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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2024 Annual Action Plan Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 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 2020-2024. Actions that will be undertaken in 2024 are outlined in this Annual Action Plan. The City of Auburn anticipates the receipt of$600,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in 2024. In addition to CDBG funds,the City is planned to allocate approximately 1% of the City's General Funds to Human Services. The City's Human Services program, housed in the Community Services Division, oversees and is responsible for providing and managing financial resources to more than 30 non-profit agencies that serve the Auburn community.The Community Services division is also responsible for administering the local housing repair program and developing collaborations among community partners to strengthen the response to residents in need. The 2024 Action Plan proposes to allocate $90,000 of CDBG funds to public services. Consistent with the goals established in the City's Consolidated Plan, these funds will be used to support Homelessness Prevention and Intervention. Approximately $120,000 of the CDBG funds will be allocated to program administration, which includes planning and administration of the CDBG program overall, citizen participation, reporting, and administration of the City's CDBG-funded Housing Repair Program. $115,000 of the 2024 funding is designated to support sidewalk ADA improvements in low-to moderate- income residential areas. The City will also be making $75,000 available through a competitive RFP process for Microenterprise Assistance. The remaining $200,000 of 2024 funds will be allocated to residential rehabilitation, providing free minor home repair services to low- and very low-income Auburn residents. The City of Auburn is committed to continuing to focus on achieving equitable outcomes for its community members and achieving a greater collaboration among service providers. Overall the implementation of the Consolidated Plan is progressing as planned and the primary activities included are underway. Annual Action Plan 1 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan This Action Plan allocates a total of$600,000 dollars in anticipated 2024 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. Affordable Housing: The City of Auburn will engage in housing activities, collaborations, and partnerships to enhance opportunities for the 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. Ending Homelessness: The City of Auburn will support Public Service activities that work toward the following outcomes: 1) reduce the number 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. Community and Economic Development: In an effort to meet the need of Auburn's economic and demographic growth the City intends to fund programs and 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, microenterprise assistance, and economic development activities. These investments help to ensure equitable opportunities for good health, happiness, safety, self-reliance and connection to community. 4. Planning and Administration: 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 During the past year Auburn has accomplished significant achievement on its programs and impacted the lives of thousands of residents. In 2023 alone, projects funded by the City completed the following: Annual Action Plan 2 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp,06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A • 64 very low- and low-income Auburn homeowners received housing repair services. Roughly 70% of these homeowners were seniors. • 82 low-to moderate-income Auburn residents received emergency subsistence supports. • 72 microenterprise counseling and funding sessions. • A sidewalk project was completed to support greater ADA accessibility for Auburn residents, with an estimated direct impact for 472 residents. Despite not having specific COVID response funds in 2023, the City of Auburn has prioritized COVID response with CDBG funds over the course of the pandemic. 4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process The city engaged in a public participation process for the 2024 Annual Action Plan, as outlined below: • Drafts of the Action Plan have been made available for public via mail and on the City's website and notices of its public view were publicized in the local newspaper as of October 24, 2023. Interested community members were invited to provide comment via mail, email, or on the City's public engagement web platform, Speak Up Auburn!, www.speakupauburn.org/cdbg until November 23, 2023, • A public hearing was provided on October 23, 2023, the City's Human Services Committee meeting to hear public comment and input on priorities to be included in the 2024 Annual Action Plan. • An additional public hearing was held on December 18, 2023, during the Auburn City Council meeting, to hear public comment and input on the published draft of the 2024 Annual Action Plan. The City of Auburn in conjunction with the King County CDBG Consortium consulted with multiple public and private agencies during the development of the consolidated plan. Consultations occurred during regional meetings as well as in individual conversations. Agencies that participated in consultations regarding public services, fair housing, and other topics relevant to the drafting of the 2024 Annual Action Plan included: the South King Housing and Homelessness Partners, local legal assistance providers, other government human service providers and nonprofit agencies delivering services in Auburn and the sub-region. 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. Annual Action Plan 3 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 5. Summary of public comments No Comments Received 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them No Comments Received 7. Summary No Comments Received Annual Action Plan 4 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 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 Community Development Department CDBG Administrator AUBURN Community Development Department ESG Administrator KING COUNTY DCHS Table 1—Responsible Agencies Narrative The City of Auburn, as a member of the King County Consortium, administers its own CDBG funds and prepares its own Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans for the administration of those funds. As a member of the King County Consortium, the City works closely with numerous nonprofit organizations in the region that implement programs funded by the City of Auburn CDBG program. A detailed list of agencies responsible for administering funded programs by CDBG can be found in the Action Plan section of this document. Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information Jeff Tate Director of Community Development City of Auburn 25 West Main Street Auburn, WA 98001 253.804.5036 jtate@auburnwa.gov Annual Action Plan 5 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A AP-10 Consultation —91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1) 1. Introduction This section describes the community consultation process followed by the City of Auburn in developing the 2024 Annual Action Plan and the coordination with other local governments, the Continuum of Care, service agencies, and community stakeholders. The City of Auburn consulted with multiple public and private agencies as well as community members during the development of the Consolidated Plan. 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 throughout the duration of the plan in efforts to enhance strategies and systems to meet established goals and objectives of the plan. Through the monthly SKC Forum on Homelessness meetings that the City of Auburn co- facilitates, the City is able to consult with a number of service providers and entities operating within South King County. This includes representatives from King County Library System, whose work with digital access (especially within the mobile outreach program) helps to inform our understanding of barriers to internet access within the community. 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(I)). 