PROGRAM YEAR 2021 APPLICATION WORKSHOP March 4 2021

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PROGRAM YEAR 2021 APPLICATION WORKSHOP March 4, 2021

PROGRAM YEAR 2021 APPLICATION WORKSHOP March 4, 2021

ANNOUNCEMENT In the interest of public safety during the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Community

ANNOUNCEMENT In the interest of public safety during the current COVID-19 pandemic, the Community Development Department’s lobby facility is currently closed. The Application Workshop Power. Point will be made available online on the City of Pasadena Community Development webpage at https: //www. pasadenatx. gov/280/Subrecipient-Organization-Information on March 4, 2021. All non-profits, subrecipients, City Departments and other organizations interested in applying for funding should refer to the Application Workshop Power. Point for an overview of the programs, guidance on applying, deadlines and contact information. The Community Development staff will be available virtually, via Zoom on March 5, 2021, 10: 00 A. M. – 11: 00 A. M. and March 15, 2021, 10: 00 A. M. – 11: 00 A. M. to answer questions regarding the Application Workshop Power. Point and application process. Please refer to the Q&A slide for information on how to join the Zoom Q&A Meeting. Should you have any questions or if you do not have internet access, please contact our office at (713) 4757294 or Comm. Dev@pasadenatx. gov. March 4, 2021

WORKSHOP AGENDA Introduction of Community Development Staff Funding Updates Conflicts of Interest Basic Overview

WORKSHOP AGENDA Introduction of Community Development Staff Funding Updates Conflicts of Interest Basic Overview of HUD Programs Application Schedule of Deadlines IMPORTANT Application Requirements March 4, 2021

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Director of Housing & Community Development Melissa Quijano Community Development Manager Sara

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Director of Housing & Community Development Melissa Quijano Community Development Manager Sara Rogers Quality Control Analyst Kayla Coberley CDBG/ESG Program Coordinator Angela Garcia HOME Program Coordinator Monica Martinez March 4, 2021

FUNDING UPDATES Based on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 formula allocations received from the

FUNDING UPDATES Based on the Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 formula allocations received from the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) on February 26, 2021, the City anticipates the following available amounts: v Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program ($1, 655, 699) v HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program ($532, 698) v Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program ($146, 433) Amended Public Notice for the 2021 Consolidated Program will be published on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. March 4, 2021

CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Conflicts of interest (COI) arise when officials or staff stand to

CONFLICTS OF INTEREST Conflicts of interest (COI) arise when officials or staff stand to benefit, either directly themselves or indirectly through business partners or relatives, from the awarding or contracting of grant funds. v Common Examples Include: o Elected officials voting on awarding of funds to organizations where the elected official and/or a family member is on the staff or on the subrecipient’s board; o Grantee officials or staff who have relatives who may benefit from a subrecipient’s programmatic activities; and/or o Failure to notify HUD regarding conflicts of interest, or late/incomplete requests for exceptions. For additional information regarding Conflicts of Interest, contact Kayla Coberley at (713) 475 -4994 or via email at kcoberley@pasadenatx. gov 2 CFR 200. 112 March 4, 2021

COI DISCLOSURE If a potential conflict arises between the submission of the initial disclosure

COI DISCLOSURE If a potential conflict arises between the submission of the initial disclosure with the Program Year 2021 Application through September 30, 2022, the nature of the conflict should be disclosed in writing to the Community Development Department within 15 days including: o The person’s name, position, phone number and address; o Details of the nature of the conflict of interest; o Date of notification; and o Requested action* to address the conflict. * Recusal or Exemption Request (conflict is not resolved until either of these occur) Failure to disclose any perceived or actual conflicts may result in application becoming void or termination of agreement. March 4, 2021

REQUESTING AN EXCEPTION Once the Community Development Department is made aware of the potential

REQUESTING AN EXCEPTION Once the Community Development Department is made aware of the potential conflict, the following steps will be taken to request an exception: v An opinion by the City’s Legal Department must be obtained; v A public disclosure of the conflict is published; and v A written request will be submitted to HUD determines whether the circumstances fall within exception criteria permitted by the regulations. The City may only proceed with the activity upon receiving approval in writing from HUD. Additional Resource: https: //www. hudoig. gov/sites/default/files/201904/Conflicts%2520 of%2520 Interest%2520 Integrity%2520 Bulletin%5 B 3%5 D. pdf March 4, 2021

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT The primary objective of the CDBG Program is to provide

