Resolution 2024-33187 RESOLUTION NO. 2024-33187
A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE ONE-YEAR •ACTION PLAN FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2024 FOR FEDERAL FUNDS,WHICH INCLUDE THE BUDGETS
FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM,
IN THE AMOUNT OF $889,998.00, AND THE HOME INVESTMENT
PARTNERSHIPS (HOME) PROGRAM, IN THE AMOUNT OF $508,242.00; AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO: (1)ALLOCATE CDBG FUNDING TO
THE FOLLOWING PROGRAMS: (I) $14,000.00 TO UNIDAD OF MIAMI BEACH,
INC. PROJECT LINK; (II) $35,000.00 TO BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF MIAMI-
DADE; (III) $21,638.00 TO AYUDA, INC. - HERE FOR YOU PROGRAM; (IV)
$14,440.00 TO UNIDAD OF MIAMI BEACH, INC. SENIOR RECREATION AND
LANGUAGE PROGRAM; (V) $25,200.00 TO FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE MIAMI
BEACH AND NORTH DADE, INC. SUNDAY CIRCLE PROGRAM; (VI)
$15,000.00 TO CITY OF MIAMI BEACH OFFICE OF COMMUNITY SERVICES
GROCERY PROGRAM; (VII) $8,221.00 TO BUDDY SYSTEM MIA, INC. FOOD
DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM; (VIII) $50,000.00 FOR TENANT RELOCATION
COSTS; (IX) $454,500.00 TO AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING REHABILITATION
PROJECT AND/OR ACQUISITION PROJECT; (X) $50,000.00 TO HISPANIC
BUSINESS INITIATIVE FUND INC. D/B/A PROSPERA FOR SMALL BUSINESS
ASSISTANCE (XI)$24,000.00 TO WEECARE, INC. D/B/A UPWARDS FOR THE
BOOST PROGRAM; AND (XII) $177,999.00 FOR PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATION, OF WHICH $20,000.00 SHALL BE ALLOCATED TO
HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES PROJECT FOR EXCELLENCE, INC. (HOPE, INC.)
FOR U. S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD)-
RELATED FAIR HOUSING SERVICES; AND (2) ALLOCATE HOME FUNDING
TO THE FOLLOWING (I) $381,182.00 TO TENANT-BASED RENTAL
ASSISTANCE; (II) $76,236.00 TO A COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
ORGANIZATION (CHDO); AND (III) $50,824.00 FOR PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATION; AND (3) TRANSMIT TO HUD A SUBSTANTIAL
AMENDMENT TO THE HUD FY 2021 ACTION PLAN, REALLOCATING
$112,269.35 OF EXISTING HOME AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (HOME-ARP)
FUNDING FROM NON-PROFIT CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS TO
SUPPORTIVE SERVICES,THEREBY INCREASING THE TOTAL ALLOCATION
FOR SUPPORTIVE SERVICES TO $508,578.95, OF WHICH $100,000.00 WILL
BE ALLOCATED TO LEGAL SERVICES OF GREATER MIAMI, INC. NORTH
BEACH HOUSING STABILITY PROJECT AND $127,911.95 WILL BE
DESIGNATED FOR USE BY ELIGIBLE HOUSEHOLDS AT RISK OF
HOMELESSNESS; AND (4) EXECUTE ALL APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS
RELATED TO THE APPROPRIATION AND ALLOCATION OF THESE
PROGRAM FUNDS; AND (5) SUBMIT THE ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN TO THE
HUD; AND (6) MAKE MINOR NON-SUBSTANTIAL CHANGES TO THE ONE-
YEAR ACTION PLAN OR THE FIVE-YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN, OR THE
RESULTING AGREEMENTS (WHICH DO NOT ALTER THE PURPOSE,
SCOPE, APPROVED BUDGET AND/OR INTENT OF THE PLANS); AND (7)
EXTEND THE EXPIRATION DATES OF SAID AGREEMENTS WHEN
NECESSARY;AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND CITY
CLERK TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH SUB-RECIPIENTS OF CDBG AND
HOME PROGRAM FUNDS AND CITY INTERDEPARTMENTAL AGREEMENTS.
WHEREAS, the City is an entitlement recipient of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) federal formula grant programs as follows: Community Development Block
Grant(CDBG)funds and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME)funds; and
WHEREAS, the Five-Year Consolidated Plan and the One-Year Action Plan is a federal
requirement for all HUD entitlement jurisdictions, including the CDBG and HOME Programs; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Five-Year Consolidated Plan for FY 2023-2027, adopted on
June 28, 2023 via Resolution No. 2023-3263, is the City's long-term plan on how it intends to use
federal CDBG and HOME entitlement funds for the term of the Plan; and
WHEREAS, the Action Plan provides a concise summary of the actions, activities, and
programs that will take place during the program year to address the priority needs and goals
identified in the Five-Year Consolidated Plan; and
WHEREAS, the 2024 Action Plan must be submitted to HUD by August 15, 2024, using
HUD's Integrated Disbursement Information System (IDIS).; and
WHEREAS, the One-Year Action Plan for FY 2024 is based upon the City's federal
entitlement allocation of$889,998.00 in CDBG funds and $508,242.00 in HOME funds; and
WHEREAS, CDBG funds may be used for a maximum of 20 percent ($177,999.00) for
program planning and administration activities and a maximum of 15 percent ($133,499.00) for
public service activities; and
WHEREAS, on March 14, 2024, the Administration issued a Request for Applications
(RFA)for CDBG, HOME, and HOME-ARP funds approved via Resolution 2024-32498; and
WHEREAS, the resulting CDBG recommendations for public services, are as follows:
$14,000.00 for UNIDAD of Miami Beach-Project Link; $35,000.00 for Boys&Girls Club of Miami-
Dade aftercare and summer camp; $21,638.00 for Ayuda- Here for You Program; $14,400.00 for
UNIDAD of Miami Beach— Recreation and Language Services; $25,200.00 for Friendship Circle
—Sunday Circle, $15,000.00 for the City's Grocery Assistance Program, and $8,221.00 for Buddy
System food distribution; and
WHEREAS, the resulting CDBG recommendations for economic development, are as
follows: $50,000.00 for Hispanic Business Initiative Fund, Inc. d/b/a Prospera for small business
assistance, and $24,000.00 to WeeCare, Inc. d/b/a Upwards for the BOOST program; and
WHEREAS, the Administration recommends allocating $50,000.00 in CDBG funds to
cover costs associated with complying with the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property
Acquisition Policies Act (URA) requirements for a property acquired by the City for affordable
housing; and
WHEREAS, the Administration is recommending deferral of the $454,500.00 in CDBG
funds for future award to a shovel-ready project addressing housing affordability; and
WHEREAS, the City will contract Housing Opportunities Project for Excellence, Inc.
