HomeMy WebLinkAbout12.10.2015 Williamson Co. Community Development Grant ReportSally Bardwell
Community Development
Williamson County, Texas
sbardwell@wilco.org
December 9, 2015
To whom it may concern:
710 Main Street, Ste 101
Georgetown, TX 78626
512-943-3757
Fax 512-943-1662
Williamson County was awarded a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) FY14 (October 2014 -
September 2015) funding allocation of $1,254,965 to successfully support community development and
affordable housing efforts for low and moderate income areas throughout the County. On December 8, 2015
Williamson County Commissioner's Court approved the 2014 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation
Report (CAPER).
As required by federal regulations, the report must now be made available to the public for review. I am
requesting that you make the enclosed report available to any interested parties. The report should be made
available December 10, 2015 through December 28, 2015. You may discard the report at the end of the
review period.
I appreciate your assistance. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns.
Sin erely, I 1 0
Sally Baidwell
Williamson County
Community Development Administrator
Williamson County, T14
Community Development
Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
Fiscal Year 2014
Sally Bardwell
Williamson County Community Development Administrator
512-943-3757
sbardwell@wilco.org
Williamson County
710 Main Street
Georgetown, TX 78626
512-943-3757
Williamson County was awarded a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) FY14
(October 2014 -September 201 5) funding allocation of $1,254,965 to successfully support
community development and affordable housing efforts for low and moderate income areas
throughout the County. On December 8, 2015, Williamson County Commissioner's Court will
review and will consider approving the 2014 Consolidated Annual Perfon-nance Evaluation
Report (CAPER). Upon approval by Commissioners Court, the document will be made
available for public comment.
A public hearing will be held by the Williamson County CDBG office on Tuesday, December
15, 2015 at 5:00pni at the Williamson County Courthouse located at 710 Main Street,
Georgetown, TX 78626. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comments concerning
the 2014 CAPER. Please use the 8"' Street (south) entrance to the Courthouse.
In accordance with HUD regulations, the County encourages public participation to review and
comment on the CAPER. Direct written comments by December 28, 2015 to the following
address:
Honorable Dan Gattis, County Judge
710 Main Street
Georgetown, TX 78626
Comments received on or before the December 28, 2015 deadline will be considered for
inclusion in the final report.
Williamson County is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. Reasonable modifications and
equal access to communications will be provided upon request. Please call 512-943-3757
(voice) or Relay Texas at 1-800-735-2989 (TDD) for assistance.
Progress the jurisdiction has made incarrying out its strategic plan and its action plan.
91.52Q(�\
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^ 'beanoverview that includes major initiatives and highlights that were proposed and
executed throughout the program year.
Williamson County was awarded CDBG funds in the amount of $1,254,965 for Fiscal Year 2014 (October
l,2OI4through September 30, 2015\. |naccordance 10the priorities identified and outlined inthe
County's Consolidated Plan, six infrastructure projects, one|an6acqujsitionp[ojeotandoneEnnerQency
Shelter Rehab prnjecwere identified for FY14allocations. The projects serVe|owtoronderateincnme
areas and households throughout the County. The projects meet national goals and supports ongoing
efforLuinthecomrnunityto-ddressthegnowingpnpu|abon. All projects are identified asa highpriurty
inthe Five -Year Consolidated Plan.
The Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) is required by the U.S.
Department ofHousing and Urban Development (HUU)toreport onthe annual performance mfthe
Williamson County FY14 CDBG program. This report identifies the progress made regarding active
projects and those projects that have been completed that received VVU|karnson County funds, as well as
other accomplishments the County has made in meeting the objectives and priorities outlined in the five
year Consolidated Plan.
It is required that this report be available for review for a minimum of 15 days. The review period is
December 10 — December 28, 2015. The CAPER will be submitted to HUD following this review period.
