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HomeMy Public PortalAboutA 2011-09-07 - CDBGAGENDA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ADVISORY BOARD COMMISSION WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2011 6:00 P.M. PUBLIC HEARING LYNWOOD CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 11330 BULLIS ROAD, LYNWOOD, CA 90262 Kim Battle, Chairperson Antonio Munguia, Vice Chairperson Iris Pygatt, Commissioner Patricia Carr, Commissioner Evelia Hernandez, Commissioner OPENING CEREMONIES. A. CALL TO ORDER B. FLAG SALUTE C ROLL CALL D CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING E. PUBLIC ORALS. (ITEMS ON AGENDA ONLY) F NEW BUSINESS Public Hearing — Consolidated Annual Performance And Evaluation Report (CAPER) for FY 2010 G. STAFF ORALS :O_CDSC_ RECEIVED AUG 3 1 2011 CITY OF LYNWOOD CI TY , CLERKS OFFICE ( / \0.r: 0 Q1 %V' W�cl C-Jj oc,11<- b C I. ADJOURNMENT STAFF REPORT DATE. March 31, 2010 T0 Community Development Block Grant Commission FROM: Annette Potts, Deputy Director of Administrative Services SUBJECT PUBLIC HEARING — CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) FOR FISCAL YEAR 2010 PURPOSE: To conduct a public hearing to receive public input and comments on the City's CAPER and approval to submit this document to the Housing and Urban Development (HUD) department before the September 30, 2011. deadline. BACKGROUND: The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires Cities that receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Program funds to submit a Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). The CAPER provides a summary of the actions taken to meet the housing and community development needs identified in the FY 2010 Annual Action Plan with the use of federal funds. The CAPER also identifies non - federally funded activities that assisted in meeting the City's goals of providing decent housing, a suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities. Federal funds made available during fiscal year 2010 for furthering the objectives of the consolidated plan include: FUNDING SOURCE AMOUNT FY2010 Community Development Block Grant Allocation $1,711,362 Community Development Block Grant Program Income: $ 13,350 Community Development Block Grant Uncommitted Balance (prior year carryover funds) $ 275,288 Total CDBG FY 2010 $2,000,000 FY 2010 HOME Program Allocation $671,127 TOTAL FEDERAL FUNDS FOR FY 2010 $2,671,127 Fiscal year 2011 accomplishments are as follows: ACTIVITY FUNDS OBJECTIVE GOAL GOAL ALLOCATED SET MET OUTCOME Provide decent Availabilityl Fair Housing $18,000 housing and suitable 50 people 185 people Accessibility living environment Senior Citizens $100,000 Suitable Living 100 seniors 319 seniors Availability/ Environment Accessibility Natatorium $80,000 Suitable Living 100 people 146 people Availability/ Environment Accessibility/ Affordability Crossing Guards Suitable Living 1000 people 5000 people Availability/ $80,000 Environment Accessibility Street/Sidewalk $389,354 Suitable Living 2 projects street Projects in Sustainability/ Improvements Environment Construction Accessibility Code $400,000 Suitable Living 1700 7937 Sustainability Enforcement Environment compliance compliance inspections inspections Housing $503,458 Provide Decent 10 HOMES 15 HOMES Affordability/ Rehabilitation Housing Sustainability Project in CHDO Activities $100,669 Provide Decent 1 project Design Affordability Housing Suitable Living Availability/ Homeless HPRP Environment/ Decent 80 families 86 families Affordability Prevention Funded Housing $54,000 CITY OF LYNWOOD CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) FISCAL YEAR 2010 CITY OF LYNWOOD CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) FISCAL YEAR 2010 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION I. PAGE Executive Summary 1 A. Assessment of Annual Progress 3 B. Affirmatively Further Fair Housing 5 C. Affordable Housing 6 D. Continuum of Care 7 E. Other Actions 8 a. Addressing obstacles to meeting underserved needs 8 b. Foster and maintain affordable housing 9 c. Eliminate barriers to affording housing 9 d. Overcome gaps in institutional structures and enhance coordination 9 e. Improve public housing and resident initiatives 10 f Evaluate and reduce lead base paint hazards 10 g. Ensure compliance program, comprehensive planning, requirements and monitoring 10 h. Reduce the number of people living below the poverty level 10 F. Leveraging Resources 11 G. Citizen Participation 11 H. Self Evaluation 12 I. Monitoring 13 CDBG Narrative Statements 14 SECTION II. HOME CAPER Narratives 16 Attachment A HOME Annual Performance Report Attachment B HOME Match Report EXHIBITS 1 IDIS REPORT - CDBG FINANCIAL SUMMARY — PR26 2 IDIS REPORT — ACTIVITY SUMMARY REPORT - PR03 3 IDIS REPORT - SUMMARY OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS — PR23 4 FISCAL YEAR ACCOMPLISYMENT REPORT CITY OF LYNWOOD CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) FISCAL YEAR 2010 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION I. PAGE Executive Summary 1 A. Assessment of Annual Progress 3 B. Affirmatively Further Fair Housing 5 C. Affordable Housing 6 D. Continuum of Care 7 E. Other Actions 8 a. Addressing obstacles to meeting underserved needs 8 b. Foster and maintain affordable housing 9 c. Eliminate barriers to affording housing 9 d. Overcome gaps in institutional structures and enhance coordination 9 e. Improve public housing and resident initiatives 10 f. Evaluate and reduce lead base paint hazards 10 g. Ensure compliance program, comprehensive planning, requirements and monitorin 10 h. Reduce the number of people living below the poverty level 10 F. Leveraging Resources 11 G. Citizen Participation 11 H. Self Evaluation 12 I. Monitoring 13 CDBG Narrative Statements 14 SECTION II. HOME CAPER Narratives 16 Attachment A HOME Annual Performance Report Attachment B HOME Match Report EXHIBITS 1 IDIS REPORT - CDBG FINANCIAL SUMMARY — PR26 2 IDIS REPORT — ACTIVITY SUMMARY REPORT - PR03 3 IDIS REPORT - SUMMARY OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS — PR23 4 FISCAL YEAR ACCOMPLISYMENT REPORT CITY OF LYNWOOD CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION (CAPER) FISCAL YEAR 2010 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires Cities that receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Program funds to submit a Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) The CAPER provides a summary of the actions taken to meet the housing and community development needs identified in the FY 2010 Annual Action Plan with the use of federal funds. The CAPER also identifies non - federally funded activities that assisted in meeting the City's goals of providing decent housing, a suitable living environment and expanding economic opportunities. This report is the City of Lynwood's Program Year 2010 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) covering the 1 1 t year of Lynwood's 5 -Year Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development, completed in May 2010 It contains three main parts: First, a set of narrative statements that discuss the City's achievements in housing and community development in relation to its Consolidated Plan (ConPlan). The second part provides narratives that focus on the financial and programmatic performances of Lynwood's entitlement - formula grants, the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG), and HOME Partnerships for Investment Program (HOME); and of these performances in relation to the City's Annual Action Plan (AAP) for fiscal year 2010. Other narratives in this part describe the abilities of the City and its community agencies to leverage additional resources for housing and supportive services activities. A third part of this CAPER compiles attachments of supporting data for the narratives found in the first two parts. The City strives to meet the above the goals set in the 5 -Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan, which have resulted in improvement and stability in low- income neighborhoods. Activities such as street improvements, economic development, public facility improvements and the provision of public services, have a long -term impact on the community Summary of Resources and Distribution of Funds Federal funds made available during fiscal year 2010 -2011 for furthering the objectives of the consolidated plan include: FY2010 Community Development Block Grant Allocation: $1,711,362 Community Development Block Grant Program Income: $ 13,350 Community Development Block Grant Uncommitted Balance $ 275,288 (prior year carryover funds) Total CDBG FY 2010 $2,000,000 FY2010 HOME Allocation: $ 671,127 Total federal funds available during fiscal year 2010: $2,671,127 Fiscal year 2010 fund distributions are as follows: Actnnties/P gra Code Enforcement un t $400,000 Sidewalk Improvements $100,000 Agnes Avenue Improvements $289,354 Fair Housing Services $18,000 Crossing Guards $80,000 Senior Citizens Program $100,000 Natatorium Extended Hours $60,000 Section 108 Loan Payment $632,646 CDBG Administration $320,000 Sub -total $2,000,000 HOME Rehabilitation $503,458 HOME CHDO