AGENDA
CITY OF EL CENTRO
CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY, APRIL 13, 2023
City Hall Special Meeting 12:00 PM
CITY HALL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1275 MAIN STREET
EL CENTRO, CA 92243
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And
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Mayor & Council Members may be reached at (760) 336-8989 Mayor: Martha Cardenas-Singh Interim City Manager: Cedric Ceseña Mayor Pro-Tem: Sylvia Marroquin City Attorney: Elizabeth Martyn Evans Council Members: Edgard Garcia City Clerk: Norma Wyles
Tomás Oliva
Sonia Carter
12:00 PM OPEN SESSION
ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND MAY VARY
CALL TO ORDER:
ROLL CALL BY CITY CLERK
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
12:05 PM (TIME MAY VARY) PUBLIC COMMENTS
Any person wishing to address the City Council on any matter on this agenda, is asked to complete a “Speakers Slip” and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Unless the Mayor extends the time, there is a three-minute time limit for each public comment. No comments on non-agenda items will be head at this Special Meeting.
12:10-12:30 PM PUBLIC HEARING
1. Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION:
1. Open Public Hearing and solicit input on the Draft CDBG Program One-Year Action Plan for the 2023-2024 Program Year.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING THE ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN FOR THE 2023-2024 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
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12:30-12:45 NEW BUSINESS
2. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the rejection and rebid of S.
Imperial Ave. Phase I & II combined bid.
PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, PE
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO RESCINDING RESOLUTION NOS. 23-07 AND 23-08 AND
REJECTING ALL BIDS AND AUTHORIZING THE RE-ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDS FOR THE EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM INTERSTATE 8 TO
WAKE AVENUE AND WAKE AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE (PHASE I)
TOGETHER WITH EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM WAKE AVENUE
TO DANENBERG AVENUE AND DANENBERG AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL
AVENUE (PHASE II)
3. Letter of Support for Central Union High School District - Renew America's Schools Grant
PRESENTATION: Cedric Cesena, Interim City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend providing Letter of Support for Central Union High School District. 12:45 PM CLOSED SESSION - CONFERENCE ROOM "A"
ROLL CALL (Open Session)
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT:
Any member of the public wishing to address the City Council on any matter appearing on the closed session may do so at this time. Unless the Mayor extends the time limit, remarks shall be limited to three (3) minutes. Additional opportunities for Public Comments will be given during and at the end of the meeting.
CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNS INTO CLOSED SESSION
POSSIBLE LITIGATION
A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council upon the advice of its legal counsel, and based upon existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant possibility that the City will initiate litigation under Govt Code Section 54956.9(d)(2).
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ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council upon the advice of its legal counsel, and based upon existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant possibility of initiation of litigation against the City under Govt. Code Section 54956.9(d)(2).
ADJOURNMENT
Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet will be available for public inspection at the Office of the City Clerk, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California 92243, Monday-Friday during normal business hours.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the office of the City Clerk at (760)337-4515. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangement to assure accessibility to this meeting.
City Council of the City of El Centro Meeting: 04/13/23 12:00 PM 1275 Main Street Department: Community Services
El Centro, CA 92243 Category: Public Hearing
Prepared By: Clara Obeso
SCHEDULED Department Head: Adriana Nava
ACTION ITEM (ID # 5880) DOC ID: 5880
Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
1. Open Public Hearing and solicit input on the Draft CDBG Program One-Year Action Plan for the 2023-2024 Program Year.
2. Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING THE ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN FOR THE 2023-2024 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND FROM THE U.S.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
FISCAL IMPACT:
The City will receive $563,406 from the CDBG program funded by HUD for program year 2023-2024. The City also anticipates receiving approximately $14,000 from Program Income generated by previous State awarded grants. Therefore, an estimated amount of $577,406 is expected to be available for program year 2023-2024.
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:
Goal #4 Recreation & Lifelong Learning
Goal #5 City Beautification, Engagement & Civic Pride
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE
DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTORS LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC:
N/A
BACKGROUND:
The City of El Centro is designated as an entitlement community by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The City anticipates to have available $577,406 in FY 2023-2024 under the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) to address housing and community development needs.
As a prerequisite for funding under the CDBG Entitlement Program, the City is required to prepare a One-Year Action Plan, which outlines the projects and/or programs the City will use to address its housing and community development needs. The One-Year Action Plan includes a listing of activities that the City will undertake during fiscal year 2023-2024 (July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024) with CDBG funds.
DISCUSSION:
Attached is the "Draft" One-Year Action Plan for fiscal year 2023-2024, which implements the fifth year for the City's 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan. In developing the "Draft" One-Year Action Plan for fiscal year 2023-2024, staff considered public comments, consulted with other City Departments regarding their needs, and the City Council during staff's presentation on February 21, 2023. The proposed 1 Packet Pg. 5
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projects/activities have been determined to be eligible activities and meet the national objectives. As required by HUD, the Plan must be made available for a 30-day public review period, which will begin April 14, 2023 and end May 13, 2023. Upon conclusion of the 30-day public review period, the Plan will be submitted to HUD for review by May 15, 2023.
CONCLUSION:
It is staff's recommendation that the City Council open the public hearing and solicit public input on the 2023-2024 "Draft" One-Year Action Plan prepared for funds under the CDBG Entitlement Program and provide any changes or modifications to the Plan subject to a 30-day public review period and adopt Resolution No. 23- ,
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING THE ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN FOR THE 2023-2024 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUND FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN
DEVELOPMENT
ATTACHMENTS:
• Resolution (PDF)
• Draft Annual Action Plan (PDF)
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03/2023/cdz/A23-0045/Reso/CDBGAnnualAction
PlanFY23-24 1
RESOLUTION NO. 23-
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL
CENTRO APPROVING THE ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN FOR
THE 2023-2024 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT FUND FROM THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING
AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
WHEREAS, the City of El Centro, California ("the City") expects to receive $563,406 of Community Development Block Grant ("CDBG"') entitlement grant funds from the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for FY 2023-2024 for which the City has designated projects in the one-year Action Plan; and WHEREAS, the City also expects to receive $14,000 in CDBG-State generated program income for which it has designated projects in that Action Plan; and WHEREAS, the City has met the requirements set forth at 24 CFR 91 for a noticed public hearing held by the City Council on April 13, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. or as soon thereafter as the agenda permits; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds the projects included in the one year Action Plan for FY 2023-2024consistent with the City of El Centro's 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the foregoing is true, correct, and hereby adopted.
2. That the City Council has reviewed and hereby approves the One-Year Action Plan (2023-2024), subject to the conclusion of the 30-day public review period.
3. That the City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to act on the City's behalf in all matters pertaining to this application.
4. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to enter into and sign the application, agreements and any amendments thereto with HUD for purposes of this grant.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a special meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of 2023.
CITY OF EL CENTRO
By ___________________________
Martha Cardenas-Singh, Mayor
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Attachment: Resolution (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 03/2023/cdz/A23-0045/Reso/CDBGAnnualAction
PlanFY23-24 2
ATTEST:
By_____________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Office of the City Attorney
By_______________________________
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss
CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 23- was duly and regularly adopted at a special meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California held on the day of 2023, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
By___________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
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Attachment: Resolution (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 1 Table of Contents
Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary ........................................................................................2 The Process
PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies ....................................................................... 8 AP-10 Consultation...................................................................................................10 AP-12 Participation ...................................................................................................16 Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources ......................................................................................18 Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives ........................................................................24 Projects
AP-35 Projects ......................................................................................................... 28 AP-38 Project Summary.......................................................................................... 30 AP-50 Geographic Distribution............................................................................... 36 Affordable Housing
AP-55 Affordable Housing .......................................................................................37 AP-60 Public Housing.............................................................................................. 39 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities
AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities.............................................41 Barriers to Affordable
AP-75 Barriers to Affordable Housing.................................................................... 43 Other Actions
AP-85 Other Actions ............................................................................................... 44 Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements ................................................................. 48
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 2 Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
1. Introduction
The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires that all state and local governments prepare an Annual Action Plan that brings needs and resources together to achieve statutory goals, thereby, addressing decent housing, creating a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities for all persons, particularly low and moderate-income residents. This requirement includes the City's federal planning application, and reporting requirements for receiving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
The 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan describes all available resources for housing programs. This Annual Plan also highlights all of the available resources to the City of El Centro for use in carrying out housing, public service and other community development activities.
