CC - Item 3A - Public Hearing and Approval of the 2021-22 Annual Action Plan as Required by the Community Development Block Grant, HOME, and CDBG-Coronavirus ProgramsROSEMEAD CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: GLORIA MOLLEDA, CITY MANAGER �.lA.
DATE: April 27, 2021
SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVAL OF THE 2021-2022 ANNUAL
ACTION PLAN AS REQUIRED BY THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG), HOME INVESTMENT
PARTNERSHIPS (HOME), AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT — CORONAVIRUS (CDBG-CV) PROGRAMS
SUMMARY
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development provides funding to states, counties
and cities in the form of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment
Partnerships (HOME) funds. Since the City of Rosemead is an Entitlement City, the City is
eligible to receive both CDBG and HOME funds which it has for many years.
Before Rosemead can receive these funds, federal regulations require that a Consolidated Plan
(i.e., five-year plan) be adopted by the City that serves as the federal planning document for
those jurisdictions receiving Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME
Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program funds. The Consolidated Plan was adopted by the
City Council in 2020. In addition, federal regulations also require the adoption of an Annual
Action Plan to the Consolidated Plan that operates on a single program year established by the
City (i.e., July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022). As required by federal requirements, the City will
submit its One Year Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) by May 15, 2021.
The City of Rosemead views the Annual Action Plan requirements as an opportunity to reassess
its housing needs and priorities, as well as its programs and resources in a manner that will best
meet the affordable housing and community development challenges of the Rosemead
community. The estimated City entitlement for FY 2021-21 is $738,492 in CDBG funding and
$337,512 in HOME funding.
It should be noted that under the CDBG program, eligible projects must either provide benefits to
low- or moderate -income persons, eliminate slum or blighted conditions, or be an urgent need. In
addition, at least 70 percent or more of the FY 2021-22 entitlement total must be used for
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activities benefiting low- and moderate -income residents of Rosemead. Of the HOME funds
received, funds can only be used for housing activities benefiting low- or moderate -income
persons.
As a recipient of Community Block Development Grant (CDBG) funds, the City of Rosemead is
eligible to receive $528,646 in Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus (CDBG-
CV) Round 3 funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
CDBG-CV funds must be used to prevent, prepare for, or respond to the Coronavirus pandemic,
and may not be used to supplant other funding sources. Additionally, CDBG-CV funds must
meet a CDBG program national objective, and the activity must be CDBG-eligible. HUD also
provided for communities to accept several regulatory waivers that facilitate the rapid use of
CDBG-CV funds.
The purpose of this public hearing is to provide the public with an opportunity to comment on
the programs and activities proposed in the FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan.
DISCUSSION
The City of Rosemead is a federal entitlement grant recipient of Community Development Block
Grant and HOME Investment Partnerships funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development (HUD). As part of the process to receive funding, the City must undertake
development of a Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan. It is called a Consolidated Plan
because it consolidates the application process for HUD's four (4) entitlement grants into one
consolidated plan and application. The four grants are: CDBG, HOME, Housing Opportunities
for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA), and Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG). All four grants are
driven by an entitlement formula process set by the federal government. The City is eligible to
participate in two (2) of these programs: CDBG and HOME.
In order to receive the FY 2021-22 allocations, the City must comply with the following
requirements of the Consolidated Plan final rule regarding pre -submission requirements:
Fulfill citizen participation requirements by conducting a public hearing to receive
citizen input regarding annual funding needs;
Publish a Draft Annual Action Plan for a 30 -day comment period in order to
receive citizen input regarding the final document; and
Conduct a public hearing adopting the final Annual Action Plan.
HUD requires every state and local government that receives CDBG and HOME funding to
prepare a five-year comprehensive plan which brings community needs and resources together to
achieve statutory goals, and thereby address decent housing, create a suitable living environment
and expand economic opportunities for the city's residents, particularly for low- and moderate -
income persons. As an Entitlement Community, the City of Rosemead is required to prepare and
submit a five-year Consolidated Plan that serves as the federal planning document for receiving
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CDBG and HOME Program funds. The City completed its 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan in May
2020.
Every year, the City is also required to prepare and submit an Annual Action Plan to HUD which
serves to update and delineate efforts in the program year ahead toward meeting the priorities
established by the City in its Consolidated Plan. The Annual Action Plan operates on a single
program year established by the City (i.e., July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022), whereas the
Consolidated Plan covers a five-year planning period (July 1, 2020 through June 30, 2025).
After much deliberation and thought, it is being proposed that the activities shown in Attachment
A be funded under the CDBG, HOME, and CDBG-CV3 programs and included in the City's
Annual Action Plan for the FY 2021-22.
CDBG Proms
In reviewing the CDBG recommendations, it would be appropriate for the City Council to
remember that only three broad funding categories are considered eligible under CDBG
regulations. A project must either (1) provide benefits to low- or moderate -income persons, (2)
eliminate slum or blighted conditions, or (3) satisfy an urgent need. In addition, of the CDBG
funds received, no more than 15% ($110,773) of the annual grant amount can be used for social
service activities; no more than 20% ($147,698) of the grant amount can be used for Planning
and Administrative services; and at least 70% of all funds must be used for low -to -moderate
income activities.
It should be noted that there were no new public service funding requests submitted for the FY
2021-22. The Annual Action Plan continues to include funds for the City's Senior Nutrition
Services at the Garvey Center, the Summer Youth Employment Program, Family Promise, and
Fair Housing services.
HOME Program
In reviewing the HOME funds recommendations, it would be appropriate for the City Council to
remember that no more than 10% ($33,751) can be used for administrative and program delivery
activities. At least 15% ($50,627) must be set aside for CHDO, as constituted under the
regulations. The balance of funds can only be used for housing activities. Unexpended amounts
were carried over from the FY 2020-21 budget for Owner -Occupied Rehabilitation Loans and
the affordable housing program. In addition to the activities above, the City is currently pursuing
an opportunity to develop affordable housing.
CDBG-CV3 Funds
On March 27, 2020, the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act of 2020 (the
"CARES Act") was signed into law by the Federal Government. The CARES Act provides $5
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billion in Community Development Block Grant funding ("CDBG") to assist "America's low-
income families and most vulnerable citizens."
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, on March 31, April 9 and April 10, 2020, HUD
published memoranda of available regulatory waivers and flexibilities for the CDBG Program,
HOME Program and the Consolidated Plan. The regulatory waivers and flexibilities are intended
to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and facilitate assistance to households and businesses
economically impacted by the pandemic.
On September 11, 2020, HUD announced the release of approximately $2 billion in Round 3
CDBG-CV funds. The City of Rosemead is eligible to receive $528,646 in CDBG- CV Round 3
funds from HUD.
The proposed program funding allocation breakdown for the FY 2021-22 Action Plan is found
on Attachment A.
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
That the City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing and receive public testimony on the Annual Action Plan;
2. Approve the FY 2021 - 2022 Annual Action Plan including CDBG, HOME, and CDBG-
CV3 funding recommendations, and authorize the submittal of the Annual Action Plan to
the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
3. Authorize City Manager to execute all appropriate and necessary documents to receive
funding and implement approved use and make necessary budget adjustments based on
HUD's final allocation amount; and
4. Authorize City Manager to execute sub -recipient agreements with the non-profit
organizations receiving CDBG, HOME, CDBG-CV3 allocations in the Action Plan.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to the General Fund.
