Amendments to 2007, 2008 CDBG Action PlansCITY OF AAERIDIAN
CITY COUNCIL
PUBLIC HEARING SIGN-UP SHEET
DATE April 21, 2009 ITEM # 6-A
PROJECT NUMBER
PROJECT NAME Amdmt to 2007/2008 CDBG Action Plan
Page 1 of 1
Jaycee Holman
From: Matthew Ellsworth
Sent: Monday, April 06, 2009 11:19 AM
To: Tammy de Weerd; Charles Rountree
Cc: Jaycee Holman; Tara Green; C. Caleb Hood
Subject: Agenda Request
Mayor De Weerd and Councilman Rountree,
I know that you typically don't hold public hearings on 3~d Tuesday's, but in order to (1) address required public
involvement steps that are identified in the CDBG Consolidated Plan and (2) allow the CDBG projects discussed
over the last few weeks to move forward, will Council's schedule allow you to open the hearings for amendments
to the 2007 and 2008 Action Plans on April 21? Public hearings/comment periods must remain open for at least
30 days before amending the plans and initiating these projects. Can staff continue forward with noticing, etc.?
Thanks,
Matt Ellsworth
Associate City Planner
Meridian Planning Department
33 E. Broadway Ave.
Meridian, ID 83642
208.884.5533
4/17/2009
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
Regarding Meridian's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
On or around January 15, 2009, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) accepted the City of Meridian's 2008 Action Plan for the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. In anticipation of additional funding for
PY2008 that the City inay receive through the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act
of 2009, the City added an additional project to its funding allocation priorities for PY08.
The project will install playground equipment and other amenities in Centennial Park,
located at 237 E. Idaho, Meridian.
A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON THE SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT
ON APRIL 21, 2009, AT 7:00 P.M., IN MERIDIAN CITY COUNCIL
CHAMBERS: MERIDIAN CITY HALL, 33 E. BROADWAY, MERIDIAN,
IDAHO. Copies of the PY08 plan incorporating the substantial amendment, are
available at the Meridian City Clerk's Office, 33 E. Broadway; Meridian Public Library,
1326 W. Cherry Lane; Meridian Senior Center, 133 W. Broadway Avenue; and on the
City's website, http://www.meridiancity.org. All citizens are invited to review the plans
and provide written or oral comments at the public hearing. Meridian City Hall is a
handicapped accessible facility. Individuals requiring accommodation of physical, sight,
or hearing impairments or language interpretation to review the plans or participate in the
public hearing, please contact the City Clerk at (208) 888-4433.
A PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT
WILL BE HELD FROM APRIL 21, 2009 THROUGH MAY 21, 2009. During this
period, all comments should be addressed to Associate City Planner, Matt Ellsworth, who
maybe contacted by mail: City of Meridian, Planning Department, 33 E. Broadway,
Meridian, ID 83642; by phone: (208) 884-5533 (Dial 711 for TTY); by fax: (208) 888-
6854; or by e-mail: mellsworth@meridiancity.org.
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
Regarding Meridian's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
On or around January 15, 2008, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) accepted the City of Meridian's 2007 Action Plan for the Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. One of the designated projects for 2007
came in under budget creating excess funds. In order to re-distribute these funds to
appropriate projects, the City has made a substantial change in its funding allocation
priorities for PY07, including: 1) allocating $50,000.00 to the design of Five Mile Creek
Pathway, Segment H.1, for future construction and 2) allocating $24,000 for public service
projects to be administered by subrecipient service providers.
A PUBLIC HEARING WILL BE HELD ON THE SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT
ON APRIL 21, 2009, AT 7:00 P.M., IN MERIDIAN CITY COUNCIL
CHAMBERS: MERIDIAN CITY HALL, 33 E. BROADWAY, MERIDIAN,
IDAHO. Copies of the PY07 plans incorporating the substantial amendment, are
available at the Meridian City Clerk's Office, 33 E. Broadway; Meridian Public Library,
1326 W. Cherry Lane; Meridian Senior Center, 133 W. Broadway Avenue; and on the
City's website, http://www.meridiancity.org. All citizens are invited to review the plans
and provide written or oral comments at the public hearing. Meridian City Hall is a
handicapped accessible facility. Individuals requiring accommodation of physical, sight,
or hearing impairments or language interpretation to review the plans or participate in the
public hearing, please contact the City Clerk at (208) 888-4433.
A PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD ON THE SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT
WILL BE HELD FROM APRIL 21, 2009 THROUGH MAY 21, 2009. During this
period, all comments should be addressed to Associate City Planner, Matt Ellsworth, who
maybe contacted by mail: City of Meridian, Planning Department, 33 E. Broadway,
Meridian, ID 83642; by phone: (208) 884-5533 (Dial 711 for TTY); by fax: (208) 888-
6854; or by e-mail: mellsworth@meridiancity.org.
