HomeMy WebLinkAbout10-20-2011 Housing & Community Development CommissionAGENDA
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM, CITY HALL
410 E. WASHINGTON STREET, IOWA CITY
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 20, 2011
6:30 P.M.
1. Call Meeting to Order
2. Approval of the September 15, 2011 Minutes
3. Public Comment of Items Not on the Agenda
4. Staff/Commission Comment
5. Public Meeting - Annual Review of the 2011-2015 Consolidated Plan
(aka CITY STEPS)
Discussion of the 2011-2015 Consolidated Plan
6. Discussion of the FY13 CDBG/HOME Application Materials
7. Update on FY11 Projects — CDBG projects that have not entered a formal
agreement with the City of Iowa City
8. Monitoring Reports
• FY12 Mayor's Youth Empowerment Program — Rental Housing (Hart)
• Iowa City Free Medical Clinic — FY11 Facade Improvements & FY12
Operations (Hart)
• FY11 Johnson County Ag. Extension — BBBS New Construction
(Hart)
• FY11 Arc of Southeast Iowa — Equipment (Hart)
9. Adjournment
MINUTES PRELIMINARY
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
SEPTEMBER 15, 2011 — 6:30 PM
LOBBY CONFERENCE ROOM, CITY HALL
MEMBERS PRESENT: Michelle Bacon Curry, Andrew Chappell, Scott Dragoo, Charles
Drum, Jarrod Gatlin, Holly Hart, , Rachel Zimmerman Smith,
MEMBERS ABSENT:
STAFF PRESENT:
OTHERS PRESENT:
Cheryl Clamon, Michael McKay
Tracy Hightshoe
Nate Muller, Sandra
RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL:
None
CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Chairperson Andrew Chappell at 6:30 p.m.
APPROVAL OF THE JUNE 16, 2011 MINUTES:
Hart moved to approve the minutes.
Zimmerman Smith seconded.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0 (Clamon and McKay absent).
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA:
None.
STAFF/COMMISSION COMMENT:
Hightshoe told the Commission that in the back of the packets staff included the Commission's
Year End Report that is provided to the City Manager and City Council. The report identifies
FY11 CDBG/HOME project accomplishments and Aid to Agency funding. The last part of the
report identifies the FY12 CDBG/HOME projects starting July 1 s`
NOMINATION AND ELECTION OF OFFICERS:
Chappell stated that they need a chair and a vice chair
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Chappell nominated Michael McKay for another year as chair person.
Dragoo seconded.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0 (Clamon and McKay absent).
Chappell asked for any nominations for the vice chair.
Zimmerman Smith nominated Andy Chappell.
Gatlin seconded.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0 (Clamon and McKay absent).
NEW BUSINESS:
PUBLIC HEARING & APPROVAL OF THE FYI CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL
PERFORMANCE & EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER):
Hightshoe stated that every year it is a HUD requirement that project accomplishments are
summarized and submitted to HUD. The report identifies how the City utilized our federal
CDBG and HOME funds in relation to our 5-year plan (CITY STEPS). The report also must
include information about other programs such as Section 8 and other federal funding sources
such as the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program.
FY11 was the first year of our 5-year plan. For many the most useful part of the CAPER is the
CDBG and HOME project accomplishment summaries found on page 24 and 34. Staff does not
report beneficiaries or the leverage amount until the project closes. For example, if a prior year
project was not completed until FY11, no beneficiary or leverage information would be reported
in the prior year, but would be for FY11. If you notice no beneficiaries for FY11 projects, it is
that the project was not complete and beneficiary/leverage information will be reported in the
FY12 CAPER. This prevents us from duplicating beneficiaries and leverage amounts for the
same project.
Hightshoe apologized for the delay in distributing the IDIS reports. There was a problem with
the federal system multiplying dollars spent on projects with multiple housing beneficiaries. The
problem is now fixed and the reports emailed to commission members and placed online. The
IDIS reports basically summarize the charts found on pages 24 and 34 based on income, race
and type of activity.
Chappell asked when this document must be submitted to HUD. Hightshoe stated that it
needed to be submitted 90 days after the end of the program year. It will need to be submitted
to HUD by September 30. Tonight is the public hearing for the CAPER. HCDC must
recommend approval as is or with requested revisions.
Chappell stated that since this was a public hearing he asked if there were any members from
the public that would like to weigh in. There were none.
Chappell asked if there was any discussion from the Commission.
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Hightshoe stated that there was an error on the title page and apologized to Clamon. Andy
Douglas is listed as a HCDC Commission member; however Clamon should have been listed. .
Chappell asked about the annual commission report and who receives it. Hightshoe responded
that it was for the City Manager and City Council. Chappell stated his concern was that it was
titled Housing & Community Development Commission and if you look at FY11 project
accomplishments it includes the economic development fund which the commission doesn't
supervise, the Council Economic Development Committee monitors/approves, it looks like the
Commission has something to do with these types of activities based on the report. Hightshoe
stated that as the source of the funds is CDBG and the Commission in its general duties
oversee or provide recommendations for all CDBG and HOME related activities, it is provided in
the report. The Commission's duties are very broad as it relates to making recommendations to
City Council on housing, jobs and services for low income residents.
Drum stated he had some minor changes that he would like to have corrected in the report.
Hightshoe stated that would be fine as long as minor, not substantive corrections that would
require the commission to review and approve.
Chappell asked if she was asking for approval on the report. Hightshoe stated that it would be
approved subject to the corrections that Drum suggested.
Chappell closed the public hearing.
Zimmerman Smith moved to approve the report subject to Drum's minor corrections that
need to be made.
Drum seconded.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0 (Clamon and McKay absent).
SELECTION OF PROJECTS TO MONITOR IN FY12:
Chappell stated that normally they all keep track of the projects and they divide them up. The
memo states that each member would need to take four to five projects.
Gatlin stated he would take November.
Zimmerman Smith stated she would take January.
Drum stated he would take December.
Hart stated she would take October. Hightshoe asked if she would take the two carry overs as
well. Hart confirmed that she would.
Dragoo stated he would take May.
Bacon Curry stated she would take June. Hightshoe stated that staff would provide the last two:
housing rehab and the economic development fund.
Chappell stated he would take March.
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Bacon Curry volunteered for the April carry over projects. Chappell stated that Clamon could
take the April carry over as she doesn't have any at this point.
Chappell stated that McKay, as Chair, has other events and meetings that he is involved with so
it would not be necessary to give him any this time around.
Hightshoe stated that she will fill in the chart and email it out to the Commission. The form
includes the contact information for the project.
Hightshoe welcomed Michelle Bacon Curry as a new commission member.
Hightshoe stated that she emails recipients to let them know that an HCDC member will contact
them before the scheduled meeting to get a project update. She stated Commission members
typically do a phone interview or visit in person (staff recommends calling first) and then
presents back to the commission what the project is, budget, status, etc.