The Annual Action Plan includes HUD funding allocation for CDBG, HOME, and CDBG-CV3
programs.
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STRATEGIC PLAN IMPACT
The FY 2021-2022 Annual Action Plans implements the "Key Organizational Goals" of ensuring
the City's continued financial viability by actively pursuing quality economic development;
enhance public safety and quality of life; and beautify residential neighborhoods and commercial
corridors.
PUBLIC NOTICE PROCESS
This item has been noticed through the regular agenda notification process, which includes a
public hearing notice published in the Rosemead Reader on March 25, 2021, Attachment C.
Copies of the draft Plan were available during the 30 -day public review and comment period
from March 26, 2021 through April 27, 2021.
Prepared by:
Submitted by:
Andres Rangor Ben
Management Analyst A istant City Manager
Attachment A: FY CDBG, HOME, and CDBG-CV3 Funding Allocations
Attachment B: FY 2021-2021 Annual Action Plan
Attachment C: Rosemead Reader Public Notice
Attachment A
FY 2021-22
CDBG, CDBG-CV3, and HOME
Funding Allocations
Attachment A
CDBG & HOME ALLOCATIONS
PROPOSED FY 2021-2022 CDBG BUDGET
Program Administration Cost
Planning & Administration (20% Max)
$147,000
Subtotal
$147,000
Rehabilitation (Program and Activity Delivery Cost)
Handyman Grants
Social Services
$31,492
Commercial Facade Improvements
$100,000
$100,000
Subtotal
$131,492
Social Services (15% Max)
Summer Youth Program
$30,000
Senior Nutrition Program
$60,000
Family Promise
$5,000
Fair Housing
$15,000
Subtotal
$110,000
Public Facilities
Rosemead Park Bathroom Improvements
$350,000
Subtotal
$350,000
Total CDBG Allocation
$738,492
PROPOSED FY 2021-2022 CDBG-CV3 BUDGET
Program Administration Cost
Planning & Administration
Subtotal
$105,000
$105,000
Economic Development
Small Business Assistance Program
Subtotal
$323,646
$323,646
Social Services
Food Bank
$100,000
Subtotal
Total CDBG-CV3 Allocation
$100,000
$528,646
PROPOSED FY 2021-2022 HOME BUDGET
Program Administration Cost
Planning & Administration (10% Max)
Subtotal
$33,751
$33,751
Community Housing Development Organization
CHDO (min. 15% Set Aside)
Subtotal
$50,627
$50,627
Housing Assistance
Down Payment Assistance
Subtotal
Total HOME Allocation
$253,134
$253,134
$337,512
Attachment B
FY 2021-22
Annual Action Plan
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Table of Contents
Tableof Contents.................................................................................................................................................. 2
ExecutiveSummary ................................................................................................................................................ 3
AP -15 Expected Resources — 91.220(c)(1,2)................................................................................................... 6
AP -20 Annual Goals and Objectives.................................................................................................................. 9
AP -35 Projects — 91.220(d)............................................................................................................................... I I
AP -38 Project Summary ..................................................................................................................................... 13
AP -50 Geographic Distribution — 91.220(f)................................................................................................... 17
AP -55 Affordable Housing — 91.220(g)........................................................................................................... 19
AP -60 Public Housing — 91.220(h)................................................................................................................... 21
AP -65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities — 91.220(i)............................................................23
AP -75 Barriers to affordable housing — 91.220(j)......................................................................................... 25
AP -85 Other Actions — 91.220(k).................................................................................................................... 26
AP -90 Program Specific Requirements — 91.220(1)(1,2,4)..........................................................................29
Tables:
Table60 — Expected Resources.............................................................................................................................................. 7
Table61 —Annual Goals...........................................................................................................................................................9
Table62 - Goals Description.................................................................................................................................................10
Table63 - Project Summary ..................................................................................................................................................11
Table64 — Project Information...............................................................................................................................................12
Table65 - Geographic Distribution.....................................................................................................................................17
Table 66 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement...........................................................19
Table 67 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type........................................................................19
Appendix:
AppendixA — Home Sales Data.............................................................................................................................................30
AppendixB — Citizen Participation.......................................................................................................................................31
Appendix C — SF424 Forms and Certifications................................................................................................................32
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Executive Summary
1. Introduction
As a condition for the City of Rosemead (City) to receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)
and HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) funds, the City must submit a five year Consolidated Plan (Con
Plan) outlining the jurisdiction's housing and community development needs and priorities, and an Annual
Action Plan identifying how the jurisdiction plans to allocate its US Department of Housing and Urban
Development (HUD) funding allocations to address those priority needs. This report utilizes HUD's current
standard template for producing the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan directly within HUD's Integrated
Disbursement and Information System (IDIS).
2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Needs Assessment Overview
The strategies and projects outlined in the 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan are intended to benefit low- and
moderate -income residents, improve distressed and blighted neighborhoods with high concentrations of
low- and moderate -income residents, and positively impact the City as a whole. These Strategies will be
coordinated with other federal and state grant programs and local initiatives in order to meet the
objectives outlined in the plan. The Annual Action Plan will focus on goals established within the Five -Year
2020-2024 ConPlan-Strategic Plan.
During the development of the Con Plan, the City solicited input from residents to identify and prioritize
the various community needs. Furthermore, the City consulted with local public and private service
providers to assess the housing and community development needs of low- to moderate -income
households and special needs households. The City consulted with the Los Angeles County Development
Authority (formally the Los Angeles County Development Commission) and nonprofit organizations to
determine funding needs for housing and services for homeless persons, low- to moderate -income
persons, and low-income neighborhoods.
Priority areas of need as determined from public participation and research for the Con Plan include:
1. Preserve the City's existing affordable housing stock for low- and moderate -income
households (LMI) in the 0 to 80 percent of Area Median Income (AMI) category;
2. Promote, increase, maintain homeownership for LMI households;
3. Provide safe, affordable, decent housing for LMI renters;
4. Assist with energy efficient improvements;
5. Provide supportive services for non -homeless persons with special needs; and
6. Promote fair housing among all income categories.
Evaluation of past performance
The City of Rosemead continually strives to improve the performance of its operations. The City prepares
the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation and Report (CAPER) annually, which documents
progress toward meeting needs and achieving strategies established in the Consolidated Plan and the
Annual Action Plan. Through the monitoring of performance measures and sub -recipients, staff is able to
identify operational improvements, resource allocation issues, and policy questions to be addressed in
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the upcoming year. Overall, the City of Rosemead and its partners have been successful in implementing
its fair housing program and housing projects established in the previous Annual Action Plan and the City
foresees continued progress through the new Action Plan. For a more detailed summary of the City's
evaluation of past performance, previous Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Reports
(CAPER's) can be requested through the Management Services Department.
4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process
The City launched a comprehensive outreach strategy to enhance and broaden citizen participation in the
preparation of the Five -Year Consolidated Plan. The City informed the public that it was in the process of
creating the 2015-2019 Consolidated Plan and encouraged public participation by hosting public meetings
in 2021. The City has undertaken diligent and good faith efforts to outreach to all segments of the
community that may benefit from the CDBG, and HOME programs.
