HomeMy WebLinkAbout5567 RESOLUTION NO. 5567
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
AUBURN, WASHINGTON, ADOPTING THE SUBSTANTIAL
AMENDMENT TO THE 2019 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT ANNUAL ACTION PLAN TO
INCORPORATE ADDITIONAL CDBG-CV FUNDS
WHEREAS, the City of Auburn was designated as an entitlement community by _
the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for its Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program; and
WHEREAS, the primary objective of the Consolidated Plan and CDBG Program is
the development of viable urban communities by providing decent housing and a suitable
living environment and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low-
income and moderate-income; and
WHEREAS, on March 27, 2020, the U.S. Congress passed The Coronavirus Aid,
Relief, and Economic Security Act (H.R. 748), also known as the CARES Act, which
allocates $5 billion in supplemental CDBG funding for grants to prevent, prepare for, and
respond to the coronavirus (CDBG-CV);
WHEREAS, to allocate additional funds received, a substantial amendment must
be made to the 2019 Annual Action Plan that serves as a federally required planning
document to guide the City of Auburn's human service and community development
efforts; and
WHEREAS, the planning process to develop the Consolidated Plan involved
citizen participation and guidance from non-profit and governmental agencies serving low
income residents in the community.
Resolution No. 5567
December 8, 2020
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AUBURN,
WASHINGTON, RESOLVES as follows:
Section 1. Pursuant to the provisions of 24 CFR 91, the 2019 Annual Action
Plan previously adopted by the City of Auburn City Council is amended, consistent with
the attached Exhibit "A", making approximately $541,197 of CDBG-CV funds available
for projects that are consistent with federal regulations and with the objectives and
policies of the Auburn Community Development Block Grant Consolidated Plan, primarily
to provide public services that prevent, prepare for, and respond to the coronavirus for
low to moderate income Auburn residents.
Section 2. The Mayor is authorized to implement those administrative
procedures necessary to carry out the directives of this legislation.
Section 3. This Resolution will take effect and be in full force on passage and
signatures.
Dated and Signed: December 21, 2020
CITY OF AUBURN yANCY KUS, MA'OR
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Shawn Campbell, MMC, City Clerk Kendra Comeau, City Attorney
Resolution No. 5567
December 8, 2020
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City of Auburn CDBG 2019 Annual Action Plan Amendment
Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary- 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction
This substantial amendment of the 2019 Action Plan is a requirement of the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD), in order for the City of Auburn to receive the allocation related to the
third funding round of Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus (CDBG-CV)from the CARES
Act.This plan is amended to incorporate$541,197 of CDBG-CV funds to prevent, prepare for,and
respond to the coronavirus(COVID-19). Of these CDBG-CV funds,the City is proposing that$494,660 will
be allocated to Public Services,with the remaining$46,537 for program administration.
2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
This Action Plan Amendment allocates a total of$541,197 dollars in anticipated 2019 Community
Development Block Grant Coronavirus funds (CDBG-CV),to support the Community Development Block
Grant program.With the overall goal of preventing, preparing for,and responding to coronavirus,the
following objectives and outcomes will be employed:
1.Support programs providing emergency subsistence and career support for low to moderate income
Auburn residents
2.Support childcare assistance for families impacted by COVID-19.
3.Administer the Community Development Block Grant program to meet community needs related to
COVID-19 and HUD requirements
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process
Consistent with the City of Auburn's amended Citizen Participation Plan,the amended 2019 Action Plan
was made available for public review between December 2 and December 7,2020 on the City of Auburn
website and via email or mail, if requested.
Notice of CDBG-CV funds availability and the Amended 2019 Action Plan were posted on the City of
Auburn Community Services webpage and in the Seattle Times on December 2, 2020.
5. Summary of public comments
No public comments were received.
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6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
No public comments were received.
7. Summary
No public comments were received.
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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
The Amended 2019 Action Plan was available for public review between December 2,2020—December 7,2020 on the City of Auburn website
and by email or mail,if requested.
Notice of CDBG-CV funds availability and the Amended 2019 Action Plan were posted on the City of Auburn Community Services webpage and in
the Seattle Times on December 2,2020.
Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of 1 Summary of comments URL(If
response/attendance comments received not accepted applicable)
and reasons
Non- Any comments
1 Newspaper Ad targeted/broad received will be
community reflected here.
Table 1—Citizen Participation Outreach
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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources-91.420(b),91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
The City of Auburn anticipates receiving an additional$541,197 in CDBG-CV funds,for a total to date CDBG-CV allocation of$913,002.
Anticipated Resources
Program Source of Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative Description
Funds Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount
Allocation: Income:$ Resources: $ Available
$ $ Remainder
of ConPlan
CDBG-CV public- Admin and Planning
federal Public Services $913,002 0 0 $913,002
Table 2-Expected Resources—Priority Table
Discussion
The City of Auburn will use CDBG and CDBG-CV funds to support all eligible projects and activities that align with CDBG and CDBG-CV guidelines
and regulations.
