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Home My WebLink AboutTwin Falls Con Plan and 2020 AAP Substantial Amendment_Ver 1 CITY OF 'WIN FALLS 0 1 - _: J 0� 'E,RViN City • Twin Falls 2020-2024 Five-Year Consolidated Plan • • Year One • • M - Ad Adopted June 2021 DRAFT First Substantial Amendment May 2022 City of Twin Falls 203 Main Avenue East Twin Falls, Idaho 83301 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY ES-05 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY — 24 CFR 91.200(C), 91.220(B) 2. Summary of the Objectives and Outcomes Identified in the Plan The Consolidated Plan's priority needs were developed based on input from public meetings and a survey, consultation with housing and community development stakeholders, and analysis of the city's top housing, homeless, special needs populations, and non-housing community development needs. High priority needs include: PUBLIC FACILITY AND INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS • Public infrastructure and facility improvements such as ap rks,sidewalks,streets,trails,access to high- speed internet, streetlighting, ADA accessibility, senior or youth centers, public safety facilities, and others. • Assist community service organizations in improving their physical structures to meet the organization's goals for serving low- and moderate-income households, homeless people, and other special needs populations. COVID-19 RESPONSE • Prevention, preparation for, and response to the COVID-19 pandemic,to possibly include, but not be limited to, infrastructure or facility improvements to support social distancing, rent and utility assistance, small business assistance, infrastructure or technology for remote learning, medical supplies or personal protective equipment (PPE), and assistance with food access. FAIR HOUSING • Fair housing education services to help residents, community organizations, and housing providers understand fair housing rights and responsibilities. • Consumer education around landlord tenant issues. • Fair housing education and enforcement for people with limited English proficiency. PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION • Support general administration, planning, and staff costs for Twin Falls' CDBG program. Needs related to housing affordability and condition and public services were also identified during the development of the Consolidated Plan and are summarized below.Given limitations on administrative capacity as the City initiates its CDBG program,Twin Falls will focus the use of its CDBG funds on Public Facility and Infrastructure Improvements, COVID-19 Response, and Program Administration during its first consolidated planning cycle. Needs related to Housing Affordability and Public Services may be addressed by the City using CDBG funds under its second Consolidated Plan. CITY OF TWIN FALLS 202O-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 1 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT HOUSING AFFORDABILITY AND CONDITION • Support the development of affordable rental and owned housing, including projects located near employment and transportation. • Expand the useful life of existing affordable housing through rehabilitation, repair, or weatherization programs. • Provide homeownership opportunities for households through down payment or closing cost assistance. • Provide short-term emergency rental or utility assistance to renter households, including those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and/or at risk of homelessness. PUBLIC SERVICES • Fund community services such as youth-focused activities,childcare,services for abused or neglected children, senior activities, transportation, healthcare including mental health, support for victims of domestic violence and rape, job training/job search assistance, case management/wrap around services for people who are homeless, and others. 7. Summary STRATEGIC PLAN SUMMARY The strategic plan will guide the allocation of CDBG funding during the 2020-2024 planning period to address the City's most critical needs. Goals for the 2020-2024 period focus on high priority needs identified through data analysis; community input; consultation with City staff, elected officials, and partner agencies; and a review of relevant recently completed plans and studies. The City will focus its funding in neighborhoods that are predominately low- and moderate-income households that have substantial needs related to housing-qualo%y and a#GFd^b41tV-,public facilities and infrastructure improvements,and eeene ae development. Low-and moderate-income block groups are located downtown (Tract 11), neighborhoods around Harmon Park (Tract 10), and neighborhoods