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT The primary objective of the CDBG Program is to provide the items listed below to local communities. The two ways to achieve this are by choosing the right eligible activity & ensuring that those activities meet a National Objective. The following slides will review CDBG National Objectives and types of eligible activities. ü ü ü Providing Decent Housing A Suitable Living Environment Expanding Economic Opportunities March 4, 2021

CDBG FUNDING CATEGORIES AND CAPS CDBG 2021 Grant: $1, 655, 699 CDBG Funds Eligible

CDBG FUNDING CATEGORIES AND CAPS CDBG 2021 Grant: $1, 655, 699 CDBG Funds Eligible for Public Services: $248, 355 CDBG Funds Eligible for Non-Public Services: $1, 076, 204 For additional information regarding the CDBG Program, contact Angela Garcia at (713) 475 -7051 or via email at angarcia@pasadenatx. gov March 4, 2021

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECITVES ALL CDBG FUNDED PROJECTS/PROGRAMS MUST MEET ONE HUD NATIONAL OBJECTIVE There

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECITVES ALL CDBG FUNDED PROJECTS/PROGRAMS MUST MEET ONE HUD NATIONAL OBJECTIVE There are three (3) National Objectives to choose from when working with CDBG Funding. 1. Benefit Low-to Moderate-Income Persons 2. Prevention or Elimination of Slums or Blight 3. Urgent Need It is a HUD requirement that at a minimum, 70% of a jurisdiction’s CDBG allocation should be used for activities that benefit lower income persons. A detailed description of each National Objective can be found within the hyperlink below as well as within the CDBG General Information Handout. Hyperlink (Right Click and Select Open Hyperlink) The following slides will review the MOST used LOW/MOD National Objectives. March 4, 2021

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECTIVE – LOW/MOD Ø LMA = Area Benefit Ø LMC = Limited

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECTIVE – LOW/MOD Ø LMA = Area Benefit Ø LMC = Limited Clientele Ø LMH = Housing Ø LMJ = Jobs Hyperlink (Right Click and Select Open Hyperlink) The two most commonly used National Objectives under the LOW/MOD National Objective Category are: 1. Low Mod Area Benefit – LMA 2. Low Mod Clientele – LMC Additional information can be found with regard to the other two categories listed via the hyperlink below. The following slides will review Area Benefit and Limited Clientele. March 4, 2021

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECTIVE – AREA BENEFIT Area Benefit National Objective is used for activities

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECTIVE – AREA BENEFIT Area Benefit National Objective is used for activities that benefit all residents in a particular area, where at least 51% of the residents are low- to moderate-income persons. Two-Step Documentation Process 1) Determine the Service Area: a) Applicants must determine the service area of the project/program/activity before CDBG assistance can be provided. Considerations for drawing service area: o The nature of the activity o The location of the activity o The accessibility of the activity o Comparable facilities/services in the area b) * Area MUST BE primarily residential Area must be REASONABLY DELINIATED given the type of activity – is the area delineated capturing the people that will actually benefit from the activity? o Area does not have to use same boundaries as census o Do not want to see service areas to benefit upper income areas but drawn in a way that shows that they benefit low income areas when they really do not March 4, 2021

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECITVE – AREA BENEFIT Two-Step Documentation Process (Cont. ) 2) Document the

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECITVE – AREA BENEFIT Two-Step Documentation Process (Cont. ) 2) Document the Percentage of Low-and Moderate-Income Persons a) Low Moderate Income Summary Data (LMISD) HUD provides data based on 2011 -2015 ACS 5 – year (American Community Survey). HUD builds the LMI Area Data file from a special tabulation of Income and Family Size. Local Income Survey Applicant conducts income survey and compiles data for submit and review. HUD Notice CPD-14 -013 provides guidelines for conducting an income survey for LMA activities. https: //files. hudexchange. info/resources/documents/Notice-CPD-14 -013 Guidelines-for-Conducting-Income-Surveys-LMI-CDBG-Activity. pdf b) Demonstrating Area Benefit to Low- and Moderate Income Persons: https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=UW 4 Nqo 11 i. Ow * LMISD is the recommended method Hyperlink (Right Click and Select Open Hyperlink) March 4, 2021

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECTIVE – LIMITED CLIENTELE Limited Clientele National Objective is used for activities

