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HomeMy WebLinkAboutBlack Hawk Gaming Association-Grant Application-12.22.2008 : /1-,2 _ e BLACK HAWK COUNTY GAMING ASSOCIATION GRANT APPLICATION COVER PAGE Date Application Received: Grant Number: (Office Use) (Office Use) 1. Name of Organization: City of Waterloo/Community Development Board 2. Mailing Address: 715 Mulberry Street, Waterloo, IA 50703 3. Telephone: 319-291-4301 Federal Tax ID Number: 42-6005327 4. Email Address: mayor@waterloo-ia.org 5. Contact Person/Phone Numbers: Mayor Tim Hurley / 319-291-4301 6. Amount of Funding Requested from BHCGA: $100,000.00 7. I have read the "Funding Guidelines & Procedures" document. (INITIAL) 8. You must list a title and brief description of the project/program for which funding is requested in the space below. (In addition, a one-page addendum describing your proposal in more detail may be attached). Include in this description how this project will provide property tax relief, capital improvements and/or charitable services. OWNER OCCUPIED EMERGENCY REPAIRS PROGRAM As part of Waterloo's Goals,capital improvement is part of an overall equation to enhance our economy by emphasizing economic development,supporting a Downtown Master Plan,develop a customer-centered service delivery approach, and enhancing and protecting a diverse,family ariented community where neighborhoods are safe and well maintained. To insure long-term capital improvements, Waterloo will need to address the needs of both its private sector and residents. The primary concerns of Waterloo's residents and neighborhoods are a need for safe,decent and sanitary living conditions. In order for capital improvements to take place,home improvements should be considered and part of the equation that is all-inclusive and broad based in scope. To help meet these goals, Black Hawk County Gaming Association funds are being sought as a supplement to the City of Waterloo's existing Emergency Repair Program described within. Emergency repair funds will be used to assist low-income households with repairs that are above normal maintenance needs and constitute an immediate threat to safety and health issues. Required Signatures: Community Development Applicant's Name (PRINT) Ma o/l�"wHz., le Eric Johnson Chief irtsff er •RINT) on of Board o irectors (PRINT) '*•10 ..j Chief Executive Officer (SIGNATURE) Chairperson of Board o Directors (SIGNATURE) BLACK HAWK COUNTY GAMING ASSOCIATION FUNDING APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS 1. Review the Funding Guidelines and Procedures. The organization must meet the criteria for application in the Guidelines. All questions must be completed. If not applicable, insert"N/A" in space. SUBMIT ALL FORMS & INFORMATION LISTED BELOW IN ORDER AS FOLLOWS: 2. Cover Page must be the top page of all applications with appropriate signatures. 3. One page addendum describing project, if applicable. 4. Project or Program Budget—Expenses must be listed in full detail. The budget should include other sources of funding for this project or program. (Generally BHCGA prefers projects with matching funds raised or committed prior to submission of the grant application). 5. Narrative—Limit to two pages, using the following outline: A. State problem addressed by the project or program and describe the need for service B. Describe the goals and objectives of the project or program. C. Describe the nature of the service to be offered and the activities which will be conducted to carry out the project or program D. Provide the beginning and ending dates for this project or program E. Provide estimates of the number of people to be served by this project or program. F. Describe how you will evaluate the success of the project or program. G. If this project or program is ongoing,what are future sources of revenue to support this proposal? 6. Mission Statement—Attach a copy of the organization "mission statement" and a brief description of services provided by the organization. 7. Board of Directors—Attach a list of the organization's governing board. Indicate the officers. 8. IRS 501(c)3 Determination Letter—Required for Non-profit organizations 9. Most Current Balance Sheet AND Income Statement or Statement of Cash Flow—Required for Non-profit organizations 10. Recognition—If this project or program is funded by Black Hawk County Gaming Association, what type of recognition will be given to Black Hawk County Gaming Association and the isle casino and hotel at waterloo? BLACK HAWK COUNTY GAMING ASSOCIATION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REQUEST ADDITIONAL INFORMATION. STAPLE GRANT APPLICATIONS. DO NOT SUBMIT IN BINDERS. Provide all requested information. Submit original application and 17 copies to: Black Hawk County Gaming Association 229 East Park Avenue Waterloo, IA 50703 Submit applications for the appropriate grant cycle. Lat applications will not be considered. Caution: The project or program described in your application may be funded in part or not at all. For questions regarding the application please call: 1-319-433-1153 Revised Sept.2008 City of Waterloo, Owner Occupied Emergency