HomeMy WebLinkAboutCity of Tamarac Resolution R-2013-080Temp. Res. No. 12353
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CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA
RESOLUTION NO. R-2013- 4yD
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA, APPROVING THE
PROJECTS RECOMMENDED FOR INCLUSION IN THE
FISCAL YEAR 2013 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR
EXPENDITURE OF THE U.S. HOUSING AND URBAN
DEVELOPMENT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUNDS ESTIMATED TO BE $369,060 FOR THE
FOURTEENTH PROGRAM YEAR; PROVIDING FOR
CONFLICTS; PROVIDING FOR SEVERABILITY; AND
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE
WHEREAS,
the
U.S.
Department
of
(HUD) has notified
the
City
of Tamarac
of
allocation in the
Development Block
Year; and
estimated amount of
Grant (CDBG) program
Housing and Urban Development
its HUD Fiscal Year 2013 funding
$369,060 under the Community
for the City's Fourteenth Program
WHEREAS, funding received for the CDBG program must be utilized for
eligible CDBG activities; and
WHEREAS, all CDBG eligible activities must meet one of three national
objectives, as defined by Congress, including benefitting low and moderate
income people, helping to eliminate slum and blight, or addressing existing
conditions that pose a serious or immediate threat to the health and welfare of the
community; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tamarac adopted the City of Tamarac Five Year
Consolidated Plan for FY 2010-2015 via Resolution R-2010-102 which established
the City's strategic priorities for the CDBG program during this period; and
WHEREAS, each year a new Annual Action Plan is required to detail
projects, activities, and programs to be funded by that year's funding allocation in
compliance with the adopted 5-Year Consolidated Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Annual Action Plan requires a public hearing process to
solicit input in the development and review of the plan; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Director and the Planning Board
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recommended the approval of the projects recommended for inclusion in the
Fourteenth Program Year Annual Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2013; and
WHEREAS, the City of Tamarac received an additional $5,774 reallocated
from the City of Weston for a portion of their FY 2012-2013 allocation which went
un-applied for; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Tamarac, Florida deems it
to be in the best interest of the citizens and residents of the City of Tamarac to
approve the Fiscal Year 2013 Annual Action Plan for expenditure of the U.S.
Housing and Urban Development Community Development Block Grant funds
estimated to be $369,060 for the Fourteenth Program Year.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF
THE CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA:
SECTION 1. That the foregoing "WHEREAS" clauses are hereby ratified
and confirmed as being true and correct, and are hereby made a specific part of
this Resolution.
SECTION 2. That the City Commission hereby approves the projects
recommended for inclusion in the Fiscal Year 2013 Annual Action Plan, attached
hereto as Exhibit "ill , for expenditure of the U.S. Housing and Urban Development
Community Development Block Grant funds estimated to be $369,060 for the
Fourteenth Program Year.
SECTION 3. All resolutions or parts of resolutions in conflict herewith be
and the same are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 4. If any clause, section, other part or application of this
Resolution is held by any court of competent jurisdiction to be unconstitutional or
invalid, in part or application, it shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions
or applications of this Resolution.
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SECTION 5. This Resolution shall become effective immediately upon its
passage and adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED
BY
THE CITY COMMI
SION OF THE CITY OF
TAMARAC, FLORIDA THIS
DAY OF
920130
ATTEST:
PATRICIA TEUFE
CITY CLERK
HEREBY CERTIFY that
Have approved this
RESOLUTION as to form
SAMUEL S. GOREN
CITY ATTORNEY
CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA
B ETH TA
VOTE:
B. TALABISCO
H. DRESSLER
P. BUSHNELL
P. ATKINS-GRAD
D. GLASSER
CITY OF TAMARAC, FL
Annual Action Plan
Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) Program
Fiscal Years 2013/2014
Prepared by:
City of Tamarac Community Development Department
Housing Division
Submitted to:
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
The Office of Community Planning and Development
Miami Field Office
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Annual Action Plan
Executive Summary 91.220(b) 4
Citizen Participation Plan 91.220 (b) 5
Resources 91.220 (c) (1) and (c) (2) 7
Annual Objectives 91.220 (c) (3) g
Description of Activities 91.220 (d) and (e) 10
Objectives 13
Performance Measurements 14
Geographic Distribution/Allocation Priorities 91.220 (d) and (f) 15
Annual Affordable Housing Goals 91.220 (g) 15
Public Housing 91.220 (h) 16
Homeless and Special Needs 91.220 (i) 17
Barriers to Affordable Housing 91.220 (j) 21
Other Actions 91.220 (k) 27
Program Specific Requirements
CDBG 91.220 (I) (1) 23
HOME 91.220 (I) (2) 24
HOPWA 91.220 (I) (3) 26
Other Narratives and Attachments
Section 3 Initiatives 27
Davis Bacon Initiatives 27
Fair Housing 27
ATTACHMENTS:
SF-424
Certifications
Citizen Participation Plan
CDBG Low -Moderate Area Map
Resolution -Submission Approval for Annual Action Plan
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CITY OF TAMARAC
FY 2013/2014 Annual Action Plan
DUNS #077270940
City of Tamarac
Mayor Beth Talabisco
Vice -Mayor Harry Dressler
Commissioner Pamela Bushnell
Commission Patricia Atkins -Grad
Commissioner Diane Glasser
City Manager Michael C. Cernech
Our Vision
The City of Tamarac, Our Community of Choice -Leading the nation in
quality of life through safe neighborhoods, a vibrant community,
exceptional customer service and recognized excellence.
Our Mission
We "Committed to Excellence... Always"
It is our job to foster and create an environment that:
Responds to the Customer
Creates and Innovates
Works as a Team
Achieves Results
Makes a Difference
Our Values
As stewards of the public trust, we value:
Vision
Integrity
Efficiency
Quality Service
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2013-2014 Annual Action Plan
The CPMP Annual Action Plan includes the SF 424 and Narrative Responses
to Action Plan questions that CDBG, HOME, HOPWA, and ESG grantees
must respond to each year in order to be compliant with the Consolidated
Planning Regulations.
NAME OF JURISDICTION:
Annual Action Plan:
Consolidated Plan Time Period:
ACTION PLAN
CITY OF T,4M4RAC, FL
FY 2013/2014
FY 201012011 - FY 201412015
Annual Action Plan includes the SF 424 and is due every year no less than 45 days prior to the
start of the grantee's program year start date. HUD does not accept plans between August 15
and November 15.
Executive Summary 91.220(b)
1. The Executive Summary is required. Include the objectives and outcomes identified in the
plan and an evaluation of past performance.
The City of Tamarac participated in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) entitlement allocation formula as a recipient of federal funds for
the first time in Fiscal Year 2000. The City is recently embarked on its second five-
year cycle to receive HUD Federal grant allocations providing funds to promote
affordable housing initiatives and socio-economic programs to address identified
community development needs. In Fiscal Year 2013-2014, it is estimated that the
City of Tamarac will receive a total of $374,834.00 consisting of a direct allocation in
the amount of $369,060.00 and unclaimed reallocation funds from the City of
Weston in the amount of $5,774.00 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
funds, to address identified community development needs. Entitlement allocations
from other HUD funds may become available in future years. To receive CDBG
funding, the City must assess local housing and community development needs and
resources, and socioeconomic impediments toward building viable neighborhoods.
The statutes for the HUD CDBG grant programs set forth three basic goals which
are closely related to the major commitments and priorities of the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Each of these goals must primarily benefit very low, low and moderate income
persons within the context described below:
1.
To
provide
suitable living environment
2.
To
provide
decent housing
3.
To
expand
economic opportunities
This annual action plan incorporates priorities and programs addressing these goals.
EXISTING PROGRAM
The City of Tamarac receives federal funding under both the CDBG and HOME
program. Additional funds are received from the State's, State Housing Initiative
Partnership (SHIP) Program. To date activities approved using these funding
sources focus on housing assistance (home rehabilitation), public service, and public
facilities improvements. These activities benefit residents by direct assistance or
indirectly through area -wide or limited clientele activities based on low -moderate
income determinations.
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Over the last year, U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
funds (CDBG &HOME) have assisted with the following:
❖ Provided home rehabilitation for owner -occupied homes.
❖ Installed and repaired sidewalks and accessibility pads.
❖ Provided afull-time temporary social worker that assisted residents in obtaining
referrals, counseling and other social service needs.
Citizen Participation 91.220(b)
2. Provide a summary of the citizen participation and consultation process (including efforts to
broaden public participation in the development of the plan.
Citizen Participation and Consultation
The Citizen Participation Plan in accordance with the Housing and Community
Development Act of 1974, as amended and 24 CFR Part 91, Subpart B: Citizen
Participation and Consultation sets forth the citizen participation plan requirements.
This section of the Act provides for and encourages citizen participation with
particular emphasis on persons of low and moderate income, in addition to slum and
blighted areas. Consistent with the Act, the City of Tamarac provides citizens
reasonable and timely access to local meetings, information and records. In
addition, technical assistance is made available to low and moderate income
representative groups. The Citizen Participation Plan details the process to develop
needs, review proposed activities and program performance as well as the manner
in which hearings are advertised and conducted. (Citizen Participation Plan -
attached hereto)
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The City published a public notice on June 9, 2013 for the 30-day public review
period which began June 10, 2013 and ended July 10, 2013. A public hearing was
held during the City Commission meeting on July 10, 2013 which by resolution
adopted the Annual Action Plan and authorized its submission to the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development prior to the July 15, 2013 deadline.