to the west and southwest of the College of Southern Idaho (Tracts 7 and 8). Finally, a block group in Tract 12 in south Twin Falls also qualifies as a low- and moderate-income block group. ',. CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 2 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT STRATEGIC PLAN SP-25 PRIORITY NEEDS - 91.215(A)(2) Priority Needs TABLE 1—PRIORITY NEEDS SUMMARY Priority level High Extremely low income Low income Moderate income Population(s)served Families with children Elderly People with disabilities Non-housing community development Geographic area(s)affected CDBG Benefit Area Citywide Associated goal(s) Public Facilities and Infrastructure Activities to possibly be funded under this priority include: • Public infrastructure and facility improvements such as ap rks• sidewalks,streets,trails, access to high-speed internet,streetlighting, ADA accessibility,senior or youth centers, public safety facilities, and Description others. • Assist community service organizations in improving their physical structures to meet the organization's goals for serving low-and moderate-income households, homeless people,and other special needs populations. Infrastructure and facility needs, particularly sidewalk improvement and expansion,drainage improvements,youth and community centers, Basis for priority homeless centers,and parks/gyms/rec fields,were commonly identified needs in the community.The City's Comprehensive and Strategic Plans also noted infrastructure and facility improvements as goals. Priority level High Extremely low income Population(s)served Low income Moderate income Non-housing community development Geographic area(s)affected CDBG Benefit Area Citywide COVID-19 Response-Public Facilities and Infrastructure Associated goal(s) G^�D39-Respence—112^h"^`erveces CITY OF TWIN FALLS 202O-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 3 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT TABLE 51—PRIORITY NEEDS SUMMARY(CONTINUED) Activities to possibly be funded under this priority include: • Prevention, preparation for,and response to the COVID-19 pandemic, to possibly include, but not be limited to, infrastructure or facility Description improvements to support social distancing, rent and utility assistance, small business assistance, infrastructure or technology for remote learning, medical supplies or personal protective equipment(PPE),and assistance with food access. Basis for priority Twin Falls households and businesses facing the economic, health,and education impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Priority level High Population(s)served All Geographic area(s)affected Citywide Associated goal(s) Program Administration • Assist eligible households including but not limited to: o Fair housing education services to help residents,community organizations,and housing providers understand fair housing rights Description and responsibilities. o Consumer education around landlord tenant issues. • Fair housing education and enforcement for people with limited English proficiency. Input from community members indicate a need for fair housing education and enforcement services in Twin Falls, including for those Basis for priority most at-risk of housing discrimination.Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice recommendations call for continued fair housing activities in Twin Falls. Priority level High Population(s)served All Geographic area(s)affected CDBG Benefit Area Citywide Associated goal(s) Program Administration Description • Support general administration, planning,and staff costs for Twin Falls' CDBG program. Basis for priority Program administration costs associated with the coordination and delivery of services to Twin Falls residents. CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 4 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT TABLE 51—PRIORITY NEEDS SUMMARY(CONTINUED) Priority level W94 Low Extremely low income Low income Moderate income Population(s)served Large family Families with children Elderly/frail elderly Public housing residents People with disabilities Geographic area(s)affected CDBG Benefit Area Citywide Associated goal(s) Housing Rehabilitation COVID-19—Homelessness Prevention Activities to possibly be funded under this priority include: • Support the development of affordable rental and owned housing, including projects located near employment and transportation • Expand the useful life of existing affordable housing through Description rehabilitation, repair,or weatherization programs • Provide homeownership opportunities for households through downpayment or closing cost assistance • Provide short-term emergency rental or