roy D. Buol, Mayor
Project Name: Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
FY 2017 Annual Projects
Project Location: Dubuque, Dubuque County, IA
Grant Recipient[24 CFR 58.2(a)(5)]: City of Dubuque
Recipient Address: 350 Vilest 6th Street Suite 312, Dubuque IA 52001
Project Representative: Alvin Nash, Housing and Community Development
Director
Telephone Number: 563-589-4239
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW RECORD:
DETERMINATION OF LEVEL OF REVIEW ERR FILE # FY17 Annual Plan
Project Name: Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan FY 2017
Project Number(IDIS): _ HUD Program: CDBG Program Year: 2016
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 CPR 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)(see below)
® Categorically Excluded NOT Subject to §58.5 authorities per 24 CFR 58.35(b)(see
below_)
® Categorically Excluded SUBJECT to §58.5 authorities per 24 CFR 58.35(a)(see below)
(A Statutory Checklist for the §58.5 authorities is attached.)
❑ 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.
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.
FINDING: [58.40(g)]
Q 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,signifi ntly affect the quality of the human environment)
Preparer Signature: Date: Inalrohlo,2040
Title/Agency: Eric -Hau Co muni e lopment Specialist City of Dubuque, rowa
Certifying Officer Signature: -- „ Date- April 18, 2016
Title/Agency: Ric W. Jone or Pro-Tem, Dubuque IA
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REQUIREMENTS listed at 24 CFR 58.6
PROJECT NAME: Community Development Block Grant FY2017 Annual Plan (PY2016)
ERR FILE#: FY17 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 Runway
Protection 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).)
O 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 acknow►edging 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.)
O 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: 19061C0360E; 19061C0358E, 19061C0356E, 19061C0354E;
19061 C0352E; 19061 C0351 E; 19061 C0335E; 19061 C0332E; 19061 C0330E; 19061 CO244E; 19061 CO243E;
19061 CO242E; 19061 CO241 E; 19061 CO239E; 19061 CO238E; 19061 CO237E; 19061 CO236E; 19061 CO220E;
19061CO217E; 19061CO215E
(Proceed with project.)
(x )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)?
( x)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.
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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW RECORD
CITY OF DUBUQUE
ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN
PROGRAM YEAR 2016 (FISCAL YEAR 2017)
The City of Dubuque will direct the use of Community Development Block Grant funds
for Program Year 2016, from July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2017, 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 2017
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
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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:
Homeowner Rehab (Home Repair Program, Residential Rehab and Sewer
Connection); Rental Unit Rehab (Rental Rehab, Emergency Code Enforcement,
Accessibility Rehab); Purchase/Rehabilitation/ Resale; Lead Paint Hazard Abatement;
Four Mounds HEART Program.
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 Buyergram: 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
Home Repair Program: Loan for minor exterior repairs to improve conditions of
property to income-eligible homeowners.
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.
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.
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3. 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)
4. 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)
5. 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.
6. 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.
Rental Rehab: This program provides for rehab loans to correct code deficiencies for
rental properties. The program aims at improving the quality of rental housing available in the
community. 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.
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.
7. Purchase Rehab Resale: This program makes available funding to acquire vacant and
abandoned properties, rehabilitate those properties, and sell them to income eligible households
at an affordable price.
Activity categorically excluded under 24 CFR Part 58.35 (a) (5) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5.
Statutory Checklist included in individual site file.
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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 and Microenterprise
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. 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(x)(1) but subject to
compliance with Federal related laws and authorities outlined in 24 CFR 58.5.
See attached Statutory Checklist
3. Neighborhood Recreation Programs: An enhanced recreation program is offered in the
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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)
4. 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)
5. Purchase of Services: Public service activities that will not have a physical impact or
result in any changes.
Activity Exempt under 24 CFR Part 58.34(a)(4)
6. 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)
7. 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)
8. 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)
9. Four Mounds HEART Program: Program provides youth education and job training
opportunities while rehabilitating homes and revitalizing neighborhoods.
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.