Comparison of the proposed versus actual outcomes for each outcome measure submitted
with the consolidated plan and explain, If applicable, why progress was not made toward
meeting goals and objectives. 91.520(g)
Categories, priority levels, funding sources and amounts, outcomes/objectives, goal outcome indicators,
units of measure, targets, actual outcomes/outputs, and percentage completed for each of the
grantee's program year goals.
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The above information reports on the Wiliamson Burnet County Opportunities Harris Ross Head Start
Facility. The number reflects the clients served over the las school year. This number is likely to
increase annually.
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CDBG
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White
62
Black or African American
20
Asian
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American Indian or American Native
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Total
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increase annually.
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Amount Expended
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Source
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Leveraging
Explain how federal funds leveraged additional resources (private, state and local funds),
including a description of how matching requirements were satisfied, as well as how any
publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that were used to address the
needs identified in the plan.
Matching funds are not requird in the CDBG program. However, projects funded in FY14 utilized
matching funds. This information is listed under each project funded in the Goals and outcomes Section
of this report.
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-valuation of the jurisdiction's progress in providing affordable housing, including the 0
w -income, low
moderate -income, and middle-income persons served.
Discuss the difference between goals and outcomes and problems encountered in meeting
these goals.
While the chart indicates zero as the actual "number of homeless to be provided affordable housing
units", tNsnumberdoes not accurately re�ectthose ass�ted.The funding allocated tmthe VViUkamson
County Crisis Center in FY13 andFy'14isforrehob�fthe�unentshe|ter^
While noprogress has been
i �� still In they
ma6�to�ateonthenehmbofthebui|d��,theVrg8m�� n ' '
assist approximately 4OOpeople annually.
The number ofhouseholds supported "Rehab ofExisting Units" is also zero. The two
projects
represented inthe this number are the Jarrell Wastewater Improvements ject and the Habitat for
Humanity Land Acquisition Project. The Jarrell project is underway. The engineering portion of the
project iscomplete and the project isexpected tobid November 2OlS. This isaportion ofalarger
wastewater project. Habitat for Humanity is currently reviewing land acquisition options that are cost
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One -Year Goal
Actual
Number of Homeless households to be
provided affordable housing units
400
0 -
Number of Non -Homeless households to be
provided affordable housing units
0-
0
Number of Special -Needs households t
provided affordable housing units
27
0
Total
0
Discuss the difference between goals and outcomes and problems encountered in meeting
these goals.
While the chart indicates zero as the actual "number of homeless to be provided affordable housing
units", tNsnumberdoes not accurately re�ectthose ass�ted.The funding allocated tmthe VViUkamson
County Crisis Center in FY13 andFy'14isforrehob�fthe�unentshe|ter^
While noprogress has been
i �� still In they
ma6�to�ateonthenehmbofthebui|d��,theVrg8m�� n ' '
assist approximately 4OOpeople annually.
The number ofhouseholds supported "Rehab ofExisting Units" is also zero. The two
projects
represented inthe this number are the Jarrell Wastewater Improvements ject and the Habitat for
Humanity Land Acquisition Project. The Jarrell project is underway. The engineering portion of the
project iscomplete and the project isexpected tobid November 2OlS. This isaportion ofalarger
wastewater project. Habitat for Humanity is currently reviewing land acquisition options that are cost
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One -Year Goal
Actual
Number of households supported through
Rental Assistance
0 -
Number of households supported through
The Production of New Units
0
Number of households supported through
Rehab of Existing Units
27
0
Number of households supported throug
Acquisition of Existing Units
0
Total
27
0
Discuss the difference between goals and outcomes and problems encountered in meeting
these goals.
While the chart indicates zero as the actual "number of homeless to be provided affordable housing
units", tNsnumberdoes not accurately re�ectthose ass�ted.The funding allocated tmthe VViUkamson
County Crisis Center in FY13 andFy'14isforrehob�fthe�unentshe|ter^
While noprogress has been
i �� still In they
ma6�to�ateonthenehmbofthebui|d��,theVrg8m�� n ' '
assist approximately 4OOpeople annually.