U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
OMB Approval No. 2506-O1
(Exp. 8/31/2008
STAFF REPORT Hearing Date: Apri121, 2009
TO: Mayor and City Council E IDIAN:--
FROM: Matt Ellsworth, Associate City Planner
(208) 884-5533
SUBJECT: 2007 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan Amendment,
Public Comment Period
1. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST
The 2007 Action Plan allocated just over $110,000 towards the demolition of a blighted and
substandard property within the Meridian Urban Renewal Area. The total cost of the demolition
was $30,000.00, leaving a balance of unspent funds in the amount of $80,000.00. In accordance
with our citizen participation plan, which was approved with the CDBG Consolidated Plan, we
are required to have a public comment period to obtain input when additional projects are added
to the CDBG program. We are proposing to amend the 2007 Action Plan to add two new
projects to expend residual grant funds.
2. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends opening the public hearing comment period commencing April 21, 2009 with
an anticipated closure of the public hearing and comment period on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at
the regularly scheduled City Council Meeting.
3. SUMMARY OF SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT
A. Staff proposes amending the 2007 Action Plan to add two new projects. The projects are:
1. Allocate $45,000.00 to the design of Five Mile Creek Pathway, Segment H.1, for future
construction through aLow-Moderate Income area within the City as identified in Exhibit A.
2. Allocate $20,000.00 for ADA upgrades to the Meridian Community Center.
3. Allocate $20,000.00 to Public Service projects to be administered by subrecipient service
providers. Intended/possible providers include CATCH, Valley Shepherd (backpacks for
kids), and Meridian Food Bank. Levels of funding to any or all of these groups will depend
on need, urgency, and availability of funds.
A copy of the full report can be found online at
http://www.meridiancitv.or~~/plannin~~ zoning/community development/index.asp .
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4. PROCESS FACTS
A. Published public notice April 6, 2009 in the Valley Times and April 8, 2009 in the Idaho Statesman.
5. EXHIBITS
A. Map -Five Mile Pathway, Segment H.1
B. Tables of New Projects
U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
EXHIBIT A
N Legend
Five Mile Segment H.1
Waterways Five Mile Segment H. l
major
minor
OMB Approval No. 2506-01
(Exp. 8/31/2008
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U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
EXHIBIT B.1
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
Jurisdiction's Name:
Priority Need:
Project Title
City of Meridian, Idaho
Public Facility
Five Mile Creek Pathway, Segment H.1 Design
OMB Approval No. 2506-O1
(Esp. 8/3l/2008
Description
The City will allocate $45,000.00 to the design of Five Mile Creek Pathway, Segment H.1, for
future construction through aLow-Moderate Income area within the City. This project will provide
(1) a new recreational opportunity for residents in this area, and (2) a safe, convenient, non-
motorized link to Downtown Meridian, via Pine Avenue to the south, and to the many businesses,
employment opportunities, and services along Fairview Avenue to the north. Services located on
Fairview near this pathway include the Idaho Department of Motor Vehicles (1769 N. Lakes Ave.
Ste 100), Living Balance Counseling (1910 North Lakes Avenue), Hastings Books (1769 N. Lakes
Avenue) and more.
Objective category: ®Suitable Living Environment ^ Decent Housing ^ Economic
Opportunity
Outcome category: ®Availability/Accessibility ^ Affordability ^ Sustainability
Location/Target Area
Census Tract 010321, Block Group 2 (46.1 % LMI).
Objective Number Project ID
SL3.3
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
5 24 CFR § 570.201(c)
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Recipient LMC
Start Date Completion Date
06/01 /2009 12/01 /2009
Performance Indicator Annual Units
# of families served Block Grou Po ulation
Local ID Units Upon Completion
1
Funding Sources:
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
Total Formula
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing
PHA
Other Funding
Total
$45,000
$45,000
...................................................................
$45,000
...................................................................
The primary purpose of the project is to help: ^ the Homeless ^ Persons with H1V/AIDS ^ Persons with Disabilities ^ Public
Housing Needs
U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
EXHIBIT B.2
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
Jurisdiction's Name:
Priority Need:
Project Title
City of Meridian, Idaho
Public Facility
Meridian Community Center, ADA Upgrades
OMB Approval No. 2506-O1
(Exp. 8/31/2008
Description
The City will allocate $20,000.00 to bring the Meridian Community Center into compliance with
the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). This project will ensure that the facility is accessible to
all residents and visitors.
Objective category: ®Suitable Living Environment ^ Decent Housing ^ Economic
Opportunity
Outcome category: ®Availability/Accessibility ^ Affordability ^ Sustainability
Location/Target Area
201 E. Idaho Avenue; Meridian, ID 83642
Objective Number Project ID
SL3.3
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
5 24 CFR § 570.202(b)(11)
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Recipient LMC
Start Date Completion Date
06/01 /2009 10/01 /2009
Performance Indicator Annual Units
# of families served Cit ide
Local ID Units Upon Completion
1
Funding Sources:
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
Total Formula
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing
PHA
Other Funding
Total
$20,000
...................................................................
