CDBG 2011 DRAFT Action PlanCOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
2011 ACTION PLAN
CITY OF
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Meridian, ID 83642
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
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2011 ACTION PLAN
1. Summary of PY201 1 Objectives and Outcomes 6
2. Evaluation of the City's Past Performance 10
3. Sununary of the Citizen Participation Process 10
A. Participation 10
B. Public Meetings 1 1
C. Access to Information 11
D. PY11 Process 11
E. Efforts to Broaden Public Participation 12
4. Summ~uy of Public Comments 12
5. Summary of Comments not Accepted 12
1. Federal, State, and Local Resources 13
Objectives, Activities, & Measures 15
1. Suitable Living Enviroumenl 15
2. Affordable Housing 16
3. Eeonon~ie Development 16
4. Planning & Administration 16
1. Affordable Housing 18
1. PY2011 CDBG Activities to Benefit LMI Persons 20
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Appendix C: Certifications 40
Appendix D: SF424 51
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2011 Program Year Action Plan
1. Purpose of this Document
The City of Meridian is a designated entitlement community by the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD). This designation allows the City to receive funds from HUD's
Community Development Block Grant (CBDG) Program. The 2411 program year will mark the
City's fifth year as an entitlement community.
Federal regulations (24 CFR § 91.200(a) and 91.220) require the City to submit an action plan
each year that describes how CDBG funds will be invested in the community. The 2011 Action
Plan was developed with a strong emphasis on community input, and follows the Citizen
Participation Plan set forth in Meridian's 2007 - 20] 1 Consolidated Plan. Through this planning
effort, the City has prepared the following strategy, which will guide program expenditures over
the next Program Year (PY); October 1, 201 1 through September 30, 2012.
2. City of Meridian CDBG Program Mission Statement
In accordance with the overarching goals of the CDBG program, as set forth in 24 CFR §
91.1(a)(1), the City's mission is to utilize CDBG funding to develop a viable urban community
by providing decent housing, providing a suitable living environment, and expanding economic
opportunities principally for low/moderate income (LMI) persons. The City's primary means
toward this end shall be to extend and strengthen partnerships among all levels of government
and the private sector, including for-profit and non-profit organizations, in the production and
operation of affordable housing.
3. Consolidated Plan
A consolidated plan must be submitted every three to five years to receive federal CDBG funds.
The Consolidated Plan typically results from a collaborative process where a community can
scrutinize its current situation and establish a unified vision for community development actions.
The City of Meridian's Consolidated Plan spans program years 2007 through 2011 and addresses
the community's most critical housing and community development needs. The PY2011 Action
Plan represents the last year using the 2007 - 2011 Consolidated Plan; the City will compose a
new 2012 - 2016 Consolidated Plan in Program Year 201 1.
4. Action Plan
For every year identified in the Consolidated Plan, the City of Meridian is required to prepare a
one-year Action Plan to notify citizens and HUD officials of the City's intended actions to occur
during that specific year. The PY2011 Action Plan identifies the objectives the City hopes to
achieve from October 1, 2011 through September 30, 2012, and outlines the activities the City
will undertake to achieve those objectives.
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5. CAPER
At the end of each program year, the City of Meridian prepares a Consolidated Annual
Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) to provide information to its constituents and
HUD about that year's accomplishments. This information allows HUD, city officials, and the
general public to evaluate the City's performance and determine whether the activities
undertaken during the year helped to (1) meet the City's five-year goals and (2) address priority
needs identified in the Consolidated Plan and the Annual Action Plan. This annual performance
report., prepared with public review and comment, is submitted to HUD annually no later than
December 31.
6. Submittal to HUD
In compliance with 24 CFR § 91.15(a), and in order to maintain continuity in its program and
provide accountability to citizens, the City shall submit this action plan no later than August 16,
201 1. The City shall submit on an annual basis a summary of its citizen participation and
consultation process, an annual action plan, and all required certifications. At least every five
years, the City shall submit a housing and homeless needs assessment, market analysis and
strategic plan.
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Executive Summa
As an Entitlement Community, the City of Meridian receives CDBG funds each year from the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Program Year 201 l (PY201 1) funding
for the City of Meridian is anticipated in the amount of $230,709.00. Funds will be used to
address priorities within the HUD performance measurement system to: (1) create a suitable
living environment, (2) provide decent housing, and (3) create economic opportunities for the
community.
This year the CDBG Administrator formed an internal working group to review, score, and rank
the applications that submitted funding requests. The applications were scored and ranked based
on a matrix that provided weighted scoring to the more critical items in the application. The
following is a list of the items scored on the submitted applications: 1) goals and outcomes of the
proposed project, 2) the need that the proposed project addresses, 3) how the organization plans
to carry out the proposed project, 4} the capacity of the organization to implement the proposed
project, and 5) whether or not the organization is going to leverage any other funds for the
proposed project. The scoring criteria used by the working group were provided to the applicants
for informational purposes as part of the application form.
Non-administrative activities planned in PY201 l focus primarily on LMI beneficiaries.
Meridian will invest CDBG funds in a public facility project in an LMI neighborhood,
homeownership assistance, public services, and economic development through the elimination
of blight. The public facility project is proposed to be the construction and installation an all-
abilities playground in coordination with Meridian Elementary School and the Meridian Boys &
Girls Club. The playground is located within Census Tract ]0322, Block Group 1. Public service
assistance will be provided through the Meridian Food Bank and Meridian Boys & Girls Club.
Homeownership Assistance will be undertaken by two area service providers; Ada County
Housing Authority and Neighborhood Housing Services. Blight will be addressed on a spot
basis in coordination with the Meridian Development Corporation's Facade Improvement
Program. In addition, the City will update its Consolidated Plan during the upcoming Program
Year.
The City considered other possible activities for PY2011. Other activities considered, but not
initially reco~mnended for funding by the City's internal CDBG Working Group are also
included in Table 1 but. show an activity total funding amount of $0.00. The Cit}~ may or may not
alter dze finding amounts for these projects based on input received darring the public comment
period ora the draft anrza~ral action plan. A summary description of all projects considered for
funding in the PY201 1 Action Plan is included below in Table 1.
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Table 1 provides a general summary of activities proposed for PY2011.
Cate or &Activit
Activit Total Categorical
Total Categorical
Percenta e
Administration & Planning
$46,109.00
TOTAL $46,109.00 20%
Suitable Living Environment
Public Facilities 33%
All Abilities Playground Undetermined"
Five Mile Creek Pathway Segment H.1, Phase II $0"
Nine Mile Creek Floodplain Study (MDC) $0""
Public Services 15%
Meridian Food Bank $24,600.00
Meridian Boys and Girls Club $10,000.00
Re-housing of Homeless Families (CATCH) $0"~
Foreclosure Prevention & Intervention Program (NHS) $0"'
Computers and Computer Classes (Senior Center) $0~"
TOTAL $109,600.00 48%
Affordable Housing
Homeownership Assistance $35,000.00
TOTAL $35 000.00 15%
Economic Develo ment
Fa ade Im rovements $40,000.00
TOTAL $40,000.00 17%
SUBTOTAL $230,709.00 100%
'Amount of funding to be determined through the public hearing process
'"Not initially recommended for funding
Summary of Projects not initially recommended for funding:
A. Nine Mile Creek Floodplain Studv by the Meridian Development Corporation. This project
proposed to study the Nine Mile Creek Floodplain area to determine a solution to the large
backwater areas and to potentially work with the Federal Emergency Management Agency
(FEMA) in applying for a Conditional Letter of Map Revision (CLOMR) to reduce the limits
of the associated Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA}. The project. proposes to ultimately
benefit businesses and property owners in the area by reducing potential damage due to
flooding and to remove the requirement for purchasing flood insurance if the SFHA is
altered. The funding request was for $50,000 for the initial study.
B. Homeless Family Assistance by Charitable Assistance to Community's Homeless. Inc
(CATCHI. CATCH proposed to expand its services (currently provides services in Boise,
and Canyon County) into Meridian to assist homeless families whose homeless episode
originated with the City of Meridian. The CATCH program works to rapidly re-house
homeless families while providing case management to address issues contributing to their
homeless episode and prepare them for self-sufficiency within six months time. The
proposal was for $19,968 to fund apart.-time staff person to operate the CATCH program in
Meridian in coordination with the Meridian School District. The project proposed to assist
between ten and twelve families during PY201 1.
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C. Foreclosure Prevention and Intervention Prosram b,~ghborhood Housins Services
N( HSl• NHS proposed to provide foreclosure prevention counseling to Meridian residents to
help prevent homelessness. The program is designed for homeowners who are behind, or
anticipate becoming behind in their mortgage payment on their primary residence, and offers
a continuum of strategies designed to promote sustainable homeownership. The proposal was
for $15,750 to fund a staff person for this program.
D. Computers and Computer Classes by the Meridian Senior Center. This project proposed to
purchase six computers and associated software and to provide beginning, intermediate, and
advanced computer classes for seniors at the new Meridian Senior Center. The funding
request was for $3, 165.
E. Five Mile Creek Pathway Ses ment H.l , Phase II (Completion of pathway from Badlej~ to
Fairview Avenue) by Meridian Parks and Recreation Department. This project proposes to
complete the final section of the Five Mile Creek Pathway Segment H.1. CDBG funds have
been utilized in past years to perform the environmental study and to design and construct the
first segment of the pathway. The funding request was for $60,000.
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1. Summary of PY2011 Priorities, Objectives, and Outcomes
In Program Year 201 1, the City will invest CDBG funds according to the following priorities.
Priorities are listed in order of importance and include explanations and rationale for individual
project selection. Consolidated Plan objectives and the anticipated priority/project outcomes are
also included for each of the four PY2011 priorities.
Table 2: Summary of Expenditures by Priority
PY2011 Priority Funds Allocated Percent of PY2011
Funds Allocated
Suitable Living Environment
Public Facilities
Public Services $109,600.00
$75,000.00
34 600.00 48%
33%
15%
Affordable Housin $35,000.00 15%
Economic Develo ment $40,000.00 17%
Plannin & Administration $46,109.00 20%
TOTAL $230,709.00 100%
PY2011 Priority #1: Suitable Living Environment $109,600.00
In the 201 1 Program Year, the City will focus on Availability/Accessibility of Suitable Living
Environments in LMI neighborhoods with a Public Facilities activity. The City is proposing to
allocate funds to an All-Abilities Playground project at the Meridian Elementary School. The
playground is designed such that children with special needs (i.e. blind or visually impaired, in
wheelchairs, using walkers, etc.) can safely access a playground and interact with other children.