The number ofhouseholds supported "Rehab ofExisting Units" is also zero. The two
projects
represented inthe this number are the Jarrell Wastewater Improvements ject and the Habitat for
Humanity Land Acquisition Project. The Jarrell project is underway. The engineering portion of the
project iscomplete and the project isexpected tobid November 2OlS. This isaportion ofalarger
wastewater project. Habitat for Humanity is currently reviewing land acquisition options that are cost
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effective for their organization and ultimately, their clients. A1this time, noland has been purchased
with FY14 funding.
The County will continue tomonitor projects toensure timely expenditures mffunds allocated, The
nature ofthese projects creates the potential for delay, However, these are high priority projects
needed throughout the County and once started, expend funds rapidly.
include the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate -income persons
the eligibility of the activity.
Number of Persons Served
CDBG Actual -
HOME Actual
Extremely Low-income
0
0
Moderate -income
0
rahle6_Number mPersons 3erveu
There are none ofthese types ofprojects toreport onatthis time.
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CR -25 - Homeless and Other Special Needs 91.220(d, e); 91.320(d, e); 91.520(c)
Evaluate the jurisdiction's progress in meeting its specific objectives for reducing and ending
Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing the I
The County supports the efforts of the Balance of State Continuum of care (CoQ to simplify and
broaden outreach and assessment efforts for homeless persons inWilliamson County. The Continuum
works to create a better communication system for service providers to stay in contact with both
schools and hospitals toavoid homeless persons hurthose atrisk ofhomelessness) from fa\UnOthrough
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the cracks ofthe system. Aspart ofthe annual poin1-ithe g CoC conducts outreach. Not only
are homeless people counted, particularly unsheltered persons, but representatives from various
sti ide|n6mr[natioo�b�u�avoi|ab|e{�sources
a��nd�sare�voi|ab|etoansm/erqVe questions provide '
The County continues to support local social service agencies, such as Capital Idea, San Gabriel Crisis
Service Center, Bluebonnet Trails, MHKHRandtheGeorgetovvn9rojectthetprovdeamidearnayof
support services for homeless persons.
The County funded the Williamson County Crisis Center inFY14and FY1S.The organization
provides
emergency shelter, counse|�Qand case nnonagernentat�soonndemto[secure sheberlocation. Food,
dmt�n�safe�rd' ni��case/nana�emoen�counse|in�|aKa|advocag\hosp|ta\andcuurt
' with i victim compensation and protective orders are
nccornp�ninnent�utoring,and�ss�tancevv crime mconop
available throughout the stay. Hope Alliance also offers assistance with securing longer-term housing,
beyond the 2Dday shelter stay.
Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extreme
low-income individuals and families and those who are. likely to become homeless after
being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health car
facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections
programs and institutions); and, receiving assistance from pubric or private agencies that
address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs I
Vyh|eVN|Uan�sonCounty �not adirect redp�ntofEmerQency3o|ut�nGrentfunds the County
While
continues topartner with the Balance ofState [oCtosupport efforts made tnimplement local
coordinated discharge policies for individuals or families who are being discharged from a publicly
funded institution,
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Helping homeless persons (especially'chronically homeless individuals and families, families
'114VTM- the transition to
permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that
*P.Mftatin access for homeless individuals
and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were
The Balance of State CoC works to ensure that homeless individuals make the transition topermanent
housing and independent living, is prioritizing safe and stable housing and making affordable housing
options more accessible tohomeless individuals. Many homeless that struggle hotransition into
permanent housing and independent living suffer from mental illness and substance addiction. Recent
trends through the Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re -housing program and Housing First model
prioritize placing homeless individuals and families in permanent housing quickly, and then linking them
to supportive services in the community. Williamson County continues to support local organizations,
such as the Georgetown Community Service Center to assist homeless person with transitional and
permanent housing.