Qualitative feedback collected through the community survey, and public hearings provided insight into
priority needs in the community. Top needs identified via the survey were:
• Affordable rental housing, energy-efficient home improvements, senior housing, housing for
disabled, and homeownership down payment assistance ranked as extremely important;
• Youth centers, and parks and recreation ranked as extremely important for most needed
community facilities --followed by a neighborhood community center, senior centers, and having
ADA accessibility to facilities;
• The prevention of homelessness ranked as extremely important;
• Community improvements including street and sidewalk improvements, street lighting, safe
routes to school, and graffiti removal ranked as very important; and
• After-school care, addressing neighborhood crime, and at -risk youth as well as park and
recreation needs ranked as extremely important.
Based on surveys received, housing discrimination had not been experienced by respondents, but believe
that it may exist in their neighborhood for people of a different race, ethnicity, or disability.
Respondents identified the cost of home maintenance and the lack of larger housing units as challenges;
and felt that single-family homes are most needed in the City, followed by senior housing, and multi-
family apartments. Lastly, the high cost of housing and rising land prices viewed most commonly as
impediments.
S. Summary of public comments
The Annual Action Plan was made available for public review from March 26, 2021 through April 27,
2021. The City prepared a notice announcing the Draft Action Plan was available for public review on the
City's website and may be available at the Rosemead City Hall, if City Hall reopens. The notice was
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published in the local newspaper. The notice also indicated the date, time, and location of the City Council
public hearing for adoption of the Annual Action Plan and included:
• The amount of CDBG/HOME assistance expected to be received during the plan duration;
• The range of activities that are proposed under the Action Plan using CDBG and HOME funds.
INSERT Comments
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
To be completed after public hearings.
7. Summary
The City of Rosemead's 2021-2022 Annual Action Plan reflects a unified vision to meet the identified needs
of the community and provide benefits to low- and moderate -income individuals and families over the
next five years, financial assistance and the support of the community will be directed toward the
following areas:
• Expand Fair Housing choice and access;
• Expand affordable housing opportunities;
• Maintain viable and efficient energy efficient housing and commercial areas;
• Maintain safe and green neighborhoods; and
• Provide vital public services.
The above goals support the preservation of existing housing stock, creation of more affordable rental
units, homelessness prevention activities, community facilities, safe and walkable streets, and enhance
recreation opportunities—all the community needs resulting from the Con Plan survey. The City of
Rosemead will continue to concentrate its resources for maximum impact and strive to address the needs,
priorities, and goals identified in this 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan.
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AP -15 Expected Resources — 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
The Action Plan focuses on activities to be funded with the two federal entitlement grants—CDBG and
HOME—administered by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Housing and
community development needs in the City are extensive and require the effective and efficient use of
limited funds. HUD allocates CDBG and HOME funding to eligible jurisdictions on a formula basis, using
factors such as population, income distribution, and poverty rate.
CDBG Program
CDBG is an annual grant to cities to assist in the development of viable communities by providing decent
housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic opportunities, principally to persons of
low -and moderate -income.
There is a wide range of activities that are eligible under CDBG Programs. CDBG grantees are
responsible for ensuring that each eligible activity meets one of three national objectives:
• Benefiting low–and moderate–income persons;
• Aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight; and
• Meet an urgent need that the grantee is unable to finance on its own.
The City is anticipating receiving approximately $738,492 in PY 2021-2022 CDBG funds.
In addition, the City has received $528,646 in CDBG-CV3 in PY 2020-2021 to assist residents impacted by
the COVID-19 pandemic.
HOME Program
HOME funds are awarded annually as formula grants to participating jurisdictions (PJ's). The program's
flexibility allows local governments to use HOME funds for grants, direct loans, loan guarantees or other
forms of credit enhancement, rental assistance or security deposits.
HOME is designed to create affordable housing to low-income households. The program was designed
to reinforce several important values and principles of community development.
The City is anticipating receiving approximately $337,512 in PY 2021-2022 HOME funds.
The City proposes to use its HOME funds for the Residential/Rental Rehabilitation Program, develop
affordable housing through acquisition/rehabilitation, down payment assistance, and for the general
administration of the HOME Program.
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Anticipated Resources
Program
Source
Uses of Funds
Expected
Amount
Available Year
2
Expected
Narrative
Annual
Program
Prior Year
Total:
of
Amount
Description
Funds
Allocation:
Income:
Resources:
$
Available
$
$
$
Remainder
of Con Plan
CDBG
Public-
Acquisition
In Year 2, the
federal
Admin and
City expects to
Planning
receive
Economic
$738,492 in
Development
CDBG
Housing
entitlement
Rehab
funds. Any
Public
unencumbered
Improvements
funds from
Public
prior year(s)
Services
resources will
be allocated
capital
$738,492
$0
$0
$738,492
$2,215,476
improvements
HOME
Public-
Acquisition
In Year 2, the
federal
Homeowner
City expects to
rehab
receive
Multifamily
$337,512 in
rental new
HOME
and rehab
entitlement
TBRA
$337,512
$0
$0
$337,512
$1,012,536
funds.
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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 City will continue to use state and local funds to leverage federal entitlement dollars, including but
not limited to:
• City General Funds (Senior Nutrition Services and affordable housing projects)
• In-kind Donations
• Preserve the City's existing affordable housing stock for low- to moderate -income households
(i.e. State CalHome Fund Owner -Occupied Rehabilitation Loan Program (OOR)— Emergency
Grant, Grant & Rebate)
Also, the following service providers budgeted additional federal and non-federal funds to their activities
through funding from other cities, in-kind donations, United Way and other charitable organizations, and
the Federal and State governments:
• Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP);
• Senior Nutrition;
• Family Promises of San Gabriel Valley; and
• Fair Housing Services
The City of Rosemead anticipates assisting two low- to moderate -income homeowners through the
Owner -Occupied Rehabilitation Program. Low- to moderate -income is defined as individuals or families
whose household income is between 0 to 80 percent of the Median Family Income (MFI).
If the City received additional funds to assist with the preparation, prevention or response to the COVID-
19 pandemic, the City will allocated these funds to activities already funded with the CDBG-CV funds or
the City's activities under the current fiscal year.
In addition to HOME to provide affordable housing, the City implements the goals, objectives, and policies
of the City's Housing Element by creating the incentive of density bonuses to developers that provide
housing units affordable to low- to moderate -income households. A density bonus is allowed in
development with five or more units, excluding density bonus units.
If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that
may be used to address the needs identified in the plan
The City currently owns one parcel in the City and intends to use it to incentivize developers to address
economic development needs.
Discussion
Not applicable.