(HOPE, Inc.) for the provision of HUD-mandated fair housing services in the amount of
$20,000.00, utilizing CDBG planning and administration funds; and
WHEREAS, HOME funds may be used for a maximum of 10 percent ($50,824.00) for
program planning and administration activities; and
WHEREAS, the HOME Program rules require each entitlement community to reserve a
minimum of 15 percent($76,236.00) of its annual allocation for activities undertaken by qualified
Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDO); and
WHEREAS, a CHDO is a private nonprofit, community-based housing development
organization that has identified the development of affordable housing as its primary mission and
has the capacity to develop affordable housing; and
WHEREAS, no applications were received for HOME funds during the RFA process, and
the Administration recommends allocating $381,182.00 in HOME funds to implement a Tenant-
Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program; and
WHEREAS, to qualify, households must have an income that does not exceed 80% of the
area median income (AM I), with the assistance covering a portion of the rent and the tenant
paying the remaining amount based on their income, and in some cases, the program may also
cover security deposits, utility deposits, and utility payments; and
WHEREAS, one application was received for the HOME-ARP funding for this RFA from
Legal Services of Greater Miami under the Supportive Services category; and
WHEREAS, the City has funded two projects administered by Legal Services: Tenant
Defense and North Beach Homeless Prevention Project, both of which will expire on September
30, 2024; and
WHEREAS, the resulting HOME-ARP recommendations for Supportive Services are as
follows: $100,000.00 for the Legal Services of Greater Miami - North Beach Housing Stability
Project; and
WHEREAS, from time to time, it may be necessary for the City to process a "Substantial
Amendment" to the Five-Year Consolidated Plan and the annual Action Plan to allow for the
funding of new activities, modification of existing activities, or other program administrative
actions; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to 24 CFR §91.505 (a), the City is required by HUD to identify the
criteria to be used in determining if a proposed action will be considered a "Substantial
Amendment," as follows:
1. A change in allocation priorities or a change in the method of distributing funds;
2. Funding an activity using funds from any program covered by the Plan (including
program income) not previously described in the One Year Action Plan; or
3. A change in the purpose, scope, location, or beneficiaries of an activity; and
WHEREAS, any proposed amendment considered a Substantial Amendment requires
approval by the City Commission; and
WHEREAS, in accordance with 24 CFR §91.505 (b), a Substantial Amendment requires
Citizen Participation; and
WHEREAS, a substantial amendment to the 2021 Action Plan was approved on January
20, 2022, via Resolution 2022-31979, to include the allocation plan for HOME-ARP funding; and
WHEREAS, the Administration now seeks to move HOME-ARP funds, in the amount of
$112,269.35, from the Non-Profit Capacity Building Fund category to Supportive Services, given
the lack of applications received for the former, bringing the amount allocated to Supportive
Services to $508,578.95; and
WHEREAS, after accounting for previously funded Supportive Services projects, in the
amount of$280,667.00, $227,911.95($508,578.95-$280,667.00)of unencumbered funds would
be left,from which$100,000.00 will be allocated to Legal Services of Greater Miami-North Beach
Housing Stability Project, leaving a balance of$127,911.95; and
WHEREAS, the Administration recommends using these funds for eligible HOME-ARP
financial assistance to support households at risk of homelessness, as defined in 24 CFR 91.5,
covering costs such as: security deposits, utility deposits and payments, moving costs, first and
last months' rent, payment of rental arrearages(up to six months); and
WHEREAS, in accordance with the Citizen Participation Plan, the City advertised a notice
of public hearing and public 30-day comment period (May 13, 2024 — June 11, 2024) for
community development needs with a public hearing held on May 28, 2024; and
WHEREAS, the City advertised a Notice of a 30-day public comment period and public
hearing (June 17, 2024 — July 16, 2024) for the draft Action Plan and substantial amendment,
with a Public Hearing held on July 10, 2024.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT DULY RESOLVED BY THE MAYOR AND CITY
COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, that the Mayor and City
Commission hereby adopt the One-Year Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2024 for federal funds,which
includes the budgets for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, in the
amount of$889,998.00, and the Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) program, in the amount
of$508,242.00; and authorizing the City Manager to: (1) allocate CDBG funding to the following
programs: (i) $14,000.00 to UNIDAD of Miami Beach, Inc. Project LINK; (ii) $35,000.00 to Boys
and Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade; (iii) $21,638.00 to Ayuda, Inc. Here for You Program; (iv)
$14,440.00 to UNIDAD of Miami Beach, Inc. Senior Recreation and Language Program; (v)
$25,200.00 to Friendship Circle Miami Beach and North Dade, Inc. Sunday Circle Program; (vi)
$15,000.00 to City of Miami Beach Office of Community Services Grocery Program; (vii)
$8,221.00 to Buddy System MIA, Inc. Food Distribution Program; (viii) $50,000.00 for tenant
relocation costs; (ix)$454,500.00 to an affordable housing rehabilitation project and/or acquisition
project; (x)$50,000.00 to Hispanic Business Initiative Fund, Inc. d/b/a Prospera for small business
assistance; (xi) $24,000.00 to Weecare, Inc. d/b/a Upwards for the BOOST Program; (xii)
$177,999.00 for program administration, of which $20,000.00 shall be allocated to Housing
Opportunities Project for Excellence, Inc. (HOPE, Inc.)for U. S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development(HUD)-related fair housing services;and (2)allocate HOME funding to the following:
(i) $381,182.00 to tenant-based rental assistance; (ii) $76,236.00 to a Community Housing
Development Organization (CHDO); and (iii) $50,824.00 for program administration; and (3)
transmit to HUD a substantial amendment to the HUD FY 2021 Action Plan, reallocating
$112,269.35 of existing HOME American Rescue Plan funding (HOME-ARP) from Non-Profit
Capacity Building funds to Supportive Services, thereby increasing the total allocation for
Supportive Services to $508,578.95, of which $100,000.00 will be allocated to Legal Services of
Greater Miami, Inc. North Beach Housing Stability Project and $127,911.95 shall be designated
for use by eligible households at risk of homelessness; and (4) execute all applicable documents
related to the appropriation and allocation of these program funds; and (5) Submit the One-Year
Action Plan to HUD; and (6) make minor non-substantial changes to the One-Year Action Plan or
the resulting agreements (which do not alter the purpose, scope, approved budget, and/or intent
of the plans); and (7)extend the expiration dates of said agreements when necessary; and further
authorize the City Manager and City Clerk to execute agreements with sub-recipients of CDBG
and HOME program funds and City interdepartmental agreements.
PASSED and ADOPTED this ati day of J Ul y , 2024.
ATTEST:
"RdJUL 3 0 2024 Steven Meiner, Mayor
Rafael E. Granado, City Clerk
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MIAMI BEACH
COMMISSION MEMORANDUM
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Commission
FROM: Rickelle Williams, Interim City Manager
DATE: July 24, 2024
TITLE: A RESOLUTION OF THE MAYOR AND CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, ADOPTING THE ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2024 FOR FEDERAL FUNDS, WHICH INCLUDE THE BUDGETS
FOR THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT(CDBG) PROGRAM, IN
THE AMOUNT OF$889,998.00,AND THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS
(HOME) PROGRAM, IN THE AMOUNT OF$508,242.00;AND AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO: (1) ALLOCATE CDBG FUNDING TO THE FOLLOWING
PROGRAMS: (I)$14,000.00 TO UNIDAD OF MIAMI BEACH, INC. PROJECT LINK;
(II) $35,000.00 TO BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF MIAMI-DADE; (ILL) $21,638.00
TO AYUDA, INC. - HERE FOR YOU PROGRAM; (IV) $14,440.00 TO UNIDAD OF
MIAMI BEACH, INC. SENIOR RECREATION AND LANGUAGE PROGRAM; (V)
$25,200.00 TO FRIENDSHIP CIRCLE MIAMI BEACH AND NORTH DADE, INC.
SUNDAY CIRCLE PROGRAM; (VI) $15,000.00 TO CITY OF MIAMI BEACH
OFFICE OF COMMUNITY SERVICES GROCERY PROGRAM; (VII) $8,221.00 TO
BUDDY SYSTEM MIA, INC. FOOD DISTRIBUTION PROGRAM; (VIII) $50,000.00
FOR TENANT RELOCATION COSTS; (IX) $454,500.00 TO AN AFFORDABLE
HOUSING REHABILITATION PROJECT AND/OR ACQUISITION PROJECT; (X)
$50,000.00 TO HISPANIC BUSINESS INITIATIVE FUND INC. D/B/A PROSPERA
FOR SMALL BUSINESS ASSISTANCE (XI)$24,000.00 TO WEECARE, INC. D/B/A
UPWARDS FOR THE BOOST PROGRAM; AND (XII) $177,999.00 FOR
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION, OF WHICH $20,000.00 SHALL BE ALLOCATED
TO HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES PROJECT FOR EXCELLENCE, INC. (HOPE,
INC.) FOR U. S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
(HUD)-RELATED FAIR HOUSING SERVICES; AND (2) ALLOCATE HOME
FUNDING TO THE FOLLOWING (I) $381,182.00 TO TENANT-BASED RENTAL
ASSISTANCE; (II) $76,236.00 TO A COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT
ORGANIZATION (CHDO); AND (III) $50,824.00 FOR PROGRAM
ADMINISTRATION;AND (3)TRANSMIT TO HUD A SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT
TO THE HUD FY 2021 ACTION PLAN, REALLOCATING $112,269.35 OF
EXISTING HOME AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (HOME-ARP) FUNDING FROM
NON-PROFIT CAPACITY BUILDING FUNDS TO SUPPORTIVE SERVICES,
THEREBY INCREASING THE TOTAL ALLOCATION FOR SUPPORTIVE
SERVICES TO $508,578.95, OF WHICH $100,000.00 WILL BE ALLOCATED TO
LEGAL SERVICES OF GREATER MIAMI, INC. NORTH BEACH HOUSING
STABILITY PROJECT AND $127,911.95 WILL BE DESIGNATED FOR USE BY
ELIGIBLE HOUSEHOLDS AT RISK OF HOMELESSNESS;AND(4)EXECUTE ALL
APPLICABLE DOCUMENTS RELATED TO THE APPROPRIATION AND
ALLOCATION OF THESE PROGRAM FUNDS; AND (5) SUBMIT THE ONE-YEAR
ACTION PLAN TO THE HUD; AND (6) MAKE MINOR NON-SUBSTANTIAL
CHANGES TO THE ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN OR THE FIVE-YEAR
CONSOLIDATED PLAN, OR THE RESULTING AGREEMENTS (WHICH DO NOT
ALTER THE PURPOSE, SCOPE,APPROVED BUDGET AND/OR INTENT OF THE
PLANS); AND (7) EXTEND THE EXPIRATION DATES OF SAID AGREEMENTS
WHEN NECESSARY;AND FURTHER AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND
CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH SUB-RECIPIENTS OF CDBG
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AND HOME PROGRAM FUNDS AND CITY INTERDEPARTMENTAL
AGREEMENTS.
