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uD iParametrics @m mel Ver PROPOSAL FOR THE CITY OF NASHUA
ARPA ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES

Project Manager | Shanti Smith-Copeland

Shanti Smith-Copeland serves as the Director of Emergency Management for iParametrics. She 1s a decisive,
resutts-oriented executive with 16 years of innovative crisis and emergency management leadership. These
skills have been honed through positions including Deputy Bureau Chief of Preparedness for the State of
Florida, as well as a local emergency manager.

| Her experience includes Disaster Preparedness, Response, Recovery, and Grant Management Support on
behalf of the State Emergency Response Team, as well as Florida Cities and Counties after Hurricanes Dennis,

Katrina, Rita, Wilma, Hermine, Matthew, Ima, Michael, Donan, and the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally,
her experience in 34 federally declared disasters across FEMA Regions |, 2, 4, 6 and 7 from 2005-2020 has allowed her to provide
operational support to field operations for Disaster Recovery, Debris Management, Mass Care Coordination, EOC Staffing of ICS
Positions including Plans Chief, Logistics Chief and Liaison Officer as well as Incident Management Team support up to and including
Type 3 Incident Commander.

Associate Project Manager | Ben Redifer

Ben serves as an Associate Project Manager for iParametncs. He offers vanous response, planning, and
recovery skills and knowledge to assist his chents, Ben started his Emergency Management career interning
with the Florida SERT Mass Care Ccordinator, where he created guidance documents and training for new
grey sky staff. He went on to lead the Irma Sheltering Task Force overseeing a team coordinating sheltering
statewide during the largest shelter mobilization in state history. He has also worked with the Flonda Salvation
Army Disaster Services where he led a case management operation, where he built and managed a local
Inma recovery program. He was promoted to coordinate the Salvation Army's regional recovery program for
Imma for nine counties and led coordination with case management partners and was responsible for vetting
over $1.4 million dollars in non-profit assistance.

During COVID-19, Ben assisted in long-term planning for the Human Service Branch where he provided intemet data mining,
analyzed search metrics, and supported Mass Care strategizing. Following the 2020 hurnicane season he served as the Deputy Site
manager for the largest Mass Vaccination Site in Maryland. Most recently Ben served in the Maryland Covid- 19 Recovery Operation
as the Planning Section Chief for the Vaccination and Testing Group, Ben's knowledge, hands-on experience and diverse background
provides him with the skills needed to meet client's needs,

Associate Project Manager | Juliann Bertone

Juliann brings extensive experience in development and execution of housing programs, supportive
4 services, and emergency rental assistance programs. Juliann began her career in state government, where
she served the Colorado Department of Public Health as part of their communications tearn. Most
recently, Juliann spearheaded efforts in Finney and Neosho Counties, both in Kansas, to deliver six
recovery programs simultaneously, including a program which provided rent, utilities, and mortgage
assistance to residents of both counties through the US Treasury's Coronavirus Relief Fund (CRF). Under
Juliann’s leadership, all programs launched in Septernber 2020 and were closed by December 2020, having
| expended the counties’ CRF allocation and serving approximately 300 distinct applicants. Before that,
~ fufiann served as the portfolio manager for the Puerto Rico Department of Housing's CDBG-DR funded
housing programs directed at the island's most vuinerable citizens. In this engagement, Juliann coordinated efforts with six subrecipient
HUD-certified counseling agencies and social interest housing providers around the island to deliver wrap-around housing counseling
services and solutions to house vulnerable populations like those facing homelessness or living with substance abuse issues or AIDS.
Julian is well-versed in training and technical assistance, subrecipient management. program design, and federal grants compliance

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Amended

RESOLUTION R-22-025

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Project Delivery - $125,000

Construction management related to physical CDBG projects and Housing Improvement
Program, including but not limited to the direct cost of the Urban Programs Department
staff for conducting environmental reviews, drafting scope of work, preparation of bid
documents, bidding, construction management and Davis Bacon compliance.