TIMELINE FOR THE ANNUAL REVIEW OF CITY STEPS:
Hightshoe stated that FY12 is the second year of CITY STEPS. There is an annual review of
CITY STEPS, the City's consolidated plan for housing jobs and services for low income
residents. The Commission should review the plan's priorities and will need to decide to pursue
an amendment, if necessary. If the Commission would like to pursue an amendment, staff
would forward to the City Council and follow the process for amendments to the plan. Staff is
scheduling at least two meetings to get public input. One of them will be at the Senior Center.
Staff will email the Commission with the meeting information so they can attend; however, the
meetings are not mandatory.
Hightshoe asked the Commission if any of them had an idea about a different meeting or a
different clientele that they would want to hear from. The meeting that is scheduled now will
focus on the senior community. Last year it was a community mental health provider and
Neighborhood Centers of Johnson County. Chappell asked what kinds of options were
available. Hightshoe stated that the Housing Authority is seeing if there are any public housing
or Section 8 tenant meetings in the next month. She stated she emailed the school district to
see if there were any family resource meetings at any of the schools that serve primarily low to
moderate income students. The meetings will have to be done by October 19 so that she will
be able to summarize the comments and forward to the Commission. Gatlin suggested the
shelter house. Hightshoe stated she would contact them. She gave off a couple of other
locations in which they have had meetings.
Hightshoe stated that she has found many similarities for needs across several different
clienteles and many fall within the high priorities of CITY STEPS. Zimmerman Smith asked if the
idea was to get input from people who have already received assistance or from the community
as a whole. Hightshoe stated they wanted input from the community, but also from low income
persons who are in need of services and have utilized area services. Many times we also get
input from social service providers and school and county employees.
Chappell asked if staff would expect a vote at the Oct. 20 meeting. Hightshoe stated that if
there are no changes to CITY STEPS proposed, there is no action needed. If commission
members want to change a priority, then they would have to vote to recommend the change to
City Council. Chappell requested that a summary of CITY STEPS priorities be sent to
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commission members before the Oct. 20 meeting. Hightshoe stated she will summarize the
comments and email or mail the comments to members before the Oct. 20 meeting for their
consideration. Chappell stated he encouraged all the members to review CITY STEPS and go
through the priorities in CITY STEPS - Strategic plan (p. 91 to Appendix A — about 10 pages)
before the October meeting.
OLD BUSINESS:
ALLOCATION PROCESS COMMITTEE — UPDATED:
Chappell asked staff if they could send the Commission the application from last year so that
everyone can see the old version and he stated he would be giving out the new version with the
changes.
Chappell stated that the subcommittee decided against dropping the entire process. They felt
that they needed structure because there is a lot of material to digest and because the
applicants need a process. The committee thought if they could change the evaluation criteria
so that there is enough leeway and everyone could get behind the criteria themselves then
there wouldn't be extensive disputes. Chappell stated that some of the changes that are in the
evaluation criteria are to help make them more uniformed. All ranking forms, despite type of
activity, will total 100 points, currently there are two different point systems. The ranking forms
all have the same five categories, but not all of the questions are worded the same. It allows for
the individual commissioner to see if the applicant has proven what they have set out to do.
Chappell stated that they have fewer yes/no-set number of points and more that require a range
such as 0-10.
Chappell stated that last year there were only two applications that showed innovation. The
innovation question was only worth five points and there was talk that it should be worth more
and so it has been brought up to ten points. The wording has also changed to give it more of a
broad range. Dragoo stated that he has always been confused by what is being asked with
innovation. Chappell stated that he hoped that the questions will be clearer in regards to
whether the question is asking about the project or the entity. Some questions are better suited
to ask about the entity, the financial questions, how well the project will be managed, etc.
Chappell stated that when groups made good use of volunteers, they don't necessarily get as
much credit as it doesn't translate to the specific project. The changes that are made try to t
allow for that adjustment. Staff has not had a chance to review everything yet. With all the
changes they are hoping for a more unified look.
Chappell stated that in regards to housing this was the only one that had projects scoring under
60 points being dropped from consideration. Hightshoe stated that when you see a project with
less than this amount, the project is not likely to get funding. Chappell stated that from there
they looked at the other documents in the packet to make sure it was consistent with the
documents that were just changed. What is not in the packet is the applicant guide. He stated
he did not see any changes that would need to be made to the guide. The committee will have
all three revised applications in the October packet for review. The thought is to bring these
back to the committee for the October meeting so that in November there could be a vote to
approve the changes. He told the Commission if they have any changes to email him so that he
could bring it up to the subcommittee when they met again. Hart stated that she got involved
because there were things that she wanted taken into consideration. Her concern was to not
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bias the ratings toward good projects that may not have some of the resource that some of the
others can bring in or that may not be as interesting but are critical. If there is an opinion that
some do not feel a question works or others do than that will be brought up to the committee as
a whole.
Hightshoe stated that the email that gets sent to the Commission will contain the three
applications and the applicant guide. The last three pages in the applicant guide are the ranking
forms. Drum stated that it seems to him that if there was more parallel between the questions
that were being asked it would help. It would also be helpful that the applicant knows what we
are expecting of them.
Hightshoe stated that the commission should also be looking at the Aid to Agency application
process as HCDC will be recommending a funding allocation this year as well. Due to several
potential changes to the Aid to Agency process, Hightshoe stated staff would keep the
commission informed.
Hightshoe stated that more emphasis might be placed on agencies serving Iowa City residents,
both in terms of CDBG and Aid to Agency projects. She did not know if it would be a criterion
that they would want to review. Aid to Agency funds come directly out of the City's general
fund. There are some agencies in Iowa City that predominately serve residents outside of Iowa
City; however many agencies request 100% of the CDBG funding from the City. In October, we
may want to discuss further. Chappell stated that another thing asked about is the services. If
the agency received Aid to Agency funding from the City the last year and whether the funding
could have been used for the project.
Chappell asked for the commission comments to be sent to him by October 1st.
Bacon Curry asked if Aid to Agencies was an October allocation last year. Hightshoe stated
she thought it was in November or December. Hightshoe stated before the allocation process
begins, staff will need to confirm the process and amount available for distribution as there may
be several changes.
ADJOURNMENT:
Drum made a motion to adjourn.
Zimmerman Smith seconded.
A vote was taken and the motion carried 7-0 (Clamon and McKay absent).
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2011-2015 CITY STEPS ANNUAL REVIEW MEETINGS
GRANT WOOD ELEMENTARY
PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION (PTO)
OCTOBER 10, 2011- 6:30 PM
Approximately 20 persons in attendance
City Staff: Tracy Hightshoe, Steve Long
Housing & Community Development Commission (HCDC): Michael McKay
Comments Received:
Traffic safety around Grant Wood, especially on Lakeside Drive is a huge
concern. Traffic calming measures needed such as crosswalk improvements,
signage, raised bumps, etc. There is a crossing guard for students for the
Sycamore crosswalk, but there is not a crossing guard for Lakeside Drive at
Grant Wood. Student safety could be greatly enhanced.