The citizen participation process provides ample time for written complaints and
grievances. Through the on -going efforts of our Neighborhood Partnership Program,
the City stimulates and enhances neighborhood vitality and customer satisfaction by
addressing the concerns and special needs of neighborhoods through progressive
and collaborative planning. In the spirit of collaboration the City staff serves as
consultants and facilitators. Throughout all stages of the program, the City of
Tamarac Community Development Department staff is responsible for the effective
development and inclusion of citizen comments in all phases of the CDBG Program.
All projects must be proven feasible prior to receiving HUD funds, as many require
documentation indicating financial feasibility and conformance with applicable
regulations and constraints (i.e. zoning, land use, flood plan, etc.). Projects will not
be funded if the proposed project duplicates an existing program which the public
sector administers.
Community Development/Housing to solicit project
recommendations from Department heads
Advertisement for 30-day review period and Public
Hearing on proposed FY 13/14 Annual Action Plan
Beginning of 30-day review period
End of 30-day review period
Planning Board approval of recommended activities
Commission approval and review/public hearing of
recommended activities for final approval
Send HUD RROF Form 7015.15
Wait for HUD Clearance to commit funds
Funding Agreement from HUD issued
3. Provide a summary of citizen comments or views on the plan.
No comments were received on the Annual Action Plan.
May 24, 2013
June 9, 2013
June 10, 2013
July 10, 2013
July 3, 2013
July 10, 2013
Sept. 30, 2013
October 1, 2013
4. Provide a written explanation of comments not accepted and the reasons why these
comments were not accepted.
Had any comments been received, the City would have responded and considered
accordingly. No comments were received.
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Resources 91.220(c)(1)) and (c)(2)
S. Identify the federal, state, and local resources (including program income) the jurisdiction
expects to receive to address the needs identified in the plan. Federal resources should
include Section 8 funds made available to the jurisdiction, Low -Income Housing Tax Credits,
and competitive McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act funds expected to be available to
address priority needs and specific objectives identified in the strategic plan.
As an entitlement recipient of CDBG, HOME and SHIP funds, the City intendeds to
allocate according to priority need. For the next year, the City expects the housing
market to continue its slow recovery from the drastic slump it has been in since
2005. The appropriate federal and state resources described below will be utilized
and applications will be submitted and or supported in achieving the City's listed
projects and actions outlined in this section.
FEDERAL RESOURCES
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) was first authorized by the U.S.
Congress in 1974, by the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974
(HCDA), with subsequent amendments. The primary purpose of the HCDA is the
development of viable urban communities, by providing decent housing and a
suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities, principally for
persons of low and moderate income. At least 70% of all CDBG funds must be
spent on activities which benefit low or moderate income persons. Funds are used
for housing to benefit low and moderate income persons, public facilities and
improvements, expanded public services that include employment training, child
care, fair housing counseling or recreational needs; rehabilitation of private or
publicly owned buildings; economic development activities that create or retain jobs
for low and moderate income persons.
Home Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)
In FY 2002, the City of Tamarac became a member of the Broward County HOME
Consortium along with the Entitlement Cities of Tamarac, Margate, Deerfield Beach,
Sunrise, Lauderhill, Plantation, Davie, Pembroke Pines, Miramar, and Coconut
Creek was recently added. The United States Congress passed the National
Affordable Housing Act In 1990. This Act created a variety of affordable housing
programs, including the Home Investment Partnerships Act (HOME).
The City of Tamarac receives an allocation of these funds as a member of the
Consortium. The purpose of the HOME program is to provide funds to local
jurisdictions to strengthen public -private partnerships to provide more affordable
housing through acquisition, rehabilitation, and new construction of housing, and
tenant based rental assistance. In addition, HUD rules require that at least 15% of
HOME funds be set aside for community housing development organizations to
develop affordable housing. HOME funds may be used to provide: affordable
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renter/owner occupied units; tenant based rental assistance; administrative and
planning costs; and payment of operating expenses of community housing
development organizations. Housing development costs include acquisition, new
construction, re -construction, pre -development and financing costs.
STATE RESOURCES
State Housing Initiative Partnership (S
The City of Tamarac typically receives
Florida Housing administers the State
(SHIP), which provides funds to local
partnerships that produce and preserve
housing. The program was designed to
families.
HIP) Program
an annual allocation under this program.
Housing Initiatives Partnership program
governments as an incentive to create
affordable homeownership and multifamily
serve very low, low and moderate income
When the program is funded, SHIP funds are distributed on an entitlement basis to
all 67 counties and 53 Community Development Block Grant entitlement cities in
Florida. In order to participate, local governments must establish a local housing
assistance program by ordinance; develop a local housing assistance plan and
housing incentive strategy; amend land development regulations or establish local
policies to implement the incentive strategies; form partnerships and combine
resources in order to reduce housing costs; and ensure that rent or mortgage
payments within the targeted areas do not exceed 30 percent of the area median
income limits, unless authorized by the mortgage lender.
SHIP dollars may be used to fund emergency repairs, new construction,
rehabilitation, down payment and closing cost assistance, impact fees, construction
and gap financing, mortgage buy -downs, acquisition of property for affordable
housing, matching dollars for federal housing grants and programs, and
homeownership counseling. SHIP funds may be used to assist units that meet the
standards of chapter 553; SHIP funds may also be used to assist manufactured
housing constructed after June 1994 in accordance with the installation standards
defined in the rules of the Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles.
A minimum of 65 percent of the funds must be spent on eligible homeownership
activities; a minimum of 75 percent of funds must be spent on eligible construction
activities; at least 30 percent of the funds must be reserved for very -low income
households (up to 50 percent of the area median income or AMI); an additional 30
percent may be reserved for low income households (up to 80 percent of AMI); and
the remaining funds may be reserved for moderate -income households (up to 120
percent of AMI.). It is important to note that no more than 5 percent of SHIP funds
may be used for administrative expenses. However, if a local government makes a
finding of need by resolution, a local government may use up to 10 percent for
administrative expenses. Funding for this program was established by the passage
of the 1992 William E. Sadowski Affordable Housing Act. Funds are allocated to
local governments each month on a population -based formula. These funds are
derived from the collection of documentary stamp tax revenues, which are deposited
into the Local Government Housing Trust Fund. Total actual disbursements are
dependent upon these documentary stamp collections.
No SHIP funds are expected for fiscal year 2013/2014.
6. Explain how federal funds will leverage resources from private and non-federal public
sources.
To the extent of the activities described in this Annual Action Plan, private or non-
federal leveraging is not likely. Most of the leveraging comes from private sources
under the State SHIP Program under the Down Payment Assistance Program from
lending institutions in the form of the first mortgage.
In FY 2008 and 2010, the City received grant allocations under the Neighborhood
Stabilization Program (Round 1 and Round 3). These programs also provide
homeownership opportunities utilizing private lending institutions which may be
leveraged with CDBG funds.
Annual Objectives 91.220(c)(3)
*If not using the CPMP Tool: Complete and submit Table 3A.
*If using the CPMP Tool: Complete and submit the Summary of Specific Annual Objectives
Worksheets or Summaries.xls
Goals and objectives to be carried out during the action plan period are indicated by
placing a check in the following boxes.
Objective Category
Objective Category:
Objective Category:
Decent Housing
Expanded Economic
Expanded Economic
Opportunities
Opportunities
Which includes:
Which includes:
Which includes:
assisting homeless
❑
improving the safety
job creation and retention
persons obtain
and livability of
affordable housing
neighborhoods
assisting persons at
_
eliminating blighting
establishment, stabilisation
risk of becoming
influences and the
and expansion of small
homeless
deterioration of
business (including micro -
property andfacilities
businesses
retaining the affordable
increasing the access
the provision of public
housing stock
to quality public and
services concerned with
private facilities
employment
_
increasing the
reducing the isolation
the provision of jobs to low -
availability of
of income groups
income persons living in
affordable permanent
within areas through
areas affected by those
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housing in standard
spatial
programs and activities under
condition to low-
deconcentration of
programs covered by the plan
income and moderate-
housing opportunities
income families,
for lower income
particularly to
persons and the
members of
revitalization of
disadvantaged
deteriorating
minorities without
neighborhoods
discrimination on the
basis of race, color,
religion, sex, national
origin, familial status,
or disabili
_.
increasing the supply of
_.
restoring and
availability of mortgage
supportive housing
preserving properties
financingfor low income
which includes
of special historic,
persons at reasonable rates
structural features and
architectural, or
using non-discriminatory
services to enable
aesthetic value
lending practices
persons with special
needs (including
persons with HIV/AD
IS) to live in dignity
and independence
providing affordable
conserving energy
access to capital and credit
housing that is
resources and use of
for development activities that
accessible to job
renewable energy
promote the long-term
opportunities
sources
economic social viability of
the community
Description of Activities 91.220(d) and (e)
*If not using the CPMP Tool: Complete and submit Table 3C
*If using the CPMP Tool: Complete and submit the Projects Worksheets and the Summaries
Table.
7. Provide a summary of the eligible programs or activities that will take place during the
program year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the strategic
plan.
