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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5394RESOLUTION NO. 5394 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING 2019 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ACTION PLAN FOR THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN YEARS 2015-2019. WHEREAS, the City of Auburn was designated as an entitlement community by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program; and WHEREAS, the primary objection of the Consolidated Plan and CDBG Program 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 income and moderate income; and WHEREAS, to be eligible for funding, the City of Auburn must annually update the action plan for its Consolidated Plan that serves as a federally required planning document to guide the City of Auburn's human service and community development efforts; and WHEREAS, the planning process to develop the Consolidated Plan involved citizen participation and guidance from non-profit and governmental agencies serving low income residences in the community; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Auburn heard and considered public comment about its proposed 2018 Action Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, RESOLVES as follows: Resolution No. 5394 November 14, 2018 Page 1 of 2 Section 1. As required by 24 CFR 91, the City adopts the 2019 Action Plan for the Consolidated Plan for years 2015-2019. Section 2. The Mayor is authorized to implement those administrative procedures necessary to carry out the directives of this legislation. Section 3. This Resolution will take effect and be in full force on passage and signatures hereon. Dated and Signed this 3day of 2018. CITY OF AUBURN ATTEST: Shawn M. Campbell, MMC, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: - AZL��t' Steven L. Gross, City Attorney Resolution No. 5394 November 14, 2018 Page 2 of 2 Executive Summary AP -05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b) 1. Introduction Each year the City of Auburn executes specific actions to implement the goals and strategies of the Consolidated Plan for Years 2015-2019. Actions that will be undertaken in 2019 are outlined in this Annual Action Plan. The City of Auburn anticipates the receipt of approximately $604,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in 2019. In addition to CDBG funds, the City allocates 0.76% of the City's General Funds to Human Services. Human Services oversees and is responsible for providing and managing financial resources to more than 30 non-profit agencies that serve the Auburn community, administering the local housing repair program, and developing collaborations among community partners to strengthen the response to residents in need. The 2019 Action Plan proposes to allocate $90,000 of CDBG funds to public services. Most of those funds ($60,000) will be used to provide dental and medical care to uninsured or under insured low income Auburn residents. $20,000 will be allocated to overnight shelter and homelessness intervention services for youth and young adults, in keeping with our Consolidated Plan priorities. The remaining $10,000 will be used for employment training. Approximately $100,000 of the CDBG funds will be allocated to program administration, which includes planning and citizen participation. The remaining $414,000 will be allocated to residential rehabilitation, including an internal program service delivery shift to increase program efficiency. The City of Auburn is committed to continuing to focus on achieving solutions to recurring social problems and achieving a greater collaboration among service providers. Overall the implementation of the Consolidated Plan is progressing as planned and all of the activities included are underway. 2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan This Action Plan allocates a total of $604,000 dollars in anticipated 2019 Community Development Block Grant funds, to support the Community Development Block Grant program. With the overall goal of reducing the number of people living in poverty within the City of Auburn, the following objectives and outcomes will be employed: 1. Support decent, affordable housing for low income residents Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 2. Support homelessness intervention strategies targeting youth 3. Support low- and moderate -income neighborhoods 4. Support accessibility to affordable health care 5. Administer the Community Development Block Grant program to meet the community needs and HUD requirements To accomplish these outcomes and objectives, the City invests in programs that meet the community basic needs, increase self-sufficiency, provide economic opportunity and develop a safe community. 3. Evaluation of past performance This is an evaluation of past performance that helped lead the grantee to choose its goals or projects. During the past year Auburn has accomplished significant achievement on its programs and impacted the lives of thousands of residents. In 2017 alone, projects funded by the City completed the following: • 52 low- to moderate -income Auburn homeowners received housing repair services. Roughly 70% of these homeowners were seniors. • 18 Low-income Auburn residents received job training assistance. At least half obtained and maintained their job. • Over 100 low to moderate income residents received free or low cost medical and/or dental care 4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process Summary from citizen participation section of plan. The city is engaged in a public participation process for the 2019 Annual Action Plan, as outlined below: • Drafts of the Action Plan have been made available for public at City Hall and notices of its public view were publicized in the local newspaper as of October 10, 2018 • Request for public comment was emailed to service agencies on October 11, 2018 seeking input through November 9, 2018 • A public hearing was provided on November 5, 2018, during the City Council meeting to receive input on the 2019 Annual Action Plan The City of Auburn in conjunction with the Consortium consulted with multiple public and private agencies during the development of the consolidated plan. Agencies that participated in consultations included: the King County Housing Authority, King County All Home, other government human service providers and nonprofit agencies delivering services in Auburn and the sub -region. Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 In addition to conducting consultations during the development of the plan, the City of Auburn collaborates and works closely with numerous coalitions, committees and government entities. S. Summary of public comments No public comments were received. 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them No public comments were received. 7. Summary Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 PR -05 Lead & Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b) 1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source. Agency Role Name Department/Agency Lead Agency AUBURN CDBG Administrator ESG Administrator Table 1- Responsible Agencies Narrative Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information Joy Scott Human Services Manager 2S West Main Street Auburn, WA 98001 2S3-876-1965 jfscott@auburnwa.gov Annual Action Plan 2019 OMe Control No: 3506-0117 Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 AP -10 Consultation - 91.100,91.200(b), 91.215(1) 1. Introduction The City of Auburn recognizes the importance of citizen participation in the development and implementation of the annual Action Plan. During the process of development, city staff consulted with multiple public and private agencies. Agencies that participated in consultations included: the King County Department of Community and Human Services, King County Human Services Planners, nonprofit agencies delivering services in Auburn and the sub -region as well as City of Auburn internal partnerships. In addition to conducting consultations during the development of the plan, the City of Auburn collaborates and works closely with numerous coalitions, committees and government entities on an ongoing basis in efforts to enhance strategies and systems to meet established goals and objectives designated in the plan. Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health and service agencies (91.215(1)). The City of Auburn works closely with partnering King County jurisdictions, public housing authorities and health providers to develop systems in order to improve the quality of service and access for low- income residents as well as the community as a whole within the city and throughout the region. Additionally, the City participates in monthly meetings with staff from King County Department of Community and Human Services, Public Health King County, the Housing Development Consortium, Valley Cities, the Multi -Service Center, and the King County Housing Authority to review program progress and delivery of services funded through regional efforts. This regional collaboration work is supported by the South King Housing and Homelessness Partnership, which Auburn and other South King County Cities contribute to in order to fund a full time position to address issues related to housing and homelessness in the South King County region. Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness. King County's regional Continuum of Care (CoC) aims to make homelessness in our region rare, brief, and one-time. In Coordination with the CoC, Auburn supported funding programs such as the Valley Cities Landing, Nexus Youth and Families Severson House and the YWCA Auburn Transitional Housing Program. All programs provide housing and supportive services to homeless persons (including homeless Veterans, families, chronically homeless individuals and unaccompanied youth). Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 The City also participates in the annual Point in Time count of unsheltered individuals in King County, organized by our CoC. Coordinating services and funding is critical to our region's implementation of the King County All Home strategic plan on homelessness which aims to help individuals and families experiencing homelessness meet three goals: • achieve residential stability • increase their skill levels and/or incomes • strengthen their ability to influence decisions that affect their lives Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS All projects receiving CoC funding are required by HUD to apply for support through a local Continuum of Care. for King County, the Continuum of Care encompasses programs and activities within the borders of King County. Each continuum sets funding priorities and need for its community. The King County CoC priorities are set by All Home King County. Auburn staff contribute to the CoC by working collaboratively with All Home on efforts for King County to ensure coordination efforts between the two entities. 2. Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and consultations Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 Table 2— ncies rou organrsatims who nicl ated 1 Agency/Group/Organization KING COUNTY Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government - County What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Public Housing Needs Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Briefly describe how the As our Urban County Consortium lead, King County is an invaluable partner of the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What City of Auburn in consultation efforts. We meet regularly with the County and are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or our consortium city partners to discuss best practices and new developments in areas for improved coordination? citizen participation, data collection, fair housing, and homeless services. We collaborate on identifying regional needs and consistently evaluate our progress towards our consolidated plan goals. In the 2018 and 2019 program years, we will be working even more closely as we develop our 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and conduct our local and regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing. 2 Agency/Group/Organization City of Kent Agency/Group/Organlzatlon Type Other government -local Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Convol No: 2506-0117 Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Public Housing Needs Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Briefly describe how the We meet regularly with our consortium city partners to discuss best practices Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What and new developments in citizen participation, data collection, fair housing, and are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or homeless services. We work closely with our Human Services planners in King areas for Improved coordination? County to identify and respond to emerging community needs. we collaborate on identifying regional needs and consistently evaluate our progress towards our consolidated plan goals. In the 2018 and 2019 program years, we will be working even more closely as we develop our 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and conduct our local and regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing. 3 Agency/Group/Organization City of Federal Way Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government - Local What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Public Housing Needs Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 Annual Action Plan 10 2019 OMB Cnntrnl N. 2506-0117 Briefly describe how the We meet regularly with our consortium city partners to discuss best practices Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. what and new developments in citizen participation, data collection, fair housing, and are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or homeless services. we work closely with our Human Services planners in King areas for improved coordination? County to identify and respond to emerging community needs. We collaborate on Identifying regional needs and consistently evaluate our progress towards our consolidated plan goals. In the 2018 and 2019 program years, we will be working even more closely as we develop our 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and conduct our local and regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing. 4 Agency/Group/Organization City of Bellevue Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government - Local What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Public Housing Needs Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Briefly describe how the We meet regularly with our consortium city partners to discuss best practices Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What and new developments in citizen participation, data collection, fair housing, and are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or homeless services. We work closely with our Human Services planners in King areas for improved coordination? County to Identify and respond to emerging community needs. we collaborate on identifying regional needs and consistently evaluate our progress towards our consolidated plan goals. In the 2018 and 2019 program years, we will be working even more closely as we develop our 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan and conduct our local and regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing. Annual Action Plan 10 2019 OMB Cnntrnl N. 2506-0117 5 Agency/Group/Organization Housing Development Consortium of Seattle -King County Agency/Group/Organization Type Planning organization What section of the Plan was addressed. by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Public Housing Needs Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Auburn participates in the South King Housing and Homelessness Partnership, Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What coordinated by the Housing Development Consortium of Seattle -King County. We are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or participate in monthly meetings convened by HDC on homeless response needs areas for improved coordination? and strategy in SKC, and bimonthly meetings focused on affordable housing data and developments. The information collected by HDC helps to inform multiple pieces of our Action Plan, particularly those strategies related to homelessness and affordable housing in our community. 