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. The City of Auburn, in partnership with the Seattle-King County Coalition on Homelessness, convenes a monthly group of service providers, faith communities, community advocates, and others, to coordinate efforts on serving individuals experiencing homelessness in South King County. The meeting provides a venue for resource sharing, collaboration, training, and best practice implementation. City staff also participate in regional collaborative and decision making bodies such as the King County Joint Recommendations Committee (JRC) and the South King County Human Services Planners group. The city is a member of the King County Human Services Funder Collaborative, which provides a more streamlined process for human service agencies to access funding from multiple cities. Annual Action Plan 6 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A Additionally, the City participates in monthly Homelessness Action Committee 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 homeless services funded through regional efforts. In addition to these groups, the City's regional collaboration work on affordable housing is supported by the South King Housing and Homelessness Partners, which Auburn and other South King County Cities contribute to in order to build additional capacity to address issues related to housing and homelessness in the South Icing 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. In 2016, King County and All Home, our region's Continuum of Care (CoC) lead agency at the time, launched the Coordinated Entry for All (CEA) system for homeless populations and our region has been refining the system since then. National research identifies coordinated entry as a key component for an effective homeless system because it improves the quality of client screening and assessment, matches clients to appropriately targeted services and resources, and promotes a more efficient use of resources. CEA processes and prioritizes assistance based on vulnerability and severity of service needs to ensure that people who need assistance the most can receive it in a timely manner. Chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, unaccompanied youth, and young adults are a part of the coordinated system. In addition, CEA utilizes regional access points which serve as the primary "front door" for the homeless housing system. In 2021, the newly-created King County Regional Homelessness Authority (KCRHA) became our CoC lead agency, and has worked to consolidate structures and contracts across King County and Seattle to create greater efficiency and maximize impact. In 2023, this work continued and Auburn remained a partner in the work of the KCRHA. Auburn's mayor currently sits on the Governance Board of the Regional Homelessness Authority, and staff participate in bi-weekly meetings with KCRHA to collaborate and inform the work they are overseeing, particularly in regards to subregional planning. 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 Annual Action Plan 7 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp,06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS The ESG program focuses on assisting people to quickly regain stability in permanent housing after experiencing homelessness or a housing crisis. Auburn does not receive ESG funds directly. Coordinating with King County's Continuum of Care (CoC) is critical to our region's implementation. The City will continue to look for deeper ways of participating in and collaborating with the Regional Homelessness Authority and its Advisory Committee, which serves as our Continuum of Care. The City of Auburn supports the continuum of housing including prevention,emergency shelter, and permanent housing. The City provides financial support for these efforts with City general funds and also commits staff and leadership time to the ongoing development and implementation of the system to address the needs of persons experiencing homelessness. The City participates in and supports numerous coalitions and committees, such as the South King County Forum on Homelessness and the Homelessness Action Committee, focusing on developing resources in South King County. The City also participates in the annual Point in Time Count, which provides invaluable data for planning.The Point In Time Count was conducted utilizing a new methodology in 2022, which included over 500 in depth interviews with individuals experiencing homelessness. KCRHA utilized geographic hubs to reach individuals during this Count. One of the hub locations was located in Auburn. The City provides both CDBG and local funds to agencies that serve chronically homeless individuals and families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth. 2. Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and consultations 1 Agency/Group/Organization KING COUNTY Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government—County Annual Action Plan 8 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A What section of the Plan was addressed Housing Need Assessment by Consultation? Homelessness Strategy Homeless Needs—Chronically homeless Homeless Needs—Families with children Homelessness Needs—Veterans Homelessness Needs—Unaccompanied youth Non-Homeless Special Needs Market Analysis How was the As a member of the King County Housing Consortium Agency/Group/Organization consulted for the purpose of HOME funds, Auburn works closely and what are the anticipated outcomes with King County in the development of the City's and of the consultation or areas for the County's Consolidated Plan. Because the two improved coordination? entities have a cardinal role in each other's program delivery there is active participation from both parties in the development of the plan. Staff from King County and Auburn met regularly prior to and during the development of the plan, and Auburn rotates as a regular voting member of the County's Joint Recommendations Committee. 2 Agency/Group/Organization KENT Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government—Local What section of the Plan was addressed Housing Need Assessment by Consultation? Lead-based Paint Strategy Homelessness Strategy Homeless Needs—Chronically homeless Homeless Needs—Families with children Homelessness Needs—Veterans Homelessness Needs—Unaccompanied youth Non-Homeless Special Needs Market Analysis Anti-poverty Strategy How was the As members of the Urban County Consortium, Agency/Group/Organization consulted Auburn and Kent staff worked closely together during and what are the anticipated outcomes the development of the Consolidated Plan. Staff from of the consultation or areas for both cities attend monthly meetings to discuss improved coordination? human services and housing trends, needs, and progress on ongoing initiatives. Annual Action Plan 9 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 3 Agency/Group/Organization FEDERAL WAY Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government—Local What section of the Plan was addressed Housing Need Assessment by Consultation? Lead-based Paint Strategy Homelessness Strategy Homeless Needs—Chronically homeless Homeless Needs—Families with children Homelessness Needs—Veterans Homelessness Needs—Unaccompanied youth Non-Homeless Special Needs Market Analysis Anti-poverty Strategy How was the As members of the Urban County Consortium, Agency/Group/Organization consulted Auburn and Federal Way staff worked closely and what are the anticipated outcomes together during the development of the Consolidated of the consultation or areas for Plan. Staff from both cities attend monthly meetings improved coordination? to discuss human services and housing trends, needs, and progress on ongoing initiatives. 4 Agency/Group/Organization King County Regional Homelessness Authority Agency/Group/Organization Type Planning organization What section of the Plan was addressed Housing Need Assessment by Consultation? Public Housing Needs Homelessness Strategy Homeless Needs—Chronically homeless Homeless Needs— Families with children Homelessness Needs—Veterans Homelessness Needs—Unaccompanied youth How was the Auburn participates in monthly meetings convened Agency/Group/Organization consulted by the King County Regional Homelessness Authority and what are the anticipated outcomes (KCRHA) on homeless response needs and strategy in of the consultation or areas for SKC, and bimonthly meetings focused on affordable improved coordination? housing data and developments.The information collected by KCRHA helps to inform multiple pieces of our Annual Action Plan, particularly those strategies related to homelessness and affordable housing in our community. Annual Action Plan 10 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 5 Agency/Group/Organization Seattle-King County Coalition on Homelessness Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless Nonprofit agency What section of the Plan was addressed Homelessness Strategy by Consultation? Homeless Needs—Chronically homeless Homeless Needs—Families with children Homelessness Needs—Veterans Homelessness Needs—Unaccompanied youth How was the Auburn is a member of the Seattle-King County Agency/Group/Organization consulted Coalition on Homelessness(SKCCH), and co-convenes and what are the anticipated outcomes a monthly group of service providers working with of the consultation or areas for people experiencing homelessness in our improved coordination? communities.The meetings provide a frequent check- in point, and the opportunity to hear from providers directly on the challenges and trends they're seeing in Auburn.The Coalition on Homelessness' organizational members include agencies and community groups that provide emergency shelter and services,transitional housing, and permanent, supported housing to the roughly 27,000 men, women, and children