Public Service (Full -Time Social Worker) $ 469160.00
This activity will include funding for a full-time social worker to provide information
and referral services to elderly residents, ongoing case management,
implementation of the Senior Program and the Volunteer Program, addressing calls
and managing an on -going caseload. Approximately one hundred (100)
unduplicated clients will be served by the Social Worker this fiscal year. These
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activities
are eligible under
24 CFR
section 570.201(e),
and will benefit low and
moderate
income persons as
qualified
under
570.208(a)(2),
limited clientele.
Residential Rehabilitation (Minor Home Repair) $189,100.00
This activity will provide minor home repairs to a minimum of seven (7) low to
moderate -income households who are experiencing conditions in and around the
home that pose a threat to health, safety, and welfare of the household occupants.
This project will be carried out on a citywide basis. This activity is eligible under 24
CFR Section 570.202(a) and will benefit low and moderate -income households on
an area -wide basis.
Rehabilitation Services $ 30,000.00
This program activity includes marketing, application in -take and review and
verification for eligibility, communication with general contractors, specification
review and on site problem solving inspections and other services related to the
completion of residential rehabilitation projects.
Area -Wide Low -Moderate Neighborhood Benefit $ 309000.00
(Installation of Sidewalks)
The activity will provide for installation of sidewalks in low -moderate income
neighborhoods. There are currently no existing and accessible sidewalks at these
locations and the installation will improve accessibility and allow for area -wide
benefit. This activity is eligible under 24 CFR Section 570.208 (a) (1)
Auditing Services $ 59000.00
Since the FY 2010 CDBG program is an expenditure driven program that may result
in total federal expenditures exceeding $500,000, the City is required under the U.S.
Single Audit Act and the OMB Circular A-133 to have an annual compliance audit
conducted. These activities are presumed to benefit low and moderate -income
persons and are eligible under 24 CFR 570.206(a).
Program Administration $ 68,800.00
This activity will provide general management, oversight, and coordination of the
programs. Also, this activity will provide for an annual grant audit, and provide
provision of fair housing services designed to further the fair housing objectives of
the Fair Housing Act, 42 U.C.C. 3601-20. These activities are presumed to benefit
low and moderate -income persons and are eligible under 24 CFR 570.206(a).
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FY 2013/2014 Activity Distribution
■ Program Administration
■ Public Services (Temporary Social
Worker)
■ Public Facilities - Low Mod Area
Wide Benefit ( Sidewalks)
■ Home Rehabilitation
■ Rehabilitation Services
HOME FY 2013-2014 PROPOSED PROJECTS DESCRIPTIONS
(Broward County Consortium Member)
Home Rehabilitation Minimum of 3 recipients
SHIP FY 2013-2014 PROPOSED PROJECTS DESCRIPTIONS
SHIP is not funded for FY 2013/2014
NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM (ROUND 3) DESCRIPTIONS
Foreclosure/Abandoned Property Acquisition & Rehabilitation for the purpose of
re -sale to income eligible homebuyers in areas of greatest need as identified in
the City's FY2010/2011 Substantial Action Plan Amendment.
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Describe the outcome measures for activities in accordance with Federal Register Notice dated
March 7, 2006, i.e., general objective category (decent housing, suitable living environment,
economic opportunity) and general outcome category (availability/accessibility, affordability,
sustainability).
The City plans to fund the above activities to produce outcomes that fulfill HUD's
objectives as follows:
Accessibility, Affordability, and Sustainability for the purpose of creating
suitable living environments.
Project:
Project:
Public Service
Area -wide Low Mod Benefit
Social Worker
Installation of Sidewalks
Accessibility, Affordability, and Sustainability for the purpose providing
decent affordable housing.
Project:
Home Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation Services
Home Rehabilitation
Home Rehabilitation
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PERFORMANCE
MEASUREMENTS FY 2013-2014
7 -CDBG PER
YEAR
3 — HOME PER
YEAR
CDBG,
Number of homes
4—NSP
1
Home Rehabilitation
HOME, NSP
assisted
ROUND 3
DH-3
Application intake,
review and
Rehabilitation
processing for
2
Services
CDBG, NSP
above homes
DH-3
Geographic Distribution/Allocation Priorities 91.220(d) and (fi
8. Describe the geographic areas of the jurisdiction (including areas of low income families
and/or racial/minority concentration) in which assistance will be directed during the next
year. Where appropriate, the jurisdiction should estimate the percentage of funds the
jurisdiction plans to dedicate to target areas.
The City utilizes data from the 2000 Census to create a low -moderate income map
for the City. All projects proposed take place within those designated areas. The
City will update its low -moderate income map upon the release of the 2010 Census
data. (Low -Moderate Income Map -attached hereto)
9. Describe the reasons for the allocation priorities, the rationale for allocating investments
geographically within the jurisdiction (or within the EMSA for HOPWA) during the next
year, and identify any obstacles to addressing underserved needs.
The main focus is maintaining affordable housing and public services to all low -
moderate income residents of Tamarac, including those with special needs.
The major obstacle is funding, or lack thereof. Both federal and state allocations
fluctuate and are often decreased from year to year making planning for the future
and meeting the needs of the underserved difficult.
Another obstacle may be the lack of data to justify allocating funds to what may
appear to be an unmet need. The 2000 Census is out dated, certain data sets from
the 2010 Census is not available yet, and local resources may be unavailable to
confirm an unmet need.
Annual Affordable Housing Goals 91.220(g)
*If not using the CPMP Tool: Complete and submit Table 3B Annual Housing Completion
Goals. *If using the CPMP Tool: Complete and submit the Table 3B Annual Housing
Completion Goals.
10. Describe the one-year goals for the number of homeless, non -homeless, and special -needs
households to be provided affordable housing using funds made available to the jurisdiction
and one-year goals for the number of households to be provided affordable housing through
activities that provide rental assistance, production of new units, rehabilitation of existing
units, or acquisition of existing units using funds made available to the jurisdiction. The
term affordable housing shall be defined in 24 CFR 92.252 for rental housing and 24 CFR
92.254 for homeownership.
Home Rehabilitation will be the affordable housing activity funded in the FY
2013/2014 Annual Action Plan. It is anticipated that a minimum of seven (7) dwelling
units for FY 2013/2014 will receive assistance under this program.
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The City of Tamarac intends to allocate funds to sustaining the existing housing
stock, making funds available for barrier free accessibility, and preserving homes
through strengthening and mitigation, and ensuring there is affordability in
homeownership. In conjunction with the City's HOME and NSP program funds, the
City will provide funding for Home Rehabilitation, including Disaster Mitigation, Barrie
Free Accessibility, Code Correction, and Emergency Repairs, as well as Down
Payment Assistance to low -moderate income households. The total rehabilitation
cost may be limited to a minimum of five hundred dollars ($500) to a high of thirty
thousand dollars ($30,000). The program will target low income households.
However, moderate -income households will also be eligible to participate utilizing
non-CDBG funds.
The housing units that are considered for rehabilitation will be classified in one of
three groups. The categories are:
(i) Standard Condition
(ii) Substandard Condition, or
(iii) Dilapidated Condition
Typically, most units will be classified
not have major physical damage.
painting, minor exterior wood and,
improvements.
as "standard condition" indicating that they do
Repair work will include facade treatment,
Dr masonry repairs, and energy efficiency
Units that are classified as "'Substandard" will typically require repairs in the frame,
foundation, roof or superstructure of the unit. Additionally, improvements may
include repair and/or replacement of exterior doors and windows. Lastly, a unit may
be determined to be "substandard" if it is missing some or all of the plumbing
facilities.
As part of the Home Rehabilitation activity, the City will provide inspections, bid write-
up, financial counseling for the homeowner and underwriting for each rehab job. All
work will be based on a competitive bid process from a pre -approved list of
participating contractors. All participating contractors will be State licensed
contractors with the necessary bonding (if required) and insurance. The contractors
will be paid directly from CDBG funds.
The housing rehabilitation will be in the form of a deferred loan grant to eligible low
and moderate income homeowners.
Public Housing 91.220(h)
The service provider for public and rental subsidy housing for
the City
of Tamarac is
the
Broward
County
Housing
Authority
(BCHA).
This
agency
receives
referrals
via
the
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North County Satellite office of the Broward County Bureau of Family and Children
Services. Families renting in Tamarac, and in need of public housing, can receive
assistance from the County's North Satellite office. To date, there is no public housing
sites located in the city's jurisdiction. However, there is one HUD housing project that
was built in 1974 in the adjacent City of Coral Springs; a majority of the units are for the
elderly.
H. Describe the manner in which the plan of the jurisdiction will help address the needs of
public housing and activities it will undertake during the next year to encourage public
housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in
homeownership.
Residents wishing to participate in homeownership activities are required to attend
an 8-hour Housing Counseling course. Additionally, residents seeking guidance
which are not yet ready for homeownership are recommended to visit a local
housing counseling agency for both group sessions as well as one-on-one sessions
to determine their weaknesses and become educated on the ways to best become
"buyer ready".
12. If the public housing agency is designated as "troubled" by HUD or otherwise is performing
poorly, the jurisdiction shall describe the manner in which it will provide financial or other
assistance in improving its operations to remove such designation during the next year.
The Broward County Housing Authority (BCHA) is not a "troubled" agency. They
received grant funds for numerous sources due to their quality programming and
staff. As a HUD Certified Housing Counseling Agency, they assist residents from all
over the South Florida area as well as participate regularly in outreach and
educational workshops.