6 Agency/Group/Organization King County Bar Association Agency/Group/Organization Type Service -Fair Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Public Housing Needs Non -Homeless Special Needs Anti -poverty Strategy Annual Action Plan 11 2019 OMB Control N. 2506-0117 Annual Action Plan 12 2019 OMB Control No: 25064117 Briefly describe how the Auburn convenes and chairs a monthly meeting of service providers in South King Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What County who work with individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or region. These meetings provide an opportunity to discuss emerging service areas for Improved coordination? needs, gaps in services regionally, best practices, and training needs. While every meeting is an opportunity to collaborate on our strategic direction in Auburns Consolidated Plan, the city also sends out the draft action plan as part of our citizen participation process and includes a discussion at a scheduled meeting to identify gaps and opportunities and gather feedback. No specific Action Plan comments were received during the development of this plan, but the group did have a robust discussion on the ongoing regional shelter and health needs for individuals experiencing homelessness. 7 Agency/Group/Organization DOMESTIC ABUSE WOMEN'S NETWORK )DAWN) Agenry/Group/Organization Type Housing Services.- Housing Services -Children Services -Victims of Domestic Violence Services -homeless Services - Victims What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Strategy Annual Action Plan 12 2019 OMB Control No: 25064117 Annual Action Plan 13 2019 OMS Contml No: 250"117 Briefly describe how the Auburn convenes and chairs a monthly meeting of service providers in South ging Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What County who work with individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or region. These meetings provide an opportunity to discuss emerging service areas for improved coordination? needs, gaps in services regionally, best practices, and training needs. While every meeting is an opportunity to collaborate on our strategic direction in Auburn$ Consolidated Plan, the city also sends out the draft action plan as part of our citizen participation process and includes a discussion at a scheduled meeting to identify gaps and opportunities and gather feedback. No specific Action Plan comments were received during the development of this plan, but the group did have a robust discussion on the ongoing regional shelter and health needs for individuals experiencing homelessness. 8 Agency/Group/Organization SOLID GROUND Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services - Housing Services -Children Services -homeless Services -Education Services -Employment Service -Fair Housing. What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Anti -poverty Strategy Annual Action Plan 13 2019 OMS Contml No: 250"117 Annual Action Plan 16 2019 OMaC "[No: 25060117 Briefly describe how the Auburn convenes and chairs a monthly meeting of service providers in South King Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What County who work with individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or region. These meetings provide an opportunity to discuss emerging service areas for improved coordination? needs, gaps in services regionally, best practices, and training needs. While every meeting is an opportunity to collaborate on our strategic direction in Auburn's Consolidated Plan, the city also sends out the draft action plan as part of our citizen participation process and includes a discussion at a scheduled meeting to Identify gaps and opportunities and gather feedback. No specific Action Plan comments were received during the development of this plan, but the group did have a robust discussion on the ongoing regional shelter and health needs for individuals experiencing homelessness. 9 Agency/Group/Organization Mary's Place Seattle Agency/Group/Organlzation Type Housing Services - Housing Services -Children Services -homeless What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Homeless Needs- Families with children Homelessness Strategy Annual Action Plan 16 2019 OMaC "[No: 25060117 Annual Action Plan 1s 2019 OMB Control No'. 25040117 Briefly describe how the Auburn convenes and chairs a monthly meeting of service providers in South King Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What County who work with individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or region. These meetings provide an opportunity to discuss emerging service areas for Improved coordination? needs, gaps in services regionally, best practices, and training needs. While every meeting is an opportunity to collaborate on our strategic direction in Auburn's Consolidated Plan, the city also sends out the draft action plan as part of our citizen participation process and includes a discussion at a scheduled meeting to identify gaps and opportunities and gather feedback. No specific Action Plan comments were received during the development of this plan, but the group did have a robust discussion on the ongoing regional shelter and health needs for individuals experiencing homelessness. 10 Agency/Group/Organization DESC Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services -Persons with Disabilities Services -homeless What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Strategy Annual Action Plan 1s 2019 OMB Control No'. 25040117 Annual Action Plan 16. 2019 DMB Control No: 2506-011] Briefly describe how the7consulted. Auburn convenes and chairs a monthly meeting of service providers In South King Agency/Group/OrganizatiCounty who work with individuals and families experiencing homelessness In our are the anticipated outcomregion. These meetings provide an opportunity to discuss emerging service areas for improved coordineeds, gaps in services regionally, best practices, and training needs. While every meeting is an opportunity to collaborate on our strategic direction in Auburn's Consolidated Plan, the city also sends out the draft action plan as part of our citizen participation process and includes a discussion at a scheduled meeting to identity gaps and opportunities and gather feedback. No specific Action Plan comments were received during the development of this plan, but the group did have a robust discussion on the ongoing regional shelter and health needs for individuals experiencing homelessness. 11 Agency/Group/Organization Valley Cities Counseling & Consultation Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services - Housing Services -Persons with Disabilities Services -Health Health Agency What section of the Plan was addressed by Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Consultation? Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Annual Action Plan 16. 2019 DMB Control No: 2506-011] Annual Action Plan 17 2019 OMB coeval No: zsoe-mv Briefly describe how the Auburn convenes and chairs a monthly meeting of service providers in South King Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What County who work with Individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or region. These meetings provide an opportunity to discuss emerging service areas for improved coordination? needs, gaps In services regionally, best practices, and training needs. While every meeting is an opportunity to collaborate on our strategic direction in Auburn's Consolidated Plan, the city also sends out the draft action plan as part of our citizen participation process and includes a discussion at a scheduled meeting to identify gaps and opportunities and gather feedback. No specific Action Plan comments were received during the development of this plan, but the group did have a robust discussion on the ongoing regional shelter and health needs for individuals experiencing homelessness. 