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AP -20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Goals Summary Information
Sort
Goal Name
Start
End
Category
Geographic
Needs
Funding
Goal Outcome
Order
Year
Year
Area
Addressed
Indicator
1
Expand Fair
2021
2022
Public service
Community
Fair Housing
CDBG:$15,000
10: Families assisted
Housing choice
Wide
5: Tenant or landlord
and access
training workshops
2
Expand
2021
2022
Affordable
Community
Affordable
HOME:
1: homebuyer
affordable
Housing
Wide
Housing
$253,134
housing
Public Housing
opportunities
Non -Homeless
Special Needs
3
Maintain viable
2021
2022
Affordable
Community
Housing
CDBG:$131,492
5: Commercial facades
and efficient
Housing
Wide
Economic
HOME: $50,627
rehabilitated
energy
Lead testing
Development
2: Handman grants
efficient
and
1: CHDO units
housing and
abatement
assistance
commercial
areas
4
Maintain Safe
2021
2022
Public facilities
Eligible
Housing
CDBG:$350,000
200: individuals
and Green
including
Low and
Accessibility
benefit from park
Neighborhoods
recreation and
Moderate -
Pedestrian
improvements
infrastructure
Income
facilities
300: individuals
Block
benefit from new
Groups
sidewalks and or safe
routes to school 150:
individuals benefit
from infrastructure
upgrades
5
Provide Vital
2021
2022
Non -Homeless
Community
Supportive
CDBG: $95,000
13-20: Summer Youth
Public Services
Special Needs
Wide
Services
Program
100: Senior Nutrition
Program
10: Family Promise
6
Planning and
2021
2022
Rehabilitation
Community
Housing
CDBG:$147,000
Efficient and effective
Administration-
Administration
Wide
HOME:$33,751
administration of
Community
planning and
Development
execution of
CHDO support
community
development and
housing rehabilitation.
Table 61— Annual Goals
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Goal Descriptions
1
Goal Name
Expand Fair Housing Choice and Access
Goal
The City will continue to collaborate with entities to assist families and individuals
Description
seeking counselling and or legal solutions to fair housing and discrimination
problems.
2
Goal Name
Expand Affordable Housing Opportunities
Goal
Provide funding for new housing development and or programs that assist low -
Description
and moderate -income families with finding housing solutions including programs
that increase homeownership, development of housing for special needs
populations, support integrated housing solutions and plans, and reduce barriers
to affordable housing consistent with the City's Analysis of Impediments to Fair
Housing Choice.
3
Goal Name
Maintain Decent and Energy Efficient Housing Stock
Goal
Provide programs and funding for owner -occupied rehabilitation including
Description
activities related to exterior home repairs, and replacement of deteriorating
windows, doors, and roofs as well as interior repairs, and upgrades to kitchens,
bedrooms, and, bathrooms. Such activities may also include lead testing and
clearance testing, remediation of lead/asbestos hazards of housing units
constructed prior to 1978.
4
Goal Name
Maintain Safe and Green Neighborhoods
Goal
Activities that improve the quality of life for residents include proactive code
Description
enforcement, improving parks, creating green streets, improving accessibility, and
safe routes to school.
5
Goal Name
Provide Vital Public Services
Goal
Provide needed public services that assist individuals and families in the following
Description
ways: crisis intervention, crime prevention, homeless prevention, services for at -
risk families, shelter in -take services, senior and special needs services, nutrition
and preventative health services, supplemental food/clothing/counseling and job
search assistance to those who are homeless or at -risk of homelessness, and other
vital social services.
6
Goal Name
Planning and Administration
Goal
This program provides payment of reasonable administrative costs and carrying
Description
charges related to the planning and execution of community development
activities and housing rehabilitation delivery that are financed in whole or in part
by CDBG funds. Planning and Administration also provides funds for the general
operating and planning and support for CHDO.
Table 62 — Goal Descriptions
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AP -35 Projects — 91.220(d)
Introduction
The City has been notified by HUD that it will be receiving an estimated $738,492 in CDBG funds for FY
2021-2022, and $337,512 in HOME funds. In addition, the City has received $528,646 in CDBG-CV3 funds.
Projects
#
Project Name
Budget
CDBG
1
Planning and Administration
$147,000
2
Economic Development: Commercial Fagade Improvement Program
$100,000
3
Housing: Handyman Grants
$31,492
4
Public Facilities: Rosemead Park Bathroom Improvements
$350,000
5
Public Service: Summer Youth Program
$30,000
6
Public Service: Senior Nutrition Program
$60,000
7
Public Service: Family Promise
$5,000
8
Public Service: Fair Housing Services
$15,000
HOME
9
Planning and Administration
$33,751
10
CHDO Assistance
$50,627
11
Down Payment Assistance
$253,134
CDBG-CV3
12
Planning and Administration: CDBG-CV3
$105,000
13
Economic Development: Small Business Assistance Program
$323,646
14
Public Services: Food Bank/Distribution
$100,000
Table 63 — Project Information
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs
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AP -38 Project Summary
Project Summary Information
1
Project Name
Program Administration
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Planning and Administration
Funding
CDBG: $147,000
Description
The City will continue to provide planning
and administration services required to
manage and operate the City's CDBG
programs. Such funds will assist in managing
community development, housing, and
economic development programs.
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
N/A
Location Description
CDBG Program Administration is located at
City Hall
Planned Activities
Program administrative costs for CDBG
operations.
2
Project Name
Commercial Fagade Improvement Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Maintain viable and energy efficient housing
and commercial areas
Needs Addressed
Housing and commercial rehabilitation
Funding
CDBG: $100,000
Description
Provide low interest loans to business
owners
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of
businesses that will benefit from the
proposed activities
5 -business owners
Location Description
To be determined
Planned Activities
Provide low interest loans/grants to viable
businesses to enhance exterior facades.
3
Project Name
Housing Rehabilitation — Handyman Grants
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Expand affordable housing opportunities
Needs Addressed
Affordable housing
Funding
CDBG: $31,492
Description
Conduct housing rehabilitation projects to
existing homes
Target Date
6/30/2022
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Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
2 units rehabilitated
Location Description
To be determined
Planned Activities
Undertake several housing rehabilitation
projects.
4
Project Name
Public Facilities Project
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Maintain safe and green neighborhoods
Needs Addressed
Improve the quality of life for residents
Funding
$350,000
Description
Park Improvments
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
200 Families
Location Description
Rosemead CA 91770
Planned Activities
Rosemead Park Bathroom Improvements
5
Project Name
Summer Youth Employment Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Provide vital public services.
Needs Addressed
Homeless prevention and public services
Funding
$30,000
Description
The Summer Youth Employment Program
provides employment opportunities for high
school aged youth.
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
15 Youth Assisted
Location Description
Citywide
Planned Activities
The program provides summer employment
for high school aged youth.
6
Project Name
Senior Nutrition Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Provide vital public services.
Needs Addressed
Homeless prevention and public services
Funding
$60,000
Description
Provide seniors with nutritious meals
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
50 seniors each week.
Location Description
Garvey Community Center, Rosemead
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Planned Activities
Provide Rosemead seniors with high quality,
cost efficient and nutritious meals at the
Garvey Community Center.
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Project Name
Family Promise
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Provide vital public services
Needs Addressed
Homeless prevention and public services.
Funding
$5,000
Description
Provide families with shelter and food while
helping residents find work, housing.
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families
50 families and or individuals
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description
1005 E. Las Tunas Blvd, San Gabriel, CA
Planned Activities
Family Promise is a congregation network
shelter program that addresses family
homelessness. Families are sheltered at
different locations week to week until they
can find permanent housing. Daycare is also
provided onsite.
