DEPARTMENT MAKING REQUEST
Human Services
Title
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Urban Qualification for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - Updated Timeline
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REQUESTED MOTION/ACTION
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Recommended Action:
a) Approve the letter to the U.S. Department Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and authorize the Chairman to sign; and
b) Approve the letter to the City of Punta Gorda and authorize the Chairman to sign; and
c) Approve the Interlocal Agreement between Charlotte County and the City of Punta Gorda and authorize the Chairman to sign.
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budget
Budgeted Action:
No action needed.
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BACKGROUND (Why is this Action Necessary, and What Action will be accomplished)
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Background:
In January 2024, Charlotte County initiated the process for Urban Qualification for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding for FY2025-2027. The City of Punta Gorda opted to participate at their February 2024 meeting. A consultant was hired in July 2024 (Civitas) and efforts began to prepare an Interlocal Agreement (aka Cooperation Agreement) with the City and determine data sources for the Consolidated Plan and first year Action Plan. A July-June program year was selected, with funding anticipated July 1, 2026.
In discussions between staff, the Consultant, and HUD Miami Field Office Director, it was determined that FY2025 eligibility is not feasible. A revised timeline has been established for qualification for FY2026-2028. An October-September program year is proposed, with funding anticipated October 1, 2026. As the funding cycle has changed, updated letters to HUD, with the City of Punta Gorda's acknowledgement of the change, are required.
Provided for consideration are the following: letter to HUD declaring intent to seek Urban Qualification for FY2026-2028, letter to City of Punta Gorda requesting their confirmation of amended timeline and funding cycle, and Interlocal Agreement between Charlotte County and the City of Punta Gorda. The Department is requesting...
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