12 Agency/Group/Organization GREEN RIVER COMMUNITY COLLEGE Agency/Group/Organization Type Services -Education Services -Employment What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Anti -poverty Strategy Annual Action Plan 17 2019 OMB coeval No: zsoe-mv Annual Action Plan 18 2019 OMB Control No: 35060117 Briefly describe how the Auburn convenes and chairs a monthly meeting of service providers in South King Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What County who work with individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or region. These meetings provide an opportunity to discuss emerging service areas for improved coordination? needs, gaps in services regionally, best practices, and training needs. While every meeting is an opportunity to collaborate on our strategic direction in Auburn's Consolidated Plan, the city also sends out the draft action plan as part of our citizen participation process and includes a discussion at a scheduled meeting to identify gaps and opportunities and gather feedback. No specific Action Plan comments were received during the development of this plan, but the group did have a robust discussion on the ongoing regional shelter and health needs for individuals experiencing homelessness. 13 Agency/Group/Organization SEATTLE -KING COUNTY YWCA Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services - Housing Services -Children Services -Elderly Persons Services -Persons with Disabilities Services -Persons with HIV/AIDS Services -Victims of Domestic Violence Services -homeless Services -Education Services -Employment Service -Fair Housing Annual Action Plan 18 2019 OMB Control No: 35060117 Annual Action Plan 19 2019 DMB Conval No; 350&0117 What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Anti -poverty Strategy Briefly describe how the The YWCA provides specialized and culturally -specific homeless services for Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What African-American families/families of color. 12 transitional housing units are are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or available in Auburn through Coordinated Entry. They are an active participant in areas for improved coordination? Continuum of Care and partner with All Home and King County Housing Authority. Auburn contracts with this agency and engages regularly through quarterly evaluations, monitoring, and regular check ins that provide an overview of service needs in these areas and inform the development of our Annual Action Plan. This agency also received a draft version of the plan via email during the public comment period. 14 Agency/Group/Organization NEXUS YOUTH AND FAMILIES Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services - Housing Services -Children Services -homeless Services -Education Services -Employment Annual Action Plan 19 2019 DMB Conval No; 350&0117 Annual Action Plan 20 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Briefly describe how the Nexus (formerly Auburn Youth Resources) provides services (showers, laundry, Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What meals, counseling, crisis outreach, misc. basic needs) for youth & young adults are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or experiencing homelessness; centrally located near the Citys Community & Event areas for improved coordination? Center and the Auburn Public Library. They collaborate with these partners as well as APD and have been noticeably visible at recent meetings (SKC Forum on Homelessness, Auburn Roundtable, etc.). Auburn contracts with this agency and engages regularly through quarterly evaluations, monitoring, and regular check ins that provide an overview of service needs in these areas and inform the development of our Annual Action Plan. This agency also received a draft version of the plan via email during the public comment period. 15 Agency/Group/Organization MULTISERVICE CENTER Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services - Housing Services -Children Services -Elderly Persons Services -Persons with Disabilities Services -Victims of Domestic Violence Services -homeless Services -Education Services -Employment Regional organization Annual Action Plan 20 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 Annual Action Plan 21 2019 OMB Conttol No: 2506-0117 What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Anti -poverty Strategy Briefly describe how the MSC provides help to families through case management, shelter and transitional Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What housing. Housing and case management staff participate in SKC Forum on are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or Homelessness meetings, HAC meetings, and the Auburn Roundtable. As a CDBG areas for improved coordination? subgrantee, Auburn works very closely with MSC to track trends and needs for employment services for homeless individuals. Auburn contracts with this agency and engages regularly through quarterly evaluations, monitoring, and regular check ins that provide an overview of service needs in these areas and inform the development of our Annual Action Plan. This agency also received a draft version of the plan via email during the public comment period. 16 Agency/Group/Organization Respite Program Agency/Group/Organization Type ces-Elderly Persons ces-Persons with Disabilities [Auburn ces-homeless ces-Health What section of the Plan was addressed by Homeless Special Needs Consultation? poverty Strategy Annual Action Plan 21 2019 OMB Conttol No: 2506-0117 Annual Action Plan 22 2019 OMB Contol N.: Z06-0117 Briefly describe how the Auburn Respite Program provides community-based social adult day care (social Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What engagement with peers, meals, etc.) for dependent seniors cared for by family are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or members. The program takes place on Fridays at the Auburn Senior Activity areas for Improved coordination? Center; its purpose is to allow for a day of respite for fulhime caregivers. Their proximity to the Les Gove Community Campus is convenient for an array of activities for both the caregiver and family member. Auburn contracts with this agency and engages regularly through quarterly evaluations, monitoring, and regular check ins that provide an overview of service needs in these areas and inform the development of our Annual Action Plan. This agency also received a draft version of the plan via email during the public comment period. 17 Agency/Group/Organization Christ Community Free Clinic Agency/Group/Organization Type Services -Children Services -Elderly Persons Services -Persons with Disabilities Services -Persons with HIV/AIDS Services -homeless Services -Health Health Agency What section of the Plan was addressed by Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Consultation? Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Annual Action Plan 22 2019 OMB Contol N.: Z06-0117 Annual Action Plan 23 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0137 Briefly describe how the Christ Community Free Clinic provides medical and dental needs to uninsured Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What and underinsured residents while connecting them to other local existing health - are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or focused partners. They hold walk-in clinics on various days of the month and also areas for improved coordination? provide some emergency dental work. They collaborate with HealthPoint, SKC Public Health. Their ED has played a role in both the Auburn Mayors Homelessness Task Force as well as the Blue Ribbon Committee, a health -focused community engagement group. Auburn contracts with this agency and engages regularly through quarterly evaluations, monitoring, and regular check ins that provide an overview of service needs in these areas and inform the development of our Annual Action Plan. This agency also received a draft version of the plan via email during the public comment period. 