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CR -30 - Public Housing 91.220(h)JI 91.320(j)
of nublic housing
Williamson---- public housing authorities continue toseek additional funding to address public
for additional housing �cho�evouchers vvhenavailable. Lack of funding is a
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barrier jDaddressing pub|1c housing needs and has created lengthy waiting lists and
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tobehoused. Housing authorities continue to provide housing assistance and social service needs to
residents and maintain efforts to implement more programs if funding allows.
Actions taken to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in
management and participate In homeownership
Williamson County does not use CDBG funding directly to encourage public housing residents to become
involved in management and to participate in homeownership activities. However, the County
encourages the local public housing authorities to continue its current programs and collaborate with
other agencies that assist with homeownership. Also, Georgetown and Round Rock Housing Authorities
have Resident Commissions on their boards in an effort to encourage participation.
trould',pled PHA,
Georgetown Housing Authority, Round Rock Housing Authority, Taylor Housing Authority, and Granger
Housing Authority are all standard performers and not considered troubled.
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Actions taken to remove orameliorate the negative effects ofpublic policies that serve as
barriers to affordable housing such aoland use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning
ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the
return mnresidential investment. 91.220 Ol; 91.320 (i)
Barriers to affordable housing can encompass a wide array of aspects, to include but not limited to
banking,finance and insurance industry regulations, socio-economic situadons^neighborhood
conditions, and
`uNi�pmUCy|e8is|odonandfa|rhousingenfo�ement.The County will continue tovvork
p (if of public
with nonprofit agencies inthe cumrnunbytorernoveor ann��ionatathe negative effects � .'
policies that serve asbarriers toaffordable housing.
Additiona\^�the County will continue toincrease partnerships with local units of governmentto ensure
equitable zoning practices as they relate tofair housing and the development ofaffordable housing.
Actions taken to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs. 91-220(k); 91.320(j)
The major obstacle to meeting ail of the identified needs is the lack of funding resources. Funding cutsin
previous years and minimal U
funding
County has seen inhs CDB3program, Typically, applicant request amounts are much higher than the
endt|enmentarnVontwhich further escalates the budgetary constraintsinnoee1inQtheundeserved
with n�npno0tur��n\za�nnsto
needs. Hovveye�the .County continues topartneCvvhenfeasible, vv
| eve raQethe[Vuntv`sCDBGo\|ncation.
Tothe greatest extent practicable, Williamson County works with local agencies tohelp eliminate the
hazard oJlead poisoning due tothe presence Vflead based paint. The County also disseminates
information onlead based paint hazards toCDBGsubreci ~entsvvhoreceiVeentitlementfundsfur
housing activities where lead based paint may beanissue.
Actions taken to reduce the number of poverty -level families. 91.220(k); 91.320(j)
The County will continue to combat the number of poverty -level evel famUiesby supportingincentives to
attract, retain, and expand businesses, advocate for improved employment -affordable housing options
and support organizations and programs that provide job training, education, and placement services.
Actions taken to develop institutional structure. 91.7-20(k); 91.320%
Williamson County continues towork with various local agencies toensure that services offered through
entitlement grant programs receive maximum amounts ofexposure and benefit. These programs are
carried out through oversight by the Williamson County Community Development Administrator in
which work will be conducted through the issuance of sub -recipient agreements.
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_Q0 r .... i -a -t between vublic and private housing and social service
While Williamson County has limited resources tnaddress the prioritiesidentified, the County continues
to seek partnerships 'and establish cooperative working relationships toleverage bzamua\O]BG
allocations, This typically comes in the form of matching city funds (which are not required).
0 imXediments identified in the
jurisdictions analysis of impediments to fair housing choice. 91.520(a)
The current Analysis of impediments identifies possible 'impediments to fair housing choice as:
• A|ack of coordination of housing services in the County.
• Possible discrimination towards minority homebuyers and renters.
• Developers having little motivation to build affordable housing due to cost prohibitive barriers
for construction.