The proposed playground will be accessible to the general public during non-school days/hours
and will also be available for use by the Meridian Boys and Girls Club which is directly next to
the school. The project will create a recreational amenity in LMI Census Tract ] 0322, Block
Group l .The City has not yet determined a funding amount for this project. The internal City
Working Group did not propose an amount of funding for this project. The arnoasnt of fisnding
tivill be determined the°oatigl~ the Pclblic hearing process ayzd updated hey°e post Action Plan
adoption by the City Coic~~.cil.
The City will work toward Sustainability of Suitable Living Environments by investing CDBG
funds in Public Services activities at the Meridian Food Bank and the Meridian Boys and Girls
Club. The Food Bank has experienced an increase in demand due to the recession, and CDBG
assistance will help allow them to continue providing food to area residents in need. The internal
CDBG Working Group proposed allocating $24,600 toward this project. The Meridian Boys and
Girls Club will provide scholarships to LMI children to allow them to participate in fee-based
programs/services at the Club. The inten~al City Working Group proposed allocating $10,000
toward this project.
OBJECTNE SLI.I: Invest. in public facility projects that help create a suitable living
environment in LMI neighborhoods.
• All-Abilities Playground facility at Meridian Elementary School.
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• Additicnial public facility projects ma~~ be identified in the public
hearing process.
OUTCOMES: Availability/Accessibility of Suitable Living Environment.
• Create one public facility amenity that will benefit an identified
LMI Census Block Group as well as the disabled students at the
Meridian Elementary School and the members of the Meridian
Boys & Girls Club. The funding amount for this project will be
determined during the public hearing process.
OBJECTIVE SL3.3: Support public service activities that benefit presumed and document LMI
residents on both an area and clientele basis.
Meridian Food Bank: CDBG funding will assist the Meridian Food
Bank in purchasing equipment and supplies related to their primary
function; providing food to individuals and families in need.
Meridian Boys & Girls Club: CDBG funding will assist the
Meridian Boys and Girls Club in providing scholarships for free or
reduced membership in some of the Club's fee-based extended
services. The extended programs/services are the Summer Early
Risers Program, the Meridian Sunshine Club, and the Meridian
Kindergarten Program
OUTCOMES: Sustainability of Suitable Living Environment.
• Provide assistance for at least 1,000 Meridian residents in need at
the Meridian Food Bank.
• Provide scholarships for up to 30 children to attend fee-based
programs at the Meridian Boys and Girls Club.
PY2011 Priority #2: Affordable Housing $35.000.00
The City will continue its partnership with Ada County Housing Authority (ACHA) in PY201 1.
ACHA will receive funding this Program Year to provide down payment and closing cost
assistance to eligible homebuyers identified through the Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8)
Program, thereby contributing to Affordability of Decent. Housing.
In addition, the City will provide funds to NHS Lending, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of
Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS) to grant down payment, closing cost, and related
assistance to eligible LMI homebuyers who are not currently receiving Section 8 assistance.
This will broaden homeownership opportunities for a different segment of Meridian's LMI
population.
OBJECTIVE DH2.2: Expand homeownership opportunities for low-moderate income
individuals and families.
OUTCOMES: Affordability of Decent Housing.
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Assist one low/moderate income household identified through the
Housing Choice Voucher Program to purchase a home in Meridian
(Ada County Housing Authority).
Assist two low/moderate income households (that are not. receiving
assistance through the Housing Choice Voucher Program) to
purchase homes in Meridian (Neighborhood Housing Services).
PY2011 Priority #3: Economic Development $40,000.00
Economic Development through revitalization of the Urban Renewal Area (URA) is a top
priority to entice additional investment where it is needed most. The City believes that it is
important to continue implementing the URA revitalization strategy, and addressing blight is a
key component of that strategy. The City will partner with the Meridian Development
Corporation to complete a facade improvement project. to address blight in the Urban Renewal
Area. The Meridian Development Corporation will receive $40,000 in funding for this project.
OBJECTIVE EO3.1: Support the efforts of Meridian Development Corporation to implement
the Urban Renewal Area Plan in revitalizing downtown.
OUTCOMES: Address Slum and Blight in the URA
• Partner with the Meridian Development Corporation to complete at
least one facade improvement. project to address blight in the URA.
PY2011 Priority #4: Planning & Administration $46,109.00
In addition to keeping the Program moving forward during PY2011, Planning and
Administration funding will be used by the City for updating its five-year Consolidated Plan. As
part of this effort, the City will invest Planning/Administration time and funds in preparing a
housing market analysis, updating the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing, and other
related activities. Planning and Administration is funded at $46,109 for PY201 1.
OBJECTNE: Efficiently administer the City's CDBG Program and plan for successful
activities and beneficial outcomes in the future.
OUTCOMES: A well organized, compliant, and beneficial CDBG Program.
• Maintain compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local
regulations.
• Develop an updated Consolidated Plan to guide the City's
Program.
• Complete proposed activities to benefit the community.
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Should any of the above-proposed activities not move forward, the City may pursue the
following "fall-back" activity(s) during the upcoming Program Year:
PY2011 Priority #1: Suitable Living Environment $75,000.00
If a project fails to advance during the coming year, the City is proposing two pedestrian lighting
projects as possible "fall-back" activities. The first roadway segment proposed for pedestrian
lighting is Cherry Lane along the frontage of Meridian Middle School. School Administration
officials have indicated that there is eXtremely limited lighting along this roadway segment, and
that there have been many safety concerns for the students walking to and from the school. The
approximate cost of lighting this segment is $39,000. The second roadway segment proposed for
pedestrian lighting would be on Camellia and Washington from just east of Linder Road to 8`"
Street. This is a primary walking route for students at both Meridian High School and Meridian
Middle School. By improving the lighting on this roadway segment, it would enhance the safety
conditions for students at both schools. The approximate cost of lighting this segment is
$36,000. Both roadway/lighting segments are within Census Tract 10322, Block Group 1.
OBJECTNE SLI.I: Invest in public facility projects that help create a suitable living
environment in LMI neighborhoods.
OUTCOMES: Availability/Accessibility of a Suitable Living Environment.
~ Completion of pedestrian lighting of one or two roadway segments
within the LMI area.
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2. Evaluation of the City's Past Performance
The City has successfully applied for and received the following CDBG grants through both the
Idaho CDBG Small Cities Program and as an Entitlement Community.
Awarded Amount Project Status
1985 $272,697 Revolving Loan Fund Closed Out.
1985 $4,_388 Renovate Senior Center Closed Out
1987 $5,000 Renovate Senior Center Closed Out
1988 $400,000 Public Infrastructure Closed Out
1991 $400,000 Downtown Revitalization Closed Out.
1995 $52,000 Renovate Senior Center Closed Out.
2004 $100,000 Renovate Senior Center Closed Out
2006 $52,900 Renovate Senior Center Closed Out
2006 $250,000 Job Creation Closed Out.
2007 $230,544 CDBG Entitlement Processing
2008 $237,775 CDBG Entitlement Processing
2009 $249,947 CDBG Entitlement Processing
2010 $274,368 CDBG Entitlement Processing
3. Summary of the Citizen Participation Process
The City of Meridian employs a comprehensive citizen participation process for all CDBG
projects and activities. The City solicits input from Meridian residents in all phases of its
Community Development efforts, from the initial planning and project/program implementation
to reporting and assessing accomplishments/outcomes. This process fosters the open and
inclusive identification of needs and delivery of services to City residents. It also helps to ensure
that the overall direction of the CDBG program is (1) consistent with residents' expectations and
(2) responsive to neighborhood and stakeholder concerns. A summary of this process is
presented below as identified in 24 CFR § 91.220(b). A complete copy of the Citizen
Participation Plan can be found in the Appendix of the 2007 - 2011 Consolidated Plan.
A. Participation
The City encourages citizen participation in all stages of the planning process. From the
drafting of the Consolidated Plan to the submittal of the annual Performance Evaluation
Report, the City hosts Public Meetings, provides draft copies of the Plan, encourages, accepts
and incorporates citizen input and feedback, and holds special public hearings whenever any
substantial amendments are proposed.
The City works with non-profit organizations to encourage the participation of program
beneficiaries, including low- and moderate-income residents. Bi-lingual services and
additional assistance for persons with disabilities are available upon request.
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B. Public Meetings
The bulk of Meridian's Citizen Participation process occurs through public meetings.
Meridian CDBG staff hosts three public meeting during the funding cycle; one in preparation
for the Consolidated Plan and its annual update through the One-Year Action Plan, one in
conjunction with obtaining approval of the draft plans, and the third with the City's
Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report process. These meetings give residents
an opportunity to comment on all aspects of CDBG program administration, as well as all
activities undertaken by the City. A similar public process ensues when substantial
amendments are proposed to the Consolidated or Annual Action Plans.
To solicit input on CDBG activities, the City publishes notices in the local newspaper, the
Valley Times, two weeks prior to each meeting. The notices include information about the
availability of draft and final plans, which are typically available for public review at City
Hall, the Public Library, and the Meridian Senior Center.
City staff also approaches City Council periodically at their weekly public meetings to obtain
feedback and direction on CDBG priorities, use of leftover funds, etc. This gives interested
citizens an additional way to stay informed on how the program evolves over the year.
C. Access to Information
The City posts all CDBG-related plans (including the Consolidated Plan, annual action plans,
and CAPERs) on its website for public review and scrutiny. The CDBG portion of the City's
website is located at httpa/www.meridiancity.org/cdb
Draft versions of all plans are available for review and comment. by citizens, public agencies,
and other interested parties before they are considered and acted upon by City Council and
submitted to HUD. Copies of draft and final reports are available free of charge at Meridian
City Hall. Requests for access to specific information can be made in advance and
coordinated with City personnel.
City staff is also available to persons or interested parties who require technical assistance in
understanding the Plan, the preparation of comments, the preparation of requests for funding,
or the process in general. Staff is readily available to receive and respond to any and all
questions, comments, or concerns that arise about the CDBG program throughout the year.
D. PY20ll Process
The City began identifying activities for the PY201 1 Action Plan in spring 201 1 with
requests for activity ideas, meetings, project. eligibility research, etc. The City hosted a
CDBG Workshop for past and potential future subrecipients on April 29, 201 1 to provide
information on the program and solicit project ideas. Thirteen individuals attended
representing nine organizations.