utility assistance to renter households, including those impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic and/or at risk of homelessness CHAS data analyzed for this Plan indicates that rental housing affordability is the most widespread need in the city. Community members noted the need for an expanded housing supply, including housing for seniors, people with disabilities, people with special needs, Basis for priority and entry-level housing.The Twin Falls, Idaho Healthy Conditions Assessment also identified housing affordability as a key health issue for the community. Relative prioritization among other needs in Twin Falls was based on administrative capacity as the City develops its CDBG program. Priority level Low Extremely low income Low income Moderate income Population(s)served Families with children Elderly People with disabilities Homeless individuals and families Victims of domestic violence Geographic area(s)affected Citywide CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 5 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT TABLE 51—PRIORITY NEEDS SUMMARY(CONTINUED) Associated goal(s) Public Services Activities to possibly be funded under this priority include: • Fund community services such as youth-focused activities,childcare, services for abused or neglected children,senior activities, Description transportation, healthcare including mental health,support for victims of domestic violence and rape,job training/job search assistance,case management/wrap around services for people who are homeless,and others. Community members identified the need for a variety of services for income-eligible and special needs residents.The Twin Falls, Idaho Healthy Conditions Assessment also noted how various community services could Basis for priority address health indicators in Twin Falls. Relative prioritization among other needs in Twin Falls was based on administrative capacity as the City develops its CDBG program. CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 6 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT SP-45 GOALS SUMMARY — 91.215(A)(4) Goals Summary Information TABLE 2—GOALS SUMMARY Start End .. Geographic •utcome Indicator • Year Year Areas A41ea U046 12 Public Facilities and 2020 2024 Non-Housing Citywide Infrastructure and CDBG: Public facility or Infrastructure Community CDBG Benefit Public Facility $1,363,588 infrastructure activity other Development Area Improvements AAA than low/mod income housing benefit:10,000 9% persons assisted 3 plaAk-sen4ees :20:29 2024 nib^"`: Puble ..,: sCDRG. o..hr,. i R r.Q.M,,w 599 PeFseRs i.•+...1 2 4 Program Administration 2020 2024 Other-Program Citywide Program CDBG: Other Administration CDBG Benefit Administration $340,897 Area Fair Housing CDBG-CV: $80,681 3 COVID-10 Response-Public 2020 2024 Non-Housing Citywide COVID-19 Response CDBG-CV: Public facility or Facilities and Infrastructure Community CDBG Benefit $322,726 infrastructure activity Development Area other than low/mod income housing benefit: 2,000 persons assisted rj CCA91049 Rarp -o..wc^ 2020 2024 A19H-k4AH5iplz r01.910_1n Resp.Rse r_B-R&6U: Sefyir.25 y fl1Vln_19Response 29 2024 A .Les COVID-19 ResponsernQ�r. u,.w..,i CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income families to whom the jurisdiction will provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.315(b)(2). During the 2020 through 2024 program years, the City of Twin Falls will concentrate use of its CDBG funds on infrastructure and facility improvements,including ADA accessibility improvements and other enhancements to public facilities and infrastructure. The City does not anticipate undertaking any housing activities during these program years. 0 DeL, .hL,o.J/ro., .:.o.J u ..: CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 8 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT ANNUAL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES AP-20 ANNUAL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Goals Summary Information TABLE 3—GOALS SUMMARY Geographic Order Year Year Areas — A*ea affd-GGn4WG14 �`•1 11/1/1/1!1 r..l�wl�i�i#+#r•r�••I fl. r.i#c 12 Public Facilities and 2020 2024 Non-Housing CDBG Benefit Infrastructure and CDBG: Public facility or Infrastructure Community Area Public Facility $272,718 infrastructure activity other Development Improvements 3284 than low/mod income housing benefit:2,910 4-,=persons assisted 3 Pmb 2429 2824 ni b Publi r-DRCr' o..wi:... v�e-rvpm�rre 24 Program Administration 2020 2024 Other-Program CDBG Benefit Program CDBG: Other: Not applicable Administration Area Administration $68,179 Citywide Fair Housing CDBG-CV: $80,681 3 COVID-19 Response-Public 2020 2024 Non-Housing