who are homeless in King County during one year. 6 Agency/Group/Organization South King County Housing and Homelessness Partners Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government—Local Regional organization What section of the Plan was addressed Housing Need Assessment by Consultation? Public Housing Needs Homelessness Strategy Homeless Needs—Chronically homeless Homeless Needs—Families with children Homelessness Needs—Veterans Homelessness Needs—Unaccompanied youth Annual Action Plan 11 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A How was the South King Housing and Homelessness Partners Agency/Group/Organization consulted (SKHHP) is a coalition formed by an interlocal and what are the anticipated outcomes agreement between the jurisdictions of Auburn, of the consultation or areas for Burien, Covington, Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent, improved coordination? Maple Valley, 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. Annual Action Plan 12 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A Table 2—Agencies,groups,organizations who participated Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting A wide range of groups and organizations participated in the process including public funders from Washington State and King County partner jurisdictions, public housing authorities, members from the Seattle-King County Housing Development Consortium, stakeholders, housing providers for low-and-moderate income persons, agencies who serve persons who are homeless, and Seattle- King County Public Health. In addition to the consultations referenced above,Auburn, King County and Consortium partner staff coordinate closely with each other and fan out to participate and attend a wide range of standing meetings with city planners, housing and service providers. 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 this type of organization. Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? Continuum of Care King County Regional Homeless Authority The 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 Other local/regional/federal planning efforts Narrative Annual Action Plan 13 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 1. AP-12 Participation—91.401,91.105, 91.200 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting Public 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 CDBG 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. Annual Action Plan 14 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A Citizen Participation Outreach Annual Action Plan 15 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A Sort Ord Mode of Outre Target of Outre Summary of Summary of Summary of comm URL(If applicable) er ach ach response/attend comments recei ents not accepted ance ved and reasons 1. Public Hearing Non- A Public Hearing No comments No comments targeted/broad was conducted were received were received community during the October 23 and December 4, 2023 Auburn City Council meeting to hear public comment and input on the published draft of the 2024 Annual Action Plan. No comments were received. 2. Newspaper Ad Non- A newspaper ad No comments No comments targeted/broad was placed in the were received were received community City's paper of record,the Seattle Times, on October 24, 2023. No comments were received. Annual Action Plan 16 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A Sort Ord Mode of Outre Target of Outre Summary of Summary of Summary of comm URL(If applicable) er ach ach response/attend comments recei ents not accepted ance ved and reasons 3. Web posting Non- Interested No comments No comments www.speakupauburn.org/cdbg on Speak Up targeted/broad community were received were received Auburn community members were invited to provide comment via the City's public engagement web platform, Speak Up Auburn!, until November 23, 2023. No comments were received 4. Web posting Broad No comments No comments No comments www.auburnwa.gov/community on City's community, were received were received were received services Community Service Services page providers in Auburn Table 4—Citizen Participation Outreach Annual Action Plan 17 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 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 Description of Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount Funds Allocation: Income:$ Resources: $ Available $ $ Remainder of ConPlan CDBG Public- Admin and $600,000 0 $0 $600,000 $600,000 Auburn is anticipating federal Planning approximately Fair Housing $600,000 per year in Public CDBG funds for the Improvements remainder of the Public Services Consolidated Plan period. General Fund Public Public Services Estimated: 0 0 Estimated: $1,800,000 General funds -local $1,100,000 $1,100,000 supporting Human Services grants in the City of Auburn Table 5-Expected Resources—Priority Table Annual Action Plan 18 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 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 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 19 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp_06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 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 Category Geographic Needs Funding Goal Outcome Indicator Order Year Year Area Addressed 1 Affordable Housing 2020 2024 Affordable Affordable CDBG: Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated: Housing Housing $200,000 65 Household Housing Unit Public Housing Homeless Non-Homeless Special Needs 2 Ending 2020 2024 Homeless Ending CDBG:$90,000 Public service activities other than Homelessness Homelessness Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 96 Persons Assisted 3 Community and 2020 2024 Non-Homeless Community CDBG: Public Facility or Infrastructure Economic Special Needs and Economic $190,000 Activities other than Development Non-Housing Development Low/Moderate Income Housing Community Benefit:500 Persons Assisted Development Microenterprise Assistance: 20 Persons Assisted 4 Planning and 2020 2024 CDBG: Other: 0 Other Administration $120,000 Table 6—Goals Summary Annual Action Plan 20 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A Goal Description 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 of Description 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, economic development and microenterprise activities, 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 Annual Action Plan 21 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 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 ADMINISTRATION 3 SOLID GROUND HOUSING STABILITY PROGRAM 5 MICROENTERPRISE ASSISTANCE 6 ADA SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS 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. In addition to supporting Consolidated Plan goals, the inclusion of microenterprise assistance is responsive to increased need for support post-pandemic that we have seen in our small business community. 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 Annual Action Plan 22 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A projects, sidewalk projects, and administrative activities. The City's 2023 allocation was lower than anticipated in the original planning efforts. As laid out in our Annual Action Plan contingencies, we reduced the amount of funding allocated to housing repair and administrative activities. We did need to reduce the amount allocated to public services in order to avoid exceeding the maximum allowable set aside for that purpose, but we retain the same proportion of funding set aside for public services in this plan. Funding was also slightly reduced in our sidewalk project, as it was determined that we will still have sufficient funding to carry out a sidewalk improvement project at that funding level. 