The City published notices in the Valley Ti~»~es and The Idaho Statesman to announce apre-
draft public meeting that was held on June 7, 2011 at Meridian City Hall. Nine individuals
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attended and discussed possible activity ideas and priorities with staff and the City Council.
The input provided helped shape the draft Action Plan that went out for public comment.
The following chronology summarizes the City's formal Public Participation efforts:
• April IS, 2011: Contacted City Department Directors to request activity ideas.
• April 29, 2011: Hosted CDBG Workshop for past subrecipients and interested
organizations to learn about the Program and solicit activity ideas.
• June 7, 2011: Conducted Pre-Draft Public Meeting.
• June 21, 201 1: Draft Action Plan released for public review and comment.
• June 21, 201 1: Opened public hearing and comment period for Draft Action Plan.
• July 26, 201 1: Closed Draft Action Plan public hearing and comment. period
E. Efforts to Broaden Public Participation
In addition to the steps outlined in the City's Citizen Participation Plan, staff also met with
several non-profit entities including Ada County Housing Authority, Neighborhood Housing
Services, Meridian Food Bank, Meridian Boys & Girls Club, and the Meridian Senior
Center, to discuss possible projects and activities.
4. Summary of Public Comments
Convnents not ti~et received; will be alpdated post patiblic hearing and comment period.
5. Summary of Comments not Accepted
Not Applicable.
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1. Federal, State and Local Resources
CDBG and City general funds are available to support program activities. The City may
consider additional partnerships with Meridian Development Corporation (MDC) and Ada
County Housing Authority (ACHA) to leverage available resources and achieve maximum
results. The following funding sources have been identified to help address the needs of
low/moderate income (LMI) individuals and families. Some resources may be directly leveraged
to help fund CDBG eligible activities, in which case all HUD regulations and requirements
regarding matching will be satisfied, pursuant to 24 CFR § 91.220(c)(2). While other resources
may not be able to contribute directly toward CDBG-eligible activities, they may be able to
provide assistance to related support programs. These leveraged funds will be tracked and
documented as part of the compliance monitoring process.
Federal resources that may be made available
• U.S. Department of Housing and U.S. Department of Health and
Urban Development: Human Services
- Section 8 Housing Choice U.S. Department of Education
Voucher Program Federal Housing Administration
- HOME Investment Partnership Homeownership Program
Program
Emergency Shelter Grant
Housing Opportunities for
Persons with AIDS
• Fannie Mae
• Federal Emergency Management
Administration
U.S. Veterans Administration
State resources that maybe made available
^ Idaho Community Foundation
^ Idaho Housing and Finance
Association
^ Idaho Department of Education
Idaho Department of Environmental
Quality Idaho Association of
Mortgage Brokers
^ Idaho Department. of Agriculture
State Tax Credits
^ Idaho Department of Health and
Welfare:
- Community Services Grant
- Family and Child Services
- Public Health Services
- Domestic Violence Grant
- Idaho Children's Trust Fund
• Idaho Office on Aging
• Idaho Department of Justice
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Local resources that tnay be made available
Meridian General Funds
^ Meridian Development Corporation
• Ada County Association of Realtors
• Ada County Housing Authority
^ Neighborhood Housing Services
^ Boise Valley Habitat for Humanity
Supportive Housing and Innovative Partnerships
^ El-Ada Community Action Partnership
^ United Way
^ Faith-based Organizations
^ Local utility companies
^ Individual and Business Donors
Civic Organization Donations
^ Volunteer in-kind services
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Objectives, Activities & Measures
In PY201 1, the City of Meridian will spend the majority (78%) of non-administrative funds on activities
that benefit low- and moderate-income persons or households. The remaining funds are slated for
addressing economic development through the elimination of slum and blight. The City's PY201 1
entitlement is anticipated at $230,709.00. Objectives, Activities, and Measures for each project/activity
are outlined below.
1. Suitable Living Environment: $109,600.00
OBJECTIVE SL1.1:
Invest in public facility projects that help create a suitable living environment in LMI
neighborhoods.
ACTIVITY: All-Abilities Playground at the Meridian Middle School
To achieve this objective, the City will invest in the infrastructure of a playground facility to benefit
disabled children and the immediate surrounding community. The land has been secured and the
design of the playground has been donated by a local landscape architect. The playground will be
used by the students at Meridian Elementary School, as well as the Meridian Boys and Girls Club.
In addition, the school is ensuring that the playground will be open and accessible to the community
during non-school hours. The playground is located within the LMI Census Tract 10322, Block
Group 1. A specific fimdirzg arnourat 12as riot yet been deterrniraed for this project, bait will be
determined throargh the pasbl is hearing ~r°ocess and atipdated ]zere c fter the parblic comment period
closes and the Cit}~ Council approves the PY2011 Action Plan.
MEASURES:
One (1) Public Facility.
OBJECTIVE SL3.3:
Support. public service activities that benefit presumed and document. LMI residents on both an area
and clientele basis.
ACTIVITY: Meridian Food Bank ($24,600.00)
The City will provide support to the Meridian Food Bank to purchase equipment and supplies related
to their primary function; providing food to individuals and families in need.
MEASURES:
Provide assistance for at least 1,000 Meridian residents in need.
ACTIVITY: Meridian Boys & Girls Club Scholarships ($10,000)
The City will provide support to the Meridian Boys and Girls Club to offer scholarships to children
of LMI households for the purpose of enrolling in one or more of the Club's fee-based programs.
MEASURES:
Provide scholarships for up to 30 children to attend the Meridian Boys and Girls Club's fee
based programs.
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2. Affordahle Housing: $35,000.00
OBJECTIVE DH2.2:
Expand homeownership opportunities for low-moderate income individuals and families.
ACTIVITIES: Homeownership Assistance
The City will partner with two housing service providers (Ada County Housing Authority, $15,000;
Neighborhood Housing Services, $20,000) to assist LMI buyers to purchase homes.
MEASURES:
Up to three LMI households assisted in the purchase of a home in Meridian.
3. Economic Development: $40,000.00
OBJECTIVE E03.1:
Support the efforts of Meridian Development Corporation to implement the Urban Renewal Area
Plan in revitalizing downtown.
ACTIVITIES: Meridian Development Corporation (MDC) Facade Improvement Program
The City will partner with MDC to complete one facade improvement project to address blight in the
Urban Renewal Area (URA).
MEASURES:
One completed facade improvement project in the URA.
4. Planning & Administration: $46,109.00
OBJECTIVE:
Efficiently administer the City's CDBG Program and plan for successful activities and beneficial
outcomes in the future.
ACTIVITIES:
CDBG Program Administration and Planning.
MEASURES:
Develop an updated Consolidated Plan to guide the City's CDBG Program. Maintain compliance
with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations. Work with subrecipients to complete
proposed activities and projects that benefit the community.
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Geographic Distribution
Meridian's low-moderate income area is depicted in Appendix A. ] . The area is bisected by Meridian
Road and Main Street, which, between the railroad and Cherry/Fairview, is the City's historic downtown
core. East and west of Meridian/Main, the area is primarily residential in character with the exception of
some light industrial uses adjacent to the rail line. Much of the single family/detached housing stock in
the area was constructed in the early to mid 1900's. There are also several multi-family complexes and
mobile home parks in the LMI area and immediate surrounding vicinity. The LMI Area is the focus of
location-specific activities for the upcoming program year due to the fact that this identified area has the
greatest needs for improvements and services within Meridian. The City will spend approximately 81%
($149,600) of available PYl 1 funds on location-specific activities in this area (after removing the
Administration and Planning allocation of 20% from the total entitlement). Areas of minority
concentrations?'?
The following projects will occur in specific locations orpre-identified geographic area:
1. All-Abilities Playground (Undetermined Fuyzding Amount). This playground will be located on
property owned by the Meridian Elementary School located at 1035 NW 1 ~` Street. The project is
located in apre-designated LMI area as identified by HUD (Census Tract 10322, Block Group
1). The City may choose to advance public facility improvement projects within the designated
LMI area of the City if other projects do not move forward during the program year. The total of
these projects and/or the above identified playground project will total no more than $75,000.
2. Food Bank ($24,600.00): The Meridian Food Bank is located at 15 E. Bower Street (see
Appendix A.2). This location is near the geographic center of the City's LMI area, which makes
it easily accessible for residents who can most likely benefit from the services the Food Bank
provides.
3. Meridian Boys & Girls Club Scholarships ($10,000): The Meridian Boys and Girls Club is
located at 9l 1 N. Meridian Road (see Appendix A.2). This location is in apre-designated LMI
area as identified by HUD (Census Tract 10322, Block Group l ).
4. Facade Improvement ($40,000): The specific location of a facade improvement project will be
determined by the Meridian Development Corporation (MDC) Board. MDC's jurisdiction is the
City's Urban Renewal Area as established by City Council on August 27, 2002 and recognized
by HUD on March 6, 2009. A map of the Urban Renewal Area is included in Appendix A.3.
The remaining projects/activities for PY201 1 are not tied to any specific geographic area.
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Additional Requirements
1. Affordable Housing
The City will partner with Ada County Housing Authority (ACHA} to expand affordable housing
opportunity in PY2011. The City will continue funding homeownership assistance to eligible
prospective buyers identified through the Section S program. This activity, which was a great success in
past. program years, will receive $15,000.00 for continuation in PY2011. This will allow ACHA to
assist one eligible homebuyer in the upcoming program year.
The City will also provide $20,000.00 to Neighborhood Housing Services (NHS) to provide similar
assistance (down payment, closing cost, etc.} to eligible homebuyers who are not currently receiving
Section 8 funds.
The City does not plan to provide monetary assistance for rental purposes in the upcoming program
year, but will continue to facilitate discussions with area residents and service providers.
2. Public Housing
The City does not. plan to contribute monetarily to expanding public housing in PY2011, but will
continue to encourage homeownership for eligible buyers as described above, and participate in the
regional dialogue with neighboring communities and service providers to (1) define goals and formulate
a public housing strategy, (2) identify potential funding sources to implement that strategy, and (3)
involve new/broader segments of the community that have not been involved in such discussions in the
past..
3. Homeless and Other Special Needs
In PY201 1, the City's efforts to address emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless
individuals and families, to prevent. low-income individuals and families with children from becoming
homeless, to help homeless persons make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, to
address chronic homelessness, and to address the special needs of non-homeless persons will occur
primarily through an ongoing partnership with the Boise City/Ada County Continuum of Care (CoC).
PY201 l CDBG funds will not be invested in activities specifically targeted to these objectives primarily
because of the relatively small amount of its formula grant In addition, the City is not a recipient of
HOPWA formula grants.
