HomeMy WebLinkAbout09 - PH-1 - Public Hearing for Fiscal Year 2016-2017 - 5/3/2016CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
MEETING DATE: MAY 3, 2016 ITEM NUMBER: PH -1
SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING FOR FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017 FUNDING PRIORITIES
FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM (HOME)
DATE: APRIL 21, 2016
FROM: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT/HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
PRESENTATION BY: WILLA BOUWENS-KILLEEN, AICP, ZONING ADMINISTRATOR
MIKE LINARES, CDBG/HOME COORDINATOR
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION MIKE LINARES, CDBG/HOME COORDINATOR
CONTACT: 714.754.5678 mike.Iinares@costamesaca.gov
WILLA BOUWENS-KILLEEN, AICP, ZONING
ADMINISTRATOR
714.754.5153 willa.bouwens-killeen@costamesaca.gov
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. Hold Public Hearing regarding the 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan.
2. Approve recommended allocation of $990,347 for the Fiscal Year 2016-2017
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application.
3. Approve recommended allocation of $338,895 for the Fiscal Year 2016-2017
HOME Investment Partnership Grant.
4. Approve resolution (Exhibit A) to authorize the following:
• City's Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to act as the official representative of the
City in order to submit the 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan (Exhibit B) and all
certifications and assurances contained therein;
• CEO to act in connection with the submission of the Annual Action Plan;
• CEO to approve minor changes and provide additional information as may be
required.
BACKGROUND
Costa Mesa is a recipient of certain Housing and Urban Development (HUD) funds; the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships
Grant (HOME). These two HUD programs annually provide approximately $1.3 million
to the City and can be used for an array of services that assist low and moderate -
income persons.
The Housing and Community Development Division (HCD) of the Development
Services Department is responsible for administration of the City's CDBG and HOME
grants. CDBG and HOME programs and projects must reflect the needs outlined in the
City's Consolidated Plan. The Consolidated Plan is a five-year planning document
required by HUD for all communities receiving community development funds. The
current Consolidated Plan was approved by the City Council in May of 2015, and
covers Fiscal Year (FY) 2015-2016 through FY 2019-2020. Pursuant to CDBG and
HOME program regulations, the City has prepared the draft 2016-2017 Annual Action
Plan in order to comply with HUD's requirements and for the City to continue to receive
these federal funds.
The Annual Action Plan is the one year expenditure plan for the use of HUD funds. For
FY 2016-2017, the City will receive $990,347 CDBG funds and $338,895 in HOME
funds. These allocations represent a reduction of 3.7% for CDBG and 3.3% increase
for HOME from current year funding levels. The priority housing and community
development needs identified in the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan were utilized to
determine the proposed programs and projects presented for FY 2016-2017 funding
consideration.
ANALYSIS
As a recipient of CDBG and HOME funds, the City of Costa Mesa is required to prepare
a five-year strategic plan known as the Consolidated Plan. The Consolidated Plan must
be prepared every three to five years. The current Consolidated Plan was approved by
the City Council in May 2015 and its five-year cycle will end on June 30, 2020.
The Consolidated Plan identifies priority housing and community needs, and lays out
the City's five-year plan to address these needs. Priority needs are identified as either
a high or low need. Activities that address a high priority need will be funded by the City
during the five-year period provided adequate resources are available. Low priority
needs will most likely not receive funding; however, if resources are available and the
respective need increased in importance, funding could be allocated in future years.
Table 1 provides a summary of housing and community needs identified in the current
Consolidated Plan:
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Table 1: 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan Priority Goals & Outcomes
Goal
Category
Priority
Need(s)
Goal Outcome
Need
Addressed
Indicator
Owner Occupied
Affordable
High
Owner Occupied
Rehabilitate 50
Housing Rehabilitation
Housing
Housing
Housing Units
Rental Housing
Affordable
Rental Housing
Rehabilitate 1
Rehabilitation
Housing
Low
Acquisition /
Housing Unit
Rehabilitation
Rental Housing
Affordable
Rental Housing
Acquire 1 Rental
Acquisition
Housing
Low
Acquisition /
Housing Unit
Rehabilitation
Affordable
Housing Code
Enforce Codes of
Code Enforcement
Housing
High
Enforcement
1,250 Housing
Units
Emergency Shelter
Homeless
High
Homeless Services
10 Persons
& Housing
Assisted
Transitional Housing
Homeless
High
Homeless Services
75 Persons
& Housing
Assisted
Rapid Re -housing
Homeless
High
Homeless Services
25 Households
& Housing
Assisted
Homelessness
Homeless
High
Homeless Services
10 Persons
Prevention
& Housing
Assisted
Tenant -Based Rental
Homeless
Low
Homeless Services
1 Household
Assistance
& Housing
Assisted
Senior/Frail Elderly
Special
High
Services for
2,500 Persons
Services
Needs
Elderly/Frail Elderly
Assisted
Services for Disabled
Special
High
Services for
150 Persons
Needs
Disabled
Assisted
Non -Housing
2,500 Persons
Youth Services
Community
High
Youth Services
Assisted
Development
Low and Moderate
Non -Housing
Services for Low &
750 Persons
Income Persons
Community
High
Moderate Income
Assisted
Development
Persons
Non -Housing
Public Facility
Public Facilities
Community
High
Public Facilities
Benefit:
Development
2,500 Persons
Non -Housing
Public
Public Infrastructure
Community
High
Public
Infrastructure
Improvements
Development
Infrastructure
Benefit:
7,500 Persons
Program
Administration
High
Program
Other:
Administration
Administration
5 Years
Annual Action Plan
The Annual Action Plan outlines how the City will allocate both CDBG and HOME funds
for eligible activities that address the priority needs identified in the Consolidated Plan.
Both CDBG and HOME have specific program requirements, for example, CDBG funds
must be utilized to achieve one of three national objectives: Elimination of slums and
blight, benefit to low and moderate -persons, or meet an urgent need. HOME funds
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must be used to preserve or increase housing opportunities for low-income residents
living in Costa Mesa.
Outlined below are the programmatic recommendations by staff to address the
Consolidated Plan's priorities. Proposed budgets for FY 2015-2016 CDBG and HOME
funds are also listed below:
CDBG FUNDS
HUD has notified the City it will receive $990,347 in CDBG funds for FY 2016-2017. An
additional $230,000, in prior year CDBG funds are also available for programming in FY
2016-2017. Staff is recommending funding in four primary program areas; 1) Code
enforcement, 2) Capital improvements, 3) Public services grants, and 4) Program
administration.
Code Enforcement
CDBG funds may be used for code enforcement activities provided the program primarily
benefits low and moderate -income persons, and that such code enforcement "together
with public or private improvements, rehabilitation, or services to be provided," may be
expected to arrest the decline of the area. The crux of this regulation is that any
CDBG-funded code enforcement activity must have a direct nexus to the rehabilitation
or improvement of housing in an eligible area. For FY 2016-2017, a total of $300,000
will be allocated to support the work efforts of two full-time code enforcement officers
and one full-time clerical support staff. The enforcement activity of these two officers
will be limited to Census Tract Block Groups identified by HUD (see Attachment 2 of
Annual Action Plan).
Capital Improvements
CDBG funds may be used to improve public facilities and/or infrastructure provided the
primary beneficiaries are low and moderate -income Costa Mesa residents. For FY 2016-
2017, staff is recommending $573,725 in CDBG funds for two capital projects; 1) ADA
improvements at the Jack Hammett Sports Complex and 2) Bay Street — between Harbor
and Newport Boulevard. ADA improvements will be limited to a specific park location;
Street Improvements will be limited to CDBG-eligible neighborhoods.
Public Service Grants
The City is allowed to allocate up to 15 percent of its annual CDBG allocation for public
service grants. As authorized by the City Council, HCD staff solicited proposals from
nonprofit agencies that serve Costa Mesa residents. Based on the City's FY 2016-2017
CDBG grant allocation, a maximum of $148,552 is available for public service grant
funding. In March 2016, the City's Ad -Hoc Housing and Public Service Grants
Committee (H&PSG Committee) interviewed grant applicants, rated and ranked
applications, and developed public service grant funding recommendations. Exhibit C
provides a summary of the H&PSG Committee's rating, ranking and grant
recommendations for the City Council's consideration. Exhibit C also includes a
summary of grant applications and a three-year funding history of CDBG public service
grants. Complete public service grant applications can be found on the City's webpage
(http://www.costamesaca.gov/cdbg). Grant recommendations are also listed in the
proposed CDBG budget below.
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Administration
HUD allows the City to allocate up to 20 percent of its annual grant for planning and
program administration. Based on the FY 2016-2017 grant, a maximum of $198,070 is
available for program administration. Eligible program administration expenditures
include program staff salaries and benefits, contract services, legal services, and direct
program operating costs.