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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.
This amendment incorporates the following new projects:
# Project Name
4 Public Services—Emergency Subsistence and Career Navigation
5 Public Services-Childcare
Table 3—Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved
needs l
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 CDBG-CV funds. Data
from the City's most recent Community Needs Assessment was used in making a funding determination,
as well as consultation with regional partners, other entitlement jurisdictions,and service providers in
the community.
The City of Auburn released a Notice of Funding Availability on October 28,2020, detailing the CV funds
being made available and the application and review process.Staff were available to provide technical
assistance through November 10,2020,to any agency seeking to apply.
Applications were reviewed and scored by the City's Human Services Committee, with
recommendations for funding approved at the November 23, 2020 Committee meeting. The following
Public Service program areas are reflected in this amendment:
YWCA Eviction Prevention and Career Navigation:The combination of providing career and re-
employment support along with rental assistance is an effective one to increase housing stability.The
City of Auburn has seen a significant increase in unemployment filings and housing and economic
insecurity since the onset of the pandemic.YWCA is committed to serving those who are
disproportionally impacted by job loss or housing instability due to COVID-19.YWCA has demonstrated
experience with managing federal funds.
YMCA Childcare Services (funded with a combination of CDBG-CV and 2020 reallocated funds):YMCA's
Childcare program will serve Auburn families with school aged children, prioritizing BIPOC communities,
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to provide social and developmental support for children and the opportunity for parents to maintain or
increase work productivity.There is a high community need to for childcare supports as families
navigate and respond to remote learning structures.The YMCA has demonstrated experience with
managing federal funds.
Should additional CDBG-CV revenue be made available or one of the identified projects not fulfill their
full contract amount,the additional resources shall be allocated to the following contingency project:
YMCA Eviction Prevention:This program would provide up to three months of rental assistance to
households facing housing instability or eviction due to the COVID-19 crisis.The program would work to
stabilize households to prevent eviction.
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AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
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1 Project Name Emergency Subsistence
Target Area
Goals Supported End Homelessness
Ensure Decent,Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed
Funding CDBG-CV:$246,805
Description Respond to the impacts of COVID-19 on Auburn residents by
providing emergency subsistence support for low to moderate
income renters or homeowners.
Target Date 03/31/2021
Estimate the number and An estimated 150 low to moderate income households in Auburn
type of families that will will benefit from this activity.
benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities
2 Project Name Administration
Target Area
Goals Supported Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Funding CDBG-CV:$71,537
Description General CDBG-CV administration and project management
Target Date 12/31/2021
Estimate the number and n/a
type of families that will
benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities General planning and administration of the CDBG-CV programs
include: management of all CDBG-CV related finances,contracting
for services,all grant reporting, monitoring of subrecipients and
providing guidance of program implementation in Auburn.
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3 Project Name COVID-Related Health Services
Target Area
Goals Supported
Needs Addressed
Funding CDBG-CV:$100,000
Description These funds will support COVID-related health services (testing and
treatment)for Low to Moderate Income Individuals at a
Community Healthcare Organization. Funds must be used to
support Auburn residents.
Target Date 12/31/2020
Estimate the number and At least 100 low to moderate income Auburn residents will have
type of families that will benefitted from the proposed activities.
benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities Providing healthcare services which include testing and treatment
for COVID-19.
4 Project Name Eviction Prevention and Career Navigation
Target Area
Goals Supported End Homelessness
Ensure Decent,Affordable Housing
Needs Addressed
Funding CDBG-CV:$374,660
Description Respond to the impacts of COVID-19 on Auburn residents by
providing emergency subsistence support paired with career
navigation services for low to moderate income renters
experiencing housing instability as a result of COVID-19.
Target Date 12/31/2021
Estimate the number and At least 100 low to moderate income Auburn residents will have
type of families that will benefitted from the proposed activities.
benefit from the proposed
activities
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Location Description n/a
Planned Activities Provide emergency subsistence support along with career
navigation to residents facing housing instability,addressing both
the immediate and long term financial needs.
5 Project Name Childcare Assistance
Target Area
Goals Supported Ensure a Suitable Living Environment
Needs Addressed
Funding CDBG-CV:$120,000
CDBG 2020 Funds:$30,000
Description These funds will support a childcare program for Auburn families
with school aged children impacted by COVID-19 to provide social
and developmental support for children and the opportunity for
parents to maintain or increase work productivity.
Target Date 12/31/2021
Estimate the number and At least 150 low to moderate income Auburn residents will have
type of families that will benefitted from the proposed activities.
benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description n/a
Planned Activities Providing a childcare program for low to moderate income families
impacted by COVID-19.
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