8
Project Name
Fair Housing Services
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Expand fair housing choice and access
Needs Addressed
Fair housing education
Funding
CDBG: $15,000
Description
Provide funding to handle fair housing cases
and education
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families
Estimate of 10 households assisted
that will benefit from the proposed
5 tenant or landlord training workshops
activities
Location Description
Households within the City
Planned Activities
The City will provide legal services, training,
and mediation over discrimination cases and
Fair Housing Act education.
9
Project Name
Program Administration
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Planning and Administration
Funding
HOME: $33,751
Description
The City will continue to provide planning
and administration services required to
manage and operate the City's HOME
programs. Such funds will assist in managing
community development, and housing
programs.
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Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families
N/A
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description
HOME Program Administration is located at
City Hall
Planned Activities
Program administrative costs for HOME
operations.
10
Project Name
CHDOSet-Aside
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Expand affordable housing opportunities
Needs Addressed
Affordable housing
Funding
HOME: $50,627
Description
Assistance to selected CHDO to provide
affordable housing and residential
rehabilitation.
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families
To be determined
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description
To be determined
Planned Activities
Provide assistance to a CHDO to provide
affordable housing. The City may defer use of
these funds to future years in order to add
future HOME funds to complete a more
substantial project.
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Project Name
Down Payment Assistance Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Maintain viable and energy efficient housing
and commercial areas
Needs Addressed
Housing and commercial rehabilitation
Funding
HOME: $253,134
Description
Provide low interest loans to low- to -
moderate income homeowners of single-
family homes and condominiums to purchase
property.
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families
1 homeowner
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
Location Description
Location to be determined
Planned Activities
Provide loans to homeowners of single-
family homes and condominiums for low -to -
moderate income residents to purchase
property.
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Project Name
Program Administration
Target Area
Citywide
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Goals Supported
Planning and Administration
Needs Addressed
Planning and Administration
Funding
CDBG-CV: $105,000
Description
The City will continue to provide planning
and administration services required to
manage and operate the City's CDBG-CV3
programs. Such funds will assist in managing
community development, housing, and
economic development programs.
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
N/A
Location Description
CDBG-CV3 Program Administration is located
at City Hall
Planned Activities
Program administrative costs for CDBG-CV3
operations.
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Project Name
Small Business Assistance Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Maintain viable commercial areas
Needs Addressed
Economic Development
Funding
CDBG-CV: $323,646
Description
Provide grants to businesses effected by
COVID-19.
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of
businesses that will benefit from the
proposed activities
30 -business owners
Location Description
To be determined
Planned Activities
Provide grants to businesses
14
Project Name
Food Bank Program
Target Area
Citywide
Goals Supported
Provide vital public services.
Needs Addressed
Homeless prevention and public services
Funding
$100,000
Description
Provide residents impacted by COVID-19
pandemic with nutritious food.
Target Date
6/30/2022
Estimate the number and type of families
that will benefit from the proposed
activities
50 residents each week.
Location Description
Rosemead
Planned Activities
Provide Rosemead residents with high
quality, cost efficient and nutritious food.
Table 64— Project Information
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AP -50 Geographic Distribution — 91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority
concentration) where assistance will be directed.
To prevent the concentration of low-income persons, City housing programs are marketed and available
throughout the City. The programs are not directed to any one geographical area but ratherthe extremely
low- to moderate -income (0 to 80 percent of the MR) persons and families. The City wants to promote a
balanced and integrated community and is committed to providing assistance throughout the City.
There are exceptions to this policy for activities limited to low- and moderate -income block groups.
Eligible activities in areas found to be low- and moderate -income block groups include street
improvements, improvement to public facilities, and improvements to facilities for persons with special
needs.
The low- and moderate -income (LMI) area benefit national objective applies if the activities benefit all
persons in a residential area where at least 51 percent of persons will benefit from the activities. Housing
conditions survey data report that many of these tracts (mostly multi -family residential) consist of a
majority of structures and properties within the block require major repair of building systems. The LMI
residential areas in the City cover the very most northern part and the Garvey district in the southern half
of the City, below Highway 10. The Garvey district is comprised primarily of residential land uses.
Neighborhoods west of Walnut Grove Avenue on Garvey consist mostly of medium density residential
with three smaller zones of low density residential. All residential east of Walnut Grove Avenue is low
density residential. The City is nearly completely built out and consists primarily of residential
development. Most of the housing stock was built prior to 1989 and the rate of development of new units
has tapered substantially.
A new map has been developed with Low- and Moderate -Income Summary Data (LMISD), resulting from
the 2010 Census, became effective. The LM ISD is the data that the City uses for the official determinations
of activity compliance with the low- and moderate -income area benefit national objective, in accordance
with the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, and the CDBG regulations.
The City has traditionally used 80 percent or more of its CDBG resources to benefit these special areas
and/or to operate programs available exclusively to low- and moderate -income people (whereas HUD
regulations only require a minimum of 70 percent low/mod benefit level for CDBG activities). To continue
to achieve this high ratio of low/mod benefit for its CDBG resources, and because of the compelling need
to assist these target areas, the City will continue to direct CDBG resources to these special geographic
areas.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
Eligible Low- and Moderate -Income Block Groups 30
Community Wide 60
Table 65 - Geographic Distribution
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Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
To accommodate future residential development, improvements are necessary in infrastructure and
public services related to man-made facilities such as sewer, water, and electrical services. Portions of the
City are also constrained by various environmental hazards and resources that may affect the
development of lower priced residential units. Although these constraints are primarily physical, and
hazard related, they are also associated with the conservation of the City's natural resources.
Discussion
See above.
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AP -55 Affordable Housing — 91.220(g)
Introduction
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless
0
Non -Homeless
0
Special -Needs
0
Total
0
Table 66 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through
Rental Assistance -Section 8 vouchers
0
The Production of New Units
0
Rehab of Existing Units
2
Acquisition of Existing Units
0
Total
0
Table 67 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
Discussion
The City uses HOME funds for homebuyer assistance and rehabilitation of owner -occupied single-family
properties. The City must use the HOME affordable homeownership limits provided by HUD when setting
price limits for affordable home sales and when using HOME funds for home rehabilitation. Also, the use
of funds for HOME assisted activities requires that the value of the property after rehabilitation must not
exceed 95 percent of the median purchase price for the area. The HOME Final Rule offers two options for
determining the 95 percent of median purchase price limit for owner -occupied single-family housing, as
noted below:
(1) HUD will provide limits for affordable housing based on 95 percent of the median purchase price
for the area; OR
(2) Perform a local market survey to determine the 95 percent of median purchase price limit.
The City of Rosemead believes the 203(b) limits provided by HUD, for Los Angeles County, understate
housing prices in Rosemead. Therefore, staff performed its own analysis to determine the 95 percent of
median purchase price limits.
To conduct a local market survey, the City must collect and present sales data by type of housing (for
example, one- to- four -unit, condos, coops and manufactured housing) on all or nearly all of the one -
family house sales in the entire City. The data must be presented in ascending order of sales price, and
include the address of the listed properties and their locations within the City.