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 23 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp,06/30/2018) Resolution 5743— Exhibit A AP-38 Project Summary Project Summary Information 1 Project Name Housing Repair Target Area None Goals Supported Affordable Housing Needs Addressed Affordable Housing Funding CDBG: $200,000 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 12/31/2024 Estimate the number and type An estimated 65 low-and very low-income families will benefit from the housing repair program.As the of families that will benefit City's largest homeless prevention program, housing repair ensures the sustainability of a safe home for from the proposed activities some of Auburn's most vulnerable residents. Of the 65 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 Administration • Target Area None Goals Supported All Needs Addressed Planning and Administration Funding CDBG:$120,000 Description General administration and project management Annual Action Plan 24 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A Target Date 12/31/2024 Estimate the number and type n/a 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 Solid Ground Housing Stability Program Target Area Goals Supported End Homelessness Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment Funding CDBG:$90,000 Description Provide time limited emergency subsistence/rental assistance to Auburn residents paired with supportive services based on the progressive engagement model to support homelessness prevention and increased housing stability.This is a public service activity. Target Date 12/31/2024 Estimate the number and type 60 low to moderate income Auburn residents will benefit from the housing stability program. of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description n/a 5 Project Name Microenterprise Assistance Target Area Annual Action Plan 25 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A Goals Supported Community and Economic Development Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment. Funding CDBG:$75,000 Description Make funds available through an RFP process to nonprofit agencies to provide Microenterprise Assistance services to low to moderate income Auburn residents. Target Date 03/31/2025 Estimate the number and type An estimated 20 microenterprise businesses will benefit from the proposed activity. of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description n/a 6 Project Name ADA Sidewalk Accessibility Improvements Target Area none Goals Supported Community and Economic Development Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment Funding CDBG:$115,000 Annual Action Plan 26 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A Description Provide sidewalk ADA improvements in low-to moderate-income residential areas of Auburn, improving accessibility,safety,and community connectedness. Target Date 12/31/2024 Estimate the number and type 500 low to moderate income Auburn residents will benefit from the improvements. of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description The specific location of 2024 sidewalk ADA improvement projects has not been finalized, but the City aims to support improvements in low income residential areas, especially in those areas where a project can support greater residential connections to transit and services. Planned Activities TBD Annual Action Plan 27 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 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 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. Annual Action Plan 28 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743— Exhibit A AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing - 91.420, 91.220(j) 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, South King Housing and Homelessness Partners, 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 2019,the Washington State Legislature adopted House Bill 1923,which awarded grants in the amount up to$100,000 to cities for the purpose of increasing residential capacity.The City of Auburn partnered with five other South King County jurisdictions to establish a sub-regional framework of existing conditions.The results of that effort were used to inform and aid in the development of Auburn's own Housing Action Plan. Annual Action Plan 29 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A Auburn's Housing Action Plan focuses on encouraging construction of additional affordable and market rate housing in a greater variety of housing types and at prices that are accessible to a greater variety of incomes, including strategies aimed at the for-profit single-family home market. The Housing Action Plan aims to address the following four goals: A) Encourage market rate development in Downtown Auburn: more development and denser development B) Encourage the development of below-market workforce housing in Downtown Auburn C) Encourage the development of middle housing types in R-5 and R-7 Zones in the Study Area D) Prevent displacement and encourage the preservation of existing affordable housing The final Housing Action Plan was adopted by Auburn City Council on July 6, 2021.The City will continue its work in implementing strategies identified in the Housing Action Plan in 2023 and through the remainder of the Consolidated Plan period. In 2020 the City of Auburn passed an ordinance adopting a new chapter of Rental Housing Code. Included in this ordinance were multiple housing stability strategies, including increased notice of rental increases, a cap on late fees, and a Just Cause Eviction Ordinance that requires landlords to have good cause in order to evict or terminate tenancy of a renter.Just Cause protections are especially helpful in addressing fair housing issues, and this adoption was consistent with the City's efforts related to the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.This builds on previous protections passed by Auburn City Council, including Source of Income Discrimination protections and enhanced rental inspections. Auburn staff have been involved in local and regional policy conversations exploring opportunities to further support anti-displacement efforts and reduce barriers to affordable housing development within our jurisdiction. In 2022,the City of Auburn funded Fair Housing Public Services utilizing CDBG funds, consistent with the findings and goals of the City's adopted Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.The City also continues to support proactive landlord and tenant Annual Action Plan 30 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A education through outreach and web-based resource supports. Annual Action Plan 31 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 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 $200,000 of CDBG funds to the City's Housing Repair Program. The program provides emergency repairs necessary to maintain safe housing for at least 65 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. The City has formally adopted a Housing Action Plan, as discussed in AP-75, that is helping to guide current and future efforts in this area.That plan is available to the public on the City of Auburn's website. Auburn has been participating in multiple robust regional efforts to coordinate affordable housing activities in King County. One of these efforts, The South Icing 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 Annual Action Plan 32 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 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 Affordable Housing Committee of the Growth Management Planning Council (GMPC), with a City Councilmember sitting on the Committee as an alternate 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 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 $200,000 to the Housing Repair program, which serves low- and very low- income residents and supports households to remain in safe and affordable housing. • Allocating $90,000 to public service activities providing Homelessness Prevention and Intervention services. • 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 Annual Action Plan 33 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A 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 Homelessness Partnership, the Regional Homelessness Authority 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 prioritize General Fund human services dollars for housing and homelessness interventions, and allocate $240,000 to basic needs 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. 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 34 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Resolution 5743 — Exhibit A Program Specific Requirements AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(I)(1,2,4) Introduction 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 Other CDBG Requirements Discussion Annual Action Plan 35 2024 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp,06/30/2018) RESOLUTION NO. 5743 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE 2024 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE CONSOLIDATED PLAN YEARS 2020-2024 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, 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 residents in the community; and WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Auburn heard and considered public comment about its proposed 2024 Action Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, HEREBY RESOLVES as follows: Resolution No. 5743 December 18, 2023 Page 1 of 2 Section 1. Pursuant to the provisions of 24 CFR 91, the City hereby adopts the 2024 Action Plan for the Consolidated Plan for Years 2020-2024, attached as Exhibit A. Section 2. That the Mayor is authorized to implement such administrative procedures as may be necessary to carry out the directives of this legislation. Section 3. That this Resolution shall take effect and be in full force upon passage and signatures hereon. Dated and Signed this 18th day of December, 2023. CITY OF AUBURN FANCY BACKUS, MAYOR ATTEST: Shawn Campbe IMC, City Clerk A`PROV:DAS Harry Boech`e;ActiT City Attorney Resolution No. 5743 December 18, 2023 Page 2 of 2 ( t�e Seattle Crimes AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION Hannah Scholl City of Auburn, Finance Dept 25 W Main St Auburn WA 98001 STATE OF WASHINGTON, COUNTIES OF KING AND SNOHOMISH The undersigned, on oath state.,that he/she is an authorized representative of The Seattle Times Company, publisher of The Seattle Times of general circulation published daily in King and Snohomish Counties, State of Washington. The Seattle Times has been approved as a legal newspaper by orders of the Superior Court of King and Snohomish Counties. The notice, in the exact form annexed, was published in the regular and entire issue of said paper or papers and distributed to its subscribers during all of the said period. 