CDBG Grant Administration - $141,800

General administration and planning costs of carrying out the CDBG and other related
HUD projects by the Urban Programs Department, including but not limited to regulatory
compliance monitoring, [DIS management, preparation of required grant reports,
advertising, recording fees, etc. Amount shall netexceed20%-of the entitlement award

phu-actual program ineome-reeeived-during the pregram-year is capped at $141,800.

Owner-Occupied Housing Improvement Program (“HIP”) - $§0.600 $55,797

Financial and technical assistance to eligible low-moderate income, owner-occupants in
for essential repairs of 1-4 family residential properties. Financial assistance provided in
the form of 0% deferred payment loans and/or grants for certain emergency work, as
described in the Program’s Guidelines. Minor rehab work, including code and safety
corrections, repairs, accessibility, etc. Emergency work, costing at least $1,000 and up to
$5,000, may be offered in the form of a grant rather than a loan to owners at or below
30% AMI. Owners earning above 30% AMI may be offered assistance in the form of a
loan. Repayment of prior HIP loans during the fiscal year, in excess of annual estimated
program income, shall be distributed between this Program and the Rental Improvement
Program.

Rental Improvement Program - $425-960 350.000

Program offering 0% interest, deferred payment loans for essential repairs of residential
rental properties containing 1-8 units, occupied by income eligible tenants. Financing
and other terms more fully described in the Program’s Guidelines. Properties located in
the City’s lowest income census tracts will receive priority.

Municipal Project - Pine Street Pedestrian Crosswalk - $30,797-3/00 000
Create a mid-block pedestrian crossing to help the low to moderate income affordable
housing community cross Pine Street and safely enter Mine Falls Park.

PLUS Company - $15.623
Flooring replacement at 19 Chestnut Street.

. Adult Learning Center - $75,000

Approximately half of the funding needed for roof replacement at 4 Lake Street.

Boys and Girls Club - $14.000
Replacement of a portion of blocked sewer pipe at One Positive Place.

Nashua Children’s Home - $23.195
Insulation at the 125-year old 86 Concord Street home, and sewer repair at 125 Amherst

Street facility.

Nashua Soup Kitchen and Shelter - $30,000
Flooring for the Soup Kitchen at 2 Quincy Street.

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RESOLUTION R-22-025

12. Area Agency/Gateways - $8.985
Replace fencing at 4 Beard Street group home.

13, Opportunity Networks - $25,000
Replace windows at 116 Perimeter Road facility.

14. Contingency — $0
Reserve funds that may be applied to any of the activities described herein for unforeseen

costs. Funds may be directed to other unforeseen eligible community needs, subject to
Board of Aldermen approval.

That all open and active CDBG activities from previous Action Plans be carried forward and
entered in the FY23 Action Plan as applicable; and

That the following HOME activities be carried out with an annual grant of $427,000:

1. HOME Grant Administration - $42,700
Administration of the HOME Program by the Urban Programs Department, including
determining eligibility, technical assistance to participants, compliance with program
regulations, underwriting, preparation and review of construction specs, environmental
review, long-term monitoring and reporting to HUD.

2. Community Housing Development Organization {CHDOQ} Reserve - $64.050
Mandatory set aside, equal to 15% of the annual grant, for specific activities to be undertaken
by a private nonprofit, community-based organization that has staff with the capacity to
develop affordable housing for the community it serves. In order to qualify for designation as
a CHDO, the organization must meet certain requirements pertaining to their legal status,
organizational structure, capacity and experience as it relates to the project they are

developing.

3. Homebuyer Assistance Program - $55,000
Direct financial assistance toward down payment and closing costs for eligible low-income
homebuyers purchasing a home in Nashua, including counseling, underwriting and other

direct costs.

4. Affordable Housing Development - $265,250
Acquisition, rehabilitation and /or conversion of residential and/or non-residential buildings
to create affordable rental and/or home-owner housing, occupied by HOME-eligible
households. Projects may be developed by non-profit, for-profit, public or private entities.