Project $100,669 HOME Administration $67,000 Sub-total $671,127 Total $2,671,127 Geographic Distribution: Assistance will be directed to neighborhoods that qualify for CDBG funds on an "area benefit' basis. An area benefit activity is one that is available to benefit all the residents of an area which is 1) primarily residential, and 2) where 51% of the population is low /mod income. Altogether, 31 block groups meet the income threshold. The geographic targeted activities and programs include: Code Enforcement $400,000 Sidewalk Improvements $100,000 Agnes Avenue Improvements $289,354 $789,354 Lead Agency: The Lynwood Community Development Department (LCDD) has been designated the lead agency responsible for the development of the Consolidated Plan and oversight of all aspects of the process. LCDD has the responsibility of ensuring that the goals of the City Manager and the City Council are met through the various program and projects in the Consolidated Plan. The LCDD is also responsible for the administration of the Community Development Block Grant and HOME program funds Consultations: Working within the goals set by the City Council and the City Manager, CDD worked closely with neighborhood groups and residents developing goals, initiatives and strategies that are pertinent to each neighborhood in addition to public services providers who have direct contact with the clientele being served. 2 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT FISCAL YEAR 2010 A. ASSESSMENT OF ANNUAL PROGRESS The City of Lynwood has successfully completed its first year of the City's Five -Year Consolidated Plan despite the global recession and its impact on federal, state, and local funds. Lynwood is pleased to report solid performance and significant progress towards the overall 5 -year goals. This includes progress on meeting the goals and targets for affordable Housing, creating economic opportunities for low income persons, and ensuring that our community is a are suitable living environments. The number of residents benefiting from CDBG and HOME funded activities exceeded expectations in many cases. This exemplifies the broad array of programs offered and evidences the City's continuing efforts to be effective stewards of federal funds in the service of its residents. Lynwood met its spending targets for low and moderate income beneficiaries of its affordable housing and public services and facilities programs during FY 2010. Lynwood also stayed under mandated caps on public services spending and expenditures for planning and administrative functions. Lynwood's pattern of investments did not change significantly in FY 2010 in the aggregate. At all times, the City of Lynwood and its advisory commission (the Community Development Block Grant Commission) focused on assisting those who are homeless or in danger of becoming homeless, low income, and have special needs, in the midst of making difficult funding decisions. CDBG and HOME were used to help the City's top housing and community development priorities as contained in the Consolidated Plan and FY 2010 Annual Action Plan. The pattern of investment also emphasized coordination between agencies and leveraging of government funds with use of private resources and donations. The City continued to encourage non - profits as well as partnerships between for -profit and non - profits for development of affordable housing. Lynwood provided a comprehensive array of Public Services and programs for its residents through the Community Development Department, to improve the quality of life for Lynwood's youths, seniors and all residents by creating and coordinating public services aimed at health, safety and education. Nevertheless, FY 2010 presented certain challenges to public services activities due to reductions in funding. As state and private funding resources reduced their contributions, services were necessarily scaled back in order to maintain safe and effective operations. Compounding this problem is the increase in unemployment, which leads to a higher homeless and at risk population. Heightened administrative requirements that were not accompanied by an increase in funds to offset the burden also presented a challenge to nearly all service providers. Despite the difficult economy, Lynwood is a community successfully pursuing its housing, anti - poverty, anti - homelessness, and community development goals with a creative and varied fusion of financing sources; professional commitment, creativity, and insight; and active community support. The City identified the following priority needs to increase housing opportunities for all residents of Lynwood and promote stability in declining areas by (1) Preserving the Existing Housing Stock; (2) Increasing Affordable Housing Opportunities; (3) Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing; (4) Addressing the Needs of Homeless Individuals, Families and Special Populations; (5) Providing public Infrastructure Improvements; (6) Expanding the City's Economic Base and Promoting Job Opportunities. The table below shows the type of activities undertaken in FY 2010 to address needs, to include goals, objectives and outcomes met. Combined resources from the CDBG, HOME Program and City's General fund were used to further assure decent, safe and sanitary housing by implementing home improvement programs, graffiti removal and Code Enforcement activities focusing on the identification and elimination of slum, blight, code violations, health and safety and overcrowded conditions. In addition, public service and safety activities were implemented to improve the wellbeing of the community along with health, educational and recreational programs for seniors; tutoring and mentoring to at risk children; after school and school dropout diversion programs, crime awareness, and gang prevention programs. },•.,' ACTIVITY4 •_ FUNDS OBJECTIYL ° - GOAL. y : y , , s.GOA6 -�, �; ; �; ��.. '� `^ w 'ALLOCATED" _ SET . _ i, i1AET OUTCOMEj., Provide decent housing Availability/ Fair Housing $18,000 and suitable living 50 people 185 people Accessibility environment Senior Citizens $100,000 Suitable Living 100 seniors 319 seniors Availability/ Environment Accessibili Natatorium $80,000 Suitable Living 100 people 146 people Availabilityl Environment Accessibilityl Affordabili Crossing Suitable Living 1000 people 5000 people Availability/ Guards $80,000 Environment Accessibili StreeUSidewalk $389,354 Suitable Living 2 projects street Projects in Sustainabilityl Improvements Environment Construction Accessibili Code $400,000 Suitable Living 1700 compliance 7937 Sustainability Enforcement Environment inspections compliance inspections Housing $503,458 Provide Decent Housing 10 HOMES 15 HOMES Affordabilityl Rehabilitation Sustainabili Project in CHDO Activities $100,669 Provide Decent Housing 1 project Design Affordabili Suitable Living Availabilityl Homeless HPRP Funded Environmentl Decent 80 families 86 families Affordability Prevention $54,000 Housing Combined resources from the CDBG, HOME Program and City's General fund were used to further assure decent, safe and sanitary housing by implementing home improvement programs, graffiti removal and Code Enforcement activities focusing on the identification and elimination of slum, blight, code violations, health and safety and overcrowded conditions. In addition, public service and safety activities were implemented to improve the wellbeing of the community along with health, educational and recreational programs for seniors; tutoring and mentoring to at risk children; after school and school dropout diversion programs, crime awareness, and gang prevention programs. B. AFFIRMATIVELY FURTHER FAIR HOUSING: The City believes that fair housing cannot be treated as a separate entity It must be integrated into all of the housing and community development programs in a manner to affirmatively further fair housing, dealing with each situation as appropriate. The City promote fair housing and provides funding to a fair housing organizations to provide its citizens with education and legal rights as referred to housing, which has a significant impact on preventing, reducing or eliminating housing discrimination and other barriers to equal housing opportunity based on race, color, religion, sex, family status, disability or national origin. This fiscal year, the City of Lynwood has assisted 185 residents through education, outreach and enforcement of fair housing laws. Lynwood's fair housing program has reduced and in some cases eliminate unlawful housing discrimination that can effectively lock out a person from housing for which they are otherwise qualified. a. Actions taken to eliminate fair housing impediments Actions taken to overcome fair housing impediments as identified in the City's Al, include the continuation of the City's partnership with the Fair Housing Foundation to monitor and investigate complaints and inquiries for housing discrimination. To include services devised to address the issues specific to the City, but not limited to: • Counseling for possible and actual victims of housing discrimination, property owners and managers, homeowners, insurers, lenders