Citywide COVID-19 Response CDBG-CV: Public facility or Facilities and Infrastructure Community CDBG Benefit $322,726 infrastructure activity Development Area other than low/mod income housing benefit: 2,000 persons assisted CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 9 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT TABLE 58—GOALS SUMMARY(CONTINUED) Ir V Goal Name 9W7Start End Category Geographic Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator Year Year Areas 2020 2024 GOVID 19 Response rnAG-0-A public geryi n4ivi4v ORCOMPw inn..eFSORs ass:s....1 y Cnvin_19 RespaRse 2020 2024 Hr_am6jess rQ1An_1UResponse CDRG 09. +: CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT PROJECTS AP-35 PROJECTS — 91.220(D) Introduction The projects listed below represent the activities Twin Falls plans to undertake during the 2020 program year to address the goals related to improving the living environment through public facility, public infrastructure, and accessibility improvements. Of PFOViding-deepent aff-lerdable heusi g PFGMGt*Rg '^ '"•�^^ ^ ^* and ^ OFt—Ri*••. Also listed here are projects to be funded using the City's CDBG-CV funds to address growing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Projects TABLE 4—PROJECT LIST # Project Name 12 Sidewalks and ADA Accessibility Improvements Rai s(CDBG) a Publ:r c..r..:. s;IrnQr_1 2 City Park Upgrades(CDBG) 14 Program Administration (CDBG) 5 0.9—LJr.mpl..rrr...ri; Dr......r.+:r.n and Raped D..I.....r:r...IrnQr- rv, g 6\/—Fee�See-ur yMeaJs e Whpplc;a;,a-r9S9 - -;.,��r, -7 0.9—R.Apntal Health c^ s Irnec rv� g �—n+L...r rr:+:r-.1 D..L.I:r c,.r.•:.-.,r IrnQ!__ry� 4 CV—Facility and Infrastructure Improvements(CDBG-CV) 5.9 CV—Program Administration (CDBG-CV) Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs. The projects listed above were selected based on input received from the community, including residents and representatives from nonprofit agencies, housing providers, homeless housing and service providers, community service organizations, and others. Data regarding housing needs, homeless needs, needs of non-homeless special populations, and non-housing community development needs also informed allocation priorities. Finally, this project list was developed to complement ongoing revitalization efforts and plans,and to ensure that adequate administrative capacity is available for each identified project.The City of Twin Falls does not anticipate obstacles to successfully completing the above-listed projects. CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 11 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT AP-38 PROJECT SUMMARY Project Summary Information TABLE 5—PROJECT INFORMATION Housing Rehabilitationgyus .. . .. . .. .. .. .. . Wa-meeviner;aasiwe-rekkbilotated—^r•:w 2wd aa2l of,G. A:•� GI oF inr^ I.....d p p% ..:•:..•:...� Sidewalks and ADA Accessibility Improvements Res(CDBG) CDBG Benefit Area •. •• Public Facilities and Infrastructure • • Infrastructure and Public Facility Improvements CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 12 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT CDBG: $47,718 —584 Sidewalk and ADA ramp construction in LMI neighborhoods/census tracts �. 09/30/2023 2.924 Public facility or infrastructure activity other than low/mod income housing benefit-approximately 500 people Locations within the CDBG Benefit Area to be determined during the program year Sidewalk and ADA ramp construction in LMI neighborhoods/census tracts ry D..LC.•cp _ __ _ J'• _ r•Q�CrV�CC7 er— i�vrt�crrrcc-`✓ GDOG: ■_ AA/2s .. . .. . .. .. .. .. . A...arax:.«2+..1..100:...J:..:.J....I<<.....ad•L.........1.....1.1:..s......:........+:vity..+L....-than 1...../......J ' L.......:.... .. . . .... . .. .. L-Y_t.` Community se-Fy:ces to be d.Pt^ Pd. dUFiR9 the Pme�rear CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 13 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT • City Park Upgrades(CDBG) CDBG Benefit Area •. •• Public Facilities and Infrastructure • • • Infrastructure and Public Facility Improvements • CDBG:$225,000 Enhancements to City Park,possibly including but not limited to improvements to public restrooms, playground,pathways and accessibility,and other park components �. 09/30/2023 Public facility or infrastructure activity other than low/mod income housing benefit—approximately 2,410 people • City Park,400 Shoshone St E,Twin Falls • Enhancements to City Park • Program Administration (CDBG) CDBG Benefit Area Citywide •. ••• Program Administration Program Administration Fair Housing • CDBG: $68,179 Administration of CDBG program CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 14 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT �- 09/30/2021 • N/A • - City of Twin Falls,203 Main Avenue East,Twin Falls • Program administration costs associated with the coordination and delivery of the CDBG program GQVlll_99-DespeRse ■. 