AMENDED
O0-22-015

ORDINANCE

ESTABLISHING A GREELEY PARK ADVISORY COMMITTEE
CITY OF NASHUA

in the Year Two Thousand and Twenty-Two

The City of Nashua ordains that Part I “Administrative Legislation”, Chapter 12
“Boards, Committees and Commissions” of the Nashua Revised Ordinances, as amended, is
hereby further amended by adding the following new underlined article and deleting the struck-

through and italicized language:

“ARTICLE XII
Greeley Park Advisory Committee

§ 12-41. Establishment.

The Greeley Park Advisory Committee for the City of Nashua is hereby established to
promote the use, appreciation and upkeep of Greeley Park. It shall advise the Mayor
and Superintendent of Parks and Recreation as to the maintenance and development of

Greeley Park.

§ 12-42. Membership; terms.

The Mayor shall appoint, subject to the approval of the Board of Aldermen, an advisory
committee to be known as the Greeley Park Advisory Committee. The Committee

shall consist of a minimum of seven members, and shall have no limit as to the
maximum number of members. The Committee shall have a quorum when four members
are present. Two members will be appointed for the length of their tenure on the
Conservation Commission and Lower Merrimack River Local Advisory Committee,
respectively, and the remaining members will be appointed at large and will serve for
three-year terms. No member of the advisory committee shall be a member ef the-Beard
of Aldermen or any employee of the Board of Public Works/Parks and Recreation
Department. 4 non-voting member of the Board of Aldermen shall be chosen to serve on

the advisory committee.

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ORDINANCE 0-22-015

§ 12-43. Chairperson; bylaws; compensation; terms.

The Committee shall elect a Chairperson from among its members. chosen from one

of the citizen representatives. The Committee shall establish its bylaws and establish
regular times for meetings and the orderly conduct of business. The members of the
Committee shall serve without compensation. Each member of the Committee shall hold
office until his/her successor is appointed and approved, unless sooner removed.”

All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed.

This legislation shall take effect upon passage.

AMENDED
O-22-017

ORDINANCE

ESTABLISHING A HOUSING TRUST FUND COMMITTEE

CITY OF NASHUA

In the Year Two Thousand and Twenty Two

WHEREAS, the City completed a city-wide Housing Study in the fall of 2021 which made the
following findings:

1. The city is expected to grow its population and employment base and the existing
housing stock will not accommodate this growth.

2. Housing prices (sales and rentals) are outpacing what most Nashua residents can afford.

3. Making affordable housing available in more locations across the City would provide
more housing choice for the City’s most vulnerable residents. Providing affordable
housing in more locations throughout the City would improve housing choices for the
City’s most vulnerable residents.

4. The City must employ strategies that improve the quality of the housing stock and
encourage a mix of new market-rate and affordable housing to improve quality of life for
all residents in the community.

5. The City will need additional resources to address the housing opportunities and
challenges ahead.

WHEREAS, the Housing Study recommended the establishment of a Housing Trust Fund and a
committee to make recommendations to the Mayor; and

WHEREAS, the City established a Housing Trust Fund under R-21-118 on April 13, 2021.

NOW THEREFORE, The City of Nashua ordains that Part | “Administrative Legislation”,
Chapter 12 “Boards, Committees and Commissions” of the Nashua Revised Ordinances, as
amended, is hereby further amended by adding the following new underlined article and
italicized language and deleting the struck-through language:

AMENDED

ORDINANCE 0-22-0171

“ARTICLE XIII
Housing Trust Fund Committee

§ 12-44. Establishment.

The Housing Trust Fund Committee for the City of Nashua is hereby established. The
functions of the Committee shall include the following responsibilities:

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Making recommendations to the Mayor as the agent to expend for funds from the
Housing Trust Fund.

Developing the guidelines for the Housing Trust Fund. The guidelines shall support
the creation of affordable housing units and housing development or redevelopment
projects with unique financial, environmental. or other challenges that impact the
provision of affordable housing.

Developing the criteria for project eligibility and assist in the determination of

eligible applicants for expenditure of Housing Trust Fund monies.

Identifying opportunities and potential barriers to implementing the City’s affordable
housing goals and making recommendations to address those challenges.

