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R22-100 1 RESOLUTION R22-100 2 3 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, 4 ADOPTING THE CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH'S COMMUNITY 5 DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FIVE-YEAR CONSOLIDATED 6 PLAN FOR FY2022-2026, THE FIRST YEAR ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR 7 FY2022 AND AUTHORIaNG THE INTERIM CITY MANAGER'S 8 EXECUTION OF THE REQUIRED HUD FORMS AND CERTIFICATIONS; 9 AND PROVIDING AN EFFECTIVE DATE. 10 11 12 WHEREAS, the City of Boynton Beach ("City') is in its twenty-sixth year as a Federal 13 Entitlement Community under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 14 (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program; and 15 WHEREAS, pursuant to Federal regulations at 24 CFR Part 91 — Consolidated 16 Submissions for Community Planning and Development Programs, the City is required to 17 prepare a five-year Consolidated Plan (the "Plan") which must identify the City's housing and 18 community development needs, prioritize those needs since funding is limited, establish goals 19 and objectives for the funding based on the priorities, and develop a strategic plan for how 20 the funds will be used each year; and 21 WHEREAS, the Annual Action Plan is an application for funding for the CDBG 22 Program, which identifies activities that will be undertaken each program year of the five-year 23 Consolidated Plan; and 24 WHEREAS, approval of the Annual Year Action Plan will fund services to the 25 community that are eligible under the CDBG program and provided to our community by 26 various organizations; and 27 WHEREAS, the City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach deems it to be in the 28 best interest of the citizens and residents of the City adopt the City of Boynton Beach's 29 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Five-Year Consolidated Plan for FY 2022-2026 30 and the First Year Annual Action Plan for FY 2022 and authorizing the Interim City Manager's 31 execution of the required HUD forms and certifications. 32 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF 33 BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA, THAT: S:\CA\RESO\CDBG Five Year Consolidated-One Year Action Plan 2022-26-Reso.docx 1 34 Section 1. The foregoing "Whereas" clauses are hereby ratified and confirmed as 35 being true and correct and are hereby made a specific part of this Resolution upon adoption 36 hereof. 37 Section 2. The City Commission of the City of Boynton Beach, Florida does hereby 38 approve the adoption of the City of Boynton Beach's Community Development Block Grant 39 (CDBG) Five-Year Consolidated Plan for FY 2022-2026 and the First Year Annual Action Plan 40 for FY 2022. 41 Section 3. The Interim City Manager is authorized to sign the required HUD forms 42 and the certifications. 43 Section 4. This Resolution will become effective immediately upon passage. 44 PASSED AND ADOPTED this day of July, 2022. 45 46 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FLORIDA 47 48 YES NO 49 , 50 Mayor—Ty Penserga 51 52 Vice Mayor—Angela Cruz 53 54 Commissioner—Woodrow L. Hay 55 56 Commissioner—Thomas Turkin 57 ,,.. 58 Commissioner—Aimee Kelley 59 60 61 VOTE 62 63 ATTEST: 64 w. TG(V 65 i �•��VcAr •�� 66 67 May ee Jesus, MMC cs 1fi4 �p � 68 City Clrk 1 69 ®••®••�«•®«®®®• 70 FLO 71 (Corporate Seal) S:\CA\RESO\CDBG Five Year Consolidated-One Year Action Plan 2022-26-Reso.doex 2 II ETON CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENT DIVISION FY2022-2026 Consolidated Plan FY 2022 Annual Action Plan PREPARED FOR SUBMISSION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT August 15, 2022 Prepared for: The City of Boynton Beach Community Improvement Division THIS DOCUMENT CAN BE PROVIDED IN ALTERNATIVE FORMAT IF REQUESTED fX'f'l1H i;IN'1Y Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 1 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Table of Contents Executive Summary 5 ES-0S Executive Summary-24 CFR 91.200(c),91.220(b) 5 The Process 12 PR-05 Lead &Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b) 12 PR-10 Consultation—91.100,91.110,91.200(b),91.300(b),91.215(1)and 91.315(1) 13 PR-15 Citizen Participation—91.105,91.115,91.200(c)and 91.300(c) 26 Needs Assessment 29 NA-05 Overview 29 NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment-24 CFR 91.205(a, b,c) 31 NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems—91.205 (b)(2) 41 NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need:Severe Housing Problems—91.205 (b)(2) 45 NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens—91.205(b)(2) 49 NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion—91.205(b)(2) 50 NA-35 Public Housing—91.205(b) 51 NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment—91.205(c) 55 NA-45 Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment-91.205 (b,d) 60 NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs—91.215(f) 64 Housing Market Analysis 67 MA-OS Overview 67 MA-10 Number of Housing Units—91.210(a)&(b)(2) 69 MA-15 Housing Market Analysis:Cost of Housing-91.210(a) 72 MA-20 Housing Market Analysis:Condition of Housing—91.210(a) 74 MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing—91.210(b) 78 MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services—91.210(c) 80 MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services—91.210(d) 84 MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing—91.210(e) 86 Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 2 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets—91.215 (f) 88 MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion 94 MA-60 Broadband Needs of Housing occupied by Low-and Moderate-Income Households- 91.210(a)(4),91.310(a)(2) 96 MA-65 Hazard Mitigation-91.210(a)(5),91.310(a)(3) 97 Strategic Plan 99 SP-05 Overview 99 SP-10 Geographic Priorities—91.215 (a)(1) 101 SP-25 Priority Needs-91.215(a)(2) 102 SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions—91.215(b) 107 SP-35 Anticipated Resources-91.215(a)(4),91.220(c) (1,2) 108 SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure—91.215(k) 111 SP-45 Goals Summary-91.215(a)(4) 114 SP-50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement—91.215(c) 116 SP-55 Barriers to affordable housing—91.215(h) 117 SP-60 Homelessness Strategy—91.215(d) 120 SP-65 Lead based paint Hazards-91.215(i) 122 SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy—91.215(j) 123 SP-80 Monitoring—91.230 124 Expected Resources 125 AP-15 Expected Resources—91.220(c) (1,2) 125 Annual Goals and Objectives 128 AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives 128 Projects 130 AP-35 Projects—91.220(d) 130 AP-38 Project Summary 131 AP-50 Geographic Distribution—91.220(f) 135 Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 3 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Affordable Housing 136 AP-55 Affordable Housing—91.220(g) 136 AP-60 Public Housing—91.220(h) 137 AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities—91.220(i) 138 AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing—91.220(j) 141 AP-85 Other Actions—91.220(k) 145 Program Specific Requirements 147 Appendix A-Public Notices 148 Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 4 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Executive Summary ES-05 Executive Summary-24 CFR 91.200(c),91.220(b) 1. Introduction As an "entitlement" recipient of formula grant funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development(HUD),the City of Boynton Beach,FL is required to submit a Consolidated Plan under Federal Regulations at 24 CFR Part 91. The Consolidated Plan must be prepared every five years and must be updated annually, via the preparation of an Annual Action Plan for the use of the formula grant funds received from HUD. The formula grant program guided by the Consolidated Plan is the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). The purpose of the City's FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan is to assess its housing and community development needs; analyze its housing market; establish housing and community development priorities, goals, and strategies to address the identified needs; identify the resources to address them,and to stipulate how CDBG funds will be allocated to housing and community development activities. Available CDBG resources,as well as CDBG Program Income, received, will be combined with the private sector and other public sector funding to address the needs, and implement the strategies. The five-year period of the plan is from October 1,2022,through September 30,2026.The City of Boynton Beach is a participant in the Palm Beach County's Division of Human Services- Homeless and Housing Alliance (HHA). In addition to the Consolidated Plan, HUD requires that cities and states receiving CDBG funding take actions to"affirmatively further fair housing choice." The city is updating its Analysis of Impediments which will help to guide the housing strategies under the Plan. Based on actual funding allocated by HUD for FY 2022-2023, an estimated total of$2,736,035 in CDBG funds is available for the FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan. For FY 2022, the city will receive $547,207 in CDBG funding. The city received Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP)stimulus grants(NSP1, and NSP3). NSP funds are now expended; however, with the receipt of program income,these activities continue. In adherence to HUD regulations, the City will allocate at least 70% of its CDBG entitlement award to programs that directly benefit low-and moderate-income(LMI)individuals whose household incomes are at or below 80%of the AMI as determined by HUD and adjusted annually. Likewise,the City will set aside no more than 15%of its CDBG allocation for public services eligible under 24 CFR 570.201(e)and no more than 20%for planning and administrative activities. 2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Needs Assessment Overview All eligible CDBG-funded activities must comply with one of the following National Objectives per 24 CFR 570.208: • Primarily benefit low-and moderate-income persons • Prevent or eliminate slum or blight,or Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 5 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) • Meet other community development needs that have particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious threat to the health or welfare of the community and other financial resources are not available to meet such needs Below are the objectives and outcomes that the city has identified under the FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan. Actual activities and outcomes may vary each Annual Action Plan year and will be based on the Consolidated Plan and the amount of the City's annual allocation. OBJECTIVE 1 -Decent,Affordable Housing(DH). Activities designed to cover the wide range of housing activities(owner-occupied housing repairs,acquisition,and rehabilitation for homeownership or rental, financial assistance for homebuyers)eligible under the CDBG program.Outcome: Availability/Accessibility for the Purpose of Providing Decent Housing(DH-1) Performance Indicator: Households Assisted. OBJECTIVE 2 - Suitable