Proaosed FY 2016-2017 CDBG Budget
AVAILABLE FUNDS
2016-2017 CDBG Allocation
$990,347
Prior Year Funds
$230,000
TOTAL:
$1,220,347
PROPOSED PROGRAMS/PROJECTS
Code Enforcement
■ Salar & Benefits - 2 FT Officers & 1 FT Clerical
$265,073
■ Allocated/Misc.
$34,927
Subtotal:
$300,000
Capital Improvement Projects
■ Jack Hammett Sports Complex ADA
Improvements
$275,000
■ Residential Street Improvements - W. Bay
Street
$298,725
Subtotal:
$573,725
Public Service Grants (15% Maximum)
■ City of Costa Mesa Senior Counseling Program
$15,000
■ Colette's Children's Home
$17,552
■ Community SeniorSery — Congregate Meals
$15,000
■ Community SeniorSery — Home Delivered Meals
$15,000
■ Council on Aging — Orange County
$15,000
■ Fair Housing Foundation (required)
$21,000
■ Families Forward
$15,000
■ Mercy House Transitional Living Center
$20,000
■ Youth Employment Services
$15,000
Subtotal:
$148,552
Administration 20% Maximum
■ CDBG Program Administration
$198,070
Subtotal:
$198,070
TOTAL:
$1,220,347
Total Unappropriated Funds
$0
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HOME FUNDS
The City of Costa Mesa has been notified by HUD that its FY 2016-2017 HOME
Program Grant allocation is $338,895, an increase of approximately 3.4 percent
($11,237) from the current year grant. Additional HOME funds being budgeted include
$560,608 in prior year program funds for a total HOME budget of $899,503. From the
FY 2016-2017 grant, a required 15 percent must be utilized for an eligible Community
Housing Development Organization (CHDO) project, and a maximum of 10 percent
may be allocated for administration. Staff is proposing allocation FY 2016-2017 HOME
funds for three core activities; 1) Single-family housing rehabilitation loans and grants,
2) CHDO reservation, and 3) Program administration.
Housing Rehabilitation
HOME funds may be used to improve and preserve the City's supply of owner -occupied
housing for households with an income up to 80 percent of the County median. Staff is
recommending continued funding of the City's Single Family Housing Rehabilitation
Loan and Grant program. A total of $373,217 is allocated for these programs. In
addition to the allocation of HOME funds by HUD, the City also receives income when
prior funded housing rehabilitation loans are repaid. Program income may be used for
any HOME eligible activity. The City is required to utilize program income before it uses
new grant funds; therefore, program income received during the fiscal year will be
utilized for housing rehabilitation programs. The City is also allowed to keep up to 10%
of program income funds for HOME administration expenditures. In recent years the
City has received significant amount of program income. This income was expended
as required; however, the HOME program does require that funds be committed within
24 for months of the grant award date. HUD will recapture funds that are not committed
within required timelines.
CHDO
HOME program regulations require that a minimum of 15% of an annual grant allocation
be utilized by a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO). CHDO's are
typically nonprofit organizations specializing in the development of low-income affordable
housing. No qualified project is identified at this time; however, based on the City's FY
2016-2017 HOME grant, $50,834 has been set-aside for a CHDO project. Additionally,
the 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan is recognizing $419,486 in prior year CHDO funding.
Recognition of these funds will provide the City flexibility to fund a future CHDO project(s).
Administration
HUD allows the City to allocate up to 10% of its annual grant for HOME program
administration. Based on the FY 2016-2017 grant, a maximum of $33,889 is available
for HOME program administration. The City also has $22,077 in prior year HOME
Administration funds that will be available during the fiscal year. Eligible program
administration expenditures include program staff salaries and benefits, contract
services, legal services, and direct program operating costs.
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Proposed FY 2016-2017 HOME Budqet
AVAILABLE FUNDS
2016-2017 HOME Allocation $338,895
Prior Year HOME Admin Funds $22,077
Prior Year HOME Non-CHDO Funds $119,045
Prior Year HOME CHDO Funds $419,486
TOTAL:
$899,503
PROPOSED PROGRAMS/PROJECTS
Housing Rehabilitation
■ Housing Rehabilitation Loans & Grants (approx.
1 loan @ $50,000 and 15 grants)
$327,018
■ Program Staff Salary and Benefits
$46,199
Subtotal:
$373,217
CHDO Reservation — 15% of Current Year Grant —
Project to be determined
$50,834
Prior Year CHDO Reservation — Project to be
determined
$419,486
Subtotal:
$470,320
Administration 10% Maximum
■ FY 2016-2017 HOME Program Administration
$33,889
■ Prior Year HOME Program Administration
$22,077
Subtotal:
$55,966
TOTAL:
$899,503
Total Unappropriated Funds
$0
The 2016-2017 Fiscal Year will be the second year of the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan
cycle. The Action Plan is the link between the goals and objectives listed in the
Consolidated Plan with actual projects and activities to be carried out during a 12 -month
period or fiscal year. The specific time frame covered by the 2016-2017 Action Plan
begins July 1, 2016 and ends June 30, 2017. The Action Plan includes several HUD
required components including:
• A list of federal, non-federal, and private funds expected to be available to address
priority needs and objectives.
• A description of the activities the City will undertake in 2016-2017 to meet priority
needs.
• A description of the geographic distribution of federal assistance.
• An outline of the activities that will be undertaken to address the needs of the City's
households at -risk of homelessness, those currently homeless, and persons that are
not homeless but have special needs
• An evaluation of how the additional strategies outlined in the Consolidated Plan will
be addressed during 2016-2017.
• A discussion regarding certain program requirements for the CDBG and HOME
programs.
• Various forms and certifications related to the application and implementation of the
Consolidated/Annual Action Plan, and the use of CDBG and HOME funds.
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The 2016-2017 Action Plan is attached to this Agenda Report as Exhibit B.
NOTICING REQUIREMENTS
As required by HUD, a notice was published on April 3, 2016 inviting the public to
review and comment on the draft document during a thirty -day (30) comment period.
The comment period began April 4, 2016, and concludes May 3, 2016.
FISCAL IMPACT
No financial impacts are anticipated. HUD has notified the City it will receive $990,347
in CDBG funds for FY 2016-2017. An additional $230,000 in prior year funding is also
available. HUD will reimburse the City up to these amounts for eligible CDBG program
expenditures.
HUD has notified the City it will receive $338,895 in HOME funds for FY 2016-2017. An
additional $560,608 in prior year funding is also available. HUD will reimburse the City
up to these amounts for eligible HOME program expenditures.
ALTERNATIVES CONSIDERED
City Council can choose not to fund the proposed programs and projects as
recommended by staff and reallocate CDBG or HOME funds to other eligible activities.
Council could also direct staff to not submit the Action Plan; however, if the City does
not submit the Plans by May 16, 2016, HOME funds will most likely be returned to the
U.S. Treasury and the City's CDBG funds will be distributed proportionally among all
other Orange County jurisdictions that receive CDBG funds.
LEGAL IMPACT
No adverse legal impact is anticipated.
CONCLUSION
The draft 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan was prepared according to HUD regulations,
and outlines how the City will utilize FY 2016-2017 CDBG and HOME funds to meet the
objectives and goals of the Consolidated Plan. It is recommended that the City Council
hold a public hearing to obtain additional public input regarding the draft 2016-2017
Annual Action Plan, and approve a resolution authorizing the Chief Executive Officer to
submit the Action Plan to HUD on behalf of the City of Costa Mesa.
GARY ARMSTRONG
Economic and Development Services
Director
MIKE LINARES
CDBG/HOME Coordinator
WILLA BOUWENS-KILLEEN
Zoning Administrator
STEPHEN DUNIVENT
Interim Finance Director
Attachments: Exhibit A — Resolution
Exhibit B — Draft 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan
Exhibit C — FY 2016-2017 CDBG Public Service Grant Recommendations
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RESOLUTION NO. 16-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA,
CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF THE 2016-2017 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
FOR THE APPLICATION AND EXPENDITURE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS ACT FUNDS TO THE
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT.
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COSTA MESA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE
AS FOLLOWS:
WHEREAS, the City of Costa Mesa is a recipient of the federal Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) and is also a participating jurisdiction in the
federal Home Investment Partnerships Grant (HOME); and
WHEREAS, in order to receive annual allocations of these federal programs the
City is require to prepare a five-year strategic plan known as the Consolidated Plan;
and
WHEREAS, on May 5, 2015, the Costa Mesa City Council adopted Resolution
NO: 15-20, approving and authorizing submission of the 2015-2019 Consolidated
Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); and
WHEREAS, the federal regulations (Title 24 Code of Federal Regulations Part
91) delineate the required content of the Consolidated Plan, including an annual
application and expenditure plan for CDBG and HOME funds; and
WHEREAS, the City is required to submit the 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan to
the HUD by May 16, 2016; and
WHEREAS, the City is eligible to receive $990,347 in FY 2016-2017 CDBG
funds which can be used for social service grants, public facilities, and administration, and
is also eligible to receive $338,895 in FY 2016-2017 HOME Investment Partnerships funds
which can be used for housing and administration as set forth in the attached 2016-2017
Annual Action Plan; and
WHEREAS, the City has published a notice of a public hearing requesting
comments on the 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan; and
WHEREAS, in the 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan, the City has considered all public
comments or views which have been received either in writing or at the public hearing;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE City Council of the City of Costa
Mesa that the submission of the FY 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan is hereby authorized.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City's Chief Executive Officer, or his
designee, is hereby identified as the official representative of the Grantee to submit the
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Annual Action Plan, all certifications and assurances contained therein, and to approve
minor changes and provide additional information as may be required.
BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED that the City's Chief Executive Officer, or his designee,
is hereby identified as the official representative of the Grantee to sign all appropriate sub-
agent agreements for the use of funds approved in the FY 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan.
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 3rd day of May, 2016.
Stephen M. Mensinger, Mayor
ATTEST:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Brenda Green, City Clerk Thomas Duarte, City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) ss
CITY OF COSTA MESA )
I, BRENDA GREEN, City Clerk of the City of Costa Mesa, DO HEREBY CERTIFY
that the above and foregoing is the original of Resolution No. 16- and was duly passed
and adopted by the City Council of the City of Costa Mesa at a regular meeting held on the
3rd day of May 2016, by the following roll call vote, to wit:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereby set my hand and affixed the seal of the City
of Costa Mesa this 3rd day of May 2016.
BRENDA GREEN, CITY CLERK
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EXHIBIT B
Executive Summary
AP -05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
Introduction
The City of Costa Mesa is a recipient of federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home
Investment Partnerships Grant (HOME) funds; funds are awarded to the City by the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development (HUD). As a recipient, the City is required to prepare a five-year
strategic plan known as the Consolidated Plan. The Consolidated Plan identifies and prioritizes housing
and community needs, and establishes five-year goals and objectives to address these needs. The City's
current Consolidated Plan was approved in May 2015, and covers Fiscal Year (FY) 2015-16 through FY
2019-20.
The Annual Action Plan is the component of the Consolidated Plan that is revised annually. It is the link
between the goals and objectives identified in the City's 2015-19 Consolidated Plan and the planned
annual expenditure of CDBG and HOME funds over a twelve-month period. The time period covered by
the 2016-17 Annual Action Plan begins July 1, 2016, and ends June 30, 2017. The City refers to this time
frame as a Fiscal Year (FY).
The 2016-17 Annual Action Plan has been prepared utilizing HUD's eConPlan suite, a module of the
Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS). The Annual Action Plan includes several HUD
required components including:
1. Resources — Federal and other public and private funds expected to be available to address
priority needs and objectives identified in the Consolidated Plan, leveraging of non-federal
funds, and match requirements for HUD programs.
2. Description of Activities to be Undertaken — Descriptions and information regarding activities
the City will undertake during FY 2016-17 to meet priority needs.
3. Geographic Distribution — A description of the geographic distribution of direct CDBG and
HOME -funded activities.
4. Homeless and other Special Needs — An outline of the activities that will be taken during the
fiscal year to address the needs of the City's households at risk of homelessness, those currently
homeless, and individuals that are not homeless, but that have special needs.
5. Other Actions - How HUD sub -strategies detailed in the Consolidated Plan will be addressed
during the fiscal year (including actions to eliminate impediments to fair housing).
6. Program Specific Requirements — CDBG and HOME program requirements.
7. Certifications & Standard Form 424 - HUD certifications related to the implementation of the
Consolidated Plan, Action Plan, and the CDBG and HOME programs. Also, the application forms
to HUD for FY 2016-17 CDBG ($990,347) and HOME ($338,895) funds.
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2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
The 2015-19 Consolidated Plan identifies the following goals and objectives to be undertaken during a
five-year period:
High Priority Need
• Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation: Rehab 50 units - $1,227,942 (HOME)
• Code Enforcement: Inspect 1,250 Units - $1,200,000 (CDBG)
• Emergency Shelter: Assist 10 Persons - $10,000 (CDBG)
• Transitional Housing: Assist 75 Persons - $50,000 (CDBG)
• Rapid Re -housing: Assist 75 Households - $50,000 (CDBG)
• Homelessness Prevention: Assist 25 Persons - $15,000 (CDBG)
• Senior Services: Assist 2,500 Persons - $125,000 (CDBG)
• Disabled Services: Assist 150 Persons - $25,000 (CDBG)
• Youth Services: Assist 1,250 Persons - $50,000 (CDBG)
• Low/Moderate Income Services: Assist 750 Persons - $115,000 (CDBG)
• Public Facilities: Benefit 2,500 Persons - $250,000 (CDBG)
• Public Infrastructure: Benefit 7,500 Persons - $2,382,113 (CDBG)
• Program Admin: 5 Years - $943,028 (CDBG)/$152,765 (HOME)
Low Priority Need
• Rental Housing Rehabilitation: Rehab 1 Unit - $229,149 (HOME)
• Rental Housing Acquisition: Acquire 1 Unit - $100 (HOME)
• Tenant -Based Rental Assistance: Assist 1 Household - $50,000 (HOME)
3. Evaluation of past performance
Fiscal Year 2015-16 is the first year of the 2015-19 Consolidated Plan cycle; year-end program
accomplishments are not available at this time. This information will be provided in subsequent years as
respective program years are completed.
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process
For the preparation of the 2016-17 Annual Action Plan, the following opportunities for public
participation were taken:
• Distribution of a Notice of Availability of Funds for outside agencies
• Ad-hoc Committee Resident advisory committee public meeting to receive input regarding
public service needs and to prioritize funding for FY 2016-17 public service grants (March 22,
2016).
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• Public Notice - 30 -day comment period and public hearing
• Public Hearing - City Council Public Hearing to receive additional public input and to approve the
FY 2016-17 Annual action Plan (May 3, 2016).
5. Summary of public comments
TO BE ADDED AT END OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD AND PUBIC HEARING
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
TO BE ADDED AT END OF PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD AND PUBIC HEARING
7. Summary
The 2016-17 Annual Action Plan is the link between the 2015-19 Consolidated Plan and the expenditure
of federal CDBG and HOME funds. HUD has notified the City it will receive $990,347 in CDBG and
$338,895 in HOME funds for FY 2016-17. The Action Plan outlines the activities the City plans to
undertake to address the priority housing and community needs identified in the Consolidated Plan.
The time period covered by the 2016-17 Annual Action Plan begins July 1, 2016, and ends June 30,
2017.
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PR -05 Lead & Responsible Agencies — 91.200(b)
Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan
Describe the agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant
program and funding source.
Agency Role
Name
Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator
COSTA MESA
Housing & Community Dev/Development Services
HOME Administrator
COSTA MESA
Housing & Community Dev/Development Services
Table 1— Responsible Agencies
Narrative (optional)
The City's Housing and Community Development (HCD) Division of the Development Services Department is primarily responsible for the
preparation of the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, and for administration of CDBG and HOME funds.
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Mike Linares, CDBG/HOME Coordinator, 77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92628 (714) 754-5678 — mike.linares@costamesaca.gov.
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AP -10 Consultation — 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1)
Introduction
The Consolidated Plan/Annual Action Plan process requires jurisdictions to contact and consult with
other public and private agencies, and residents when developing respective plans. For the FY 2016-17
Annual Action Plan, the City consulted with the public and private agencies listed below. Also listed
below are the steps taken by the City to solicit the input of community residents.
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between
public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health
and service agencies (91.215(1))
The City of Costa Mesa does not own or manage public housing. Similarly, the City does not administer
the Housing Choice Voucher or Section 8 Certificate rental assistance programs. The rental assistance
voucher/certificate programs are administered in the City of Costa Mesa by the Orange County Housing
Authority (OCHA). The City is a member of the OCHA Cities Advisory Committee, which provides OCHA
staff with input regarding program policies.
The City's Network for Homeless Solutions (NHS) is a taskforce comprised of representatives of various
City departments, other government agencies, nonprofit service agencies, and representatives of faith -
based service providers. The main focus of the NHS is to find workable solutions to address the needs of
the homeless, especially those with close ties to Costa Mesa. Additionally, the City works closely
with other Orange County HUD -grantee communities to develop regional plans and to share program
management data.
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with
children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness.
