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FUNDS (18TH YEAR APPLICAtION)
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 91-143
approving the 1992-93 application fpr the proposed use of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
BACKGROUND
For the past 17 years, federally funded Community Development Block
Grant monies have been available to local jurisdictions to assist
- in the elimination of urban blight. The primary objective that
must be met for all CDBG programs is the dtevelopment of viable
urban communities, including the provision of decent housing and a
suitable living environment, and expanding the potential for
economic opportunity, principally for persons of low and moderate
income.
CDBG funds continue to be affected by requirements contained in the
federal Housing and Communities Act of 1974. Activities that can
be carried out with Community Development Block Grant funds
include, but are not limited to: acquisition of real property,
relocation and demolition, rehabilitation of residential and non-
residential structures, construction of public facilities and
improvements such as water and sewer facilities, streets and
neighborhood centers and the conversion of schools for eligible
purposes. In addition, Block Grant funds may be used to pay for
public services within certain very restrictive limits, and for
activities relating,,. to energy resources. Ten percent (10%) of
total grant proceeds nay be used for general program planning.
The County of Orange has recently solicited funding applications
for the City's future participation in the Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Program for fiscal year 1992-93 (Program Year
XVIII) . Prior to the submittal of such, the City must first obtain
citizen input through an informal meeting (Citizen Participation
Committee) and formal hearing with final approval given by the City
Council through adoption of the attached Resolution.
William A. Huston
Re: 1992-93 CDBG Funds
Page 2
November 4, 1991
CITY OF_TUSTIN PARTICIPATION
The City of Tustin is fortunate that it is without a level of slum
and blight which is commonly understood to exist within an urban
environment typically found in some of the nation's inner cities.
However, for the purposes of obtaining this valuable funding
source Tustin has previously determined and designated that area
of the community which meets minimum federal and state definitions
of slum and blight (Exhibit 1) . In order to allocate funds outside
of the specific CDBG target area, there must be shown that a
concentration . of low or moderate income households exists
elsewhere.
City of Tustin participation has occurred since the program's
initiation in 1975 and has been primarily focused upon residential
rehabilitation and capital improvement projects. A summary of
performance data on all projects undertaken over the last several
years is included as a part of this report (Exhibit 2).
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION
Each participating jurisdiction must pkovide residents an
opportunity to be informed of the City's intent to submit an
application and our desire for public input prior to its
preparation. This is accomplished through what is called a Citizen
Participation Committee (CPC) meeting. Although an informal
meeting, the CPC meeting date and time is officially noticed in the
local newspaper. In addition, personal invitations (Exhibit 3)
were mailed to members of several City Boards and Commissions
(Exhibit 4).
On October 17, 1991, those citizens attending the CPC meeting
(Exhibit 5) were asked to accomplish the following three tasks:
1 Provide input on a number of potential CDBG projects
suggested by City staff;
2. Suggest ,additional potential projects for Council
consideration; -- � -
3. Prioritize all projects proposed for CDBG funding during
Year 18.
The following list includes potential projects for the 18th year
grant application that have been 'identified by City departments:
William A. Huston
Re: 1992-93 CDBG Funds
Page 3
November 4, 1991
1. •Residential Rehabilitation
The use of CDBG funds to continue a neighborhood housing
rehabilitation program for senior citizens, low to moderate
income households and apartment owners to prevent blighting
conditions of residential structures. Eighteenth year funding
should concentrate on the southwest portion of the city
($100,000).
2. Commercial Rehabilitation
The use of CDBG funds to continue to offer grants to
businesses in the First Street and Old Town areas for minor
exterior repairs, beautification and seismic reinforcement
($25,000).
3. Public Works
° Southwest Neighborhood - The use of CDBG funds for
sidewalk, driveway apron, and curb and gutter repair and
reconstruction within three specific Community
Improvement Target Areas (Exhibit .6). The project would
also involve parkway impgrovements including street tree
replacement (Estimated costs: Target Area "A", $50,000;
Target Area "B", $50,000; Target Area "C", $25,000).
San Juan Street - between Newport Avenue and Orange
Street. This project will consist of the construction of
curb and gutter, sidewalks, driveway aprons, street
paving and the installation of street lights. These
improvements will also provide street widening,
controlled roadway drainage and improved pedestrian
safety ($99,700).
° Walnut Street - between Newport Avenue and Orange Street.
This project will consist of the construction of curb and
gutter, sidewalks, driveway aprons, street paving and the
installation of street lights. These improvements will
provide street widening, controlled roadway drainage and
improved pedestrian safety ($102,500).
