HomeMy WebLinkAbout5568 RESOLUTION NO. 5568
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AUBURN, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE SUBSTANTIAL
AMENDMENT TO THE 2020 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
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 objective 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, on March 27, 2020, the U.S. Congress passed The Coronavirus Aid,
Relief, and Economic Security Act (H.R. 748), also known as the CARES Act, which
allocates $5 billion in supplemental CDBG funding for grants to prevent, prepare for, and
respond to the coronavirus (CDBG-CV);
WHEREAS, to reallocate funds received, a substantial amendment must be made
to the 2020 Annual Action 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 residents in the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN,
WASHINGTON, RESOLVES as follows:
Resolution No. 5568
December 8, 2020
Page 1 of 2^ Rev.2019
Section 1. Pursuant to the provisions of 24 CFR 91, the 2020 Annual Action
Plan previously adopted by the City of Auburn City Council is amended, consistent with
the attached Exhibit "A", reallocating approximately $205,000 of available CDBG funds
for projects that are consistent with federal regulations and with the objectives and
policies of the Auburn Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Plan, primarily
to provide public services that prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus for
low to moderate income Auburn residents.
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.
Dated and Signed: December 21, 2020
CITY OF AUBURN
4.
tcCY US, MAYOR
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Shawn Campbell, MMC, City Cle Clerk Kendra Comeau, City Attorney
Resolution No. 5568
December 8, 2020
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City of Auburn CDBG 2020 Annual Action Plan Amendment
Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary- 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction
This substantial amendment of the 2019 Action Plan is a requirement of the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development(HUD), in order for the City of Auburn to receive the allocation related to the
third funding round of Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus(CDBG-CV)from the CARES
Act.This plan is amended to incorporate$541,197 of CDBG-CV funds to prevent, prepare for,and
respond to the coronavirus (COVID-19). Of these CDBG-CV funds,the City is proposing that$494,660 will
be allocated to Public Services,with the remaining$46,537 for program administration.
2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
This Action Plan Amendment reallocates a total of$205,000 dollars in 2020 Community Development
Block Grant funds to respond to Coronavirus in the community utilizing Public Services.With the overall
goal of preventing, preparing for,and responding to coronavirus,the following objectives and outcomes
will be employed:
1. Support programs providing food assistance for low to moderate income Auburn residents,
vulnerable to Coronavirus, living in Senior Affordable Housing properties.
2. Support programs providing both training for a path to employment and support to Auburn
residents impacted by Coronavirus and entering a new field to maintain employment.
3. Support programs providing mental health services to Auburn youth experiencing homelessness
that have been impacted by the Coronavirus.
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process
Consistent with the City of Auburn's amended Citizen Participation Plan,the amended 2020 Action Plan
was made available for public review between December 2 and December 7,2020 on the City of Auburn
website and via email or mail, if requested.
The Amended 2020 Action Plan was posted on the City of Auburn Community Services webpage with
notice provided in the Seattle Times on December 2,2020.
5. 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
No public comments were received.
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 Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative
of Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount Description
Funds Allocation: Income: Resources: $ Available
$ $ $ Remainder
of ConPlan
CDBG public Acquisition Resources
Admin and anticipated
federal Planning based on
Economic 2020
Development entitlement
Housing
Public
_ _ Improvements 631,937 683.119
Public
_ - Services 632,031 0 51,182 683.216 2,520,000
General public Public General
Fund -local Services fund
allocation
to human
services in
the
490,000 0 0 490,000 2,000,000 community.
Table 1-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
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 in the community. However,CDBG
funds are not the only source of funds the City uses to support public services and community projects
and activities.The City's general funds are used to support public services in addition to CDBG funds.
CDBG funds do not require matching funds:
If appropriate,describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that
may be used to address the needs identified in the plan
Discussion
The City of Auburn will explore possibilities to utilize publicly owned land to address needs identified in
the Consolidated Plan.
Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives-91.420,91.220(c)(3)&(e)
Goals Summary Information
Sort Goal Name I Start End Category Geographic Needs Funding Goal Outcome Indicator
Order •Year Year Area Addressed
Affordable Housing 2020 -2024 Affordable- Affordable CDBG: ••• • • -
-- _ Housing':: .:- Housing $380,090 Activitic.for owlModcratc
- Public Housing Income Housing Beneft•5
Homeless $160,000 Households Assisted
Non-Homeless Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated:
Special Needs €-540 Household Housing Unit
2 Ending 2020 2024 Homeless Ending CDBG: Public service activities other than
Homelessness_- Homelessness $265.000 Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit:165 Persons Assisted
70,009
Public Service Activities to respond
to COVID-19 in the community
($205,000):173 persons assisted
3 Community and 2020 2024 Non-Homeless Community CDBG: Public Facility or Infrastructure
Economic Special Needs and Economic Activities other than
Development Non-Housing Development $118,216 Low/Moderate Income Housing
Community Benefit:200 Persons Assisted
Development
4 Planning and 2020 2024 CDBG: Other:0 Other
Administration
$109,903
Table 2—Goals Summary
Goal Descriptions
1 Goal Name Affordable Housing
Goal The City of Auburn will engage in housing activities,collaborations,and partnerships to enhance opportunities for the
Description creation and preservation of affordable housing.The City will plan for and support fair housing strategies and initiatives
designed to affirmatively further fair housing choice,and to increase access to housing and housing programs.
2 Goal Name Ending Homelessness •
Goal The City of Auburn will support Public Service activities that work toward the following outcomes:1)reduce the number
Description of households becoming homeless;2)reduce the length of time that households are homeless;3)increase the rate of
exits to permanent housing;and 4)reduce the number of households that re-enter the homeless system after exit to
permanent housing.
3 Goal Name Community and Economic Development
Goal In an effort to meet the need of Auburn's economic and demographic growth the City intends to fund programs and
Description activities that will enhance the economy,accessibility,safety,and physical appearance of neighborhoods.Activities that
would be eligible for funding include fair housing public services,public infrastructure and ADA improvements for public
facilities.These investments help to ensure equitable opportunities for good health,happiness,safety,self-reliance and
connection to community.
4 Goal Name Planning and Administration
Goal General administration and project management
Description
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.
# Project Name
1 Housing Repair
2 Healthpoint •
3 Employment Training Program
4 Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements
5 - -. - - -- • . _• . - _ _ ----
6 Planning and Administration
7 COVID-Related Food Assistance
8 COVID-Related Behavioral Health Services
9 COVID-Related Employment Services _
Table 3—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.
Changes have been made to allocations and goals to make funds available for responding to the effects
of COVID-19 on low to moderate income Auburn residents.These funds utilize the flexibilities that HUD
provided lifting thePublicServices cap for programs that prevent, prepare for,or respond to
Coronavirus.
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.
AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
1 Project Name Housing Repair
Target Area
Goals Supported Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG:$350,000160.000
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 12/31/2020
Estimate the number and type An estimated 65.40 low to moderate income families will benefit from the housing repair program.As
of families that will benefit the City's largest homeless prevention program,housing repair ensures the sustainability of a safe home
from the proposed activities for some of Auburn's most vulnerable residents.Of the.6-540 low to moderate income residents who
apply for the program,over half of them are of the senior and disabled population.
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities Activities include minor home repairs.
2 Project Name Healthpoint
Target Area
Goals Supported Ending 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 12/31/2020
Estimate the number and type At least 150 low to moderate income Auburn residents will have benefitted from the proposed
of families that will benefit activities.
from the proposed activities
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities
4 Project Name Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements
Target Area
Goals Supported Community and Economic Development
Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment
Funding CDBG:$118,216
Description Provide sidewalk ADA improvements in low-to moderate-income areas of Auburn,improving
accessibility,safety,and community connectedness.
Target Date 12/31/2020
Estimate the number and type At least 200 low to moderate income Auburn residents will benefit from the improvements.
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities Planned activities include sidewalk improvements to install missing sections or ADA-compliant curb
ramps in the Forrest Villa area and on 2nd St SE between N St SE and Pike St SE
5 Project Name
Target Area
Goals Supported "Koraobic Housing
Needs Addressed
Funding CDBG:$30,000
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Target Date 12/31/2013
-Estimate the number and type : •• : - •: -- : • : •- -• •- : :••• - -• .