The City will participate in the CoC to identify ways of supporting area housing providers' efforts to
increase affordable transitional and permanent housing facilities. The Boise City/Ada County
Continuum of Care (CoC) works to provide supportive housing services to address the reasons for a
persons' homelessness, which may include mental illness, disabilities, or fleeing from domestic
violence. This CoC operates within Ada County, in which the City of Meridian is located. As additional
information is obtained regarding homelessness within Meridian, the City will determine whether other
federal, state or local/private funds can be leveraged with CDBG funding to effectively address these
needs within the community in future program years. So while the City has not. set. specific numeric
goals to assist special needs populations during Program Year 201 1, it does provide support for and
coordinate with an existing CoC that does provide these supportive services. If one of the proposals the
City chooses to fund under the CDBG grant should specifically benefit a Special Needs population (s),
quantifiable goals will be established during the contracting phase.
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4. Barriers to Affordable Housing
The City will update the Consolidated Plan beginning this Program Year. The Consolidated Plan will
include an updated market analysis and Analysis of Impediments to Affordable Housing, and the City is
in discussions with Idaho Housing & Finance Association about linking this effort with a broader,
statewide initiative.
5. Other Actions
Over the course of the upcoming program year, the City will compile and disburse information on lead-
based paint hazards in order to (1) educate the public, (2) gauge the prevalence of lead paint
contamination, and (3) start to address the issue within the City. There is a wealth of information
already available from HUD, the State, neighboring communities, and various organizations that staff
will gather and make available at City Hall, on the City's website, and at other locations throughout the
community.
The City will continue to engage in the regional dialogue with neighboring communities and service
providers to identify and address underserved needs, maintain affordable housing, and reduce the
number of families living in poverty.
6. Impediments to Fair Housing
The City of Meridian, along with the other entitlement communities in Idaho, is coordinating with the
Idaho Housing and Finance Association (IHFA) for a statewide Analysis of Impediments to Fair
Housing study. In addition, the City will be conducting its own AI during the program year as part of
preparing a new Five Year Consolidated Plan. The City will look to implement the actionable
objectives from its individual AI in order to positively promote fair housing and to work to correct
barriers to fair housing.
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Program-Specific Requirements
1. PY2011 CDBG Activities to Benefit LMI persons
The majority (78%} ofnon-administrative expenditures this Program Year will benefit LMI residents
and households. Affordable homeownership, the Meridian Boys and Girls Club scholarship program,
and the Meridian Food Bank will benefit the target population on a clientele basis, and the All-Abilities
Playground or other public facility projects will do so on an area basis.
The City's Planning & Administration funds will go in part to updating the City's Consolidated Plan,
which will determine how the City will continue to serve LMI residents and households in the future.
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Monitoring
The City will employ a combination of formal and informal procedures to ensure the effectiveness of the
CDBG program. Each activity in the PY201 1 Action Plan is unique, requiring different. steps and
participation of different partners.
The CDBG administrator will maintain regular contact with implementing partners and HUD staff to
ensure that activities proposed in the Action Plan (1) comply with CDBG program requirements, (2)
move forward on appropriate timelines, (3) adequately forward the goals and objectives in the
Consolidated Plan, and (4) are completed successfully. As potential issues are identified, City staff will
promptly contact our CPD representative to discuss appropriate ways to avoid and/or address any
problems.
To ensure compliance with federal regulations, including those regarding the timeliness of expenditures,
the program administrator will (1) update IDIS regularly as requests for payment disbursement and
activity reimbursement are received, (2) concurrently maintain a spreadsheet that tracks collective
CDBG expenditures among all program years, and (3) continue working with the Finance Department
on ways to refine and improve financial monitoring procedures.
The City will maintain detailed records to enable staff, HUD, auditors and the public to determine the
status of each funded activity, as well as the overall program.
The City will use a variety of techniques to monitor subrecipients and review for compliance. The City
recently updated its monitoring policy and procedure based on comments received from HUD from their
monitoring visit to the City in 2010. The City will follow the new procedure during this and subsequent
program years. Expectations will be clearly outlined in subrecipient agreements, tailored specifically to
each activity and subrecipient entity. Through phone conversations, written correspondence, desk
monitoring, and on-site monitoring visits, staff will review each subrecipient's ability to meet the
program's financial, production, and overall management requirements and make necessary
determinations or take necessary actions to preserve program integrity.
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APPENDIX A: MAPS
1. LMI Census Block Groups
2. Meridian Food Bank, Meridian Boys & Girls Club, and Meridian Elementary
3. Urban Renewal Area Map
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Appendix A.1: LMI Census Block Groups
Census Tract 10321, Block Group 2 (46.06% LMI)
Census Tract 10322, Block Group 1 (45.01% LMI)
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Appendix A.2: Map of Meridian Food Sank, Meridian Boys & Girls Club, and Meridian
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LMI Area and Project Locations
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APPENDIX B: TABLES
1. Joint Table 1 C, 2C, and 3A -Summary of Specific Annual Objectives
2. Table 3B -Annual Affordable Housing Completion Goals
Table 3C -Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
a. Program Administration
b. All-Abilities Playground
c. Ada County Housing Authority
d. Neighborhood Housing Services
e. Meridian Food Bank
f. Meridian Boys and Girls Club
g. Facade Improvement Program
h. LMA Pedestrian Lighting (FALL-BACK ACTIVITY)
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Appendix B.1
Joint Table 1C, 2C, and 3A -Summary of Specific/Annual Objectives
Grantee Name: City of Meridian, Idaho
Av ailabilit ~/Accessibilit of Decent Housin DH-1
Specific Objective Source of Year Performance Expected Actual Percent
Funds Indicators Number Number Com leted
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AtI'ordab ilit of De cent Housin (DH-2
Specitic Objective Source of Year Performance Expected Actual Percent
Funds Indicators Number Number Com leted
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DH Expand homeownership CDBG/ 2007 Affordable units 0 0 N/A
Z•~ opportunities for low- Other 2008 purchased l 3 300
moderate income 2009 (homeowners I 3 300 %
individuals and families. 2010 assisted). l %
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Sustainability of Decent Housing (DH-3)
Specific Objective Source of Year Performance Expected Actual Percent
Funds Indicators Number Number Completed
DH Participate on boards and CDBG/ 2007 Activities. 1 1 100%
3.1 comnvttees and cooperate Other 2008 1 2 200%
with other entities to 2009 1 l 100%
promote fair and 2010 1 1 100%
affordable housing. 201 1 1 °Ic
MULTI -YEAR GOAL 5 3 60 %
DH Collect and disburse CDBG/ 2007 Individuals 20 100 500
3.2 information about the Other 2008 educated. 20 ? 0 %n
dangers of lead based 2009 20 ? ~/c
paint. 2010 20 ? %
2011 20
MULTI -YEAR GOAL l00 l00 100
Availabil it /Accessib ilit of Su itable Livin ~ Environment (SL-1 )
Specific Objective Source of Year Performance Expected Actual Percent
Funds Indicators Number Number Completed
SL Invest in public facility CDBG 2007 Public facility 1 0 0 °Ic
1.1 projects that help create a 2008 activities. 1 2 200/n
suitable living environment 2009 1 1 100%~
in LMI neighborhoods. 2010 1 %n
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MULTI -YEAR GOAL 5 3 60%~
Af fordabilit of Suitable Livin Environmen t SL-2
Sus tainabilit o f Suitable Livin Environment SL-3
SL Support public service CDBG 2007 Residents 5 0 0
3.3 activities that benefit 2008 assisted. 5 13,223 264,460%
presumed and documented 2009 5 29,000 580,000%
LMI residents on both an 2010 5
area and clientele basis. 201 1 5 °Ie
MULTI- YEAR GOAL 25 42,223 168.800%
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Availability/Accessibility of Economic Opportunity (EO-1)
Specific Objective Source of Year Performance Expected Actual Percent
Funds Indicators Number Number Completed
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Affordabilit of Econo mic O ortunit (EO-2
Sustainabilit of Economic O ortunit (EO-3
Specific Objective Source of Year Performance Expected Actual Percent
Funds Indicators Number Number Completed
EO Support the efforts of CDBG 2007 Revitalization 1 0 0 %
3.1 Meridian Development 2008 and/or facade 0 0 N/A
Corporation to implement 2009 improvement l 0
the Urban Renewal Area 2010 activities. 1 0 °/r
Plan in revitalizing 201 1 1 ~/n
downtown. MULTI- YEAR GOAL 4 0 0 %r
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Appendix B.2
Table 3B: Annual Affordable Housing Completion Goals
Grantee Name: City of
Meridian Expected
Annual Actual
Annual Resources used during the
eriod
Program Year: 2011 Number of
Units
To Be
Com leted Number of
Units
Completed
CDBG
HOME
ESG
HOPW
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BENEFICIARY GOALS
Sec. 215 Onl
Homeless households 0 ^ ^ ^ ^
Non-homeless households 0 ^ ^ ^ ^
Special needs households 0 ^ ^ ^ ^
Total Sec. 215 Beneficiaries* ^ ^ ^ ^
RENTAL GOALS
Sec. 215 Onl
Acquisition of existing units 0 ^ ^ ^
Production of new units 0 ^ ^ ^
Rehabilitation of existing units 0 ^ ^ ^ ^
Rental Assistance 0 ^ ^ ^
Total Sec. 215 Affordable
Rental 0 ^ ^ ^ ^
HOME OWNER GOALS
Sec. 215 Onl
Acquisition of existing units 0 ^ ^
Production of new units 0 ^ ^
Rehabilitation of existing units 0 ^ ^
Homebuyer Assistance 6 ® ^ ^
Total Sec. 215 Affordable
Owner 6 ® ^ ^ ^
COMBINED RENTAL
AND OWNER GOALS
Sec. 215 Onl
Acquisition of existing units 0 ^ ^ ^
Production of new units 0 ^ ^ ^
Rehabilitation of existing units 0 ^ ^ ^ ^
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Rental Assistance 0 ^ ^ ^
Homebuyer Assistance 6 ® ^ ^
Combined Total Sec. 215
Goals* 6 ® ^ ^ ^
OVERALL HOUSING GOALS
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Housin
Annual Rental Housing Goal ^ ^ ^ ^
Annual Owner Housing Goal 3 ® ^ ^ ^
Total Overall Housing Goal 3 ® ^ ^ ^
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Appendix B.3(a)
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
Jurisdiction's Name:
Priority Need:
Project Title
City of Meridian, Idaho
Program Administration
PY2011 Program Administration
Description
The City's Overall CDBG program management, coordination, monitoring, reporting, and evaluation
will include the following types of assistance:
^ Coordinating Fair Housing activities with regional partners
^ Ensuring compliance with the adopted Consolidated Plan
^ Preparing program budgets, schedules and amendments
^ Evaluating program results against. stated objectives
^ Monitoring program activities for progress and compliance; audit. and monitoring findings
^ Preparing reports and other documents for submission to HUD
^ Developing agreements to carry out program activities
^ Updating Five Year Consolidated Plan
Objective category: ^ Suitable Living Environment ^ Decent Housing ^ Economic Opportunity
Outcome category: ^ Availability/Accessibility ^ Affordability ^ Sustainability
Location/Target Area
Citywide as applicable
Objective Number Project ID
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
21 A 24 CFR § 570.206
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Entitlement N/A
Start Date Completion Date
10/01 /2011 09/30/2012
Performance Indicator Annual Units
N/A N/A
Local ID Units Upon Completion
N/A
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Funding Sources:
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
Total Formula
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing
PHA
Other Funding
Total
$46,109.00
...................................................................