$20,000
...................................................................
$20,000
The primary purpose of the project is to help: ^ the Homeless ^ Persons with HIV/AIDS ^ Persons with Disabilities ^ Public
Housing Needs
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U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
EXHIBIT B.3
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
Jurisdiction's Name: City of Meridian, Idaho
Priority Need: Public Services
Project Title Direct Assistance and Homelessness Prevention
Description
OMB Approval No. 2506-0
(Exp. 8/31/2011
The City will provide Public Service assistance to be administered by subrecipient service
providers. Intended/possible providers include CATCH, Valley Shepherd (backpacks for kids),
and Meridian Food Bank. Levels of funding to any or all of these groups will depend on need,
urgency, and availability of funds.
Objective category: ®Suitable Living Environment ^ Decent Housing ^ Economic
Opportunity
Outcome category: ^ Availability/Accessibility
Location/Target Area
Citywide as applicable.
Objective Number Project ID
SL3.3
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
03D 24 CFR § 570.201(e)
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Subrecipient LMC
Start Date Completion Date
05/01/2009 09/30/2009
Performance Indicator Annual Units
# of individuals served 30
Local ID Units Upon Completion
30
^ Affordability
® Sustainability
Funding Sources:
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
Total Formula
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing
PHA
Other Funding
Total
$20,000
$20,000
$20,000
...................................................................
The primary purpose of the project is to help: ^ the Homeless ^ Persons with HIV/AIDS ^ Persons with Disabilities ^ Public
Housing Needs
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U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
OMB Approval No. 2506-01
(Exp. 8/31/2008
STAFF REPORT Hearing Date: April 21, 2009
TO: Mayor and City Council E IDIAN ~^'
FROM: Matt Ellsworth, Associate City Planner
(208) 884-5533
SUBJECT: 2008 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan Amendment,
Public Conuucut Period
1. SUMMARY DESCRIPTION OF APPLICANT'S REQUEST
As part of the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009, CDBG entitlement
communities will receive additional funding for the 2008 Program Year. The City of Meridian
is eligible for $64,584.00. Preliminary guidance from HUD indicates that entitlement
communities will be required to submit substantial amendments to their 08' Action Plans for
approval by HUD in order to receive the funds. This amendment sets the groundwork in
anticipation of final guidance from HUD about how to secure the additional 08' Program Year
funding.
2. SUMMARY RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends opening the public hearing comment period commencing April 21, 2009 with
an anticipated closure of the public hearing and comment period on Tuesday, May 26, 2009 at
the regularly scheduled City Council Meeting.
3. SUMMARY OF SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT
A. Staff proposes amending the 2008 Action Plan to add a project with two parts:
1. Prepare an income survey for residential service area around Centennial Park. The survey
is necessary to confirm that the Park is eligible for expenditure of CDBG funds on a Low-
Moderate Income -Area basis.
2. Devote the remainder of funding to purchase and install playground equipment, game
tables, etc.
A copy of the full report can be found online at
http://www.meridiancit .ore/ lannin~e_zonin~/communi~ development/index.asp .
4. PROCESS FACTS
A. Published public notice April 6, 2009 in the Valley Times and April 8, 2009 in the Idaho Statesman.
5. EXHIBITS
A. Map, Centennial Park
B. Table of New Project
U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
EXHIBIT A -Map, Centennial Park
OMB Approval No. 2506-01
(Exp. 8/3]/2008
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Centennial Park, March 30, 2009
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U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
Jurisdiction's Name:
Priority Need:
Project Title
City of Meridian, Idaho
Public Facility
Centennial Park Improvements
OMB Approval No. 2506-O1
(Exp. 8/31/2008
Description
The City will allocate $64,584.00 to purchase and install playground equipment, game tables, etc. in
Centennial Park. The Park is not located in an approved LMI census block group, so the first step
of this project is to prepare a survey confirming that the Park is eligible and appropriate for
expenditure of CDBG funds.
Objective category: ®Suitable Living Environment ^ Decent Housing ^ Economic
Opportunity
Outcome category: ®Availability/Accessibility ^ Affordability ^ Sustainability
Location/Target Area
237 E. Idaho Avenue; Meridian, ID 83642
Census Tract 010321, Block Group 1.
Objective Number Project ID
SL3.3
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
5 24 CFR § 570.201(c)
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Recipient LMC
Start Date Completion Date
06/01 /2009 12/01 /2009
Performance Indicator Annual Units
# of families served Park Service Area Po ulation
Local ID Units Upon Completion
1
Funding Sources:
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
Total Formula
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing
PHA
Other Funding
Total
$64,584
...................................................................
$64,584
...................................................................
$64,584
................................................
The primary purpose of the project is to help: ^ the Homeless ^ Persons with HIV/AIDS ^ Persons with Disabilities ^ Public
Housing Needs
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