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECTIVE – LIMITED CLIENTELE Limited Clientele National Objective is used for activities that benefit a specific group of people in a particular area, where at least 51% of the individuals are low- to moderate-income persons (LMI). The actual number of LMI persons is what determines whether the activity will qualify or not. The activity should benefit a specific group rather than everyone in an area. To qualify under limited clientele category, activities must meet one of the following tests: 1. Benefit a clientele that is generally presumed to be principally LMI; or 2. Require documentation on family size and income in order to show that at least 51 percent of the clientele are LMI; or 3. Have income eligibility requirements limiting the activity to LMI persons only; or 4. Be of such a nature and in such a location that it can be concluded that clients are primarily LMI. March 4, 2021

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECTIVE – LIMITED CLIENTELE 1. Benefit a clientele that is generally presumed

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECTIVE – LIMITED CLIENTELE 1. Benefit a clientele that is generally presumed to be principally LMI. This table lists the groups presumed by HUD to be made up principally of LMI persons. PRESUMED BENEFIT CATEGORIES HUD RECOGNIZED INCOME LEVEL ABUSED CHILDREN EXTREMELY LOW INCOME BATTERED SPOUSED LOW INCOME SEVERLY DISABLED ADULTS LOW INCOME HOMELESS PERSONS EXTREMELY LOW INCOME ILLITERATE ADULTS LOW INCOME PERSONS WITH AIDS LOW INCOME MIGRANT FARM WORKERS LOW INCOME ELDERLY SENIOR CENTER – MODERATE INCOME NOT CENTER BASED – LOW INCOME March 4, 2021

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECTIVE – LIMITED CLIENTELE 2. Require documentation on family size & income

CDBG NATIONAL OBJECTIVE – LIMITED CLIENTELE 2. Require documentation on family size & income in order to show that at least 51 percent of the clientele are LMI. 3. Have income eligibility requirements limiting activity to LMI persons ONLY. Agencies who select either options 2 or 3 for qualifying must collect information during client intake and ensure they have policies and procedures in place for collecting and securing documentation. Activities that require information on family size and income must use the following table to determine that applicants do not exceed the low and moderate income limit. Income Level 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons 0 – 30 % $16, 600 $18, 950 $21, 720 $26, 200 $30, 680 $35, 160 $39, 640 $44, 120 50 % $27, 600 $31, 550 $35, 500 $39, 400 $42, 600 $45, 750 $48, 900 $52, 050 80 % $44, 150 $50, 450 $56, 750 $63, 050 $68, 100 $73, 150 $78, 200 $83, 250 0% -30% = Extremely Low Income Level 31% - 50% = Low Income Level Amounts subject to change, as HUD deems necessary. 51% - 80% = Moderate Income Level March 4, 2021

CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES TYPES OF CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITES Acquisition and Disposition of Real Property

CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES TYPES OF CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITES Acquisition and Disposition of Real Property Housing Activities Public Facilities & Public Infrastructure Special Economic Development Planning Administration Public Services Micro-Enterprise Assistance v City of Pasadena Priority Needs for federal funds include: § HIGH § § § MEDIUM § § § A full list of eligible activities can be found by clicking the hyperlink below. Hyperlink (Right Click and Select Open Hyperlink) § Rehabilitation of Infrastructure Develop and/or Rehabilitate Affordable Housing Reduce Homelessness through Supportive Services Invest in Public Services, including those with Special Needs Ensure Fair Housing Choice Opportunities LOW § § Special Economic Development Micro-Enterprise Assistance The following slides will review two of the most used types of Eligible Activities: Public Facilities and Public Services March 4, 2021

CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES – PUBLIC FACILITIES & PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE Acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, or installation

CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES – PUBLIC FACILITIES & PUBLIC INFRASTRUCTURE Acquisition, construction, rehabilitation, or installation of public improvements or facilities by grantee, subrecipient or other nonprofit. q STREETS q SENIOR CENTERS q SIDEWALKS q COMMUNITY q PARKS q PLAYGROUNDS q WATER & SEWER BUILDINGS q HANDICAP ACCESSIBILITY LINES March 4, 2021

CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES – PUBLIC FACILITIES & PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS *Note: If the assisted facility

CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES – PUBLIC FACILITIES & PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS *Note: If the assisted facility is owned by a nonprofit, the CDBG regulations stipulate the facility must be open to the public during normal working hours. Eligible types of facilities and improvements include: ü Infrastructure improvements (ex: water/sewer lines) ü Neighborhood facilities (ex: libraries/parks) ü Facilities for persons with special needs (ex: homeless/disabled) Additional Regulations/Requirements : 1. The Davis-Bacon Act 2. Environmental Review 3. The Copeland Anti-Kickback Act 4. The Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act 5. Section 3 6. Procurement Process 7. Bonding March 4, 2021

CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES – PUBLIC SERVICES Expenses including, labor, supplies, and material for a

CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES – PUBLIC SERVICES Expenses including, labor, supplies, and material for a public service as well as to operate and/or maintain the portion of a facility in which the public service is located. q JOB TRAINING q CHILD CARE q HEALTH CARE q SUBSTANCE ABUSE COUNSELING q FAIR HOUSING q HOMELESS SERVICES q SENIOR CITIZEN SERVICES q RECREATION PROGRAMS q EDUCATION PROGRAMS March 4, 2021

CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES – PUBLIC SERVICES Examples of Public Service: ü Providing legal assistance

CDBG ELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES – PUBLIC SERVICES Examples of Public Service: ü Providing legal assistance to LMI Individuals ü Operating a food bank, community kitchens or food pantry ü A teen counseling program ü Substance abuse prevention, education and/or recovery program ü Child care services such as parenting skills classes To qualify as a Public Service: • A new services; or • A quantifiable increase in the level of an existing service which has been provided by the state or another entity on its behalf through state or local government funds in the 12 months preceding the submission of the Consolidated Plan and/or Annual Action Plan. *Note: Public Service Funds are limited due to CDBG spending caps March 4, 2021

CDBG INELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES q Assistance for buildings used for the general conduct of government;

CDBG INELIGIBLE ACTIVITIES q Assistance for buildings used for the general conduct of government; q local government expenses; q political activities; q new housing construction; q income payments; q purchase of equipment; and q activities not primarily benefiting lower income Pasadena households. Hyperlink (Right Click and Select Open Hyperlink) March 4, 2021

CDBG ADDITIONAL RESOURCES q Income Eligibility Calculator: https: //www. hudexchange. info/incomecalculator/ q Basically CDBG

CDBG ADDITIONAL RESOURCES q Income Eligibility Calculator: https: //www. hudexchange. info/incomecalculator/ q Basically CDBG Guidebook: https: //www. hudexchange. info/resource/19/basically-cdbg-trainingguidebook-and-slides/ q CDBG Income Limits - HUD: https: //www. hudexchange. info/resource/5334/cdbg-income-limits/ q Playing by the Rules Handbook: https: //files. hudexchange. info/resources/documents/Playing-By-the-Rulesa-Handbook-for-CDBG-Subrecipients-On-Administrative-Systems. pdf q CDBG in 3 Minutes Video: https: //www. youtube. com/watch? v=Av. Qe 6 Yzb. CXk March 4, 2021

EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS ESG 2021 Grant: $146, 443 Maximum Amount Allowed for Shelter/Shelter Outreach

EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS ESG 2021 Grant: $146, 443 Maximum Amount Allowed for Shelter/Shelter Outreach $87, 866 For additional information regarding the ESG Program, contact Angela Garcia at (713) 475 -7051 or via email at angarcia@pasadenatx. gov March 4, 2021

ESG PROGRAM - INCOME LEVELS The goal of the ESG Program is to assist

ESG PROGRAM - INCOME LEVELS The goal of the ESG Program is to assist individuals and families EXPERIENCING HOMELESSNESS or who are AT-RISK OF HOMELESSNESS in obtaining and maintaining appropriate permanent housing. Income Level 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons 0 – 30 % $16, 600 $18, 950 $21, 720 $26, 200 $30, 680 $35, 160 $39, 640 $44, 120 50 % $27, 600 $31, 550 $35, 500 $39, 400 $42, 600 $45, 750 $48, 900 $52, 050 80 % $44, 150 $50, 450 $56, 750 $63, 050 $68, 100 $73, 150 $78, 200 $83, 250 0% -30% = Extremely Low Income Level 31% - 50% = Low Income Level 51% - 80% = Moderate Income Level Amounts subject to change, as HUD deems necessary. March 4, 2021

ESG PROGRAM COMPONENTS There are Five (5) Program Components under ESG each with their