The length of the reporting period varies with the volume of monthly home sales. If there are 500 or more
housing sales per month within the within the City, a one-month reporting period must be used. If there
are 250-499 sales per month, a two-month reporting must be used. If there are fewer than 250 sales per
month, a three-month reporting period must be used. If the total number of sales reported is an odd
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number, the median is established by the price of the middle sale. If the total number os sales is an even
number, the higher of the two middle numbers is considered the median.
Based on a comparison of local housing market listing prices and sales information, it was determined
that the FHA limits do not accurately reflect current actual home purchase prices for the area. Therefore,
a local market survey was conducted for the City home sales for a three-month period using HDL data.
This survey shows a median price of $670,000 in the City of Rosemead and a 95 percent median value
price of $636,500 for Single Family homes and $561,450 for Condominium sales (see Home Sales data in
Attachment A).
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AP -60 Public Housing — 91.220(h)
Introduction
There are no public -owned housing projects located in the City. LACDA provides rental assistance to the
City residents through the Federal Section 8 Voucher program. The primary objective of this program is
to assist low-income (0 to 50 percent of MFI) persons and households in making rents affordable. There
is currently a lengthy waiting list for the Section 8 Program with the average wait from 7 to 10 years, if
not longer. Each applicant is selected from the waiting list in sequence, based upon date of preliminary
application and Voucher availability.
Although there are no public housing units, there are several affordable housing developments. The
following four housing developments received mortgage assistance with the help of federal, state, or local
funds.
Angelus Senior Apartments
The Angelus Senior Apartment was completed in 1995 and is owned by the Rosemead Housing
Development Corporation. It consists of 51 one -bedroom units. The term of the lease is for 55 years from
the effective date of the Development Agreement between the City of Rosemead and the Rosemead
Housing Development Corporation or until February 7, 2050. To qualify for this complex, a person must
be 62 years of age or older and must income qualify. The maximum income is 40 percent of the area
median income adjusted for household size. The income limits are reviewed every year and are subject to
change without prior notice. The risk of conversion will not be an issue during the next five years of the
ConPlan. As mentioned earlier, the earliest possible conversion date for the Angeles Senior Apartment is
February 7, 2050.
Garvey Senior Apartments
The Garvey Senior Apartment was completed in 2002 and is owned by the Rosemead Housing
Development Corporation. It consists of 64 one -bedroom and 8 two -bedrooms units. The term of the
lease is for 55 years from the effective date of the Development Agreement between the Rosemead
Community Development Commission, the City of Rosemead, and the Rosemead Housing Development
Corporation or until October 30, 2057. To qualify for this complex, a person must be 62 years of age or
older and must income qualify. The maximum income is 40 percent of the area median income adjusted
for household size. The income limits are reviewed every year and are subject to change without prior
notice. The risk of conversion will not be an issue during the next five years of the ConPlan. As mentioned
earlier, the earliest possible conversion date for the Garvey Senior Apartment is October 30, 2057.
Two (2) 3- Bedroom Single Family Homes
During the FY 2007-2008 and FY 2010-2011, the City entered into agreements with RHCDC for the
production of affordable housing using the 15 percent CHDO set-aside funding as required under the
HOME entitlement grant. As a result, the City approved two separate 0 percent deferred payment loans
funded by the HOME CHDO Set -Aside Fund to the Rio Hondo Community Development Corporation for
the purchase of two 3 -bedroom rental property in the City. Both properties are restricted as rental,
property for low -to moderate -income households and are subject to a 55 year affordability covenant until
May 2063 and March 2066, respectively.
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Describe the number and physical condition of public housing units in the jurisdiction, including those
that are participating in an approved Public Housing Agency Plan:
The above dwelling units are privately owned however, because they are subsidized, individual dwelling
units must be held to HUD standards for public units and inspection processes. The City works with the
LACDA who provides rental assistance to City residents through the Federal Section 8 Voucher program.
The primary objective of this program is to assist low-income (0 to 50 percent of MR) persons and
households in making rents affordable. There is currently a lengthy waiting list for the Section 8 Program
with the average wait from 7 to 10 years, if not longer. Each applicant is selected from the waiting list in
sequence, based upon date of preliminary application and voucher availability.
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing
There is no action needed by the City.
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate
in homeownership
LACDA manages a resident engagement process with their public housing. However, there is no public
housing in the City.
If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided
or other assistance
This is not applicable to the City.
Discussion
See above discussion.
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AP -65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities — 91.220(i)
Introduction
Given the limited resources and small amount of homeless in the City of Rosemead, homeless activities
have been given a lower priority in the 2020-2025 ConPlan and subsequent Annual Action Plans. The City
is relying on coordinated efforts with the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority (LAHSA) to provide
shelter opportunities; the East San Gabriel Valley Coalition (ESGV) for the Homeless to provide
information, counseling, and referral services to homeless persons that reside in the City, Family Promise
of San Gabriel Valley to provide emergency shelter services and social services for families with children,
as well as other local agencies in providing services for homeless persons.
Every year, LAHSA conducts a census of the homeless population through the Greater Los Angeles
Homeless Count. To understand the level of homelessness in the City, in January 2020, volunteers
participated in the homeless count for Rosemead. The count reported 80 unsheltered persons. Out of
which 42 were living on the street, 7 were living in cars, 8 were living in vans, 12 were living in campers
or recreational vehicles (RVs), 2 were living in tents, and 9 were living in makeshift shelters. The number
of homeless in 2019 has increased from the total count in 2018. The homeless count for the City of
Rosemead in 2019 revealed 91 unsheltered and zero sheltered persons. City departments are familiar
with available resources for homeless and to continue to look for opportunities to assist the homeless.
Describe the jurisdictions 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 will work with the above agencies to reach out to homeless persons and assess their individual
needs. As mentioned above, the City is in close coordination with the Los Angeles Homeless Services
Authority (LAHSA). To facilitate regional coordination for homeless needs, Los Angeles County is divided
into eight Service Planning Areas (SPAs), 1 through 8. The division of the County allows the Department
of Public Health to target and track the needs of each area. The City of Rosemead is in SPA 3. Every year,
the Los Angeles Continuum of Care coordinates a Shelter/Housing Inventory Count (HIC) and a Point -in -
Time (PIT) inventory of service projects within the Los Angeles Continuum of Care. The HIC records how
many beds and units are dedicated to serving the homeless, as well as a record of utilization of services
on the night of the count. Family Promise is an emergency shelter for the homeless families with children
located in the City of Rosemead.
While it is difficult to pinpoint the exact number of homeless persons, results of the annual PIT survey
conducted for 2020 were 80 homeless individuals. The PIT survey also indicated that none ofthe homeless
persons accounted for were sheltered. Within the City, indicators such as increasing housing costs, rising
unemployment rates, and low wages coalesce to keep homelessness a problem in the San Gabriel Valley.
The 2019 PIT survey indicates that the homeless population is primarily male adults (25-54 years old) of
Hispanic ethnicity with a smaller percentage of White individuals. While the population of males is the
highest, a significant number (35.2 percent) of those counted are female. There is no data regarding the
number of veterans and their families.