12/07/2023 Frankie Flight r Agent Signatureo Subscribed and sworn to before me on 2 ( Debbie Collantes (Notary Signature)Notary Public in and for the State of Washington,residing at Seattle Publication Cost: $251.99 M s* Order No: 68321 Customer No: 184 is r`!ra-;7.• PO#: State iu ion Comm.,;,,n11 197558 My Cr,;', :1. E):pies Feb 15, 2026 Page 1 NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND PUBLIC COMMENTS SOUGHT REGARDING THE 2024 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM Auburn, Washington - The City Council Publication Cost: $251.99 will conduct a public hearing in the Order No: 68321 Auburn City Hall Council Chambers, 25 West Main Street, on Monday, Decem- ber 18, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. or soon there- after. The purpose of this public hear- ing is to solicit public comments on the PO#: 2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan prior to its submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The proposed 2024 Annual Action Plan is a requirement for the Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. The Action Plan will describe housing and commu- nity development needs as well as pro- posed activities to address those needs. The Action Plan will reflect all public comments received. The Action Plan brings together the planning and fund- ing recommendations for human ser- vices, neighborhood revitalization and capital improvements funded by the Community Development Block Grant program. The Plan includes protect descriptions, recommended funding and proposed accomplishments for the 2024 program year. In accordance with 24 CFR 91 of HUD, the City of Auburn solicits comments and public input for its 2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) pro- gram. Copies of the City's 2020-2024 Consoli- dated Plan and the Draft 2024 Action Plan are available, at no charge, from the City of Auburn's Community Ser- vices Department located at 25 W. Main Street, Auburn, 98001. It is also posted on the City's website at www.auburnwa.gov/communityservices. Interested residents may offer oral comments at the Auburn City Council public hearing on Monday, December 18, 2023 at 7:00pm. The public can provide comments in- person or submit written comments In advance of the scheduled meeting. Written comments regarding Input on needs, priorities, or funding for the 2024 Annual Action Plan may be submit- ted via mall, fax,or email. Please mall written comments to: City of Auburn Dept of Community Development Attn: Jeff Tate, Director of Community Development 25 W Main St Auburn,WA 98001 Please fax written comments to: Attn: Jeff Tate, Director of Community Development Dept of Community Development Fax number: 253-804-3114 Email written comments to: Dept of Community Development Jtate@auburnwa.gov If an individual requires an accommo- dation to allow for remote verbal com- ment because of a difficulty attending a meeting of the board or commission, the City requests notice of the need for accommodation by 3:00 p.m. on the day of the scheduled meeting. Participants can request an accommodation to be able to provide remote verbal comment by contacting the Community Services Manager in person, by phone (253) 876- 1965,or email to Jtate©auburnwa.gov. Comments can also be submitted online, at www.speakupauburn.org/ cdbg. Comments will be accepted until 11:59pm on December 17,2023. Non-English speaking residents and cit- izens with speech, sight, or hearing impairments who wish to comment at the public hearing should contact the Auburn Department of Community Development. Each request will be con- sidered individually according to the type of assistance required, the avail- ability of resources, and the financial Page 2 ability of the City to provide accommo- dation. Applicant and Recipient U.S.Department of Housing OMB Number:2501-0017 Assurances and Certifications and Urban Development Expiration Date:01/31/2026 Instructions for the HUD-424-B Assurances and Certifications As part of your application for HUD funding,you,as the official authorized to sign on behalf of your organization or as an individual,must provide the following assurances and certifications,which replace any requirement to submit an SF-424-B or SF-424-D.The Responsible Civil Rights Official has specified this form for use for purposes of general compliance with 24 CFR§§1.5,3.115,8.50,and 146.25,as applicable.The Responsible Civil Rights Official may require specific civil rights assurances to be furnished consistent with those authorities and will specify the form on which such assurances must be made.A failure to furnish or comply with the civil rights assurances contained in this form may result in the procedures to effect compliance at 24 CFR§§1.8,3.115,8.57,or 146.39. By submitting this form,you are stating that all assertions made in this form are true,accurate,and correct. As the duly representative of the applicant,I certify that the applicant: *Authorized Representative Name: Prefix: *First Name: (Jeff Middle Name: *Last Name: 'Tate Suffix: *Title: (Director of Community Development *Applicant Organization: (City of Auburn, WA 1. Has the legal authority to apply for Federal assistance, is excluded by statute from coverage does not make this has the institutional,managerial and financial capability certification;and further except if the grant program (including funds to pay the non-Federal share of program authorizes or limits participation to designated populations, costs)to plan,manage and complete the program as then the applicant will comply with the nondiscrimination described in the application and the governing body has duly requirements within the designated population. authorized the submission of the application,including these 5. Will comply with all applicable Federal assurances and certifications,and authorized me as the official representative of the application to act in connection nondiscrimination requirements,including those listed at 24 with the application and to provide any additional information CFR§§5.105(a)and 5.106 as applicable. as may be required. 6. Will comply with the acquisition and relocation 2. Will administer the grant in compliance with Title VI of requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real the Civil Rights Act of 1964(42 U.S.0 2000(d))and Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970,as amended(42 implementing regulations(24 CFR part 1),which provide that U.S.C.4601)and implementing regulations at 49 CFR part no person in the United States shall,on the grounds of race, 24 and,as applicable,Section 104(d)of the Housing and color or national origin,be excluded from participation in,be Community Development Act of 1974(42 U.S.C.5304(d)) denied the benefits of,or otherwise be subject to and implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 42,subpart A. discrimination under any program or activity that receives 7. Will comply with the environmental requirements of the Federal financial assistance OR if the applicant is a National Environmental Policy Act(42 U.S.C.4321 et.seq.) Federally recognized Indian tribe or its tribally designated and related Federal authorities prior to the commitment or housing entity,is subject to the Indian Civil Rights Act(25 expenditure of funds for property. U.S.C.1301-1303). 8. That no Federal appropriated funds have been paid,or 3. Will administer the grant in compliance with Section 504 will be paid,by or on behalf of the applicant,to any person of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973(29 U.S.C.794),as for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or amended,and implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 8, employee of any agency,a Member of Congress,and officer the American Disabilities Act(42 U.S.C.