For the program year 2023-2024, El Centro anticipates receiving $563,406 in CDBG funds. Of the funds received, the City intends to allocate approximately fifteen percent (15%) or $84,494 or public services activities, two percent (2.7%) or $15,000 for housing and public facilities projects, fourteen percent (14%) or $80,000 for Code Enforcement in blighted areas, fortyeight percent (48%) or $271,231 for sidewalks, and twenty percent (20%) or $112,681 for administration.
It is also anticipated that the city will receive an additional $14,000 in Program Income and intends to allocate twenty percent (20%) or $2,800 for Program Administration, fifteen percent (15%) or $2,100 of the Program Income toward Public Services, and the balance of $9,100 will be applied to public facilities projects.
The Annual Action Plan is intended to provide a method to receive input from many different sources. In effect, this document was developed through the combined efforts of City staff, City Council, and through the Citizen Participation process of local non-profit organizations and residents of El Centro.
The staff responsible for overseeing the development of El Centro's 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan is the Community Services Department’s Economic Development Division.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 3 2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan The City has extensive housing and community development needs. The CDBG program alone is not adequate to address the myriad of needs in the community. Recognizing the national objectives of the CDBG program and specific program regulations, the City intends to use CDBG funds to offer programs, services, and projects that create a decent and suitable living environment to benefit low and moderate-income households and those with special needs.
Through the citizen participation process, the City established six priority needs. To address these needs, the City utilized information obtained from the community, stakeholders and past program history to establish objectives / goals to guide the program toward addressing the priority needs.
Priority: Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Objectives / Goals:
Housing Rehabilitation Program
Affordable Rental and Homeownership Opportunities
Increase affordable homeownership opportunities
Code Enforcement
Lead Based Paint Reduction
Asbestos Testing and Removal
Energy Efficiency
Priority: Support Continuum of Care System for the Homeless Objectives / Goals:
Continuum of Care
Public Services for Homeless
Increase Accessibility to Support Agencies
Chronic Homeless Support Services
Priority: Promote Equal Housing Opportunity
Objectives / Goals:
Promote Fair Housing
Comply with Fair Housing Planning Requirements
Priority: Provide Community Facilities and Infrastructure
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 4 Objective / Goal:
Community, Parks, and Recreation Facilities
Improved and New Infrastructure
Sidewalk Improvement Program
ADA Improvements
Graffiti Abatement and Prevention
Priority: Provide Community and Supportive Services
Objective / Goal:
Fire / Safety Equipment
Domestic Violence Support Services
Homeless Women, Children, and Families
Public Services for Homeless
Chronic Homeless Support Services
Crime and Fire Awareness Prevention
Activities for Youth and At-Risk Youth
Support Services for Seniors
Support Services for the LGBT Community
Emergency Public Support Services
Priority: Encourage Economic Development Opportunities
Objective / Goal:
Expand the Economic Base
Employment Opportunities
3. Evaluation of past performance
Over the past 20 years, the City of El Centro has made remarkable progress in achieving many of the goals and objectives included in the City's Five Year Consolidated plans. Unfortunately, due to the continued reduction in allocation of CDBG funds to the City, the number of people assisted with CDBG funds has been significantly reduced. Since 2004, the City has seen an estimated 30% reduction in its allocation and it is anticipated that further reductions will be done in the future. The City has also strived to focus the majority of its public infrastructure and facility needs within neighborhoods with the highest concentration of low- to moderateincome persons.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 5 The City is not the only organization that has been negatively impacted by a reduction in revenue sources. Many, if not all, of the nonprofit agencies the City collaborates with to deliver supportive services have experienced significant reductions in their program budgets over the past five years.
Given the amount of CDBG funds expected to be available during this Annual Action Plan period, the City will focus its efforts on providing assistance to organizations, in most cases, that are well established, have demonstrated the ability to administer their CDBG funds in a timely manner, and have a good delivery system in place to provide services to clients, that meet an identified target group where significant needs exist, or a qualifying target group that requires assistance. All programs and project proposals submitted during the City's Request for Proposal period were evaluated using the following criteria: project feasibility, activity eligibility, whether funding will directly benefit the community, project budget (City has limited the use of CDBG funds for salaries to no more than 20% to nonprofit agencies), leveraging of program with other sources of funding, and past year’s performance with CDBG funds.
The City understands how important it is to continue providing services to the elderly, homeless, those at-risk of becoming homeless, youth, and persons with disabilities, affordable housing activities, and public improvements and facilities that benefit low-to moderate-income persons.
4. Summary of “Citizen Participation Process” and consultation process The successful implementation of a plan occurs when there is broad support for the strategies in the plan. This is evidenced by the involvement of local public officials, business, faith-based organizations, and other community based organizations. The citizen participation and consultation process was created with the intent of obtaining input from stakeholders who are critical to identifying the needs in our community.
A Citizen Participation Plan is an integral component for the receipt of federal funds, which in the City of El Centro's case is under the CDBG program. Such plan establishes the process City staff follows to solicit the necessary public input to create the Five Year Consolidated Plan.
The City's Citizen Participation Plan sets forth the City's policies and procedures for public involvement in El Centro's Consolidated Planning Process. The Economic Development Division of the Community Services Department, acting as the lead agency for the Consolidated Plan is responsible for the citizen participation process and for making available the Consolidated Plan and other CDBG related documents, such as this Annual Action Plan,
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 6 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER), and any Substantial Amendments to the Consolidated Plan or Action Plan.
The essential elements of the citizen participation and consultation process is to encourage public input via community meetings, public hearings, providing full access of CDBG documents, community input at different community events, and the City's website. Below is a summary of the citizen participation process the City completed to prepare this Annual Action Plan.
Information posted on City's website at www.cityofelcentro.org. Published first notice of public meeting and solicitation of public input on November 4, 2022, in Adelante (Spanish newspaper).
Published notice of two public meetings and solicitation of public input on November 4, 2022, in Imperial Valley Press (English newspaper).
First community meeting held at the El Centro Adult Center on November 21, 2022. Second community meeting held at City of El Centro Economic Development office on December 12, 2022.
Action item to City Council on February 21, 2023, regarding the allocation of CDBG Entitlement funds.
Published notice of public hearing and solicitation of public input on March 31, 2023, in Adelante Valle (Spanish newspaper).
Published notice of public hearing and solicitation of public input on April 3, 2023, in Imperial Valley Press (English newspaper).
Public hearing held at El Centro Council Chambers on April 13, 2023, to approve "Draft" Annual Action Plan.
5. Summary of public comments
As part of the Annual Action Plan development, a public hearing was held on April 13, 2023, to solicit input on the City's proposed uses of CDBG funds and to finalize its funding allocations.
The public hearing was held at 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California. A 30-day public review period of the Annual Action Plan was held from April 14, 2023, through May 13, 2023.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 7 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them Currently, the City is pending the end of the Public Comment Period, which is scheduled to end May 13, 2023.
7. Summary
The City of El Centro encourages community participation in the development of the Annual Action Plan. The City's Citizen Participation Plan emphasizes the involvement of low to moderate-income persons, particularly where housing and community development funds are spent. The Citizen Participation process includes a public review period of 30 days to obtain citizen input on the projects or strategies proposed. Public input is very significant during the development of the Annual Action Plan as it enables the City to determine the type of programs and activities to fund in order to continue meeting the needs of the community.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 8 The Process
PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b)
1. Describe agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source.
Agency Role Name Department/Agency
Lead Agency City of El Centro Community Services
CDBG Administrator City of El Centro Community Services Table 1 – Responsible Agencies
Narrative
In 2004, the City of El Centro became an entitlement grantee to receive CDBG funds directly from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The City does not receive any funds directly from HUD for the Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS (HOPWA) and The HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) programs.
The City of El Centro is the lead agency and entity responsible for the administration of all aspects of the CDBG Program. The specific City Department responsible for the administration, operation, and monitoring of the CDBG Program is the City’s Community Services Department within the Economic Development Division. This Division is responsible for the day-to-day administration of the program. The Division administers and coordinates housing programs, which identifies various programs to expand and preserve affordable housing. In addition, staff develops and updates the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, and Consolidated Annual Performance Report (CAPER). The Division also coordinates with HUD, nonprofit groups, private organizations, and other City Departments to develop programs funded by the CDBG program.