18 Agency/Group/Organization Pregnancy Aid of Auburn Agency/Group/Organization Type Services -Children Services -Health What section of the Plan was addressed by Non -Homeless Special Needs Consultation? Anti -poverty Strategy Briefly describe how the Pregnancy Aid Provides immediate and confidential help to women and families, Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What including formula, baby food, diapers and car seats. All services and goods are are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or provided free of charge. Centrally located near the Les Gove Campus. Often areas for improved coordination? referred by WIC as they provide services that are not eligible through WIC vouchers (strollers, diapers, etc.). Auburn contracts with this agency and engages regularly through quarterly evaluations, monitoring, and regular check ins that provide an overview of service needs in these areas and inform the development of our Annual Action Plan. This agency also received a draft version of the plan via email during the public comment period. Annual Action Plan 23 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0137 19 Agency/Group/Organization Orion Industries Agency/Group/Organization Type Services -homeless Services -Education Services -Employment What section of the Plan was addressed by Homelessness Strategy Consultation? Non -Homeless Special Needs Market Analysis Economic Development Briefly describe how the Orion Industries supports Auburn residents that experience barriers to Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What employment due to disability, criminal histories, low Income, language barriers, are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or lack of transportation, etc. by providing hands-on training, case management and areas for improved coordination? job placement to help them move toward self-sufficiency. They participate in numerous job fairs locally. Members/participants of numerous local organizations and partnerships, including L&I, the VA, SKCHS, Community Employment Alliance, and the Auburn Roundtable. Auburn contracts with this agency and engages regularly through quarterly evaluations, monitoring, and regular check ins that provide an overview of service needs in these areas and inform the development of our Annual Action Plan. This agency also received a draft version of the plan via email during the public comment period. 20 Agency/Group/Organization SOUND Agency/Group/Orga izadon Type Services - Housing Services -Persons with Disabilities Services -homeless Services -Health Health Agency Annual Action Plan 24 2019 OMB Co lNo:]50 117 Annual Action Plan 25 2019 OMB Control No: 250&0117 What section of the Plan was addressed by Homeless Needs- Chronically homeless Consultation? Homeless Needs- Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Briefly describe how the Sound provides mental health and chemical dependency services. The PATH Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What program administers various outreach methods to serve homeless persons in are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or South King County. They have played a large role in the annual Point In Time areas for improved coordination? count of homeless persons for numerous years. They collaborate with many local partners, including All Home, Seattle King County Coalition on Homelessness, the Auburn Mayors Homelessness Task Force, HAC, SKC Forum on Homelessness, etc. They attend the Auburn Roundtable and are often at Auburns Free Community Meals program held at rotating locations throughout the week. Auburn contracts with this agency and engages regularly through quarterly evaluations, monitoring, and regular check ins that provide an overview of service needs in these areas and inform the development of our Annual Action Plan. This agency also received a draft version of the plan via email during the public comment period. 21 Agency/Group/Organization Auburn Food Bank Agency/Group/Organization Type Services -Children Services -Elderly Persons Services -Persons with Disabilities Services -Persons with HIV/AIDS Services -Victims of Domestic Violence Services -homeless Annual Action Plan 25 2019 OMB Control No: 250&0117 Annual Action Plan 26 2019 OMS C nt�l No: 25060117 What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Anti -poverty Strategy Briefly describe how the The Auburn Food Bank Provides food, emergency assistance, free meals, financial Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What help and referrals to residents in need. Regionally they collaborate with are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or Northwest Harvest and Food Lifeline, and locally with the Auburn Public Library, areas for improved coordination? Nexus Youth & Families, Communities in Schools of Auburn, Hyde Shuttle, Trillium Employment Services, etc. They play a role in the Auburn Roundtable, the annual Point in Time Count, and the Auburn Mayors Homelessness Task Force. The food bank also operates a day center and night shelter for homeless individuals in Auburn, in partnership with Valley Cities. Auburn contracts with this agency and engages regularly through quarterly evaluations, monitoring, and regular check ins that provide an overview of service needs in these areas and inform the development of our Annual Action Plan. This agency also received a draft version of the plan via email during the public comment period. Annual Action Plan 26 2019 OMS C nt�l No: 25060117 22 Agency/Group/Organization Auburn Human Services Committee Agency/Group/Organization Type Services- Housing Services -Children Services -Elderly Persons Services -Persons with Disabilities Services -Persons with HIV/AIDS Services -Victims of Domestic Violence Services -homeless Services -Health Services -Education Services -Employment Service -Fair Housing Services - Victims Other government - Loral Planning organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Public Housing Needs Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non -Homeless Special Needs Anti -poverty Strategy Annual Action Plan 27 2019 OMB COMml No: 35064tV Annual Action Plan 28 2019 OMB Control No: 250"117 Briefly describe how the Auburns Human Services Committee meets monthly throughout the year to Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What provide oversight and strategic direction for the cltys Human Services funding. are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or The committee participates in agency visitations, reviews funding applications areas for improved coordination? and provides CDBG and General Fund funding recommendations, and tracks emerging service needs and trends in the community. The committee has Identified a need for deeper analysis of human service needs in Auburn, and will be working In the 2019 program year to identify a consultant and carry out the work. 23 Agency/Group/Organization Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs Agency/Group/Organization Type Services -Elderly Persons Services -Persons with Disabilities Services -homeless Services -Health Other government - Federal Other government - State What section of the Plan was addressed by Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Consultation? Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Strategy Annual Action Plan 28 2019 OMB Control No: 250"117 Annual Action Plan 29 2019 OMB Control No: 15060117 Briefly describe how the Auburn convenes and chairs a monthly meeting of service providers in South King Agency/Group/Organizatlon was consulted. What County who work with individuals and families experiencing homelessness in our are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or region. These meetings provide an opportunity to discuss emerging service areas for improved coordination? needs, gaps in services regionally, best practices, and training needs. While every meeting is an opportunity to collaborate on our strategic direction in Auburns Consolidated Plan, the city also sends out the draft action plan as part of our citizen participation process and includes a discussion at a scheduled meeting to identify gaps and opportunities and gather feedback. No specific Action Plan comments were received during the development of this plan, but the group did have a robust discussion on the ongoing regional shelter and health needs for Individuals experiencing homelessness. 