and other housing industry representatives; • Accepting and investigating housing discrimination complaints; • Counseling and referrals on landlord /tenant housing complaints; • Providing remedies for individuals and systemic forms of discrimination, including conciliation, administrative, and judicial enforcement efforts; and • Conducting investigative audits to detect patterns and practices of illegal discrimination. • Annual Realtors Workshop for the Southwest Board of Realtors • Staff booths at Annual Apartment Association Convention • Invited Lynwood schools to participate in the annual Poster Contest • Provided 10 Certificate Management Trainings to Property Management Companies • Conducted 25 workshops to housing providers • Promoting media interest in eliminating housing violations In addition, the City continues to monitor local newspapers for Discriminatory newspaper advertising that may include discriminary language, etc. Not occurrences were found this fiscal year In addition, the City contracts the Fair Housing Foundation (FHF) to assist with monitoring for housing discrimination and tenant/landlord counseling services. FHF will continue to monitor City publications. FHF continues to provide outreach activities throughout the City of Lynwood in the form of workshops and educational materials from the "Don't Borrow Trouble" Campaign on Predatory Lending. b. Summary of Impediments to air housing choice Impediment #1 Housing discrimination, particularly in the rental housing market. Impediment #2 : Discriminatory advertising, although very rare, may impede the protected populations from having knowledge on all the housing opportunities that are available in the City's rental and for -sale housing markets. The Long Beach Press Telegram is the only newspaper that does not print a fair housing disclaimer in the classified real estate ads section. Impediment #3 : Private sector real estate practices that are contrary to the attainment of fair housing for all persons. Impediment #4 Hate crimes create impediments to fair housing because victims may move out of the home and neighborhood of their choice due to fear and feeling unwelcome. C. Action taken to overcome impediments included: Providing housing services through the Fair Housing Foundation in order to provide all of Lynwood's residents with access to fair housing services. A key focus of these services is to investigate and respond to housing discrimination complaints 2. Continue to work with the Long Beach Press Telegram to include a fair housing disclaimer and to list the fair housing organizations that can respond to questions from the public. 3. Provide citizens with a link to the California Department of Fair Employment and Housing video on reasonable accommodations in private rental housing. 4 Monitoring and reviewing the HMDA annually and calculating loan denial rates for the four loan types. C. AFFORDABLE HOUSING: Lynwood's housing goals are to preserve the existing housing stock by correcting substandard properties, increasing the supply of affordable housing units, and providing assistance to first -time homebuyers to enable more low and moderate - income families to become homeowners. Lynwood's housing strategy involves designing programs that address housing priorities identified in the ConPlan; the expansion of housing opportunities for lower income household; and increasing the level of participation by redistributing available funding to encompass a wider range of housing programs. Maintaining the quality and affordability of the existing housing stock is a key priority of Lynwood's goals and the purpose of the HOME Housing Rehabilitation Program. This fiscal years goals were to provide nine homeowners with loans (maximum $45,000) and 10 homeowners with emergency grants (maximum $10,000). But due to the City's determination, Lynwood was able to assist 15 low income homeowners with home improvement loans and grants, thereby surpassing this years goals. In addition, the City is still in partnership with the Foundation of Affordable Housing (FAH) as a certified Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO); for the development of 93 affordable environmentally friendly rental housing units at the northwest corner of Atlantic Avenue and Carlin Avenue. The project, known as Park Place, will be restricted to very low and lower income households. The City has committed HOME program CHDO funds to FHA to expend upon the eligible Park Place project activities. The development is proposed to have two and three - bedroom units in clustered three -story apartment buildings on 3.75 acres. The development would include a community center, day care or head start program, two play structures, computer room and will utilize sustainable building methods to the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified Silver standard. The LEED Green Building Rating System encourages and accelerates global adoption of sustainable green building and development practices through the creation and implementation of universally understood and accepted tools and performance criteria. Lynwood is also a recipient of National Stabilization Program (NSP1) funds and has purchased and improved four foreclosure residential properties. Two of these properties have been sold to low income qualifying families and the remaining two properties are being offered to qualifying low income residents. Summary of Efforts to Address Worst Case Needs Housing Worst case needs housing is defined by HUD as low income renters who pay more than 50% of income for rent, live in severely substandard housing, (including homeless people) or have been involuntarily displaced. The implementation of Lynwood Homeless Prevention has resulted in assistance to 81 renters with severe cost burden, or who are in danger of becoming involuntarily displaced. Assistance in the form of utility payments, financial management, mediation; legal assistance; credit repair; rental arrearages costs (up to 6 months) and temporary lease payments (up to three months) has been provided. In addition, the City will be providing at least one unit at the Park Place development for seniors, extremely low income residents and /or persons with disabilities D. CONTINUUM OF CARE. Lynwood's continuum of care strategy is to provide emergency, temporary and/or permanent housing for the homeless, in addition to referrals and supportive services to move the homeless population to self - sufficiency In May 2009, HUD made available to the City, $646,575 in Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re- housing Program (HPRP) federal funds to administer a program designed to assist those renters who are in danger of becoming homeless and/or those persons who are in need of temporary housing assistance. The City's HPRP Program has two components: 1 The Homelessness Prevention Program will help the renter with case management, utility bill payments, mediation assistance, legal assistance, credit repair, rental arrearages costs (up to 6 months) and temporary lease payments (up to three months). w 2. The Rapid Re- housing Program will assist families or individuals with credit repair activities, case management, affordable housing search activities, move -in deposits and moving expenses, short term rental assistance, and other eligible expenses. Families or individuals in temporary dwelling units such as motels or shelters will also be assisted to move out of the temporary units and into permanent apartments within the City The objective of the program is to provide decent, safe, short term housing assistance, credit repair, and case management for the homeless and /or those in danger of becoming homeless, and ensuring living conditions at amore affordable price. The City proposed to provide assistance to 44 families and/or individuals at an average cost of $7,500 per family (including only financial rental assistance and excluding services and legal services). No funds will be released to the families or individuals but rather directly to the service providers or property owners Lynwood provided assistance to a total of 86 households this fiscal year Of those 86 households, 81 were assisted by the Homelessness Prevention component of the program, and the 6 remaining households served by Rapid Re- Housing efforts. In the case where Lynwood is unable to provide assistance to those in need, referrals are made to some of the following: Program Service Location Compton Welfare Right Shelter Emergency Shelter Compton The Shields for Families, Inc. Transitional Housing Los Angeles Palms Residential Care Facility Mental Health Care /Housing Los Angeles South Central Health /Rehabilitation Long Term Management Los Angeles Parents of Watts Home for Mothers Los Angeles Esther's House Domestic Violence Center Los Angeles The Department of Health Services Health Services Los Angeles The Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) Homeless Services Los Angeles The Union Rescue Mission Homeless Shelter Los Angeles Lynwood is very interested in providing services and supports the efforts of any local non -profit agencies seeking funds to locate homeless /transitional facilities within the City and encourages applications for federal funds from service providers who target the homeless population and persons with special needs. However, Lynwood has not received such requests. E. OTHER ACTIONS: a. Adressing obstacles to meeting underserved needs The primary obstacle to meeting the underserved needs in the City of Lynwood is a lack of available funding to the City and to the various non - profit agencies that assist the City in serving the low and moderate - income residents. As entitlement grants shrink or remain level- funded, the cost of delivering services and completing projects increases, resulting in an ever - widening spread of cost and available funds. Mirroring this trend is the increasing difficulty in leveraging funds through state and private resources, also decreasing or stagnant in recent times. 