0 Preconceptions ofminority borrowers regarding borrowing nnoney
The Community Development Administrator works with local agencies inaneffort tobetter coordinate
services available toCounty citizens. The County supports programs that have ond`discrn!nation
policies 1mplace, These organizations provide services such asaffordable housing, assistance with
transitional housing, provide financial assistance for utilities and rents, temporary housing, and down
payment assistance.
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CR -40 - Monitoring 91.220 and 91.230 ni
�.-dtor activities carried out in furthera
of the plan and used to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs
involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning I
The Community Development Administrator uses monthly progress reports submitted by each project
toidentify any
`problems or potentialproblems, CVntactvitheachproectmaoager—
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assistsin ensuring
that projects are progressing, fo||ovin8approphateregu\ationsanduti|izing[D0GfundseffideAt|yand
effectively. The Community Development Administrator also conducts neetin�sand/or communicates s
via email and phone with project managers regarding specifics ofprnjecs
The Community Development Administrator conducts desk monitorings ofeach project tnensure
compliance and progression.
Meeting with representatives from the projects ensures that regulations are being followed. All projects
receive a subrecipient binder that entails HUD guidance, County forms, labor forms and Davis Bacon
information and infornnationonhovv±uaccess funds. The binder has proven tnprovide valuable
guidance to'subredp|entsand ioagood reference too] for both the subrec|pientsand the Community
Development Administrator.
The Community Development/���r�������W�m�Cm���oo�in
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aoeffort toensure appropriate and accurate financial documents are submitted for payment and that
funds are spent inatimely manner. The Community Development Administrator and Grants
Accountant work closely to improve procedures and to make certain that current procedures are
efficient and adequate All documents submi�edvu\thdraw requests are thoroughly exanninmd6vthe
ConomunityDevelopment Administrator toensure funding lsbeing expended oneligible expenses and
that funds are being utilized efficiently. Signatures bythe CDQGoffice, County Judge and the Auditor's
office are required and identified nnall payment nequesm
able notice and an opportunity to
All notices are ��b�in��|m��[�����d���p�iu�mm� '�a���
njuncdonyybh�acboh�seofthe CDBGprogram toaUmwfor
meetings. PubU�Fneet�gsare held co phase
citizen input.
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changes in the jurisdiction's program objectives
and indications of how the jurisdiction would change its programs as a result of its
Nochanges have been made tothe Williamson County [D03program.
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City of Taylor Street Rehabilitation Project
Progress: This project is a multi-year funded projected. Engineering, planning and environmental
reviews are being conducted.
Project: 7920 square yards of street reconstruction on 4th Street from Sloan to Howard ° 1100
linear feet of 8 inch wastewater main and 3180 linear feet of 8 inch water main, 10 manholes and 8
fire hydrants, trench safety and associated services, erosion controls, barricades, valves and
fittings.
FY14 Funding: $350,000
Funding from other Sources: $200,000
CDBG Funds Utilized to Date: $0
Annual Goals: Water/Sewer Improvements and Street Improvements
Target Areas: Census Tracts 210.00 and 211.00
Percent Low-Mdd: 70%
Percent Minority: 81.34 and 57.49
Priority Needs Addressed, Public Facilities/Improvements
Goal outcome Indicator: 6329 people
City of Jarrell Wastewater Improvements
Progress: Survey, engineering and planning and environmental review of project is complete.
Project is underway. This is a multi-year funded project.
Project: Installation of approximately 1700 linear feet of 6 inch gravity wastewater pipe, four
manholes, 23 wastewater service connections and all associated incidentals required for
construction.