ESG PROGRAM COMPONENTS There are Five (5) Program Components under ESG each with their own set of eligible activities and costs. 1) Street Outreach 2) Emergency Shelter 3) Rapid Re-Housing 4) Homeless Prevention 5) Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) Additional Resource: https: //www. hudexchange. info/trainings/courses/esgprogram-components-and-activities-webinar 1/ HMIS Street Outreach Homeless Prevention Emergency Shelter Rapid Re. Housing March 4, 2021

COMPONENT 1: STREET OUTREACH These activities are designed to meet the immediate needs of

COMPONENT 1: STREET OUTREACH These activities are designed to meet the immediate needs of unsheltered homeless people by connecting them with Emergency Shelter, Housing and/or Critical Health Services. 24 CFR 576. 101 Essential Services • • • Engagement Case Management Emergency Health Services Emergency Mental Health Transportation Services for Special Populations STREET OUTREA C H March 4, 2021

COMPONENT 2: EMERGENCY SHELTER These activities are designed to increase the quantity and quality

COMPONENT 2: EMERGENCY SHELTER These activities are designed to increase the quantity and quality of temporary shelters provided to homeless people, through the renovation of existing shelters or conversion of buildings to shelters, paying for the operating costs of shelters, and providing essential services. 24 CFR 576. 102 Essential Services • • Case Management Child Care Education Services Employment Assistance & Job Training Outpatient Health Services Legal Services Life Skills Training Transportation Shelter Renovation • • Labor Materials Tools Other costs for renovation (including rehab or conversion) EMERGENCY SHELTER Shelter Operations • • • Maintenance Rent Security Fuel Equipment Insurance Utilities Food Furnishings Supplies necessary for operations URA Assistance • Relocation Payments • Other assistance to displaced persons March 4, 2021

COMPONENT 3: RAPID REHOUSING These activities are designed to move homeless people quickly to

COMPONENT 3: RAPID REHOUSING These activities are designed to move homeless people quickly to permanent housing through housing relocation and stabilization services and short-and/or medium-term rental assistance. 24 CFR 576. 104 Rental Assistance • Short-term rental assistance • Medium-term rental assistance • Rental arrears *Rental Assistance can be project-based or tenantbased. Housing Relocation and Stabilization Services Financial Assistance • • • Rental Application Fee Security Deposit Last Month’s Rent Utility Deposits Utility Payments Moving Costs Services Costs • • • Housing Search & Placement Housing Stability Case Management Mediation Legal Services Credit Repair RAPID RE-HOUSING March 4, 2021

COMPONENT 4: HOMELESS PREVENTION These activities are designed to prevent an individual or family

COMPONENT 4: HOMELESS PREVENTION These activities are designed to prevent an individual or family from moving into an emergency shelter or living in a public or private place not meant for human habitation through housing relocation and stabilization services and short-and/or medium-term rental assistance. 24 CFR 576. 103 Rental Assistance • Short-term rental assistance • Medium-term rental assistance • Rental arrears *Rental Assistance can be project-based or tenantbased. Housing Relocation and Stabilization Services Financial Assistance • • • Rental Application Fee Security Deposit Last Month’s Rent Utility Deposits Utility Payments Moving Costs Services Costs • • • Housing Search & Placement Housing Stability Case Management Mediation Legal Services Credit Repair H O M E L E S S PREVENTION March 4, 2021

COMPONENT 5: HMIS These activities are designed to fund ESG recipients’ & subrecipients’ participation

COMPONENT 5: HMIS These activities are designed to fund ESG recipients’ & subrecipients’ participation in the HMIS collection & analyses of data on individuals & families who are homeless & at-risk of homelessness. 24 CFR 576. 107 HMIS • Contributing data to HMIS designated by the Continuum of Care (Co. C) for the area. • HMIS Lead (as designated by the Co. C) costs for managing the HMIS system. • Victim services or legal services provider costs to establish and operate a comparable database. HMIS March 4, 2021

HOMELESS & AT RISK OF HOMELESSNESS March 4, 2021

HOMELESS & AT RISK OF HOMELESSNESS March 4, 2021

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM HOME 2021 Grant: $532, 698 HOME 15% Minimum CHDO Set-Aside:

HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM HOME 2021 Grant: $532, 698 HOME 15% Minimum CHDO Set-Aside: $79, 905 For additional information regarding the HOME Program, contact Monica Martinez at (713) 920 -7952 or via email mamartinez@pasadenatx. gov March 4, 2021

THE INTENT OF THE HOME PROGRAM v To provide decent affordable housing to low-income

