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HomeMy WebLinkAbout5563 RESOLUTION NO. 5563 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE 2021 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 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 2021 Action Plan. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN, HEREBY RESOLVES as follows: Section 1. Pursuant to the provisions of 24 CFR 91, the City hereby adopts the 2021 Action Plan for the Consolidated Plan for Years 2020-2024. 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 21st day of December, 2020. CITY OF AUBURN 1ANCY '4.1k KUS, MAYOR ATTEST: Shawn Campbell, City Cler APPROVED AS TO FORM: Kendra Comeau, City Attorney 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 2021 are outlined in this Annual Action Plan. The City of Auburn anticipates the receipt of approximately$630,000 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)funds in 2021. In addition to CDBG funds,the City is planned to allocate approximately 0.92%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 2020 Action Plan proposes to allocate$90,000 of CDBG funds to public services. Most of those funds ($70,000)will be used to support Homelessness Prevention and Intervention.The remaining$20,000 will be allocated to Fair Housing public services, in keeping with our Consolidated Plan priorities and challenges identified in the 2019 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice. Approximately$115,000 of the CDBG funds will be allocated to program administration,which includes planning, citizen participation, and administration of the City's CDBG-funded Housing Repair Program.The remaining$350,000 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 all of the activities included are underway. 2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Annual Action Plan 1 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) This Action Plan allocates a total of$630,000 dollars in anticipated 2021 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.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 2019 alone, projects funded by the City completed the following: • 59 very low-and low-income Auburn homeowners received housing repair services. Roughly 70%of these homeowners were seniors. • Over 200 low to moderate income residents received free or low cost medical and/or dental care Annual Action Plan 2 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) • 9 Low-income Auburn residents received job training assistance.At least half obtained and maintained their job. • 3 Sidewalk projects were completed to support greater ADA accessibility for Auburn residents, with an estimated direct impact for 8,585 residents. 4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process The city is engaged in a public participation process for the 2021 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 November 5, 2020 • A public hearing was provided on October 26, 2020, during the City's Human Services Committee meeting to hear public comment and input on priorities to be included in the 2021 Annual Action Plan. Consistent with local health guidelines related to COVID- 19,this public hearing was conducted virtually. • An additional public hearing was held on December 7, 2020, during the Auburn City Council meeting,to hear public comment and input on the published draft of the 2021 Annual Action Plan. Consistent with local health guidelines related to COVID-19 and the City's amended Citizen Participation Plan,this public hearing was conducted virtually. The City of Auburn in conjunction with the 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 2021 Annual Action Plan included:the King County Housing Authority, 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. 5. Summary of public comments No public comments were received. 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them No public comments were received. Annual Action Plan 3 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 7. Summary No public comments were received. Annual Action Plan 4 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 Joy Scott Community Services Manager City of Auburn 25 West Main Street Auburn,WA 98001 253.876.1965 jfscott@auburnwa.gov Annual Action Plan 5 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 2021 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. Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health and service agencies (91.215(1)). The City of Auburn works closely with partnering King County jurisdictions, public housing authorities and health providers to develop systems in order to improve the quality of service and access for low-income residents as well as the community as a whole within the city and throughout the region. 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. 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 Annual Action Plan 6 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 King County region. Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons(particularly chronically homeless individuals and families,families with children,veterans,and unaccompanied youth)and persons at risk of homelessness. Since 2016, King County and All Home,our region's Continuum of Care(CoC) lead agency, launched the Coordinated Entry for All (CEA)system for homeless populations and 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. A key feature of the CEA system includes a common assessment tool,the CEA Housing Triage Tool, which is based upon 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. Auburn's mayor has been connected to the county's transition from All Home to the newly created Regional Homeless Authority. Describe consultation with the Continuum(s)of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds,and develop funding, policies and procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS 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 look for ways of participating in and collaborating with the newly established Regional Homelessness Authority and its Advisory Committee,which will serve as the Continuum of Care. The City of Auburn supports the continuum of housing including prevention,emergency shelter, transitional housing,and permanent housing.The City provides financial support for these efforts with Annual Action Plan 7 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 Count Us In, Point in Time Count, which provides invaluable data for planning.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 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 Annual Action Plan 8 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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. 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 Housing Development Consortium of Seattle-King County Agency/Group/Organization Type Planning organization Annual Action Plan 9 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 Housing Development Consortium (HDC)on and what are the anticipated outcomes homeless response needs and strategy in SKC,and of the consultation or areas for bimonthly meetings focused on affordable housing improved coordination? data and developments.The information collected by HDC helps to inform multiple pieces of our Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan, particularly those strategies related to homelessness and affordable housing in our community. 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. Annual Action Plan 10 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 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? 