$46,109.00
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Appendix B.3(b)
Jurisdiction's Name:
Priority Need:
Project Title
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
City of Meridian, Idaho
Suitable Living Environment
All Abilities Playground
Description
The City will provide funding to purchase playground equipment for an all-abilities playground to be located at
Meridian Elementary School within the identified LMI area.
Objective category: ®Suitable Living Environment ^ Decent Housing ^ Economic Opportunity
Outcome category: ®Availability/Accessibility ^ Affordability ^ Sustainability
Location/Target Area
1035 NW 1`t Street, Census Tract 10322, Block Group 1
Objective Number Project ID
SL 1.1
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
03F 24 CFR § 570.201 c)
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Subreci ient LMA
Start Date Completion Date
10/0l /2011 09/30/2012
Performance Indicator Annual Units
Com leted Facilit 1
Local ID Units Upon Completion
1
The primary purpose of the project is to help:
Funding Sources:
CDBG $?
.............
ESG
.............
HOME
.............
HOPWA
Total Formula $?
.............
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing ............
PHA
.............
Other Funding
Total $?
^ The Homeless ^ Persons with HIV/AIDS ^ Persons with Disabilities ^ Public Housing Needs
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Appendix B.3(c)
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
Jurisdiction's Name: City of Meridian, Idaho
Priority Need: Affordable Housing
Project Title Ada County Housing Authority Homeownership
Description
The City will provide funding for the Boise City/Ada County Housing Authority to provide direct.
homeownership assistance to help LMI individuals purchase homes.
Objective category: ^ Suitable Living Environment ®Decent Housing ^ Economic Opportunity
Outcome category: ^ Availability/Accessibility ®Affordability ^ Sustainability
Location/Target Area
Citywide as applicable
Objective Number Project ID
DH 2.2
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
13 24 CFR § 570.201 n}
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Subreci ient LMH
Start Date Completion Date
10/0l /2011 09/30/2012
Performance Indicator Annual Units
Households 1
Local ID Units Upon Completion
1
Funding Sources:
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
Total Formula
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing
PHA
Other Funding
Total
$15,000.00
...................................................................
$15,000.00
...................................................................
$15,000.00
...................................................................
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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Appendix B.3(d}
Jurisdiction's Name:
Priority Need:
Project Title
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
City of Meridian, Idaho
Affordable Housing
NHS Lending, Inc.
Description
The City will provide funding for the Neighborhood Housing Services to provide direct homeownership
assistance to help LMI individuals purchase homes.
Objective category: ^ Suitable Living Environment ®Decent Housing ^ Economic Opportunity
Outcome category: ^ Availability/Accessibility ®Affordability ^ Sustainability
Location/Target Area
Citywide as applicable
Objective Number Project ID
DH 2.2
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
13 24 CFR § 570.201 n}
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Subreci ient LMH
Start Date Completion Date
10/0l /2010 09/30/2011
Performance Indicator Annual Units
Households 2
Local ID Units Upon Completion
2
The primary purpose of the project is to help:
Funding Sources:
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
Total Formula
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing
PHA
Other Funding
Total
$20,000.00
...................................................................
$20,000.00
...................................................................
$20,000.00
...................................................................
^ The Homeless ^ Persons with HIV/AIDS ^ Persons with Disabilities ^ Public Housing Needs
Appendix B.3(e)
Jurisdiction's Name:
Priority Need:
Project Title:
Description
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
City of Meridian, Idaho
Suitable Living Environment -Public Services
Meridian Food Bank
CDBG funding will assist the Meridian Food Bank in purchasing equipment and supplies related to their
primary function; providing food to individuals and families in need. Equipment. may include
refrigerators/freezers for food storage, a truck to pick up and transport food, and computers to (1) track food,
monetary donations, and inventory, and (2} monitor and report finances for documentation purposes.
Objective category: ®Suitable Living Environment ^ Decent Housing ^ Economic Opportunity
Outcome category: ®Availability/Accessibility ^ Affordability ^ Sustainability
Location/Target Area
Meridian Food Bank - 15 E. Bower; East. of/adjacent to Census Tract101322, Block Group 2
Objective Number Project ID
SL3.3
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
OS 24 CFR § 570.201(e)
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Subreci Tent LMC
Start Date Completion Date
10/01 /2011 09/30/2012
Performance Indicator Annual Units
Residents 1,000
Local ID Units Upon Completion
1,000
The primary purpose of the project is to help:
Funding Sources:
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
Total Formula
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing
PHA
Other Funding
Total
^ The Homeless ^ Persons with HIV/AIDS ^ Persons with Disabilities ^ Public Housing Needs
$24,600.00
...................................................................
$24,600.00
...................................................................
$24,600.00
...................................................................
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Appendix B.3(f)
Jurisdiction's Name:
Priority Need:
Project Title:
Description
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
City of Meridian, Idaho
Suitable Living Environment -Public Services
Meridian Boys & Girls Club
CDBG funding will assist the Meridian Boys and Girls Club in providing scholarships to children of LMI
households for the purpose of attending the Club's fee based programs.
Objective category: ®Suitable Living Environment ^ Decent Housing ^ Economic Opportunity
Outcome category: ®Availability/Accessibility ^ Affordability ^ Sustainability
Location/Target Area
Meridian Boys and Girls Club - 91 1 N. Meridian Road, Census Tract 10322, Block Group 1.
Objective Number Project ID
SL3.3
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
OSD 24 CFR § 570.201 e)
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Subreci ient LMC
Start Date Completion Date
10/0l /2011 09/30/2012
Performance Indicator Annual Units
Residents 30
Local ID Units Upon Completion
30
The primary purpose of the project is to help:
Funding Sources:
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
Total Formula
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing
PHA
Other Funding
Total
^ The Homeless ^ Persons with HIV/AIDS ^ Persons with Disabilities ^ Public Housing Needs
$10,000.00
...................................................................
$10,000.00
...................................................................
$10,000.00
...................................................................
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Appendix B.3(g)
Jurisdiction's Name:
Priority Need:
Project Title
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
City of Meridian, Idaho
Economic Development
Facade Improvements
Description
Partner with Meridian Development Corporation to complete one facade improvement project to address slum
and blight in the Urban Renewal Area.
Objective category: ^ Suitable Living Environment ^ Decent Housing ®Economic Opportunity
Outcome category: ®Availability/Accessibility ^ Affordability ^ Sustainability
Location/TargetAreg
Project. will be located within the City's urban renewal area. The exact location will be determined by the MDC
Board.
Objective Number Project ID
E03.1
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
14E 24 CFR § 570.202(a)(3)
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Subreci Tent SBA
Start Date Completion Date
10/O1 /2011 09/30/2012
Performance Annual Units
Indicator: 1
Facades im roved
Local ID Units Upon Completion
1
The primary purpose of the prgject is to help:
Funding Sources:
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
Total Formula
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing
PHA
Other Funding
Total
^ The Homeless ^ Persons with HIV/AIDS ^ Persons with Disabilities ^ Public Housing Needs
$40,000.00
...................................................................
$40,000.00
...................................................................
$40,000.00
...................................................................
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Appendix B.3(h)
Table 3C
Consolidated Plan Listing of Projects
Jurisdiction's Name: City of Meridian, Idaho
Priority Need: Suitable Living Environment
Infrastructure Improvement/Public Facilities
Project Title: Pedestrian Lighting
Description (FALL-BACK ACTIVITY)
Should any activity proposed in PY20] 1 fail to move forward, the City will design and install pedestrian
lighting improvements along one or two roadway segments in the LMI area around Downtown. The first
roadway segment proposed for pedestrian lighting is Cherry Lane along the frontage of the Meridian Middle
School The second roadway segment would be on Camellia and Washington from just east of Linder Road to
8`n Street.
Objective category: ®Suitable Living Environment ^ Decent Housing ^ Economic Opportunity
Outcome category: ^ Availability/Accessibility ^ Affordability ®Sustainability
Location/Target Area
Census Tract 10322, Block Group 1 (45.01% LMI)
Objective Number Project ID
SL1.1
HUD Matrix Code CDBG Citation
03K 24 CFR § 570.201(c)
Type of Recipient CDBG National Objective
Subreci Tent LMA
Start Date Completion Date
10/0l /2011 09/30/2012
Performance Indicator Annual Units
Completed Facility 2
Local ID Units Upon Completion
2
Funding Sources:
CDBG
ESG
HOME
HOPWA
Total Formula
Prior Year Funds
Assisted Housing
PHA
Other Funding
Total
$75,000.00
...................................................................
$75,000.00
...................................................................
$75,000.00
...................................................................
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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APPENDIX C: CERTIFICATIONS
CPMP Non-State Grantee
Certifications
Many elements of this document may be completed electronically, however a
signature must be manually applied and the document must be submitted in paper form to the
Field Office.
^ This certification does not apply.
® This certification is applicable.
NON-STATE GOVERNMENT CERTIFICATIONS
In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the consolidated plan
regulations, the jurisdiction certifies that:
Affirmatively Further Fair Housing -- The jurisdiction will affirmatively further fair housing, which means it will conduct an
analysis of impediments to fair housing choice within the jurisdiction, take appropriate actions to overcome the effects of any
impediments identified through that analysis, and maintain records reflecting that analysis and actions in this regard.