3 w Although the availability of funds from federal, state and other private resources continue to decline, Lynwood had been able to meet these challenges by leveraging General funds and Redevelopment funds with CDBG and HOME funds, in an effort to continue current program delivery Lynwood has also received CDBG -R funds in the amount of $422.000 to reconstruct two residential street improvements and create 21 temporary construction jobs and HPRP funds to address homeless needs. The City will continue to encourage and support the efforts of the Los Angeles Housing Authority to seek additional Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and support the efforts of non - profit housing development corporations to seek funding from federal, state and local sources for special needs housing. b. Foster and Maintain affordable Housin The implementation of new housing policies and procedures have enhanced and expedited housing development and rehabilitation activities. Rehabilitation assistance was provided to 15 low- income residents to preserve housing standards through the City's HOME Program. Code enforcement activities have also been an important component for maintaining and improving Lynwood's affordable housing stock. Rental and residential property inspectors worked with various other departments to improve Lynwood's housing stock, focusing on problems that threaten safe and secure housing. The City utilized its administrative review process to mitigate housing problems on a timely basis. In addition, the City in partnership with the Fair Housing Foundation (FHF) provides housing counseling, housing discrimination investigations, and landlord- tenant mediation and counseling to Lynwood residents free of charge. FHF provided a comprehensive, extensive and viable education and outreach services in addition to workshops and presentations to Lynwood residents. Fair housing activities were provided to educate tenants, landlords, owners, Realtors and property management companies on fair housing laws; to promote media and consumer interest; and to secure grass root's involvement within the communities. In addition, FHF specifically targets outreach to persons and protected classes that are most likely to encounter housing discrimination. c. Eliminate barriers to affordable housing The City continues to fund fair housing activities geared to eliminate impediments to fair housing choice, low- income renter households are able to access and maintain affordable housing. In addition, the City continued its affordable housing rehabilitation loan and grant program to upgrade the City's supply of affordable ownership housing stock. The City also continues to promote public awareness by providing and/or distributing fair housing literature at public places such as Lynwood's City Hall Bateman Hail, Senior Citizen Center, the Public Library and the foundation for Early Childhood Education and by holding the first Fair Housing Fair A variety of literature was offered in English-and Spanish. d. Overcome gaps in institutional structures and enhance coordination The City has made a concerted effort to eliminate institutional gaps, and enhance coordination of programs to all segments of the community The City and community based organizations work closely with governmental entities and community commissions and activist to determine the critical needs of households, in order to ensure CDBG and HOME funded activities address gaps in services. Public hearings and forums are held throughout the program year to obtain community input. 0 The City also works closely with the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA), to provide critical information regarding homeless services and identifying and prioritizing gaps and needs in the regional system of care. e. Improve public housing and resident initiatives: There are no public housing developments located in the City of Lynwood at this time. f. Evaluate and reduce lead base paint hazards: It is the City of Lynwood's goal to provide an environment free of lead based hazards. Integral to the City's residential rehabilitation program is a Lead Based Paint Hazard assessment for each project. The City will contract with a qualified firm to conduct property inspections and risk assessments for HOME funded rehabilitation projects. The City will have an environmental expert perform lead -based paint testing or risk assessment determined by the lesser of the total federal funds to be provided or the rehabilitation hard construction costs minus the soft costs and lead -based paint hazard reduction costs. The City will disclose to the homeowner any lead -based paint hazards. After the lead hazard is controlled or abated and the environmental expert performs a clearance process, then the homeowner is notified of that clearance. Property owners will be provided the lead based paint pamphlets and literature regarding the hazards and protection from lead in the home. Homeowners also will be required to sign a statement verifying their review and understanding of LBP g. Ensure compliance with program and comprehensive planning requirements and monitoring: The City will require all subrecipients under the CDBG program to submit a quarterly grantee performance report, documenting the number, income, race /ethnicity, and household characteristics of the persons/households assisted. The Community Development Department conducts annual site visit to all subrecipients and desk top audits to ensure that CDBG program guidelines as well as the contracted scope of services are being met. Project and financial data on CDBG and HOME funded activities are maintained using HUD's IDIS (Integrated Disbursement Information System) software. Use of this system allows HUD staff easy access to local data for review and progress evaluation. The City monitors the affordability provisions as outlined in the HOME program agreements. Projects that have one to four HOME units will have on -site inspections every three years; projections with five to twenty - five units will be inspected every two years. For projects containing twenty -six units or more, a yearly inspection will be conducted. h. Reduce the number of persons living below the poverty level: The 2010 Action Plan identified strategies for reducing the number of persons living below poverty level in Lynwood. The City provided resources to households living in poverty through network of social and public service agencies and programs. Specifically, resource referrals, housing, and food programs were utilized to assist these households. The City's goal is to provide affordable housing assistance to low income persons and families. During this fiscal year the City completed 1 housing unit, as its first affordable rental housing project and is planning a 93 unit affordable housing project located at Atlantic Avenue and Carlin Avenue. Persons interested in Lynwood's housing activities that do not qualify are referred to other agencies. 