THE INTENT OF THE HOME PROGRAM v To provide decent affordable housing to low-income households throughout the City of Pasadena with: q Housing Rehabilitation q Homebuyer q New Assistance Construction of Housing q Rental AFFORDABLE HOUSING Housing 24 CFR 92 March 4, 2021

ELIGIBLE USES OF HOME FUNDS v Site Acquisition; v Site Improvements; v Demolition/Reconstruction *All

ELIGIBLE USES OF HOME FUNDS v Site Acquisition; v Site Improvements; v Demolition/Reconstruction *All beneficiaries MUST have annual household incomes at or below 80% of the area median income, as defined by HUD. and/or Rehabilitation; v Relocation; or v Other necessary and reasonable activities related to the development of affordable housing. 24 CFR 92. 205 March 4, 2021

HOME INCOME LIMITS Activities that require information on family size and income must use

HOME INCOME LIMITS Activities that require information on family size and income must use the following table to determine that applicants do not exceed the low and moderate income limits. Income Level 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons 0 - 30% $16, 600 $18, 950 $21, 300 $23, 650 $25, 550 $27, 450 $29, 350 $31, 250 50% $27, 600 $31, 550 $35, 550 $39, 400 $42, 600 $45, 750 $48, 900 $52, 050 60% $33, 120 $37, 860 $42, 600 $47, 280 $51, 120 $54, 900 $58, 680 $62, 460 80% $44, 150 $50, 450 $56, 750 $63, 050 $68, 100 $73, 150 $78, 200 $83, 250 0% -30% = Extremely Low Income Level 31% - 50% = Low Income Level 51% - 80% = Moderate Income Level Amounts subject to change, as HUD deems necessary. Based on Percentage of Houston-The Woodlands-Sugar Land Median Family Income (Effective July 1, 2020) https: //www. hudexchange. info/programs/home-incomelimits/? filter_Year=2020&filter_Scope=State&filter_State=TX&program=HOME&group=Income. Lmts March 4, 2021

COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS (CHDO) v …is a private, nonprofit, community-based service organization with

COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS (CHDO) v …is a private, nonprofit, community-based service organization with qualified staff that has the capacity to develop affordable housing as the owner, developer, or sponsor for the Pasadena area. March 4, 2021

ELIGIBLE USES OF FUNDS BY CHDO’S v Acquisition and/or rehabilitation of rental housing; v

ELIGIBLE USES OF FUNDS BY CHDO’S v Acquisition and/or rehabilitation of rental housing; v New construction of rental housing; v Acquisition and/or rehabilitation of homebuyer properties; v New construction of homebuyer properties; or v Direct financial assistance to purchasers of HOME-assisted housing sponsored or developed by a CHDO with HOME funds. 24 CFR 92. 300 March 4, 2021

CHDO QUALIFICATIONS To qualify as a CHDO, a nonprofit must meet the following requirements:

CHDO QUALIFICATIONS To qualify as a CHDO, a nonprofit must meet the following requirements: v Legal structure and tax status; v Financial management capacity and accountability to lowincome community; v Staff capacity to carry out HOME funded activities; v Experience serving the community for at least one year; v Board representation by community members (minimum 1/3 low-income); and v Lack of for-profit or public control. 24 CFR 92. 300 March 4, 2021

q HOME Overview: HOME ADDITIONAL RESOURCES https: //www. hudexchange. info/programs/home-overview/ q HOME Income Limits

q HOME Overview: HOME ADDITIONAL RESOURCES https: //www. hudexchange. info/programs/home-overview/ q HOME Income Limits - HUD: https: //www. huduser. gov/portal/datasets/home-datasets/files/HOME_Income. Lmts_State_TX_2020. pdf q HOME CHDO: https: //www. hudexchange. info/programs/home/topics/chdo/#policy-guidance-and-faqs q HOME COVID -19 Guidance: https: //www. hudexchange. info/programs/home/covid-19/#regulatory-resources q HOME Laws & Regulations: https: //www. hudexchange. info/programs/home-laws-and-regulations/ q HOME Code of Federal Regulations: https: //www. ecfr. gov/cgi-bin/textidx? SID=31 bb 956 fa 80 dd 578 dd 9901036 d 30 f 0 be&mc=true&node=pt 24. 1. 92&rgn=div 5#_top March 4, 2021

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION General Record Keeping Every Subrecipient is required to establish and maintain at