§§12101 et.seq.), or employee of Congress,or an employee of a Member of and implementing regulations at 28 CFR part 35 or 36,as Congress,in connection with the awarding of this Federal applicable,and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975(42 grant or its extension,renewal,amendment or modification. U.S.C.6101-07)as amended,and implementing regulations If funds other than Federal appropriated funds have or will at 24 CFR part 146 which together provide that no person in be paid for influencing or attempting to influence the persons the United States shall,on the grounds of disability or age, listed above,I shall complete and submit Standard Form- be excluded from participation in,be denied the benefits of, LLL,Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying.I certify that I shall or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any require all subawards at all tiers(including sub-grants and program or activity that receives Federal financial contracts)to similarly certify and disclose accordingly. assistance;except if the grant program authorizes or limits Federally recognized Indian Tribes and tribally designated participation to designated populations,then the applicant housing entities(TDHEs)established by Federally- will comply with the nondiscrimination requirements within recognized Indian tribes as a result of the exercise of the the designated population. tribe's sovereign power are excluded from coverage by the 4. Will comply with the Fair Housing Act(42 U.S.C.3601-19), Byrd Amendment,but State-recognized Indian tribes and as amended,and the implementing regulations at 24 TDHs established under State law are not excluded from the CFR part 100,which prohibit discrimination in housing on the statute's coverage. basis of race,color,religion sex(including gender identity and sexual orientation),disability,familial status,or national origin and will affirmatively further fair housing;except an applicant which is an Indian tribe or its instrumentality which I/We,the undersigned,certify under penalty of perjury that the information provided above is true and correct. WARNING:Anyone who knowingly submits a false claim or makes a false statement is subject to criminal and/or civil penalties, including confinement for up to 5 years,fines,and civil and administrative penalties.(18 U.S.C.§§287,1001,1010,1012,1014; 31 U.S.C.§3729,3802). tak\kvot *Signature: qtr''046. ...... .......... .. .........I *Date: Form HUD-424-B(02/23) ASSURANCES - CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMS OMB Number:4040-0009 Expiration Date:02/28/2025 Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 15 minutes per response, including time for reviewing instructions,searching existing data sources,gathering and maintaining the data needed,and completing and reviewing the collection of information.Send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden,to the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project(0348-0042),Washington, DC 20503. PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET. SEND IT TO THE ADDRESS PROVIDED BY THE SPONSORING AGENCY. NOTE: Certain of these assurances may not be applicable to your project or program. If you have questions,please contact the Awarding Agency. Further,certain Federal assistance awarding agencies may require applicants to certify to additional assurances. If such is the case,you will be notified. As the duly authorized representative of the applicant:, I certify that the applicant: 1. Has the legal authority to apply for Federal assistance, 8. Will comply with the Intergovernmental Personnel Act and the institutional, managerial and financial capability of 1970(42 U.S.C.§§4728-4763)relating to prescribed (including funds sufficient to pay the non-Federal share standards of merit systems for programs funded of project costs)to ensure proper planning, under one of the 19 statutes or regulations specified in management and completion of project described in Appendix A of OPM's Standards for a Merit System of this application. Personnel Administration(5 C.F.R. 900,Subpart F). 2. Will give the awarding agency,the Comptroller General 9. Will comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning of the United States and,if appropriate,the State, Prevention Act(42 U.S.C. §§4801 et seq.)which the right to examine all records, books, papers,or prohibits the use of lead-based paint in construction or documents related to the assistance; and will establish rehabilitation of residence structures. a proper accounting system in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards or agency 10. Will comply with all Federal statutes relating to non- directives. discrimination.These include but are not limited to:(a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964(P.L.88-352) 3. Will not dispose of, modify the use of,or change the which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, terms of the real property title or other interest in the color or national origin;(b)Title IX of the Education site and facilities without permission and instructions Amendments of 1972,as amended(20 U.S.C. §§1681 from the awarding agency.Will record the Federal 1683,and 1685-1686),which prohibits discrimination awarding agency directives and will include a covenant on the basis of sex;(c)Section 504 of the in the title of real property acquired in whole or in part Rehabilitation Act of 1973,as amended(29)U.S.C. with Federal assistance funds to assure non- §794),which prohibits discrimination on the basis of discrimination during the useful life of the project. handicaps; (d)the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as 4. Will comply with the requirements of the assistance amended(42 U.S.C.§§6101 6107),which prohibits awarding agency with regard to the drafting, review and discrimination on the basis of age; (e)the Drug Abuse approval of construction plans and specifications. Office and Treatment Act of 1972(P.L.92-255),as amended relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of 5. Will provide and maintain competent and adequate drug abuse;(f)the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and engineering supervision at the construction site to Alcoholism Prevention,Treatment and Rehabilitation ensure that the complete work conforms with the Act of 1970(P.L.91-616),as amended, relating to approved plans and specifications and will furnish nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or progressive reports and such other information as may be alcoholism;(g)§§523 and 527 of the Public Health required by the assistance awarding agency or State. Service Act of 1912(42 U.S.C.§§290 dd-3 and 290 ee 3),as amended, relating to confidentiality of alcohol 6. Will initiate and complete the work within the applicable and drug abuse patient records; (h)Title VIII of the time frame after receipt of approval of the awarding agency. Civil Rights Act of 1968(42 U.S.C.§§3601 et seq.),as amended, relating to nondiscrimination in the sale, 7. Will establish safeguards to prohibit employees from rental or financing of housing; (i)any other using their positions for a purpose that constitutes or nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statue(s) presents the appearance of personal or organizational under which application for Federal assistance is being conflict of interest,or personal gain. made;and(j)the requirements of any other nondiscrimination statue(s)which may apply to the application. Previous Edition Usable Authorized for Local Reproduction Standard Form 424D(Rev.7-97) Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102 11. Will comply,or has already complied,with the Federal actions to State(Clean Air)implementation requirements of Titles II and III of the Uniform Relocation Plans under Section 176(c)of the Clean Air Act of Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1955, as amended(42 U.S.C.§§7401 et seq.);(g) 1970(P.L. 91-646)which provide for fair and equitable protection of underground sources of drinking water treatment of persons displaced or whose property is under the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974,as acquired as a result of Federal and federally-assisted amended(P.L. 93-523); and,(h)protection of programs.These requirements apply to all interests in real endangered species under the Endangered Species property acquired for project purposes regardless of Act of 1973, as amended(P.L.93-205). Federal participation in purchases. 16. Will comply with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 12. Will comply with the provisions of the Hatch Act(5 U.S.C. 1968(16 U.S.C. §§1271 et seq.)related to protecting §§1501-1508 and 7324-7328)which limit the political components or potential components of the national activities of employees whose principal employment wild and scenic rivers system. activities are funded in whole or in part with Federal funds. 17. Will assist the awarding agency in assuring compliance 13. Will comply,as applicable,with the provisions of the Davis- with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Bacon Act(40 U.S.C. §§276a to 276a-7),the Copeland Act Act of 1966, as amended(16 U.S.C.§470), EO 11593 (40 U.S.C.§276c and 18 U.S.C. §874),and the Contract (identification and protection of historic properties),and Work Hours and Safety Standards Act(40 U.S.C.§§327- the Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 333)regarding labor standards for federally-assisted 1974(16 U.S.C.§§469a-1 et seq). construction subagreements. 