Repairs Program PROJECT AND PROGRAM BUDGET: Budgeted for FY Budget Request Total Project 2009 for FY 2009 Funds CDBG Emergency Repair Program $ 100,000.00 CDBG ER Program Delivery Cost $, 5,000.00 Black Hawk County Gaming Association Emergency Repair Program Funds $ 95,000.00 Black Hawk County Gaming Association Emergency Repair Program Delivery Cost $ 5,000.00 BHCGA Total Request $ 100,000.00 Total CDBG Program and BHCGA $ 205,000.00 HOUSEHOLD INCOME LIMITS HOUSEHOLD MONTHLY ANNUAL SIZE 80% 80% 1 $2,687.50 $32,250.00 2 $3,075.00 $36,900.00 3 $3,458.33 $41,500.00 4 $3,841.66 $46,100.00 5 $4,150.00 $49,800.00 6 $4,458.33 $53,500.00 7 $4,762.50 $57,150.00 8 $5,070.83 $60,850.00 EFFECTIVE 04/03/08 1 City of Waterloo, Owner Occupied Emergency Repairs Program NARRATIVE: A. Since 2001 over 825 low to moderate income Waterloo residents have requested emergency repairs assistance from the Waterloo Community Development Office. Community Development has only been able to assist 393 applicants due to a lack of funding, since 2001 to the present. During the last calendar year we were able to assist 45 residents with their requests for assistance with 22 of those residents being assisted with Black Hawk County Gaming Association funds that we received last year. Of those requesting assistance, 56%were for roof repair; 12%were for water service repairs; 8% for electrical repairs; 10% for plumbing repairs; 10% for furnaces and 4% for structural repairs. To prevent further deterioration of housing, a strong program needs to be in place to stabilize existing housing stock,which will then have a positive impact on both the private and public sectors. B. The scope of the program is to provide financial assistance to City of Waterloo homeowner-occupants who find themselves in a situation where immediate, costly repairs to their home are needed to remedy an immediate threat to their health, safety, or well being. The program is administered for the City of Waterloo by the Community Development Board. All applications for assistance are to be made to the Community Development Board. Funding for the program will be allocated by the City from Community Development Block Grant funds received by the City of Waterloo under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended. Funding received from the Black Hawk County Gaming Association will supplement these existing funds that are always depleted nine months into the fiscal year. Allocations of funds to the homeowners will be in the form of a nonrepayable grant. The grant under this program shall be determined by the cost of the repair,not to exceed$4,000.00 per unit. C. Emergency repair funds will be used to assist low-income households with repairs that are above the normal maintenance needs and constitute an immediate threat to safety and health issues. Examples of emergency repairs are as follows: 1. Evidence of a faulty or inadequate electrical wiring system,which would constitute a fire hazard. (i.e. electric service, inadequate wiring, etc.) 2. Evidence of a faulty or inadequate plumbing system,which would constitute a health hazard (i.e. waste lines, venting of plumbing fixtures, drains,water heaters, etc.). 3. Evidence of a faulty or inadequate heating system requiring major repair or replacement, which would constitute a health hazard(i.e. old inefficient furnaces, cracked heat exchanger, chimney vents, etc.). 4. Evidence of structural damage,which would constitute a health hazard. (i.e. termites, roof damage, foundation, beams, etc.) 5. Evidence of a broken water line or sewer line between the house and the water main. These examples are used as a guide and are not limited in their extent as the only items that can constitute an emergency repair situation. The Community Development Director, the Manager of Rehabilitation Services and the Rehabilitation Specialist will discuss individual situations as the need arises. EMERGENCY REPAIR PROGRAM SEQUENCE OF EVENTS The Community Development office will receive all applications and conduct all financial interviews. Inspectors from the City Building Inspections office or a Rehabilitation Specialist from the Community Development office will determine the extent of the emergency. As soon as the most feasible solution to the emergency is determined, a cost estimate will be prepared. The Community Development office will strive to obtain two bids from contractors qualified to do the work. However, since time is of the essence, and if the Community Development office is only able to obtain one bid or just an estimate rather than a bid, the file will be documented accordingly. If the homeowner has a preference regarding the contractor(s)bidding, that preference will be honored if that contractor(s) is qualified and is the lowest responsible bidder. If the low bid is acceptable, a contract will be prepared and signed. 