In year one, the City intends to fund two public services organization including a fair housing provider and
Family Promise of San Gabriel Valley. The fair housing provider will continue to provide the City with fair
housing services as well as handle future housing discrimination cases. Family Promise located San Gabriel
Boulevard, Rosemead provides food, shelter, and support services for homeless families. Counseling and
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homeless prevention services are provided for at -risk families. In 2018 Family Promise successfully found
housing for 88 percent of its clients. In 2020-2021 Family Promise anticipates CDBG funding will assist 4
to 5 families. Outside of CDBG funding, the City also relies on EI Monte Access Center, located several
miles outside of Rosemead to provide intake/assessment services, case management, and transportation
assistance for homeless individuals.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons.
L.A.CADA was consulted as part of the public outreach process. L.A.CADA provides transitional and
supportive housing for those in rehabilitation from substance abuse. This organization continues to have
a growing need to supply housing for its clients. They intend to continue to grow their capacity to serve
families recovering from alcohol and drug abuse throughout Los Angeles County. The EI Monte Access
Center as noted above also provides employment assistance, information and referrals for housing
placement and rapid re -housing services.
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 stated above, the City is relying on coordinated efforts with LAHSA, ESGV, and Family Promise of San
Gabriel Valley to 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.
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
In addition to the agencies above, the City will continue to seek and work with local non-profit agencies
who provide emergency food, clothing, and referral services to low-income City residents; many of which
are homeless or at -risk of homelessness.
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AP -75 Barriers to affordable housing — 91.220(j)
Introduction:
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.
During the next five years the City will continue to work cooperatively within existing legislatively
mandated constraints and work to develop or encourage public policies that foster further affordable
housing development and assistance. In order to promote integration and prevent low-income
concentrations, the City designed its affordable housing programs to be available Citywide. This priority
also serves to make sure that the City does not have any policies, rules, or regulations that would lead to
minority or racial concentrations.
In February 2020, the City adopted the 2020 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI). Through
data analysis and community engagement activities the following barriers to fair housing were identified:
• Low number of affordable housing units.
• High housing land, construction and labor costs.
• Lack of rent control/stabilization policies particularly for single parent households, persons with
disabilities and seniors.
• Salaries are stagnant compared to the rising cost of housing.
• Lack of time or finances for increased education.
• Safe crosswalks and guards on routes to school.
• Access to the internet for school-age children.
• Limited amount of recreation and open play areas and public spaces.
• Lack of funding and knowledge about existing housing placement services, rental assistance, and
rent deposit services/programs.
• Lack of individual and local resources to maintain housing stock.
• Lack of wrap-around services for families purchasing homes for the first time.
• Expand local housing agencies' capacity for family placement services and to create more housing
opportunities in the City.
• Lack of implementation of local housing policies for affordable housing development.
The final chapter of the Al discusses the ways and means the City can begin to remediate or reduce the
barriers to affordable housing. The following goals were adopted:
Goal 1: Create housing solutions for members of protected classes.
Goal 2: Increase affordable housing opportunities.
Goal 3: Support housing development initiatives that foster a collaborative approach between public/
private housing to maximize the leveraging of funds.
Goal 4: Increase homeownership.
Goal 5: Create public awareness of fair housing laws and affordable housing advocacy.
Goal 6: Increase job training and employment opportunities.
Discussion:
See above discussion.
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AP -85 Other Actions — 91.220(k)
Introduction:
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
The City plans to work with and partner with other agencies and development corporations to further the
recommendations of the Al and affordable housing initiatives. The City strives to reduce homelessness,
maintain existing housing stock, and stimulate economic growth by funding commercial fagade
rehabilitation programs.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The City will continue to look at non-traditional ways to increase affordable housing to meet the needs of
the homeless, low- and moderate -income renters who want to purchase homes, and develop new
opportunities for residential development. The City will continue to combine funding sources and leverage
private funds that can assist in the ConPlan's priority needs and goals.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
The City continues to evaluate every housing rehabilitation project to assess lead-based paint hazards
ultimately reducing risk each year. The City procures the service of a State Certified Lead Consultant to
provide the following:
• Lead-based paint and soil inspection
• Lead-based paint risk assessment
• Lead-based paint hazard reduction monitoring
• Post -hazard reduction clearance test.
Under the Owner -Occupied Rehabilitation Programs, the City will continue to provide each owner who
participates with both oral and written information regarding the dangers of lead-based paint and what
to do about it. Owners of properties constructed priorto 1978 will be required to meet certain lead-based
paint requirements prior to being assisted. These requirements include the following:
• Distribution of lead-based paint notification pamphlets to all households occupying assisted units.
• Inspection of all properties for defective paint surfaces.
• Abatement of all defective paint surfaces identified at the time of the inspection.
Through the Owner -Occupied Rehabilitation Programs, financial assistance will be provided to eradicate
the problem. Full abatement will be undertaken in all rehabilitation projects over $25,000. It is the
responsibility of the City's Grants Specialist to ensure that properties constructed prior to 1978 meet the
lead-based paint requirements and any abatement of defective paint surfaces are completed by
contractors certified by the State of California Department of Health Services. A copy of the contractor's
certification is kept on file.
In addition, the City requires clearance for all properties that fail an HQS inspection due to chipping,
peeling, cracking surfaces greater than 2 sq. ft. on the interior and 20 sq. ft. on the exterior of the unit or
in common areas. A risk assessment will be required to be completed by a certified risk assessor whenever
the City is notified that a child with an environmental intervention blood lead level (EIB) plans to live in a
unit under the Down Payment Assistance Loan Program.
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Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty -level families
The City has established goals and policies designed to improve the local economy and reduce the level
of poverty within the community. The strategy is outlined in the following sections.
Housing and Community Development
The following programs and services are either funded in part by the City or existing within the City
providing for the daily needs of residents.
• Angelus/Garvey Senior Housing—rental assistance for seniors
• Dial-A-Ride—transportation service for seniors and disabled
• Fair Housing Services—landlord/tenant information and assistance
• Family Promise—homeless services for families
• Garvey Community Center/Rosemead Community Recreation Center—variety of services
including counseling services, social service programs, recreational programs, and information
and referral services
• Senior Nutrition Program—nutritious meals
• LACDA—rental assistance
• Owner -Occupied Rehabilitation Programs—rehabilitation of home
• Vintage California Mission Inn—assisted living facility for seniors and disabled
• YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley—variety of services including childcare, after-school
enrichment, youth leadership and development, mentoring and tutoring, youth and adult sports,
fitness, camping, and family support activities
• YWCA-Wings—emergency shelter for women and children
Economic Development
The City provides supported activities that promote economic development including the Business
Attraction/Retention Program. Through this program, the City attracts new businesses as well as retaining
the current businesses within the City. The City has also rolled out a Commercial Fagade Improvement
Program that will provide low interest loans for exterior building improvements. Creating attractive and
energy efficient storefronts is a priority need in the City. The City is also assisting businesses that have
been impacted by the COVID-10 pandemic.