18. Will cause to be performed the required financial and 14. Will comply with flood insurance purchase requirements of compliance audits in accordance with the Single Audit Section 102(a)of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 Act Amendments of 1996 and OMB Circular No.A-133, (P.L. 93-234)which requires recipients in a special flood "Audits of States, Local Governments,and Non-Profit hazard area to participate in the program and to purchase Organizations." flood insurance if the total cost of insurable construction and acquisition is$10,000 or more. 19. Will comply with all applicable requirements of all other Federal laws, executive orders, regulations,and policies 15. Will comply with environmental standards which may be governing this program. prescribed pursuant to the following:(a)institution of environmental quality control measures under the National 20. Will comply with the requirements of Section 106(g)of Environmental Policy Act of 1969(P.L.91- the Trafficking Victims Protection Act(TVPA)of 2000, as 190)and Executive Order(EO)11514;(b)notification amended(22 U.S.C. 7104)which prohibits grant award of violating facilities pursuant to EO 11738;(c) recipients or a sub-recipient from(1)Engaging in severe protection of wetlands pursuant to EO 11990;(d) forms of trafficking in persons during the period of time evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains in accordance that the award is in effect(2)Procuring a commercial with EO 11988;(e)assurance of project consistency sex act during the period of time that the award is in with the approved State management program effect or(3)Using forced labor in the performance of the developed under the Coastal Zone Management Act of award or subawards under the award. 1972(16 U.S.C.§§1451 et seq.); (f)conformity of SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED CERTIFYING OFFICIAL TITLE ..-- " i , (Mayor APPLICANT ORl'34ZATION DATE SUBMITTED (City of Auburn I I ,. , y i a SF-424D(Rev.7-97)Back Specific Community Development Block Grant Certifications The Entitlement Community certifies that: Citizen Participation --It is in full compliance and following a detailed citizen participation plan that satisfies the requirements of 24 CFR 91.105. Community Development Plan--Its consolidated plan identifies community development and housing needs and specifies both short-term and long-term community development objectives that that have been developed in accordance with the primary objective of the CDBG program (i.e.,the development of viable urban communities,by providing decent housing and expanding economic opportunities,primarily for persons of low and moderate income) and requirements of 24 CFR Parts 91 and 570. Following a Plan--It is following a current consolidated plan that has been approved by HUD. Use of Funds--It has complied with the following criteria: 1.Maximum Feasible Priority.With respect to activities expected to be assisted with CDBG funds,it has developed its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to activities which benefit low-and moderate-income families or aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight.The Action Plan may also include CDBG-assisted activities which the grantee certifies are designed to meet other community development needs having particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community, and other financial resources are not available(see Optional CDBG Certification). 2.Overall Benefit.The aggregate use of CDBG funds,including Section 108 guaranteed loans, during program year(s) 2024 [a period specified by the grantee of one, two,or three specific consecutive program years], shall principally benefit persons of low and moderate income in a manner that ensures that at least 70 percent of the amount is expended for activities that benefit such persons during the designated period. 3. Special Assessments. It will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted with CDBG funds,including Section 108 loan guaranteed funds,by assessing any amount against properties owned and occupied by persons of low and moderate income, including any fee charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining access to such public improvements. However,if CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of a fee or assessment that relates to the capital costs of public improvements(assisted in part with CDBG funds)financed from other revenue sources,an assessment or charge may be made against the property with respect to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds. In addition,in the case of properties owned and occupied by moderate-income(not low-income) families,an assessment or charge may be made against the property for public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds if the jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG funds to cover the assessment. Excessive Force--It has adopted and is enforcing: 1.A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations; and 2.A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring entrance to or exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-violent civil rights demonstrations within its jurisdiction. Compliance with Anti-discrimination laws--The grant will be conducted and administered in conformity with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964(42 U.S.C. 2000d)and the Fair Housing Act(42 U.S.C. 3601-3619) and implementing regulations. Lead-Based Paint--Its activities concerning lead-based paint will comply with the requirements of 24 CFR Part 35, Subparts A,B,J,K and R. Compliance with Laws--It will comply with applicable laws. —910_ WS. S N3+%IA ignatur thorized Official Date Title CERTIFICATIONS In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the consolidated plan regulations, the jurisdiction certifies that: Affirmatively Further Fair Housing--The jurisdiction will affirmatively further fair housing. Uniform Relocation Act and Anti-displacement and Relocation Plan--It will comply with the acquisition and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, (42 U.S.C.4601-4655)and implementing regulations at 49 CFR Part 24. It has in effect and is following a residential anti-displacement and relocation assistance plan required under 24 CFR Part 42 in connection with any activity assisted with funding under the Community Development Block Grant or HOME programs. Anti-Lobbying--To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief: 1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid,by or on behalf of it,to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress,or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract,the making of any Federal grant,the making of any Federal loan,the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension,continuation,renewal,amendment,or modification of any Federal contract, grant,loan, or cooperative agreement; 2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress,or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant,loan, or cooperative agreement,it will complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, "Disclosure Foini to Report Lobbying,"in accordance with its instructions; and 3. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti-lobbying certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants,and contracts under grants,loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. Authority of Jurisdiction--The consolidated plan is authorized under State and local law(as applicable) and the jurisdiction possesses the legal authority to carry out the programs for which it is seeking funding,in accordance with applicable HUD regulations. Consistency with plan--The housing activities to be undertaken with Community Development Block Grant,HOME,Emergency Solutions Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS funds are consistent with the strategic plan in the jurisdiction's consolidated plan. Section 3 --It will comply with section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701u) and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 75. jr. . ,, 4 • r % `----Or-- Signature 61' •uthorized Official Tate 4a Title Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS Certifications The HOPWA grantee certifies that: Activities--Activities funded under the program will meet urgent needs that are not being met by available public and private sources. Building--Any building or structure assisted under that program shall be operated for the purpose specified in the consolidated plan: 1. For a period of not less than 10 years in the case of assistance involving new construction, substantial rehabilitation,or acquisition of a facility, 2. For a period of not less than 3 years in the case of assistance involving non-substantial rehabilitation or repair of a building or structure. ignaturu . t orized Official ate W Title Emergency Solutions Grants Certifications The Emergency Solutions Grants Program recipient certifies that: Major rehabilitation/conversion/renovation—If an emergency shelter's rehabilitation costs exceed 75 percent of the value of the building before rehabilitation,the recipient will maintain the building as a shelter for homeless individuals and families for a minimum of 10 years after the date the building is first occupied by a homeless individual or family after the completed