Other involved agencies are those nonprofit organizations that provide direct services to the targeted income groups as well as the Imperial Valley Continuum of Care on Homelessness providing services to the homeless under the Continuum of Care system.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 9 Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
Adriana Nava
Director of Community Services
City of El Centro
1249 Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243
(760) 337-4543
Fax No. (760) 352-4867
Email: [email protected]
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 10 AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)
1. Introduction
The City of El Centro followed its Citizen's Participation Plan to notify and encourage the public, other local government agencies, private businesses, nonprofit organizations, the Imperial Valley Continuum of Care Council (also known as the “IVCCC”), etc. to participate in the City’s development of the Consolidated Plan as required by 24 CRF 91.100. The City of El Centro is an active member of the IVCCC (which includes various County departments, many nonprofit organizations, local housing authorities, as well as other agencies) and works directly with the homeless population. The IVCCC meets on a monthly basis; hence, it allows the City to communicate with other nonprofit organizations and County departments providing supportive services on a regular basis. These services are not only for individuals who are homeless, but individuals that require other types of assistance that may not be homeless (i.e., persons with disabilities, at-risk of becoming homeless, domestic abuse, battered women, senior assistance, etc.).
During the process of preparing the 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan, the City of El Centro followed the same citizen participation process as outlined above for the Consolidated Plan.
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction’s activities to enhance coordination between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health and service agencies (91.215(l))
The City of El Centro, as previously mentioned, is part of the IVCCC. The IVCCC meets once a month to discuss service delivery and assistance to be provided to homeless persons. Members of the IVCCC include public agencies, housing authorities, community based organizations, faith based organizations, and private citizens representing the interest of the homeless population. The IVCCC on an annual basis also coordinates an event in the Imperial Valley known as “Project Homeless Connect” whose sole purpose is to outreach to homeless individuals in the county. Several agencies, including the City of El Centro, participate in this yearly event. At the event, homeless persons receive food, information about social services and supportive programs, personal grooming, such as haircuts and warm showers, and many other case management services.
The IVCCC serves as the forum to coordinate with its members many of the goals and objectives under the Continuum of Care system. The IVCCC participates in the Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) to gather data on specific issues that the homeless and the homeless providers face on a day-to-day basis. Through this coordination, the City will be able to address homeless needs in the community and the region as a whole.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 11 Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness.
The IVCCC was consulted to provide information on homelessness and resources available. Several agencies that provide housing and supportive services in the City of El Centro for the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless include Womanhaven, Catholic Charities (House of Hope) and Salvation Army.
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS The City of El Centro does not receive ESG funding. However, since the City is part of the Continuum of Care system through the IVCCC, it participates in the ESG process when local organizations are applying for ESG funds. Through the IVCCC, a review committee is formed so it may review data and rank organizations that are applying for or receiving ESG funds based on the new Tier System. Once ranking has been completed, the rankings are submitted to HUD for review and notices are sent to the respective organization for appeal and review of ranking. It has been determined that Catholic Charities will be the HMIS lead agency in Imperial County. As the lead agency, Catholic Charities will be responsible for providing technical support to train organizations in the HMIS system. The IVCCC in coordinated efforts with the County of Imperial launched the HMIS system on April 2, 2015. The County funded its operation for the first year. Thereafter, request for funds to operate and maintain the HMIS system on a yearly basis are be done through local non-profit agencies directly working with the homeless population and public jurisdictions, such as cities.
2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and describe the jurisdiction’s consultations with housing, social service agencies and other entities
The City launched a collaborative effort to consult with City elected officials, City departments, community stakeholders, and beneficiaries of entitlement programs to inform and develop the priorities and strategies contained with this action plan. Below is a comprehensive list of participants.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 12 Agency / Group/
Organization
Agency /Group /
Organization Type
What section of
the Plan was
addressed by
Consultation?
How was the Agency /
Group / Organization
consulted and what are
the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or
areas for improved
coordination?
EL CENTRO
ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT
Other Government
– Local
City Department
Grantee
Department
All sections of plan Developed, reviewed, and
prepared data within the
plan. Provided
information on Economic
Development strategies.
EL CENTRO
COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT
Other Government
– Local
City Department
Grantee
Department
Housing Need
Assessment
Other – Housing
Building, Planning,
and Code
Enforcement
Provided information
relative to all Housing,
Building, Planning, and
Code Enforcement needs
and activities.
EL CENTRO
PARKS &
RECREATION
DEPARTMENT
Other Government
– Local
City Department
Grantee
Department
Other –
Non-housing
community
needs/public
facility needs
Provided information
relative to all park
improvements and
recreation programs.
EL CENTRO
POLICE
DEPARTMENT
Other Government
– Local
City Department
Grantee
Department
Homelessness
Strategy
Other –
Non-housing
community
needs/public
facility needs
Provided information on
police needs.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 13 Agency / Group/
Organization
Agency /Group /
Organization Type
What section of
the Plan was
addressed by
Consultation?
How was the Agency /
Group / Organization
consulted and what are
the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or
areas for improved
coordination?
EL CENTRO FIRE
DEPARTMENT
Other Government
– Local
City Department
Grantee
Department
Other –
Non-housing
community
needs/public
facility needs
Provided information on
fire department needs.
EL CENTRO
PUBLIC WORKS
DEPARTMENT
Other Government
– Local
City Department
Grantee
Department
Other –
Non-housing
needs/public
infrastructure.
Public Works,
land, and water
resources.
Provided information on
public infrastructure
needs. Also provided
coordination and
information for needed
services and assistance for
the community during the
pandemic. Provided
information on needed
infrastructure
improvements within the
CDBG Target Area. They
are also the division that
provides direction and
information on the land
and water resources
within the City of El
Centro.
INLAND FAIR
HOUSING AND
MEDIATION
BOARD
Service-Fair
Housing
Other – Barriers
to affordable
housing and fair
housing issues
Provided information on
foreclosures and strategies
to address fair housing
issues.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 14 Agency / Group/
Organization
Agency /Group /
Organization Type
What section of
the Plan was
addressed by
Consultation?
How was the Agency /
Group / Organization
consulted and what are
the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or
areas for improved
coordination?
IMPERIAL
VALLEY
HOUSING
AUTHORITY
PHA Public Housing
Needs
Provided information and
data related public
housing, section 504 needs
assessment, and housing
choice vouchers.
SPECTRUM
CABLE AND
INTERNET
Services –
Broadband
Internet Service
Providers
Services –
Narrowing the
Digital Divide
Other –
Broadband and
Digital Divide
Provided information
regarding the availability
of internet in the City of El
Centro.
AT&T Services –
Broadband
Internet Service
Providers
Services –
Narrowing the
Digital Divide
Other –
Broadband and
Digital Divide
Provided information
regarding the availability
of internet in the City of El
Centro.
IMPERIAL
COUNTY OFFICE
OF EDUCATION
Services –
Education
Services –
Narrowing the
Digital Divide
Other –
Addressing the
digital divide
during the
pandemic.
Provided information
about addressing the
digital divide with students
and their families during
the pandemic.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 15 Agency / Group/
Organization
Agency /Group /
Organization Type
What section of
the Plan was
addressed by
Consultation?
How was the Agency /
Group / Organization
consulted and what are
the anticipated outcomes
of the consultation or
areas for improved
coordination?
IMPERIAL
COUNTY OFFICE
OF EMERGENCY
SERVICES
Other government
– County
Other –
Emergency
Services
Provided coordination and
information for needed
services and assistance for
the community during the
pandemic.
Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated Name of Plan Lead Organization
How do the goals of your Strategic Plan
overlap with the goals of each plan?
Continuum of
Care
Imperial Valley
Continuum of Care
Council
Through the outreach process, the City has
identified homelessness and homelessness
prevention services as a priority for the CDBG
program. These services will complement the
regional Continuum of Care Strategy.
Housing
Element
City of El Centro The Housing Element focuses on the provision of a variety of housing options for all income
groups, with special attention for lower and
moderate-income households. The
Consolidated Plan housing goals and objectives
are consistent with the Housing Element.
Table 3 – Other Local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 16 AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c)
1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting The City of El Centro conducted a citizen participation process to help develop the Consolidated Plan as well as this One-Year Action Plan. The process involved the following components:
• Consultation with various departments and agencies, provided information on the needs of the community and the lack of necessary services and facilities; • Funding application and allocation process;
• Public Hearings; and
• Public review of draft documents.
Results of these outreach activities were carefully considered by the City to establish priorities and objectives in the One-Year Action Plan.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 17 Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort
Order
Mode of
Outreach
Target of
Outreach
Summary of
response/
attendance
Summary
of comment
s received
Summary of
comments
not accepted
and reasons
URL
(If
applicable)
1 Public
Meeting
Nontargeted/
broad
community
Although
the meeting
was
advertised,
there were
no
attendees.
No
comments
received
No
comments
received
2 Public
Meeting
Nontargeted/
broad
community
Although
the meeting
was
advertised,
there were
no
attendees.
No
comments
received.
No
comments
received.
3 Public
Meeting
Project/
Program
applicants
Meeting was
advertised,
one person
was in
attendance.
No
comments
received.