Since 2014, the Network for Homeless Solutions (NHS) has been in place to directly address homeless
issues in Costa Mesa. As outlined above, the NHS is a working group of City staff, representatives of
service providers and faith -based organizations. The NHS is focused on establishing direct links to
services for the homeless - especially for those with strong ties to Costa Mesa - and facilitating access to
services and housing options. Another key element of this working group is the undertaking of a unique
count of the City's homeless with the assistance of local volunteers, churches, and Vanguard University
(located in Costa Mesa). The NHS also serves as a liaison to the business community and resident
groups.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate
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outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and
procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS
The City is not a recipient of Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds; therefore, it does not assist the
Orange County — Continuum of Care (OC-CoC) with the determination of ESG allocations, nor evaluating
outcomes, or developing policies and procedures for the administration of Homeless Management
Information System (HMIS).
2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process
and describe the jurisdiction's consultations with housing, social service agencies and other
entities (see Table 2)
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Table 2 — Agencies, groups, organizations who participated
1
Agency/Group/Organization
211 Orange County
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -homeless
Regional organization
Planning organization
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Homelessness Strategy
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
Regional Continuum of Care coordinator and HMIS administrator; provided
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
significant information regarding regional and City homeless population and
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
shelter resources.
2
Agency/Group/Organization
City of Costa Mesa
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Housing
Services -homeless
Other government - Local
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Housing Need Assessment
Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Strategy
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Market Analysis
Economic Development
Anti -poverty Strategy
Lead-based Paint Strategy
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Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
Various City departments, commissions and City Council provided a variety of
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
data and information. Also played a key role in identifying priorities and the
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
allocation of HUD funds.
3
Agency/Group/Organization
Orange County Housing Authority
Agency/Group/Organization Type
PHA
Other government - County
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Housing Need Assessment
Consultation?
Public Housing Needs
Anti -poverty Strategy
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
OCHA provided information regarding the number of Costa Mesa residents
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
receiving rental assistance and also those who applied for rental assistance.
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
Vouchers/Certificates provided by OCHA are a key component of the City's
housing needs strategy for lower income renter households.
4
Agency/Group/Organization
Fair Housing Foundation
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Service -Fair Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Impediments to fair housing
Consultation?
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency helped identify the needs of lower income families and individuals
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
requiring fair housing services. Also provided consultation on the City's
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
strategy to address impediments to fair housing.
S
Agency/Group/Organization
Mercy House Transitional Living Centers
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -homeless
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What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Strategy
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency assisted with development of the City's homeless strategy and
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
implementation of service/housing programs to assist the homelessness and
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
those at risk of becoming homeless.
6
Agency/Group/Organization
Families Forward
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -homeless
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Consultation?
Anti -poverty Strategy
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency helped identify needs and assisted with implementation of the City's
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
homeless service/housing strategy with a focus on homeless families with
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
children.
7
Agency/Group/Organization
Colette's Children's Home
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -homeless
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency helped identify needs and assisted with implementation of the City's
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
homeless service/housing strategy with a focus on homeless women and
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
women with children.
8
Agency/Group/Organization
Elwyn California
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Persons with Disabilities
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What section of the Plan was addressed by
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Consultation?
Economic Development
Anti -poverty Strategy
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency provided input regarding City's special needs populations, specifically
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
employment opportunities for persons with developmental disabilities.
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
9
Agency/Group/Organization
Youth Employment Services
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Employment
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Consultation?
Economic Development
Youth services
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency helped identify needs and provided input regarding the City's youth,
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
specifically employment needs/opportunities for youth age 16 to 24.
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
10
Agency/Group/Organization
Community SeniorSery
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Elderly Persons
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Consultation?
Anti -poverty Strategy
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency helped identify needs and provided input regarding the City's special
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
needs populations, specifically seniors and frail elderly.
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
11
Agency/Group/Organization
Council on Aging Orange County
Agency/Group/Organization Type
Services -Elderly Persons
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Non -Homeless Special Needs
Consultation?
Anti -poverty Strategy
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Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
The City made an effort to have as open a consultation process as possible; no one agency type was knowingly not consulted.
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
Agency helped identify needs and provided input regarding the City's special
Continuum of Care
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
needs populations, specifically seniors, frail elderly/disabled adults. Also
10 -Year Plan to End
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
provided data regarding special needs housing resources.
12
Agency/Group/Organization
Vanguard University
Homelessness
Agency/Group/Organization Type
University
Regional Analysis of
What section of the Plan was addressed by
Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Impediments to Fair Housing
Consultation?
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Homelessness Strategy
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization
Annual count and survey of Costa Mesa homeless.
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of
the consultation or areas for improved coordination?
Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
The City made an effort to have as open a consultation process as possible; no one agency type was knowingly not consulted.
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan
Lead Organization
How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan?
Continuum of Care
211 -OC
Helped determine needs and program goals to address homelessness in the City
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County of Orange
Helped establish priority homeless housing needs and discharge planning
Homelessness
Regional Analysis of
Identified multi -jurisdictional fair housing impediments that were applicable to
Impediments to Fair Housing
OC HUD Grantee Cities
the City and which were incorporated into Consolidated Plan/Annual Plan goals
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Name of Plan
Lead Organization
How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan?
5 -Yr & 1 -Yr Public Housing
Orange County Housing
OCHA provided information regarding the housing needs of lower income renter
Authority (PHA) Plan
Authority (OCHA)
households, which were incorporated into the Consolidated Plan
City of Costa Mesa Capital
Identified projects within CDBG-eligible areas and citywide, which were used to
City of Costa Mesa
Improvement Plan
establish Con Plan goals
City of Costa Mesa Housing
City of Costa Mesa
Identified housing needs, goals, and program for all economic segments of City
Element
2015 Costa Mesa Homeless
Costa Mesa homeless census data was utilized to prioritize use of limited
Vanguard University
Count
funding and to identify the most vulnerable among the City's homeless
Table 3 — Other local / regional / federal planning efforts
Narrative (optional)
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AP -12 Participation — 91.105, 91.200(c)
Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal -setting
The City took several steps to obtain the input of community residents and stakeholders in order to develop the 2016-17 Annual Action Plan.
Consultation efforts included public meetings (resident advisory committee and City Council) and notices.
Specifically for the 2016-17 planning process, the City utilized its internet webpage and newspaper notices, to inform residents and stakeholders
of the opportunity to provide input and to review/comment on the draft Action Plan. All City Council meetings were notices in local newspapers
of general circulation. Additionally, the draft 2016-17 Annual Action Plan was posted on the City's website for public review and comment, and
hard copies were made available during the required 30 -day public comment period which was held from April 4, 2016, to May 3, 2016 (see
Appendix 1).
Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort Order
Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
response/attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of comments
not accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
Citizen Advisory
Committee. 8
Non -
committee members
1
Public Meeting
targeted/broad
None
NA
NA
discussed priority
community
public service needs
(3/22/16)
Non-
30 -day public
2
Newspaper Ad
targeted/broad
comment period
TBD
TBD
NA
community
(4/4/16 to 5/3/16)
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Sort Order
Mode of Outreach
Target of Outreach
Summary of
response/attendance
Summary of
comments received
Summary of comments
not accepted
and reasons
URL (If
applicable)
Date: 5/3/16 Regular
City Council meeting.
Non -
individuals
3
Public Hearing
targeted/broad
TBD
TBD
NA
spoke during public
community
comments portion of
public hearing
Table 4 — Citizen Participation Outreach
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Expected Resources
AP -15 Expected Resources — 91.220(c) (1, 2)
Introduction
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Fluctuations in CDBG and HOME funding make it difficult to estimate the amount that will be available over the five-year time period of the
Consolidated Plan. With the loss of redevelopment funding in 2012, the only funds that may be available to implement the Consolidated Plan
are General Fund and local housing authority resources for homeless services. Rental assistance voucher and certificate resources may also be
available via the Orange County Housing Authority (OCHA). For FY 2016-17, HUD has notified the City it will receive $990,347 in CDBG and
$338,895 in HOME funds. The City has also identified prior year grant funds that will be available during the fiscal year. The City's application for
CDBG and HOME funds is in the form of the SF 424 (attached).
Priority Table
Program
Source
of Funds
Uses of Funds
Expected
Amount
Available Year
1
Expected
Amount
Narrative Description
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total:
Allocation:
Income:
Resources:
$
Available
$
$
$
Remainder
of ConPlan
CDBG
public -
Acquisition
Annual CDBG allocation from HUD and
federal
Admin and
prior year funds
Planning
Economic
Development
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services
990,347
0
230,000
1,220,347
3,000,000
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Program
Source
Uses of Funds
Expected
Amount
Available Year
1
Expected
Narrative Description
of Funds
Amount
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total:
Allocation:
Income:
Resources:
$
Available
$
$
$
Remainder
of ConPlan
HOME
public -
Acquisition
Annual HOME allocation from HUD
federal
Homebuyer
and prior year funds
assistance
Homeowner
rehab
Multifamily
rental new
construction
Multifamily
rental rehab
New
construction for
ownership
TBRA
338,895
0
560,608
899,503
900,000
General
public -
Public Services
City General Fund & Housing Authority
Fund
local
Other
resources to provide homeless
outreach, engagement and case
management services. Estimated at
$260,000 per year—subject to annual
0
0
0
0
0
authorization by the City Council.