rehabilitation. If the cost to convert a building into an emergency shelter exceeds 75 percent of the value of the building after conversion,the recipient will maintain the building as a shelter for homeless individuals and families for a minimum of 10 years after the date the building is first occupied by a homeless individual or family after the completed conversion. In all other cases where ESG funds are used for renovation,the recipient will maintain the building as a shelter for homeless individuals and families for a minimum of 3 years after the date the building is first occupied by a homeless individual or family after the completed renovation. Essential Services and Operating Costs—In the case of assistance involving shelter operations or essential services related to street outreach or emergency shelter,the recipient will provide services or shelter to homeless individuals and families for the period during which the ESG assistance is provided, without regard to a particular site or structure,so long the recipient serves the same type of persons (e.g., families with children,unaccompanied youth, disabled individuals,or victims of domestic violence) or persons in the same geographic area. Renovation—Any renovation carried out with ESG assistance shall be sufficient to ensure that the building involved is safe and sanitary. Supportive Services—The recipient will assist homeless individuals in obtaining permanent housing, appropriate supportive services(including medical and mental health treatment,victim services, counseling,supervision,and other services essential for achieving independent living), and other Federal State,local, and private assistance available for these individuals. Matching Funds—The recipient will obtain matching amounts required under 24 CFR 576.201. Confidentiality—The recipient has established and is implementing procedures to ensure the confidentiality of records pertaining to any individual provided family violence prevention or treatment services under any project assisted under the ESG program,including protection against the release of the address or location of any family violence shelter project, except with the written authorization of the person responsible for the operation of that shelter. Homeless Persons Involvement—To the maximum extent practicable,the recipient will involve, through employment,volunteer services, or otherwise,homeless individuals and families in constructing, renovating,maintaining, and operating facilities assisted under the ESG program,in providing services assisted under the ESG program, and in providing services for occupants of facilities assisted under the program. Consolidated Plan—All activities the recipient undertakes with assistance under ESG are consistent with its consolidated plan. OPTIONAL Community Development Block Grant Certification Submit the following certification only when one or more of the activities in the action plan are designed to meet other community development needs having particular urgency as specified in 24 CFR 570.208(c): The grantee hereby certifies that the Annual Plan includes one or more specifically identified CDBG- assisted activities which are designed to meet other community development needs having particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community and other financial resources are not available to meet such needs. N/A Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Specific HOME Certifications The HOME participating jurisdiction certifies that: Tenant Based Rental Assistance--If it plans to provide tenant-based rental assistance,the tenant-based rental assistance is an essential element of its consolidated plan. Eligible Activities and Costs--It is using and will use HOME funds for eligible activities and costs,as described in 24 CFR§§92.205 through 92.209 and that it is not using and will not use HOME funds for prohibited activities,as described in §92.214. Subsidy layering--Before committing any funds to a project,it will evaluate the project in accordance with the guidelines that it adopts for this purpose and will not invest any more HOME funds in combination with other Federal assistance than is necessary to provide affordable housing; N/A Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Discharge Policy—The recipient will establish and implement,to the maximum extent practicable and where appropriate,policies and protocols for the discharge of persons from publicly funded institutions or systems of care(such as health care facilities,mental health facilities,foster care or other youth facilities, or correction programs and institutions)in order to prevent this discharge from immediately resulting in homelessness for these persons. gnature thorized Official II a e tktoixitir Title APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING LOBBYING CERTIFICATION: Lobbying Certification This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352,title 31,U.S. Code.Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than$10,000 and not more than$100,000 for each such failure. E OMB Number:4040-0004 Expiration Date:11/30/2025 Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 *1.Type of Submission: *2.Type of Application: *If Revision,select appropriate letter(s): Preapplication ❑New ®Application ®Continuation "Other(Specify): El Changed/Corrected Application ❑Revision I *3.Date Received: 4.Applicant Identifier: II 5a.Federal Entity Identifier: 5b,Federal Award Identifier: IB-24-MC-53-0014 State Use Only: 6.Date Received by State:I I 17.State Application Identifier: I 8.APPLICANT INFORMATION: *a.Legal Name: ICity of Auburn J *b.Employer/Taxpayer Identification Number(EIN/TIN): *c.UEI: I91-6001228 I ILT4FLVEW5U28 d.Address: *Streetl: 25 W Main Street Street2: *City: Auburn County/Parish: *State: WA: Washington Province: I 1 *Country: USA: UNITED STATES *Zip/Postal Code: 98001-4998 e.Organizational Unit: Department Name: Division Name: 'Community Development I 'Community Services f.Name and contact information of person to be contacted on matters involving this application: Prefix: I I *First Name: IJody Middle Name: I *Last Name: 'Davison Suffix: I I Title: 'Community Development Block Grant Coordinator Organizational Affiliation: I I *Telephone Number: I253-876-1965 I Fax Number: I *Email: IJDavison@AuburnWA.gov Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 *9.Type of Applicant 1:Select Applicant Type: IC: City or Township Government Type of Applicant 2:Select Applicant Type: Type of Applicant 3:Select Applicant Type: *Other(specify): I I *10.Name of Federal Agency: (United States Department of Housing and Urban Development 11.Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number: CFDA Title: *12.Funding Opportunity Number: In/a *Title: n/a 13.Competition Identification Number: Title: 14.Areas Affected by Project(Cities,Counties,States,etc.): Add Attachment I Delete Attachment I li View Attachment I *15.Descriptive Title of Applicant's Project: City of Auburn Community Development Block Grant Attach supporting documents as specified in agency instructions. Add Attachments I Delete'Attachments I I View Attachments I Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 16.Congressional Districts Of: *a.Applicant 18,9 I *b.Program/Project 18,9 Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts if needed. I I Add Attachment I I Delete Attachment I View Attachment 17.Proposed Project: *a.Start Date: 101/01/2024 I *b.End Date: 112/31/2024 I 18.Estimated Funding($): *a.Federal 619,474.00 *b.Applicant 0.00 *c.State 0.00 *d.Local 0.00 *e.Other 0.00 *f. Program Income 0.00 *g.TOTAL 619,474.00 *19.Is Application Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12372 Process? ▪ a.This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process for review on I I• El b.Program is subject to E.O. 12372 but has not been selected by the State for review. ▪ c.Program is not covered by E.O. 12372. *20.Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt? (If"Yes,"provide explanation in attachment.) ▪Yes ®No If"Yes",provide explanation and attach If Add Attachment I Delete Attachment I View Attachment 21.*By signing this application,I certify(1)to the statements contained in the list of certifications**and(2)that the statements herein are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also provide the required assurances** and agree to comply with any resulting terms if I accept an award.I am aware that any false,fictitious,or fraudulent statements or claims may subject me to criminal,civil,or administrative penalties.(U.S.Code,Title 18,Section 1001) ® **I AGREE **The list of certifications and assurances, or an internet site where you may obtain this list, is contained in the announcement or agency specific instructions. Authorized Representative: Prefix: *First Name: 'Nancy Middle Name: I *Last Name: 'Backus Suffix: I I *Title: 'Mayor I *Telephone Number: 1253-931-3008 I Fax Number: *Email: Inbackus@auburnwa.gov *Signature of Authorized Representative: sy ( *Date Signed: 11 No citizen participation comments were received.