Improved/additional lighting needed on Nevada and around Grant Wood
Elementary. Request additional parking at Wood, possibly accomplished with a
prairie reduction.
Concerns expressed for increased economic development (retail) on east side of
town, especially at Sycamore Mall.
Increased needs at Salvation Army and service providers. Funds to assist these
agencies recommended.
SENIOR CENTER
OCTOBER 13, 2011- 12:30 PM
Approximately 25 persons in attendance
City Staff: Tracy Hightshoe, Steve Long, Erika Skemp, Jeff Vanatter
Housing & Community Dev. Commission (HCDC): Charlie Drum, Holly Hart
Health Care
Low -moderate income residents need access to affordable health care. If a
person loses his job, he loses health care. Access to affordable health care
stabilizes housing, employment, etc. Providers such as Iowa City Free Medical
Clinic and Emma Goldman Clinic are seeing more and more who need affordable
preventive services as opposed to one time needs.
Medical providers are experiencing more costs to track patients and keep
medical records.
Housing
Housing continues to grow at the outskirts of town. Need affordable housing
options closer to employment centers. Great need for infill development for
affordable housing. Cost to provide housing closer to downtown will be more
expensive. Additional public investment needed to cover the higher per unit cost.
Permanent supportive housing remains a high priority. Shelter House is
operating at capacity and the length of stay is increasing. There is pressure on
homeless providers to find housing for persons to transition out of shelter.
Housing for single adults such as SRO or efficiency units are difficult to find and
there are few options.
Iowa City is home to a regional VA center; however there is a lack of affordable
housing for vets. Need short term solution until the VA can provide additional
housing units. Services here are full and many vets are staying in Cedar Rapids
due to the lack of housing, but they continue to need the VA services. Returning
vets will need additional housing and services.
Need for security deposit assistance. To transition out of homelessness or get
into permanent housing, security deposits are needed as an upfront cost.
Utility costs are high for units affordable to low income residents. Assistance with
utility bills to avoid eviction needed as well as weatherization and housing
rehabilitation to reduce utility costs.
In Iowa City, the City passed a building code that required an extra 6" for
basement ceiling height, limiting the ability of homeowners or landlords to convert
their basements into rental housing units. This could provide a source of income
to low income homeowners and increase affordable housing options. A request
was made for staff to review the policy and amend.
Smoke free affordable housing options are necessary for those with medical
conditions or who prefer smoke free living accommodations.
Economic Development
Encouraged the City to connect complimentary businesses with each other to
improve business outcomes in the downtown and north side commercial areas.
Consider co -labs, micro -incubators and facility sharing.
Roosevelt Elementary could be used as a possible business incubator or for
affordable housing. Encouraged historic landmark designation for the school.
The building was constructed well and has low utility costs.
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Employment training, especially in the building trades needed. The school
district stopped their homebuilder program that built houses for low -moderate
income homeowners while providing needed training. Vocational training is
needed in our community.
Transportation
Sunday bus service is a huge need. Petition with 1,000 signatures completed
about two years ago expressing the need for this service. Low income residents
work 7 days/week, many on the weekends. Besides employment, there is often
free cultural events downtown on Sundays, but people can't get there.
Need coordinated transit scheduling between Iowa City and Coralville. As bus
fare is low, could be raised if more routes/greater frequency needed.
Question as to why the free shuttle is free? It is used by many who may be able
to pay a bus fare. Revenue generated could expand services.
Need JARC to provide better transportation options to employment and child
care.
Bus service times to the Fareway/Heinz Rd areas need adjusted. Shift times are
largely from 6 to 6, but bus service to this area begins at 8:00 AM. Schedules
should coincide with shift changes.
Concern about transportation available to the new Iowa City Community School
District office on N. Dodge.
Public Facility
Co -sharing of space to provide community centers in neighborhoods to provide
activities for youth after 5:00 PM. Encourage partnerships.
Services
Affordable child care continues to be essential, especially for 2"d and 3rd shift
workers. Need 24 hour options. Possible co -sharing of facilities to provide this
service such as a for -profit or non- profit operating from an existing center from
10 PM to 7 AM when not in use by the 8 AM to 6 PM center.
Misc.
Flood prevention. Stop building in the flood plain to prevent future losses.
RESTORATIVE JUSTICE
OCTOBER 14, 2011- 10:00 AM
Approximately 15 persons in attendance
City Staff: Tracy Hightshoe, Erika Skemp, Tony Damiano
Housing & Community Dev. Commission (HCDC): Mike McKay, Charlie Drum
Housing
Affordable housing a huge issue. Households with past criminal activity or poor
credit scores unable to find housing or ones that accept a voucher. There is
difficulty renting a unit as low income tenants may not have enough funds for the
security deposit. Many find the only landlords that will accept them in Iowa City
are Town and Campus and Dolphin Lake Point. Landlords increasingly doing
more checks — credit, criminal history, etc. It is hard to place tenants with a
previous history in a rental unit even when they have a payee and funds for a
security deposit.
Shelter House, DVIP and Iowa Lodge are full. There is no place for folks to go.
Families living doubled up. Even when these families have enough for a security
deposit can't find a unit. Many families in flux at Twain, moving in and out of
school. Affordable housing options are necessary to keep students at the same
school. Housing key to stability as must have housing to establish basic needs.
Tenant education needed for tenants unable to find housing and/or have poor
credit or past criminal activity. Education needed on how to get housing and how
to maintain (example was that there are tenants who show up to rent a unit in
their pajamas, need to approach more like a job interview). Encourage a
study/survey on why landlords do not rent to a tenant. Work with tenants to
reduce these concerns.
THE having difficulty finding land/homes for new rental housing. They are
building rental homes in North Liberty, but transportation limited for low income
residents.
There were significant improvements at Cedar Woods, apartment complex by
Broadway condominiums. There are few problems at this site now.
HACAP closed their waiting list for transitional housing which creates problems.
Encourage better communication amongst crisis/emergency providers as
agencies are still sending referrals to agencies with closed waiting lists or no
longer funded. Referring agencies need to know housing providers order of
priority.
Seeing more homeless youth that includes families that are doubled up.
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Need for affordable housing for prior offenders. Permanent supportive,
transitional and affordable rental housing all needed.
Transportation
Busing on Sunday and extended services for the Heinz Rd/Industrial Park area.
Limited transportation and scheduling problems for this area. Recommend a
route from the Broadway, Lakeside neighborhoods to Rock 10, Coreflex and
Quality Associates (companies in the Industrial Park area) based on plant
schedules.
Transportation continues to be an issue and additional bus passes needed.