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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)
2. 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)
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)
See Appendix A: Fiscal Year 2017 Annual Plan (Program Year 2016)
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Signed - Environmental Review Officer Date
Erica Haugen, Community Development Specialist
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Appendix A: Fiscal Year 2017 Annual Plan (Program Year 2016)
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
FY2017CDBGANNUALACTION PLAN
FOR THE PERIOD ENDING June 30,2017
PROJECTED SOURCES FY2017
Entitlement 963,306
Program Income 373,015
Total Sources 1,336,321
Proposed
Housing Development Programs: Accomplishments FY 2017
First Time Homebuyer Program 12 households 50,000
Homeowner Rehab Program 11 housing units 59,234
Housing Code Enforcement 350 housing units 104,327
Housing Rehabilitation Services and Staff 391,294
Lead Hazard Control Program 3 housing units 60,000
Purchase/Rehab/Resale 109,295
Rental Unit Rehabilitation 10 housing units 50,000
Housing Totals 824,150
Economic Development Programs:
E.D. Financial Assistance Program
Microenterprise Assistance Program
Economic Development Totals -
Neighborhood and Community Development Programs
Accessible Curb Ramps 12 Accessible Ramps 12,600
Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvements 3 streets, 7 sidewalks 13,400
Neighborhood Recreation Program 5730 persons 135,045
Neighborhood Support Grants 2000 people 14,560
Four Mounds HEART 10 people 10,000
Senior Center 600 people 18,200
Washington Tool Library 450 people 15,790
Zoning Inspection/Enforcement 45 housing units 8,710
Purchase of Services 20,000
Neighborhood &Comm. Develop.Totals 248,305
Administration
Neighborhood Development Services and Staff 83,967
Housing Administration 72,170
CDBG Admin. Services and Staff 107,729
Administration Totals 263,866
Contingenc
TOTAL CDBG 1,336,321
Balance 0
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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. 07/31/2017)
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)
4. OMB Catalog Number(s)
2. HUD/State Identification Number 3. Recipient Identification Number
B -16 -MC -19-0004 42-6004596
6, For information about this request, contact (name & phone number)
Erica Haugen 563-589-4212
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
5. Name and address of responsible entity
City of Dubuque
50 West 13th Street
Dubuque Iowa 52001-4864
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 2017 (Program Year 2016)
10. Location (Street address, city, county, State)
City of Dubuque, Dubuque County, Dubuque Iowa
11. Program Activity/Project Description
Housing Programs: First Time Home Buyer Program; Homeowner Rehabilitation (Home Repair Loan Program; Residential
Rehabilitation Loan Program); Housing Code Enforcement; Housing Rehabilitation Services and Staff; Lead Hazard Control;
Rental Unit Rehabilitation (Emergency Code Enforcement Loan Program; Accessibility Rehab; Rental Rehabilitation); Purchase
Rehab Resale.
Economic Development Programs: Commercial Industrial Building Rehab program and Revolving Loan Fund; Economic
Development Financial Assistance Program and Microenterprise Assistance Program
Neighborhood and Community Development Programs: Accessible Curb Ramps; Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvements
(Neighborhood Street Overlays; Neighborhood Sidewalk Program); Neighborhood Recreation Program; Neighborhood Support
Grants; Purchase of Services; Senior Center; Washington Tool Library; Zoning Inspection/ Enforcement; Four Mounds HEART
Program.
Planning and Administration: CDBG Administration Services and Staff; Neighborhood Development Services and Staff,
Housing Planning/Administrative 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 ✓ 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 Ce n: Officer of the Responsible Entity
x
Address of Certifying Off
Title of Certifying Officer
Ric W. Jones, Mayor Pro -Tem City of Dubuque
Date signed
6/6/2016
City of ITubuque, 50 W 6th Street, Dubuque, IA 52001
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)
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form HUD -7015.15 (1199)
Authority to Use
Grant Funds
U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
Office of Community Planning
and Development
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To: (name & address of Grant Recipient & name & title of Chief Executive Officer)
Roy D. Buol, Mayor
City of Dubuque
50 W. 13th Street
Dubuque, IA 52001
Copy To: (name & address of SubRecipient)
Erica Haugen
Housing & Community Development Dept.
350 W. 6th Street, Suite 312
Dubuque, IA 52001
We received your Request for Release of Funds and Certification, form HUD -7015.15 on
June 13, 2016
Your Request was for HUD/State Identification Number
B -16 -MC -19-0004
All objections, if received, have been considered. And the minimum waiting period has transpired.
You are hereby authorized to use funds provided to you under the above HUD/State Identification Number.
File this form for proper record keeping, audit, and inspection purposes.
Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program for Fiscal Year 2017 (Program Year 2016):
Housing Programs: First Time Home Buyer Program; Homeowner Rehabilitation (Home Repair Loan Program; Residential
Rehabilitation Loan Program); Housing Code Enforcement;'Housing Rehabilitation Services and Staff; Lead Hazard Control; Rental
Unit Rehabilitation (Emergency Code Enforcement Loan Program; Accessibility Rehab; Rental Rehabilitation); Purchase Rehab
Resale.
Economic Development Programs: Commercial Industrial Building Rehab program and Revolving Loan Fund; Economic Development
Financial Assistance Program and Microenterprise Assistance Program.
Neighborhood and Community Development Programs: Accessible Curb Ramps; Neighborhood Infrastructure Improvements
(Neighborhood. Street Overlays; Neighborhood Sidewalk Program); Neighborhood Recreation Program; Neighborhood Support
Grants; Purchase of Services; Senior Center; Washington Tool Library; Zoning Inspection/ Enforcement; Four Mounds HEART
Program.
Planning and Administration: CDBG Administration Services and Staff; Neighborhood Development Services and Staff, Housing
Planning/Administrative Services and Staff.
Typed Name of Authorizing Officer
Francis T. Severin
Title of Authorizing Officer
Director, Community Planning and Development
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Date (mm/dd/yyyy)
06/30/2016
form HUD -7015.16 (2/94)
ref. Handbook 6513.01