Other
public -
Other
The value of 615 rental housing
federal
vouchers and certificates assistance is
unknown. Program is administered by
0
0
0
0
0
the OCHA.
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how
matching requirements will be satisfied
In past years, the City was able to leverage federal funds with local redevelopment funds. In 2012 the State Legislature and Governor Brown
passed legislation to dissolve all redevelopment agencies in the State. As a result, this funding source is no longer available. For the foreseeable
future, it appears that the City will continue to allocate limited General Fund and local housing authority resources for homeless services. For FY
2016-17, approximately $260,000 will be committed for these services. The City has a HOME match surplus available to meet HOME match
program requirements.
If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs
identified in the plan
Costa Mesa is considered a built out community with little vacant land available for new development. The City has begun to recycle land to
accommodate housing growth. The City's Housing Element identifies City owned properties and considers various options for the
sites. Additional development opportunities are identified in the Housing Element and are mirrored in the 2015-19 Consolidated Plan.
Discussion
Funding resources to implement the City's 2016-17 Annual Action Plan are limited. For FY 2016-17, the City received less CDBG funds and
slightly more HOME funding compared to FY 2015-16. In recent years, HOME housing rehab loan repayments have provided the City with
additional funding; however, this source is susceptible to the fluctuations of the economy and is unpredictable. HUD has invested additional
resources into housing assistance vouchers and certificates, and OCHA has aggressively pursued these new resources. The City will continue to
support OCHA's efforts to secure new rental assistance resources. For the foreseeable future, the City will continue to support homeless service
programs serving individuals with strong ties to Costa Mesa with local funds.
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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP -20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e)
Goals Summary Information
Sort
Goal Name
Start
End
Category
Geographic
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
Order
Year
Year
Area
1
Owner Occupied
2015
2019
Affordable
Citywide
Owner Occupied Housing
HOME:
Homeowner Housing
Housing
Housing
$373,217
Rehabilitated: 16 Household
Rehabilitation
Housing Unit
2
Rental Housing
2015
2019
Affordable
Citywide
Rental Housing
HOME:
Other: 2 Other
Acquisition
Housing
Acquisition/Rehabilitation
$470,320
3
Program
2015
2019
Administration
Citywide
Program Administration
CDBG:
Other: 1 Other
Administration
$198,070
HOME:
$55,966
4
Code
2015
2019
Affordable
CDBG
Housing Code Enforcement
CDBG:
Housing Code
Enforcement
Housing
Eligible
$300,000
Enforcement/Foreclosed
Areas
Property Care: 200 Household
Housing Unit
5
Public Facilities
2015
2019
Non -Housing
Citywide
Public Facilities
CDBG:
Public Facility or Infrastructure
Community
$275,000
Activities other than
Development
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit: 1000 Persons Assisted
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Sort
Goal Name
Start
End
Category
Geographic
Needs Addressed
Funding
Goal Outcome Indicator
Order
Goal
Description
Year
Year
Goal Name
Area
Goal
Description
CDBG and HOME program administrative costs.
6
Public
2015
2019
Non -Housing
CDBG
Public Infrastructure
CDBG:
Public Facility or Infrastructure
Infrastructure
Community
Eligible
$298,725
Activities other than
Improvements
Development
Areas
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit: 1000 Persons Assisted
7
Homeless
2015
2019
Social Services
Citywide
Homeless Service Needs
CDBG:
Individuals: 49
Services
$52,552
8
Youth Services
2015
2019
Social Services
Citywide
Youth Service Needs
CDBG:
Individuals: 140
$15,000
9
Senior Services
2015
2019
Social Services
Citywide
Senior/Frail Elderly Service
CDBG:
Individuals: 525
Needs
$60,000
10
Low/Moderate
2015
2019
Social Services
Citywide
Low and Moderate -Income
CDBG:
Individuals: 373
Services
Service Needs
$21,000
Table 6 — Goals Summary
Goal Descriptions
1
Goal Name
Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation
Goal
Description
HOME funds for owner -occupied housing rehabilitation loans and grants.
2
Goal Name
Rental Housing Acquisition
Goal
Description
Funds available to assist CHDO with acquisition and/or rehabilitation of housing - project to be determined.
3
Goal Name
Program Administration
Goal
Description
CDBG and HOME program administrative costs.
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4
Goal Name
Code Enforcement
Goal
Housing and building code enforcement to arrest deterioration in eligible residential areas
Description
5
Goal Name
Public Facilities
Goal
ADA Improvements at Jack Hammett Sports Complex
Description
6
Goal Name
Public Infrastructure Improvements
Goal
Roadway rehabilitation and concrete parkway improvements - Bay Street (between Harbor Blvd. and Newport Blvd.)
Description
7
Goal Name
Homeless Services
Goal
Homelessness prevention, transitional housing, and rapid rehousing services for homeless and persons at risk of
Description
homelessness
8
Goal Name
Youth Services
Goal
Employment skills and placement services for young adults and teens
Description
9
Goal Name
Senior Services
Goal
Counseling and meal programs for seniors and frail elderly
Description
10
Goal Name
Low/Moderate Services
Goal
Fair housing outreach, education and enforcement services
Description
Table 7 — Goal Descriptions
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Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate -income families to whom the jurisdiction will provide
affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.215(b):
It is estimated that 10 extremely low-income (0%-30%), 5 low-income (a.k.a., very low-income 30%-50%), and 1 moderate -income (a.k.a. low-
income 50%-80%) households will benefit from HOME -funded activities during FY 2016-17. If a Community Housing Development Organization
(CHDO) project comes to fruition, units would also be for very low-income and extremely low-income households.
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AP -35 Projects — 91.220(d)
Introduction
FY 2016-17 CDBG and HOME funding has been allocated for the activities listed below:
#
Project Name
1
Housing Rehabilitation
2
HOME Administration
3
CHDO Housing
4
Special Housing Code Enforcement
5
Jack Hammett Sports Complex ADA Improvements
6
Bay Street Pavement Improvements
7
Senior Social Services Program
8
Congregate Meal Program
9
Home Delivered Meal Program
10
Long-term Care Ombudsman Program
11
Youth Employment Services Program
12
Colette's Children's Home Transitional Housing Program
13
Families Forward Housing Program
14
Mercy House Homelessness Prevention — Rapid Rehousing Program
15
Fair Housing Foundation
16
CDBG Administration
Table 8 — Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved
needs
Activities were selected for funding based on the priority housing and community needs established in
the Consolidated Plan. Due to a reduction and/or lack of funding, some needs may not be addressed
during FY 2016-17 (e.g., TBRA). Due to public service grant funding policies approved by the Costa Mesa
City Council in January 2016, sufficient CDBG funding was not available to fund programs serving all
underserved populations.
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Projects
AP -38 Projects Summary
Project Summary Information
Table 9 — Project Summary
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1
Project Name
Housing Rehabilitation
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation
Needs Addressed
Owner Occupied Housing
Funding
HOME: $373,217
Description
HOME funds for owner occupied housing rehabilitation loans and grants
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
16 housing units occupied by low and moderate -income homeowners
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Housing rehabilitation loans and grants to address deferred maintenance and building code
deficiencies
2
Project Name
HOME Administration
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Program Administration
Needs Addressed
Program Administration
Funding
HOME: $59,966
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Description
HOME funds for program oversight and coordination.
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
NA
Location Description
77 Fair Drive, Costa Mesa CA
Planned Activities
HOME program oversight and coordination.
