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CC Resolution No. 1552 38 RESOLUTION NO. 1552 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO MAKE APPLICATION TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT FOR THE 2002-2003 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS; DESIGNATING AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE;AUTHORIZING THE REPRESENTATIVE TO ACCEPT OR AFFIRM ANY GRANT AWARD THAT MAY RESULT THEREFROM;AND PROVIDING FOR THE EFFECTIVE DATE THEREOF. ************************************************************************************************* WHEREAS,the 2002-2003 Community Development Block Grant Funds are sources of federal revenue that are made available to local Community Development Programs for use in reconstructing streets and drainage facilities, the rehabilitation of owner occupied homes and providing transportation; and WHEREAS,the Baytown Community Development Program(the"Program")is eligible for such funds and desires to apply for a grant; and WHEREAS, the Community Development Advisory Committee and City Administration have made recommendations as to the amounts and types of funds for which the local Program should apply, such recommendation being known as the Community Development Block Grant Final Statement of Objectives and Projected Use of Funds, attached as Exhibit"A" and being made a part hereof for all intents and purposes; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BAYTOWN, TEXAS: Section 1: The City Council hereby approves the Community Development Block Grant Final Statement of Objectives and Projected Use of Funds and authorizes the Program to make application to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development for 2002-2003 Community Development Block Grant Funds as described in Exhibit "A." Section 2: That the City Manager is hereby designated as the authorized representative for all purposes under the grant. Section 3: That the City Manager of the City of Baytown is hereby authorized to accept or affirm any grant award that may result from the above application. Section 4: This resolution shall take effect immediately from and after its passage by the City Council of the City of Baytown, Texas. INTRODUCED, READ, and PASSED by the affirmative vote of the City Council of the City of Baytown, this the 11`h day of July, 2002. PETE C. ALFARO, Mayor L GXRY 11. SMITH, City Clerk APPROVED AS TO FORM: 4W4"in2�w_ ACIO RAMIREZ, S9Jity Attorney F:\Jeanene\My Documents\Council\01-02Uuly\AdoptCDBGBudget02-03.doc CITY OF BAYTOWN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FINAL STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES AND PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS ACTION PLAN FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1,2002 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30,2003 2001-02 COACJSTAFF BUDGET PROPOSAL Program Administration Program administrative costs include salary and related benefits for a full-time $160,486 $160,149 CDBG Planner,a full-time CDBG Secretary,and 50%of a Grant Accountant. Other administrative costs are oKoe supplies,equipment rental/maintenance, association dues,and training and education. Scope of work:Supervise and monitor the CDBG programs in accordance with HUD regulations. Housing Rehabilitation The housing rehabilitation/reconstruction program costs include salary and $339,077 $298,044 related benefits for a full-time Housing Rehabilitation Specialist. Other program costs are office supplies,office equipment,association dues, housing rehab costs,lead testing,and education and training. Scope of work: Rehabilitate/reconstruet eight(8)structures at an average cost of$22,500 each. Demolition of Structures The demolition of structures program costs include salary and related benefits $206,475 $160,000 for the Urban Rehabilitation Specialist.Other costs are training,demolition work,and asbestos abatement in accordance with federal and state regulations. Scope of work: Demolish at least 33 residential and commercial dilapidated structures at an average cost of$2,SW each. Homebuyers'Assistance Program Thehomebuyers'assistance program costs include salary and related benefits $170A67 $176,916 for the Housing Planner.Other costs include actual dosing costs for eligible homebuyers,credit counseling and home buying training for all interested citizens. Scope of work: Closing cost assistance for the purchase of at least 25 homes at a cost of$4,500 each;6 English-language and 3 Spanish-language homebuying workshops at a cost of$500 each. Sidewalk and Curb Replacement Program Funds to be used for City of Baytown Public Works crew to replace $268,164 $193ASS sidewalks and curbs throughout CDBG target areas and construct handicap ramps wherever possible. Vacant Lot and Alleyway Clearance The program provides interim assistance to clear vacant lots and alleyways $71,120 $75,000 of heavy overgrown conditions in the CDBG target areas to prevent further deterioration of the area. Funds also provide landfill and disposal fees. Code Enforcement Program Funds will provide salaries and related costs for two(2)code enforcement $97,096 $100,000 officers to work in CDBG target areas enforcing care of premises and abandoned vehicle ordinances. G/fg1t111 A CITY OF BAYTOWN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FINAL STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES AND PROJECTED USE OF FUNDS ACTION PLAN FISCAL YEAR OCTOBER 1,2002 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30,2003 2001-02 CDAC/STAFF BUDGET PROPOSAL Literacy Programs-Sterling Municipal Library Individual and small group tutoring for all functionally illiterate low income adults $41,671 $65,143 including those for whom English is a second language. Families Learning Together literacy program serves families for whom $37,813 $28,457 English is a second language. Senior/Disabled Citizens Taxi Program The taxi program will provide up to$6 towards four(4)one-way rides a $66,266 $50,000 month to eligible low-income senior and disabled citizens within the city limits. Additional services are provided by the Baytown Para-Transit Program. Basic Home Improvement Program provides up to$5,000 to at least fifteen(15)low/moderate $51,550 $T7,400 homeowners for repairs that will bring a system(s)into code compliance. Our Promise for West Baytown Funds for staff and operating costs to provide and coordinate 120 hours $6,000 $16,000 per week for youth tutoring and other community resources. Duke Hill Park-Phase I&11 Funds to be used for the construction phase including a parking area,trails, $196,000 playground,picnic facilities,lighting,and new backstop. Bay Area Rehabilitation Center Funds to be used in Phase 1 to construct a nature trail and handicapped $50,000 accessible playground. Upon completion,it will be open to the public. Tejas Park Funds to complete planning and design work in preparation of major rehab. $12,000 Goose Creek Park Funds to replace playground equipment and add trail connections to the $66,532 Goose Creek Stream project. Our Promise for West Baytown Funds to purchase land in preparation for the Promise Center construction. $35,000 Baytown Senior Center Funds to assist in purchasing a handicap bus to transport seniors. $10,000 Main Street Coordinator Salaries and related expenses for a Main Street Coordinator responsible $63,651 for identifying resources for downtown revitalization and inclusion in the Texas Main Street Program. TOTAL OPERATING BUDGET $1,730,074 $1,586,759 Entitlement Allocation $1,126,000 $1,089,000 Prior Year Entitlement Re-allocation $671,514 $462,769 Prior Year Program Income $32,560 5 000 TOTAL AVAILABLE $1,730,074 $1,586,769