C Street - northerly of Mitchell Avenue. This project
will consist of the reconstruction of deteriorated street
pavement, curbs and gutters, sidewalks and the
installation of new street lighting. In addition to the
above improvements, a storm drain system will be
installed to improve roadway drainage conditions
($92,800).
William A. Huston
Re: 1992-93 CDBG Funds
Page 4
November 4, 1991
5. Frontier Park
The use of CDBG funds for demolition of the existing restroom
building and construction of is new 400 square foot restroom
facility ($80,000).
6. Graffiti Removal
The use of CDBG funds for the removal of graffiti on private
property at no cost to the property owner ($25,000).
Staff had also recommended that the CPC consider two other programs
(Relocatable Classrooms for Day Care and a City Hall Annex to
provide more accessible services and outreach to the project area) .
Review of CDBG requirements and further discussion with the County
has determined that neither are eligible for funding at this time.
The Citizen Participation Committee suggested the following
programs be added to the application:
1. Undergrounding of Utilities
Unsightly powerlines should be undergrounded especially within
the Old Tustin neighborhoods. It has been determined by staff
that this project would entail tremendous cost above and
beyond that typically available through Community Development
Block Grant funds (cost unknown).
2. Relocation of Historic Buildings
This project would fund the cost associated with the moving
and subsequent saving of potentially historic buildings from
sites where development is to occur. Costs could include
moving expenses and land purchase costs if a City project
(cost unknown). This project is fundable through the use of
CDBG monies. However, the County has indicated that funding
would only occur if a specific project site and building could
be identified -prior to the submittal of the City's
application.
3. Handicapped Access
Several street corners -in the project area are currently
without handicapped access. This project would fund the
construction of handicapped accessible street corners
($45,000).
William A. Huston
Re: 1992-93 CDBG Funds
Page 5
November 4, 1991
4. Sidewalk Improvements in the Qld Tustin Area
Several locations in the Old Tustin area are without
continuous stretches of sidewalk. This project would fund the
construction of sidewalks "to fill in the gaps (cost
unknown)." Costs associated with this project would also
currently be beyond the scope of CDBG program funding. The
provision of connecting sidewalks in this area relies on the
costly acquisition of private land dedications for public
right-of-way.
The Citizen Participation Committee also recommended the following
priority for those CDBG projects that have been determined eligible
and feasible:
1. Public Works (including Handicapped Access)
2. Commercial Rehabilitation
3. Frontier Park
4. Residential Rehabilitation
5. Graffiti Removal
6. Historic Building Relocation
CONCLUSION
The Citizen Participation Committee recommended that the City's
Residential Rehabilitation Program be reduced in priority due to an
apparent lack of property owner interest. Staff strongly disagrees
with this prioritization particularly given the City Council's
desire to emphasize housing rehabilitation in the southwest portion
of the city in support of the CoAmunity Improvement Partnership
Program (CIPP). Since only a portion of the southwest neighborhood
is in the Community Development Block Grant Target Area, staff
believes that Residential Rehabilitation is a project which should
receive the City_Council's endorsement as the most important CDBG
program. In addition, Residential Rehabilitation monies are
actually in high demand throughout the CDBG Target Area. Slow
drawdown of funds is attributable to lengthy application processing
at the County.
For the same reasons staff would recommend that public improvements
in the southwest neighborhood also be prioritized above other
Public Works projects.
Also, in light of the success of the recently initiated graffiti
removal program, staff recommends that funding for this program be
pursued at a higher priority than that recommended by the CPC.
William A. Huston
Re: 1992-93 CDBG Funds
Page 6
November 4, 1991
In addition, since staff is unaware of any specific historic
building relocation project in need of funding, and due to the fact
that the County has indicated an unwillingness to fund speculative
projects, no funding amount is recommended for this item at this
time.
Finally, in light of all of the
Council support the following list
year"s CDBG application:
Proj ect
above, staff recommends that
of prioritized projects for this
1. Residential Rehabilitation
2. Graffiti Removal
3. Commercial Rehabilitation
4. Public Works
a. Southwest Area
1. Target Area "A"
2. Target Area "B"
3. Target Area "C"
b. C Street
c. San Juan Street
d. Walnut Street
5. Frontier Park
6. Handicapped Access
Dollar Requests
$100,000
$15,000
$25,000
$50,000
$50,000
$25,000
$92,800
$99,700
$102,500
$80,000
$45,000
Resolution No. 91-143 has. been prepared for Council action. Staff
will be available to answer questions about the above listed
recommendations.