RECOMMENDATION
The Administration recommends adopting the Resolution.
BACKGROUND/HISTORY
The City of Miami Beach (the "City") is a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
designated entitlement city as determined by the decennial census information on population growth lag,
overcrowding, age of housing stock, and poverty.The City has been an entitlement city since 1975. As an
entitlement city, Miami Beach qualifies for an annual allocation of federal funding under HUD's grant
programs,including the HOME Investment Partnership(HOME)Program and the Community Development
Block Grant(CDBG)Program.
The Five-Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan (Plans) are a federal requirement for all HUD
entitlement communities. The Five-Year Consolidated Plan describes how the City intends to use HOME
and CDBG funds for the term of the Plan. The 2023-2027 Consolidated Plan was adopted on June 28,
2023, via Resolution No. 2023-32637. The Action Plan is a component of the Consolidated Plan and
provides a concise summary of the actions, activities,and programs that will take place during the program
year to address the priority needs and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan.
The 2024 Action Plan must be submitted to HUD by August 15,2024,using HUD's Integrated Disbursement
Information System (IDIS).
ANALYSIS
FY 2024 Request for Applications
On March 14, 2024, the Administration issued a Request for Applications (RFA)for CDBG, HOME, and
HOME-ARP funds,approved via Resolution No.2024-32948,with a submission deadline of April 15,2024.
A pre-submission meeting was held on March 27, 2024, to review the RFA with prospective applicants,
ensure clarification, and proactively address questions relating to the completion and submission of the
application.
CDBG FY 2024 Funds
Total HUD Entitlement $889,998.00
Less administrative allowance(20%) ($177,999.00)
Less public services allowance(15%) ($133,499.00)
Net available for project allocation $578;500.00
HOME FY 2024 Funds
Total HUD Entitlement $508,242.00
Less administrative allowance(10%) ($50,824.00)
Community Housing Development Organization Set-Aside(15%) ($76,236.00)
Net available for project allocation $381,182.00
HOME-ARP Unallocated Funds
Supportive Services Funds Available $115,643.00
Non-Profit Capacity Building Funding Available $112,269.35
Net available for project allocation $227,912.35
CDBG 2024 Funding
A maximum of 15 percent of the City's CDBG allocation, or$133,499.00, may fund public service activities.
Public service activities include meal programs, rent assistance, childcare programs, etc., for income-
eligible participants. Public service funds in the amount of $40,000 were appropriated for the Elderly
Grocery Program via Resolution 2024-32948. This program is administered by the Office of Housing and
Community Services and has been funded by CDBG since 2015 and leveraged with additional funding
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provided through the City's General Fund. The program assisted 104 elderly Miami Beach residents with
monthly grocery delivery services during the 2022/23 program year.
The City received eight (8) applications for public services. Below is a summary of the CDBG applications
received:
UN/DAD of Miami Beach, Inc. The program ensures that elderly residents are connected to needed
- Project Link services by providing appropriate information and referrals. Services
consist of needs assessments, information/referral to a network of human
services providers, and case management. The application aims to serve
200 beneficiaries and requests an increase in funding from $14,000 to '
$16,000 compared to the previous year.
Boys and Girls Club of The programs offer a safe, structured environment with evidence-based
Miami-Dade—Project Learn activities for children and youth from kindergarten through twelfth grade.
and Great Futures for Teens The activities include Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math
(STEM), literacy, homework assistance, music, arts & crafts, physical
fitness, intramural sports, family engagement, enrichment activities,
health education, mentoring and college readiness, employability skills,
and college visits for older teens. The funding request is for $35,000, the
same amount as the prior year.
Ayuda, Inc. - Here for You The program provides a homemaker and a counselor for the frail elderly.
Program The funding request of$43,636 is for the second year, aiming to increase
the hours of these services. This would enable weekly visits instead of bi-
weekly ones, allowing for more thorough cleaning of the clients'
apartments and more frequent companionship from the counselor. The
program supports twenty (20) elderly residents.
UN/DAD of Miami Beach, The program provides recreation and language services for North Beach
Inc. — Recreation and Senior Center seniors.This request is an increase in funding from$14,440
Language Services to $17,000 from the prior year. They propose to serve 125 participants.
Friendship Circle Miami The program provides social interaction and respite to participants with
Beach and North Dade, Inc. supervised and supported activities. The purpose is to help individuals
— Sunday Circle with disabilities gain independence and learn about friendship in the"real"
world. The program is open to any person with special needs in the Miami
Beach community, ages five and up. This is the second-year funding
request for$50,400 and proposes to serve 40 clients.
CMB Office of Housing and The program provides monthly grocery deliveries to elderly residents.
Community Services (OCS) - General Funds are leveraged to ensure 96 elderly resident households
Grocery Assistance Program receive pantry essentials and suitable nutritional support critical for a
positive quality of life. Public Services funds ($40,000)were set aside via
Resolution 2023-32497. However, there are $29,998 in unexpended
funds from the prior year, therefore only $15,000 of 2024 funds will be
allocated to the program.
Buddy System Mia, Inc. The program provides sustainable food access through a monthly walk-
up food distribution and a Community Fridge in North Beach. These
programs are designed to promote food security, food access, proper
nutrition, and improved health quality among people with low-to-moderate
incomes. This is a first-time funding request for$80,000.
Hispanic Business Initiative The project will provide technical assistance to small businesses
Fund, Inc. DBA Prospera throughout the City of Miami Beach. PROSPERA will perform the
following: 8 educational seminars, counsel 20 small business owners and
entrepreneurs in a one-on-one manner on business start-up, planning,
expansion, and readiness to access micro loans and provide
advancement services for 6 small businesses. This is a first-time funding
request for$50,000.
WeeCare, Inc. (DBA Upwards' BOOST Program offers personalized business support and
Upwards) essential technical assistance to in-home daycare providers, helping them
serve children from birth to age five and provide before and after school
care up to age thirteen. Over 12 months, BOOST delivers individual
coaching, digital tools, and best practices for stabilizing revenue,
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controlling costs, and maintaining high-quality care, thus enhancing
economic opportunities and operational efficiency. The program,
prioritizing low- to moderate-income neighborhoods in North Beach, will
be delivered remotely to 3 home-based childcare providers across Miami
Beach. This is a first-time funding request for$24,000.
There is $118,499.00 available for FY 2024 public services, while applications for these services total
$315,636.00. The Administration proposes to fund repeat applications at the same levels as the previous
year, as these are established projects with consistent expenditure of funds. Two of the applications will be
funded under the CDBG economic development category,which does not count towards the public services
cap. The remaining public services funds will partially fund the new application from Buddy System Mia,
Inc. for their food distribution initiative located in North Beach.
For the new rental property acquired, the Administration must adhere to the Uniform Relocation Assistance
and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act (URA) requirements. The URA provides protections and
assistance for current tenants affected by federally funded property acquisitions, ensuring they are treated
fairly and receive relocation assistance. CDBG funds ($50,000) are being set aside to cover these costs.
The Administration recommends deferring $454,500.00 in CDBG funds for future award to a shovel-ready
project addressing housing affordability. The Administration will thoroughly analyze alternative projects to
spend the CDBG funds quickly and ensure compliance with CDBG timeliness expenditure requirements.
Below are the recommendations for the CDBG Program:
Proposed Requested Requested
Funding Funding Funding
Public Services 15% Cap $133,499.00
UNIDAD of Miami Beach $14,000.00 88% $16,000.00
Boys & Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade $35,000.00 100% $35,000.00
AYUDA, Inc $21,638.00 50% $43,636.00
UNIDAD Senior Recreation and Language Programming $14,440.00 85% $17,000.00
Friendship Circle $25,200.00 50% $50,400.00
OCS Grocery Program $15,000.00
Buddy System $8,221.00 10% $80,000.00
Economic Development
Hispanic Business Initiative Fund Inc. DBA Prospera $50,000.00 100% $50,000.00
WeeCare, Inc. (DBA Upwards) $24,000.00 100% $24,000.00
Affordable Housing
URA (relocation costs) $50,000.00
To be determined $454,500.00
Planning and Administration(20%Cap) $177,999.00
In addition to the funding recommendations above, the Administration will contract Housing Opportunities
Project for Excellence, Inc. (HOPE, Inc.) to provide HUD-mandated fair housing services for $20,000.
HOPE, Inc. would continue providing housing education workshops to residents and participate in outreach
events citywide. Program administration funds will fund this mandated service. Although not currently
funded by the City, HOPE, Inc. also investigates allegations of Fair Housing Act violations for residents who
believe they are victims of discrimination.