Low Income Housing Tax Credit Coordination (LIHTC)
Currently, the City uses CDBG funds and HOME funds for affordable housing development through
housing rehabilitation programming. The City has participated in one tax credit development project. The
City has a HOME -funded development fund. As part of that, there may be additional opportunities to use
the Low-income Housing Tax Credit funds. In order to coordinate and assess the need of tax credits for
the development of a housing project, the Housing Division staff will work with developers and non-profit
agency's pro forma, serve as part of the team developing tax credit financing and will calculate the
financing gap, along with the maximum and minimum subsidies. This will ensure that the City's HOME
coordination will meet HOME requirements forthe LIHTC program.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The City's Community Development department retains the responsibility of managing CDBG and HOME
administration, project determinations, project funding and drawdowns, community and public services,
staffing, and HUD monitoring. This role also requires the continued coordination with the Continuum of
Care in the region. One ofthe largest challenges the City faces is the lack offundingto maintain community
facilities and services currently offered. Management of the network of agencies, programs, and
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assistance available to residents is an ongoing and time-consuming task that requires a large number of
City staff. Creating an institutional structure that has the ability to develop and share data on the progress
and status of beneficiaries through the development of integrated information systems such as the
Coordinated Entry System and CoC. These outside institutions play a major role in the delivery of
community development programs.
It remains important that the City further support its social services that provide transitional and
permanent housing, emergency shelters, and supportive services.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service
agencies
The City will carry out the 2021-2022 AAP through its various organizations including Family Promise,
Senior Nutrition Provider, and the fair housing provider. In addition, City departments must work together
to achieve the goals set in the AAP.
The City works with the County and State governments and private industry construction contractors,
non-profit organizations and social service providers to implement the projects within the AAP. The City
is committed to extending and strengthening partnerships among all levels of government, nonprofits and
private sector.
Discussion:
See above discussion.
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AP -90 Program Specific Requirements — 91.220(1)(1,2,4)
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(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
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
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements
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.
5. The amount of income from float -funded activities
Total Program Income
Other CDBG Requirements
1. The amount of urgent need activities 0
HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(2) '
1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section 92.205 is as
follows:
Other forms of investment are local and federal funds.
2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds when used for
homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows:
See attached Resale/Recapture provision from the City's Policies and Procedures Manual
3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units acquired
with HOME funds? See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows:
See attached Resale/Recapture provision from the City's Policies and Procedures Manual
4. Plans for using HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that is
rehabilitated with HOME funds along with a description of the refinancing guidelines required that
will be used under 24 CFR 92.206(b), are as follows:
The City has no plans use HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that
is rehabilitated with HOME funds.
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2021-2022 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2022
APPENDIXA
Home Sales Data
30IPage
Single -Family Sales
(January 20, 2021 through April 20, 2021)
Condominium Sales
(January 20, 2021 through April 20, 2021)
PropertyAddress City
State
Unit
Sales Price
LastSaleDate LandUse
4205 Walnut Grove Av Rosemead
CA
B
591000
3/3/2021 Condominium Unit
11 Sale 1 1 $ 591,000 1 95.00%1 $ 561,450
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2021-2022 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2022
APPENDIX B
Citizen Particpitation
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BEACON MEDIA INC. LEGAL QUOTES
626-301-1010
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
COMBINED NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
AND 30 -DAY COMMENT PERIOD
FOR THE 2021-2022 DRAFT ANNUAL ACTION
PLAN
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Rosemead has pre-
pared its 2021-2022 draft Annual Action Plan for the upcoming fis-
cal year beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022. The Ac-
tion Plan is a grant application to the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD) for the second of five fiscal years
covered by the City's current 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan. The
Action Plan will appropriate approximately $738,492 of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) and $337,512 in HOME Invest-
ment Partnerships funds, to specific activities for the 2021-2022
fiscal year to address Strategic Plan goals included in the Five -Year
Consolidated Plan.
Review and Comment Period
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the publication of
this notice commences a minimum 30 -day public review period as
required under Federal Regulation 24 CFR 91.105(b)(2) and the
City's Citizen Participation Plan. This public review and comment
period begins March 26, 2021 and runs through April 27, 2021.
Copies of the 2021-2022 Draft Action Plan will be available for pub-
lic review on the City's website at www.cityofrosemead.org/cd. If,
and when, city facilities reopen due to reduced COVID-19 cases,
the 2021-2022 draft Action Plan will also be available at City Hall,
8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770.
The public is invited to submit written comments on the draft docu-
ment to Priscila Davila, CDBG/HOME Consultant, at 8838 E. Valley
Blvd., Rosemead CA 91770, by email to prisciladh@yahoo.com, or
by telephone at (562) 673-3388. You may also contact Angelica
Frausto-Lupo, Director of Community Development, at afrauslo-
lupo@cityofrosemead.org or by telephone at (626) 569-2261 with
any questions concerning this notice.
Public Hearing
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the City Council will
hold a virtual public hearing during the council meeting on Tuesday,
April 27, 2021 at 7:00 pm. At that time, citizens and other interested
parties will be invited to provided comments on the draft 2021-2022
Annual Action Plan.
Ericka Hernandez
City Clerk
City of Rosemead
Publish: March 25, 2021
ROSEMEAD READER
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JULY 1, 2021 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2022
APPENDIX C
SF 424 Forms and Certifications
To be Inserted in Final Draft
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Attachment C
Public Notice
BEACON MEDIA INC. LEGAL QUOTES
626-301-1010
CITY OF ROSEMEAD
COMBINED NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
AND 30 -DAY COMMENT PERIOD
FOR THE 2021-2022 DRAFT ANNUAL ACTION
PLAN
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the City of Rosemead has pre-
pared its 2021-2022 draft Annual Action Plan for the upcoming fis-
cal year beginning July 1, 2021 and ending June 30, 2022. The Ac-
tion Plan is a grant application to the U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development (HUD) for the second of five fiscal years
covered by the City's current 2020-2025 Consolidated Plan. The
Action Plan will appropriate approximately $738,492 of Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) and $337,512 in HOME Invest-
ment Partnerships funds, to specific activities for the 2021-2022
fiscal year to address Strategic Plan goals included in the Five -Year
Consolidated Plan.
Review and Comment Period
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the publication of
this notice commences a minimum 30 -day public review period as
required under Federal Regulation 24 CFR 91.105(b)(2) and the
City's Citizen Participation Plan. This public review and comment
period begins March 26, 2021 and runs through April 27, 2021.
Copies of the 2021-2022 Draft Action Plan will be available for pub-
lic review on the City's website at www.cityofrosemead.org/cd. If,
and when, city facilities reopen due to reduced COVID-19 cases,
the 2021-2022 draft Action Plan will also be available at City Hall,
8838 E. Valley Blvd., Rosemead, CA 91770.
The public is invited to submit written comments on the draft docu-
ment to Priscila Davila, CDBG/HOME Consultant, at 8838 E. Valley
Blvd., Rosemead CA 91770, by email to prisciladh@yahoo.com, or
by telephone at (562) 673-3388. You may also contact Angelica
Frausto-Lupo, Director of Community Development, at afrausto-
lupo@cilyofrosemead.org or by telephone at (626) 569-2261 with
any questions concerning this notice.
Public Hearina
NOTICE IS HEREBY FURTHER GIVEN that the City Council will
hold a virtual public hearing during the council meeting on Tuesday,
April 27, 2021 at 7:00 pm. At that time, citizens and other interested
parties will be invited to provided. comments on the draft 2021-2022
Annual Action Plan.
Ericka Hernandez
City Clerk
City of Rosemead
Publish: March 25, 2021
ROSEMEAD READER
1 x Run = $303
Total Cost $303.00
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