No
comments
received.
Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 18 Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
The anticipated resources to be available to assist with the implementation of the fifth and final year of the 2019-2023 Consolidated Plan, which starts on July 1, 2023 and ends on June 30, 2024, are described below.
However, prior to identifying the resources available to complete activities in program year 2023-2024, it is important to highlight the amount of funding available in CDBG funds and the type of activities the City will be completing with these funds. The City will have approximately $563,406 of CDBG funds to complete the following activities and anticipates receiving $14,000 in Program Income for a total of $577,406.
Two housing programs in the amount of $15,000, which consist of the following:
Lead Based Paint Abatement Program
Asbestos Testing/Abatement Program
Public services activities in the amount of $84,494 in CDBG funding and $2,100 in Program Income will also be provided in the areas of fair housing, senior services, at-risk youth activities, homeless shelter services, and services to battered spouses and their children, and $112,681 in CDBG funding and $2,800 in Program Income for administration These services will be provided by local nonprofit agencies through subrecipient agreements between the City of Centro and the non-profit agency.
The City plans to continue funding its Code Enforcement program in the amount of $80,000, which consists of conducting inspections for code violations and enforcement of state and/or local codes.
Finally, the City will use $ $271,231 in CDBG funds and $9,100 in Program Income for the repair of sidewalks located within the city’s CDBG target area.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 19 Anticipated Resources
Program Source
of
Funds
Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 5 Expected Amount
Available
Remainder of
ConPlan $
Narrative Description
Annual
Allocation:
$
Program
Income:
$
Prior Year
Resources:
$
Total:
$
CDBG Public -
Federal
Acquisition
Admin and
Planning
Economic
Development
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services 563,406 0 0 563,406 0
With the CDBG allocation,
the city will complete
Housing Activities, Public
Services, Code
Enforcement, Public
Facilities/Infrastructure
Improvements, and
Planning & Administrative
Activities.
Other Public -
State
Admin and
Planning
Improvements
Public Services
14,000 0 0 14,000 0
The City receives Program
Income from State CDBG
generated loans. With the
CDBG PI, the city will
complete, Public Services,
Public
Facilities/Infrastructure
Improvements, and
Planning & Administrative
Activities.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual 20 Program Source
of
Funds
Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 5 Expected Amount
Available
Remainder of
ConPlan $
Narrative Description
Annual
Allocation:
$
Program
Income:
$
Prior Year
Resources:
$
Total:
$
Other Public -
State
Admin and
Planning
Economic
Development
Housing
Public
Improvements
Public Services
Other
512,917 0 0 512,917 0
The City of El Centro
through the Community
Services Department
currently offers down
payment assistance to
first time homebuyers
through the HELP
Program. The maximum
loan amount is $25,000 at
a zero percent (0%)
interest payable over a
20-year term.
Other Public -
State
Admin and
Planning
Housing
0 220,548 0 220,548 0
The City receives Program
Income from State HOME
generated loans. The
funds will be used for
construction of
affordable housing.
Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual 21 Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied The only federal funds the City receives as a direct allocation from the Office of Community Planning and Development (CPD) formula programs is CDBG funds. The City does not receive ESG, HOPWA, Section 8, or any other type of federal funds.
If there is an area where the City has been very effective, is in the leveraging of funds. Over the years, the City has managed to leverage CDBG funds with other state, local, and private donations. For instance, when the opportunity is available, the City will apply for HOME funds through the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development to fund a housing rehabilitation loan program, rather than using CDBG funds for this program. The City also applies for HOME funds, especially now that redevelopment funds are no longer available for the preservation or construction of new affordable housing projects. During periods of time when HOME funds are not available, the City continues to offer housing rehabilitation opportunities through the CDBG Program.
City staff continuously works with interested developers to identify sources of funding for the construction of new affordable, multi-family housing such as tax-exempt mortgage revenue bonds, State of California Multi-Family Housing Program, and tax credits. In FY 2021-22, the City partnered with Chelsea Investment Corporation to apply for funding from the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities (AHSC) grant opportunity through the Strategic Growth Council (SGC) and HCD for the Jacaranda Gardens affordable housing development.
The proposed housing development consists of a 168-unit affordable housing project targeted for low-income residents who earn 30% to 60% of the Area Median Income, which is currently $63,900. Of the 168 units, 166 will be affordable units and 2 manager’s units; 40 will be onebedroom units, 78 will be two-bedroom units, and 48 will be three-bedroom units. Phase I of the development will include 96 units, 24 will be one-bedroom, 47 will be two-bedroom, and 24 will be three bedroom. Phase II will include 16 one-bedroom units, 31 two-bedroom units, and 24 will be three bedroom. Both projects will also include a managers unit each that is not income restricted. In February 2022, the SGC approved the application for the Jacaranda Gardens in the amount of $15.8 Million.
The City has effectively partnered and plans to continue partnering with affordable housing developers and lenders to create new affordable housing units in the city. The City will also continue supporting the efforts of the Imperial Valley Housing Authority to obtain state and federal funds for the construction of affordable housing for lower income households.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 22 In terms of economic development activities, the City seeks other sources of funding through the U.S. Department of Commerce, Economic Development Administration, and from the Local Entity Program, which is a local funding source available for economic development projects from the Imperial Irrigation District.
For transportation related projects, the City applies for funds under the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) through the State of California Department of Transportation, Federal Transit Administration (FTA), and State of California Proposition 1B.
Another local funding source available in our community is the Rule 310- Mitigation Program, which is administered by the Imperial County Air Pollution Control District (ICAPCD). Any application submitted to this program has to be leveraged with other funding sources. This local funding source has been used in the past to pave parking lots for City parks.
The ICAPCD also administers funding available through AB 617 for the Calexico, Heber, El Centro Corridor. As part of this program, the City has the opportunity to apply for funding for Paving Projects that will aid in reducing particulate matter emissions by paving unpaved lots and roads within the corridor.
The City leverages many programs with its General Fund and Development Impact Fees. For example, the City's code enforcement program is leveraged with the City's General Fund. Many of the recreational activities or facilities on which CDBG funds have been used are leveraged with local funding source has been in the past to pave parking lots for City Parks.
City staff continues to identify new funding opportunities for the City that could enhance existing community services and/or address community needs. Staff is committed to leveraging funds at all levels whether it is at the federal, state, or local level. City staff will continue collaborating with the County of Imperial and local non-profit agencies to continue providing supportive services to the special needs population. Many of the community events the City offers are partially funded with private donations from local businesses, financial institutions, service clubs, and other community-based organizations.
If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan The majority of the publically owned land or property the City of El Centro owns has public facilities the City uses to conduct business or to provide recreational opportunities.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 23 Nineteen properties are owned by the now dissolved redevelopment agency. Of the 19 properties, eight are for government use, four are for commercial and industrial use, and seven are residential lots, which can be used to provide affordable housing to low income households. The Long Range Property Management Plan (LRPMP), which is required to be submitted to the State of California Department of Finance (DOF) by successor agencies, has been reviewed and approved by DOF. The City of El Centro Successor Agency is evaluating the disposition of these properties.
On January 1, 2020, the State of California passed the Surplus Land Act (SLA). The SLA is a “right of first refusal” law that requires all local agencies to offer surplus land for sale or lease to affordable home developers and certain other entities before selling or leasing the land to any other individual or entity. Any time a local agency disposes of land, it must follow the SLA unless the land qualifies as exempt surplus land. Dispositions include both sales and leases.
If a Notice of Interest (NOI) is received from a qualified party, a deed restriction must be recorded requiring that, in the event 10 or more residential units are developed on the land, 15% of the units must be set aside ad affordable housing.
The City of El Centro has processed six of residential lots on the LRPMP through the SLA procedure. Staff is working with a local realtor who will be construction housing on the lots.
At least 15% of the units will be established as affordable housing.