Public Facilities/Services
Need additional drop in programs for youth as Neighborhood Centers of Johnson
County (NCJC) and the Spot full. Affordable child care is important, especially
for those that have parents/guardian whose work hours vary. Kids need
something to do. Area agencies seeing more kids from West High and Coralville
than in the past. Field House not free anymore, kids looking for places to go;
however may need extra supervision.
Commended the new IC Parks and Rec. program offering 5/6 basketball league
at Twain on Monday evenings for Twain students. There is also roller skating at
Wood on Friday evenings.
NCJC is at capacity, they need additional space.
Mental health services are needed; especially psych consults for medications as
may take 4-6 months to get medication. IC Free Medical does not provide
psychiatric services. Community Mental Health and the University partner to
provide these consults.
Economic Development
Recommend programs for job seeking and retention skills for the general public.
Life Skills is no longer in the community and the Iowa City Housing Authority
(ICHA) Self -Sufficiency program is only available to ICHA clients. Need a
workforce development presence as told to route questions to Cedar Rapids.
Encourage businesses that pay higher wages and provide benefits.
Three written comments received. Please see the attached comments.
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Tracy Hightshoe
From: Joyce Barker <jm 1 057@inabc.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 09, 2011 9:45 PM
To: Steve Long; Tracy Hightshoe
Subject: after seeing the article in the press citizen
I only have one thing that this city needs desperately.
If the Quad Cities, Cedar Rapids and now Dubuque can implement a crime free initiative in their rental housing we need
to.
Mr. Boothroy has shared lease additions in the past. They are good ideas.
Please take the time and effort to implement this in Iowa City.
Landlords need to be held accountable! They ARE the first line of keeping crime from becoming the norm.
Joyce Barker
2018 Waterfront Dr.#128
Iowa City, IA
Tracy Hightshoe
From: MurphyGeerdes <mg9425@mchsi.com>
Sent:. Monday, October 10, 2011 10:03 AM
To: Tracy Hightshoe
Cc: Tom Markus; Mike Moran
Subject: RE: City Steps Meetings
Tracy,
Below are my comments for the City Steps plan. Please forward them to the Housing and Community Development
Commission.
1. Iowa City should spend CDBG and other funds to improve Iowa City Park. I consider this park to be a regional
park and one that attracts users from all over Iowa City, including users from Iowa City's low to moderate
income neighborhoods. If the Dubuque St. and Park Road bridge projects come to fruition, Iowa City Park will
have a prominent role in welcoming visitors to Iowa City and positive green space promotes economic
development. If necessary, Iowa City should survey the users of City Park for the purpose of determining
whether City Park could qualify for CDBG funds to be used for improvement. There is much use by
neighborhood centers of Iowa City Park, including pool use, and there are a number of boys playing boys'
baseball on scholarship. In addition, residents and organizations (including not for profit organizations) from all
over Iowa City rent Iowa City Park's shelters. Iowa City Park could possibly meet the income eligibility guidelines
for CDBG funding based on its users or based on its regional nature.
2. Iowa City should direct new money it receives for housing to meet the needs of the elderly and disabled.
I would fully support the city using CDBG and other funds for educational programming not funded by the local
school district such as reading programs or English language classes for non-English speaking individuals --both
for students and adults.
Thank you. Mary
Mary Murphy
890 Park Place
Iowa City, Iowa 52246
3191354-2375
mq9425@mchsi.com
From: Tracy Hightshoe [mailto:Tracy-Hightshoe@iowa-city.org]
Sent: Monday, October 10, 2011 8:20 AM
To: 'MurphyGeerdes'
Subject: RE: City Steps Meetings
You may forward written comments to my attention. I will forward to the Housing and Community Development
Commission.
Thanks!
Tracy "h0A19A00
City of Iowa City
410 E. Washington St.
Tracy Hightshoe
From: sonia ettinger <spettinger@yahoo.com>
Sent: Thursday, October 13, 2011 9:54 AM
To: Tracy Hightshoe
Subject: plan
To the City:
I happen to be very busy at present and have not read the plan. However I am interested in outcomes as I
volunteer at the Food Bank and see the people who are just scraping by- -old and young.
I think transport is a big issue. Housing, jobs and bus service should be more c000rdinated. Those with out carE
are prevented from participating in so much. Let's face it - we don't need more cars!!!
Also housing should be constructed with maximum insulation so that heating costs are minimized- and
windows should be placed to allow maximum use of winter sun. Needless to say school plans should be
coordinated with housing for obvious reasons and especially to minimize bussing needs.
The Bongo bus numbering is good for those who can manage this. I have to say I have no idea why there is no
covered bus stop by Kinnick stadium to protect the hospital workers who use buses daily -also patients - from
freezing cold winds [I've experienced this].
There should be allowances for "corner stores" eg in the north area for Foster Rd et al- those who do not have
cars need to buy small items in winter.
Riverfront issues
The city/or university should use all possible high ground as much will need to bbe designated as park. What is
the plan for the block on College/Gilbert next to the bike library? The city needs a small covered mall near the
downtown as winter shopping is a pain!! Maybe this could be built on 1 st floor level with streetlevel parking
underneath - if the flood plain is near.
I have long said the merchants downtown should be required to use awnings to allow a partly snow free path!!
and the streets need to be properly cleared - not half- .Many times one has to clamber over icy ruts to cross
Washington St in winter.
Why the city is paying for 3 different companies to research the flood plans for Rocky Shore/Idyllwild and Park
Rd bridge is beyond me. I went to all 3 meetings - what a waste!!!!
I hope the city listens to the comments brought by citizens!
Sonia Ettinger
longtime Manville Heights resident
230 Magowan Av
3386778
EVALUATION CRITERIA
HOUSING PROJECTS
This evaluation sheet will be used as a guide to assist the Housing and Community Development Commission
(HCDC) in the FY13 allocation process. HCDC members will rank each project according to the
questions\criteria shown below. However, the scores will not be the sole determinant of a funding decision.