2 City of Waterloo, Owner Occupied Emergency Repairs Program Upon completion of the work, a final inspection verifying that the work was perfoinied according to City standards will be made. Final inspection, lien waivers, contractor's bills and any other necessary documents will be required prior to final payment to the contractor. Final payment will be made only after authorization by the Community Development Board D. The beginning date for this project will be based upon receipt of Black Hawk Gaming Association funding. We project that the allocated funding will be utilized within 12 months of the project start date. The funding that we received this past year from the Black Hawk County Gaming Association was earmarked for projects starting in January, 2008 and the final amount of funds was earmarked for a project in July, 2008. E. The City of Waterloo currently has a total population of 68,971. Those served will be families who are classified as low to moderate income and earn less than 80% of the local median income. An example of those served would be a family of four receiving less than$46,100 per year or a family of two receiving less than$36,900 per year. F. The success of the project will be based on current housing data that reflects deteriorated, seriously deteriorated and dilapidated housing stock. Based on a survey conducted by the University of Northern Iowa, a sample of 4,924 houses was taken. Out of that sample it was estimated that Waterloo has 2,889 homes that are deteriorated, 849 are seriously deteriorated and 171 are dilapidated. To assist homeowners with emergency repairs, the following guidelines have been established for emergency grants: GUIDELINES FOR EMERGENCY GRANTS The applicant for an Emergency Grant must be the owner-occupant of the portion of the dwelling requiring repairs for one year. (The one-year requirement is waived for the target area.) The applicant must own the property or be making payments on a mortgage or land purchase contract, which is recorded at the county courthouse. The property must be a residential property within the City limits of Waterloo. All work must be performed by a contractor approved by the Community Development Office and have the required insurance, bonding and ability to do the required work. All necessary permits required by the City of Waterloo Building Department must be obtained by the contractor prior to the start of the work. Emergency grants will be approved for applicants whose gross household income from all sources is equal to or less than the income level for their family size according to the attached income limits schedule, using the 80% limits. Net assets other than their house and one car cannot exceed $50,000. Only one Emergency Grant per property will be approved. Emergency Grants will not be approved for items considered to be normal maintenance and shall not exceed$4,000.00 unless the homeowner is willing to pay the difference in cost. All work performed will be according to the City's Minimum Housing Standards. G. The primary, future source of revenue will be through Community Development Block Grant Funds. Past funding has targeted households that meet HUD's Low/Moderate Income Criteria, specifically those with incomes are less than 80% of the area's median income. Currently, The City of Waterloo has the only program available to assist low and moderate-income households with their rehabilitation needs. There are other agencies that provide some emergency repair assistance,but their funding is very limited. Most of our clients either do not have the resources to get home improvement loans, or they do not have the credit rating to qualify. Without the City of Waterloo's assistance, housing stock in Waterloo would continue to deteriorate causing slum and blighted conditions.Neighborhood property values would suffer as well as neighborhood pride. Homes deteriorated beyond a certain point would become candidates for demolition as renovation costs would exceed program limits, thus leaving vacant lots which can become dumping grounds further causing neighborhood and community wide deterioration. 3 City of Waterloo, Owner Occupied Emergency Repairs Program MISSION STATEMENT: Waterloo seeks to assist in the development of a viable community by providing decent housing and a suitable living environment principally for persons of low- and moderate income, and also assist in providing expanded economic development opportunities. Maximum priority is to be given to activities benefiting low- and moderate-income persons, or aiding in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight, or to meet other Community Development needs having a particular urgency. BOARD OF DIRECTORS: Waterloo City Council Mayor Tim Hurley Council Person Bob Greenwood Council Person Eric Gunderson Council Person Reggie Schmitt Council Person Carolyn Cole Council Person Harold Getty Council Person John Kincaid Council Person Ron Welper Community Development Board of Directors Eric Johnson, Chairman Rev. James Carstensen Elsie M. Duncan Wilfred"Mickye"Johnson Gary Rankin Bernard Stroh RECOGNITION: In appreciation for their funding, Black Hawk County Gaming Association and the Isle of Capri Casino will be recognized via local media, a formal acknowledgement and/or proclamation at the Waterloo City Council and Community Development Board levels, and recognition during Community Development Month held each April. 4 i '3 N