HOME 2024 Funding
No applications were received for HOME funds during the RFA process. The Administration recommends
allocating HOME funds to implement a Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Program. The assistance
is tenant-based, meaning it follows the tenant rather than being tied to a specific rental unit. To qualify,
households must have an income that does not exceed 80% of the area median income (AMI). The
assistance covers a portion of the rent,with the tenant paying the remaining amount based on their income.
In some cases, the program may also cover security deposits, utility deposits, and utility payments.
The HOME Program rules require each entitlement community to reserve a minimum of 15% of its annual
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allocation for activities undertaken by qualified Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDO).
A CHDO is a private nonprofit, community-based service organization that has identified the development
of affordable housing as its primary mission and can develop affordable housing. In addition, a CHDO must
meet certain requirements pertaining to its legal status, organizational structure, capacity, and experience.
Below are the recommendations for the HOME Program:
Proposed Funding
Affordable Housing
Tenant-Based Rental Assistance $381,182.00
CHDO Set-Aside(15%)
Community Housing Development Organization Set-Aside $76,236.00
HOME-ARP Funding
One a..lication was received for HOME-ARP fundin• for this RFA.
Legal Services of Greater The North Beach Housing Stability Project will assist individuals and
Miami, Inc. households who are homeless, at risk of homelessness, and other
vulnerable populations, by providing direct legal services to remove
barriers that interfere with a qualifying individual or family's ability to obtain
and retain housing in the City of Miami Beach,with a focus on North Beach
(zip code 33141).
Project services include outreach and education activities, offsite client
intake, provision of legal advice and counseling, case preparation, and
representation at judicial,administrative, and appellate hearings and trials.
Legal assistance will be provided for cases regarding eviction diversion
and defense; denials and reductions of veterans and public benefit claims;
tax issues; consumer rights issues; as well as assistance with obtaining
identification documents and other legal matters. The legal assistance
provided is aimed at resolving the legal problem that presents a barrier for
the client to obtain permanent housing or will likely result in the client losing
their existing permanent housing.
The City has funded two projects administered by Legal Services: Tenant Defense, and North Beach
Homeless Prevention Project. Both agreements will expire on September 30, 2024.
Below are the recommendations for the HOME-ARP Program:
Proposed Funding
Supportive Services
Legal Services of Greater Miami $100,000.00
Substantial Amendment to FY 2021 Action Plan
From time to time, it may be necessary for the City to process a "substantial amendment"to the Five-Year
Consolidated Plan and the One-Year Action Plan to allow for the funding of new activities, modification of
existing activities, or other program administrative actions. The City is required by HUD [24 CFR 91.505
(b)] to identify the criteria to be used in determining if a proposed action will be considered a "substantial
amendment" as follows:
1. A change in allocation priorities or a change in the method of distributing funds;
2. Funding an activity using funds from any program covered by the One-Year Action Plan
(including program income) not previously described in the One-Year Action Plan; or
3. A change in the purpose, scope, location, or beneficiaries of an activity.
Any proposed amendment considered a substantial amendment requires approval by the City Commission.
Furthermore, in accordance with Citizen Participation requirements, a thirty (30)-day public notice and
public hearing is required to provide the opportunity for the public to review and comment on the proposed
substantial amendment. The City will consider all comments or views received from the public concerning
proposed substantial amendments in accordance with HUD [24 CFR 91.105 (c)(3)]. A summary of these
comments shall be attached to the substantial amendment submitted to HUD.
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A substantial amendment to the 2021 Action Plan was approved on January 20, 2022, via Resolution 2022-
31979.The amendment included the allocation plan for HOME-ARP funding.The Administration now seeks
to move funds allocated to Non-Profit Capacity Building to Supportive Services, given the lack of
applications received for the former.
Use of HOME-ARP Funding Funding Amount %of Grant
Program Administration $336,808.05 15%
Rental Housing (acquisition, construction and rehabilitation) $1,400,000 62%
Supportive Services $386 399-60 $508,578.95 48%23%
Non-Profit Capacity Building $112,269.35 12 5%0%
TOTAL $2,245,387.00 100%
After accounting for previously funded supportive services projects, a balance of$127,912.35 remains. The
Administration recommends using these funds for eligible HOME-ARP financial assistance to support
households at risk of homelessness, as defined in 24 CFR 91.5. Costs can include security deposits, utility
deposits and payments, moving costs, first and last months' rent, payment of rental arrears (up to six
months).
Citizen Participation
In accordance with the Citizen Participation Plan, the City advertised a notice of public hearing and 30-day
comment period (May 13, 2024 — June 11, 2024) for community development needs. The public hearing
was held on May 28, 2024, at the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee meeting. The Committee made
a motion to support the Administration's recommendations for the allocations in accordance with the FY
2024 Action Plan.
Additionally, the City advertised a Notice of a 30-day public comment period and public hearing (June 17,
2024 — July 16, 2024) for the draft Action Plan and substantial amendment. The public hearing was held
on July 10, 2024.
Public comments received will be included in the submission of the Action Plan to HUD for final review and
approval.
FISCAL IMPACT STATEMENT
All expenditures are tied to federal CDBG, HOME and HOME-ARP funds and will not impact the
general fund.
FINANCIAL INFORMATION
HOME $508,242.00
CDBG: $889,998.00
HOME-ARP: $227,912.35.00
CONCLUSION
The Administration recommends that the Mayor and City Commission approve the attached
resolution adopting the One-Year Action Plan for FY 2024, and substantial amendment to the
2021 Action Plan, in substantial form, to allow the City to draw down entitlement funds to assist
income-eligible persons with services and housing and ensure the timely and compliant
expenditure of HUD funds.
Applicable Area
Citywide
Is this a "Residents Right to Know" item, Is this item related to a G.O. Bond
pursuant to City Code Section 2-17? Project?
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No No
Was this Agenda Item initially requested by a lobbyist which, as defined in Code Sec. 2-481,
includes a principal engaged in lobbying? No
If so, specify the name of lobbyist(s) and principal(s):
Department
Housing and Community Services
Sponsor(s)
Co-sponsor(s)
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AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
1 _Project Marne Public Services
Target Area North Beach, South Beach, North Beach CRA
Goals Supported Public Service-General Services Programs
Needs Addressed Increase Capacity of Public Services
Funding CDBG: $133,499
Description Delivery of vital public services for low-to moderate-income
households throughout the City of Miami Beach.
Target Date 10/1/2025
Estimate the number and Approximately S21 children,youth, elderly and families will benefit
type of families that will from the proposed activities.
benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description Public services will be provided throughout the city.
Planned Activities Delivery of vital public services for low- to moderate-income
households throughout the City of Miami Beach. The following
activities have been identified for the 2024 Program Year
UNIDAD of Miami Beach - ProjectLink - CDBG funds will be used to
offset administrative costs by providing salary support for staff who
provide referral services to elderly residents.
AYUDA, Inc.-Here for You Program - CDBG funds will be used to
offset administrative costs by providing salary support for staff who
provide in home services for elderly residents.
Boys&Girls Clubs of Miami-Dade-Project Learn-CDBG funds will be
used to offset administrative costs by providing salary support for
staff who provide afterschool and summer camp programming.
UNIDAD of Miami Beach-Senior Recreation and Language Services-
CDBG funds will be used to offset administrative costs by providing
salary support for staff who provide recreation and language
services for seni3rs in the North Beach Senior Center.
Friendship Circle -Sunday Circle Program -CDBG funds will be used
to offset administrative costs by providing salary support for staff
who provide social interaction and respite services.
Office of Community Services-Grocery Program- CDBG funds will be
used to provide monthly grocery deliveries to elderly residents.
Buddy System MIA -The program provides monthly walk-up North
Beach food distribution.
Target Area North Beach, South Beach, North Beach CRA
Goals Supported Housing Affordability-TBRA
Needs Addressed Housing Affordability
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Funding HOME: $381,182
Description
Target Date 9/23/2025
Estimate the number and 21
type of families that will
benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description The assistance will be available citywide.
Planned Activities HOME Tenant-Based Rental Assistance(TBRA)funds will be used for
monthly rental assistance. The amount of rental assistance is
determined using a rental calculation after determining the client's
income.
3 Pimied Nam ink -Soak issinesa Assistant
Target Area North Beach, South Beach, North Beach CRA
Goals Supported Economic Development-Job Training
Needs Addressed Economic Development
Funding CDBG: $74,000
Description Small business assistance will be provided to Miami Beach
Businesses.
Target Date 9/30/2025
Estimate the number and
type of families that will
benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description
Planned Activities Prospera -- The project will provide technical assistance to small
businesses throughout the City of Miami Beach.
Upwards' Boost Program -- Offers personalized business support
and essential technical assistance to in-home daycare providers,
helping them serve children from birth to age five and provide
before and after school care up to age thirteen.