I. Need\Priority (maximum 20 points)
Meets identified need in CITY STEPS? Yes No
If yes:
1. What priority level in CITY STEPS? (High=15, Medium=7, Low=2 points)
2. How well has the applicant documented the ability of the project to meet this need? (0-5 points)
SUB -TOTAL
II. Leveraging Resources\Budget (maximum 25 points)
Project budget is justified? (Costs are documentedlreasonable) Yes No
If yes:
1. How well does the organization and/or project leverage human resources or utilize community partnerships?
[Volunteers, collaboration, etc.] (0-10 points)
2. Does the project leverage private financial resources? [Including in -kind] (0-10 points)
0 to 25% Private Funds (0-1 point)
26 to 50% Private Funds (2-4 points)
51 % to 75% Private Funds (5-7 points)
76% to 99% Private Funds (8-10 points)
3. Has applicant documented adequate efforts to secure other private or public funding? (0-5 points)
SUB -TOTAL
III. Feasibility\Need for Subsidy (maximum 20 points)
1. How well has applicant demonstrated the requested level of public subsidy is necessary?
[Private\other funds not available?] (0-8 points)
2. Does the project schedule adequately demonstrate the project will be completed within
the required time period? (0-4 points)
3. How well does the proposed budget establish the project is viable without further
subsidy? (0-8 points)
SUB -TOTAL
IV. Impact\Benefit (maximum 30 points)
1. What primary level of low- to median -income persons are targeted?
(0-30%=10, 31-50%=6, 51-60%=4 points, 61-80%=1)
2. How innovative of a solution to the problem does the project represent? (0-10 points)
3. Does project pay full property taxes (5) or provide payment in lieu of taxes (3)? (0-5 points)
4. Does the project propose to utilize a site that is appropriate based upon City policies
and/or community interests? (0-5 points)
SUB -TOTAL
V. Capacity\History (maximum 5 points)
Applicant can maintain regulatory compliance throughout the project, including the affordability period?
Yes No
If yes:
1. Has applicant demonstrated strong financial skills or arrangements for necessary
financial management and established the administrative capacity to successfully
complete this project? (0-5 points)
SUB -TOTAL
PROJECT NAME: GRAND TOTAL
PROPOSED ALLOCATION: $
(Maximum amount of points — 100, Projects under 60 points receive $0)
FY12 Applicant Guide
EVALUATION CRITERIA
PUBLIC FACILITY, PLANNING & OTHER PROJECTS
This evaluation sheet will be used as a guide to assist the Housing and Community Development Commission
(HCDC) in the FY13 allocation process. HCDC members will evaluate each project according to the
questions\criteria shown below. However, the scores will not be the sole determinant of a funding decision.
I. Need\Priority (maximum 20 Points)
Meets identified need in CITY STEPS? Yes No
If yes:
1. What priority level in CITY STEPS? (High=15, Medium=7, Low=2)
2. How well has applicant documented the ability of the project to meet this need? (0-5 points)
II. Leveraging Resources/Budget (maximum 25 Points)
Project budget is justified? (Costs are documentedlreasonable) Yes No
If yes:
1. How well does the organization and/or project leverage human resources or utilize community
partnerships? [Volunteers, collaboration, etc.] (0-10 points)
2. Does the project leverage private financial resources? [including in kind] (0-10 points)
0 to 25% Private Funds (0-1 point) 26% to 50% Private Funds (2-4 points)
51 % to 75% Private Funds (5-7 points) 76% to 99% Private Funds (8-10 points)
3. Has applicant documented adequate efforts to secure other private or public funding?
(0-5 points)
III. Feasibility/Need for Subsidy (maximum 20 points)
1. How well has applicant demonstrated the requested level of public subsidy is necessary?
[Private\other funds not available?]
(0-8 points)
2. Does the project schedule adequately demonstrate the project will be completed within
the required time period? (0-4 points)
3. How well does the proposed budget establish the project is viable without further subsidy?
(0-8 points)
IV. Impact\Benefit (maximum 30 points)
Does the project help persons gain self-sufficiency? Yes No
If yes:
1. What primarily level of low- to median -income persons are targeted?
(0-30%=10, 31-50%=6, 51-60%=4 points, 61-80%=1)
2. How innovative of a solution to the problem does the project represent? (0-10 points)
3. Does the project (or related facility) pay full property taxes (5) or provide payment in lieu of taxes (3)?
(0-5 points)
4. Is the project likely to produce a demonstrable benefit to the community in comparison to its cost?
(0-5 points)
V. CapacitylHistory (maximum 5 points)
Applicant can maintain regulatory compliance? Yes No
If yes:
1. Has applicant demonstrated strong financial skills or arrangements for necessary financial management and
established the administrative capacity to successfully complete this project? (0-5 points)
PROJECT NAME:
PROPOSED ALLOCATION:
(Maximum amount of points —
M
100)
GRAND TOTAL
FY12 Applicant Guide 2
EVALUATION CRITERIA
PUBLIC SERVICE PROJECTS
This evaluation sheet will be used as a guide to assist the Housing and Community Development Commission
(HCDC) in the FY13 allocation process. HCDC members will evaluate each project according to the
questions\criteria shown below. However, the scores will not be the sole determinant of a funding decision.
I. NeedlPriority (maximum 20 points)
Meets identified need in CITY STEPS? Yes No
If yes:
1. What priority level in CITY STEPS? (High=15, Medium=7, Low=2 points)
2. How well has applicant documented the ability of the project to meet this need? (0-5 points)
II. Leveraging Resources/Budget (maximum 30 points)
Project budget is justified? (Costs are documentedlreasonable) Yes No
If yes:
1. How well does the organization and/ or project leverage human resources or utilize community
partnerships? [Volunteers, collaboration, etc.] (0-10 points)
2. Does the project leverage private financial resources? [including in kind] (0-10 points)
0 to 25% Private Funds (0-1 point) 26% to 50% Private Funds (2-4 points)
51 % to 75% Private Funds (5-7 points) 76% to 99% Private Funds (8-10 points)
3. Has applicant documented adequate efforts to secure other private or public funding? (0-5 points)
4. Applicant did not receive Aid -to -Agency funding within prior fiscal year that could have been
used for project. (0-5 points)
Ill. Feasibility/Need for Subsidy (maximum 20 points)
1. How well has applicant demonstrated the requested level of public subsidy is necessary?
[Private\other funds not available?] (0-8 points)
2. Does the project schedule adequately demonstrate the project will be completed and funds
expended within the required time period? (0-4 points)
3. How well does the proposed budget establish the project is viable without further subsidy?
(0-8 points)
IV. Impact\Benefit (maximum 25 points)
Does the project help persons gain self-sufficiency? Yes No
If yes:
1. What primarily level of low- to median -income persons are targeted?
(0-30%=10, 31-50%=6, 51-60%=4 points, 61-80%=1)
2. How innovative of a solution to the problem does the project represent? (0-10 points)
3. Is the project likely to produce a demonstrable benefit to the community in comparison to its cost?
(0-5 points)
V. Capacity\History (maximum 5 points)
Applicant can maintain regulatory compliance? Yes No
If yes:
1. Has applicant demonstrated strong financial skills or arrangements for necessary financial management and
established the administrative capacity to successfully complete this project? (0-5 points)
PROJECT NAME:
PROPOSED ALLOCATION:
(Maximum amount of points —
100)
GRAND TOTAL
FY12 Applicant Guide 3
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
Housing
Application for Flr2013 cuBG/HonnE funds
■ Applications must be submitted online at www.icgov.org/fyl3apps.
■ Rental housing projects (Rehabilitation or New Construction) MUST complete and
submit the proforma (excel format) provided by the City with this application.
■ Please remember that only one project proposal may be submitted on each
application. Please use separate applications for each project proposal.