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F20jd rPh Q--cl..e....d Le.«eleSsness oFe..en4k read spluffety—a4e21s a-n W PPIG-a d P2ntry ) CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 15 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT rnvin_1a Response ■. - - - .- - A....r.,..:.r.•.t..l..9nn ind:..: sewed tl........h publ:.-seFvactivity other thaill 1...../...9d L.....SiA* benefit rnVln 10 R.p r.,...r.. ..t..l M...Jth .:d..rs ..d...r T...i..C.J1s rrl..i..r....t..r.. ..thprr to 2 ddr...-r the need for mental health spirmices due to the rn\/In 19.. ..d.....i.. ■ n0/2z •_ _ Av.pFem:.mate4y 9C i..d:..:d-.-,k sewed tL.r......L. ..ubl*.-seFy*r:e-..-t:.,:ty..thee tL.aR 19.../M9d L.0114.... .. . . .. . . . .. .. beple t CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 16 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT ■. ..:th n n:Fin l..n-.t:..nn t..L....J..t..rmined dWFjA9 the n Me Rtal L.ealtM n Qthpr frit:n-J N-blin COVID IQ Response; Public Services QN4Ill 70 Doonnnoo ■. ■ AD/2�/'f�..tvzt .. . .. . .. .. .. .. . _ _ _ •_ _ Annr,...i w.-.+..1..7C in.l i..i.d -.le ;pr.,o.A thrn- u..h public;eor.,ico-.G+i.,:+....+L..,r than ow/R*G-- Gitywide,with specific loGat:nnS tQ by cl..t..rmin..,d duF:ng the n CV—Facility and Infrastructure Improvements(CDBG-CV) CDBG Benefit Area Citywide •- • •• COVID-19 Response-Public Facilities and Infrastructure • • COVID-19 Response CDBG-CV:$322,726 CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT Public facility and infrastructure improvements to address needs related to preventing,preparing for,and responding to the COVID-19 pandemic,including but not limited to needs related to physical distancing and accessibility �- 09/30/2023 • Public facility or infrastructure activity other than low/mod income housing benefit:2,000 persons assisted • Specific locations to be determined during the program year Public facility and infrastructure improvements responding to critical needs resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic • Program Administration (CDBG-CV) CDBG Benefit Area Citywide •• •• Program Administration • • • Program Administration • CDBG-CV:$80,681 Administration of CDBG-CV program • 09/30/2023 2424 • N/A • City of Twin Falls,203 Main Avenue East,Twin Falls • Program administration costs associated with the coordination and delivery of the CDBG-CV projects/activities CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 18 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT 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. The City anticipates using approximately 80%6"1 of its grant funds in census tracts with a concentration (51%) of households with low or moderate incomes (under 80% AMI). The remaining 20% r° will be used to wevede P„hr,.rprwocpc+„ :.,,,,.,,e_er,,:wie .e,:�:e.,+� r..:.,..+�.guo,�,,.,++�e city.,.,,a for program administration. Geographic Distribution TABLE 6—GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION Citywide 20%3-596 CDBG Benefit Area 80%6% Rationale for the Priorities for Allocating Investments Geographically Twin Falls proposes to distribute its CDBG resources throughout the city to the extent neighborhoods receiving CDBG investments are eligible under CDBG area benefit or other applicable standards. Otherwise,the City does not intend to target CDBG funds to any particular area. CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 19 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT AFFORDABLE HOUSING AP-55 AFFORDABLE HOUSING — 91.220(G) Introduction Over the 2020 program year, the City of Twin Falls will concentrate use of its CDBG funds on ADA accessibility improvements and other enhancements to public facilities and infrastructure. The City does not anticipate undertaking any housing activities during the 2020 program year. For.dahle +hp ....hnh:I:+-.+:..n Af h. w;Ph.,l..l�+hr.,....h the r of.. :s+:nn units. TABLE 7-ONE YEAR GOALS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING BY SUPPORT REQUIREMENT Homeless 0 Non-Homeless 044 Special Needs 0 Total 014 TABLE 8-ONE YEAR GOALS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING BY SUPPORT TYPE One . .. Rental Assistance 0 Production of New Units 0_I8 Rehab of Existing Units 0 Acquisition of Existing Units 0 Total 044 weyent*en and rapid Fehousing n m +e h.. th., CITY OF TWIN FALLS 2020-2024 CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2020 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN 1ST SUBSTANTIAL AMENDMENT DRAFT