Discussion
During the time period of the Five Year Consolidated Plan (2019-2023) City staff continues to seek resources that contribute to the goals of providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons and special populations. The City will make every effort to align its collective resources towards meeting its goals and objectives within this Strategic Plan.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 24 Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Goals Summary Information
Sort
Order
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year
Category Geographic
Area
Needs
Addressed
Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
1 Lead Based
Paint
Reduction
2019 2023 Affordable
Housing
Citywide Provide
Decent and
Affordable
Housing
CDBG:
$5,000
Homeowner
Housing
Rehabilitated:
1 Household
Housing Unit
2 Asbestos
Testing and
Removal
2019 2023 Affordable
Housing
Citywide Provide
Decent and
Affordable
Housing
CDBG:
$10,000
Homeowner
Housing
Rehabilitated:
1 Household
Housing Unit
3 Promote Fair
Housing
2019 2023 Affordable
Housing
Public
Housing
Citywide Promote
Equal
Housing
Opportunity
CDBG:
$47,250
Fair Housing
Services: 200
4 Support
Services for
Seniors
2019 2023 NonHomeless
Special
Needs
Citywide Provide
Community
and
Supportive
Services
CDBG:
$15,900
State
Program
Income:
$2,100
Public service
activities for
Low/Moderate
Income
Housing
Benefit: 60
Households
Assisted
5 Public
Services for
Homeless
2019 2023 Homeless
NonHomeless
Special
Needs
Citywide Support
Continuum of
Care System
for the
Homeless
CDBG:
$6,000
Homelessness
Prevention:
125 Persons
Assisted
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 25 Sort
Order
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year
Category Geographic
Area
Needs
Addressed
Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
6 Domestic
Violence
Support
Services
2019 2023 Homeless
NonHomeless
Special
Needs
Citywide Provide
Community
and
Supportive
Services
CDBG:
$5,344
Public service
activities other
than
Low/Moderate
Income
Housing
Benefit: 5
Households
Assisted
7 Activities for
Youth and AtRisk Youth
2019 2023 NonHomeless
Special
Needs
Citywide Provide
Community
and
Supportive
Services
CDBG:
$10,000
Public service
activities other
than
Low/Moderate
Income
Housing
Benefit: 600
Persons
Assisted
8 Code
Enforcement
2019 2023 Non-Housing
Community
Development
Citywide
CDBG
Project
Area
Support
Continuum of
Care System
for the
Homeless
Provide
Community
and
Supportive
Services
CDBG:
$80,000
Public service
activities other
than
Low/Moderate
Income
Housing
Benefit: 100
Persons
Assisted
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 26 Sort
Order
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year
Category Geographic
Area
Needs
Addressed
Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
9 Sidewalk
Improvement
Program
2019 2023 Non-Housing
Community
Development
CDBG
Project
Area
Provide
Community
Facilities and
Infrastructure
CDBG:
$271,231
Public
State /
Program
Income:
$9,100
Public facility
infrastructure
activities for
Low/Moderate
Income
Housing
Benefit: TBD
Households
Assisted
Table 6 – Goals Summary
Goals Description
Goal Goal Name Goal Description
1 Lead Based Paint Reduction Coordinate public and private efforts to reduce lead based paint hazards and protect young children.
2 Asbestos Testing and
Removal
Coordinate public and private efforts to eliminate asbestos hazards in housing.
3 Promote Fair Housing Promote fair housing services provided by the City’s fair housing services provider.
4 Support Services for
Seniors
Support senior population by providing home-delivered meals. 5 Public Services for
Homeless
Provide wrap-around services for homeless individuals.
6 Domestic Violence Support
Services
Provide supportive services for battered spouses and their children. 7 Activities for Youth and AtRisk Youth
Provide youth with programs and activities mentored by police officers and volunteers of the Police Athletic League.
8 Code Enforcement Inspect for code violations and enforcement of state and/or local codes in deteriorated properties.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 27 Goal Goal Name Goal Description
9 Sidewalk Improvement
Program
Repair and add sidewalks within the CDBG target area.
Table 7 – Goals Description
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 28 Projects
AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d)
Introduction
Priority Needs established in the FY 2019 - FY 2023 Five-Year Consolidated Plan, which form the basis for establishing objectives and outcomes in the FY 2023-24 Action Plan are as follows:
Provide decent and affordable housing
Support the continuum of care system for the homeless Promote equal housing opportunity
Provide community facilities and infrastructure
Provide community and supportive services
Encourage economic development opportunities
The major obstacle to addressing the underserved needs is the lack of adequate funding, especially for affordable housing activities. With the dissolution of redevelopment agencies in California and reduced State and Federal funding levels, the City's ability to address the extensive needs in the community are seriously compromised.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 29 Projects
# Project Name
1 Lead Based Paint Testing/Abatement Program
2 Asbestos Testing / Abatement Program
3 Fair Housing Services
4 Senior Nutrition Program
5 Homeless Day Center
6 Sure Helpline
7 El Centro Police Athletic League
8 Code Enforcement
9 CDBG Sidewalks
10 Program Administration
Table 8 – Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs
As part of the Citizen Participation Process used for the preparation of the Annual Action Plan, a public hearing was held to receive public input on the priorities for the annual CDBG allocation. The City Council established priorities of Housing, Fair Housing, Public Services, Code Enforcement, and Sidewalk Improvements.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 30 AP-38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
1 Project Name Lead Based Paint/Testing Abatement Program Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Lead Based Paint Reduction
Needs Addressed Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $5,000
Description This activity will pay for the testing and abatement of Lead Based Paint in conjunction with the City's Housing Rehabilitation Program.
Target Date 6/30/2024
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
The City anticipates assisting one income-eligible family.
Location Description 1275 W. Main Street, El Centro, CA 92243 - Community-wide program. 2 Project Name Asbestos Testing / Abatement Program
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Asbestos Testing and Removal
Needs Addressed Provide Decent and Affordable Housing
Funding CDBG: $10,000
Description This activity will pay for the testing and abatement of lead-based paint in conjunction with the City's Housing Rehabilitation Program.
Target Date 6/30/2024
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual 31 Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
The City anticipates assisting one income-eligible family.
Location Description 1275 W. Main Street, El Centro, CA 92243 - Community-wide program. 3 Project Name Fair Housing
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Promote Fair Housing
Needs Addressed Promote Equal Housing Opportunity
Funding CDBG: $47,250
Description This activity will pay for fair housing services. Said services are being provided through a subrecipient, Inland Fair Housing and Mediation Board.
Target Date 6/30/2024
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
It is anticipated that 168 people will receive assistance pertaining to fair housing issues.
Location Description 1275 W. Main Street, El Centro, CA 92243 - City-wide program 4 Project Name Senior Nutrition Program
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Support Services for Seniors
Needs Addressed Provide Community and Supportive Services Funding CDBG: $15,900
State CDBG Program Income: $2,100 for a total of $18,000 Description This activity will pay for home-delivered meals to the most vulnerable senior population - those who are frail, home-bound, isolated, and nutritionally high risk.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual 32 Target Date 6/30/2024
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
It is anticipated that 180 individuals will be assisted.
Location Description 250 W. Orange Avenue, El Centro, CA 92243 – Citywide Program 5 Project Name Homeless Day Center
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Continuum of Care
Public Services for Homeless
Needs Addressed Support Continuum of Care System for the Homeless Funding CDBG: $6,000
Description This activity will pay for wrap around services for homeless individuals that reside in the City.
Target Date 6/30/2024
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
It is estimated that 60 individuals will be assisted.
Location Description 250 W. Orange Avenue, El Centro, CA 92243 6 Project Name Sure Helpline
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Domestic Violence Support Services
Needs Addressed Provide Community and Supportive Services Funding CDBG: $5,344
Description This activity will pay for supportive services for battered spouses and their children.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual 33 Target Date 6/30/2024
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
It is estimated that 5 families will be assisted.
Location Description 654 W Main Street, El Centro, CA 92243 7 Project Name El Centro Police Athletic League
Target Area Citywide
Goals Supported Activities for You and At-Risk Youth
Needs Addressed Provide Community and Supportive Services Funding CDBG: $10,000
Description This activity will provide income-eligible youth with programs and activities mentored by police officers and volunteers of the Police Athletic League.
Target Date 6/30/2024
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
It is anticipated that 600 individuals will be served through this activity.
Location Description 1104 N. 4th Street, El Centro, CA 92243 8 Project Name Code Enforcement
Target Area CDBG Target Area
Goals Supported Code Enforcement
Needs Addressed Provide Community and Supportive Services Funding CDBG: $80,000
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual 34 Description The purpose of the program is to conduct inspections for code violations and enforcement of state and/or local codes in deteriorated properties located in El Centro. This program will cover salaries and related expenses of code enforcement inspectors and legal proceedings.
Target Date 6/30/2024
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
The City estimates enforcing building codes at approximately 100 residential and commercial locations.
Location Description 1275 W Main Street, El Centro, CA 92243 9 Project Name CDBG Sidewalks
Target Area CDBG Target Area
Goals Supported Community Facilities and Infrastructure Needs Addressed Provide Community Facilities and Infrastructure Funding CDBG: $271,231
State CDBG Program Income: $9,100 for a total of $280,331 Description For this activity, the city anticipates making improvements such as city sidewalks, curbs, gutters, etc. located within the low-moderate income CDBG Target area.