4 Project Name _ ,Ailidtirendly Hoed*
Target Area North Beach, South Beach, North Beach CRA
Goals Supported Housing Affordability-Acquisition & Rental Rehab
Needs Addressed Housing Affordability
Funding CDBG: $504,500
Description Expand access and improve quality of multifamily rental housing for
low- to moderate-income residents through multifamily housing
acquisition, rehabilitation and new construction projects.
Target Date 9/30/2025
Estimate the number and Approximately four households will benefit from the activities.
type of families that will
benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description
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Planned Activities CDBG funds will be used for costs associated with the Uniform
Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act
(URA) and to acquire and/or rehabilitate a property for rental use.
5 Project Name General Program Planning and Administration
Target Area North Beach, South Beach, North Beach CRA
Goals Supported Planning &Administration
Needs Addressed Planning and Administration
Funding CDBG: $177,999
HOME: $50,284
Description General Program Administration and Planning for the CDBG and
HOME program including fair housing services.
Target Date 9/30/2025
Estimate the number and 1
type of families that will
benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description 1701 Meridian Ave. Suite 400, Miami Beach, FL 33139
Planned Activities General Program Planning and Administration for the CDBG and
HOME program.
6 't e . _
Target Area North Beach, South Beach, North Beach CRA
Goals Supported Housing Affordability-Acquisition& Rental Rehab
Needs Addressed Housing Affordability
Funding HOME: $76,236
Description Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Set-Aside
for housing rehabilitation, new construction,or acquisition.
Target Date 10/1/2025
Estimate the number and The City estimates 1 project.
type of families that will
benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description North Beach,South Beach, North Beach CRA
Manned Activities Community Housing Development Organization Set-Aside for
housing rehabilitation, new construction, or acquisition.
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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
The City of Miami Beach receives entitlement program funds directly from HUD and assistance will be
provided in low-income census tracts throughout -.he City and directly to low and moderate-income
residents through its public service programs.
Geographic Distribution
Offunds
NORTH BEACH AREA 50
SOUTH BEACH 50
North Beach CRA
Table 8-Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
The City of Miami Beach covers just over 15 square miles, and the highest areas of poverty are
concentrated in the North and South Beach area.TheCity relies on widely accepted data such as American
Community Survey, HUD's low- and moderate-income summary data, and Federal Financial Institutions
Examinations Council's (FFIEC) data to determine areas throughout the community with concentrations
of low and moderate-income communities. Program resources are allocated citywide based on low-mod
areas which often coincide with areas of minority concentration.
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Affordable Housing
AP-55 Affordable Housing—91.220(g)
Introduction
During the next Action Plan period, the City will address the needs of homeless, non-homeless, and
special-needs households. The City will acquire and/or rehabilitate a property to be used for affordable
housing units. The city will continue to leverage grant funds for the homeowner rehabilitation program
and the first-time homebuyer's program. The City will provide TBRA and continue to partner with local
organizations to provide emergency rental assistance to income-eligible applicants at risk of
homelessness.
On Yur Gook for 1 /MOW et Iteurahaids tube Sited
Homeless 0
Non-Homeless 21
Special-Needs 0
Total 21
Table 9-One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
Oars Year Snakier the tlum arof thauealuddi Supported Vireo&
Rental Assistance 21
The Production of New Units 0
Rehab of Existing Units 0
Acquisition of Existing Units 0
Total 21
Table 10-One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
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AP-60 Public Housing— 91.220(h)
Introduction
The City will continue to support the efforts of the Housing Authority of the City of Miami Beach(HACMB)
to address the needs of public housing residents by offering down-payment assistance programs to
eligible public housing residents. The HACMB operates as a U.S. HUD-designated High Performer and
currently administers 3,642 vouchers from the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher and the HUD-VASH
Programs and manages 200 public housing units. The HUD-VASH program operated by the HACMB has
emerged as the most prominent and largest in South Florida. As part of this growing effort to serve
veterans in the community,the HACMB has implemented a HUD-VASH program under an agreement with
the Key West/Monroe County Housing Authority. The HACMB also operates a Family Self Sufficiency(FSS)
Program, including the Section 8 Homeownership component through which FSS participants have
become first-time homeowners.
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing
The HACMB's 2023 PH Action Plan notes that they conduct a Capital Fund Program for the Rebecca Towers
South complex for facility improvements and operations.
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and
participate in homeownership
HACMB provides multiple outlets for public housing residents to be involved. Public housing residents
(each adult family member)must contribute eight hours per month of community service and participate
in an economic self-sufficiency program. With the economic self-sufficiency program in place, MHA
encourages its residents to participate in activities promoting economic stability that could lead to
homeownership.
if the PHA is designated as troubled,describe the manner in which financial assistance will be
provided or other assistance
According to HUD's Public Housing Agency Score(PHAS),the HACMB scored a 94 and is designated a high
performer and is not considered by HUD to be troubled or poorly performing.
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AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities—91.220(i)
Introduction
This section describes the one-year goals and activities for the City of Miami Beach in assessing and serving
the needs for homeless persons and special needs populations. The City's homeless strategy
collaboratively addresses the essential needs for homeless and other special needs populations.The goal
is to invest in activities that lead people experiencing homelessness to permanent housing as quickly as
possible while offering a variety of intervention options that provide options to address the different
needs. Such interventions include rapid rehousing, permanent supportive housing, immediate access to
low-barrier emergency shelter;intensive service-focused recovery housing programs;transitional housing
options for special needs populations(especially households fleeing domestic violence,youth and youth
adults, and people with substance use issues); diversion programs.The City of Miami Beach collaborates
with the Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust and its Continuum of Care providers to strengthen the
homeless governance structure and ensure services are provided to these populations.
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:
The City's Homeless Outreach Services Team (HOST) continually engages persons experiencing
homelessness where they are sleeping, resting, and panhandling.The team is trained to engage people
from an assessment-driven approach that is sensitive to mental illness and addiction issues.The outreach
team conducts missions during daytime hours as well as responding to online service requests via the
city's eGov application.During the next year,the Citywill continue to embark on unified outreach missions
in collaboration with other City departments (including Police, Fire, Parks & Recreation, Facilities
Management, Environment and Sustainability,Code Compliance, Public Works,and Sanitation)to ensure
persons experiencing homelessness or may need assistance are provided essential resources.
The city's municipal walk-in center is located at 77117 Street. It is a fixed place where people wanting
help can access professional,courteous support to leave the street behind. HOST services include:
• Emergency shelter(men,women,and children)with Care Coordination services tailored to each
client's individual strengths and needs.The city contracts with 4 shelter providers to ensure that
the most appropriate placement is made for each person.
• Care Coordination services.
• Application assistance for all entitlements including disability and SNAP benefits.
• Identification documentation replacement(including birth certificates,government-issued ID,
work permits and driver's license).
• Job placement and on-site temporary employment.
• Family reunification/relocation services(providing relocation to any location in the contiguous
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U.S. where someone is willing and able to provide shelter and support).
• Mental health screening and services.
• Coordination of voluntary treatment services for mental health and co-occurring disorders.
• Rapid re-housing services including rental assistance and security deposit.
• Referrals to legal service agencies
• Homeless Veteran services
• Transportation to day treatment services including showers and hot meals
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
The City will continue to support organizations that address the emergency shelter and transitional
housing needs of persons experiencing homelessness to establish a more robust social service system.
The Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust serves as the lead agency for Miami-Dade County's Homeless
Continuum of Care (CoC), responsible for the oversight, planning and operations of the entire CoC.Since
emergency shelters in the community do not take walk-ins,the Miami-Dade County Homeless County CoC
operates a Homeless Helpline to identify persons experiencing homelessness.Persons seeking emergency
shelter, treatment services, and transitional housing needs in the City are served by the following
organizations:
Camillus House for Single Males and Single Females
• Miami Rescue Mission for Single Males
•The Salvation Army for Single Males,Single Females, Families w/Children
• The Sundari Foundation,dba Lotus House fa Single Females and Children
• New Hope C.O.R.P.S.,treatment services forSingle Males
Homeless Trust also houses homeless or formerly homeless persons and in 2023 was selected to receive
a $21 million HUD CoC grant to help reduce that number through significantly enhanced street outreach
and get chronically homeless individuals housed.Shelter and homeless services include food assistance,
shower services and mail services for unsheltered homeless persons.
•
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
The City will continue to support the Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust in reducing the amount of time
that individuals and families(chronically homeless,families with children,veterans and their families,and
unaccompanied youth) experience homelessness. The Miami-Dade Homeless Continuum of Care
implements a Housing First model that works to connect people as quickly as possible to permanent
housing and the care and support they need to stabilize and improve their quality of life. The primary
goals are to help people obtain permanent housing as quickly as possible, increase their self-sufficiency,
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and remain stably housed.
