RESOLUTION R-20-026
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Opportunity Networks - $33.000
Rehabilitation of two bathrooms at 116 Perimeter Road, Unit A. Work will result
improved accessibility and safety, including ADA compliant fixtures, flooring, walls and
purchase/installation of a ceiling lift and track, as further described in their proposal.
Owner-Occupied Housing Improvement Program (HIP) - $50,000
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.
PLUS Company - $15,000
Rehabilitation of second floor bathroom to include ADA accessible stall and replacement
of flooring at front & rear entrances located at 19 Chestnut Street.
Rental Improvement Program - $150,000
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.
Sandy Pond Park — $10,000
Park improvements including additional playground structures, a replacement fishing
dock, fencing repair, signage, and walkway repairs. The park serves an area that is
approximately 60% low-moderate income. Funds would be applied to the cost of
materials as well as construction of the fishing pier. Installation of the playground
structures to be carried out by DPW personnel.
Contingency — $5,351.69
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. Contingency budget may be adjusted to reflect an increase
or decrease in the annual CDBG allocation, as announced by HUD following approval of
this Resolution. If CDBG award is significantly less than anticipated and this
Contingency line cannot cover the reduction, all activities will be adjusted
proportionately.
That all open and active CDBG activities from previous Action Plans be carried forward and
entered in the FY21 Action Plan as applicable; and