10 F. LEVERAGING RESOURCES: Community Development Block Grant and HOME funds were the principal source of revenue to meet the goals and objectives identified in the Consolidated Plan. However, the City pursued all available resources during the program year Resources used to leverage federal funds include: - CDBG and HOME Program Income - Federal Low Income Housing Tax Credit -Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds For housing projects, the City considers redevelopment set - asides funds and HOME funds for home improvement and new housing construction. CDBG funds, Bonds and the City's General funds are utilized for various infrastructure and 'public facility improvements. The City's general funds are also utilized to augment the cost of several public service activities. ARRA funds have been used to provide assistance to the homeless, provide temporary jobs, complete public improvements, and to purchase, rehabilitate and resale foreclosed properties to low income families. G. CITIZEN PARTICIPATION The City of Lynwood uses citizen participation processes that facilitate community input into all phases of Consolidated Plan development and implementatidn including City Council meetings, neighborhood block watch meetings, numerous boards and public hearings, all designed to solicit public comments. Lynwood encourages the inclusion of all City residents especially low- income residents who are the primary clients for HUD programs, non - profit organizations and other interested parties. The City also works with key non- profit organizations in encouraging the participation of the citizens they work directly with, including many of the low and moderate - income residents who are the primary targets of our HUD funded programs. Bi- lingual services are available for those who request them. The draft version of the CAPER was developed and made available to the public on August 9, 2011, for a 30 -day review period, as required by U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regulations. Further, notice of the 30 -day public review period was published in Lynwood's local newspaper the Lynwood Press Wave on August 5, 2011 Copies of the draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report were made available to the public at the following locations: - The Community Development Department - Lynwood City Clerk's Office - Lynwood City Hall Annex Building - Lynwood Public Library On September 7, 2011 the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Commission held a Public Hearing for review and discussion of the CAPER, and to allow public comment. The meeting took place at a time and location convenient to potential and actual program beneficiaries and included accommodations for persons with disabilities. City staff provided the.CDBG Commission with copies of the CAPER to distribute information about the consolidated planning process to their neighbors. At a result of the hearing and during the 30-day comment period, no negative comments submitted or received. 11 H. SELF - EVALUATION The City's Five -Year Consolidated Plan to HUD stated many community needs and its commitment to use HUD funds in a manner that continues to stretch each HUD dollar as much as possible. The Plan states the City's commitment to working with local partners to achieve goals, such as eliminating chronic homelessness and lead -based paint hazards and achieving a sustainable balance in affordable housing, providing for new economic opportunities and environmental quality The City of Lynwood's accomplishments and plans were carried out both in spirit and action. The strategy concentrated both CDBG and HOME funding on affordable housing, eliminating barriers to housing, affirmatively furthering fair housing and the coordination of public improvements and services that benefit low and moderate income persons, including the elderly, and those persons with disabilities. The City of Lynwood has successfully met HUD's timeliness standards after expediting its public improvement projects, and has also met HUD's reporting requirements throughout the year Overall, the City has made progress in addressing the challenges of stabilizing the homeowner base within the community, improving the existing housing stock, and improving the overall quality of life in neighborhoods throughout Lynwood. However, a great need still exists in the community, especially for those at the lowest of incomes. Increasing cuts at both the federal and state levels of government have put a squeeze on public service programs, while the demand for these services have increased. The ability of the City to meet these particular needs with its HUD funding has been limited with federal CDBG budgets not keeping pace with inflation and being aggressively cut. However, Lynwood will continue to aggressively pursue long -term objectives in the ConPlan by leveraging resources and a variety of financing approaches, as becomes available. Below provide a Strategic Plan Goals and Accomplishments chart of the City of Lynwood Consolidated Plan 5 -year goals as compared to the fiscal year 2010 annual accomplishments. STRATEGIC PLAN GOALS AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS CHART APfiori iNee o . Homeless/HIV/AIDS LFi a Ye 51 80 beneficiaries [Fisca_I�Year�2.0.10_ 86 Non - Homeless Special Needs 400 seniors 319 seniors Owner Occupied Housing 50 housing units 15 housing units Public Facilities 1 facility 0 Infrastructure Improvements 2 projects 1 complete Public Services 1,350+ people 5,000 people Other —Code Enforcement 6,500 code compliance inspections 7,900 compliance inspect ons Other — Fair Housing 250 people 185 people 12 I. MONITORING The City's monitoring procedures are outlined below CDBG Sub recipient— The City of requires all subrecipients under the CDBG program to submit a quarterly grantee performance report, documenting the number, income, race /ethnicity, and household characteristics of the persons /households assisted. In addition, the Department conducts annual site visits to all subrecipients to ensure that the quality and location of services and the targeted beneficiaries are consistent with CDBG program guidelines as well as the contracted scope of services specified in the agreements with the City Home Program —The City will continue to monitor the affordability provisions as outlined in the HOME program agreements. Projects that have one to four HOME units will have on -site inspections every three years; projections with five to twenty -five units will be inspected every two years. For projects containing twenty -six units or more, a yearly inspection will be conducted. Technical Assistance - The City proposes to implement a new service that provides technical assistance to community based organization seeking grants, grant preparation and grant administration. Furthermore, project and financial data on CDBG- funded activities will be maintained using HUD's IDIS (Integrated Disbursement Information System) software. Use of this system allows HUD staff easy access to local data for review and progress evaluation. All CDBG and HOME program grant disbursements are timely and not differ from letter of credit disbursements. There are no activities or strategies falling behind of schedule at this time. 13 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT NARRATIVE STATEMENTS a. Assessment of relationship between use of CDBG funds and priority needs, goals, and specific objectives identified in the Consolidated Plan. Extent to which CDBG funds were distributed amount different categories of housing needs identified in the Consolidated Plan — The City of Lynwood funded its housing activities with the use of HOME and Redevelopment funds. Both funds were used for construction of housing. HOME funds were used for housing rehabilitation and first time homeowner assistance. CDBG funds were used for homeless activities and to address and enforce housing code standards. Relationship between CDBG expenditures and high priority activities — Below an assessment of the use of CDBG funds in relation to Consolidated Plan priorities: Homeless /HIV /AIDS The City expended Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re- housing Program (HPRP) funds to address homelessness during PY 2010. 86 low income and very low income households were assisted with housing retention assistance, temporary assistance and /or stabilization services. Non - Homeless Special Needs CDBG public services funds were expended for Senior Citizen activities benefitting low income and very low income residents; public safety activities and public services. More than 5000 residents benefitted from these services and /or were referred to such agencies as the Department of Social Services and the Legal Aid Society Affirmatively Further Fair Housing — Lynwood in partnership with the Fair Housing Foundation work together to solve housing issues relating to discrimination, tenantllandlord disputes and substandard housing complaints, as well as educating the public as to their rights under the law The City also continues to monitor and remove impediments to fair housing choice and updates its Analysis of Impediment to assure that progress is being made and that any new impediments are being addressed. Owner - Occupied Housing In an effort to preserve Lynwood's existing housing stock, Lynwood provided 15 home improvement loans and grants to low and moderate - income residents through its Home Improvement Program. Lynwood intends to increase program participation next year by augmenting the City's home improvement program costs with CDBG funds. Rental Housing Lynwood in partnership with AMCAL is began construction on 94 affordable rental units. Construction is planned for 2012. Low income residents will receive priority placement on the property Infrastructure Improvements This year the City provided funding for 1 residential street reconstruction and sidewalk improvements. Both projects are in construction. In addition, CDBG -R funds were used to reconstruct 1 residential street which has benefitted more than 5,000 City residents. Code Enforcement Conducted more than 7,000 compliance inspections for property maintenance violations, and building, electrical, plumbing code violations, and 153 garage conversions in an effort to halt substandard housing and improve living conditions and the elimination of blighted conditions. Evaluation of extent to which CDBG funds were used for activities that benefit low and moderate income person s — The City of Lynwood ensured that 100% of CDBG funds were spent to benefit low and moderate income persons and households, as evidenced in Attachment "A" the Financial Summary Report. 