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 main need is to link people with available housing opportunities as quickly as possible and support
them in accessing subsidies and increasing their income to help them sustain their housing long-term.The
City's Outreach teams coordinate with hospitals,courts,and other institutions to coordinate and plan the
discharge of persons experiencing homelessness. Additionally, the Miami Date Homeless Trust also
collaborates closely with a number of organizations which offer primary care, behavioral health, career,
and other services for persons experiencing homelessness, which includes the Jackson Health Systems,
Camillus Health Concern,Community Health of Sout, Florida,and Veterans Affairs Administration.
During the next year,the City will continue to:
• Improve coordination between mental health, physical health, and criminal justice systems to
identify people at risk of homelessness and link them with supports to prevent them from
becoming literally homeless after discharge.
• Work with the local and state Department of Children Services and support them in their effort
to expand services for youth existing foster care.
• Assist in the identification of available prevention programs and development of a gaps analysis
that allows us to create a homeless prevention plan in the coming years.
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AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing—91.220(j)
Introduction:
Market data and stakeholder input both suggest a tight housing market in the City,with low vacancy rates
and increasing housing costs.While the market depends largely on the private sector to provide housing,
there are roles the City and others can play through policy and regulation that may encourage greater
private investment in new housing development in the City.
Several aspects of the City's zoning code could potentially have a negative effect on housing development.
For example, the City may want to consider adopting means to allow more flexibility in density and
affordable housing development by carving out additional residential zoning districts or subdistricts that
allow for a greater mix of housing types, lower minimum lot sizes, and higher multifamily density, and
other alternatives such as relaxing the infill residential development standards, providing for cluster
developments, density blending, and transfer of development rights in appropriate locations. Permitting
or incentivizing conversion of single-family dwellings in high opportunity intown neighborhoods to two-
family,3-family,or multifamily dwellings on large lots also is a strategic way to address the need for more
density and inflll development in established neighborhoods.
Moreover,the City's land use regulations could go beyond just meeting the minimum FHA standards and
affirmatively further and incentivize the development of affordable housing with inclusionary zoning
policies. These zoning tools could potentially allow for more supply of housing, which helps put
downward pressure on rental and sale prices,so that moderate and low-income families have access to
those neighborhoods and all the congruent benefits that come with higher opportunity areas such as
access to jobs, better schools, access to transportation, and access to`cultural amenities and public
accommodations.
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
The City's Analysis of Impediment noted multiple factors,including governmental policies and actions to
expand affordable housing options in exclusive neighoorhoods by exploring inclusionary zoning strategies.
Other factors also included providing fair housing training at housing related workshops, to City's
governing body and to all employees. Support and fund pre- and post-purchase counseling and down
payment and closing cost assistance mechanisms for residents. Support and monitor the Housing
Authority of the City of Miami Beach's on-going effort to comply with Section 504 requirements to
significantly increase the quality and quantity of accessible housing units throughout the jurisdiction. The
City will also continue to educate residents through first-time homebuyer workshops on the identification
of predatory lending practices and where to receive assistance if victimized by predatory lending
practices.
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AP-85 Other Actions—91.220(k)
Introduction:
This section details the City's actions planned to ensure safe and affordable housing for its residents,along
with plans to meet underserved needs, reduce poverty, develop institutional structure, and enhance
coordination between public and private sector housing and community development agencies.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
The City will work with its community partners to assist low-and moderate-income residents in meeting
underserved needs consisting of employment services, childcare, health services, substance abuse
counseling and treatment, education programs, services for senior citizens, services for people
experiencing homelessness,and fair housing training.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City will continue to foster and maintain the current affordable housing stock by utilizing CDBG,HOME
and/or SHIP funds for owner-occupied rehabilitation and first-time homebuyer programs. The City will
also expand its efforts to actively pursue other funding mechanism and partnerships for the development
of affordable housing to leverage limited public dollars.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The City will continue to implement countermeasures to minimize exposure of lead-based paint hazards
found in existing housing built prior to 1978 through the City administered housing program.The City will
provide all rehab clients and potential clients with the "Lead-Based Paint" pamphlet that describes
hazards of lead-based paint. Pursuant to 24 CFR Part 35, all rental and homeowner dwelling units that
wish to receive federal assistance and were built prior to 1978 are tested for lead-based paint. (These
tests consist of visual inspections, lead screens, and full assessments. Additionally, when properties test
positive for LPB hazards, interim controls are performed,and LBP clearances are provided.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families
There are a variety of actions the City undertakes throughout the year in an effort to reduce the number
of poverty-level families and increase self-sufficiency.The programs funded through CDBG and/or HOME
to address this goal includes youth programs, senio-assistance programs, and emergency services (i.e.,
rent, mortgage, and utility assistance programs. The City's anti-poverty strategy focuses on helping all
low-income households improve their economic status and remain above poverty levels.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
City staff works throughout the year to increase institutional structure, both within the City and
throughout our partner agencies.This is accomplished through providing technical assistance on federal
grant management requirements, such as growing their knowledge of Davis-Bacon requirements,
financial management and other grant management procedures. Staff maintains contact with partner
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agencies throughout the year,offering referrals for funding and training opportunities where appropriate.
During the next Consolidated Plan period,the City's Office of Housing&Community Services will continue
to assist nonprofit/social service providers,the Housing Authority of the City of Miami Beach,and various
other community-based organizations to provide training and technical assistance to subrecipients. The
City will also work to streamline the procurement process and ensure HOME funds are set aside for
development of affordable housing.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The City is heavily invested in collaborations throughout the community and has successfully paired with
multiple service providers to achieve its goals of providing affordable, safe, and decent housing. This
collaboration has allowed the City, public agencies, and service providers of the Miami Beach Service
Partnership to better serve the needs of underserved residents.The City will also continue to further its
initiative to leverage funding to increase opportunities for low-and moderate-income residents to receive
necessary services and have access to affordable housing options.
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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements—91.220(1)(1,2,4)
Introduction:
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects
Table.The following chart identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects
to be carried out.The City does not have any program income.
Community Development Block Grant Program(CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(I)(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. 0.00%
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 will not utilize other forms of investmert beyond those identified in Section 92.205.
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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 of Miami Beach, as the PJ, will ensure:hat all funded capital projects and homeownership
projects are compliant with federal,state,and local guidelines. HOME funds can be utilized for:
• Acquisition
• Acquisition/rehabilitation
• New Construction
All homebuyer activities must meet the HOME sales price/value limits and will be subject to the
program terms of agreement.All beneficiaries must meet income guidelines,and all other applicable
regulations.All multi-family housing projects will also be subject to all program terms, as delineated
in the program agreement.The City will secure the funding for homeownership activities via:
• Mortgage Agreement
• Restrictive Covenant
• Promissory Note
• Warranty Deed (for Multi-family housing projects)
These documents will stipulate program compliance requirements for the duration of the affordability
period unless otherwise noted. The City will monitor compliance with all applicable regulations
annually.Any violations of the stipulated terms of agreement will result in a default of the agreement.
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:
Resale
The resale provision is enforced through the Jse of a Restrictive Covenant, which specifies the
following:
• The length of the affordability period (of 15 years, unless otherwise noted)
• That the home remains in the Buyer's principal residence throughout the affordability period;and
• The conditions and obligations of the owner if there is a resale prior to the end of the affordability
period.
The City will administer its resale provisions by ensuring the City receives a fair return on their
investment.
Recapture
Under HOME recapture provisions, financial assisted must be repaid if it is provided directly to the
homeowner or non-profit organization.Recaptured funds will go be advertised through an Action Plan
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and will go through Commission to be reallocated to another eligible activity.
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:
The City does not anticipate refinancing any existing debt with its HOME funds during this
Consolidated Plan period.
5. If applicable to a planned HOME TBRA activity,a description of the preference for persons with special
needs or disabilities. (See 24 CFR 92.209(c)(2)(i) and CFR 91.220(I)(2)(vii)).
The program will not implement any preferences.
6. If applicable to a planned HOME TBRA activity, a description of how the preference for a specific
category of individuals with disabilities (e.g. persons with HIV/AIDS or chronic mental illness) will
narrow the gap in benefits and the preference is needed to narrow the gap in benefits and services
received by such persons. (See 24 CFR 92.209(c)(2)(ii)and 91.220(I)(2)(vii)).
The program will not implement any preferences.
7. If applicable, a description of any preference or limitation for rental housing projects. (See 24 CFR
92.253(d)(3) and CFR 91.220(I)(2)(vii)). Note: Preferences cannot be administered in a manner that
limits the opportunities of persons on any basis prohibited by the laws listed under 24 CFR 5.105(a).
The program will not implement any preferences.
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HOME-ARP Allocation Plan Template
Guidance
• To receive its HOME-ARP allocation, a PJ must:
o Engage in consultation with at least the required organizations;
o Provide for public participation including a 15-day public comment period and
one public hearing, at a minimum; and,
o Develop a plan that meets the requirements in the HOME-ARP Notice.