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Dana Ogdon Christine A. 9hing.1111ton,
Senior Planner Assistant City Manager
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Attachments: Resolution No. 91-143
CDBG Target Areas
Project Status Report
Personal„Invitations
List of CPC Invitees
CPC Attendance List
CIPP Target Areas
RESOLUTION NO. 91-143
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
TUSTIN, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE CITY'S 1992-92
APPLICATION FOR HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF SUCH APPLICATION
TO THE COUNTY OF ORANGE.
WHEREAS, under the Housing and Community Development Act of
1974, as amended, Federal assistance may be provided for the
support of community development activities which are directed
toward certain specific objectives as set forth in the Act; and
WHEREAS, citizens were furnished with information
concerning the CDBG Program, the range of eligible activities,
and the proposed use of funds through a Citizen Participation
workshop held on October 17, 1991; and
WHEREAS, a staff report has been prepared recommending
proposed projects for the City's participation in the 1992-92
CDBG Year 18 Program.
WHEREAS, a public hearing to obtain the views of citizens
on community development and housing needs was held by the City
Council on November 4, 1991
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, the City Council of the City
of Tustin resolves as follows:
Section 1: The City of Tustin's 1992-93 application for
Housing and community Development Block Grant funds, and the
proposed use of funds is hereby approved in the order of
prioritization identified by Council at their hearing of
November 4, 1991.
Section 2: Staff is hereby directed to prepare and submit
an application reflecting Council's desires and direction for
the City's participation in year 18.
Section 3: The City Manager of the City of Tustin or his
designated representative its authorized to execute such
documents, certifications, contracts, or other instruments as
may be required,.'
equired,,, to carry out the City's Community Development
Block Grant Program.
Section 4: The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of
this Resolution and shall file a copy of said application with
the minutes of this City Council meeting.
Resolution No. 91-143
Page 2
PASSED and ADOPTED by the City Council of Tustin this 4th day of
November, 1991.
HARLES E. PUCKETT
Mayor
MARY E. WYNN
City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF ORANGE ) SS
CITY OF TUSTIN )
CERTIFICATION FOR RESOLUTION NO. 91-143
- MARY E. WYNN, City Clerk and ex -officio Clerk of the City
Council of the City of Tustin, California, does hereby certify
that the whole number of the members of the City Council of the
City of Tustin is five; that the above and foregoing Resolution
No. 91-143 was duly and regularly introduced and read at a
regular meeting of the City Council held on the 4th day of
November, 1991, by the following vote:
COUNCILMEMBER AYES:
COUNCILMEMBER NOES:
COUNCILMEMBER ABSTAINED:
COUNCILMEMBER ABSENT:
Mary E. Wynn, City Clerk
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EXHIBIT 1 10
TUSTIN
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Housing/Community Development ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT AGENCY
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EXHIBIT 2
CITY OF TUSTIN
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
PROJECT STATUS REPORT
Project Year
Description
Amount
Status
1st Year (1975-76)
El
Camino Real Study and
Street Improvements
$
38,960.00
Completed
2nd Year (1976-77)
Various Public Improvements
$100,709.00
Completed
Projects
8th Year (1982--83)
1.
Residential Rehab. Prog.
$
50,000.00
Completed
2.
Storm Drain Installation
$
50,000.00
Completed
9th Year (1983-84)
1.
Residential Rehab. Prog.
$
75,000.00
Completed
2.
Street Improvements for
South "B" Street/Mitchell
$
75,000.00
Completed
Special Jobs Bill
Street Improvements for South
-
"B" Street/Mitchell r
$
65,000.00
Completed
.LOth Year (1984-85)
1.
Residential Rehab. Prog.
$
25,000.00
Completed
2.
Street Improvements for South
"B" Street/Mitchell Area
$
60,000.00
Completed
11th Year (1985-86)
1.
Residential Rehab. Prog.
$
50,000.00
Completed
2.
Street Improvemenits for South
"B" Street/Mitchell Area
$
60,000.00
Completed
3.
Street Improvements for
Annexation 135 Area
$114,696.78
Cmpleted;
June 1988
12th Year (1986-87)
1.
Residential Rehab. Prog.
$
85,000.00
Completed
2.
S
Multi -Service Senior
Center
$
20,000-00
Completed
__Community Development Block Grant Program
_oject Status Report
xhibit 2
Page two
Project Year Description Amount
13th Year (1987-88) 1. Residential Rehab. Prog. $ 40,000.00
2. Public Facilities for
Annexation 135 area $ 50,000.00
2. Commercial Rehabilitation $ 20,000.00
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Status
Completed
Oapleted;
June 1988
Completed
Completed
Completed
In process
Completed
In process
Completed
Contract
Pending
Contract
Pending
3.