Housing
Project Name:
Type of Project (check onek ()Homeownership 0 Rental ()Tenant Based Rent Asst. 0 Rehabilitation
(Rental and Rental Rehabilitation projects require the completion of a rental housing proforma)
I. Lead Applicant Name:
Signature (please use blue ink):
Applicant Address:
Contact Person:
Title:
Phone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
DUNS Number:
2. Secondary Applicant (if applicable):
Signature (please use blue ink):
Applicant Address:
Contact Person:
Title:
Phone Number:
Fax Number:
E-mail Address:
3. Type of Applicant (check oneh
0 Community Housing Development Organization
0 Private for -profit, individual or partnership applicant
4. Amount of HOME/CDBG Funds Requested: $
0 Private non-profit organization
0 Public Organization
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5. Did you attend the Applicant Workshop? 0 NO
0 YES - Please indicate date attended: 0 12/XX/11 or 01/)W12
6. Provide a brief description of the proposed project & complete the table below.
Total Number of Units Proposed:
Type of Units:
Number of Units:
Single Room Occupancy
Efficiency
1 - Bedroom
2 - Bedroom
3 - Bedroom
4+ Bedrooms
7. Tell us why this project is needed (include information from CITY STEPS, the Iowa City Metro Area Affordable
Housing Market Analysis (December 2007) by Mullin & Lonergan Associates, and/or other market studies that
identifies the need for this type of housing in Iowa City) and how it will fill this need in the City's housing
market.
8. Please specify the one most applicable priority need and priority need level, as shown in the 2011-2015
CITY STEPS Plan.
Priority Need
9. Please provide the requested loan terms and affordability period:
Priority Need Level (High, Medium or Low)
Loan
Affordability
Principal
Interest
Amortization
Period
Yearly
Amount
Rate
(Years)
(Years)
Payment
Terms $
Requested*
*Financing terms will be based on project feasibility and the ability to repay the loan. Terms approved by City
Council may be different than what is requested.
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10a. Please complete the table below showing the types and amounts of funding being requested for the
proposed project. Please check the appropriate box if the funding source is committed. If not committed, please
indicate when the applicant will apply for funds in Question #15, Project Timetable.
Funding Source & Type of
Funds:
Funding
Amount
Interest
Rate
Amortization
Term
Committed?
Iowa City CDBG or HOME
Funding (public)
$
OYes ONo
State of Iowa HOME or
CDBG (public)
$
OYes ONo
IFA — Low Income Housing
Tax Credits (public)
$
OYes ONo
Bank Loan (private)
$
OYes ONo
Applicant Contribution of
Equity (private)
$
OYes ONo
Other Public Resources
(please list)
$
OYes ONo
Other Private Resources
(please list)
$
OYes ONo
TOTAL
$
10b. Please provide the uses of funds for the project.
Uses of Funds
Amount
Acquisition:
Building Acquisition
$
Land Acquisition
$
Site Improvements
$
Construction
$
Professional Fees
$
Construction Finance
$
Permanent Finance
$
Developer Fee
$
Reserves
$
Other (please specify):
$
TOTAL (Must equal TOTAL in 10a.)
$
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Amount of Private Funds $ (a)
Amount of Public Funds $ (b)
Total Project Funding $ (c) a + b
Number of bedrooms (d)
Total public cost per bedroom $ (e) b - d
Total Cost Per Unit $ (t) c _ #
Units
10c. What percentage of the proposed budget will be made up of private funds?
11. If volunteers are used please describe how these volunteers are utilized for the proposed activity and
estimate the amount of volunteer time and value dedicated to the identified tasks.
Unskilled labor
hours x $10 per hour =
$
Skilled labor (
) hours x $_ per hour =
$
Skilled labor (
) hours x $_ per hour =
$
Skilled labor (
) hours x $_ per hour =
$
Total
$
12. Please identify any identity of interest (IOI) relationships with the applicant and/or project owner, i.e. General
Partner has a financial interest in the construction company, etc.
13. Describe what efforts have been taken to secure private or other public funding.
14. Program regulations require a 25% match for HOME funding. Describe how your organization or the proposed
project will help the City of Iowa City meet this match requirement for local HOME funds.
Local HOME funds requested: $ x .25 = $ Local Match
15. Briefly outline the proposed timetable for the commitment and expenditure of the funding being requested
(include other project factors such as rezoning, construction schedule, or application(s) for other funding). If
applicant plans to apply for funds not committed to the project yet, include the anticipated date for
application. Please Note: If funded, this schedule will be used for any project agreement for the
use of CDBG\HOME funding.
Date:
Description of Activity :
Housing
4
FY12 CDBG/HOME Funding Request
July 1, 2012 Beginning of City Fiscal Year and Project Start Date
16. Briefly describe the project goals for providing or assisting in the preservation or expansion of affordable
housing in Iowa City, and how the project will benefit the targeted income group (e.g. goal of providing rental
housing to lower income persons without use of Section 8 rental assistance or level of subsidized rent
compared to market rates).
17. To help promote the efficient use of federal, state and local funding please describe how the project will maintain
long-term (in excess of CDBG\HOME program requirements) or permanent affordability; and, show how the
project will provide for affordable housing at rental rates or purchase price for owner -occupied housing units
lower than those in the existing market.
18. Explain why this project needs and is worthy of the requested public subsidy.
19. If funding is granted for this project, what steps are in place to decrease the likelihood it will require further
subsidy in the future?
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20. If partial funds are awarded, will the project/program continue? 0 Yes
0 No
If yes, at what level?
Reminder: Rental housing (including rental rehabilitation) projects MUST
complete and submit the proforma (excel format) provided by the City with
this application.
Rental housing applications submitted without the City's proforma will
not be considered.
21. An objective of the City of Iowa City Comprehensive Plan is to promote a diversity of housing types and mix of
all income levels. Please describe the target population this project is to serve and how the project will
promote diversity within the neighborhood.
22. On the map provided, please show the location of the proposed project.
23. Also, please indicate the number of persons or households that will be served by the proposed project by
income category. (Please Note: If this application is funded, the information in this table will be
used as income targeting for the CDBG\HOME Agreement).
Number between 0 - 30% median income
Number between 31— 50% median income
Number between 51— 60% median income
Number between 61 - 80% median income
Number between 80 - 100% median income
Number over 100% median income
Total
Percent LMI
24. Does the proposed project pay full property taxes? 0 Yes 0 No
If YES, what is the estimated value of taxes generated from this Project? $
households (a)
households (b)
households (c)
households (d)
households (e)
households (f)
households (g)
(a+b+c+d) = g
If NO, does the proposed project make a Payment In Lieu Of Taxes or pay at a reduced rate?
()Yes ONo If yes, what is the percent of full taxes paid? % and amount paid is $
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25. Does your project represent an innovative solution to meet the specific need it is intended to satisfy? If so,
please explain.