14 Changes in Project Obiective —None. b. Assessment of Efforts to Carryout Planned Actions as part of Certifications - Resulting project assessments contained within the CAPER reveal that the City closely adhered to plan actions and. project activities described in the Action Plan, and that all benefitted extremely low income, low income, and moderate income persons. c. Activities that benefitted extremely low income, low income and moderate income persons include: Senior Citizen Program HPRP Homeless Program Home Improvement Program Infrastructure Improvements There were no changes to the objectives of fiscal year 2010 programming. 15 CITY OF LYNWOOD HOME PROGRAM CAPER NARRATIVES FISCAL YEAR 2010 HUD requires the following: All Grantees Receiving HOME Funds Must Submit the Following Narrative information: 1 Assessment of Relationship of HOME Funds to Goals and Objectives a. Assess the use of HOME funds in relation to the priorities, needs, goals, and specific objectives in the Consolidated Plan. During the program year, the City of Lynwood utilized its HOME funds to address housing needs identified in the City's approved 2010 -2014 Consolidated Plan. The following table represents the Strategic Plan Priorities for housing as described in the 2010 -2014 Consolidated Plan. The table represents the Strategic Plan Priority levels for both rental housing and owner occupied housing. 2010 -2014 Consolidated Plan - Strate is Plan Priorities �•:_..._ <P.riont - ,Nd6d -Cate o" A ..._.. Rrioiity,Le'vel' Rental Housing Medium Owner Occupied Housing High The priority levels assigned to each of the aforementioned categories during the development of the 2010- 2014 Consolidated Plan were based on the following criteria: • Community participation • Public consultation process • Public meetings and hearings • Past HOME funding allocations • Input from City Departments • Needs identified in the Housing Element • Needs identified in Redevelopment Implementation Plan Based on the Strategic Plan Priorities for the Consolidated Plan period, the City established the following priorities and specific objectives under the 2010 -2011 Action Plan: Maintain the quality and affordability of the existing housing stock through the HOME funded Housing Rehabilitation Program. 2010 -2011 Specific Obiective: The specific objective was to provide 10 homeowners with rehabilitation loans (Maximum $45,000) and five (5) homeowners with emergency grants (maximum $10,000) to repair their homes. Note that applicants who obtain the loan portion of the program are also eligible for the grant portion to address emergency or health and safety issues. 16 2. Increase the number of affordable rental housing stock through the acquisition or construction of rental housing. 2010 -2011 Specific Obiective: The specific objective was to acquire or develop one (1) rental housing through a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO). The table below provides the amount of HOME funds allocated under the 2010 -2011 Action Plan in its efforts to meet the priorities and specific objectives listed above. The table provides the proposed accomplishments and actual accomplishments for the 2010 -2011 Program Year: 2010 Action Plan - Housin Goals ActiviNeslProgiairis- Fund "Amodht Proposed r , Accom 6sfiments l ,- Actual ; 'Accom lishnients. HOME Rehabilitation $503,458 15 Households 15 Households HOME CHDO $100,669 1 Rental Unit 0 Rental Units HOME Administration $67,112 N/A N/A The following is a description of the activities /programs (noted in the table above) that the City implemented during the 2010 -2011 Program Year: HOME Rehabilitation Program The program provided loans up to a maximum of $45,000 and grants up to $10.000. To be eligible for assistance, homeowners cannot exceed the low- to moderate - income levels as established by HUD Under the $10,000 grant element, the City assists homeowners who are in need of repairs to items that present an immediate threat to the integrity of the structure and /or the elimination of health & safety issues on the dwelling. During the program year, the City completed a total of 15 rehabilitation projects (3 grants only and 12 combination loan /grant). This. includes projects funded with prior year funds but completed during this program year The City expended approximately $558,243 during the program year in the implementation of the HOME Rehabilitation Program. This includes 2009 and 2010.funded rehabilitation projects. HOME CHDO Proiect The City proposed to assist a non - profit CHDO to acquire and rehabilitate an existing single family dwelling or property The property is then sold to a low- to moderate - income household. During the program year, the City did not allocate its 2010 -2011 CHDO funds. The City will be combining 2010 -2012 CHDO funds with 2011 -2012 CHDO funds to assist a CHDO with a larger project. During the program year, the City has continued to work with Habitat for Humanity, a non - profit housing developer, as one of the City's selected Community Housing Development Organizations to complete prior year CHDO projects. This includes the working with Humanity has been working to complete the development of 10 affordable single - family homes at 4237 Imperial Hwy and three (3) additional affordable single - family homes at 3254 Palm Avenue. For detailed information on each of the HOME funded activities for the 2010 -2011 Program Year, please refer to Attachment "A" — Individual Project Sheets. 17 a. Evaluate progress made toward meeting goals for proving affordable housing using HOME funds, including the number and types of households served. The City of Lynwood has made progress towards meeting the specific goals set under the 2010 -2014 Consolidated Plan and the 2010 -2011 One -Year Action Plan. These goals are being met through the City's funding commitments to assist in the development existing affordable housing for low- and moderate - income families. The City identified the goal of expanding housing opportunities for a variety of households with very low- to moderate - income, including persons with special needs. The table below provides a breakdown of the Strategic Plan Priorities for housing as delineated in the 2010 -2014 Consolidated Plan (Priority Housing Needs Table). The table provides a list of the proposed goals for each housing category The table is broken down by very low (0 -30 %), low (31 -50 %), and moderate (51 -80 %) income levels as defined by the U.S. Department of Urban Development (HUD). - Priority Housine Needs Note: Section 215 Goals are affordable housing units that fulfill the criteria of Section 215 of the National Affordable Housing Act. For rental housing a Section 215 unit is occupied by a low -mod household and bears a rent that is less than the Fair Market Rent or 30 percent of the adjusted income of a family whose income does not exceed 65% of the area median income. For ownership housing a Section 215 for sale unit is one to be purchased by a low -mod household and the sale price does dot exceed HUD mortgage limit. A Section 215 rehabilitated unit is one occupied by a low -mod household and has a value after rehabilitation does not exceed the HUD mortgage limits. 18 Small Related 0 -30% High 100 0 31 -50% High 100 0 51 -80% Medium 0 0 Large Related 0 -30% High 50 0 31 -50% High 50 0 51 -80% Medium 0 0 Renter Elderly 0 -30% High 100 0 31 -50% High 100 0 51 -80% Medium 0 0 All Other 0 -30% Low 0 0 31 -50% Low 0 0 51 -80% Low 0 0 Owner 0 -30% High 10 2 31 -50% Hieh 10 11 Note: Section 215 Goals are affordable housing units that fulfill the criteria of Section 215 of the National Affordable Housing Act. For rental housing a Section 215 unit is occupied by a low -mod household and bears a rent that is less than the Fair Market Rent or 30 percent of the adjusted income of a family whose income does not exceed 65% of the area median income. For ownership housing a Section 215 for sale unit is one to be purchased by a low -mod household and the sale price does dot exceed HUD mortgage limit. A Section 215 rehabilitated unit is one occupied by a low -mod household and has a value after rehabilitation does not exceed the HUD mortgage limits. 18 51 -80% I High 115 114 Special Needs 0 -80% Medium 0 0 Total 215 Goals 535 27 Total 215 Rental Goals 500 0 Total 215 Owner G oals 35 27 Note: Section 215 Goals are affordable housing units that fulfill the criteria of Section 215 of the National Affordable Housing Act. For rental housing a Section 215 unit is occupied by a low -mod household and bears a rent that is less than the Fair Market Rent or 30 percent of the adjusted income of a family whose income does not exceed 65% of the area median income. For ownership housing a Section 215 for sale unit is one to be purchased by a low -mod household and the sale price does dot exceed HUD mortgage limit. A Section 215 rehabilitated unit is one occupied by a low -mod household and has a value after rehabilitation does not exceed the HUD mortgage limits. 