3
Project Name
CHDO Housing
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Rental Housing Acquisition
Needs Addressed
Rental Housing Acquisition/Rehabilitation
Funding
HOME: $470,320
Description
HOME CHDO funds reserved for eligible housing project (to be determined)
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
TBD
Location Description
TBD
Planned Activities
TBD
4
Project Name
Special Housing Code Enforcement
Target Area
CDBG Eligible Areas
Goals Supported
Code Enforcement
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Needs Addressed
Housing Code Enforcement
Funding
CDBG: $300,000
Description
Enforcement of housing and building codes to address substandard conditions in
residential neighborhoods within eligible Census Tracts and Block Groups
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
200 residential units
Location Description
Eligible Census Tracts and Block Groups
Planned Activities
Enforcement of housing and building codes
5
Project Name
Jack Hammett Sports Complex — ADA Improvements
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Public Facilities
Needs Addressed
Public Facilities
Funding
CDBG: $275,000
Description
Funding to undertake ADA improvements
Target Date
1/30/2018
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
15,659 disabled individuals as estimated by HUD
Location Description
2750 Fairview Road, Costa Mesa CA
Planned Activities
ADA improvements to public facility
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6
Project Name
Bay Street Improvements
Target Area
CDBG Eligible Areas
Goals Supported
Public Infrastructure Improvements
Needs Addressed
Public Infrastructure
Funding
CDBG: $298,725
Description
Funding for street, gutter and crosswalk improvements
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
1,940 residents
Location Description
CT: 637..02 BG: 1 & 3 — 69.3% Low/Moderate-income
Planned Activities
Residential street pavement rehabilitation — Bay Street between Harbor Blvd and Newport
Blvd
7
Project Name
Senior Social Services Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Senior Services
Needs Addressed
Senior Services
Funding
CDBG: $15,000
Description
Counseling and case management for seniors
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
200 Seniors
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Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Counseling and case management for seniors
8
Project Name
Congregate Meal Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Senior Services
Needs Addressed
Senior Services
Funding
CDBG: $15,000
Description
Weekday senior lunch program at Costa Mesa Senior Center
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
200 Seniors
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Weekday senior lunch program at Costa Mesa Senior Center
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Project Name
Home Delivered Meal Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Senior Services
Needs Addressed
Senior Services
Funding
CDBG: $15,000
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Description
Meals on wheels program for homebound seniors
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
85 Seniors
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Home delivered meals on wheels program for seniors
10
project Name
Long-term Care Ombudsman Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Senior Services
Needs Addressed
Senior Services
Funding
CDBG: $15,000
Description
Advocacy services to frail, elderly, dependent adults living in certified long-term care
facilities
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
40 Seniors
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Regular unannounced visits to long-term care facilities serving frail/elderly
11
project Name
Youth Employment Services Program
Target Area
Citywide
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Goals Supported
Youth Services
Needs Addressed
Youth Services
Funding
CDBG: $15,000
Description
Comprehensive youth job readiness program
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
140 young adults and teens
Location Description
114 E. 191h Street Costa Mesa, CA
Planned Activities
Pre-employment skills training; finance and money management skills training; mock
interviews; job search assistance; employer outreach; and follow-up
12
Project Name
Colette's Children's Home Transitional Housing Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Homeless Services
Needs Addressed
Homeless Services
Funding
CDBG: $17,552
Description
Transitional housing and support services for homeless women and homeless women with
children
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
18 Homeless individuals
Location Description
Citywide
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Planned Activities
Transitional housing enriched with outreach, case management, and life skills
13
project Name
Families Forward Housing Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Homeless Services
Needs Addressed
Homeless Services
Funding
CDBG: $15,000
Description
Assistance for homeless families with minor -aged children to transition from crisis to
financial stability and self-sufficiency
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
21 Homeless individuals
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Transitional housing, counseling, career coaching, life -skills education, access to food
pantry, and assistance with childcare, healthcare and transportation
14
project Name
Mercy House Homelessness Prevention — Rapid Rehousing Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Homeless Services
Needs Addressed
Homeless Services
Funding
CDBG: $20,000
Description
Financial assistance to prevent homelessness or rapid rehousing for those already
homeless
Target Date
6/30/2017
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Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
10 Homeless or at -risk of homelessness individuals
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Homeless outreach services, housing search and placement assistance, ongoing case
management with a focus on housing stabilization, and short-term financial assistance for
homeless
15
project Name
Fair Housing Foundation
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Administration
Needs Addressed
Fair Housing
Funding
CDBG: $21,000
Description
Fair housing outreach, education and enforcement services
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
373 Individuals
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Community outreach, education and enforcement of fair housing laws
16
project Name
CDBG Administration
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Program Administration
Needs Addressed
Program Administration
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Funding
CDBG: $198,070
Description
CDBG program oversight
Target Date
6/30/2017
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
NA
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
Program oversight and coordination
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AP -50 Geographic Distribution — 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and
minority concentration) where assistance will be directed
Activities slated for CDBG-funding during FY 2016-17 will mainly be available on a citywide basis to
income eligible individuals (i.e., limited clientele). The map of the City's CDBG Eligible Areas provides a
view of the areas where CDBG resources may be focused on an "area wide" basis (see Attachment 2).
Geographic Distribution
Target Area
Percentage of Funds
Citywide
69
CDBG Eligible Areas
31
Table 10 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
HUD funding will primarily be allocated on a citywide basis as the City's primary intent is to serve eligible
households that are in need of housing and services regardless of where they live in the City. As the
City's CDBG-eligible areas tend to be older sections of the City, area wide activities will help to improve
and sustain these neighborhoods and encourage property owners to also invest in their homes.
Discussion
As indicated above, CDBG and HOME funds will focused on programs that serve eligible residents
regardless of where they live. It is also expected that the City's investment in neighborhoods will create
a synergy whereby other property owners will also invest in their home and community.
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Affordable Housing
AP -55 Affordable Housing — 91.220(g)
Introduction
During Fiscal Year 2016-17, proposed activities to be funded with CDBG and HOME funds will meet the
housing needs of the following households.
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless
0
Non -Homeless
18
Special -Needs
0
Total
18
Table 11- One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported
Through
Rental Assistance
0
The Production of New Units
0
Rehab of Existing Units
16
Acquisition of Existing Units
2
Total
18
Table 12 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
Discussion
Due to limited resources, the City will focus 2016-17 HOME funds on the rehabilitation of existing
owner -occupied housing units. While not the primary focus of the program, some special -needs
households (senior and disabled) may be assisted during the year via the City's Owner -Occupied Housing
Rehabilitation Program. FY 2016-17 (and prior year) HOME CHDO funds are included in the Annual
Action Plan; however, no specific CHDO project has been identified at this time.
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AP -60 Public Housing — 91.220(h)
Introduction
Costa Mesa does not own or manage public housing.
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing
Not applicable
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and
participate in homeownership
Not applicable
If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be
provided or other assistance
Not applicable
Discussion
Not applicable
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AP -65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities — 91.220(i)
Introduction
As outlined in the 2015-19 Consolidated Plan, the City's homeless strategy is to support programs that
help prevent homelessness by providing safety net services. These programs will help households,
especially extremely low-income households, maximize the amount of income they have available for
housing. Additionally, both HUD and City resources will be allocated to provide access to a continuum of
services and housing to assist those already homeless and that have strong ties to the community.
Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness
including:
Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their
individual needs
Approximately $260,000 in General Fund/Housing Authority resources will be allocated to provide direct
outreach services for chronic and situational homeless. Services include engagement, assessment and
linkages to appropriate services and housing. Services will be provided by City -paid social workers and
community volunteers. Coordination of services will also be provided by the City.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
There is a shortage of year-round emergency shelter beds in the County. The County of Orange and the
regional CoC continue to seek ways to create new year-round emergency shelter - the City is supportive
of these efforts. In the interim, the City will refer homeless individuals to the Winter Shelter Program
and homeless families to the Family Redirection Program. The City has allocated funding toward
transitional housing for women and women with children - $32,552 in CDBG public service grant funds
to assist an estimated 39 individuals.
Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families
with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to
permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that
individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals
and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were
recently homeless from becoming homeless again
As outlined in the City's Consolidated Plan, HUD resources will be allocated for transitional housing and
rapid rehousing. Transitional housing provides program participants with housing and support services
in a structured environment for up to two years. This setting allows households to achieve educational
or employment goals, address personal barriers (such as substance addition or domestic violence), and
develop life skills, which ultimately lead to self-sufficiency. Funding will also be allocated for rapid
rehousing, which take a homeless household and places them directly into an affordable housing unit,
and also provides appropriate supportive services. For FY 2016-17, $20,000 in CDBG funding will be
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allocated to Mercy House - a portion of these funds will be used to rapidly rehouse an estimated four
individuals.
Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely
low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly
funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities,
foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); or, receiving
assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services,
employment, education, or youth needs.
The City will continue to support the regional CoC's efforts to implement Orange County's Ten-year Plan
to End Homelessness. This plan includes a discharge plan for the individuals leaving institutions such as
hospitals and jails. The City's Homeless Outreach Program staff will also continue to work closely with
individuals already homeless to assess their specific needs and then link them to appropriate support
services, housing, and public assistance programs. For FY 2016-17, $20,000 in CDBG funding will be
allocated to Mercy House to provide homelessness prevention assistance to at -risk households. A
portion of these funds will be used to assist an estimated six individuals.
Discussion
The City of Costa Mesa has a well-developed strategy to address homelessness in the community. This
strategy includes outreach and assessment services for homeless and chronic homeless individuals.
Program staff will attempt to link individuals to appropriate housing, support services, and public -
assistance programs (e.g., VA benefits, SSI). To undertake this effort, the City has partnered with local
nonprofit service providers and community-based volunteers. Based on assessments, individuals or
households will be referred to appropriate housing/service providers. City staff will coordinate the
delivery of services and housing with providers in an effort to reduce the number of homeless
individuals in the community. Both HUD and City funds will be used to carry out these activities.
Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA)
The City is not a recipient of HOPWA funding.