FY13 Funding: $285,700 (3 year project)
FY14 Funding: $237,850
Funding from other Sources: $11,000
CDBG Funds Utilized to Date: $279,329.16
Annual Goals: Water/Sewer Improvements
Target Areas: Census Tract 216 Block Groups 1, 2, 3 and Income qualified households
Percent Low -Mod: 50.9%
Percent Minority: 25.3%
Priority Needs Addressed: Public Faciiities/Improvements
Goal outcome Indicator: 43 income qualified'homes
azm-6 51-e-ror"r s mrm'�O_J . . is -0 rovements
Progress: Engineering, surveying and environmental for project is complete. Project is
underway.
Project: Installation of approximately 29,800 linear feet of 5 foot wide sidewalk with ADA
accessible curb ramps at street intersections. In addition, the project will include erosion and
sedimentation control during and immediately after construction.
Phase 1: 9635 linear feet of 5 foot sidewalk, 2490 linear feet of silt fence and 16 sidewalk ramps.
Project will completely or partially cover the following streets, Forrest Streett RR 1869, E Myrtle
Lane, Hickman Street, Church Hill Lane, Loop 332 / Main Street, Young Street, Grove Street,
Church Streett and CR 279 of s foot sidewalk, 1846 linear feet of slit fence and 12 sidewalk ramps
Phase 2: 7383 linear feet streets West Myrtle Lane, Grange Street,
Project will completely or partially cover the following I
Munro Street, Barton Drive, Aynsworth Street, RR 1869, Loop 332 / Main Street, CR 279, Fallwell
Street.
Phase 3: 12,826 linear feet of 5 foot sidewalk, 3207 linear feet of silt fence and 22 sidewalk
ramps. Project will completely or partially cover the following streets, Snyders Trail, Bryson Bend,
RR 1869, Loop 332 / Main Street, Lynn Lane, Panther Path, Barrington Drive.
FY13 Funding: $29,000
FY14 Funding: $287,000
Funding from other Sources: $15,000
CDBG Funds Utilized to Date: $27,200
Annual Goals: Sidewalks
Target Areas: Census Tract 203.01 Block Group I and 3
Percent Low Mod: 51%
Percent Minority: 15.25%
Priority Needs Addressed: Public Facilities/Improvements
Goal Outcome Indicator: 1032 People
City of Georgetown Sidewalk Project
Progress: Engineering, planning and environmental for project is complete. The city is relocating
utilities and conducting street work prior to the sidewalks portion of the project. Sidewalk portion
expected to be completed in spring 2016. approach and 24 handicapped ramps on 2nd
Project., 860 feet of sidewalk, 150 feet of driveway
Street from Austin Avenue to College Street. Approximately 1825 feet of sidewalk, 200 feet of
driveway approach and 26 handicapped ramps on Scenic Drive from Blue Hole Road to MLK Street,
MLK Street from Scenic Drive to 3rd Street, and 3rd Street from MLK Street to Austin Avenue.
FY13 Funding: $23,000
FY14 Funding: $160,000
Funding from other Sources: $2500
CDBG Funds Utilized to Date: $17,290
Annual Goals: Sidewalks
Target Areas- Census Tract 201.02 Block Groups 1 and 2
Percent Low -Mod: 61.3%
Percent Minority: 23.38%
Priority Needs Addressed: Public Facilities/Improvements
Goal outcome Indicator: 2052 People
City of Granger Drainage Improvements Project
Progress: Engineering, planning and environmental review are underway. This is a multi-year
project. The project has been awarded FY15 funding to complete the project. -
Project: Demolition of approximately 1200 square yards of roadway, three CMP drainage pipes
and associated structures. Construction of a new creek crossing to provide access to the Granger
ISD campus will be requested in 2015.
FY14 Funding: $54,400
Funding from other Sources: $2000
CDBG Funds Utilized to Date: $8925.00
Annual Goals: Flood Drainage Improvements
Target Areas: Census Tract 213 Block Groups 2 and 3
Percent Low -Mod: 69.2%
Percent Minority: 39.51%
Priority Needs Addressed: Public Facilities/Improvements
Goal outcome Indicator. 1299 People
i4lilliamson Burnet County opportunities Harris Ross Head Start Gutters and French Drain
Project I time this project will be reported in a CAPER.