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION General Record Keeping Every Subrecipient is required to establish and maintain at least three major categories of records: 1. Administrative records - apply to the overall administration of the federally funded project/program. • General project/program files – application, agreement, program policies and guidelines, correspondence, reports, etc. • Personnel files, property management files. 2. Financial records - including chart of accounts, manual on accounting procedures, journals and ledgers, source documentation, procurement files, bank account records, financial reports, audit files. 3. Project/case files – detailed documentation of the activities undertaken. *Record Retention: City of Pasadena requires records to be retained for 5 years, plus the current program year, or until the completion of the activity, whichever is longer. March 4, 2021

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Things to consider when applying: v Does my agency have the capacity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Things to consider when applying: v Does my agency have the capacity to adhere to all requirements and regulations? v Agency must have a comprehensive Policy and Procedures Manual for program to be administered with federal funds. v How will I determine client eligibility? How will I track clients served? v Proposals including salaries will require a daily time log of 15 minute – hour increments submitted in conjunction with Time & Attendance Sheet Form and paystubs. v Are there additional funding sources being used to leverage federal funds? v Are my agency’s accounting procedures equipped to manage federal funding/reporting requirements? March 4, 2021

APPLICATION SCHEDULE: THE FOLLOWING SCHEDULE HAS BEEN DEVELOPED FOR REVIEW OF PROJECT APPLICATIONS AND

APPLICATION SCHEDULE: THE FOLLOWING SCHEDULE HAS BEEN DEVELOPED FOR REVIEW OF PROJECT APPLICATIONS AND DECISIONS ON PROJECT FUNDING: February 17, 2021, February 24, 2021 and March 10, 2021 City of Pasadena Community Development Department published Notice of Funding Availability. Thursday, March 4, 2021 Application Workshop Power. Point and Applications made available online Friday, March 5, 2021 – 10: 00 A. M. -11: 00 A. M. Application Workshop Zoom Q&A Meeting Monday, March 15, 2021 – 10: 00 A. M. -11: 00 A. M. 2 nd Application Workshop Zoom Q&A Meeting Friday, March 19, 2021 Application Deadline Applications must be received by the City Secretary’s office no later than 4: 00 P. M. Thursday, April 22, 2021 Board meeting for funding recommendations Thursday, August 16, 2021 Deadline for City of Pasadena Community Development Department Action Plan submission to HUD March 4, 2021

ZOOM Q&A MEETINGS Community Development staff will be available via Zoom to answer questions

ZOOM Q&A MEETINGS Community Development staff will be available via Zoom to answer questions regarding the Application Workshop Power. Point and application process. Application Workshop Zoom Q&A Meetings will take place Friday, March 5, 2021 from 10: 00 A. M. – 11: 00 A. M. and Monday, March 15, 2021 from 10: 00 A. M. – 11: 00 A. M. Zoom Meetings Login: https: //zoom. us/j/8100210129? pwd=Mitp. QW 9 y. WUNm. OUcw. L 3 cr. SFlu. YXR 2 Zz 09 Meeting ID: 810 021 0129 Passcode: 0 KHcd 8 Participation in the Application Workshop Zoom Q&A Meetings are not mandatory. March 4, 2021

IMPORTANT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Ø Application Workshop Power Point and Applications made available online. Ø

IMPORTANT APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS Ø Application Workshop Power Point and Applications made available online. Ø Late applications will NOT be accepted: Due: Friday, March 19, 2021 by 4: 00 P. M. Ø Applications must be typed! Ø Must submit three (3) originals and must be signed. Ø Applications will be made available on City of Pasadena website: https: //www. pasadenatx. gov/280/Subrecipient-Organization. Information March 4, 2021

QUESTIONS? Contact Community Development Phone (713) 475 -7294 Commdev@pasadenatx. gov Sara Rogers, Manager Phone:

QUESTIONS? Contact Community Development Phone (713) 475 -7294 Commdev@pasadenatx. gov Sara Rogers, Manager Phone: (713) 475 -4910 Email: SMZavala@pasadenatx. gov Monica Martinez, HOME Coordinator Phone: (713) 920 -7952 Email: MAMartinez@pasadenatx. gov Kayla Coberley, Quality Control Analyst Phone: (713) 475 -4994 Email: KCoberley@pasadenatx. gov Angela Garcia, CDBG/ESG Coordinator Phone: (713) 475 -7051 Email: ANGarcia@pasadenatx. gov March 4, 2021