Target Date 6/30/2024
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
The estimate of families who will benefit from the activity is based on census data. The locations to be improved are yet to be determine.
Location Description 1275 W Main Street, El Centro, CA 92243 10 Project Name Program Administration
Target Area Not applicable
Goals Supported Not applicable
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual 35 Needs Addressed Not applicable
Funding CDBG: $112,681
State CDBG Program Income: 2,800 for a total of $115,481 Description Funds will be used to provide for the implementation, monitoring, and reporting of the CDBG Program.
Target Date 6/30/2024
Estimate the number and type of
families that will benefit from the
proposed activities
Not applicable
Location Description 1249 W. Main Street, El Centro, CA 92243 Table 9 – Project Summary Information
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Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed The majority of the City of El Centro qualifies as a low and moderate-income area. Therefore, given the extensive needs in the community, the City has not targeted any specific neighborhood for investment of CDBG funds. Instead, projects are evaluated on a case-bycase basis, based on emergency needs, cost-effectiveness, feasibility, and availability of other funding to address the needs or leverage federal funds.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
CDBG Target Area 62%
Table 10 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically When projects are undertaken to improve an area based on geography, they are limited to the City’s CDBG Target Area, which includes areas where over 50 percent of the residents are low- and moderate- income.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 37 Affordable Housing
AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g)
Introduction
The City plans to utilize CDBG funds to support its authorized housing activities including lead based paint and asbestos testing / abatement programs. Two households will be assisted through the Housing Rehabilitation Program with CDBG funding. This will include evaluation for lead based paint and asbestos along with remediation, if necessary. The City continues to offer HELP Program Income funds to provide a First Time Homebuyer Down-payment Assistance Program.
In 2019, the City in collaboration with AMG and Associates, LLC was successful in securing a HOME Investment Partnership grant in the amount of $5,100,000 from the State of California Department of Housing (HCD) and Community Development for the development of affordable housing. Of the amount received, $5,000,000 was subsequently lent to an affordable housing developer to leverage with California Tax Credit Allocation funding, as well as tax-exempt bond funding for the construction of the El Dorado Apartment complex. The City also committed $134,000 of HOME Program Income Funds as a loan to the developer. The first phase of development has 24 housing units and targets families earning up to 60% of the area median income for Imperial County. The complex became available for occupancy in December 2021.
Additionally, the Successor Agency to the City of El Centro Redevelopment Agency committed $500,000 in funding toward the development of the Countryside II Apartments, also known as Girasol. The developer of this project was successful in securing HOME funding in the amount of $5,000,000 and secured additional funding to leverage for the project including tax-exempt bond funding. The complex has 56 housing units and targets seniors aged 55 and older which are at 30% to 60% of the Area Median Income for Imperial County. The project opened for occupancy in February 2022.
As previously mentioned, in FY 2021-22, the City partnered with Chelsea Investment Corp. to apply for funding from the Affordable Housing and Sustainable Communities grant opportunity through the Strategic Growth Council (SGC) and HCD for the Jacaranda Gardens affordable housing development. The proposed housing development consists of a 168-unit affordable housing project targeted for low-income residents who earn 30% to 60% of the Area Median Income, which is currently $63,900. Phase I of the development will include 96 units,
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 38 24 will be one-bedroom, 48 will be two-bedroom, and 24 will be three-bedroom.
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be
Supported
Homeless 0
Non-Homeless 2
Special-Needs 0
Total 2
Table 11 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement Table 12 – One Year Goals for Affordable Housing Support Type One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported
Through
Rental Assistance 0
The Production of New Units 0
Rehab of Existing Units 2
Acquisition of Existing Units 0
Total 2
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Introduction
The City of El Centro does not operate its own public housing authority. Therefore, residents of El Centro seek public housing and housing choice vouchers through the Imperial Valley Housing Authority (IVHA).
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing The needs of public housing are addressed by the Imperial Valley Housing Authority.
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership
The Imperial Valley Housing Authority established The Family-Self Sufficiency Program (FSS) to assist Section 8 residents and Public Housing (PH) families to gain economic independence from all governmental assistance. There are currently 39 participating families (21 Section 8 and 18 PH). To date, 197 FSS participants have achieved economic self-sufficiency and no longer require any form of rental and welfare assistance. Of the 197 FSS graduates, 71 families (22 Section 8 families and 49 PH families) have purchased homes upon completion of the FSS Program.
To assist first-time homebuyers, the Imperial Valley Housing Authority (IVHA) has established the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Homeownership Program (HP). The HP assists eligible participants in the Section 8 program that are also a part of the FSS Program. Outreach efforts are also extended to the residents of the Public Housing Program. In order to maximize the use of resources available to home seekers, the IVHA and Community Valley Bank apply for the Workforce Initiative Subsidy for Homeownership (WISH) offered by the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLBSF). This program assists income qualified first time home buyers by providing a 4:1 match on homebuyer contribution up to $29,000 for down payment and closing costs. IV Housing Authority also works in collaboration with other First Time Home Buyer Programs such as USDA, and the Imperial County Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP-3). Currently, 11 participants are enrolled in the Homeownership Program. A total of 34 families have purchased homes with the Section 8 Homeownership Program. The Section 8 Homeownership Program allows a family to utilize their Section 8 voucher to assist with monthly homeownership expenses.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 40 The Housing Authority actively promotes homeownership among all program participants.
This promotion begins at the family's briefings and orientation upon inception of housing assistance. The Homeownership Coordinator works closely with each family to identify barriers they may have in becoming homebuyers and sets up an individual service plan with each adult family member that identifies the barriers, the steps each adult family member needs to take to eliminate the barrier, and the timeframe in which to do so.
If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance
Not applicable to the City of El Centro.
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Homeless and homeless prevention services are identified as a high priority need in the FY 2019 - FY 2023 Consolidated Plan. The City anticipates expending approximately 20% of its public service cap (up to fifteen percent [15%] of the CDBG annual allocation) on homeless and homeless prevention services.
Describe the jurisdiction’s one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness including reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs:
The City of El Centro participates in the Imperial Valley Continuum of Care Council (IVCCC), comprised of five cities and the County of Imperial, non-profit service providers, and stakeholders. The IVCCC oversees the various programs to address issues regarding homelessness in the region. The IVCCC also oversees the collection of regional homeless data, identifies gaps in services, and leads strategic planning for future creation of permanent housing for the homeless. The City will continue to work with the IVCCC as staffing and resources allow to support services and apply for funding to address (and end) homelessness in our region.
In addition, the City uses its CDBG funds to complement the IVCCC strategy. For FY 2023-2024, the City plans to allocate funding in the amount of $6,000 for Catholic Charities for their Homeless Day Center. This program provides the homeless population services such as shelter, personal care facilities, access to comprehensive continuum of care services, and linkage to longer-term housing and referrals to other community based services. The City will also be providing $18,000 to Catholic Charities for their Senior Nutrition Program. This activity will provide meals to homebound seniors in order to enable them to remain independent in their own residence.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons The City plans to allocate $6,000 for Catholic Charities (Homeless Day Center) to address the homeless population by providing services such as shelter, personal care facilities, access to comprehensive continuum of care services, and linkage to longer-term housing and referrals to other community based services.
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) 42 Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again As mentioned previously, El Centro participates in the IVCCC in its efforts in ending chronic homelessness. The IVCCC coordinates services from other agencies for the homeless.
Chronically homeless persons require rehabilitation services, employment training and placement, health services, and case management to move from homelessness to transitional housing, and then to supportive/permanent housing. The IVCCC offers a full range of services and facilities. The City supports the IVCCC's strategy in providing supportive services that would improve their employment skills.
Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); or, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs
The City and five incorporated cities of Imperial County have made a long-term commitment to defeating chronic homelessness. The City of El Centro will continue being part of the IVCCC, which is the main vehicle to address homelessness in Imperial County.
Discussion
The City of El Centro does not receive HOPWA funds.
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Introduction:
The City of El Centro minimizes the financial impact in its efforts to protect public health and safety by taking actions to reduce costs or provide offsetting financial incentives to assist in the production of safe, high quality, affordable housing.
Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment
On April 7, 2015, the City Council of the City of El Centro adopted Ordinance No. 15-04, a City Ordinance providing for the deferral of payment of development impact fees. This ordinance in essence provides for the temporary deferral of the impact fees to the earlier of final inspection or Certificate of Occupancy, or one year from the date the deferral is approved by the City Manager. Even though this ordinance does not waive development impact fees, it is of benefit to residential projects because developers do not have to finance the payment of these fees up front.
To ensure the development of affordable housing, the City will make efforts to ensure that developmental review processes are efficient, fees reasonable, and that the development industry is involved in the formulation of policies regarding review processes and fees.