• To submit: a PJ must upload a Microsoft Word or PDF version of the plan in IDIS as an
attachment next to the"HOME-ARP allocation plan"option on either the AD-26 screen(for
PJs whose FY 2021 annual action plan is a Year 2-5 annual action plan) or the AD-25
screen(for PJs whose FY 2021 annual action plan is a Year 1 annual action plan that is
part of the 2021 consolidated plan).
• PJs must also submit an SF-424, SF-424B,and SF-424D, and the following certifications
as an attachment on either the AD-26 or AD-25 screen, as applicable:
o Affirmatively Further Fair Housing;
o Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act and
Anti-displacement and Relocation Assistance Plan;
o Anti-Lobbying;
o Authority of Jurisdiction;
o Section 3;and,
o HOME-ARP specific certification.
Participating Jurisdiction: City of Miami Beach Date: 1/20/2022
Substantial Amendment
A substantial amendment is being made to the 2021 Action Plan to amend the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. This
amendment reallocates $112,269.35 from Non-Profit Capacity Building to Supportive Services. The updated
budget can be found on page 9, and details of the Citizen Participation process are provided on page 3.
Consultation
Before developing its plan,a PJ must consult with the CoC(s)serving the jurisdiction's geographic
area,homeless and domestic violence service providers,veterans' groups,public housing agencies
(PHAs),public agencies that address the needs of the qualifying populations, and public or private
organizations that address fair housing, civil rights, and the needs of persons with disabilities, at a
minimum. State PJs are not required to consult with every PHA or CoC within the state's boundaries;
however,local PJs must consult with all PHAs (including statewide or regional PHAs)and CoCs
serving the jurisdiction.
Summarize the consultation process:
The City held various meetings with service providers in the Continuum of Care, to determine the
current service needs in the community and the approximate funding required. The City also held a
meeting with the Housing Authority of the City of Miami Beach to discuss the service gaps in voucher
programs and subsidized housing programs.
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List the organizations consulted, and summarize the feedback received from these entities.
Agency/Org Type of Method of Feedback
Consulted Agency/Org Consultation
Homeless Trust Continuum of Virtual Meeting- The Homeless Trust informed the
Care 10/18/2021 City of their pending housing projects
for those that are homeless and at-risk
of homelessness.
Legal Services of Legal Services Virtual Meeting Legal Services of Greater Miami
Greater Miami 10/27/2021 provided a proposal for supporting
services to address the service gaps
for households at-risk of
homelessness.
Miami Beach Non-profit Virtual Meeting Miami Beach Community
Community housing 10/28/2021 Development Corporation provided a
Development provider request for funding to preserve the
Corporation agency's capacity as a housing
provider for populations at-risk of
homelessness.
Lotus House Service Virtual Meeting The Lotus House expressed interest
Shelter Provider for 01/12/2022 in submitting a proposal for funds.
Victims of The organization provided
Domestic information on the need for services
Violence for the victims of domestic violence
and homeless women and children.
Housing Public Housing Virtual Meeting The organization is interested in
Authority of Authority 10/28/2021 submitting an application for
City of Miami acquisition and rehabilitation of
Beach housing for low-income residents.A
needs analysis was also provided to
explain the current funding gaps.
Agency Name. Type of Method of Feedback.
Agency/Org. Consultation.
Agency Name. Type of Method of Feedback.
Agency/Org. Consultation.
Agency Name. Type of Method of Feedback.
Agency/Org. Consultation.
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Public Participation
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PJs must provide for and encourage citizen participation in the development of the HOME-ARP
allocation plan. Before submission of the plan, PJs must provide residents with reasonable
notice and an opportunity to comment on the proposed HOME-ARP allocation plan of no less
than 15 calendar days. The PJ must follow its adopted requirements for"reasonable notice and
an opportunity to comment" for plan amendments in its current citizen participation plan. In
addition, PJs must hold at least one public hearing during the development of the HOME-ARP
allocation plan and prior to submission.
For the purposes of HOME-ARP, PJs are required to make the following information available
to the public:
• The amount of HOME-ARP the PJ will receive,
• The range of activities the PJ may undertake.
Describe the public participation process, including information about and the dates of the
public comment period and public hearing(s) held during the development of the plan:
• Public comment period:start date- 11/8/2021 end date— 12/8/2021
• Public hearing: 11/16/2021
The City did not receive public comments regarding the allocation of HOME-ARP funds.
A public comment period for the substatnial amendment was open from June 24, 2024 to July 23, 2024,
with a public hearing held on July 10, 2024.
Describe any efforts to broaden public participation:
The public hearing was held on November 16 during the Affordable Housing Advisory
Committee meeting,which is advertised by the Office of the City Clerk. The public hearing
was also advertised in the Miami Herald and the City's website.
A PJ must consider any comments or views of residents received in writing, or orally at a public
hearing, when preparing the HOME-ARP allocation plan.
Summarize the comments and recommendations received through the public participation
process:
The City did not receive comments or recommendations throughout the public participation
process.
Summarize any comments or recommendations not accepted and state the reasons why:
Not applicable.
Needs Assessment and Gaps Analysis
PJs must evaluate the size and demographic composition of qualifying populations within its
boundaries and assess the unmet needs of those populations. In addition, a PJ must identify any
gaps within its current shelter and housing inventory as well as the service delivery system. A PJ
should use current data, including point in time count, housing inventory count, or other data
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available through CoCs,and consultations with service providers to quantify the individuals and
families in the qualifying populations and their need for additional housing, shelter, or services.
The PJ may use the optional tables provided below and/or attach additional data tables to this
template.
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OPTIONAL Homeless Needs Inventory and Gap Analysis Table
Homeless
Current Inventory Homeless Population Gap Analysis
Family Adults Only Vets Family Adult Family Adults Only
HH H Vic
#of #of #of #of #of least(lt (w/o Vets of D #of #of #of #of
Beds Units Beds Units Beds child) child Beds Units Beds Units
Emergency 47 # 47 tt #
Shelter
Transitional 0 # 22 # #
Housin:
Permanent
Supportive 0 # 48 # #
Housin
Other Permanent # # # #
Housin:
Sheltered
Homeless # # # #
Unsheltered # 183 # #
Homeless
Current Gap # # # #
Suggested Data Sources: 1.Point in Time Count(PIT);2.Continuum of Care Housing Inventory Count(HIC);3.Consultation
OPTIONAL Housing Needs Inventory and Gap Analysis Table
Non-Homeless
Current Inventory Level of Need Gap Analysis
#of Units #of Households #of Households
Total Rental Units 2,047
Rental Units Affordable to HH at 30% 76
AMI(At-Risk of Homelessness)
Rental Units Affordable to HH at 50% :18
AMI(Other Populations)
0%-30%AMI Renter HH w/1 or more
severe housing problems 4,454
(At-Risk of Homelessness)
30%-50%AMI Renter HH w/1 or more
severe housing problems 4,120
(Other Populations)
Current Gaps 6,333
Suggested Data Sources: 1.American Community Survey(ACS);2.Comprehensive Housing Affordability
Strategy(CHAS)
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Describe the size and demographic composition of qualifying populations within the PJ's
boundaries:
The City's overall population is 90,108. According to the Shimberg Center for Housing Studies,
9.5% of the population are renters that are considered severely cost-burdened. The City's overall
vision of providing neighborhoods with affordable, safe and decent housing continues to be the
long-term goal that requires a diverse collaboration with local CHDOs, community partners,
foundations and others.
Barriers that continue to inhibit our ability to complete our long-term goals include:
• Limited funding and the high cost of real estate values in the City of Miami Beach;
• The average sales price for a single-family home was $3,769,336 in 2020. The median
sales price that year was $1,769,250, compared to a median sales price of $402,000 in
Miami-Dade County (Produced by Florica REALTORS® with data provided by Florida's
multiple listing services), The median sales price for condominiums in 2020 was$329,000,
compared to $264,000 in Miami-Dade County (Produced by Florida REALTORS® with
data provided by Florida's multiple listing services.);
• Limited long-term, community-based residential options with supportive services for those
who need help with daily living activities, housekeeping, self-care, social services and
other assistance;
• An absence of community development partners and CHDOs with the capacity to develop
affordable housing in the City within defined timeframes;
• Inability of program recipients to acquire gap funding from additional financial sources for
construction and rehabilitation projects; and
• Limited number of properties with multiple bedrooms to serve larger families.
Based on the limitations listed above, the access:o affordable units continues to become
increasingly challenging.