18 The City accomplished these goals with combination of the following Affordable Housing Programs • Housing Rehabilitation; • Neighborhood Stabilization Program — Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resale Program; and • New Construction 2. HOME Match Report a. Use HOME Match Report HUD - 40107 -A to report on match contributions for the period covered by the Consolidated Plan Program year The premise of the National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, which authorized the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, is that providing affordable housing to low- income persons is the responsibility of all levels of government. As a result, a matching contribution is required as the local government's stake in the HOME Program. HUD defines Match as "the permanent contribution made by a Participating Jurisdiction (PJ) (i.e. City) to the HOME Program for affordable housing." The HOME Program requires Cities to provide a "Match" in an amount equal. to no less than 25 percent of the total HOME funds drawn down for project costs. The City of Lynwood of has qualified for a 100% HOME match reduction for the 2010 -2011 Program Year Therefore, the City does not have a matching contribution requirement with the federal formula entitlement grant (see Attachment "B" - HUD 40107 -A Report). 3. HOME MBE and WBE Report Use Part III of HUD Form 40107 to report contracts and subcontracts with Minority Business Enterprises (MBEs) and Women's Business Enterprises (WBEs). Property Acquisition and Rehabilitation In a coordinated effort the City of Lynwood, the Lynwood Redevelopment Agency and Habitat for Humanity (HFH) -are continuing to look for foreclosed and vacant properties that can be purchased, rehabilitated, and resold to low income families. These households are required to provide sweat equity by assisting in the rehabilitation of their home and also qualifying for a standard market rate loan. The City will "help up" the family by reducing the price of the home to an affordable level and enabling the family resources to be expended on other necessary family enhancing activities. The City may consider using HOME CHDO funds and if available, Redevelopment set aside funds on these projects. This program has been extended based upon the allocation of funds received from National Stabilization Program I and Ii. Annual Goals and Strategies During the program year, the City of Lynwood utilized its cumulative allocation of HOME funds to address the housing needs that were identified in the City's approved Consolidated Plan. The City is currently meeting the goals set forth through commitment and expenditure to provide affordable housing to its low and moderate income families. 19 The City identified the goal of expanding housing opportunities for the elderly, disabled, and households with very low to moderate income, and persons with special needs. The City will implement these goals with combination of the following Affordable Housing Programs: • Housing Rehabilitation • .Acquisition and Rehabilitation • New Construction Within the program year the City faced many challenges with committing and spending the program allocations and meeting the required deadlines. These challenges forced the City to make housing a priority and to determine strategies for committing and expending HOME funds. Accomplishments The City met all required commitment and expenditure deadlines. Within the program year the City expended over $400,000 of HOME funds to create a safe, decent living environment for 14 households; began construction on 10 new affordable ownership housing units; completed an agreement to build 3 new affordable ownership housing units; completed 3 new homes; initiated and completed the acquisition, rehabilitation, and resale of 4 foreclosed homes to low income families; and acquired federal NSP funds to further the foreclosure purchasing program. In the City's efforts to meet the expenditure requirement the City increased its Housing Rehabilitation program output by 30 %. The following information is a summary of the accomplishments for 2010 Program Year This summary includes the total number of housing units planned, the amount expended, and the type of assistance. Housing Rehabilitation The City of Lynwood's Housing Rehabilitation program is the most needed and successful program within the HOME program. The City continues to have an overwhelming response to its program with over 50 persons who have expressed interest in participating. Concomitant with that interest, the City has redoubled its efforts to address this interest by increasing its output and engaging outside assistance to meet this demand. The City has also streamlined the program focusing on code enforcement safety issues. The application wait time has dramatically decreased from one year to approximately 4 months. Below is a summary of FY 2010 home improvement accomplishments: Number Amount Type of Of Units Expended Assistance 14 $412,000 14 grants & 6 loans The City's rehabilitation program provides technical and financial assistance to qualifying owners of residential properties within the City of Lynwood. The program, limited to owner occupied homes, is designed to rehabilitate and correct code violations for existing properties. Within the program year the City has marketed the program at various town hall meetings and publications, including Lynwood n' Perspective to provide the information to the community regarding the program. 20 Community Housing Development Organizations Lynwood maintains its agreements with the Foundation of Affordable Housing (FAH) as a certified Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) to develop affordable housing. FAH's in partnership with AMCAL will soon began construction of 93 affordable environmentally friendly rental housing units at the northwest corner of Atlantic Avenue and Carlin Avenue. The development is proposed to have two and three - bedroom units in clustered three -story apartment buildings on 3.75 acres. The development would include a community center, day care or head start program, two play structures, .computer room and will utilize sustainable building methods to the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified Silver standard. The LEED Green Building Rating System encourages and accelerates global adoption of sustainable green building and development practices through the creation and implementation of universally understood and accepted tools and performance criteria. The project, known as Park Place, will be restricted to very low and lower income households. The City has committed CHDO funds to FHA to expend upon the eligible Park Place project activities. Vacant Property Acquisition and Rehabilitation In a coordinated effort the City of Lynwood, the Lynwood Redevelopment Agency and Habitat for Humanity (HFH) completed the purchase, rehabilitation, and resale of two foreclosed and vacant properties to low income families. These properties have been rehabilitated and sold to deserving and qualified low income households. These households are required to provide sweat equity by assisting in the rehabilitation of their home and also qualifying for a standard market rate loan. The City will "help up" the family by reducing the price of the home to an affordable level and enabling the family resources to be expended on other necessary family enhancing activities. The City expended $402,590 of HOME CHDO funds and $211,910 of Redevelopment set aside funds on these projects. This program has been extended based upon the allocation of funds received from National Stabilization Program I and II. Vacant Property Acquisition and New Construction The City of Lynwood and HFH acquired a duplex located on a 38,000 square foot lot across from a new state of the art High School. The proposed project is projected to become a 10 unit new family housing development. This project expended $1,045,268 of HOME Entitlement, CHDO and Program Income funds. Pursuant to HUD guidelines, Program Income Funds were exhausted before any HOME Entitlement or CHDO funds were utilized. The City will be layering the Federal funds by paying for construction of the project with HFH corporate donations, WISH funds, Begin Funds, and State Housing Set Aside funds. This property is under construction and will become available for purchase by a qualified low income family within 6 months. Report on match contributions and resources from private and non - federal resources. The City of Lynwood does not have a matching contribution requirement with the federal formula entitlement grants. 