Living Environment(SL). Activities designed to benefit communities, families, or individuals by addressing issues in their environment: Construction of public facilities for uses such as childcare, health care, homeless, the elderly, and persons with disabilities. Outcome: Availability or Accessibility for the Purpose of Creating Suitable Living Environments; Performance Indicator: No. of Projects that Ensure Access to a Suitable Living Environment: Installation/Improvement to infrastructure. No. of Persons Provided with New Access to Improvements. (SL-2); Performance Indicator: Number of Projects to Support non-housing Opportunities and Social services. Outcome:Affordability for the Purpose of Creating or sustaining Suitable Living Environments: Provision of public services to support education,youth, children,elders,counseling,capacity building, community empowerment, fair housing, housing (subject to 15% cap) (SL-3); Performance Indicator: Number of Persons Benefitting from New/Improved Environment. OBJECTIVE 3-Expanded Economic Opportunities (EO). This objective applies to economic development: E02.1 Assistance to microenterprises or small businesses. E02.2 Job creation or retention Outcome: Sustainability for the Purpose of Creating Economic Opportunities (EO-2); Performance Indicator: No. of Businesses Assisted., No.of Jobs created or retained 3. Evaluation of past performance As a recipient of CDBG funds,the City is required to submit at the end of each program year a Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Performance Report (CAPER). The CAPER summarizes the accomplishments of each program year and the progress made towards the Consolidated Plan goals. The previous 2017-2021 Consolidated Plan identified the following strategies and activities to meet its objectives: 1) Decent Housing—owner-occupied rehabilitation,and affordable homebuyer assistance. 2) Suitable Living Environment—supportive public services, and neighborhood revitalization. 3) Economic Opportunities—economic development including job creation or retention. The highest priorities were affordable housing,expansion of economic opportunities,and an increase in public services. The CAPERs for Fiscal Years 2017, 2018, 2019, and 2020 were reviewed to assess prior performance in formulating goals and objectives in this Plan. The city addressed the Decent/Affordable Housing and Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 6 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Homeless objective by owner-occupied housing rehabilitation including lead-based paint abatement,new construction, acquisition and rehabilitation for sale and homebuyer assistance through a Community Based Development Organization (CBDO). The City addressed the Suitable Living Environment objective by funding public services that assist seniors, youth, homeless persons, and address fair housing issues.The city addressed the Expanding Economic Opportunities goal by providing funding for visual improvements to business facades.The anticipated CDBG resources to address identified needs will limit the actual services that the city can offer. Estimates for the units of service were established for the Plan based on previous levels of funding from HUD, past performance, and historical allocations by the City Commission to activities annually. The evaluation of progress towards meetings goals are determined by a number of factors including the unit goals, amount of funds that are received in each Plan year,the allocations to each activity, per unit cost of each activity, and the completion pace. Several of these factors may be outside of the City's direct control. For example, low wages, higher housing prices, limited resources, and credit issues makes it difficult to fund homebuyer assistance. CDBG funds must be leveraged with other sources but still leaves a funding gap. The City's CAPERs for the past four years showed that of the five-year goals only 40%of the housing units were completed, 98% of the public services, 20% of homebuyers assisted, and 60% of businesses were completed up to FY 2020. The final year (2021-2022) report is not due until December 2022. HUD also uses the CDBG timeliness measure to determine CDBG performance.The entitlement rules for timeliness states that a grantee cannot have more than 1.5 times their current allocation unexpended in their line of credit sixty days prior to the program year end at the U.S. Treasury. The city did not meet its CDBG timeliness deadlines for FY 2021 due to the dislocation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. The city is committed to monitoring outcomes compared to objectives and evaluating their effectiveness in addressing community needs and reprogramming funding that is not being efficiently used, if needed.See below table with projected versus actuals outputs for four of the five years of the Consolidated Plan. As a residual effect of the COVID-19 pandemic,the city encountered numerous and unforeseeable delays in conducting many of the scheduled activities planned for Program Years 2020 and FY2021. These delays significantly affected housing activities due to scarcity of materials, labor challenges, community safety standards, and safe distancing precautions. Also, the city received two additional funding allocations through the Community Development Block Grant/COVID-19 appropriations by Congress which redirected staff resources toward meeting those emergency needs and reduced timelines to expend funds. During the first year of this new Consolidated Plan five-year period,the city will focus on completing those housing activities that were delayed during the prior two years and leverage its CDBG resources with those provided through the State Housing Initiatives Program (SHIP) to address the first-year priority housing needs reflected in the statistical analysis contained in the Plan. This will include$590,805 in CDBG funds from PY 's 2020 and 2021 and $1,229,651 in SHIP funds from PY's 2021 and 2022. Public services will continue to be funded at the same level as in past years. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 7 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Boynton Beach FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan CAPER Previous Accomplishments FY 2017-2020 Housing Public Services Homebuyer Businesses Jobs Public Facilities (units) (people) (Households) (persons) Actual Totals 10 7325 10 3 Projected Totals 25 7,500 50 5 10 Completion Rate 40% 98% 20% 60% 0% All CDBG funds were used to address the activities determined as high priority in the City's FY 2017-2021 Consolidated plan including single family housing rehabilitation, homeownership housing, public services, and planning and administration. The city addressed the non-housing needs of its low/moderate income residents with the assistance of its social service agencies who provided services to low-to-moderate- income individuals and households. 4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process The City's Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) was amended and adopted in June 2020 to incorporate virtual meetings due to social distancing requirements, and the use of waivers to meet the CARES Act allocation of supplemental CDBG funds to prepare, prevent, and respond to COVID-19 pandemic. Program activities are considered and approved based on public participation, input from non-profit partners, City Department staff and boards,City Commission goals,community resident input, and supporting data that identifies urgent community needs. Residents, especially those who are low-income, likely to be beneficiaries of federal CDBG funding are encouraged to participate in the development of the Consolidated Plan, its substantial amendments,and the CAPER.The city used numerous strategies to elicit public comments including: • Held two public meetings on March 2 and April 13, 2022, for the public. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, public meetings were held onsite and virtually. There were eight participants in attendance at both meetings. • Published information ads in a local newspaper of general circulation. See attached notices and proof of publications. Posted Consolidated Plan information on the City's social media. • Sent "email blasts"from the City's list and a notice in the City's quarterly community newsletter. • Published two online housing and community development surveys from 4/15/2022 to 6/30/2022 that were completed by the public and service provider agencies identifying current levels of services and future needs which were used, along with other data, to determine goals and priorities. Eight (8)agencies and eight (8) residents/community members completed the surveys. • Posted public information on the Consolidated Plan using the City's website. See the following link: City of Boynton Beach I CDBG Public Participation Web Page • Reviewed City planning documents and organizational websites including studies and reports. • Soliciting input from City of Boynton Planning and Economic Development Departments and the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) along with non-profit organizations. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 8 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) • Published draft FY2022-2026 Consolidated Plan for a 30-day period from 06/20 to 07/19/2022 with printed copies placed at the City's main library and City Hall and a PDF copy on the City's website. • Public Hearing and review and approval of the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan at the Boynton Beach City Commission meeting held on July 19, 2022. 44 persons participated. • Acknowledged written comments received during the public comment period in writing. 5. Summary of public comments Below is a summary of the input received from the public input process. A more detailed analysis is provided as an attachment to the Plan. The intent of the public participation was to assist the City in identifying key needs and priorities related to affordable housing, public services, homelessness,and non- homeless community development issues. Public input from the public meetings, comment period, and online needs survey results identified housing and community development needs. The results of previous community surveys for American Rescue Plan Act funding (ARPA) to determine community needs were also incorporated into the community needs assessment. The census data along with the community input determined and ranked housing and community development priorities: • High priority need activities were defined as those that the City is encouraged to use federal funds through this plan to address unmet needs. Activities selected as high need in the needs assessment were as follows: Homeownership Housing including Owner Occupied Rehab and purchasing houses, Infrastructure for housing development, Public Services, job training, employment services, Owner-occupied housing rehabilitation and emergency home repair. • Low priority need activities were defined as those for which there are other funds available to fund these activities or there are other higher priority needs in the community. 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them There were no comments or views that were not accepted or considered unacceptable by City staff. 