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
Location Description
Planned Activities
6 Project Name COVID-Related Food Assistance
•
•
Target Area
' •
Goals Supported Ending Homelessness
Needs Addressed Food Access
Funding CDBG:$75,000
Description- YMCA's Food assistance program is designed to deliver food to Auburn's senior population living in local
• low-income housing communities.This basic needs service is critical to seniors in Auburn and will
_ _ - provide additional and much needed food access to seniors in King County Housing Authority locations,
-- . -- _ .especially as more Public Health restrictions are instituted and virus spread continues.
Target Date 12/31/2021
!Estimate the'numberarid type-i•.At.least 100 low to moderate income Auburn residents will have benefitted from the proposed
of families that will benefit activities.
from the proposed activities
Location Description n/a
!•::,;°.i{t_; .r:.;;Planned,Activities Meal distribution to low income housing complexes in Auburn
- __ . . ,7 Project Name COVID-Related Behavioral Health Services
Target Area
Goals Supported Ending Homelessness
Needs Addressed Homeless Intervention
Funding CDBG:$5Q000
Description: Funds:will,be used toprovide additional staff capacity to provide mental health support to young adult
shelterclients impacted by COVID-19.Access to mental and behavior health services has been
identified as a area of importance by the Needs Assessment.Isolation and quarantining measures has
r
exacerbated•need for mental health resources.
Target Date 12/31/2021
-_Estimate the number and type" At least"60.low_to moderate income Auburn residents will have benefitted from the proposed activities:
of families that will benefit
from the proposed activities
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities
8 Project Name COVID-Related Employment Services csrir: -_
Target Area
Goals Supported Ending Homelessness
Needs Addressed Homeless Prevention and Intervention
Funding CDBG:$50,000
..ri:f th Description a:. _: ,.:_ _,r- a Employment support is critical during this time when Auburn is seeing a high unemployment rate
_:r;;, r"; ; . .;r -::;:{ ,:,:,i ;: .and.:residentsHiill-need training for a new field for employment.Orion will provide both training = -=
TrCnt , , rnsir:_fora path,to employment and support to those entering a new field to maintain employment. -
Target Date 12/31/2021 ;,•, , ._;r_.
. c=
;;;;-C-:-.1e Esti late the:"riumber:and type,of-,= At least 13-low to moderate income Auburn residents will have benefitted from the proposed
families that will benefit from the activities.
proposed activities
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities
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 4-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
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.
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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 and increase 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$300,000$160,000 of CDBG funds to the City's Housing Repair Program.The program
provides emergency repairs necessary to maintain safe housing for at least 6-540 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 multiple robust regional efforts to coordinate affordable housing
activities in King County. One of these efforts,The South King Housing and Homelessness Partners
(SKHHP) is a coalition formed by an interlocal agreement between the jurisdictions of Auburn, Burien,
Covington, Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent, Normandy Park, Renton,Tukwila, and King County.The
agreement allows for South King County jurisdictions to work together and share resources in order to
effectively address affordable housing and homelessness.This collaborative model is based on similar
approaches used in Snohomish County, East King County,and other areas of the country.The purpose of
the coalition is to increase the available options for South King County residents to access affordable
housing and to preserve the existing affordable housing stock.
Additionally,the City of Auburn has been an active participant in the recently formed Affordable
Housing Committee of the Growth Management Planning Council (GMPC),with a City Councilmember
sitting on the Committee as a voting member.The Affordable Housing Committee serves as a regional
advisory body to recommend action and assess progress toward implementing the Regional Affordable
Housing Task Force(RAHTF) Five Year Action Plan.The Committee functions as a point in coordinating
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and owning accountability for affordable housing efforts across King County.
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 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 within the context
of this Annual Action Plan include but are not limited to:
• Allocating$60,000 to healthcare services targeted at families who are uninsured or
underinsured
• Prioritizing Public Service COVID response for low to moderate income households in Auburn,
- including food assistance for low-income seniors, behavioral health services for young adults
_ experiencing homelessness,and employment services to help support re-training and re-
- _ employment.Additionally;$30,000 of 2020 CDBG funds have been allocated to COVID-related
childcare services through a 2019 AAP Amendment.
• 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
In addition,the city will continue to support and fund programs serving families living in poverty through
a competitive human services funding process.
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
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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 forces.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
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 2016 the 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.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(1)(1,2,4)
Introduction
The City of Auburn does not anticipate receiving any program income during the 2020 Annual Action
Plan year.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(I)(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
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