Progress: The project is complete. This Is the fina divert water away from the facility. Seamless
Project: Installation of French drains and gutters to s with
gutters will be installed across the back of the building and play area •and tie into PVC pipe
down spouts. The French drain system will have a series of drain boxes into which all spouts will
channel water away from the facility. The contractor will improve the grade of the property to
assist in proper drainage.
FY14 Funding- $23,000
Funding from other Sources: $26,000
CDBG Funds Utilized to Date: $26,000
Annual Goals: Youth Center and Flood Drain Improvements
Target Areas: Limited Clientele
Priority Needs Addressed: Public Facilities/Imprb-
' 4
eed Annually
Williamson County Crisis center/Hope Alliance
Progress- The project is in the planning stages. Funding will be combined with FY15 funding in
order to complete project. Crisis Center still operates as the funding is for renab o f the shelter.
Project- Rehab of emergency shelter. Project will be completed in conjunction with the City of
Round Rock CDBG. Project consists of replacing 5,500 square feet of flooring; replacing 27
windows and one sliding glass door; rehab kitchen, replacing countertops, cabinetry, appliances
and vent hood; install attic insulation; replace closet doors and shelving in bedrooms, pantry and
play areas. Williamson county funding will be utilized for materials and attic insulation.
FY14 Funding- $20,000
Funding from other Sources: $121,275
CDBG Funds Utilized to Date: $0
Annual Goals: Emergency Shelters
Target Areas: Limited Clientele
Priority Needs Addressed: Decrease Homelessness
Goal outcome Indicator: 400 People Served Annually
I of Williamson County
Habitat for Humanity lots to build permanent affordable homes for
Progress- Purchase and develop approximately 8
low income families. Do date, no lots have been identified.
FY14 Funding- $100,000
Funding from other Sources: $560,000
CDBG Funds Utilized to Date: $0
Annual Goats: Homeownership Assistance
Target Areas: Williamson County
Priority Needs Addressed, Increase Access to Affordable Housing
Goal outcome Indicator: 3-4 Income eligible households
Program Administration
FY14 Funding: $22,715
Funds Utilized to Date. $7024.95
Habitat for Humanity ofWilliamson County
FYUg $150,000 (Activity 35)
FY12 $14O,OOD(Activity S5)
FY13 $140,000 (Activity 61)
Accomplishments: Eleven properties have been purchased to date. Additional properties are
being identified cleared environmentally.
date four fonl||eshave moved in.
CDBGFUnds Utilized to Date: $362,957.93
Annual Goals: Homeownership Assistance
Target Areas: VVi||iarnsVn County
na
Progress: Add\Uona\properties o be\ng identified for purchase and homes are scheduled
tobebuilt.
City of Georgetown Sidewalk prnjectFY11
Activity 52
FY11 $69'180
nts: This p ectis �onnp|ete. This will be the final �rnethis project m/\U be
AccomplishmereorteU in a CApER" ofaPPr»xirnate\yG2Osquare yards of sidewalk, 250 square yards of
Project: Construction
driveway approaches and eighthandicapped ramps. The p'^yectwill belocated along Rucker
and Montgomery Streets between W. 7th and W. 8th Streets and alongy^ 7th and V� 8th
Street)
�nd�nntinuing���twu�rd�\ong 8� [�
between Rucker and (�onLy"''``/Streets (around the block of the 800 block W. 8th Stre -' e�
~�St Street `VVestStreet located onthe north side Ufthe stns
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in Georgetown, TX.
CDBGfunds utilized: $65,969.05
Census Tract 214.02 Block Groups 1 and 2
Percent Low -Mod: 6596
Percent Minority: 51.5496
City of Georgetown Sidewalk Project FY12
Activity 56
9UOn�: Environmental is Engineerngand planning are under
vvay^
*�cunrp��u'n� '
City isworking with additional agencies inorder tnmeet water run-off requirements '
CD8Gfunds utilized: $$9,096.46
Census Tract 214.D2Block Groups 3and 4.