Homeless and Special Needs 91.220(i)
The City of Tamarac does not currently fund any homeless or homeless prevention
strategies. Any homeless identified within the City are assisted through the Homeless
Initiative Program (HIP). The City of Tamarac's Social Service Division is also available
to assist residents with resources within the County.
A Point in Time survey was conducted in January 2013. Although dispersed throughout
the entire county, the vast majority of homeless persons were concentrated within the
older communities of Pompano Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Hollywood, where the
majority of services to the homeless are provided and shelters are located.
As a partner of the Broward Homeless Initiative Partnership (HIP), Tamarac participates
in regular meetings and workshops to assist in addressing the needs of the County's
homeless population.
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The Broward County 2013 Point -in -Time Count, conducted in a 24-hour time period on
January 24-25, identified that 2,810 individuals and families were homeless according to
the federal definition of homelessness: they were living in places not meant for human
habitation, emergency shelters or transitional housing programs. The count is required
by U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and Florida's Office on
Homelessness.
An additional 783 were counted as "at -risk" of homelessness, which is generally defined
as an individual or family seeking permanent housing but who stayed the previous night
at an institution; a hotel paid by self; a jail, prison or detention center; a family or friend's
house; or were facing imminent eviction; or in foster care.
The total number of sheltered and unsheltered persons experiencing homelessness in
Broward County decreased by 12 percent, from 3,183 to 2,810; and the number of
unsheltered persons decreased by 35 percent from 1,268 to 829, based on HUD's
biennial point -in -time count and survey as compared to the same count done in January
2011-12.
The Broward Regional Health Planning Council (BRHPC), Hands on Broward, 2-1-1
Broward and the Homeless Initiative Partnership Advisory (Partnership) Board headed
up the 2013 Point -in -Time Count effort in collaboration with approximately 190
volunteers, consisting of County staff, homeless services agencies, law enforcement
agencies, individuals, advocates, faith -based, foster care providers, youth and
community -based organizations. Trained volunteers fanned out across the County to
homeless encampments, labor pools, meal programs and homeless shelters. The
results were tabulated by Dr. Patrick Hardigan of Nova Southeastern University.
The Partnership Board identified the following as contributing factors for the reduction in
this year's count:
• successful programmatic efficiencies implemented during the past two years; and
• lack of participation by non -continuum affiliated agencies/programs.
Broward County HIP provided the following data for the January 2013 Point In Time
count for Broward County.
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Point In Time Summary for FL-601 - Ft
Lauderdale/Broward County CoC
Date of PIT Count: 1/25/2013
Population: Sheltered and Unsheltered Count
Persons in Households with at least one Adult and one Child
Average Household Size
Persons in Households with only Children (Under Age 18)
Average Household Size
Persons in Households without Children
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Total Households and Persons
Chronically Homeless Subpopulations
Other Homeless Subpopulations
Average Household Size
Average Household Size
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13. Describe, briefly, the jurisdiction's plan for the investment and use of available resources
and describe the specific planned action steps it will take over the next year aimed at
eliminating chronic homelessness.
As part of the Broward County Homeless Consortium, the City takes part in on -going
communication with HIP and local homeless advocates to consider funding options
those cities may incorporate into the Annual Action Plans. Additionally, the County
has hired a consultant to prepare an updated report on the status of the County's
homeless population with action steps to consider.
14. Describe specific action steps to address the needs of persons that are not homeless
identified in accordance with 91.21 S(e).
15. Homelessness Prevention —Describe planned action steps over the next year to address the
individual and families with children at imminent risk of becoming homeless.
Barriers to Affordable Housing 91.220(j)
16. Describe the actions that will take place during the next year to remove barriers to
affordable housing.
The City continues to support affordable housing efforts by focusing on the grants
available through the CDBG, SHIP, HOME and NSP programs. By partnering with
Broward County Home Consortium and Florida Housing Finance Authority, the City
is able to refer residents for home ownership counseling and lender's programs as a
way to negate predatory lending. The City also has lender requirements which must
be met in order to fund individual requests for assistance to ensure fair housing
practices.
The City of Tamarac is a participating member of the Broward Housing and
Community Development Task Force which allows for participating agencies to
share commons barriers to affordable housing and important resources to
overcoming them. The Task Force addresses foreclosure prevention, fair housing,
incentives, and any other topics related to housing and community development.
Additionally, the City currently has several incentive strategies for builders and
developers working with affordable housing programs that target very low, low and
moderate households.
Incentive Strategies:
• Permits, as defined in s. 163.3164(7) and (8), for affordable housing
projects are expedited to a greater degree than other projects.
• The City expedites the processing of affordable housing permits through a
pre -application conference.
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• Affordable housing projects are identified by sales price consistent with
the SHIP program's housing value limits.
• The building and Community Development Departments have employees
that serve as liaisons with developers of affordable housing to assist in the
permit process.
• Affordable housing projects are stamped "EXPEDITED."
Other Actions 91.220(k)
17. Describe the actions that will take place during the next year to address obstacles to meeting
underserved needs, foster and maintain affordable housing, evaluate and reduce the number
of housing units containing lead -based paint hazards, reduce the number of poverty -level
families develop institutional structure, enhance coordination between public and private
agencies (see 91.21 S(a), (b), (i), Y), (k), and q)).
The City has been working with Broward County to create an Affordable Housing
Policy. This policy will lay out the City's plans to foster and maintain affordable
housing, ensure future housing needs are met and development is in coordination
with the City's Comprehensive and Consolidated Plans. In addition to the long-term
goals of the policy, the Housing Division will continue to provide lead -based paint
assessments and abatement on properties identified and containing hazards.
Recently the City was invited to be a member of an "Affordable Housing Website
Users Group" committee initiated by Broward County Housing Finance to create a
website incorporating all local, regional, state and federal resources. The website is
intended to give residents a starting point to identify resources including but not
limited to: grant programs, housing counseling agencies, foreclosure prevention
programs, tenant based rental programs and projects, and education and outreach
events. The website is a work in progress and the City intends to continue as a
member to offer feedback and ideas to improve the availability of resources to the
residents of Tamarac as well as the local community.
18. Describe the actions to coordinate its housing strategy with local and regional
transportation planning strategies to ensure to the extent practicable that residents of
affordable housing have access to public transportation.
Throughout the year, City staff participate in several community events, outreach
efforts, educational workshops, public service announcements, and invitational guest
speaking opportunities at various communities, boards, organizations, non -profits,
and for -profits to assess the needs of the community and share information with the
residents of Tamarac as to the availability of funds
Several
members of
City
staff are members of general local government planning
boards,
committees
and
sub
-committees
at which
county -wide
coordination
is
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reached on issues pertaining to planning, transportation, housing, community
development and neighborhood revitalization.
PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS
CDBG 91.220(l)(1)
1. Identify program income expected to be received during the program year, including:
• amount expected to be generated by and deposited to revolving loan funds;
• total amount expected to be received from each new float -funded activity included in this
plan; and
• amount expected to be received during the current program year from a float -funded
activity described in a prior statement or plan.
Program Income is only generated when a previous recipient of CDBG funds breaks
the terms of their deferred loan and repayment is due to the City. The City's Home
Rehabilitation activity is the only activity in which funds are issued as a deferred
loan.
Recapture Terms/Affordability Period for the Housing activities are as such:
Deferred loan secured by a lien against the property for a period of ten (10) years
with zero (0) percent interest with a principal reduction of twenty (20) percent
beginning in year six. At the end of the tenth year, the loan is forgiven. The pro-
rated repayment is due upon the sale or transfer of the property or if cash equity
is taken out within the ten (10) year loan term.
The City's loan documents provide that the obligation for repayment shall
continue for the entire recapture terms even in the event of the death of the
homeowner. The obligation to repay funds during the recapture period in the
event of the sale of the property, or due to failure to comply with the obligations
as stated in the loan document shall transfer to any heir or beneficiary of the
deceased property owner.
The sale, transfer of ownership of the Property, refinancing of the Property with a
cash payment to the Owner -Occupant, or the Owner -Occupant's vacation of the
property as a primary residence during the ten (10) year term of the Agreement
shall constitute a default. The prorated amount of the principal balance of the
Deferred Payment Loan that is remaining to be paid at the time of the default
shall be payable, in full, to the City of Tamarac.
2. Program income received in the preceding program year that has not been included in a
statement or plan.
No CDBG Program Income has been received over the past year.
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3. Proceeds from Section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the
priority needs and specific objectives identified in its strategic plan.
4. Surplus funds from any urban renewal settlement for community development and housing
activities.
S. Any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been
included in a prior statement or plan.
6. Income ftomfloat-funded activities.
7. Urgent need activities, only if the jurisdiction certifies.
8. Estimated amount of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit persons of low -
and moderate income.
All CDBG funds will benefit low -moderate income persons, households or areas.
It is proposed that $158,500.00 will be allocated
moderate income households, and $43,500 will
activities for low -moderate income persons.
HOME 91.220(!)(Z)
to Home Rehabilitation for low -
be allocated to Public Service
In FY 2002, the City of Tamarac became a member of the Broward County HOME
Consortium along with the Entitlement Cities of Tamarac, Margate, Deerfield Beach,
Sunrise, Lauderhill, Plantation, Davie, Pembroke Pines, Miramar and Coconut Creek
which recently joined the Consortium. The United States Congress passed the
National Affordable Housing Act In 1990. This Act created a variety of affordable
housing programs, including the Home Investment Partnerships Act (HOME).