Improving housing access with respect to City residents at all life stages. household
compositions, #hysical abilities, and socioeconomic levels.

Guiding and supporting outreach and engagement initiatives and activities related to
affordable housing. This may include assistance in the creation and distribution of
affordable housing literature and community education on housing, generally.

Recommend policies, ordinance changes, or modifications to the City’s housing

programs.

§ 12-45. Membership: terms.

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The Committee shall consist of seven.(73} members. The members are as follows:

(1) One (1} member of the Board of Aldermen who will also serve as liaison between
the Committee and Board of Aldermen. and will be appointed by the president of
the Board of Aldermen. The term of this member shall be two (2) years.

(2) One (1) member shall be a Nashua resident of a low-income neighborhood; or a
low-income community resident—or-arn- elected representative of a low-income

neizhberheed-organization and will be apnointed by the Ma: or subject to the

approval of the Board.of Aldermen.

(3) One (1) member shall be a licensed New Hampshire attornev in good standing
who practices in the City and will be annointed by the Maver.

ORDINANCE O-22-017

(4) One (1) member shall be a finance professional with experience in housing
lending in the City or State of New Hampshire and will be appointed by the

Mayor.

(5) One {1) member shall be a representative of a housing advocacy group and will
be appointed by the Mayor.

(6) One (1) member shall be the Community Development Division Director or his or
her designee. The term of this member shall be indefinite.

(7) One (1) member shall be the Economic Development Division Director or his or
her designee. The term of this member shall be indefinite.

Unless otherwise indicated, the terms of the members shall be for three £3} years and
initial appointments shall be staggered so that subsequent appointments shall not
occur at the same time.

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§ 12-46. Chairperson; bylaws; compensation.

The Community Development Division Director or designee shall serve as chairperson,
with the Economic Development Director or designee as vice chairperson. The
Committee shall establish its bylaws for the orderly conduct of business and regular dates
and times for meetings and the orderly conduct of business. The members of the
Committee shall serve without compensation. Each member of the Committee shall hold
office until his/her successor is anpointed and approved, unless sooner removed. The
Planning Department shall serve as staff to the Committee.”

All ordinances or parts of ordinances inconsistent herewith are hereby repealed.

This legislation shall take effect upon passage.

R-22-040

RESOLUTION

RELATIVE TO THE TRANSFER OF $160,000 FROM DEPARTMENT 162 “STREET
LIGHTING”, ACCOUNT 54100 “ELECTRICITY” TO DEPARTMENT 159
“HYDRANTS - FIRE PROTECTION”, ACCOUNT 54835 “HYDRANT FEES”

CITY OF NASHUA

In the Year Two Thousand and Twenty-Two

RESOLVED by the Board of Aldermen of the City of Nashua that $160,000 be
transferred from Department 162 “Street Lighting”, Account 54100 “Electricity” to Department
159 “Hydrants - Fire Protection”, Account 54835 “Hydrant Fees” for the purpose of funding
retrospective capital recoupment costs from Pennichuck Water Works.

LEGISLATIVE YEAR 2022

RESOLUTION: R-22-040

PURPOSE: Relative to the transfer of $160,000 from Department 162
“Street Lighting”, Account 54100 “Electricity” to Department
159 “Hydrants - Fire Protection”, Account 54835 “Hydrant

Fees”
SPONSOR(S): Mayor Jim Donchess
COMMITTEE
ASSIGNMENT: Budget Review Committee
FISCAL NOTE: Reduces FY2022 General Fund surplus.

ANALYSIS

This legislation authorizes the transfer of $160,000 from Electricity to Hydrant Fees for the
purpose of funding retrospective capital recoupment costs from Pennichuck Water Works
in excess of the original FY 2022 Budget appropriation.

Charter Sec. 53 permits the Board of Aldermen to transfer any unencumbered appropriation
balance or any portion thereof from one department, fund or agency to another.

NRO § 5-130, H provides that “when proposed legislation to transfer or reappropriate a
particular appropriation or portion thereof has had its first reading, such funds shall not be
expended or transferred while the legislation is pending”.

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