Anti-displacement and Relocation Plan -- It will comply with the acquisition and relocation requirements of the Uniform
Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, and implementing regulations at 49 CFR 24;
and it has in effect and is following a residential antidisplacement and relocation assistance plan required under section 104(d) of the
Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, in connection with any activity assisted with funding under the
CDBG or HOME programs.
Drug Free Workplace -- It will or will continue to provide adrug-free workplace by:
1. Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a
controlled substance is prohibited in the grantee's workplace and specifying the actions that will be taken against employees for
violation of such prohibition;
2. Establishing an ongoing drug-free awareness program to inform employees about -
a. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
b. The grantee's policy of maintaining adrug-free workplace;
c. Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs; and
d. The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations occurring in the workplace;
3. Making it a requirement that each employee to be engaged in the performance of the grant be given a copy of the statement
required by paragraph 1;
4. Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph 1 that, as a condition of employment under the grant, the
employee will -
a. Abide by the terms of the statement; and
b. Notify the employer in writing of his or her conviction for a violation of a criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace no
later than five calendar days after such conviction;
5. Notifying the agency in writing, within ten calendar days after receiving notice under subparagraph 4(b) from an employee or
otherwise receiving actual notice of such conviction. Employers of convicted employees must provide notice, including position
title, to every grant officer or other designee on whose grant activity the convicted employee was working, unless the Federal
agency has designated a central point for the receipt of such notices. Notice shall include the identification number(s) of each
affected grant;
6. Taking one of the following actions, within 30 calendar days of receiving notice under subparagraph 4(b), with respect to any
employee who is so convicted -
a. Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and including termination, consistent with the
requirements of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or
b. Requiring such employee to participate satisfactorily in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program approved for such
purposes by a Federal, state, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency;
7. Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain adrug-free workplace through implementation of paragraphs 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 anc
6.
Anti-Lobbying -- To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief:
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8. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of it, to any
person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member
of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress
in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the
entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension,
continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or
cooperative agreement;
9. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any
person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or
employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or
cooperative agreement, it will complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance
with
its instructions; and
10. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti-lobbying certification be
included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants,
and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all
subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.
Authority of Jurisdiction -- The consolidated plan is authorized under State and local law (as applicable) and the jurisdiction
possesses the legal authority to carry out the programs for which it is seeking funding, in accordance with applicable HUD
regulations.
Consistency with plan -- The housing activities to be undertaken with CDBG, HOME, ESG, and HOPWA funds are consistent with
the strategic plan.
Section 3 -- It will comply with section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, and implementing regulations at 24
CFR Part 135.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Name
Title
33 E. Broadwa
Address
Meridian, Idaho 83642
City/State/Zip
208-888-4433
Telephone Number
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Specific CDBG Certifications
The Entitlement Community certifies that
Citizen Participation -- It is in full compliance and following a detailed citizen participation plan that satisfies the requirements of
24 CFR 91.105.
Community Development Plan -- Its consolidated housing and community development plan identifies community development
and housing needs and specifies both short-term and long-term community development objectives that provide decent housing,
expand economic opportunities primarily for persons of low and moderate income. (See CFR 24 570.2 and CFR 24 part 570)
Following aPlan -- It is following a current consolidated plan (or Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy) that has been
approved by HUD.
Use of Funds -- It has complied with the following criteria
11. Maximum Feasible Priority -With respect to activities expected to be assisted with CDBG funds, it certifies that it has developed
its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to activities which benefit low and moderate income families or aid in the
prevention or elimination of slums or blight. The Action Plan may also include activities which the grantee certifies are designed
to meet other community development needs having a particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and
immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community, and other financial resources are not available);
12. Overall Benefit -The aggregate use of CDBG funds including section 108 guaranteed loans during program year(s) 2007, 2008,
2009, (a period specified by the grantee consisting of one, two, or three specific consecutive program years), shall principally
benefit persons of low and moderate income in a manner that ensures that at least 70 percent of the amount is expended for
activities that benefit such persons during the designated period;
13. Special Assessments - It will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted with CDBG funds including
Section 108 loan guaranteed funds by assessing any amount against properties owned and occupied by persons of low and
moderate income, including any fee charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining access to such public
improvements.
However, if CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of a fee or assessment that relates to the capital costs of public
improvements (assisted in part with CDBG funds) financed from other revenue sources, an assessment or charge may be made
against the property with respect to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds.
The jurisdiction will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted with CDBG funds, including Section
108, unless CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of fee or assessment attributable to the capital costs of public
improvements financed from other revenue sources. In this case, an assessment or charge may be made against the property
with respect to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds. Also, in the case of properties owned and
occupied by moderate-income (not low-income) families, an assessment or charge may be made against the property for public
improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds if the jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG funds to cover the
assessment.
Excessive Force -- It has adopted and is enforcing
14. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its jurisdiction against any individuals
engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations; and
15. A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring entrance to or exit from a facility or location which
is the subject of such non-violent civil rights demonstrations within its jurisdiction;
Compliance With Anti-discrimination laws -- The grant will be conducted and administered in conformity with title VI of the Civil
Rights Act of 1964 (42 USC 2000d), the Fair Housing Act (42 USC 3601-3619), and implementing regulations.
Lead-Based Paint -- Its activities concerning lead-based paint will comply with the requirements of part 35, subparts A, B, J, K and
R, of title 24;
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Compliance with Laws -- It will comply with applicable laws.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Name
Title
33 E. Broadwa
Address
Meridian, Idaho 83642
City/State/Zip
208-888-4433
Telephone Number
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OPTIONAL CERTIFICATION
CDBG
Submit the following certification only when one or more of the activities in the action plan are designed to
meet other community development needs having a particular urgency as specified in 24 CFR 570.208(c):
The grantee hereby certifies that the Annual Plan includes one or more specifically identified CDBG-assisted activities, which
are designed to meet other community development needs having a particular urgency because existing conditions pose a
serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community and other financial resources are not available to
meet such needs.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Name
Title
Address
City/State/Zip
Telephone Number
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Specific HOME Certifications
The HOME participating jurisdiction certifies that:
Tenant Based Rental Assistance -- If the participating jurisdiction intends to provide tenant-based rental assistance:
The use of HOME funds for tenant-based rental assistance is an essential element of the participating jurisdiction's
consolidated plan for expanding the supply, affordability, and availability of decent, safe, sanitary, and affordable housing.
Eligible Activities and Costs -- it is using and will use HOME funds for eligible activities and costs, as described in 24 CFR § 92.205
through 92.209 and that it is not using and will not use HOME funds for prohibited activities, as described in § 92.214.
Appropriate Financial Assistance -- before committing any funds to a project, it will evaluate the project in accordance with the
guidelines that it adopts for this purpose and will not invest any more HOME funds in combination with other Federal assistance than
is necessary to provide affordable housing;
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Name
Title
Address
City/State/Zip
Telephone Number
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HOPWA Certifications
The HOPWA grantee certifies that:
Activities -- Activities funded under the program will meet urgent needs that are not being met by available public and private
sources.
Building --Any building or structure assisted under that program shall be operated for the purpose specified in the plan:
1. For at least 10 years in the case of assistance involving new construction, substantial rehabilitation, or acquisition of a facility,
2. For at least 3 years in the case of assistance involving non-substantial rehabilitation or repair of a building or structure.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Name
Title
Address
City/State/Zip
Telephone Number
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ESG Certifications
I, Mayor Tammy de Weerd, Chief Executive Officer of Error! Not a valid link., certify that the local
government will ensure the provision of the matching supplemental funds required by the regulation at 24
CFR 576.51. I have attached to this certification a description of the sources and amounts of such
supplemental funds.
I further certify that the local government will comply with:
1. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.53 concerning the continued use of buildings for which Emergency
Shelter Grants are used for rehabilitation or conversion of buildings for use as emergency shelters for the
homeless; or when funds are used solely for operating costs or essential services.
2. The building standards requirement of 24 CFR 576.55.
3. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.56, concerning assurances on services and other assistance to the
homeless.
4. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.57, other appropriate provisions of 24 CFR Part 576, and other
applicable federal laws concerning nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.
5. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.59(b) concerning the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property
Acquisition Policies Act of 1970.
6. The requirement of 24 CFR 576.59 concerning minimizing the displacement of persons as a result of a
project assisted with these funds.
7. The requirements of 24 CFR Part 24 concerning the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988.
8. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.56(a) and 576.65(b) that grantees develop and implement procedures
to ensure the confidentiality of records pertaining to any individual provided family violence prevention
or treatment services under any project assisted with ESG funds and that the address or location of any
family violence shelter project will not be made public, except with written authorization of the person or
persons responsible for the operation of such shelter.
9. The requirement that recipients involve themselves, to the maximum extent practicable and where
appropriate, homeless individuals and families in policymaking, renovating, maintaining, and operating
facilities assisted under the ESG program, and in providing services for occupants of these facilities as
provided by 24 CFR 76.56.
10. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.57(e) dealing with the provisions of, and regulations and procedures
applicable with respect to the environmental review responsibilities under the National Environmental
Policy Act of 1969 and related authorities as specified in 24 CFR Part 58.
11. The requirements of 24 CFR 576.21(a)(4) providing that the funding of homeless prevention activities for
families that have received eviction notices or notices of termination of utility services will meet the
requirements that: (A) the inability of the family to make the required payments must be the result of a
sudden reduction in income; (B) the assistance must be necessary to avoid eviction of the family or
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termination of the services to the family; (C) there must be a reasonable prospect that the family will be
able to resume payments within a reasonable period of time; and (D) the assistance must not supplant
funding for preexisting homeless prevention activities from any other source.
12. The new requirement of the McKinney-Vento Act (42 USC 11362) to develop and implement, to the
maximum extent practicable and where appropriate, policies and protocols for the discharge of persons
from publicly funded institutions or systems of care (such as health care facilities, foster care or other
youth facilities, or correction programs and institutions) in order to prevent such discharge from
immediately resulting in homelessness for such persons. I further understand that state and local
governments are primarily responsible for the care of these individuals, and that ESG funds are not to
be used to assist such persons in place of state and local resources.
13. HUD's standards for participation in a local Homeless Management Information System (HMIs) and the
collection and reporting of client-level information.
I further certify that the submission of a completed and approved Consolidated Plan with its certifications,
which act as the application for an Emergency Shelter Grant, is authorized under state and/or local law, and
that the local government possesses legal authority to carry out grant activities in accordance with the
applicable laws and regulations of the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Name
Title
33 E. Broadwa
Address
Meridian, Idaho 83642
City/State/Zip
208-888-4433
Telephone Number
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APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS
Instructions Concerning Lobbying and Drug-Free Workplace Requirements
Lobbying Certification
This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into.
Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S.
Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more
than $100,000 for each such failure.
Drug-Free Workplace Certification
3. By signing and/or submitting this application or grant agreement, the grantee is providing the certification.
4. The certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance is placed when the agency awards the grant. If it is
later determined that the grantee knowingly rendered a false certification, or otherwise violates the requirements of the Drug-
Free Workplace Act, HUD, in addition to any other remedies available to the Federal Government, may take action authorized
under the Drug-Free Workplace Act.
5. Workplaces under grants, for grantees other than individuals, need not be identified on the certification. If known, they may be
identified in the grant application. If the grantee does not identify the workplaces at the time of application, or upon award, if
there is no application, the grantee must keep the identity of the workplace(s) on file in its office and make the information
available for Federal inspection. Failure to identify all known workplaces constitutes a violation of the grantee's drug-free
workplace requirements.
6. Workplace identifications must include the actual address of buildings (or parts of buildings) or other sites where work under the
grant takes place. Categorical descriptions may be used (e.g., all vehicles of a mass transit authority or State highway
department while in operation, State employees in each local unemployment office, performers in concert halls or radio
stations).
7. If the workplace identified to the agency changes during the performance of the grant, the grantee shall inform the agency of
the change(s), if it previously identified the workplaces in question (see paragraph three).
8. The grantee may insert in the space provided below the site(s) for the performance of work done in connection with the specific
grant: Place of Performance (Street address, city, county, state, zip code)
Check if there are workplaces on file that are not identified here. The certification with regard to the drug-free workplace is
required by 24 CFR part 21.
Place Name Street Cit Count State Zj
Meridian Cit Hall 33 E. Broadwa Meridian Ada ID 83642
9. Definitions of terms in the Nonprocurement Suspension and Debarment common rule and Drug-Free Workplace common rule
apply to this certification. Grantees' attention is called, in particular, to the following definitions from these rules: "Controlled
substance" means a controlled substance in Schedules I through V of the Controlled
Substances Act (21 U.S.C. 812) and as further defined by regulation (21 CFR 1308.11 through
1308.15); "Conviction" means a finding of guilt (including a plea of nolo contendere) or imposition of sentence, or both, by any
judicial body charged with the responsibility to determine violations of the Federal or State criminal drug statutes; "Criminal
drug statute" means a Federal or non-Federal criminal statute involving the manufacture, distribution, dispensing, use, or
possession of any controlled substance; "Employee" means the employee of a grantee directly engaged in the performance of
work under a grant, including:
a. All "direct charge" employees;
b. all "indirect charge" employees unless their impact or involvement is insignificant to the performance of the grant; and
c. temporary personnel and consultants who are directly engaged in the performance of work under the grant and who are on
the grantee's payroll. This definition does not include workers not on the payroll of the grantee (e.g., volunteers, even if
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used to meet a matching requirement; consultants or independent contractors not on the grantee's payroll; or employees of
subrecipients or subcontractors in covered workplaces).
Note that by signing these certifications, certain documents must completed, in use, and on file for verification. These documents
include:
1. Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing
2. Citizen Participation Plan
3. Anti-displacement and Relocation Plan
Signature/Authorized Official Date
Name
Title
33 E. Broadwa
Address
Meridian Idaho 83642
City/State/Zip
208-888-4433
Telephone Number
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APPENDIX D: SF 424
OMB Number: 4040-0004
Expiration Date: 01/31/2009
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 version 02
`1. Type of Submission: `2. Type of Application ~ If Revision, select appropriate letter(s)
^ Preapplication ^ New
® Application ®Continuation `Other (Specify)
^ Changed/Corrected Application ^ Revision
3. Date Received: 4. Applicant Identifier:
5a. Federal Entity Identifier: "5b. Federal Award Identifier:
State Use Only:
6. Date Received by State: 7. State Application Identifier:
8. APPLICANT INFORMATION:
`a. Legal Name: CITY OF MERIDIAN, IDAHO
`b. Employer/Taxpayer Identification Number {EIN/TIN): `c. Organizational DUNS:
82-6000225 028 451 367
d. Address:
'Street 1: 33 E. Broadway
Street 2:
'City: Meridian
County: Ada
'State: Idaho
Province:
'Country: USA
"Zip /Postal Code 83642
e. Organizational Unit:
Department Name: Division Name:
Meridian Planning Department
f. Name and contact information of person to be contacted on matters involving this application:
Prefix: 'First Name: Caleb
Middle Name:
`Last Name: Hood
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Suffix:
Title: Planning Manager
Organizational Affiliation:
'Telephone Number: 208-884-5533 Fax Number: 208-888-6854
*Email: choodQa meridiancity.org
OMB Number: 4040-0004
Expiration Date: 01/31/2009
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 Version 02
*9. Type of Applicant 1: Select Applicant Type:
C. City or Township Government
Type of Applicant 2: Select Applicant Type:
Type of Applicant 3: Select Applicant Type:
*Other (Specify)
*10 Name of Federal Agency:
HUD
11. Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number:
CFDA Title:
*12 Funding Opportunity Number:
14.218
*Title:
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT/ENTITLEMENT GRANTS
13. Competition Identification Number:
Title:
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14. Areas Affected by Project (Cities, Counties, States, etc.):
CITY OF MERIDIAN, IDAHO
"15. Descriptive Title of Applicant's Project:
Investment funds to create/sustain suitable living environments, expand affordable housing opportunities, eliminate slum and blight,
and administer the CDBG program.
OMB Number: 4040-0004
Expiration Date: 01/31/2009
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 Version 02
16. Congressional Districts Of:
`a. Applicant: 1 `b. Program/Project: 1
17. Proposed Project:
"a. Start Date: 10/01 /2011 "b. End Date: 09/30/2012
18. Estimated Funding ($):
'a. Federal 230,709.00
'b. Applicant
'c. State
`d. Local
'e. Other
'f. Program Income
'g. TOTAL 230,709.00
*19. Is Application Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12372 Process?
^ a. This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process for review on
^ b. Program is subject to E.O. 12372 but has not been selected by the State for review.
® c. Program is not covered by E. O. 12372
"20. Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt? (If "Yes", provide explanation.)
^ Yes ® No
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21. *By signing this application, I certify (1) to the statements contained in the list of certifications** and (2) that the statements
herein are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also provide the required assurances** and agree to comply
with any resulting terms if I accept an award. I am aware that any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may subject
me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties. (U. S. Code, Title 218, Section 1001)
® ** I AGREE
** The list of certifications and assurances, or an Internet site where you may obtain this list, is contained in the announcement or
agency specific instructions
Authorized Representative:
Prefix: *First Name: Tammy
Middle Name:
*Last Name: De Weerd
Suffix:
*Title: Mayor
*Telephone Number: 208-888-4433 Fax Number: 208-884-8723
* Email: deweerdt~a meridiancity.org
"Signature of Authorized Representative: *Date Signed:
Authorized for Local Reproduction
Standard Form 424 (Revised 10/2005)
Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102
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OMB Number: 4040-0004
Expiration Date: 01/31/2009
Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 version 02
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*Applicant Federal Debt Delinquency Explanation
The following should contain an explanation if the Applicant organization is delinquent of any Federal Debt.
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pratzd?d helot.. app:icsuts rivet Gansu]: a_ency 7sst°4ctions :a dEterrii~a spEaSc :equirEria~:s
I:er° F-~-,, test =n:r•:
1. Type of Submission: (Requ •.c1: Select one type of=_..c~iiss o° in 1C. Name I~f Federal Agency: ;P.eauired; Ent_r:he ^ar^rE o':he
cccnJance vrl:h 3yEnC'y ^s:ruc.ians. =Eden! agency Fc,rt 5s^ :h assistan.e s bEing requester 5ti•ith
• 'r_aoplicaticn :hls app~~icat!an.
Ap o ica:ion
~C#•+anged,Carreced ~.pplicat _•^ - li •Eques:ed by the a•yr:•nt•p, chECK 11 Catalog Of Federal Domestic Assistance Number.+Title
i' :his subrclssion s tc c^ange • r cerreci a :rev ~?~slt submited -n:erhE Cata!c•, c= =edera Ccr~=st :Assistance r~urrc-r a-~
apc .aaan...nIe55 requester by :he aaenay a:~.'~ica^ts may no: title of :hE G'^grarc UnC=' WhIG" assS:iG:r_ Is reC..cS:Ed, 35
use :his .a submit changes attar :he closing dale. =aund it :he eragram a^^auncE^'e^:, i` aor~ rah e.
~. Type oflipplicatian: (P,~;uiredi Select anE:ype of applicatic^ in J2. Funding Opportunity Number+Title: ;=!eq.. •Ydl =^tert'-
a.xordance •ai:h .~yrr~c'y "s:ruc:ions. =ending :v+ppcruni:y P•L~rbe• and tae of t^= cppc^:un':y um:e-
f,e5r•-An a~plica:ion t^at is being s..criia~a Coon, age^cy `arhe .,.~..^ as=_~sra°ce isreques:ed, as =aund in :he pragran-+
`vs::ime. anm:•~ nce^ien:.
• Cant nuata^ -.An extens an for an a,cdit•a^al `unding~budge: r=rind 13. Lampe+xtion Identification Number,'Title:.^:er t^=
`ara prc,-~t with a projected trc~np orlon date. "^ s ca^ include ~_z+mcet: an Iden:if•_a:ian P•Ju^tber and t: e c the cc r,Fe:it :+^
re^ewals. unc _- 5vr c - as_ st_ nos it. req~esed• i= apt .ab =.