With the additional HOME funds, the City can increase the resources available for
home rehabilitation. An additional three to four homeowners can be assisted
because of fiscal year 2013/2014 HOME funds.
Participation in the Broward County HOME Consortium also provides advantages
beyond additional funding. The consortium allows the cities to collaborate on best
practices, share knowledge, leverage resources, and exchange technology on the
provision of affordable housing. The ultimate and cumulative advantage of
participating in the consortium is the enhanced capacity of the consortium members
to provide their residents with affordable housing. The added values of quality
housing in these cities include the ability to attract new businesses and working
families and a reduction in code compliance issues that can translate into reduced
crime and vandalism.
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City Staff is
able
to provide
the residents with direct access and assistance in the
applying for,
and
processing
of
HOME
funds.
In May 2009, the City of Tamarac renewed their commitment to the Broward County
HOME Consortium by entering into a new three years Interlocal Agreement.
1. Describe other forms of investment. (See Section 92.205)
If grantee (PJ) plans to use HOME funds for homebuyers, did they state the guidelines of
resale or recapture, as required in 92.254.
HOME funds are typically allocated to Home Rehabilitation; however, with the
receipt of NSP3 funds, the City may re -allocate a portion of its HOME funds to
homebuyers in the form of Down Payment Assistance. Should this occur, the City
will incorporate resale or recapture guidelines similar to those outline in the City's
Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP).
2. If grantee (PJ) plans to use HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily
housing that is being rehabilitated with HOME funds, state its refinancing guidelines
required under 24 CFR 92.206(b).
3. Resale Provisions -- For homeownership activities, describe its resale or recapture
guidelines that ensure the affordability of units acquired with HOME funds? See 24 CFR
92.254(a) (4).
Should HOME funds be allocated to homeownership activities, the recapture
guidelines will be as follows:
Terms of the award; Recapture and Default.
Include pay back terms in the event of default (failure to make required payments
on a loan secured by a first mortgage which leads to foreclosure and/or loss of
property ownership).
Deferred loan secured by a lien against the property for a period of ten (10) years
with zero (0) percent interest with a principal reduction of twenty (20) percent
beginning in year six. At the end of the tenth year, the loan is forgiven. The pro-
rated repayment is due upon the sale or transfer of the property or if cash equity
is taken out within the ten (10) year loan term
The City's loan documents provide that the obligation for repayment shall
continue for the entire recapture terms even in the event of the death of the
homeowner. The obligation to repay funds during the recapture period in the
event of the sale of the property, or due to failure to comply with the obligations
as stated in the loan document shall transfer to any heir or beneficiary of the
deceased property owner.
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The sale, transfer of ownership of the Property, refinancing of the Property with a
cash payment to the Owner -Occupant, or the Owner -Occupant's vacation of the
property as a primary residence during the ten (10) year term of the Agreement
shall constitute a default. The prorated amount of the principal balance of the
Deferred Payment Loan that is remaining to be paid at the time of the default
shall be payable, in full, to the City of Tamarac HOME program.
4. HOME Tenant -Based Rental Assistance -- Describe the local market conditions that led to
the use of HOME funds for tenant based rental assistance program.
If the tenant based rental assistance program is targeted to or provides a preference for a
special needs group, that group must be identified in the Consolidated Plan as having an
unmet need and show the preference is needed to narrow the gap in benefits and services
received by this population.
s. If a participating jurisdiction intends to use forms of investment other than those described in
24 CFR 92.205(b), describe these forms of investment.
6. Describe the policy and procedures it will follow to affirmatively market housing containing
five or more HOME -assisted units.
7 Describe actions taken to establish and oversee a minority outreach program within its
jurisdiction to ensure inclusion, to the maximum extent possible, of minority and women, and
entities owned by minorities and women, including without limitation, real estate firms,
construction firms, appraisal firms, management firms, financial institutions, investment
banking firms, underwriters, accountants, and providers of legal services, in all contracts,
entered into by the participating jurisdiction with such persons or entities, public and
private, in order to facilitate the activities of the participating jurisdiction to provide
affordable housing under the HOME program or any other Federal housing law applicable
to such jurisdiction.
8. If a jurisdiction intends to use HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily
housing that is rehabilitated with HOME funds, state its financing guidelines required under
24 CFR 92.206(b).
HOPWA 91.220(l)(3)
The City of Tamarac is not a recipient of HOPWA funds.
1. One year goals for the number of households to be provided housing through the use of
HOPWA activities for: short-term rent, mortgage, and utility assistance to prevent
homelessness of the individual or family, tenant -based rental assistance, units provided in
housing facilities that are being developed, leased, or operated.
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(JTW NARRATIVES AND ATTACHMENTS
Include any action plan information that was not covered by a narrative in any other section. If
optional tables are not used, provide comparable information that is required by consolidated
plan regulations.
Section 3
The City has drafted a new Section 3 Plan which is included in all solicitations utilizing
federal funds incorporated Section 3 language.
Under the Home Rehabilitation Program, the City partnered with a local Section 3
agency, Step -Up, for its millwork. As a Section 3 agency, Step -Up was incorporated
into the program and all participating general contractors agreed to allow the Step -Up
Program to bid on millwork opposed to utilizing their own millwork sub -contractors. In
2014, with the next General Contractors solicitation, Section 3 determination will be
made a part of the award process. General Contractors will be asked to complete the
Section 3 Business and/or Resident certifications.
Additionally, the City has hired consultants under the Neighborhood Stabilization
Program — Round 3 within the "vicinity hiring" guidelines. A realtor located in the City of
Tamarac was selected to assist with acquisition, property management and disposition
of NSP3 properties. A local lawn maintenance company was also selected to maintain
the lawns at NSP3 properties while owned by the City.
City staff has
attended
local Section 3
training and will continue to improve the
incorporation of
Section 3
into grant funded
projects.
Davis Bacon
In addition to creating the above Section 3 Plan, the City recently completed its Davis
Bacon Plan. All solicitations incorporate Davis Bacon requirements when federally
funded. CDBG funds have been allocated to the installation of sidewalks over the past
3-4 years. Davis Bacon activities took place ensuring compliance on these jobs. Staff
is invited to the award conference notifying the awarded contractor of its Davis Bacon
obligations and conducts on -site interviews with labor personnel confirming labor
standards are being met.
Fair Housing
Fair Housing in the City of Tamarac is promoted during community events, workshops,
and as part of the one-on-one housing counseling at the staff level through Broward
County Housing Authority and other local counseling agencies.
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The Fair Housing Action Plan consists of updating the City's Analysis of Impediments,
conducting Fair Housing educational outreach sessions, distributing Fair Housing and
Predatory Lending educational materials, conducting in partnership with other
jurisdictions a National Fair Housing Month event, and publishing several Public Service
Announcements.
The
City has
an
updated Analysis of Impediments on record and has been reviewed
and
approved
by
HUD's
Fair
Housing
and
Equal
Opportunity office.
Additionally, the H.4.P.E. Inc. Discrimination Hotline phone number has been added the
City's website and it published in the City's Tam -A -Gram newsletter once per year.
The City maintains an annual Scope of Work Agreement with H.O.P.E. Inc. for all its
Fair Housing initiatives and needs. A new Analysis of Impediments will take place once
the new regulations are set forth.
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OMB Number: 4040-0004
Expiration Date: 01/31/2009
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424
version 02
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® New
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❑ Continuation
*Other (Specify)
❑ Changed/Corrected Application
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3. Date Received: 4. Applicant Identifier:
6/12/13
5a. Federal Entity Identifier:
*5b. Federal Award Identifier:
State Use Only:
6. Date Received by State:
7. State Application Identifier:
8. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
*a. Legal Name: City of Tamarac, FL
*b. Employer/Taxpayer Identification Number (EIN/TIN):
*c. Organizational DUNS:
59-1039552
077270940
d. Address:
*Street 1: 7525 NW 88 Avenue
Street 2:
*City: Tamarac
County: Broward
*State: FL
Province:
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*Zip / Postal Code 33321
e. Organizational Unit:
Department Name:
Division Name:
City Manager's Office
Community Development Dept
f. Name and contact information of person to be contacted on matters involving this application:
Prefix: Mr. *First Name: Michael
Middle Name: C.
*Last Name: Cernech
Suffix:
Title: City Manager
Organizational Affiliation:
City of Tamarac
*Telephone Number: 954-597-3510
Fax Number: 954-597-3520
*Email: michael.cernech@tamarac.org
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*9. Type of Applicant 1: Select Applicant Type:
C. City or Township Government
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*Other (Specify)
*10 Name of Federal Agency:
US Department of HUD
11. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number:
14-218
CFDA Title:
Community Development Block Grant
*12 Funding Opportunity Number:
*Title:
CDBG FY 13/14
13. Competition Identification Number:
Title:
14. Areas Affected by Project (Cities, Counties, States, etc.):
City of Tamarac
*15. Descriptive Title of Applicant's Project:
Home Rehabilitation
Public Services
Public Facilities Improvements
Program Administration
OMB Number: 4040-0004
Expiration Date: 01/31/2009
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 version 02
16. Congressional Districts Of:
*a. Applicant: 19, 20, 23 *b. Program/Project: 19, 20, 23
17. Proposed Project:
*a. Start Date: 10/01 /2013 *b. End Date: 09/30/2014
18. Estimated Funding ($�:
*a. Federal 369,060.00
*b. Applicant
*c. State
*d. Local
*e. Other
*f. Program Income
*g. TOTAL 369, 060.00
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Middle Name: C.
