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HomeMy Public PortalAboutA 1993-05-19 - CDBGr •i � A G E N D A COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ADVISORY BOARD- COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING WEDNESDAY MAY 19, 1993 6:00 P.M. LYNWOOD CITY HALL, 11330 BULLIS ROAD KEN WIBECAN CHAIRPERSON KENNETH ALFORD VICE CHAIRPERSON MARGARET ARAUJO COMMISSIONER ANA VENTURA COMMISSIONER OPENING CEREMONIES: A. CALL TO ORDER B. FLAG SALUTE C. ROLL CALL D. CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING BY CITY CLERK E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - APRIL 21 & 29, 1993 F. PUBLIC ORALS: (ITEMS ON AGENDA ONLY) G. NEW BUSINESS 1. CALENDAR FOR FISCAL YEAR 1993/94 2. LOAN REVIEW COMMITTEE H. STAFF ORALS I. BOARD ORALS J. ADJOURNMENT 0 I K CI O VEIVED_ F LYNWOOD CITY CLERKS OFFICE AM MAY .13 1993 Fa 718191 NIHIV1 1 1 2 1314i$ 6 CONSTANCE FRANKLIN COMMISSIONER CLAUDE LAW COMMISSIONER LAURA BYRD COMMISSIONER Adjourn to the next regular scheduled meeting at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of Lynwood City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood California. MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING (PUBLIC HEARING) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ADVISORY BOARD COMMISSION CITY OF LYNWOOD WEDNESDAY, APRIL 21, 1993 OPENING CEREMONIES A. CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of the Community Development Block grant Advisory Board Commission was called to order by Chairperson Wibecan, on the above captioned date at 6:05 p.m., in the Council Chambers of Lynwood City Hall, 11330 Bullis Road. B. FLAG SALUTE All those present participated in the flag salute. C. ROLL CALL Commissioner Wibecan requested the roll call, and Ms. Clark complied. Present: Chairperson Ken Wibecan Vice Chair Kenneth Alford Commissioner Margaret Araujo Commissioner Ana Ventura Commissioner Claude Law Commissioner Constance Franklin (Excused) Commissioner Laura Byrd Also Present: Annette Clark, HCD Manager Chondra Handley, Minutes Clerk Sol Blumenfeld, CD Director Louis Morales, Planning Associate D. CERTIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING BY CITY CLERK Ms. Clark stated that the agenda was posted per the Brown Act. E. APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion was made by Commissioner Araujo, seconded by Commissioner Franklin to approve the minutes of April 7, 1993. F. PUBLIC ORALS NONE G. NEW BUSINESS 1. PUBLIC HEARING (PROPOSED STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES) Commissioner Law opened discussion by stating numerous concerns with various projects presented for approval. He asked if the Code Enforcement program has changed since last year. Ms. Clark informed the Commission that CDBG funds only subsidize the Code Enforcement program and that the General Funds covers the majority of the cost to implement the program. Also that CDBG funds are only used to pay for cost in eligible slum /blight areas, which have been targeted this fiscal year. , Commissioner Law requested that staff submit copies of the audit recently prepared on the Lynwood Entrepreneur Development Academy, for the Commission's review. Commissioner Wibecan suggested to the Commission that every one voice their concerns, prior to Ms. Clark responding. Commissioner Araujo asked if Code Enforcement would be limited to slum and blighted census tracts? She requested a map of the designated census tracts. In addition, Araujo stated that it has been her understanding that funding is provided to assist programs to get started, however, Project Impact has received funding for numerous years and continues to submit funding request. She stated that the Crossing Guards Program has not been funded by CDBG funds in the past. How was the program being funded? Ms. Clark replied that the crossing guards were funded by the General fund, however due to budget cuts, the general fund can no longer support this activity. Commissioner Ventura requested clarification on the funding of the Code Enforcement program. Ms. Clark replied that CDBG funds subsidize the program, along with the General fund. Ms. Clark informed the Commission that the program will be operated citywide, however CDBG expenditures will be made in low income, slum /blighted areas only. Commissioner Ventura asked if CDBG funding were not provided for the crossing guards, would the program be cancelled? Ms. Clark that it would be one of the first cuts considered by the general fund. Ms. Clark addressed questions related to the Academy. She stated that information on the Lynwood Entrepreneur Development Academy has not been completed. After receipt of this information, staff will forward copies to the Commission, as requested. Ms. Clark stated that the Street reconstruction projects were funded this fiscal year. However, the project has not been complted and funds have not been expended. Commissioner Law stated that in prior years the City has allocated funds to projects and those projects were not utilizing the funds. He requested that in the future staff monitor the projects to assure that the funds are being expended in an expedient manner. Commissioner Wibecan asked if the money is not being spent, why is a similar amount being allocated to the same projects the next year? For example LEDA, if the $225,000.00 allocated to the program for fiscal year 1992 -93 has not been spent, why would they received $300,000 for fiscal 1993 -94. Ms. Clark replied that LEDA intends to expend all funds before the end of this fiscal year. Therefore, the $300,000 would be utilized for the new year 93 -94. Commissioner Alford requested that staff initiate monitoring to assure the projects are spending the funds in a timely manner. Ms. Clark stated that the projects are monitored for contract compliance, financial management, etc. and that staff receives monthly reports on project process and expenditures. r Ms. Clark introduced Ms. Alfretta Earnest, Director of Finance to provide input on the Crossing Guard program and the funding request. Ms. Earnest stated that the Finance Committee had reviewed CDBG proposals for Fiscal year 1993 -94 and made recommendations to fund the crossing guard program, along with other in -house activities, in order to insure continuity of the projects. Due to general funds budget cuts, this activity was being considered for deletion from the City's budget. in regards to the LEDA audit, Ms. Earnest informed the Commission that the City Manager informed the public at the last City Council Meeting that a draft would be available within two weeks. The Commission thanked Ms. Earnest for the information and she was excused. The Commission proceeded to vote on the proposed projects for recommendation to the City Council. 