• ^:e4'SICn -!±.n~ :"arsge " :fie Fede'3 t7C'JernmenC~S f ^an~ 3
cb yafic^ or cc"tinge^' iabilitp frc~7 are existing obllga:ion f a
re•aisor:
enter ;he appropriate et".ens}. More t^a^ ene may be
,
selected. If'v:her""' is selectee, cleasr specfy in text6cx oraviced. J=. Areas Affected fsy Project: List the areas cre-:it:E=_ us ^g
A. Increas= Award 9. a~^rease A~'~a~,; :he ca:E~aries ~:e.g ,cities. cc~^ties, sta:ES, etc.; s.-,~e~ fiec ^,
G IncrEas_ Gunton D_ Decreasa Guratan age^cy inst^}c-tans. Use :he cc^:inua:ian sra~ite en*.er
E. Wither is -vi' and Clonal areas, if neeca•..
3. Date Received: _eave t"is fEC bla^•: This date •rrill be assigned bf t^e tc. Descriptive Ti+Je of fipplicant's Project: ;Peq., •-d~ =":Fr a
Fed=•.? ago^ef. bref cescriptiae tale of t^- prc.-_:. f appro~"iate. atac^ a
map shcvring project lacat;cn fe ~.. ~~onst'...=lion .•'rea
4. AppJi~ant Identifier. EntE•:he =nti;j iden:if _• ass•y^ed c~y the F_deral prcc="tY p•e.;ec:s;. Fcr preac. cations, attach a s~rimarf
agency i` 3^y c• appl can; s a_^trcl nurcbEr, if ap. tab =. desc•nt;c^ o=:he c•oiec:.
5a Federal Entity Identifier: =nte-the ^~~the•assig"ed:o your 12. Congressiona0 Districts Of: iRequired; iBa =n:erihe
~rgani~ac^ by :he Federal Age"cy, if ann. app .an:'=_. Cangressia"al Cis:riot a", 1?c. EntE• all C s:ric:l=_.
5b. Federal Award identifier =ar ^_,+ app,cat _•^s IEa+,~ bla^r. Fars a~eeted by :he program or prc.ec:. Enter in t^e =onrat
an:inua:ian or re~risian :a an ~xisiing a5r~ard, en:Er the pre': taus y characters ;a*.e A.bfirev ate" - . •=haract?•s Dist"•~: hurcoer,
assigned F-,oral aurard iden:ife• nu~tber f a cha^~ged~com?ctec E g., ~A-C-~''af vall'amla Fy' dist-ct. CA~_'? `ar ^a fornia 1'`'
applicsticn. _"ter t^= =ederai Icentfier in aeaxdancE 5w•it^ age^=;• dist•et, P•Jw-103 f^ M1art^Carolina's '.._ : s:r c:.
nSTUGLCnS. • I` a congress v u'.I dist'C:5 in a 51a:F a"E a7ei:ed. Fn:?f
9. Dave Received by State: Leav_ :his f eld ~ ank. This date .vi be 'all' fort^- dist'et number. e.g-. Pd~-all fc • a.
asst ned b~• t^e 3:a:e, if a !l'ob'e ~_~"gyre=_sianal districts in Marr and.
-. State Appiicatian Identifier: Lea•:e:h y=ield blank. -h s dentfler.•r I` ^atcn•/ride .e. al dlStfiCtS ~rri:hin all st.a:es a•e a'fE_t=c,
_e ass grEd cy t^E 3:ate. if applicatdE. Enta• .. .•-a'
1=:heo•agram~~~-o:ec: __autsidFthe!,r,?ntF•C=-;.~2,?.
E.. Appii~anilnformation ."tart^e'allo5ving "ac^c•~"ance5ti•th agency
ns:ruc:icns:
a. Legal Name (Requir_.:•: Er~t_• the =gal ^arte of apt can: :ha:will 1?. 'Proposed Pra t:•at Star. and End Dates: ;Re:~ •ed: F^te>:^~
~
.,ndertake t^. assstano- aci•.+itg. This is :he ^ari-that t^e arm^i~a:ian prc.•_sed s:ar.
c_:e ^d _^: Cate cf t^e :~_.E_:.
^as registE•_. 5vik^ the ;antral vontractor P.agisr,~. In~am•atic^ on
-e iserin 5v:h CtiP. ma~~ be obtained b u sitin :he Grans aY websde
b_ Employen'Taxpayer Number (EIN~TtN): fP.equired; =Tier t^e
=rtp cyan ar Tati:payer den:ficaG_n P,urcber ;.IF, •=-Tlf,j a_ a_signed 6y 12. Estimated Funding: ,=.equ r_c; =mar the ar,-•:.:nt rEq+-ISSt-
:he I^:ema Rene^.,- .=e^dice. 'f your •_•gani~atic" is nc: ^ :he JS e^ter onto be x^:nbu;ed during tha frst funding: budge: ceriad Ly
4~1}w4~~a. eachacn:ribu:ar.'Sralu=g=in-rind c.^:ribu:iansshauld be
c.OrgaE^.ixatiarsal DUNS: i=Equired;En:er:hE organi~atan=_ CSI".~,,,^ included an.apprapria:e nES.as applicablE ft^eacto^ Wit
=r„P•J ='+?• ^ unto=- r?calved from Lvn and 3•ads:reet. In'arna:ion on result in a c.'4,r .hang. tc an ex =_:'r:g a:ra•o, nd rate orli t'-e
rota ^ ^g a CJ".:; -urtt-maj be abtalned ty u sit ng:he Grants ga. amoun:c=:hE :ha"gE. Fc•ce_re.ases, e „.=_e t-= an-~aun:s n
vrebsite. pang^these=_.
d. Address En:Er:he c._+riple:e address as fcllars: Street adds==_s ;_ ^e
nee., •edl, Cir1 ;?equ •a•.;~, Lour+ty, State fP.equired f ccuntrl is ., 51,
' tic. 9s Application Sub.ECt to Review bp• State :Jnder =xacu: vE
-
=rav^ce Coun:rf fRevuired;_
ip;Rcs:al ,~c.e (=equir~e, fi ce.^try s ~
Order 12372 Process. App ,-ants s^a~~ld contact the ataW_
`~'i Slrng = =c:^t cfi Uc^:act ISP~_,•~
i fcr F_._ral =xecut•ae Ober
e. Organizational Unt En:ar:he name cf:he primary organ ~at!anal ,
t?3?3 :a ,.- arminE 5M•^a:he• t^E a~clica;ion is s..aEe.:a :hE
.:r+itland~e arn-artar_4',sion =acslicac- :f at5a~clu^eErta~:ethe
3=_sis:an~.:e ~:: ~r:•~ _ -~~ liaatde. State in:erga•:erne-ent~ review prcces=_ °- Ec::h?
f. Mame a^d c~~nta:xrynfarmation of person to 6~e contacted an app^o~riat= bc,:. 1='a.- s s?:-,ted, enter :he daie the
nnatters anvol~:i^g this application =^:ert^_ na~te iF •stand last narce app ca:ian was subrrired tc t^= S:ate
•equir?d; .••;ani~sacna a`f,ii~:ion iif affilia:?d ~•+i:h an crganiia:ian aver
than t^= ap.• can: ~_•gani~sLCn:.:eiep^~ one n,~the• iR.eauired; iax 2C. Is the Applicant delinquent on any Federal fJebt?
^ur^.•_•, and eria add•_ss ~equir»; a` :h? pers;.r~ :c :an:ac: •_r~ ~:equired;~ 5elea t^e ao-cro-pria;e ~:a: This quest~ar~ a::lie=_ G
~iaae•s relat_ d :a :h's a c c ica:ian -.he 3C ~diCa^; argani~at~_•^, not the c-r=_c ^ a•ha signs _ss :he
au:horiaed repres~nia:iv_. Ca:egc^es of deb: include
del ^cuent audit c!sa _wances. iaans and taxes.
f ~•es, includ? ~, _ 'a^a::cn an th= ~=nti^~aticn =_.^eet.
a. Typ? o= Act can:: iReauir?d; 21. Auihcrized Represen:ati~Je :R?qu -. d'. To ce sign?d and
=elect ~p:a:hrer appli~an:yp=:s; ir e 3_car~ancetiti~it^ ag=-_ dared by t^e au:hor:zed •epreserrta:ive cf:he applicant
ns:ructicns. crga^ za:ian. =n:er the nacre ;First and last ^an= requ -~,:~
5:ata Cic~Jemmen: M. N~~~npraf:.+i:h `~ iC3 P._ :ale iP.eauired; :eleph~:r^=numberiR=quiredi `ax member
Caunty Gaaernn-?rt Sta.bJS ,~ah?• t^ar in=_tl:ut _~^ and erc:aii acdre=_s fRe~~..ired;t oftha person aut^or¢?-. to sign
~~ity~ ~_r To~x•^sh'c C~cvernment of -iah,er E~uc_:'c^; *ar ;he applicant.
~ ac_^ial C strict vcv?mgt?n: P.. N.~npraf:.+i:hau:::' ~;3 I?S A ~=:y of t^e gcvemi^y 6cdy's authori=al _^ `ar you to sign
_ ?egional Organ ~a:ian Status :uthe• t^an Insti:ut•_^ :his applicat an as :he afficial •_cres=^:arive rc.us: c= cn f e in
i= ,,.~. -er•:anr c• Pcssessian of '-igher Eduaa:ic^? :he a.;plica^:'s cr7.e f•vertair~ F?d?•a ag?^ties ntal r?,sire
.,. ndepenc_^t ~.c^oal Jis:rict C:. Private I^s:it,':ian of H aher :hat Iris aut^ ants:icn be suh^tit:ed as par. of the app =align.;
-I ?., ,, c,Sta:e Cc^:rcllec Educatcn
ns:it.tic- o= -igher Educatic^ ' I^ciuic~a.l
I ndian.PJa:iae,fi~7eriaanTriba 0. F~_r-Proft,?rgani=atc~^
v"c•:?mmen: ~ =?d?ray i ~:t-ter than Sn-all ?..inessl
:e>r_~ani~_.:~ t. Sn-all3..sin_ss
J rdian,Na:iver~~tehcanTriba Hspa^:-sere^g ns:i:uv_•^
vc•aemmen: ~C.:hertha^ T. H s:orically Flack ~.o eaes
=ederall~,•~ecagn~_e~:; andU^•.~erst=s;HBvU=_;
ndian,tla:iaeA~ierican .,. T-hallj Car~t•c',eci v'olleges
Tribally C+es ana~ed and U^ vers~i es t-CCJs;~
C"y3n¢z:ian
' .. Alaska hlative and r, at ue
_.
°~c c,lrn~ an =ousina Ha..ai a^ tie^Jing I^stitu:ions
Au:har:y '.':. N~sn-darcestic fncn-JS;
Entity
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APPENDIX E: PROOF OF PUBLICATION -COMMENT PERIOD
LEGaL N6TICE
C>ffY 4F 0.AERIDIA,N
Ni7T1CE OF PUBLIC HEARING
A1VD PJELJG Ct?h1h'fE1JT
PERIOD
Re~arang Mierid'IarPs Com
rnurrty Ueveloprnert Bbck
Grant ICDBG) Program
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