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HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 65-1988 RESOLUTION NO. 65-88 CITYiCOUNCIL, CITY OF SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, STATE OF CALIFORNIA A RESOLUTION APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF THE STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES AND PROJECTED USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1988-89 WHEREAS, in order to secure Community Development Block Grant Funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development it is necessary to submit a Statementiof Objectives and Projected Use of Community Development Block Grant Funds forlFiscal Year 1988-89, attached as Exhibit "A"; and WHEREAS, the City also has complied a Community Development Plan for the 1988-91 Program Years, attached as Exhibit "B"; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of South San Francisco hereby approves the Statement of Objectives and Projected Use of CommunitylDevelopment Block Grant Funds for Fiscal Year 1988-89, and the Community Development Plan for the 1988-91 Program Years, and that the City Manager iS authorized to submit the Statement of Objectives and Projected Use of Funds to the Department of Housing and Urban Development, along with any additional information required and to execute all documents necessary to secure,community Development Block Grant funds for the City of South San Francisco, BE ITiFURTHER RESOLVED that the funding levels for the programs specifically identified in the Statement of Objectives and Projected Use of Community Development Block Grant Funds for Fiscal Year 1988-89 are hereby approved. I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was regularly introduced and adopted by the City Council of the City of South San Francisco at a regular meeting held on the 25th day of May , 1988, by the folloWing vote: AYES: ~ Councilmembers Mark N. Addiego, Gus Nicolopulos, Roberta Cerri Teqlia NOES: None ABSTAIN: None ABSENT: COuncilmember Richard A. Haffey City Clerk ~/~ RESOLUTION NO. 65-88 EXHIBIT "A" CITY OF SOUTR SAN FRANCISCO STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES AND PROJECTED USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1988-89 II. STATEMENT OF OBJECTIVES The City of South San Francisco enters into its fourth year as an Entitlement Community in the Federal Community Development Block Grant Program with $458,000 in new entitlement funds available for Fiscal Year 1988-89. In addition, $35,835 in program income from the 1987-88 fiscal year~ will be available for 1988-89 programs, bringing the totail amount of funds available for 1988-89 to $493,835. The !City of South San Francisco Community Development Block Granit Plan for 1988-89 contains five basic objectives· The projects contained in this Proposed Statement address all of thesie objectives as follows: Address housing needs of targeted groups of residents· 2. Equal opportunity for housing· Ensure improved living environment in residential and commercial neighborhoods. Ensure adequacy of social services to low and moderate-income persons. 5. Maintain and improve public facilities. The!following section outlines the projects proposed to be implemented with 1988-89 funds· All projects meet the national objective of benefiting low and moderate income persons. All proposed activities address at least one of the ~City's objectives· PRO~RCTED USE OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 1988-89. Senior Day Care - $27,400 - Citywide - Objective #4 Funds will be used to subsidize the costs of providing day care services to lower-income senior citizens. The Senior Day'Care Program, operated by the City, provides social, educational, and recreational activities for frail or chronically impaired seniors· Neighborhood Services Center - $15,000 - Citywide - ObjeCtive #4 The North Peninsula Neighborhood Services Center will rece}ive funds for the provision of social services, including emergency financial assistance, emergency food and lodgi~ng, crisis intervention, and employment and housing services. Friends to Parents - $9,000 - Citywide - Objective #4 Thes{e funds will be used for the provision of day care services to infants at the childcare center operated by Frieinds to Parents. Center for Independence of the Disabled (Social Services) - $2,0{00 - Citywide - Objective #4 Thesie funds will be used for social services for disabled pers{ons, including counseling, the development of independent living skills, and homecare/respite assistance. Projiect REACH - $10,000 - Citywide - Objective #4 Thisi project will provide for recreational services to disabled children. Downtown Commercial Rehabilitation - $200,000 - Downtown Target Area - Objective #3 This~ program will provide funds for rehabilitation of commercial buildings in the downtown area. Downitown Street Improvements - $100,000 - Downtown Target Area - Objective #3 and #5 This{ project will provide for rehabilitation of the City's downtown alleys, including repaving and related impriovements. Housiing Rehabilitation/Development - $54,135 - Downtown Target Area and Citywide - Objective #1 & #3 Thisi project will continue the City's housing rehabilitation program, and enable the City to utilize not only CDBG funds, but ifunds from the BUD Rental Rehabilitation Program and Section 312 Program, in its rehabilitation efforts. Primary consideration for rehabilitation assistance will be given to residents of the City's Downtown Target Area, with secondary consideration going to residents of other areas of the City. In addition to rehabilitation, the City will explore the development of ownership housing for low and moderate-income families in the target area. SeniOr Rome Repair Pro~ram - $10,000 - Citywide - Objective #1 This~project will fund a minor home repair service for seni'Ors. Specific services include plumbing, electrical, painting, carpentry, roof repairs, and masonry work. Fees willl be charged on a sliding scale dependent upon the income of the client. Center for Independence of the Disabled (Rousin~ AcceSsibility Modifications) - $5,000 - Citywide - ObjeCtive #1 Thisi project will provide housing accessibility modifications (grab bars, railings, ramps, etc.) in the homes of handicapped persons. Operation Sentinel (Fair Housin~ Services) - $6,000 - CityWide - Objective #1 & #2 These funds will be utilized to provide fair housing information and mediation services to residents of South San Franicisco, investigate complaints of housing discrimination of all types, and provide fair housing education services to landlords and tenants. Pro~Fam Management - $50,000 Thesie funds will be utilized for consulting services in the overall operation and management of the CDBG program, including the monitoring of subgrantees, for the Federally- required program audit, and for miscellaneous office expe~nses in connection with the administration of the program. Publiic Services Contingency - $5,300 Thes{e funds will be reserved for possible additional public serviices activities. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM SUMMARY OF 1988-89 BUDGET Public Services (Maximum Allowable Amount: $68,700) Senior Daiy Care Neighborhood Services Center Friends tlo Parents Center for Independence of the Disabled (Social Siervices) Project REACH Public Seirvices Contingency Publlic Services Sub-Total Downtown Commlercial Rehabilitation Downtown Streiet Improvements (Alleys) Housing Rehabilitation/Development Senior Home Riepair Center for Inidependence of the Disabled (Housing Acceissibility Modifications) Operation Sentinel (Fair Housing Services) Program Manag!ement Total RESOURCES: Entitlemeint Grant Program Iincome from 1987-88: HouSing Rehabilitation Program Total 27,400 15,000 9,000 2,000 10,000 5,300 68,700 200,000 100,000 54,135 10,000 5,000 6,000 50,000 $493,835 $458,000 35,835 $493,835 9:CDBG.88 EXHIBIT "B" COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM THREE yEAR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR 1988-91 PROGRAM YEARS The following plan describes the City of South San Francisco's major community development and housing needs and objectives for 1988-91 program years. I. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND HOUSING NEEDS A. Neighborhood Revitalization Needs The~major neighborhood needs include the rehabilitation of existing housing stock, the provision of recreational facilities, the~revitalization of commercial and multiple family structures, the~need for upgraded public facilities, and the provision of affordable housing. These needs are most apparent in the downtown area (Census Tracts 6021 and 6022). B. Community-wide Housing Needs The major community-wide housing needs include the need to expand the~production of iow and moderately priced owner and rental housing units to meet the projected demand as a result of new employment centers in the area. There is a need for more affordable mortgage financing for moderate income households, and a d~mand for additional housing throughout the community. Also, there is a need for rehabilitation and minor home repairs on units scattered throughout the City. C. Ecogomic Development Needs To become more competitive with adjacent commercial centers, the downtown commercial area is in need of the rehabilitation of deteriorated buildings. It is also in need of upgrading of fac}lities including street improvements and parking lot expansion. The older industrial area east of the Bayshore Freeway, which has been subject to the closure of large manufacturing operations, is in need of continued redevelopment. D o Soc}al Service Needs Thel continued delivery of social services to low and moderate income persons (particularly for low-income families with chijdren, the handicapped, and senior citizens) needs to be ensured in light of funding cutbacks from various sources. II. LONG-TERM OBJECTIVES Ao Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Upgrade the enti~'e infrastructure of South San Francisco downtown area. Also, various residential structures in this area should be rehabilitated or new construction provided. Adequate facilities for seniors and neighborhood youth should be provided. A viable dowmtown shopping area providing a wide range of products at competitive prices is also an ultimate objective of the Grand Avemue shopping district. B. Community-wide Housing Strategy Continue the Housing Rehabilitation Program for owner-occupied single-family homes, and the Rental Rehabilitation Program for properties which are rented to ]ow and moderate-income tenants. Utilize other rehabilitation resources (such as HUD Section 312 Program) as appropriate. Provide shelter to needy residents through a shared housing program. Utilize tax increment funds from redevelopment projects for the development of iow and moderate-income housing. Ensure access to available housing for all residents by promoting a fair housing program· Continue to enforce the Uniform Building and Uniform Housing Codes throughout all areas of the community. C. Economic Development Strategy Further the objectives of the Downtown Revitalization Program, through the implementation of a Downtown/Central Redevelopment Project. Continue the Downtown commercial rehabilitation program, which is intended to correct code violations, provide a new visual image for the downtown, and encourage private investment and more retail sales. Improve streets in the area. Continue the Gateway Redevelopment Project and implement the Shearwater Redevelopment Project. Social Services Strategy EnsUre the continuation of existing social services to needy low- income persons and families, handicapped persons, and senior citizens. III. SHORT-TERM OBJECTIVES A. Neighborhood Revitalization Strate_~_gfK Rehabilitate approximately 5-10 single-family homes and 10-20 rental units for low-income families in the Downtown Target Area each year. Explore development possibilities for affordable housing for low and moderate-income homeowners, and provide financial assistance for such development to the extent feasible. o Coral 1. o Improve deteriorated streets and alleys. ~unity-wide Housing Strategy Identify areas where there are concentrations of housing in need of rehabilitation, and provide rehabilitation assistance to interested homeowners. Provide shared housing arrangements for approximately 30-50 individuals per year. Provide fair housing counseling services to approximately 50 households and investigate approximately 10-15 discrimination complaints per year. Provide community-wide publicity regarding fair housing. o Perform approximately 80 minor home repairs per year for low- income senior citizens. Install approximately 25 housing accessibility modifications per year for handicapped persons. C. Economic Development Strategy Accomplish the following with respect to the Downtown Revitalization Area: Perform financial and environmental studies leading to adoption of Downtown/Central Redevelopment Plan by early 1989. b o Perform public facilities needs inventory in Downtown/Central Redevelopment Area. Provide needed improvements to public facilities, including improvements to streets and alleyways and expansion of parking facilities. d. Continue the commercial rehabilitation project. o Continue the Gateway Redevelopment Project. Implement the Shearwater Redevelopment Project. Sociial Services Strategy 1. ! Assist in the provision of social services (including ~ emergency financial assistance, emergency food and lodging, crisis intervention, and employment and housing services) to approximately 500 low and moderate-income residents per year. Assist in the provision of infant childcare services to 30-40 South San Francisco residents per year. o Assist in the provision of social services to approximately 45 handicapped residents per year (including counseling, the development of independent living skills, and homecare assistance). Assist in the provision of senior day care services to approximately 30 senior citizens per year. Assist in the provision of recreational services to disabled children. Assist in the provision of services aimed at the prevention of juvenile delinquency.