1. CDBG Administration - Motion was made by Commissioner Law and seconded by Commissioner Franklin to recommend funding in the amount $360,400. Motion carried unanimously. 2. Section 108 Loan Repayment - Motion was made by Commissioner Araujo, and seconded by Commissioner Franklin to recommend funding in the amount of $390,150. Motion was carried unanimously. 3. Rehabilitation Loan Program - Motion was made by Commissioner Ventura, seconded by Commissioner Alford to recommend funding in the amount of $300,000. Motion carried unanimously. 4. Code Enforcement Program - Motion was made by Commissioner Araujo, seconded by Commissioner Law to recommend funding in the amount of $198,000. Motion carried unanimously. 5. Lynwood Entrepreneur Development Academy - Motion was made by Commissioner Ventura, seconded by Commissioner Franklin to Deny funding. Motion carried unanimously. 6. Crossing Guard Program - Motion was made by Commissioner Ventura, seconded by Commissioner Law to recommend funding in the amount of $140,000. Motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Araujo motioned to add funds to this program in order to hire two additional guards. Commissioner Law seconded. Motion carried unanimously. 7. St. Francis Maternal Child Care - Motion was made by Commissioner Araujo, seconded by Commissioner Law to recommend funding in the amount of $20,000. Motion carried unanimously. 8. Project Impact - Motion was made by Commissioner Ventura, seconded by Commissioner Franlin to Deny funding. Motion carried unanimously. Commissioner Wibecan asked for an explanation as to why the Commission denied funding for Project Impact. Commissioner Ventura stated that Project Impact has requested and received funding on a yearly basis and that the Commission would like to allow funding for other activities. 9. Lynwood Senior Citizen Program - Motion was made by Commissioner Alford, seconded by Commissioner Araujo to recommend funding in the amount $26,350. Motion carried unanimously. A presentation by Rosa Lopez was made on behalf of 100 Men Plus, Commissioner Araujo served as translator. Ms. Lopez explained the program goals and objectives and stated that an important goal is to bring unity within the schools of Lynwood. She stated that the program is for the children. Ms. Lopiez informed the Commission that the program provided Easter baskets, food, and a Easter egg hunt for the community children. Ms. Lopez stated that working with the youth in the community brings her great joy. The request for funding was submitted in order for the program to continue to serve the children in this area. Commissioner Wibecan asked Ms. Lopez the meaning of the name 11 100 Men Plus "? Commissioner Araujo stated that the program is provided to this community through the County, therefore the different programs all have different names. Community Youth Gang Services is the 100 Men Plus Program, who do other duties in addition to Gang Services. Commissioner Alford asked that if the program was not funded by the CDBG funds, how would the program continue to exist. Commissioner Araujo said the program was previously funded by the county, however there has been budget cuts. The program will continue to have fund raisers and accepts donations to assist with their funding. Commissioner Wibecan suggested that the request for funding be revised and resubmit to the Commission for review. Ms. Clark stated that the Proposed Statement is scheduled to go to the City Council on May 4, 1993. Therefore, the revised proposal must be submitted before Tuesday, April 27, 1993. Ms. Lopez agreed to revise the request for funding to explain the program and how the funds will be utilized. Motion was made to consider funding 100 Men Plus in the amount of $20,000.00 with a recommendation that a revised proposal be submitted to Council with this recommendation. Motion carried unanimously. The Public Hearing conveyened to the regular meeting at 7:25 p.m. } i • 2. PRESENTATION BY SOL BLUMENFELD (INFORMATIONAL ITEM) (SECTION 108 LOAN AMENDMENT) Mr. Blumenfeld explained to the Commission the purpose of the informational item which is to request that the Commission recommend approval to City Council to allocate the City's Community Development Block Grant section 108 Loan Guarantee funds in connection with two proposed properties. The Commission was informed that this item is a informational item, the Public Hearing is scheduled for a special meeting of April 29, 1993. Mr. Blumenfeld stated that in 1989 the City executed a grant agreement for the Section 108 loan funds in the amount of $1.5 million dollars. Those funds have not been expended. The proposed use of funds at that time was to provide a loan to the Lynwood Redevelopment Agency with the goal to eliminate slum and blight by acquiring properties in the redevelopment project area. Since that time the funds have not been allocated. In 1992 the Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for the construction of Central Appliance. In addition the City took a very aggressive role in preparing numerous improvement programs, which included a retail development, the return of Lucky supermarket and a restaurant. Mr. Blumenfeld stated that the proposed amendment to the Section 108 Loan use of funds will meet the national objective, to benefit low moderate income residents, and also to provide jobs. In the final phases of development it is estimated that 300 jobs will be provided. In addition this project is considered to be the beginning of the City's Rebuild Lynwood program. After brief discussion the Commission thanked Mr. Blumenfeld for the presentation and the meeting was adjourned to the next regularly scheduled meeting. CHAIRPERSON ANNETTE CLARK, HCD MANAGER