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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.
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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
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GXRY 11. SMITH, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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ACIO RAMIREZ, S9Jity Attorney
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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.
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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