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 11 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 12 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/20181 AP-12 Participation-91.401,91.105,91.200(c) 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting Citizen participation plays a crucial role in the success of the City's Annual Action Plan.The goals are to hear the community's feedback and recommendations on how 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. Citizen Participation Outreach Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comments URL(If response/attendance comments received not accepted applicable) and reasons 1. Public Hearing Non- targeted/broad community _ 2. Newspaper Ad Non- targeted/broad _ community 3. Web posting on Service providers City's Human in Auburn Services page Table 4—Citizen Participation Outreach Annual Action Plan 13 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 Estimated: 0 0 Estimated: $2,520,000 Auburn is anticipating federal Planning $630,000 $630,000 approximately Fair Housing $630,000 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: $2,720,000 -local $680,000 $680,000 Table 5-Expected Resources—Priority Table Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources(private,state and local funds),including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied Annual Action Plan 14 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 15 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 $370,000 65 Household Housing Unit Public Housing Homeless Fair Housing Public Service Non-Homeless Activities:25 Persons Assisted Special Needs 2 Ending 2020 2024 Homeless Ending CDBG:$70,000 Public service activities other than Homelessness Homelessness Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit:96 Persons Assisted 3 Community and 2020 2024 Non-Homeless Community CDBG:$75,000 Public Facility or Infrastructure Economic Special Needs and Economic Activities other than Development Non-Housing Development Low/Moderate Income Housing Community Benefit:500 Persons Assisted Development 4 Planning and 2020 2024 CDBG: Other:0 Other Administration $115,000 Table 6—Goals Summary Annual Action Plan 16 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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,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 17 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 4 HOUSING JUSTICE PROJECT 5 FAIR HOUSING PUBLIC SERVICES 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. 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 18 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) projects and administrative activities. Should CDBG revenues come in less than originally proposed,the City will continue managing the programs with decreased resources to the extent possible and reduce funding allocations in administrative activities and not public services. Annual Action Plan 19 2021. OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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:$350,000 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 12/31/2021 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:$115,000 Description General administration and project management Annual Action Plan 20 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Target Date 12/31/2021 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:$55,000 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 12/31/2021 Estimate the number and type 26 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 4 Project Name Housing Justice Project Target Area none Goals Supported End Homelessness Annual Action Plan 21 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/20181 Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment Funding CDBG:$15,000 Description The King County Housing Justice project provides legal representation and support to low income residents threatened with eviction. Target Date 12/31/2021 Estimate the number and type 70 low to moderate income Auburn residents will benefit from the improvements. of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description n/a Planned Activities Planned activities include free legal assistance via attorney consultations.This is a public service activity. 5 Project Name Fair Housing Public Services Target Area Goals Supported Affordable Housing Needs Addressed Ensure a Suitable Living Environment. Funding CDBG:$20,000 Description Make funds available through an RFP process to nonprofit agencies to provide Fair Housing services to Auburn residents. Target Date 12/31/2021 Estimate the number and type An estimated 25 low income households will benefit from the proposed activity. of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description n/a Annual Action Plan 22 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/20181 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:$75,000 Description Provide sidewalk ADA improvements in low-to moderate-income areas of Auburn,improving accessibility,safety,and community connectedness. Target Date 12/31/2021 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 TBD Planned Activities Planned activities include sidewalk improvements to install missing sections or ADA-compliant curb ramps. Annual Action Plan 23 2021 OMB Control No;2506.0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 24 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 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 are being used to inform and aid in the development of Auburn's own Housing Action Plan. Annual Action Plan 25 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Housing Action Plan efforts are focused 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 final Housing Action Plan will be required to be in compliance with state law,including adoption of grant-funded actions by City Council no later than April 1,2021. 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. Annual Action Plan 26 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k) Introduction The City of Auburn will continue to work with service providers throughout the region in coordination to develop systems and strategies to promote their efforts in providing optimal, easily accessible services.The City will work to reduce the number of families in poverty, sustain relationships with employment training agencies, and work to preserve and increase the affordable housing stock in our community. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs By establishing a strong foundation of networks between local service providers, stakeholders and government agencies through committees and coalitions,the City will work in partnership to address obstacles and ameliorate barriers to meeting underserved needs.The collaborated organizations will develop detailed strategic plans that will delegate tasks, build systems and ongoing assessment of service delivery. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing The City will continue to maintain the affordability of decent housing for low income Auburn residents by allocating over$300,000 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 is currently developing a Housing Action Plan, as discussed in AP-75, that will help guide future efforts in this area.Adoption of that Action Plan should take place in mid-2021. Auburn has been participating in multiple robust regional efforts to coordinate affordable housing activities in King County. One of these efforts,The South King Housing and Homelessness Partners (SKHHP) is a coalition formed by an interlocal agreement between the jurisdictions of Auburn, Burien, Covington, Des Moines, Federal Way, Kent, Normandy Park, Renton,Tukwila, and King County.The agreement allows for South King County jurisdictions to work together and share resources in order to effectively address affordable housing and homelessness.This collaborative model is based on similar approaches used in Snohomish County, East King County, and other areas of the country.The purpose of the coalition is to increase the available options for South King County residents to access affordable housing and Annual Action Plan 27 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) to preserve the existing affordable housing stock. Additionally, the City of Auburn has been an active participant in the recently formed Affordable Housing Committee of the Growth Management Planning Council (GMPC), with a City Councilmember sitting on the Committee as a voting member.The Affordable Housing Committee serves as a regional advisory body to recommend action and assess progress toward implementing the Regional Affordable Housing Task Force (RAHTF) Five Year Action Plan.The Committee functions as a point in coordinating 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$350,000 to the Housing Repair program, which serves low- and very low- income residents and supports households to remain in safe and affordable housing. • Allocating$75,000 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 28 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) 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 more than $150,000 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 29 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018) Program Specific Requirements AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(1)(1,2,4) Introduction • Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1) Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table.The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out. 1.The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 2.The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan 3.The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 4.The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan. 5.The amount of income from float-funded activities Total Program Income Other CDBG Requirements 1.The amount of urgent need activities Discussion Annual Action Plan 30 2021 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.06/30/2018)