One year goals for the number of households to be provided housing through the use of HOPWA
for:
Short-term rent, mortgage, and utility assistance to prevent homelessness of the
NA
individual or family
Tenant -based rental assistance
NA
Units provided in housing facilities (transitional or permanent) that are being
NA
developed, leased, or operated
Units provided in transitional short-term housing facilities developed, leased, or
NA
operated with HOPWA funds
Total
NA
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AP -75 Barriers to affordable housing — 91.220(j)
Introduction
A strategy to address barriers to affordable housing and actions to overcome barriers is provided in the
City's Consolidated Plan. The City will continue efforts to address these barriers during the 2016-17
Program Year.
Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve
as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning
ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the
return on residential investment
As outlined in the City's 2013-2021 Housing Element, the following actions will be implemented to
remove or ameliorate barriers to affordable housing:
• The City will encourage the joint processing of related applications for a single project. Such
procedures save time, money and effort for both the public and private sector.
• The City provides fee credits for existing development against new development. Fee credits are
available for park fees, sanitation district fees, and traffic impact fees. Park fees and traffic
impact fees can also be deferred until the issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.
• The City will provide incentives (such as density bonus and deferred impact fees) to developers
that agree to reserve a portion of project units for lower income households (including
extremely low income), moderate income households (common interest developments only), or
for seniors and the disabled.
• The City will maintain an inventory of vacant and underutilized sites and provide this inventory
to interested developers.
• The City will continue to promote mixed-use development specific plan areas. The City will
respond to market conditions and offer appropriate incentives through the Mixed Use Overlay
zone. Incentives include; reduced parking standards, reduced open space, increased densities,
increased height limit, increased lot coverage; reduced setbacks.
If available, subsidies may also be provided for qualified affordable housing projects (e.g., HOME
funds). There is no local tax.
Discussion
The City's 2013-2021 Housing Element outlines the City's plan to address barriers to affordable
housing. The Consolidated Plan mirrors this plan, which is to provide incentives to developers willing to
dedicate developed units for lower income households.
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AP -85 Other Actions — 91.220(k)
Introduction
As outlined in the City's Consolidated Plan, the City will implement the following actions during FY 2016-
17 to address the "Other Actions" or sub -strategies identified in the Consolidated Plan.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
The City will allocate a portion of its CDBG and HOME funds for activities that address the housing and
service needs of the elderly and lower-income households. Additionally, the City will encourage and
support OCHA's efforts to obtain additional rental assistance funding especially for senior and low-
income households. OCHA reports that as of the end of 2015, 618 Costa Mesa households received
rental housing assistance (including 140 disabled households and 377 elderly households). The City's
housing rehabilitation program will also assist elderly homeowners undertake improvement of
respective residences to address specific household needs.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City of Costa Mesa has identified the actions it will undertake during Fiscal Year 2016-17 to foster
and maintain affordable housing. The Annual Action Plan identified programs such as Owner -Occupied
Housing Rehabilitation assistance as the means to maintain and improve housing currently available to
by low and moderate -income residents. By providing deferred payment loans and grants, lower income
households are able to rehabilitate their residence to meet basic housing quality standards and incur
zero or minimal additional housing costs. An estimated 16 housing units will be assisted with HOME
funds during FY 2016-17. Additionally, the City has allocated current and prior year HOME CHDO funds
to accommodate a potential housing project.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
Based on past housing rehabilitation program statistics, only a small percentage of housing units that
are rehabilitated with City resources contain lead -paint hazards. To ensure compliance with program
regulations, all housing units, that were constructed before 1978, that are rehabbed with HOME
resources, will be tested for lead -paint hazards. If needed, additional grant funds can be allocated to a
project to ensure all lead-based hazards are mitigated.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty -level families
The City will assist programs and services that combat poverty. During FY 2016-17 the City will fund the
following activities to support implementation of this strategy:
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• Implement housing programs (including housing rehabilitation assistance) for lower income,
senior and disabled homeowners.
• Support rental assistance programs provided by the Orange County Housing Authority for very
low-income renters. The City will also explore the use of HOME funds for rental housing
opportunities.
• Support services for individuals presently housed but at risk of losing their residence. Also, assist
those already homeless in need of emergency shelter, transitional housing, or rapid rehousing,
and continue to coordinate the delivery of services with nonprofit partners.
• Support safety net public services programs to improve the quality of life seniors, youth, the
disabled, and other populations that may be severely impacted by the cost of living in the
region.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The City has made an effort to develop an institutional structure that will help identify and access
resources to improve the community and assist those most in need. The City will continue to work with
nonprofit and public entities to deliver public services. As a member of the Orange County Continuum of
Care Community Forum, the City will provide critical information to the County of Orange for
preparation of the County's Continuum of Care Homeless Assistance grant applications. Costa Mesa will
also continue to provide critical information regarding mainstream funds the City will make available to
serve the homeless, and assist with identifying and prioritizing gaps and needs in the regional system of
care. The City will continue to provide input on the development of the County's ten-year plan to end
homeless, and will also participate in the Orange County homeless services Coordinated Entry Process in
an effort to remove barriers to housing for at -risk and chronically homeless individuals.
Costa Mesa will continue to assist the Orange County Housing Authority implement its Five-year PHA
Plan. Finally, the City will continue to meet with other Orange County HUD grantees to discuss common
program issues and to coordinate regional efforts.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The City of Costa Mesa does not operate public housing. The Orange County Housing Authority provides
rental assistance in the community. Federal legislation requires that the Housing Authority prepare five-
year and one-year plans that highlight its mission, goals and objectives as it relates to public and assisted
housing programs. The City will review the Authority's plans and provide OCHA the opportunity to
review and consult with the City regarding its Consolidated Plan/Annual Action Plan. The goal of this
cross -consultation is to provide consistent and coordinated housing services for City residents. Ongoing
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consultation with local nonprofits also assists the City to coordinate the efficient and effective use of
limited federal resources.
Discussion
HUD regulations require that the City prepare an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing choice (Al)
every five years. In addition to identifying impediments, a strategy to overcome barriers must be
developed and implemented annually. Accomplishments are to also be reported annually. In 2010, the
City participated in the development of a sub -regional Al, prepared on behalf of four municipalities. In
July 2013, HUD published proposed rules that substantially revamped existing Al rules; however, the
implementation date for this new fair housing assessment document was postponed until 2019.
In May 2015, the City of Costa Mesa and 15 other Orange County jurisdictions entered into an
agreement with GRC Associates to prepare a new Al that is compliant with existing Al guidelines. This
multi -jurisdictional Al evaluates existing demographic data, past fair housing enforcement activity for
each partner community, region and city -specific mortgage lender data, and existing housing and land
use public policies. Based on an analysis of this data, and the input of residents, a list of impediments to
fair housing choice for the 16 -city region has been developed. A corresponding set of action steps to
ameliorate these barriers has also been prepared. Impediments are summarized in Attachment 3 — a
copy of the draft Al is posted on the City's website (www.costamesaca.gov/cdbg). NOTE: not all of the
impediments identified in the Al may be present in Costa Mesa. The action steps the City will
undertake during FY 2016-17 are also listed in Attachment 3.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP -90 Program Specific Requirements — 91.220(1)(1,2,4)
Introduction
Each HUD program that is covered by the Consolidated Plan regulations must address certain program
specific requirements. Below are the program requirements for the CDBG and HOME programs.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the
Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in
projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next
program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to
address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not
been included in a prior statement or plan 0
5. The amount of income from float -funded activities 0
Total Program Income: 0
Other CDBG Requirements
1. The amount of urgent need activities 0
2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that
benefit persons of low and moderate income. Overall Benefit - A consecutive
period of one, two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum
overall benefit of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and
moderate income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 100.00%
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HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(2)
1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section 92.205 is
as follows:
The City is not proposing to utilize HOME funds in a form that is not delineated in Section 92.205.
2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds when used
for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows:
The City has not, and does not plan to utilized HOME funds for homebuyer assistance; however, if
funds were to be redirected to such a program, steps will be taken to ensure program guidelines
comply with applicable resale and recapture regulations.
3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units acquired
with HOME funds? See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows:
If a CHDO project comes to fruition, the applicable loan agreement(s) will be prepared to comply
with the resale/recapture requirements delineated in 24 CFR 92.254.
4. Plans for using HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that is
rehabilitated with HOME funds along with a description of the refinancing guidelines required that
will be used under 24 CFR 92.206(b), are as follows:
If a CHDO project comes to fruition, program staff will ensure that all applicable program policies are
followed including establish refinancing guidelines.
Discussion
The City will meet the CDBG Program's overall 70% benefit for low and moderate -income requirement
during the one-year 2016 Program Year.