*Last Name: Cernech
Suffix:
*Title: City Manager
*Telephone Number: 954-597-3510
Fax Number: 954-597-3520
* Email: michael.cernech@tamarac.org
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assignedby the ;State, if applicable.
congressional districts in Maryriand..
If nationwide,.e. air., districts within ,all states are affected.
enter -aA_
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State Application Identifier: Leave this field 'blank. 7hA 5dentfier W1
be assigned by the State, if applicable.
B.
Applicant Inform, atidon: titer the following "n accordance wdh agency
L-nstructions:
a. Legal Warne: (Required): Enter the regal name of app: cant that will
17.
Proposed Project Start and' End Dates: (Required) t Enter the
undertake the asskstance a ►ity. This is the name that they organization
proposed start date and end date of the _ -ect.
has registered with the Central Contractor Registry. Information on
renistering With CCR may be obtained -by visiting the Grants- o ov wMebsite-
b- Emptay dTaxpayer Number (EIM Tlhl): (Required): Enter the
Emp oyrer or Taxpayer Aentiftoatbri Dumber fEIN or, TIN) as assigned by
18.
Estimated Funding: (Required) Enter the amount requested
the ln#ema Revenue Service. If' your organization is not n the US, easier
or to be cntributed during the first fundinglbudget period by
44-4444444.
each contributor Value of in -kind contributions should be
c. Organizatfonal DUNS: (Required) Enter the organizaton's DUNS or
DUNS number received from Dun and Bradstreet. Information on
included on appropriate pones, as applicable_ �J the action, will
result in ai dollar change to an .existing award, :.ndi to only the
obtain --mg a DUNS number may be obtained by yr-sifng the Grants_gow
website.
amount of the change. For decreases, end'.ose the amounts in
parentheses.
d. Address: Enter the, complete address as fbllo : Street address J;In:e
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unit rand department or division, if li���"ethat will umc�erl;ae the
assistance azamt ., Ef applicable.
State intergovernmenta review process_ Se4ect, the
f. Name and contact informatron of person tol'be contacted' on,
apprcpriate box. If `a.' Fs selected, enter the date the
matters involiving this application. Enter the name (Forst and last name
app "cation was submitted to the State
required), organizationaJI affiliation (if affiliated with an o anization other
than the ap Ecant organization*), telephone number (Required), fax
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Is the Applicant Delinquent on any Federal Delxt?
number, and email` address (Require) of the person to contact on
(Required) Select the appropriate box_ This, question applies to
matters related to this application.
the applicanl: organizalion;, not the person who suns as the
authorized representative. Caiegc6es of debt include
delfhquent audit: disaLEowances, loans, and taxes..
rl yes, include an explanation la.nation on the contirtuation sheet.
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Type of is ant:: (Required)!
21.
Authadzed R epresentative: f Requ d) To be signed and
Select up to theme applicant apes, in acoordance with, agencydated
by the authorized representative of theapplicant
nstructions.
organ -,cation. Enter the name (First and last frame nequkedl)
A. Mate Government
M. Nonprofit Wth 501 C3 IRS
tifle (Required), telephone number (Required). fax number,
8. County Government
Status ,[Other than Institubcoi
and email address (Required) oF the, person auf ari end to sign
C_ City or Township Government
of' Hi her Educaticn)
for the a�pplica t-
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E. Regional Ong-antation
Status ether than Institution
this application as the official representative must be on fie in
F_ U-S. errAory or Possession
of Higher Education)
the applicant 's off,_oe_ (Certain Federag agencies may rye ire
. Independent School District
0. Privale In:-stit�ulion of H}�her
that this auth.orizalion be submitted as part of the app cation.
H_ P"Statie Controlled
Educations
Fnslilution of Higher Education
P. Individual
I_ IndianINarlive American Triba'
0. For-Proff Organization,
Government (F.edera
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R. SmaIll siness
J_ LndianlNalive American TribaL,
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L. F1ubZ #Ind2an Housing
H°awai�an Serving Institutions
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Entity
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electronically, however a signature must be manually applied and the
document must be submitted in paper form to the Field Office,
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NON -STATE GOVERNMENT CERTIFICATIONS
In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the
consolidated plan regulations, the jurisdiction certifies that:
Affirmatively Further Fair Housing -- The jurisdiction will affirmatively further fair housing, which
means it will conduct an analysis of impediments to fair housing choice within the jurisdiction, take
appropriate actions to overcome the effects of any impediments identified through that analysis, and
maintain records reflecting that analysis and actions in this regard.
Anti -displacement and Relocation Plan -- It will comply with the acquisition and relocation
requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as
amended, and implementing regulations at 49 CFR 24; and it has in effect and is following a residential
antidisplacement and relocation assistance plan required under section 104(d) of the Housing and
Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, in connection with any activity assisted with funding
under the CDBG or HOME programs.
Drug Free Workplace -- It will or will continue to provide a drug -free workplace by:
1. Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing,
possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the grantee's workplace and specifying
the actions that will be taken against employees for violation of such prohibition;
2. Establishing an ongoing drug -free awareness program to inform employees about -
a. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
b. The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug -free workplace;
c. Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs; and
d. The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations occurring in the
workplace;
3. Making it a requirement that each employee to be engaged in the performance of the grant be given
a copy of the statement required by paragraph 1;
4. Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph 1 that, as a condition of employment
under the grant, the employee will -
a. Abide by the terms of the statement; and
b. Notify the employer in writing of his or her conviction for a violation of a criminal drug statute
occurring in the workplace no later than five calendar days after such conviction;
5. Notifying the agency in writing, within ten calendar days after receiving notice under subparagraph
4(b) from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of such conviction. Employers of
convicted employees must provide notice, including position title, to every grant officer or other
designee on whose grant activity the convicted employee was working, unless the Federal agency has
designated a central point for the receipt of such notices. Notice shall include the identification
number(s) of each affected grant;
6. Taking one of the following actions, within 30 calendar days of receiving notice under subparagraph
4(b), with respect to any employee who is so convicted -
a. Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and including termination,
consistent with the requirements of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or
b. Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation
program approved for such purposes by a Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement, or
other appropriate agency;
7. Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug -free workplace through implementation of
paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6.
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Anti -Lobbying
-- To the best of the jurisdiction's
knowledge
and
belief:
8. No Federal
appropriated funds have been paid
or will be
paid,
by or on behalf of it, to any
person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member
of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress
in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making
of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension,
continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or
cooperative agreement;
9. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any
person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of
Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection
with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, it will complete and submit
Standard Form-LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with
its instructions; and
10. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti -lobbying certification be
included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants,
and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all
subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.
Authority of Jurisdiction -- The consolidated plan is authorized under State and local law (as applicable)
and the jurisdiction possesses the legal authority to carry out the programs for which it is seeking funding,
in accordance with applicable HUD regulations.
Consistency with plan -- The housing activities to be undertaken with CDBG, HOME, ESG, and HOPWA
funds are consistent with the strategic plan.
Section 3 -- It will comply with section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, and
implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 135.
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Name
Mayor
Title
7525 NW 88 Avenue
Address
Tamarac, FL 33321
City/State/Zip
954-597-3460
Telephone Number
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The Entitlement Community certifies that:
Citizen
Participation -- It is in
full
compliance and following a detailed citizen participation plan that
satisfies
the requirements of 24
CFR
91.105.
Community Development Plan -- Its consolidated housing and community development plan identifies
community development and housing needs and specifies both short-term and long-term community
development objectives that provide decent housing, expand economic opportunities primarily for persons
of low and moderate income. (See CFR 24 570.2 and CFR 24 part 570)
Following a Plan -- It is following a current consolidated plan (or Comprehensive Housing Affordability
Strategy) that has been approved by HUD.
Use of Funds -- It has complied with the following criteria:
11. Maximum Feasible Priority - With respect to activities expected to be assisted with CDBG funds, it
certifies that it has developed its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to activities
which benefit low and moderate income families or aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or
blight. The Action Plan may also include activities which the grantee certifies are designed to meet
other community development needs having a particular urgency because existing conditions pose a
serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community, and other financial resources
are not available);
12. Overall Benefit - The aggregate use of CDBG funds including section 108 guaranteed loans during
program year(s) 2013, 2014, 2_, (a period specified by the grantee consisting of one, two, or three
specific consecutive program years), shall principally benefit persons of low and moderate income in a
manner that ensures that at least 70 percent of the amount is expended for activities that benefit
such persons during the designated period;
13. Special Assessments - It will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted
with CDBG funds including Section 108 loan guaranteed funds by assessing any amount against
properties owned and occupied by persons of low and moderate income, including any fee charged or
assessment made as a condition of obtaining access to such public improvements.
However, if CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of a fee or assessment that relates to the
capital costs of public improvements (assisted in part with CDBG funds) financed from other revenue
sources, an assessment or charge may be made against the property with respect to the public
improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds.
The jurisdiction will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted with
CDBG funds, including Section 108, unless CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of fee or
assessment attributable to the capital costs of public improvements financed from other revenue
sources. In this case, an assessment or charge may be made against the property with respect to the
public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds. Also, in the case of properties
owned and occupied by moderate -income (not low-income) families, an assessment or charge may be
made against the property for public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds if the
jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG funds to cover the assessment.