26. Please select one main objective, outcome, and output indicator for the proposed project. Second, provide
specific project indicators in the narrative (i.e. number of units to be rehabilitated, number of households
assisted, number of units constructed, etc.)
Objective: 0 Suitable living environment 0 Decent affordable housing 0 Creating economic opportunities
Outcome: 0 Availability/accessibility 0 Affordability C) Sustainability
Output Indicator: 0 Persons 0 Households 0 Housing units
27. Please list amount of CDBG and/or HOME funds received within the last four City fiscal years and the status of
the project(s) undertaken. (City fiscal year July 1 to June 30)
Fiscal Year Funds Recv'd
Budgeted
Amount
Amount
Expended
(as of 12/31/11)
Date All Units
Completed
FY09 (July 2008 — June 2009)
$
$
FY10 (July 2009 - June 2010)
$
$
FY11 (July 2010 - June 2011)
$
$
FY12 (July 2011 - June 2012)*
$
$
*Six months remaining in FYI at time of this application.
28. Is the applicant (including partners, co -applicants, etc.) currently in compliance with all federal, state and
local laws, rules and regulations, including any CDBG and/or HOME funded projects? 0 Yes 0 No
If "NO" or a matter is currently in litigation please give the name of the case and explain the basis for the case.
Housing 7 FY12 CDBG/HOME Funding Request
29. If the applicant has not received HOME/CDBG funds in the past three years, please provide evidence of your
organization's administrative capacity, financial skills, commitment and/or experience to undertake and
complete the proposed project within the established timetable and budget.
30. Please describe your organization's structure, officers and staff, as it relates to the overhead cost for this project.
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
Public Facility, Planning &Other Projects
Application for FY2013 CDBG/HOME funds
■ Applications must be submitted online at www.icgov.org/fyl3apps.
■ Please remember that only one project proposal may be submitted on each
application. Please use separate applications for each project proposal.
Public Facility, Planning & Other Projects
1. Name of Project:
2. Total Amount of CDBG Funds Requested: $
3. Applicant Name:
Applicant Address:
DUNS Number:
Signature (please use blue ink):
4. Contact Person:
Phone Number:
Fax Number:
Email Address:
5. Location of proposed project:
6. Did you attend the Applicant Workshop? O NO
O YES - Please indicate date attended: O12/XX/11 or O 1/XX/12
7. Brief summary of the proposed project (please limit response to a paragraph).
8. Please specify the one most applicable priority need and priority need level, as shown in CITY STEPS
2011-2015.
Priority Need
Priority Need Level (High, Medium or Low)
Public Facility, Planning & Other Projects 1 FY12 CDBG/HOME Funding Request
9. Tell us why this project is needed (include information from studies\research or other supporting documentation)
and how it fills a gap in the community as outlined in CITY STEPS. Also, indicate how the project partners with
existing services/facilities, including whether other agencies will be housed in or will be allowed to use the
facility.
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10. Provide a budget breakdown for your specific project. Complete the various categories appropriate for your
project. Use categories such as property acquisition, architectural expenses, construction costs, material and
administrative costs, etc. for construction/rehabilitation projects. The budget breakdown should only
include those costs directly related to the project. If a construction project, provide the total estimated
costs of the project, but do not include operational expenses or expenses not directly related to the construction
project. Under the "status" column, indicate if funds are anticipated or committed for each source of funds. If
anticipated, include the date the funds will be available if awarded funding. Please include the cost of an audit
for any organization that expects to receive over $500,000 from all federal sources. Also, budget for the other
items under Budget Considerations in the FY13 Applicant Guide.
Document Costs Whenever Possible. A construction estimate is strongly encouraged for all
rehabilitation or new construction projects. PLEASE NOTE: The Housing and Community
Development Commission may request a copy of your overall agency budget.
Budget Breakdown
(Include only those costs directly related to the project.)
Expense Category
(e.g. salaries,
acquisition, rehab)
If possible, please
prioritize the budget
CDBG
Funds
Other Funds
List Source of
Other Funds
including
whether
Public or
Private
Type
Status
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Please place an Win the
box that applies.
Total
$
$
Amount of private\agency\other funds
Amount of CDBG funds
Total Project Funding
Number of persons assisted
0
(a)
(b)
$ (c) (a + b)
(d) (see question 19)
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Total cost per person
(e) (c=d)
Total CDBG Cost Per Person $ (f) (b - d)
11. If volunteers are used please describe how these volunteers are utilized for the proposed activity and
estimate the amount of volunteer time and value dedicated to the identified tasks.
Unskilled labor
hours
x $10 per hour =
$
Skilled labor ( )
hours
x $ per hour =
$
Skilled labor ( )
hours
x $ per hour =
$
Total $
12. What percentage of the proposed budget will be made up of private funds? %
13. If your agency received Aid -to -Agency from the City last year explain whether that funding could have been
used for this project?
14. Describe what efforts have been taken to secure private or other public funding?
15. Briefly outline the proposed timetable for the commitment and expenditure of the funding being requested
(include other project factors such as rezoning, construction schedule, or application(s) for other funding).
Please Note; If funded, this schedule will be used for any project agreement for the use of CDBG
funding.
Date: Description of Activity:
Public Facility, Planning & Other Projects 4 FYI CDBG/HOME Funding Request
July 1, 2012 Beginning of City Fiscal Year and Project Start Date
16. Explain why this project needs and is worthy of the requested public subsidy.
17. If funding is granted for this project, what steps are in place to decrease the likelihood it will require further
subsidy in the future?
18. In what manner or form will the project proceed if it is awarded less than full funding? If the project has several
individual components, please prioritize them according to your needs.
19. Please indicate the population to be served by the proposed project according to the income categories shown in
the Applicant Guide. (Please Note; If this application is funded, the information in this table will be
used as income targeting for the CDBG Agreement),
Public Facility, Planning & Other Projects 5 FY12 CDBG/HOME Funding Request
• Number between 0 - 30% median income
persons
(a)
Number between 31 - 50% median income
persons
(b)
Number between 51 - 80% median income
persons
(c)
Number between 80 - 100% median income
persons
(d)
Number over 100% median income
persons
(e)
Total
persons
(l)
Percent LMI
% (a + b + c) = f
Percent Iowa City Residents
Please describe the basis or methodology used to estimate the number of clients to be served (i.e. survey,
last year's reports, etc.)
20. Does your project represent an innovative solution to meet the specific need it is intended to satisfy? If so,
please explain.
21. Please select one main objective, outcome, and output indicator for the proposed project (see applicant
guide). Second, provide specific project indicators in the narrative (i.e. number of units to be rehabilitated,
number of households assisted, number of units constructed, etc.)