24 Agency/Group/Organization Regional Affordable Housing Task Force Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government - County Other government- Local Regional organization Planning organization Business Leaders Civic Leaders Business and Civic Leaders What section of the Plan was addressed by Housing Need Assessment Consultation? Public Housing Needs Non -Homeless Special Needs Market Analysis Economic Development Anti -poverty Strategy Annual Action Plan 29 2019 OMB Control No: 15060117 Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting The City of Auburn consulted with all types of organisations that primarily serve the populations focused on in the Action Plan and implemented programs that addressed the greatest need in the community. The only types of organizations not consulted with were corrections facilities. The rationale for not consulting with these facilities is that the City does not host either type of organization in the region. Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Briefly describe how the The Regional Affordable Housing (RAH) Task Force was created by King County to Continuum of Care Continuum of Care Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What bring leaders from across the county together to collaboratively develop a are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or countywide affordable housing strategy. King County Motion 14873 created the areas for improved coordination? Task Force and defines Its structure and objectives. The RAH Task Force will build upon previous and ongoing work of jurisdictions and non -profits to identify ideas and solutions that can be Implemented at the regional level. This Work Plan provides an overview of work related to the RAH Task Force throughout 2017 and 2018. Auburn staff sits on the Regional Affordable Housing Task Force Staff Workgroup. Data and feedback from the Task Force is used to identify local and regional gaps and needs related to housing, and develop strategy for the current and future Action Plans. Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting The City of Auburn consulted with all types of organisations that primarily serve the populations focused on in the Action Plan and implemented programs that addressed the greatest need in the community. The only types of organizations not consulted with were corrections facilities. The rationale for not consulting with these facilities is that the City does not host either type of organization in the region. Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization Now do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each pian? Continuum of Care Continuum of Care King County King County goals of Auburn's Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of the CoC to address the needs of homeless residents in the community and reduce the risk of homelessness. Table 3 - Omer local / regional / reaeral premmng mora Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Camrol No: 2506-0117 30 Narrative Annual Action Plan 31 2019 OMB Cartrol N*: BO6-0117 AP -12 Participation - 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c) 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it Impacted goal -setting Citizen participation plays a crucial role in the success of the City's Annual Action Plan. The goals are to hear the community's feedback and recommendations on how CM funds should be Invested and how services can coordinate to achieve the greatest impact. In addition to the targeted outreach listed below, the City regularly engages service providers and stakeholders in discussions regarding human services and local economic development needs. Organizations funded by the city are monitored throughout the year and report quarterly on progress, trends, and challenges. City staff co -host a monthly meeting of service providers working with individuals and families experiencing homelessness in the region to gather feedback and support increased capacity building through broad collaboration of regional providers. In addition, City staff meet regularly with other cities in the area and other funders to evaluate gaps in services and seek solutions to local and regional community development challenges. Citizen Participation Outreach Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comments URL (if response/attendance comments received not accepted applicable) and reasons Non - No comments were 1 Newspaper Ad targeted/broad received community Service providers No comments were 2 Email in Auburn received Table 4—Citizen Participation outreacn Annual Action Plan 32 2019 0MeC .l No: 2500-0117 Expected Resources AP -15 Expected Resources - 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction The City of Auburn anticipates funding for the duration of the Consolidated Plan from • CDBG • City of Auburn General Fund allocation for Human Services Anticipated Resources Program Source of Uses of Funds Ex ectad Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative Description Annual Program Prior Year Total: Funds Amount Allocation: Income: $ Resources: $ Available $ $ Remainder of Cori CDBG public- Acquisition federal Admin and Planning Economic Development Housing Public Improvements Public Services 604,000 0 0 604,000 604,000 General Fund public - local Public Services 490,000 0 0 490,000 490,000 Table S - Expected Resources— Priority Table Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied Annual Action Plan 33 2019 OMB Contra) N. 25060117 The City of Auburn relies on CDBG funds to support community and economic development projects and activities in efforts to support low to moderate income populations to become self-sufficient and sustain affordable housing, However, CDBG funds are not the only source of funds the City uses to support community projects and activities. The City's general funds are used to support direct services benefitting Auburn's at risk populations in addition to CDBG funds. CDBG funds do not require matching funds. If appropriate, describe publically, owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan N/A Discussion The City of Auburn will use CDBG funds to support all eligible projects and activities that align with CDBG guidelines and regulations. Annual Action Plan 34 2019 OMB CoMml No: 2506.0117 Annual Goals and Objectives AP -20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e) Goals Summary Information sort Goal Name Start End I Category Geographic Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator Order Year Year Area 1 End Homelessness 2015 2019 Homeless Homeless Prevention CDBG: Homelessness Prevention: 150 and Intervention $90,000 Persons Assisted Jobs created/retained: 15 jobs Homeless intervention: 5 youth served with overnight shelter or transitional housing 2 Ensure Decent, 2015 2019 Affordable Affordable Housing CDBG: Homeowner Housing Affordable Housing Development and $414,000 Rehabilitated: 45 Household Housing Public Housing Preservation Housing Unit Neighborhood Revitalization 3 Planning and 2015 2015 Planning and Homeless Prevention CDBG: Other: 0 Other Administration Administration and Intervention $100,000 Affordable Housing Development and Preservation Neighborhood Revltalization Economic Opportunity Table 6—Goals summary Annual Action Plan 35 2019 OMB Control Na: 2506-0117 Goal Descriptions 1 Goal Name End Homelessness Goal Description 2 Goal Name Ensure Decent, Affordable Housing Goal Description 3 Goal Name Planning and Administration Goal Description Annual Action Plan 36 2019 OMB fnmml Ne: 2506020 AP -35 Projects - 91.420, 91.220(d) Introduction Auburn's Annual Action Plan provides descriptions of proposals of how funds will be prioritized to achieve goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. Projects funded by the City will address the priority needs of providing assistance to prevent homelessness, ensure affordable housing and a suitable living environment. Projects and programs are selected through a competitive application process to ensure optimal quality services is provided to the community in use of the funds. p Project Name 1 HOUSING REPAIR 2 ADMINISTRATION 3 HEALTHPOINT 4 EMPLOYMENT TRAINING PROGRAM 5 FRIENDS OF YOUTH Table 7 — Project