Percent Low -Mod: 81.2%
PercentMiU0irty: 51.24
City of Taylor ]ones/Burkett Street Reconstruction and Water/Wastewater Irnprovrnents
Project
Activity 58
FY12 $300,000
FY13 $200'000
Accomplishments: This project is complete. This will be the final time this project will be
naortedinoCAPER.
| d��7�D8square yards of12"recydedpavennentwith cennent,7/2OO
Project: Project incu ^
square yards »fZ-courSeseal coat, 500 linear feet of8'' wastewater line and related
services, 3OOlinear feet nf 8"waterline andrelatedservjces' 5 manholes,
3 fire hydrants,
trench protection, mobilization, erosion control and barricades on Burkett Btreetbetv8en
Highway 95 and /hor»da}eRoad. Project includes approximately 4,8ODsquare yards of
pavement reconstruction on Jones Street. The project also includes replacement of the
utilities (water and sewer) located under the pavement. Utilities include approximately 330
linear feet of 8" wastewater line and 435 linear feet of 8" water line including appurtenances
for complete project. Two wastewater manholes and four fire hydrants to be installed. This
portion of the project is located on Jones Street between East Lake Drive and Thorndale
Road.
CDBG funds utilized: $500,000
Census Tracts 210 Block Group 1 and 212.03 Block Group 1
Percent Low -Mad: 68.81%
Percent Minoirty: 81.344% and 37.08%
City of Granger Water Project FY13
Activity 60
FY13 $236,835
Accomplishments: This project is complete. This will be the final time this project will be
reorted in a CAPER.
Project: installation of approximately 2,800 linear feet of 6 -inch water distribution line,
including associated fire hydrants, valves and service re -connections. The water lines are
located along East Fox Street, Steer Street, East Lamb Street, East Wolf Street, East Elk
Street, South Roswell Ave, South Bird Street, and along East Old 'County Road (CR 347).
The project replacex existing small waterlines that do not provide adequate water supply to
the residences in the area.
CDBG funds utilized: $192,274.08
Census Tract: 213 Block Group 2 and 3
Percent Low -Mod: 70.3%
Percent Minority: 39.51%
City of Georgetown Sewer Project (NEST)
Activity 63
FY13 $79,450
Accomplishments: This project is complete. This will be the final time this project will be
reorted In a CAPER..
Project: Construction of approximately 430 feet of public sanitary sewer that runs in the
right-of-way of Old Airport Road to the NEST (2308 Old Airport Road) and 20 feet of private
sanitary sewer that will connect from the public line to the structure,
CDBG funds utilized: $79,450
Target Area: Limited Clientele
This is the final time this project will be reported in a CAPER.
City of Liberty Hill Street Paving Project
Activity 64
FY13 $131,000
Accomplishments: This project is complete. This will be the final time this project will be
reorted in a CAPER.
Project: Repaving of 8,100 square yards of city streets with 2 hot -mix overlay. The
project is located on Bryson Bend, Synders Trail, Matthew Circle, Russell Street, Purser
Street in Liberty Hill.
CDBG funds utilized: $14,000
Census Tract 203.01 Block Groups 1 and 2
Percent Low -Mod: 51%
Percent Minoirty: 15.25%
This is the final time this project will be reported in a CAPER.
City ofGeorgetown MLK/3mand 2nd Street Sidewalk Project
Activity 65
Fy13¢38/000 ($15,800 used fnrFY15 funded project) cm \etion Project is expected to
Accomplishments: Evnironenntna\docynnentisneaMng nn� '
begin ]anuary-FebrUory2O16.
CDB{Sfunds utilized: 950
Census Tract 214.02 Block Groups 1 and 2
percentLom+p]od: 61.396
Percent Minority: 51.54%