Excessive Force -- It has adopted and is enforcing:
14. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its jurisdiction
against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations; and
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15. A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring entrance to or exit from
a facility or location which is the subject of such non-violent civil rights demonstrations within its
jurisdiction;
Compliance With Anti -discrimination laws -
conformity with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of
3601-3619), and implementing regulations.
- The grant will be conducted and administered in
1964 (42 USC 2000d), the Fair Housing Act (42 USC
Lead -Based Paint
-- Its
activities
concerning lead -based paint will comply with the requirements of
part 35, subparts A,
B, J,
K and R,
of title 24;
Compliance with Laws -- It will comply with applicable laws.
Signature/Authoyi"zed �fjcial
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Name
Mayor
Title
7525 NW 88 Avenue
Address
Tamarac, FL 33321
City/State/Zip
954-597-3460
Telephone Number
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OPTIONAL CERTIFICATION
CDBG
Submit the following certification only when one or more of the activities in the
action plan are designed to meet other community development needs having a
particular urgency as specified in 24 CFR 570.208(c):
The grantee hereby certifies that the Annual Plan includes one or more specifically identified
CDBG-assisted activities, which are designed to meet other community development needs
having a particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to
the health or welfare of the community and other financial resources are not available to meet
such needs.
Signature/Authorized Official
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Title
Address
City/State/Zip
Telephone Number
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The HOME participating jurisdiction certifies that:
Tenant Based Rental Assistance -- If the participating jurisdiction intends to provide tenant -based
rental assistance:
The use of HOME funds for tenant -based rental assistance is an essential element of the
participating jurisdiction's consolidated plan for expanding the supply, affordability, and
availability of decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing.
Eligible Activities and Costs -- it is using and will use HOME funds for eligible activities and costs, as
described in 24 CFR § 92.205 through 92.209 and that it is not using and will not use HOME funds for
prohibited activities, as described in § 92.214.
Appropriate Financial Assistance -- before committing any funds to a project, it will evaluate the
project in accordance with the guidelines that it adopts for this purpose and will not invest any more
HOME funds in combination with other Federal assistance than is necessary to provide affordable housing;
Signature/Autl�,p�-izAd,4ff i
Beth Talabi
Name
Mayor
Title
7525 NW 88 Avenue
Address
Tamarac, FL 33321
City/State/Zip
954-597-3460
Telephone Number
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HOPWA Certifications
The HOPWA grantee certifies that:
Activities -- Activities funded under the program will meet urgent needs that are not being met by
available public and private sources.
Building -- Any building or structure assisted under that program shall be operated for the purpose
specified in the plan:
1. For at least 10 years in the case of assistance involving new construction, substantial rehabilitation, or
acquisition of a facility,
2. For at least 3 years in the case of assistance involving non -substantial rehabilitation or repair of a
building or structure.
Signature/Authorized Official
N/A
Name
Title
Address
City/State/Zip
Telephone Number
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local government will ensure the provision of the matching supplemental funds
required by the regulation at 24 CFR 576.51. I have attached to this certification a
description of the sources and amounts of such supplemental funds.
I further certify that the local government will comply with:
1. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.53 concerning the continued use of buildings for
which Emergency Shelter Grants are used for rehabilitation or conversion of
buildings for use as emergency shelters for the homeless; or when funds are used
solely for operating costs or essential services.
2. The building standards requirement of 24 CFR 576.55.
3. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.56, concerning assurances on services and other
assistance to the homeless.
4. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.57, other appropriate provisions of 24 CFR Part
576, and other applicable federal laws concerning nondiscrimination and equal
opportunity.
5. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.59(b) concerning the Uniform Relocation
Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970.
6. The requirement of 24 CFR 576.59 concerning minimizing the displacement of
persons as a result of a project assisted with these funds.
7. The requirements of 24 CFR Part 24 concerning the Drug Free Workplace Act of
1988.
8. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.56(a) and 576.65(b) that grantees develop and
implement procedures to ensure the confidentiality of records pertaining to any
individual provided family violence prevention or treatment services under any
project assisted with ESG funds and that the address or location of any family
violence shelter project will not be made public, except with written authorization
of the person or persons responsible for the operation of such shelter.
9. The requirement that recipients involve themselves, to the maximum extent
practicable and where appropriate, homeless individuals and families in
policymaking, renovating, maintaining, and operating facilities assisted under the
ESG program, and in providing services for occupants of these facilities as provided
by 24 CFR 76.56.
10. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.57(e) dealin4 with the provisions of, and
regulations and procedures applicable with respect to the environmental review
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responsibilities under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 and related
authorities as specified in 24 CFR Part 58.
11. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.21(a)(4) providing that the funding of homeless
prevention activities for families that have received eviction notices or notices of
termination of utility services will meet the requirements that: (A) the inability of
the family to make the required payments must be the result of a sudden
reduction in income; (B) the assistance must be necessary to avoid eviction of the
family or termination of the services to the family; (C) there must be a reasonable
prospect that the family will be able to resume payments within a reasonable
period of time; and (D) the assistance must not supplant funding for preexisting
homeless prevention activities from any other source.
12. The new requirement of the McKinney-Vento Act (42 USC 11362) to develop and
implement, to the maximum extent practicable and where appropriate, policies
and protocols for the discharge of persons from publicly funded institutions or
systems of care (such as health care facilities, foster care or other youth
facilities, or correction programs and institutions) in order to prevent such
discharge from immediately resulting in homelessness for such persons. I further
understand that state and local governments are primarily responsible for the
care of these individuals, and that ESG funds are not to be used to assist such
persons in place of state and local resources.
13. HUD's standards for participation in a local Homeless Management Information
System (HMIs) and the collection and reporting of client -level information.
I further certify that the submission of a completed and approved Consolidated Plan
with its certifications, which act as the application for an Emergency Shelter Grant, is
authorized under state and/or local law, and that the local government possesses legal
authority to carry out grant activities in accordance with the applicable laws and
regulations of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Signature/Authorized Official
N/A
Name
Title
Address
City/State/Zip
Telephone Number
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Instructions Concerning Lobbying and Drug -Free Workplace Requirements
Lobbying Certification
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction
was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into
this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required
certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for
each such failure.
Drug -Free Workplace Certification
1. By signing and/or submitting this application or grant agreement, the grantee is providing the
certification.
2. The certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance is placed when the agency
awards the grant. If it is later determined that the grantee knowingly rendered a false certification,
or otherwise violates the requirements of the Drug -Free Workplace Act, HUD, in addition to any other
remedies available to the Federal Government, may take action authorized under the Drug -Free
Workplace Act.
3. Workplaces under grants, for grantees other than individuals, need not be identified on the
certification. If known, they may be identified in the grant application. If the grantee does not identify
the workplaces at the time of application, or upon award, if there is no application, the grantee must
keep the identity of the workplace(s) on file in its office and make the information available for
Federal inspection. Failure to identify all known workplaces constitutes a violation of the grantee's
drug -free workplace requirements.
4. Workplace identifications must include the actual address of buildings (or parts of buildings) or other
sites where work under the grant takes place. Categorical descriptions may be used (e.g., all vehicles
of a mass transit authority or State highway department while in operation, State employees in each
local unemployment office, performers in concert halls or radio stations).
5. If the workplace identified to the agency changes during the performance of the grant, the grantee
shall inform the agency of the change(s), if it previously identified the workplaces in question (see
paragraph three).
6. The grantee may insert in the space provided below the site(s) for the performance of work done in
connection with the specific grant: Place of Performance (Street address, city, county, state, zip code)
Check if there are workplaces on file that are not identified here. The certification with regard to the
drug -free workplace is required by 24 CFR part 21.
Place Name
Street
city
State
Zip
Tamarac City Hall
7525 NW 88 AVE
Tamarac
'County
Broward
FL
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7. Definitions of terms in the Nonprocurement Suspension and Debarment common rule and Drug -Free
Workplace common rule apply to this certification: Grantees' attention is called, in particular, to the
following definitions from these rules: "Controlled substance" means a controlled substance in
Schedules I through V of the Controlled
Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812) and as further defined by regulation (21 CFR 1308.11 through
1308.15); "Conviction" means a finding of guilt (including a plea of nolo contendere) or imposition of
sentence, or both, by any judicial body charged with the responsibility to determine violations of the
Federal or State criminal drug statutes; "Criminal drug statute" means a Federal or non -Federal
criminal statute involving the manufacture, distribution, dispensing, use, or possession of any
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controlled substance; "Employee" means the employee of a grantee directly engaged in the
performance of work under a grant, including:
a. All "direct charge" employees;
b. all "indirect charge" employees unless their impact or involvement is insignificant to the
performance of the grant; and
c. temporary personnel and consultants who are directly engaged in the performance of work under
the grant and who are on the grantee's payroll. This definition does not include workers not on
the payroll of the grantee (e.g., volunteers, even if used to meet a matching requirement;
consultants or independent contractors not on the grantee's payroll; or employees of
subrecipients or subcontractors in covered workplaces).