Senior Citizen Community
Center
$
15,000.00
14th Year (1988-89)
1.
Residential Rehab:. Prog.
$
40,000.00
2.
Orange Street Area
Public Facilities
$
25,000.00
3.
Commercial Rehab. Prog.
$
20,000.00
Re -programmed to Graffiti '
Removal
ith Year (1989-90)
1.
Residential Rehab.
$
50,000.00
2.
Commercial Rehab.
$
20,000.00
3.
Orange Street Area
Public Facilities
$
45,000.00
16th Year (1990-91)
1.
Residential Rehab. Prog.
$
65,000.00
2.
Orange Street Implrovements
$
40,000.00
17th Year (1991-92)
1.
Residential Rehab. Prog.
$
80,000.00
2. Commercial Rehabilitation $ 20,000.00
DO:do/CDBG.MIS
Status
Completed
Oapleted;
June 1988
Completed
Completed
Completed
In process
Completed
In process
Completed
Contract
Pending
Contract
Pending
EXHIBIT 3
t Community Development Department
October 4, 1991
Donald LeJeune
440 W. Main Street
Tustin, California 92680
City Of Tustin
15222 Del Amo Avenue
Tustin, CA 92680
(714) 544-8890
FAX (714) 832-0825
RE: CITIZEN PARTICIPATION MEETING FOR HCDBG YEAR 18 APPLICATION
Dear Mr. LeJeune:
Once again, it is time to meet together to provide citizen input on
the City of Tustin's Housing and Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) application for Year 18. The purpose of this letter is to
invite you to participate in a Citizen Participation Meeting to
provide you, and other Tustin citizens, the opportunity to identify
and prioritize projects for potential CDBG funding in Fiscal Year
1992-93. '
Activities that can be carried out with Community Development Block
Grant funds include, but are not limited to: "acquisition of real
property, relocation and demolition, rehabilitation of residential
and non-residential structures, construction of public facilities
and improvements, such as water and sewer facilities, streets and
neighborhood centers and the conversion of schools for eligible
purposes. In addition, Block Grant funds may be used to pay for
public services within certain very restrictive limits, and for
activities relating to energy resources.
The Citizen Participation Meeting has been scheduled to occur on
October 17, 1991, from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the City Council
Chambers conference room, 300 Centennial Way, Tustin, California.
Please plan to attend.
Should you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact
Dana Ogdon of my staff at (714) 544-8890, extension 291.
Thank you for your assistance in this matter.
Very Truly Yours,
Christine A. Shingleton
Assistant City Manager
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EXHIBIT 4
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION MEETING FOR THE
HOUSING AND COMMUNTY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT YEAR IS APPLICA ION
Plannina Commission:
Donald Le Jeune - Chairman
A.L. Baker - Vice Chairman
Casper Kasparian
Marjorie Kasalek
Kathy Weil
Parks & Recreation Commission
Sam Randall - Chairman
James Kane - Vice Chairman
Lois Carr
William Stracker
Margarete Thompson
Susan Welsh
Don Biery
Cultural Resources Advisorv_Committee
John Sauers - Chairman
Richard Vining - Vice Chairman
Robert Edgell
Jeff Thompson
Brent Ferdig
Senior Advisory Board
Lloyd Ebel
Ken,Hoesterey
Ruby May
Janet Schwartz
Margarete Thompson
Tova Griffin - Tustin Chamber of Commerce
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EXHIBIT 5
OCTOBER 17, 1991
CITIZEN PARTICIPATION MEETING FOR THE
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT YEAR IS APPLICATION
Ruby May
Lloyd Ebel
Richard Vining
John Sauers
Brent Ferdig
Tova Griffin
Margarete Thompson
Bill Stracker
Jeff Thompson
Rita Westfield
Melissa O'Neal
Dana Ogdon
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Meeting Attendance
1602 Nisson, Apt. Q-2, Tustin
1522 Copperfield Dr., Tustin
400 W. Main, Tustin
515 S. Pacific, Tustin
200 S. "B" Street, Tustin
399 El Camino Real, Tustin
2251 Barberry Road
13062 Cortina, Tustin
415 W. 6th Street, Tustin
City staff
City staff
City staff
EXHIBIT 6
Community .-Aprovement Progran_ .'arget Area
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