21 Contracts with Minority Business Enterprises (MBE's) and Women Business Enterprises ( WBE's). The City has continued its partnership with Avant Garde Inc., which is a certified Women Business Enterprise. Avant Garde Inc., provides high quality technical support and administration of various affordable housing projects. As a participating jurisdiction the City maintains an affirmative marketing approach that provides information and attracts eligible persons for available housing without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, religion, family status or disability Addressing the multi- ethnic nature of the city, the City uses marketing procedures that inform potential program participants about Federal fair housing laws and equal housing opportunities in both Spanish and English. Additionally, the City uses special public outreach programs that include community based organizations, real estate organizations, and public service groups to solicit applications and inform the public about eligible programs and available assistance. HFH has conducted several outreach efforts by conducting community meetings, distributing flyers at various public institutions such as libraries, churches, senior center, high schools, district offices, banks, and other public locations. Numerous community meetings to recruit families have been conducted throughout the city in both Spanish and in English. Results of on-site inspections of affordable rental housing units. The City has established program guidelines that require all rental units to meet the City's minimum property standards, building codes and zoning ordinances at the time of project completion. Rent requirements are enforced by deed restrictions and affordability terms are included in written agreements. Both occupancy and rental requirements are monitored for 5 to 20 years depending on the amount of HOME funds provided. The City monitored five rental projects that were assisted with HOME funds in prior years. Currently the City is monitoring one rental development and, per HUD requirements, has acquired certifications from tenants confirming their low income status. As a result of the monitoring and certifications, the project is in compliance with all rent restrictions and occupancy requirements. Lead Based Paint (LBP) The City of Lynwood's housing is of old housing stock and has the potential of containing lead hazards. The City makes this a priority to remove and abate lead hazards in HOME assisted units and all homes where improvements are sought. The City conducted a Lead Based Paint workshop with the County of Los Angeles on or about October 2009 with several local contractors and multiple cities, including Rosemead. The City has also consulted the County of Los Angeles regarding the Consolidated Plan lead abatement plan and has implemented the new federal regulations pertaining to lead. The City will continue to provide information and education to households by incorporating the procedures to eliminate LBP hazards and to provide a process for the proper abatement of LBP in residential properties. The City will continue to, as it has in the past, distribute Lead Based Paint brochures in the Development Services Department to all homeowners and contractors seeking to improve their homes. For all residential rehabilitation projects funded by HOME, Lead Based Paint (LBP) inspections were conducted by a licensed contractor to determine the existence of lead based paint on the property The City has expended approximately $15,000 on the abatement of lead in HOME assisted rehab projects. All applicants to the Housing Rehab program are provided literature regarding the hazards of lead and methods to protect from lead in the home. Homeowners are also required to sign a statement certifying their review and understanding of LBP brochure. 22 For new residential units, including all construction sponsored by the City, contractors are not permitted to use paint containing more than 0.006 percent lead by weight in the total content of liquid paint. Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re- Housing Program (HPRP) PRP) On August 25, 2009, the City of Lynwood was granted $646,575 from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re- Housing Program (HPRP). Funds available under the HPRP program are intended to target individuals and families who would be homeless but for this assistance. HPRP funds are being used to provide financial assistance and services to Lynwood residents to help prevent them from homeless and to help those who are currently homelessness to be quickly re- housed and stabilized. The funds may also provide short -term or medium -term rental assistance; housing relocation and stabilization services, including such activities as mediation, credit counseling, security or utility deposits utility payments, moving cost assistance, and case management and a variety of other support that will help to deter homelessness. This year the HPRP program reports servicing a total of 66 households in the City of Lynwood. Of those 86 households, 81 were assisted by the Homelessness Prevention component of the program, and the 6 remaining households served by Rapid Re- Housing efforts. CDBG -R Program On August 25, 2009, the City of Lynwood was granted $422,000 from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant R. Funds available under the CDBG -R program are intended to stimulate economic growth and improve the City's infrastructure. The City allocated these funds to the improvement of two residential streets located at Sanborn Street between Virginia Street and Louise Street and Mulford Avenue from California Avenue to Birch Street. These projects will maximize job creation by providing badly needed construction jobs for those most impacted by the current recession. The renewal of these streets will improve the infrastructure leading to a new housing project located at 11300 Atlantic Avenue. The project should produce 21 temporary construction jobs and will provide long term economic benefit for at least 10 year These funds are not subject to the standard annual reporting cycle for other HUD funds such as CDBG, HOME, but they do contribute to the overall mission of HUD and the City 23 CITY OF LYNWOOD- HUD CONSOLIDATED PLAN ACCOMPLISHMENTS CHART FISCAL YEARS 2010 THROUGH 2014 PRIORITY: PRESERVE EXISTING HOUSING STOCK . ".,' , r =• _ t > "'�' 'b ='' ' : =` =a.... x OBJECTIVE: Preserve existin sin kle and roulti-6 housing through code enforcement and i•ehabilitation� TOTAL PROJECT TITLE STRATEGIES 5 YEAR GOAL FY2010 FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 FY 2014 GOALS MET Identify and Identify & cite Code eliminate slum and 25,000 code Enforcement blighted condition Violations Homeowner Provide grants and Rehabilitation deferred payment 30 Homes Program loans to homeowner for home improvement PRIORITY: INCREASE AFFORDABLE HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES OBJECTIVE: Increase the affordable hob`sing supply and homeoWnership opportunities TOTAL PROJECT TITLE STRATEGIES 5 YEAR GOAL FY2010 FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 FY 2014 GOALS MET Acquisition & Acquire and Affordability/ Rehab. Program rehabilitate homes Accessibility and resell to low an moderate income families Provide funds to Homes CHDO Housin CHDO non -profit Affordability/ Program developers to create Accessibility affordable housing PRIORITY- AFFIRMATIVELY FUR HOUSING THER FAIR HOUSI , " , .. 'A ECTI OBJVE: Attain fair hobsing choices for all by amelioration and elimination of impediments to fair hous _ TOTAL PROJECT TITLE STRATEGIES 5 YEAR GOAL FY2005 FY2006 FY2007 FY2008 FY 2009 GOALS MET Provide fair housing Fair Housing services, landlord people Program tenant counseling, Affordability/ homebuyer Accessibility assistance and eliminate impediments to fair housing 24 !t CITY OF LYNWOOD- HUD CONSOLIDATED PLAN ACCOMPLISHMENTS CHART FISCAL YEARS 2010 THROUGH 2014 PRIORITY: AFFIRMATIVELY FURTHER FAIR HOUSING OBJECTIVE: Attain'fair housing choices for all by amelioration and elimination of impediments to fair housing. TOTAL PROJECTTITLE STRATEGIES 5 YEAR GOAL FY2010 FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 FY 2014 GOALS MET Homeless Provide funding for people people Programs homeless services families families and /or activities families 0 families Availability/ Accessibility PRIORITY: ADDRESS THE NEDDS OF SPECIAL POPULATIONS •. OBJECTIVE: Improve,social services for the special needs (non - homeless) populations TOTAL PROJECT TITLE STRATEGIES 5 YEAR GOAL FY2010 FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 FY 2014 GOALS MET Public Service Provide funds (15% Improve and Programs of CDBG increase 59,336 allocation) for services Availability/ public services to Accessibility improve services for elderly, disabled, you and other groups PRIORITY: PROVIDE PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS OBJECTIVE: Provide public infrastructure improvements that will enhance the quality of life in the community s neighborhoods. TOTAL PROJECT TITLE STRATEGIES 5 YEAR GOAL FY2010 FY2011 FY2012 FY2013 FY 2014 GOALS MET Infrastructure Complete Improvement infrastructure streets Programs improvements improved identified by City's Sustainability Capital Improvement Programs PRIORITY: EXPAND THE ECONOMIC BASE AND PROMOTE GREATER JOB OPPORTUNITIES OBJECTIVE: Support economic development projects that strengthen the economic base and generate'jobs L I I I I I TOTAL PROJECT TITLE STRATEGIES 5 YEAR GOAL FY2005 FY2006 FY2007 FY2008 FY 2009 GOALS MET Economic Make payments jobs Development for Section 108 0 0 0 0 Availability/ Programs Loan Accessibility 25