Note that by signing these certifications, certain documents must completed, in use, and on file for
verification. These documents include:
1. Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing
2. Citizen Participation Plan
3. Anti -displacement and Relocation Plan
Signature/Auth
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Name
Mayo r
Title
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7525 NW 88 Avenue
Address
Tamarac, FL 33321
City/State/Zip
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CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA
CITIZEN PARTICPATION PLAN
In compliance with 24 CFR Part 91
Consolidated Submissions for Community Planning and
Development Programs
Subpart B: Citizen Participation and Consultation
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
CDBG Citizen Participation Plan
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CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
CITY OF TAMARAC, FLORIDA
Table of Contents
Introduction 3
Information to be Provided 3
Public Hearings 4
Hearing Notice 4
Hearing Locations) 5
Citizen Comment 5
Amendment to the Consolidated Plan 5
Publication 5
Criteria for Amendment 6
Substantial Change Amendment 6
Performance Report 6
Public Notice 6
Access to Records 7
Technical Assistance 7
Complaints 7
CDBG Citizen Participation Plan 2
Introduction
The citizen participation component of all Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
funded activities for the City of Tamarac is an important element of our Community
Development Program and, if effectively implemented, can yield substantial benefits to
the City both in assessing need and establishing priorities.
As a recipient of Department Housing and Urban Development (HUD) CDBG funds, the
City of Tamarac is required to adopt a Citizen Participation Plan to comply with the
provisions of 24 CFR Part 91: Consolidated Submissions for Community Planning and
Development Programs; Subpart B: Citizen Participation and Consultation.
These requirements are designed especially to encourage participation by low and
moderate income persons. Additionally, the City will take whatever actions are
appropriate to encourage the participation of all its citizens, including minorities and
non-English speaking persons, as well as persons with mobility, visual or hearing
impairments.
In response to the above requirements of 24 CFR Part 91, Subpart E, the City of
Tamarac Consolidated Plan Citizen Participation Plan will be implemented in a manner
that encourages citizen participation in the development of the consolidated plan, any
amendments to the plan, and the performance report, with appropriate information
furnished to citizens.
The Citizen Participation Plan
encourage resident participation
amendments to the Plan, the
Performance Evaluation Report.
opportunity for resident comment.
Information to be Provided
provides for the implementation of practices that
in the development of the Consolidated Plan, any
Annual Action Plan, and the Consolidated Annual
The Citizen Participation Plan was prepared with the
Before the City adopts a consolidated plan, the City will make available to citizens,
public agencies, and other interested parties information that included the amount of
assistance the City expects to receive and the range of activities that may be
undertaken, including the estimated amount that will benefit persons of low and
moderate income and the plans to minimize displacement of persons and to assist any
persons displaced. This information will be included in a summary of the proposed
consolidated plan, which the City will publish for comment.
The summary will be published in the Sun Sentinel or Miami Herald, newspapers of
general circulation, and also may be published in other local newspapers at the City's
discretion.
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The summary will describe the contents and purpose of the consolidated plan, and will
state that copies of the entire proposed plan may be examined at the Community
Development Department, Housing Division, located at 7525 NW 88 Avenue, Tamarac,
FL 33321, and at other government offices, libraries or public places that the City may
deem appropriate.
The summary will be published to allow a period of not less than 30 days to receive
comments from citizens on the proposed consolidated plan before the plan is finalized.
The City will consider any comments or views of citizens received in writing, or orally at
public hearings, in preparing the final consolidated plan. A summary of these
comments or views, and a summary of any comments or views not accepted and the
reasons therefore, will be attached to the final consolidated plan.
Notification of the availability of the consolidated plan as adopted will be published in
the "Sun Sentinel", a newspaper of general circulation, and also may be published in
other local newspapers at the City's discretion.
The notification will state that copies of the adopted consolidated plan can be examined
at City Hall, Community Development Department, Housing Division, located at 7525
NW 88 Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321 and at other government offices, libraries or public
places that the City may deem appropriate.
Public Hearings
The City will conduct at least two (2) public hearings annually to obtain citizens' views
and to respond to proposals and questions. The hearings will be conducted at a
minimum of two different stages of the program year. Together, these hearings will
address housing and community development needs, development of proposed
activities, and review of program performance. In order to obtain the views of citizens
on housing and community development needs, including priority non -housing
community development needs, at least one of these hearings will be held before the
summary of the proposed consolidated plan is published for comment. The City is not
required to hold a public hearing to amend the consolidated plan, although one of the
public hearings could accommodate such a discussion.
Adequate advance notice
of each hearing
will be
given to
citizens,
with sufficient
information
published
about
the
subject of the
hearing
to permit
informed
comment.
Hearing Notice
Each public hearing notice will be published in the Sun Sentinel or Miami Herald,
newspapers of general circulation, and also may be published in other local newspapers
at the City's discretion. Each notice will be published in advance of the public hearing
date.
The
City will allow for a 30-day public review
period for each
Annual Action
Plan prior to
the
public
hearing date
at which
the
City
Commission is
scheduled
to
approve the
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Annual Action Plan. During this 30-day public review period, the Action Plan will be
available for review at various locations throughout City Hall to receive citizen comment.
All comments will be reflected in the Action Plan.
Hearinq Location�s�
Public hearings will be held at times and locations convenient to potential and actual
beneficiaries, and with accommodations for persons with disabilities. Public hearings
may be held during regularly scheduled City Commission meetings. In cases where a
significant number of non-English speaking residents can be reasonably expected to
participate in a public hearing, a translator will be provided to meet the communication
needs of the non-English speaking residents.
Citizen Comment
The City will consider any comments or views of citizens received in writing, orally at the
public hearings, in preparing the final consolidated plan, amendments of the plan or the
performance report. A summary of these comments or views, and a summary of any
comments or views not accepted and the reasons therefore, will be attached to the
adopted consolidated plan, amendments of the plan, or performance report.
Amendment to the Consolidated Plan
Publication
When the City decides to make a change that requires an amendment of the
consolidated plan, the City will provide citizens with reasonable notice of the change
and an opportunity to comment on it. A summary of the proposed amended
consolidated plan will be published in the Sun Sentinel or Miami Herald, newspapers of
general circulation, and also may be published in other local newspapers at the City's
discretion.
The summary will be published to receive comments from citizens on the proposed
amended consolidated plan, prior to finalization and submission to HUD. The City will
consider the comments or views received in writing in preparing the final amendment of
the plan. A summary of these public comments or views, and a summary of any
comments or views not accepted and reasons therefore, will be attached to the adopted
amended consolidated plan.
The City will make the adopted amended consolidated plan available to the public at the
time it is submitted to HUD and before it implements changes stipulated in the
amendment. The above noted published summary will state that copies of the
amended consolidated plan will be available to be examined at the Community
Development Department, 7525 NW 88th Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321, and at other
governmental offices, libraries or public places that the City may deem appropriate.
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Criteria for Amendment
The City will amend its approved plan whenever it makes one of the following decisions:
1. To carry out an activity, using funds from any program covered by the
consolidated plan (including program income), not previously described in the
action plan; or
2. To make substantial change in its allocation priorities or a substantial change in
the method of distribution of funds; or
3. To substantially change the purpose, scope, location, or beneficiaries of an
activity.
Substantial Change Amendment
The City will apply the following criteria in determining whether a change in an activity or
project represents a substantial change:
A. Cancellation of an activity or project previously described in the
consolidated plan.
B. The movement of funds from one eligible activity to another by more than
25% of the costs of the total projects involved as projected in the
consolidated plan. Projects included in the consolidated plan whose
actual costs exceed the estimates presented in the consolidated plan are
exempt from this policy when contingency funds are used to complete the
project.
C. The activity will not meet the National Objective that has been designated
by the City in the consolidated plan.
D. The aggregate use of CDBG funds fails to principally benefit very low- and
low-income families in a manner that ensures that at least 70 percent of
the amount expended is for activities that benefit such persons during the
designated period.
Performance Report
Public Notice
The City will submit its Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report to HUD
within 90 days after the close of the City's program year. Notification of availability of
the performance report will be published in the Sun Sentinel or Miami Herald,
newspapers of general circulation, and may be published in other local newspapers at
the City's discretion.
The notification will be published prior to public hearing to receive comments from
citizens on the performance report, prior to finalization and submission to HUD.
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A summary of these public comments or views, and a summary of any comments or
views not accepted and the reasons therefore, will be attached to the performance
report.
As stated in the Public Hearings section of this Citizen Participation Plan, performance
will also be discussed at one of the two public hearings, at a minimum.
Access to Records
The City will provide citizens, public agencies, and other interested parties with
reasonable and timely access to information and records relating to the City's
consolidated plan and the City's use of assistance under the programs covered by 24
CFR Part 91. To request information, interested parties may contact the Community
Development Department at 7525 NW 88t" Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321.
Technical Assistance
The City will provide technical assistance to groups representative of persons of very
low- and low-income that request such assistance in developing proposals for funding
assistance under any of the programs covered by the consolidated plan, with the level
and type of assistance determined by the City.
City Staff is available year-round for presentations or assistance to all interested parties,
including appearances before homeowners' associations, as well as civic community
action groups operating in areas traditionally affected by CDBG projects and activities.
Complaints
The City will respond to all complaints from citizens related to the consolidated plan,
amendments of the plan, or the performance report. The City will provide a timely,
substantive written response to every written citizen complaint, within 15 working days,
where practical. Complaints registered orally will be logged in the Complaint Register
located in the Community Development Department, with all pertinent information
recorded. The complaint will be responded to orally, or in writing, as deemed
appropriate by the City.
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