Objective:
Outcome:
O Suitable living environment O Decent affordable housing O Creating economic opportunities
O Availability/accessibility
Output Indicator: O Persons
O Affordability
O Households
23. On the attached map, indicate the location of the proposed project.
24. Does the proposed project pay full property taxes? Oyes ONo
If yes, what is the estimated value of taxes generated from this Project? $
O Sustainability
O Housing units
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If property taxes are not paid, does the proposed project pay a Payment In Lieu of Taxes or a reduced tax rate?
OYes i7No If yes, what is the percent of full taxes paid?
and amount paid is $
25. Please list amount of CDBG and/or HOME funds received within the last four City fiscal years and the status of
the project(s) undertaken. (City fiscal year July 1 to June 30)
Fiscal Year Funds Recv'd
Budgeted
Amount
Amount
Expended
(as of 12/31/11)
Date All Units
Completed
FY09 (July 2008 — June 2009)
$
$
FY10 (July 2009 - June 2010)
$
$
FY11 (July 2010 - June 2011)
$
$
FY12 (July 2011 - June 2012)*
$
$
*Six months remaining in FY12 at time of this application.
26. Is the applicant (including partners, co -applicants, etc.) currently in compliance with all federal, state and
local laws, rules and regulations, including any CDBG and/or HOME funded projects? O Yes C) No
If `ENO" or a matter is currently in litigation please give the name of the case and explain the basis for the case.
27. If the applicant has not received HOME/CDBG funds in the past three years, please provide evidence of your
organization's administrative capacity, financial skills, commitment and/or experience to undertake and
complete the proposed project within the established timetable and budget.
28. Please describe your organization's structure, officers and staff, as it relates to the overhead cost for this project.
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CITY OF IOWA CITY
Public Service Projects (Operations)
AppI1C1t1011 for FY2013 CDBG/HOME fU11dS
■ Applications must be submitted online at www.icgov.org/fyl3apps.
■ Please remember that only one project proposal may be submitted on each
application. Please use separate applications for each project proposal.
■ Attach one copy of your overall agency budget (summary only).
Public Service Projects (Operations)
1. Name of program for which funds are being requested:
2. Total Amount of CDBG Funds Requested: $
3. Applicant Name:
Applicant Address:
DUNS Number:
Signature (please use blue ink):
4. Contact Person:
Phone Number:
Fax Number:
Email Address:
5. Indicate your organization's corporate status and number of years in business in the Iowa City community.
Status: O Non-profit O For -profit Years in business:
6. Did you attend the Applicant Workshop? O NO
C3 YES - Please indicate date attended: O 12/)W11 or O 1/)W12
7. Brief summary of the proposed project (please limit response to a paragraph).
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8. The objective of the CITY STEPS Plan is to promote a continuum of care within the community that
includes jobs, housing and services for low -moderate income persons. Tell us (a) why this project is
needed and how it will meet that need, (b) how it fills a gap in the City's continuum of care or
partners with other services and (c) how it addresses the goals cited in the 2011-2015 CITY STEPS
Plan. Include information from studies\research or other supporting documentation, where available.
Public Service Projects (Operations) 2 FY12 CDBG/HOME Funding Request
9. Provide a budget breakdown for your specific program or expense. The budget breakdown should include ONLY
those costs directly related to the program or expense. For example, if the project is the addition of one staff
person, the budget should include only the estimated cost of and resources available for that position.
Alternatively, if the project is the implementation of a specific service program, provide the total estimated costs
of and resources available for the project, broken out by general categories such as salaries, materials, office
expense, marketing, etc. (Please include the cost of an audit for any organization that expects to receive over
$500,000 from all federal sources.)
If other non-CDBG resources are used to fund the project/expense, please list the sources and whether they are
public or private, state if the funds are in -kind or cash, and check if the funds are anticipated or already in -hand
(committed). If anticipated, indicate the date the funding will be available if awarded. Document Costs
Whenever Possible.
Budget Breakdown
(Include only those costs directly related to the project.)
Expense Category
(e.g. salaries,
acquisition, rehab)
If possible, please
prioritize the budget
CDBG
Funds
Other Funds
List Source of
Other Funds
including
whether Public
or Private
Type
Status
S
Y
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10. What percentage of the proposed budget will be made up of private funds? %
11. Describe what efforts have been taken to secure private or other public funding.
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12. If your agency received Aid -to -Agency from the City last year explain whether that funding could have been
used for this project?
13. If you use volunteers, please describe how these volunteers are utilized for the proposed activity or other
activities in which you are involved.
Unskilled labor
hours
x $10 per hour =
$
Skilled labor ( )
hours
x $ per hour =
$
Skilled labor ( )
hours
x $ per hour =
$
Total is I
14. All public service projects are required to expend their full award and complete the proposed project by the end
of the fiscal year (June 30, 2013). Will you be able to meet this requirement? OYes Mo
Describe the project's proposed schedule.
15. Explain why this project needs and is worthy of the requested public subsidy.
Public Service Projects (Operations) 4 FY12 CDBG/HOME Funding Request
16. If funding is granted for this project, what steps are in place to decrease the likelihood it will require further
subsidy in the future?
17. Please indicate the population to be served by the proposed program according to the income categories shown
in the Applicant Guide. If you are requesting money for a specific administrative expense (e.g., a staff member's
salary), indicate the population served by your agency as a whole. (Please Note: If this application is
funded, the information in this table will be used as income targeting for the CDBGAgreement).
Number between 0 - 30% median income
persons
(a)
Number between 31 - 50% median income
persons
(b)
Number between 51 - 80% median income
persons
(c)
Number between 80 - 100% median income
persons
(d)
Number over 100% median income
persons
(e)
Total
persons
(f)
Percent LMI
% (a + b + c) _ f
Percent Iowa City Residents
910
Please describe the basis or methodology used to estimate the number of clients to be served (i.e. survey,
last year's reports, etc.)
18. Does your project represent an innovative solution to meet the specific need it is intended to satisfy? If so,
please explain.
Public Service Projects (Operations) 5 FY12 CDBG/HOME Funding Request
19. Please select one main objective, outcome, and output indicator for the proposed project. Second, provide specific
project indicators in the narrative (i.e., number of households assisted, number of persons assisted, etc.)
Objective:
Outcome:
Output Indicator:
O Suitable living environment O Decent affordable housing O Creating economic opportunities
O Availability/accessibility
O Persons
O Affordability
O Households
O Sustainability
O Housing units
Capacity/Applicant
17. In the last five years, has your agency received a CDBG award of which all or a portion has reverted to the City
due to non -expenditure of funds? If so, please explain.
18. Is the applicant (including partners, co -applicants, etc.) currently in compliance with all federal, state and local
laws, rules and regulations including any CDBG and/or HOME funded projects? OYes ONo
If "No" or the matter is currently in litigation please give the name of the case and explain the basis of the case.
19. If the applicant has not received CDBG funds in the last three years, please provide evidence of your
organization's administrative capacity, financial skills, commitment and/or experience to implement the
proposed program or service within the established timetable and budget.
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