Describe the unmet housing and service needs of qualifying populations, including but not
limited to:
• Sheltered and unsheltered homeless populations;
• Those currently housed populations at risk of homelessness;
• Other families requiring services or housing assistance or to prevent homelessness;
and,
• Those at greatest risk of housing instability or in unstable housing situations:
The City has calculated that renter 6,333 households are cost-burdened and at-risk of
homelessness. In 2020 and 2021, there was a considerable loss of affordable units throughout the
City, forcing residents to relocate outside of City limits. There are an estimated 3,073 Housing
Choice Vouchers available throughout the City, however, only 2,566 are being utilized. Voucher
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recipients are experiencing great difficulties locating units within the voucher's price range and
are forced to look outside of city limits.
The 2021 Miami-Dade County Community Homeless Plan, prioritizes Seniors and persons
identified by the CDC at high risk of death during a pandemic for permanent housing, in addition
to persons fleeing domestic violence; human and sex trafficking; youth, families and veterans.
The City met with the Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust, which expressed a need for the
additional funding needed for the construction of a shelter for elderly in Miami. Although the
proposed activity is not within the PJ's geographic boundaries,the City continues to work with the
Miami-Dade County Homeless Trust to fund additional programming for homeless persons in
Miami Beach.
The City met with four (4) additional agencies that provide services to at-risk of homelessness nd
homeless to obtain information on the current service gaps in the community.
Lotus House-This agency shelters over 1,550 women,youth and children annually. While the City
is currently collaborating by obtaining shelter beds for women and children, and victims of
domestic violence, additional services are needed.
Legal Services of Greater Miami- This agency provides services to low-income persons and
homeless persons throughout Miami-Dade County. From March 13, 2020 to September 30, 2021
the Miami-Dade County Clerk of Courts filed 1,061 evictions for Miami Beach households.
Between November 1,2020-October 31,2021,Legal Services was unable to fully serve 122 Miami
Beach residents. The City recognizes the service gap and intends to increase the availability of
services to households at-risk of homelessness.
Miami Beach Community Development Corporation- The non-profit housing agency provides
housing to 323 low-income households. The agency is experiencing deficits in their financial
capacity to operate and they've expressed their need for additional funding to the City and various
municipalities.
Housing Authority of City of Miami Beach-The Housing Authority of City of Miami Beach seeks
to increase the availability of affordable housing for low-income Miami Beach households and
those households at-risk of homelessness.
Subsequent to the consultation process,the City issued a Request for Proposals to various agencies
for HOME, CDBG and HOME-ARP funds. The notice of the Release of the RFP was sent to a
listsery of 46 members, published on the website and disseminated to the Miami-Dade Eviction
Task Force.
Identify and consider the current resources available to assist qualifying populations,
including congregate and non-congregate shelter units,supportive services, TBRA, and
affordable and permanent supportive rental housing:
Currently,the City provides funding for the following service activities:
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Congregate Shelter Units: 47 beds contracted through various shelter providers
Supportive Services: CDBG currently funds public services for elderly and households at-risk of
homelessness
TBRA: CDBG and General funds for a maximum six months for rent/mortgage and utility
assistance
Affordable and Permanent Supportive Rental Housing: FY 21 HOME and CDBG funds have
been allocated to affordable housing capital projects and homeowner assistance.
Identify any gaps within the current shelter and housing inventory as well as the service
delivery system:
Currently, there is only one zero-bedroom apartment available for fair market rent. The City is
continuously trying to assess resources to fund the rehabilitation or development of affordable
housing.
Identify the characteristics of housing associated with instability and an increased risk of
homelessness if the PJ will include such conditions in its definition of"other populations"as
established in the HOME ARP Notice:
The following characteristics of housing associated with instability, as defined in Section
IV.A.4.2.ii.G. of the Notice,will be utilized when assisting"other populations":
(ii)has annual income that is less than or equal to 50%of the area median income, as determined by
HUD,AND meets one of the following conditions from paragraph (iii)of the"At risk of homelessness"
definition established at 24 CFR 91.5:(A)Has moved because of economic reasons two or more times
during the 60 days immediately preceding the application for homelessness prevention assistance; (B) Is
living in the home of another because of economic hardship; (C) Has been notified in writing that their
right to occupy their current housing or living situation will be terminated within 21 days after the date
of application for assistance.
Identify priority needs for qualifying populations:
Elderly and disabled.
Explain how the level of need and gaps in its shelter and housing inventory and service
delivery systems based on the data presented in the plan were determined:
Various service agencies within the Continuum of Care provided data.
HOME-ARP Activities
Describe the method for soliciting applications for funding and/or selecting developers, service
providers, subrecipients and/or contractors and whether the PJ will administer eligible
activities directly:
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The City will be issuing a Request for Proposal on January 24, 2022 to receive solicitations from
providers.
If any portion of the PJ's HOME ARP administrative funds were provided to a subrecipient or
contractor prior to HUD's acceptance of the HOME ARP allocation plan because the
subrecipient or contractor is responsible for the administration of the PJ's entire HOME ARP
grant, identify the subrecipient or contractor and describe its role and responsibilities in
administering all of the PJ's HOME ARP program:
Not applicable.
PJs must indicate the amount of HOME-ARP funding that is planned for each eligible HOME-
ARP activity type and demonstrate that any planned funding for nonprofit organization operating
assistance, nonprofit capacity building, and administrative costs is within HOME-ARP limits.
The following table may be used to meet this requirement.
Use of HOME-ARP Funding
Funding Amount Percent of the Statutory
Grant Limit
Supportive Services $396,,30040$508,578.95
Acquisition and Development of Non- $0
Congregate Shelters
Tenant Based Rental Assistance(TBRA) $0
Development of Affordable Rental Housing $ 1,400,000
Non-Profit Operating $0 #% 5%
Non-Profit Capacity Building $ 112,269.35 i9 0 4% 5%
Administration and Planning $336,808.05 15 % 15%
Total HOME ARP Allocation $2,245,387.00
Additional narrative, if applicable:
Enter narrative response here.
Describe how the characteristics of the shelter and housing inventory,service delivery system,
and the needs identified in the gap analysis provided a rationale for the plan to fund eligible
activities:
Although the development of affordable rental housing is the greatest need in the community,the
City also recognizes that service providers are struggling with capacity building and service
delivery to qualifying populations. Therefore,the City is proposing the allocation mentioned
above to supportive services . The service categories will be
finalized once the City reviews all solicitations and proposals to determine the most viable
methods of expending funds.
HOME-ARP Production Housing Goals
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Estimate the number of affordable rental housing units for qualifying populations that the PJ
will produce or support with its HOME ARP allocation:
The City estimates that 20 affordable housing units will be acquired and/or preserved.
Describe the specific affordable rental housing production goal that the PJ hopes to achieve
and describe how it will address the PJ's priority needs:
The City hopes to continue allocate all available resources to the creation,retention and
development of affordable housing for qualifying populations.
Preferences
Identify whether the PJ intends to give preference to one or more qualifying populations or a
subpopulation within one or more qualifying populations for any eligible activity or project:
• Preferences cannot violate any applicable fair housing, civil rights,and nondiscrimination
requirements, including but not limited to those requirements listed in 24 CFR 5.105(a).
• PJs are not required to describe specific projects to which the preferences will apply.
Enter narrative response here.
If a preference was identified, explain how the rse of a preference or method of prioritization
will address the unmet need or gap in benefits and services received by individuals and
families in the qualifying population or category of qualifying population, consistent with the
PJ's needs assessment and gap analysis:
Not applicable.
If a preference was identified, describe how the PJ will use HOME-ARP funds to address the
unmet needs or gaps in benefits and services of the other qualifying populations that are not
included in the preference:
Not applicable.
HOME-ARP Refinancing Guidelines
If the PJ intends to use HOME-ARP funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily
rental housing that is being rehabilitated with HOME-ARP funds, the PJ must state its HOME-
ARP refinancing guidelines in accordance with 24 CFR 92.206(b). The guidelines must describe
the conditions under with the PJ will refinance existing debt for a HOME-ARP rental project,
including:
• Establish a minimum level of rehabilitation per unit or a required ratio between
rehabilitation and refinancing to demonstrate that rehabilitation of HOME-ARP rental
housing is the primary eligible activity
The City does not plan to use HOME-ARP funds to refinance existing debt.
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• Require a review of management practices to demonstrate that disinvestment in the
property has not occurred;that the long-term needs of the project can be met; and that
the feasibility of serving qualified populations for the minimum compliance period can
be demonstrated
• State whether the new investment is being made to maintain current affordable units,
create additional affordable units, or both.
The City seeks proposals to acquire, construct or rehabilitate existing affordable housing
units.
• Specify the required compliance period,whether it is the minimum 15 years or longer.
The required compliance period will be 30 years for rental housing.
• State that HOME ARP funds cannot be used to refinance multifamily loans made or
insured by any federal program, including CDBG.
HOME-ARP funds cannot be used to refinance multifamily loans. This has been
stipulated in the Program Policies and Procedures.
• Other requirements in the PJ's guidelines, if applicable:
Enter narrative response here.
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