Actions to ensure future housing affordability include the approval of density bonuses and enhanced permit processing procedures.
Additionally, the City will continue to utilize available resources to assist in increasing the availability of affordable housing through such means as:
Fast track permitting processes, where and when possible Maximize limited resources to increase affordable housing units Continue to ensure that General Plan and Zoning Code allow for all types of development and a broad range of densities
Implement programs and services that provide financial assistance to maintain affordable housing
Address discriminatory barriers through awareness and education workshops Undertake projects to address physical barriers where and when possible Develop and implement programs that address identified barriers to fair and affordable housing
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Introduction:
Priority Needs established in the 2019-2023 Five-Year Consolidated Plan, which form the basis for establishing objectives and outcomes in the FY 2023-2024 One-Year Annual Action Plan, are as follows:
Provide decent affordable housing
Support the continuum of care system for the homeless Promote equal housing opportunity
Provide community facilities and infrastructure
Provide community and supportive services
Encourage economic development opportunities
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs The retention of the affordable housing stock is an important element in providing housing that meets the needs of existing and future residents. The rehabilitation of deteriorating and substandard housing occupied by extremely low, low, and moderate-income property owners is a priority as it represents a large portion of the population sustaining housing cost burdens and substandard conditions. The City currently has prior year CDBG funding available to aid in the rehabilitation of properties of low/moderate income-eligible homeowners during the 2023-2024 program year. This funding will be supplemented by CalHOME or HOME Program Income. The City has also applied for State HOME funding in the amount of $400,000 to continue with Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program efforts.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing The majority of the actions identified as part of this Action Plan are specifically aimed at increasing and maintaining the City's existing affordable housing stock. Activities such as new construction, conservation of at-risk units, and preservation of existing units are all striving to increase the affordable housing stock.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
Lead-based paint in residential units poses severe health and behavioral threats to children.
The State of California established a comprehensive program to identify children at risk of lead poisoning in 1991. That year the State established a program requiring that all children up to
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The Imperial County Public Health Department has a contract with the State of California Department of Health Services (DHA) to provide public health follow-up in accordance with the Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention Act of 1991. This Act established a comprehensive secondary prevention program requiring evaluation, screening and medically necessary follow-up services. The Act defined “appropriate case management” as consisting of health care referral, environmental assessments and educational activities performed by the appropriate person, professional, or entity. These guidelines require follow-up on children who meet the case definition, one-venous blood lead level >20 mcg/dl or two blood lead levels >15 mcg/dl. Imperial County provides these services through the local Childhood Lead Poising Prevention Program.
The City addresses lead based paint hazards on a case-by-case basis through the following steps:
Step 1: As newer homes are built under stricter environmental guidelines and the sale and rental of older homes are regulated to protect potential buyers and renters, while lead-based paint hazard is still a potential problem, it has allowed for better protection to children and adults. This minimizes lead based paint hazards in new homes.
Step 2: The City will work with residents and the Imperial County Public Health Department to address the issue of lead-based paint hazards through testing and abatement efforts on a case-by-case basis.
Step 3: The City will conduct outreach and education through the City’s Community Services and Community Development Departments. These departments will ensure that regulations related to enforcement of lead-based paint are carried out on City projects and on private projects, when possible, through rehabilitation of older units. Distribution of educational brochures as well as inspections will be undertaken given specific situations.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families The majority of the strategies incorporated in the City's Annual Action Plan are intended to target the housing and economic needs of the community, particularly for lower income households. This includes those who are homeless or threatened with homelessness, as well as those with special needs; therefore, the City's Plan is aimed at reducing, to the extent possible, the number of poverty level families and individuals taking into consideration the many factors which the City has no control (e.g. reduction in funding resources, severe economic recessions, increasing costs in medical care, company downsizing, company
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The effects of the City's efforts will result in the direct preservation and provision of housing.
This is particularly true for those activities, which preserve and produce housing units intended for lower income families and individuals, together with the coordinated programs undertaken with other public agencies, service providers and private industry. These efforts will incrementally assist in the reduction of the number of poverty level families through the provisions of housing and community services.
In an effort to reduce the number of households in poverty, El Centro will continue to support the use of existing County job training and social service programs to enhance employment marketability, household income, and housing options. In addition, the City participates in various county-sponsored programs by providing City Hall as a work site, providing temporary positions, with supervision, training and performance evaluations to indicate their degree of success.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The City continues to collaborate with a number of non-profit agencies and other city departments in order to provide for the affordable housing and community development needs of its residents. As part of its grant administration, the City provides technical assistance to its sub recipients and monitors their performance in both meeting the client's needs and capacity to comply with regulatory requirements. This process of monitoring helps the City enhance and increase the overall service delivery to low and moderate income residents.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies
The City maintains a contact list of interested potential applicants. Letters or notices announcing the availability of funds are mailed to these interested agencies at least annually, in addition to notices published in the local newspaper and the posting of notices at the City's library, the City's various social media platforms and on the City website. Applications for public services and public facility projects are accepted after notification for a minimum of a 30-day availability period as stated above. In addition, staff attends several local and regional meetings, which include service providers, neighboring agencies and elected officials to keep abreast of issues affecting the quality of life for El Centro's low-income residents. The City maintains a web presence and is pro-active in providing technical assistance throughout the year to assist interested citizens and agencies in understanding and applying for El Centro's
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In addition, the City is developing enhancements and strengthening its coordination and consultation processes with other agencies, including State and local public agencies, the Imperial Valley Continuum of Care Council and others to ensure that needed services and funding for homeless and other services are directed to the El Centro residents specifically.
Staff has and will continue to consult closely with members of the Imperial Valley Continuum of Care Council to develop efficiencies in data sharing and strategic planning which will ultimately achieve the goals and objectives of the City's Annual Action Plan.
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AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4)
Introduction:
The following discusses the other program-specific requirements.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out.
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed $14,000
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan 0
5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 0
Total Program Income: $14,000
Other CDBG Requirements
1. The amount of urgent need activities 0
2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit persons of low and moderate income. Overall Benefit - A consecutive period of one, two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 100.00%
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Attachment: Draft Annual Action Plan (5880 : Public Hearing - Approval of "Draft 2023-2024" Annual Action Plan) City Council of the City of El Centro Meeting: 04/13/23 12:00 PM 1275 Main Street Department: Engineering Division
El Centro, CA 92243 Category: Authorization
Prepared By: Felix De Leon
SCHEDULED Department Head: Abraham Campos
RESOLUTION (ID # 5922) DOC ID: 5922
Discussion and any necessary action regarding the rejection and rebid of S. Imperial Ave. Phase I & II combined bid.
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO RESCINDING RESOLUTION NOS. 23-07 AND 23-08 AND
REJECTING ALL BIDS AND AUTHORIZING THE RE-ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDS FOR THE EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM INTERSTATE 8 TO WAKE
AVENUE AND WAKE AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE (PHASE I) TOGETHER
WITH EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM WAKE AVENUE TO DANENBERG
AVENUE AND DANENBERG AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE (PHASE II) FISCAL IMPACT:
Phase I
No Impact to the General Fund. This project is funded by HIP funds, STPL funds, SB1 Funds, and Farmer Estates Subdivision development fees. Available budget is as follows, which will be updated once bids are received.
HIP and STPL Funds (federal grant funds) $ 1,540,390
Farmer Estates Subdivision development fees $ 326,880.93 SB1 Funds (state funding) $ 876,452.45
Total $ 2,743,723.38
Phase II
No Impact to the General Fund. This project is funded by STBG funds and Desert Village Development fees. Available budget is as follows, which will be updated once bids are received.
STBG funds (federal grant) $ 2,998,682
Desert Village development fees $ 629,116.92
Total $ 3,627,798.92
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:
Goal #2 Environmental Sustainability & Infrastructure, Action 2.3: Construct the Imperial Avenue extension between Interstate 8 and McCabe Road including Wake Avenue extension from Imperial Avenue to Cypress Avenue.
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE
DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTORS LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC:
N/A, Contract not being awarded.
BACKGROUND:
Caltrans has recently completed construction of the new Imperial Avenue/Interstate 8 interchange, which will now allow the City to connect Imperial Avenue south of I-8. 2 Packet Pg. 57
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The City will be extending S. Imperial Avenue to Wake Avenue, and extending Wake Avenue east and west of S. Imperial Avenue as part of Phase I of the Imperial Avenue Extension Project.
This Phase II project is to include a new roadway from Wake Avenue to Danenberg Dr. and the westerly extension of Danenberg Dr. to Imperial Ave.
