AGENDA DATE: 3/9/2016
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Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
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SUBJECT/PROPOSAL/REQUEST: Public hearing for proposed submission of CDBG application for Alberene Housing Rehabilitation
ITEM TYPE: Regular Action Item
STAFF CONTACT(S): Foley, Letteri, Davis, White
PRESENTER (S): Ron White
LEGAL REVIEW: Yes
REVIEWED BY: Thomas C. Foley
BACKGROUND: The Virginia Community Development Block Grant (VCDBG) program is a federally-funded grant program administered by the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD). Since 1982, the DHCD has provided funding to eligible units of local government (in non-entitlement communities only) for projects that address critical community needs, including housing, infrastructure, and economic development. Albemarle County has received numerous grants in previous years to support housing and community improvement initiatives. The VCDBG application process requires that two local public hearings be conducted. The first public hearing was held on January 6, 2016, at which time information was provided on eligible activities that may be funded by a VCDBG grant, the amount of funding estimated to be available, past activities undertaken with VCDBG funds, and the process for applying for funding. There were two comments at the hearing encouraging the County to look at alternative types of housing. The purpose of this public hearing is to provide information on the proposed project application and to accept public comment on the application. Applications are submitted by the County to DHCD; however, the proposed activities may be undertaken by other agencies. Albemarle County can submit one or more applications, but is limited to awards totaling no more than $2.5 million.
STRATEGIC PLAN: Goal 7. Operational Capacity. Ensure County government's ability to provide high quality service that achieves community priorities.
DISCUSSION: Albemarle County was offered ...
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