Information Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs The allocations proposed are based on the assessment of Auburn's needs, the resources available in the region, the availability of other funds also focusing on needs, and the purpose of Consolidated Plan funds. Should CDBG revenues exceed the proposed amount, the additional resources shall be allocated in accordance to the following guidelines: • Fill gaps in human services primarily healthcare, homeless prevention and intervention and affordable housing accessibility. • Increase funding for community development projects and activities including housing, community facilities and economic development. If increases are not significant enough to enhance projects or activities funds may be placed in contingency for programming later in the year or the following program year. Should CDBG revenues come in lower than anticipated; the City will continue with its planned policy and to the extent allowed reduce funding allocations in homeowner rehabilitation projects and administrative activities. Should CDBG revenues come in less than originally proposed, the City will continue managing the programs with decreased resources to the extent possible and reduce funding allocations in administrative activities and not public services. Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 ErA AP -38 Project Summary Project Summary Information Annual Action Plan 38 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0111 1 Project Name HOUSING REPAIR Target Area Goals Supported End Homelessness Ensure Decent, Affordable Housing Needs Addressed Affordable Housing Development and Preservation Neighborhood Revitalization Funding CDBG: $414,000 Description Maintain the affordability of decent housing for low-income Auburn residents by providing repairs necessary to maintain suitable housing for low income Auburn homeowners. Target Date 12/31/2019 Estimate the number An estimated 45 low to moderate income families will benefit from the and type of families housing repair program. As the City's largest homeless prevention that will benefit from program, housing repair ensures the sustainability of a safe home for the proposed activities some of Auburn's most vulnerable residents. Of the 45 low to moderate income residents who apply for the program, over half of them are of the senior and disabled population. CDBG funds will support this program transitioning from contracted services only to a combination of contracted services and services provided by in-house staff. Building on best practices from neighboring entitlement communities that have instituted this model, we expect that this transition will allow us in future years to serve a greater number of Auburn residents with significantly shorter wait times. Location Description n/a Planned Activities Activities include minor home repairs. 2 Project Name ADMINISTRATION Target Area Goals Supported Planning and Administration Needs Addressed Homeless Prevention and Intervention Affordable Housing Development and Preservation Neighborhood Revitalization Economic Opportunity Funding CDBG: $100,000 Description General administration and project management Target Date 12/31/2019 Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 39 Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 25060117 40 Estimate the number n/a and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description n/a Planned Activities General planning and administration of the CDBG programs include: management of the housing repair program, management of all CDBG related finances, all grant reporting, monitoring of subrecipients and providing guidance of program implementation in Auburn. 3 Project Name HEALTHPOINT Target Area Goals Supported End Homelessness Needs Addressed Homeless Prevention and Intervention Funding CDBG:$60,000 Description Providing healthcare services which include medical and dental to 150 or more low to moderate income, Auburn residents. This project is a public service activity. Target Date 12/31/2019 Estimate the number At least 150 low to moderate income Auburn residents will have and type of families benefitted from the proposed activities. that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description n/a Planned Activities 4 Project Name EMPLOYMENT TRAINING PROGRAM Target Area Goals Supported End Homelessness Needs Addressed Homeless Prevention and Intervention CDBG:$10,000 Provide employment training supportive services to approximately 15 LFunding low to moderate income Auburn residents so that at least half of them can find and sustain a job. This project is a public service activity. 1 12/31/2019 Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 25060117 40 Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 41 Estimate the number 15 low to moderate income Auburn residents will benefit from the and type of families employment training program. that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description n/a Planned Activities Planned activities include employment training supportive services to Auburn residents. 5 Project Name FRIENDS OF YOUTH Target Area Goals Supported End Homelessness Needs Addressed Homeless Prevention and Intervention Funding CDBG:$20,000 Description Provide outreach, transitional housing and shelter services to youth and young adults (ages 16-24) experiencing homelessness. Target Date 12/31/2019 Estimate the number 18 homeless youth and/or young adults will benefit from the proposed and type of families activities. that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description n/a Planned Activities Planned activities include outreach and drop-in services, transitional housing and shelter provisions for homeless youth and young adults. Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 41 AP -50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f) Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed The City of Auburn intends on distributing funds throughout the jurisdiction. Geographic Distribution Target Area Percentage of Funds Table 8 - Geographic Distribution Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically Due to the fact that all areas of Auburn have low to moderate income families dispersed throughout the entire City, the City intends on investing throughout the entire jurisdiction to ensure that all populations throughout the region have access to beneficial programs and housing opportunities. Discussion Due to the fact that all areas of Auburn have low to moderate income families dispersed throughout the the entire City, the City intends on investing throughout the entire jurisdiction to ensure that all populations throughout the region have access to beneficial programs and housing opportunitites. Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 OF) Annual Action Plan 43 2019 OMB w lNa: 2506-0117 AP -75 Barriers to affordable housing -91.420, 91.2200) Introduction The City of Auburn will continue to work with service providers, the housing authority and residents in coordination to fully address and develop systems and strategies to promote their efforts in providing sustainable, affordable housing. Auburn's partnerships with organizations such as the King County Housing Authority and the Housing Development Consortium of Seattle King County have allowed the City to explore new and innovative strategies to continue to offer affordable housing to its current and prospective residents. Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment The City of Auburn will continue to look at policies that remove barriers to affordable housing. The City of Auburn's Comprehensive land Use Plan includes several policies and objectives that will guide the city toward achieving its affordable and fair housing goals. These policies include maintaining flexibility in land use to achieve a balanced mix of affordable housing opportunities. The City will continue to pursue mixed use developments that are consistent with the transportation oriented developments located in Auburn's downtown. The City will look for opportunities with public and private agencies to implement policies and offer programs that help alleviate physical and economic distress, conserve energy resources, improve the quality and quantity of community services, and eliminate conditions that are detrimental to health, safety and public welfare. In 2017 the City of Auburn passed an ordinance that does not allow landlords of multifamily units to discriminate against potential renters based on their source of income. The Auburn City Council has expressed Interest in exploring further opportunities to discuss and adopt tenant protections in 2019. Discussion Annual Action Plan 44 2019 OMB Q,m Bo: 25060117 AP -85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k) Introduction The City of Auburn will continue to work with service providers throughout the region in coordination to develop systems and strategies to promote their efforts in providing optimal, easily accessible services. The City will work to reduce the number of families in poverty, sustain relationships with employment training agencies, and work to preserve the affordable housing stock in our community. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs By establishing a strong foundation of networks between local service providers, stakeholders and government agencies through committees and coalitions, the City will work in partnership to address obstacles and ameliorate barriers to meeting underserved needs. The collaborated organizations will develop detailed strategic plans that will delegate tasks, build systems and ongoing assessment of service delivery. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing The City will continue to maintain the affordability of decent housing for low income Auburn residents by allocating over $400,000 of CDBG funds to the City's Housing Repair Program. The program provides emergency repairs necessary to maintain safe housing for at least 45 Auburn homeowners, many of whom are senior citizens and/or are experiencing barriers to safely accessing their homes due to physical disabilities. In addition to Auburn's Housing Repair program, the City will maintain affordable housing by continuing to engage and partner with coalitions, committees and other government agencies to integrate and enhance efforts on the issue. Auburn has been participating in a robust regional effort to coordinate affordable housing activities in South King County. The South King County Housing and Homeless Partnership is a network of municipal land use and human services staff, nonprofit housing and homeless organizations working to address affordable housing and homelessness needs in South King County. The city has taken a lead role in discussions to make this partnership permanent with an interlocal agreement between SKC municipalities. Cities in South King County, including Auburn, will be voting on this issue in the first quarter of 2019. Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards The City of Auburn includes language in its CDBG contracts that require agencies to comply with HUD Lead -Based Paint Regulations (24 CFR Part 35) issued pursuant to the Lead -Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. Sections 4831, et seq.) requiring prohibition of the use of lead-based paint whenever CDBG funds are used. In addition, the City notifies residents of potential lead-based paint Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 45 hazards when it awards a Housing Repair grant. A copy of the pamphlet —"Protect Your Family from Lead In Your Home" is provided each Housing Repair client when the City conducts the initial inspection of their home. The city takes additional measures when the age of the home indicates a possible presence of lead- based paint. Before housing repair work commences, the city contracts with a certified provider to undertake lead paint testing. When lead-based hazards are positively identified, the city works with the housing repair client and contractors certified in RRP Lead Abatement to implement the necessary mitigation and safety strategies. Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty -level families The City of Auburn's planned actions to reduce the number of poverty- level families include but are not limited to: • Allocating $10,000 to employment and training programs • Allocating $60,000 to healthcare services targeted at families who are uninsured or underinsured • Participate and partner with coalitions, committees and agencies that provide antipoverty services to develop and enhance strategies and efforts to reduce poverty level families • Supporting the development and sustainability of affordable multi -family housing in Auburn Support and continue to fund programs serving families living in poverty Actions planned to develop institutional structure The City's planned actions to address the gaps and weaknesses identified in the strategic plan include: • Maintaining partnerships with and participating in the South King County Housing and Homelessness Partnership, All Home of King County and other regional human service providers, coalitions and committees who address homeless issues. The City will also continue to work collaboratively with partnering organizations and groups to integrate and enhance services to provide optimal services to individuals and families currently experiencing or at risk of homelessness. In addition the City plans to allocate $250,000 to emergency shelters and homelessness intervention services, and more than $60,000 to emergency services such as food, financial assistance, clothing and healthcare. • Take a comprehensive approach to consolidated and comprehensive planning to include all internal City departments, commissions, committees and task force. Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 46 service agencies The City of Auburn has heavily contributed and intends to continue cultivating relationships between public and private housing and social service agencies. In addition the City will continue to participate in collaborations with the South King County Forum on Homelessness, the South King County Council of Human Services, Seattle -King County Housing Development Consortium and the King County Joint Planners Meeting. In 2016t he City of Auburn started participating in Affordable Housing Week through the Housing Development Consortium along with other public and private housing agencies in King County to continue our partnerships in providing affordable housing in the region. The City will continue its participation in this annual event and look for other similar opportunities to raise build partnerships to support the preservation and enhanced affordability of housing in our community. Discussion The expressed goal of the City's Consolidated Plan is to reduce the number of people living in poverty within Auburn. The City intends to give funding priority to programs that in addition to complying with federal regulations and address a priority a outlined in the Consolidated Plan are consistent with all of the goals and objectives identified. Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 47 Program Specific Requirements AP -90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(1)(1,2,4) Introduction The City of Auburn will use all CDBG funds to support projects and activities benefiting low and moderate income residents. Funds will be used for Public Services and Planning and Administration with the remaining balance intended for housing rehab services. Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1) Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out. 1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan 5. The amount of income from float -funded activities Total Program Income: Other CDBG Requirements 1. The amount of urgent need activities 2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit persons of low and moderate income.Overall Benefit - A consecutive period of one, two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 100.00% Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 25060117 W Discussion The City of Auburn will continue to use all of its funds to support residents of low/moderate income while maintaining a focus on underserved and special populations. Annual Action Plan 2019 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 49