With respect to HOME affordable homeownership limits for the area (i.e., 95 percent of the median area
purchase price as set forth in 24 CFR 92.254(a)(2)(iii)), the City will utilizes HUD's HOME affordable
homeownership limits for its HOME -funded mobile home rehabilitation program. For single-family,
owner -occupied housing rehabilitation, the City will conduct a survey in order to establish a maximum
property value when the local market median home purchase prices exceeds HUD's published
limit,. The most recent survey was conducted by the City in 2014, and was approved by the local HUD
Field Office on 3/25/14.
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CITY OF COSTA MESA
HOUSING AND PUBLIC SERVICES AD-HOC COMMITTEE
2016-2017 PUBLIC SERVICE GRANT RECOMMENDATIONS
APPLICANT NAME
POPULATION TO
SERVE
AMOUNT
REQUESTED
CURRENT YEAR
GRANT
AVG. COMMITTEE
RATING
RECOMMENDED
GRANT
Youth Employment Services
Youth
$15,000
$10,000
78.3
$15,000
Mercy House - Prevention/Rapid Rehousing
Homeless
$20,000
$20,000
77.0
$20,000
Families Forward
Homeless
$15,000
$10,000
74.6
$15,000
City of Costa Mesa Senior Counseling
Seniors
$20,000
$10,000
70.3
$15,000
Council on Aging
Seniors
$16,000
$10,000
66.8
$15,000
Colette's Children's Home
Homeless
$45,000
$20,000
66.1
$17,552
Community SeniorSery - Home Delivered Meals
Seniors
$20,000
$15,000
63.0
$15,000
Community SeniorSery - Congregate Meals
Seniors
$20,000
$12,500
62.0
$15,000
Elwyn California
Disabled
$30,000
$5,720
52.9
$0
Fair Housing Foundation (required)
Low/Mod
$21,000
$21,000
NA
$21,000
TOTAL
$222,000
$134,220
$148,552
* An application was submitted Working Wardrobes; however, the application did not meet minimum threshold review and was not considered for funding.
2016-2017 PUBLIC SERVICE GRANT APPLICATION SUMMARIES
HOMELESS SERVICES
Colette's Children's Home —Transitional Housing Program
Proposed Service:
Amount Requested:
CM Residents to be Assisted:
Committee Recommendation:
EXHIBIT C
Program will provide transitional housing and supportive
services for homeless women and children.
$45,000 for program staff and related program operating
costs.
18
$17,552
Families Forward — Housing Program
Proposed Service:
Amount Requested:
CM Residents to be Assisted:
Committee Recommendation
The program will provide shelter and support services for
homeless Costa Mesa families.
$15,000 for program staff.
21
$15,000
Mercy House — Homelessness Prevention Program & Rapid Re -housing
Proposed Service: Program will provide rental assistance to qualified
households to prevent the loss of housing, and will also help
place those already homeless into permanent housing.
Amount Requested: $20,000 for program staff salaries, related program/admin
costs and client housing assistance.
CM Residents to be Assisted: 10
Committee Recommendation: $20,000
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EXHIBIT C
SENIOR SERVICES
Community Senior Serve - Congregate Meals
Proposed Service: The program provides seniors with hot lunch 5 days per week
at the Costa Mesa Senior Center.
Amount Requested: $20,000 for raw food cost.
CM Residents to be Assisted: 200
Committee Recommendation: $15,000
Community Senior Serve - Home Meal Delivery
Proposed Service:
Amount Requested:
CM Residents to be Assisted:
Committee Recommendation
This meals on wheels program will provide food and quick
assessment for homebound seniors to ensure health and
safety.
$20,000 for raw food cost.
80
$15,000
of Costa Mesa - Senior Social Services
Proposed Service: Counseling and referral services for seniors provided by social
worker at the Costa Mesa Senior Center.
Amount Requested: $20,000 for program staff salaries.
CM Residents to be Assisted: 200
Committee Recommendation: $15,000
Council on Aging — Ombudsman Services
Proposed Service:
Amount Requested:
CM Residents to be Assisted:
Committee Recommendation
Ombudsman will provide on-site inspection and issue -
resolution services for seniors/disabled individuals living in
managed care facilities.
$16,000 for program staff salaries.
40
$15,000
3
YOUTH SERVICES
Youth Employment Services (YES) — Comprehensive Youth Job Readiness Program
Proposed Program:
Amount Requested:
CM Residents to be Assisted
Committee Recommendation
DISABLED SERVICES
EXHIBIT C
Program provides pre-employment, personal finance skills
training, mock interview skills training, job counseling, and
job referrals.
$15,000 for program staff salaries.
140
$15,000
Elwyn California — Case Management/Employment Services
Proposed Program: Employment services for adults with developmental
disabilities including job placement assistance and job
coaching services.
Amount Requested: $30,000 for program staff salaries.
CM Residents to be Assisted: 44
Committee Recommendation: $0
Low/MODERATE-INCOME SERVICES
Fair Housing Foundation — Fair Housing Program (REQUIRED)
Proposed Service: Program will provide fair housing education, counseling and
enforcement services in compliance with federal program
regulations.
Amount Requested: $21,000 for program staff salaries and related
program/admin costs.
CM Residents to be Assisted: 373 (Households)
Staff Recommendation: $21,000
4
EXHIBIT C
Working Wardrobes — Career Success Institute
Proposed Service: Program will provide career development services, linkages
to supportive services, and job placement assistance for
individuals faced with life challenged such as homelessness,
incarceration, or domestic violence.
Amount Requested: $10,000 for program staff salaries, related program costs.
(Minimum Grant is $15,000)
CM Residents to be Assisted: 55
Committee Recommendation: NA—Application did not meet minimum threshold for
rating/funding.
EXHIBIT C
CDBG PUBLIC SERVICE GRANTS
THREE-YEAR FUNDING HISTORY
(Including 6 Month of Current FY)
ORGANIZATION NAME
2012-2013
2013-2014
2014-2015
2015-2016 - AFTER 6 MONTHS
Senior Citizen Services
Funded
Amount
Actual
Spent
Planned To Actual
Serve Served
Funded Actual Planned To
Amount Spent Serve
Actual
Served
Funded
Amount
Actual
Spent
Planned To Actual
Serve Served
Funded Actual Planned To
Amount Spent Serve
Actual
Served
Alzheimer's Family Services Center
$7,500
$3,750
16 14
$10,000 $10,000 22
18
NA
NA
NA NA
NA NA NA
NA
City of Costa Mesa Parks & Comm Svcs
NA
NA
NA NA
NA NA NA
NA
$15,764
$0
210 NA
$10,000 $5,237 250
137
Council on Aging
$0
-
- -
$5,000 $5,000 34
35
$9,000
$9,000
38 45
$10,000 $5,000 40
21
Costa Mesa Senior Corp - Social Svcs
$10,000
$10,000
230 252
$10,000 $10,000 230
256
NA
NA
NA NA
NA NA NA
NA
Community SeniorSery - Congregate Meals
$12,500
$12,500
300 268
$12,500 $12,500 200
290
$20,000
$20,000
200 350
$12,500 $6,250 120
220
Community SeniorSery - Home Meal Delivery
$15,000
$15,000
100 109
$15,000 $15,000 100
83
$20,000
$20,000
90 100
$15,000 $7,500 85
65
Youth Services
Community & School Collaborative #
$5,000
$0
0
0
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Mika Community Development Corp.
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
$10,000
$6,000
85
63
Youth Employment Services
$19,000
$19,000
485
373
$19,000
$19,000
425
284
$19,000
$19,000
350
248
$10,000
$5,000
107
65
Disabled Services
California Elwyn
$7,000
$7,000
37
33
$10,000
$10,000
39
40
NA
NA
NA
NA
$5,720
$2,860
39
24
Project Independence
$7,500
$7,500
24
18
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Other Low -Income Services
$10,000 $10,000 50 121 NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA NA
Women Helping Women
Working Wardrobes
NA
NA
NA NA
NA
NA NA
NA
NA
NA
NA NA $10,000 $0 52
0
Fair Housing Foundation *
$22,000
$22,000
420 321
$21,000
$21,000 400
357
$21,000
$21,000
400 331 $21,000 $11,720 373
133
Homeless Services
City of Costa Mesa Homeless Outreach
$35,000
$34,059
180 199 NA
NA NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Collette's Children's Home
NA
NA
NA NA $20,000
$20,000 12
23
$20,000
$20,000
12
23
$20,000
$9,909
13
14
Families Forward
NA
NA
Na NA NA
NA NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
$10,000
$6,964
14
8
Mercy House (Transitional Housing)
$19,002
$19,002
10 11 $15,000
$15,000 7
7
$20,000
$19,924
7
12
$20,000
$7,630
7
4
Serving People In Need
$10,000
$10,000
6 10 NA
NA NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA
Women's Transitional Living Center (WTLC)
NA
NA
NA NA NA
NA NA
NA
$10,000
$4,398
40
16
NA
NA
NA
NA
NA - No application submitted # - Closed doors after grant was awarded * - Prior to FY 13/14 this program was funded under CDBG Administration