S. Imperial Avenue will continue to be extended to McCabe Road, with intersections located at Manuel Ortiz Avenue, and Valleyview Avenue in subsequent project phases.
DISCUSSION:
On June 21st 2022 the City of El Centro City Council approved plans and specifications and authorized staff to release for bidding.
On February 7, 2023 Council awarded both projects (as specified in the Invitation for Bids)to Pyramid Construction (the lowest bidder).
On February 22, 2023 City Clerk's received a Bid Protest from Rove Engineering regarding the award of the two projects to Pyramid Construction.
After further review it was determined that all bids were deemed non-responsive and therefore based on the Director of Public Works findings, a letter was sent on March 20, 2023 to the three contractors whom submitted bids explaining the findings.
Staff proposes to reject all bids received on December 15, 2022 and re-advertise the same plans and specifications previously approved.
Below is a tentative revised schedule for this project:
Schedule:
Advertise Project April 21, 2023
Bid Opening May 25, 2023
Construction Award June 20, 2023
Construction Commence July 24, 2023
Construction Complete May 13,2024
CONCLUSION:
Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO RESCINDING RESOLUTION NOS. 23-07 AND 23-08 AND
REJECTING ALL BIDS AND AUTHORIZING THE RE-ADVERTISEMENT OF BIDS FOR THE EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM INTERSTATE 8 TO WAKE
AVENUE AND WAKE AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE (PHASE I) TOGETHER
WITH EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM WAKE AVENUE TO DANENBERG
AVENUE AND DANENBERG AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE (PHASE II) ATTACHMENTS:
• RESOLUTION 23- (PDF)
2 Packet Pg. 58
1 03/2023/cdz/A23-0067/Reso/RejectingallBids/
S.ImperialAvePhaseI/II
RESOLUTION NO. 23-
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL
CENTRO RESCINDING RESOLUTION NOS. 23-07 AND 23-08
AND REJECTING ALL BIDS AND AUTHORIZING THE READVERTISEMENT OF BIDS FOR THE EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM INTERSTATE 8 TO WAKE AVENUE
AND WAKE AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE (PHASE I)
TOGETHER WITH EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM
WAKE AVENUE TO DANENBERG AVENUE AND
DANENBERG AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE (PHASE
II)
WHEREAS, the plans and specifications have been adopted by the City Council of the City of El Centro, California (“the City Council”) and the notice inviting bids has been advertised as required by section 2-185.15 of the City of El Centro (“the City”)’s municipal code for the following two projects:
1. EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM INTERSTATE 8 TO WAKE AVENUE
AND WAKE AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE (PHASE I)
2. EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM WAKE AVENUE TO DANENBERG AVENUE AND DANENBERG AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE (PHASE II); and
WHEREAS, the projects were advertised under a single Invitation for Bids titled EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM INTERSTATE 8 TO WAKE AVENUE AND WAKE AVENUE
EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE (PHASE I) TOGETHER WITH EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL
AVENUE FROM WAKE AVENUE TO DANENBERG AVENUE AND DANENBERG AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE (PHASE II); and
WHEREAS, three (3) bids were received and opened on December 15, 2022, in accordance with law and the Director of Public Works/City Engineer has made a report thereon; and WHEREAS, on or about February 7, 2023, pursuant to Resolutions 23-07 and 23-08, staff recommended that the bid be awarded to Pyramid Construction; and WHEREAS, thereafter, as allowed by the protest provisions of that bid packet, Rove Construction protested that award of bid; and
WHEREAS, in consideration of Rove’s protest, it was determined that all three bidders had deficiencies in the provisions regarding disadvantaged business entities (DBE’s), an important component of this bid; and
WHEREAS, on or about March 20, 2023, each of the three bidders was notified of that determination and, as of the date of this Resolution, the City has not received any additional response or protest from any of the bidders; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the report of the Director of Public Works/ City Engineer, and, as a result, has determined that it would be in the best interest of the City to
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S.ImperialAvePhaseI/II
reject all bids and re-release the Project for bidding at a future date as soon as possible and to be determined; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the rejection of all bids and subsequent readvertisement for new bids for the Project will be in the best interest of the City of El Centro, California (“the City”)
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the foregoing is true, correct and adopted.
2. That the City Council hereby rejects all bids for the Project.
3. That the Director of Public Works/City Engineer is hereby authorized to update and re-advertise the bid for the Project on behalf of the City.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California held on the day of , 2023.
CITY OF EL CENTRO
By
Martha Cardenas-Singh, Mayor
ATTEST:
By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Office of the City Attorney
By
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss
CITY OF EL CENTRO )
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S.ImperialAvePhaseI/II
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the forgoing Resolution No. 23- was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of , 2023, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
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Attachment: RESOLUTION 23- (5922 : Rejection and Rebid S. Imperial Ave. Phase I & II combined bid) City Council of the City of El Centro Meeting: 04/13/23 12:00 PM 1275 Main Street Department: City Clerk's Office
El Centro, CA 92243 Category: Support
Prepared By: Norma Wyles
SCHEDULED Department Head: Norma Wyles
ACTION ITEM (ID # 5934) DOC ID: 5934
Letter of Support for Central Union High School District - Renew America's Schools Grant
CITY MANAGER’S RECOMMENDATION:
Recommend providing Letter of Support for Central Union High School District.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:
N/A
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE
DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTORS LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKS, INSURANCE, ETC:
N/A
BACKGROUND:
The City received an email from Arnold Preciado, the Assistant Superintendent for Business & Support Services, requesting City a letter of support for their application for a grant. Mr. Preciado provided the following information: The U.S. Department of Energy recently announced first-of-its-kind investments to make clean energy improvements at K-12 public schools. Funds will position school districts to make upgrades that will lower facilities' energy costs and foster healthier learning environments for students. Schools can apply for the first round of the Renew America's Schools grant, up to $80 million of the $500 million program, to make energy improvements especially in the highest-need districts across the country.
One of the requirements is that the District provides a letter from each partner and/or feeder school/district/community college and attach to the application. The District has asked if they could receive the Letter of Support by end of day Friday, April 14, 2023 to submit the application by April 18, 2023.
DISCUSSION:
Proposed projects included in the application are as follows:
Proposed energy improvements
New Solar Carport Array at Southwest High School
Estimated Cost: $1,000,000
Southwest High School: The District does not currently have solar at any of their sites, but with 312 sunny days per year on average, a solar carport is ideal for providing shade during the hot desert days. A new solar carport array would generate clean 3 Packet Pg. 62
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energy for the site while also providing shade and comfort for students and visitors. With a visible solar array to the passing community, this will add to Central Union High School District's sustainability goals and vision, while providing clean energy for the school.
Replace Antiquated Field Lighting with LED
Estimated Cost: $1,500,000
Southwest High School & Central Union High School: The majority of existing stadium lighting at both of the major high schools at the District are still High-Pressure Sodium, some even on wood poles. This funding would be used to replace these old lighting fixtures with new LED fixtures, providing better field lighting for students as well as energy savings, and maintenance savings.
Replace HVAC Units at End of Useful Life
Estimated Cost: $500,000
Current mechanical inventory of District HVAC units over 25 years old are 102. Funding would be used to replace as many of these units as possible.
A suggested letter of support is attached.
CONCLUSION:
It is recommended that the City Council approve sending the letter of support before the end of the day tomorrow, Friday, April 14.
ATTACHMENTS:
• EC - CUHSD letter of support 4.10.23 (DOCX)
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April 13, 2023
Mr. Arnold Preciado, Assistant Superintendent
Central Union High School District
351 Ross Avenue
El Centro, CA 92243
Dear Mr. Preciado:
The City of El Centro is proud to partner with the Central Union High School District (CUHSD) in supporting its application for the Renew America’s Schools Grant to modernize and improve facilities at Southwest High School and Central Union High School. The educational program at CUHSD would greatly benefit by having the up-to –date facilities to really enhance student’s skills and abilities to succeed in the life.
We know that the CUHSD has established itself to be one of the best educational institutions in Imperial Valley serving approximately 4,100 students. Many of these students are underserved and come from low-social economic families. With a successful grant application, the Southwest High School and Central Union High School students will increase their college and career opportunities by learning in an up-to - date facilities. We are thankful to have participated in the Renew America’s Schools application process with CUHSD.
We are deeply committed in supporting opportunities for our students to achieve academic, personal, and professional success. The improvements proposed will provide our students with a wonderful opportunity to succeed.
Sincerely,
Martha Cardenas-Singh
Mayor
City of El Centro
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Attachment: EC - CUHSD letter of support 4.10.23 (5934 : Letter of Support for Central Union High School District)