7. Summary The City's FY 2022-2026 Plan outlines the City's housing, and community development needs. To carry out the plans, the City developed a comprehensive and coordinated strategy for implementation of the CDBG funded programs with leveraged funds from other sources. The first year Annual Action Plan for FY 2022-2023 is based on the City's actual allocation of federal grants funds from HUD. No comments were received on the draft FY2022-2026 Consolidated Plan and the FY2022-2023 Annual Action Plan when submitted for public comment during the 30-day comment period. The city used a variety of strategies to solicit public input including virtual public meetings, the City's website, social media, online agency, and community surveys, and a 30-day comment period. The City's Consolidated Plan objectives are to provide decent, affordable housing, create a suitable living environment, and create expanded economic opportunities. The related outcomes are availability, Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 9 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) accessibility, and sustainability. Performance indicators are households assisted, decent and affordable housing, number of projects, and number of jobs created. The highest priorities for FY 2022-2026 were elimination of substandard housing, expansion of economic opportunities, public services, homeownership assistance,and rental housing.While these are the overall priority needs, circumstances in the community such as the current COVID-19 pandemic will impact the ways funds are allocated to high priorities. Needs are assigned a "high" or "low" priority based on relative preference. High needs are those where federal grants are used to address unmet needs and "low" needs are those to be funded from other resources and other agencies. Priorities are also based on whether the activity is the highest and best use of federal funds. Focusing funds for impact rather than spreading funds "thinly" is encouraged. Participants identified and ranked the housing and community development needs through the surveys. Data sources such as HUD, the Census Bureau, 2011-2015 American Community Survey (ACS), and the Housing and Climate Elements of the Comprehensive Plan were used to assess the City's demographic, housing, and economic conditions.The results were used to confirm the anecdotal survey data. Some of the Boynton Beach conditions that impacted the allocation of funds: • Forty percent of all County residents were housing cost burdened (paying more than 30 percent of income for housing expense). • The city has an older housing stock with 42 percent of houses built before 1980. Median home values in Boynton Beach increased by 50.8 percent over two years and in 2021, 40 percent of houses sold above listing prices. Cases of sudden rent hikes have also increased with some as much as 65 percent and other cities are grappling with ways to protect residents from LMI persons being taken advantage of by landlords. • In the City, 62 percent of renters and 29 percent of owners have at least one housing problem such as overcrowding and cost burden. • Median household income of$50,561 for a family of four and a median sales price of$229,100 for single family houses and a median monthly rent of over $1,500 results in limited affordable housing and affordability gaps. • A growing senior population with 21 percent of the overall population being persons aged 6S+ some with a disability and fixed incomes, many of them homeowners, results in need for owner- occupied rehabilitation and services for the elderly. In Palm Beach County, 12 percent of the homeless population are elderly persons. FY 2022-2023 Allocation and Proposed Activities-The City has been advised by HUD that it was allocated $547,207 in CDBG funds for FY 2022-2023. The table below shows the funding allocations for FY 2022- 2023 Annual Action Plan. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 10 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) City of Boynton Beach FY 2022-2023 Federal and State Funding Allocations No. Eligible Activities Funding HUD Limits Allocation 1 CDBG Program Administration (no more than 20%) $109,441 No more than 20% 2 SHIP Affordable Housing Program $775,874 3 CDBG Public Services—Community Based Non-profits $80,000 No more than 15% 4 CDBG Housing Activities $115,965 5 CDBG Public Facilities and Improvements $241,801 CDBG Total Uses $547,207 CDBG Entitlement Funding $547,207 Recaptured from CDBG Housing Rehab Program $ 0 CDBG Total Sources $547,207 Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 11 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) The Process PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b) 1. Describe the agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for the administration of each grant program and funding source. Agency Role Name Department/Agency CDBG Administrator BOYNTON BEACH Department of Financial Services/Community Improvement Division Table 1—Responsible Agencies Narrative The City of Boynton Beach's Financial Services Department is the lead agency responsible for the development of the Consolidated Plan, and the implementation of the housing and community development programs that are associated with the Plan. The Department is also responsible for administering local, state, and federal funds designated for housing and social services. Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information The Administrator for the CDBG program is: RJ Ramirez, Manager, Community Improvement Division Financial Services Department 100 E. Ocean Avenue Boynton Beach, FL 33435 Telephone: 561-742-6359, Email: ramirezr@bbfl.us Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 12 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) PR-10 Consultation—91.100, 91.110, 91.200(b), 91.300(b), 91.215(1) and 91.315(1) 1. Introduction As part of the Consolidated Plan development process, federal regulations (24 CFR 91.200(b), 91.215(i)) include the requirement that a jurisdiction consults extensively with community service providers, other jurisdictions,and other entities with a potential interest in or knowledge of that jurisdiction's housing and non-housing community development issues. The city developed the Consolidated Plan through analysis of demographic data, consultation with community groups and concerned citizens, meetings with individual contacts, consultation with public and private agencies, and discussions with other governmental agencies. Representatives of the agencies either attended meetings or were contacted individually for input. Individuals and organizations were invited to attend stakeholder meetings and public meetings and to respond to an online survey. This provided every stakeholder, interested party, or resident with the opportunity to reach out and provide feedback. At each meeting, attendees were encouraged to participate, provide input, and make recommendations. The online survey also provided an opportunity for suggestions and recommendations on the Five-Year Consolidated Plan and the One-Year Action Plan. Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health, and service agencies (91.215(1)). The City of Boynton Beach Department of Financial Services, through its Community Improvement Division,will continue implementing activities such as educational training and on-site technical assistance to enhance coordination efforts with public and private housing and supportive housing providers. This coordination will ensure the successful implementation of federally funded activities and the achievement of the goals and objectives set forth in the Consolidated Plan. The City works with two local non-profit housing providers, one a local Habitat for Humanity affiliate and the other a community development corporation that was designated as a community-based development organization (CBDO) to carry out a special activity by a CBDO in a low-to-moderate-income (LMI)area referred to as the Heart of Boynton. The city donates vacant lots to both organizations to build affordable single-family houses for sale to LMI households with incomes at or below 80%of AMI. The City does not have a public housing authority or any public housing units. However, the Palm Beach County and Delray Beach public housing authorities provide portable Housing Choice Vouchers that may be used in the City.The city also collaborates with the Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA)on housing and economic development activities.Specifically,the Boynton Beach CRA also provides vacant lots to housing providers and assembles land, and issues requests for proposals to developers for mixed-income and mixed-use real estate development projects that serve LMI households. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 13 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families,families with children,veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness The City does not receive federal funds directly to prevent homelessness. Residents who become homeless or are at risk of being homeless are eligible for emergency, transitional, rapid rehousing, permanent housing, and homeless prevention services through the County. The City of Boynton Beach will continue to work closely with Palm Beach County's Division of Human Services-Homeless and Housing Alliance (HHA) to help identify housing and services available for people who are homeless. The HHA aligns all activities and decisions with Leading the Way Home Polm Beach County, the County's adopted plan to end homelessness. The HHA membership includes interested citizens,formerly homeless persons, non-profit organizations, service providers, law enforcement, and faith-based agencies, governmental entities, educational organizations, and various civic groups. The HHA coordinates applications for funding under HUD's Continuum of Care(CoC) program and the State-funded Challenge grant program to ensure member efforts are effectively targeted and non-duplicative. The city will continue to maintain its presence as a member of the Palm Beach County Homeless Advisory Board to ensure the needs of homeless residents within the city are considered in providing homeless services in the region. Homeless services available in Palm Beach County include meals, housing,clothing, showers, medical care, mental health services, and various forms of housing. Assistance through emergency financial assistance, self-sufficiency programs, drug and alcohol intervention and treatment, and other general homeless services are also available. Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards and evaluate outcomes, and develop funding, policies, and procedures for the administration of HMIS The Palm Beach County Continuum of Care is the countywide strategy (inclusive of Boynton Beach) for meeting the needs of individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The Continuum of Care known as the Homeless and Housing Alliance of Palm Beach County (HHA) is responsible for developing the homeless delivery system strategy based on information provided by the Continuum of Care members. The HHA Executive Committee serves as the decision-making body responsible for planning evaluation and coordination of HEARTH CoC resources and other relevant homeless funding. The Executive Committee is responsible for managing community planning, coordination, and evaluation to ensure that the system of homeless services and housing rapidly end people's homelessness permanently. The Committee consists of community-based representatives from government, business, formerly homeless individuals, law enforcement, banking, housing, service providers, faith groups, education,veterans, and health care. The HHA collaborates with community task forces to make sure crucial data is included in the Continuum planning process. The Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County is responsible for developing the Continuum of Care strategy based on information provided by the Continuum of Care Planning Committee.The Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County's Board of Directors is a community-based Board with representatives from government,business,formerly Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 14 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) homeless individuals, law enforcement, banking, housing, service providers, faith groups, education, veterans, and health care. Although the City does not administer ESG funding, it supports efforts to house and provide support services to the homeless through the Continuum of Care. The Continuum of Care system begins with the Homeless Management Information System or HMIS. Homeless Individuals are navigated through the system either by telephone or through direct contact during Outreach efforts. The Continuum of Care Point-In-Time count is conducted to identify the number of homeless individuals and families in the county. It also serves to measure the needs of the homeless as well as provide direction for future development of housing and services. 2. Describe Agencies,groups, organizations, and others who participated in the process and describe the jurisdiction's consultations with housing, social service agencies, and other entities Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and related social distancing and work-from-home procedures, the City consulted with agencies, groups, and organizations through an online survey, review of agency websites, and invitations to public meetings. The lead agency consulted with the Boynton Beach CRA,the Planning Department, and the Economic Development Department of the City and has ongoing consultations with agencies through monthly reports, monitoring, and program implementation. The Palm Beach County Five-Year Consolidated Plan was also reviewed to determine areas for collaboration. Surveys: An online agency survey of housing and community development needs was sent to over 70 agencies that are located in Boynton Beach or serving its residents. The online agency survey was open for a month and a link was posted on the City's website. The agencies included social services, housing providers,those serving youth,and faith-based organizations.The survey sought to identify current levels of services and barriers to delivering services. Housing and community services were limited by the pandemic, but the crisis generated several new needs. For example, business closures and resulting job losses exacerbated the already high costs of both rental and homeownership housing. Agency representatives were asked to rank activities within the major housing and community development categories. The survey participants' rankings were paired with needs assessment data and the housing market analysis data to provide a final rating of "High" or "Low" need based both on data, community feedback, and what the city can realistically accomplish. The city also invited agencies to two public meetings held to review the Consolidated Plan requirements and provide input on the Plan. The City began accepting CDBG applications from eligible non-profit organizations for funding Public Services activities on April 14, 2022,for FY 2022-2023. Applications were available online and submitted by May 20, 2022. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 15 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Table 2—Agencies, groups, organizations who participated 1 Agency/Group/Organization HOMELESS COALITION OF PALM BEACH COUNTY, INC. Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services - Housing Services-Elderly Persons Services-Persons with Disabilities Services-Persons with HIV/AIDS Services-homeless Services-Health Other government - County What section of the Plan was addressed Housing Need Assessment by Consultation? Homelessness Strategy Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs -Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Market Analysis How was the City staff maintain regular contact with the Agency/Group/Organization consulted coalition throughout the year and include and what are the anticipated outcomes them in all discussions related to homeless of the consultation or areas for services. The expected outcome will be a improved coordination? referral source for homeless individuals and families, and further collaboration on strategies to provide housing for homeless individuals and families. 2 Agency/Group/Organization The Boynton Beach Faith-Based Community Development Corporation (BBFBCDC) Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services - Housing Neighborhood Organization Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 16 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed Housing Need Assessment by Consultation? Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth How was the An interview was conducted with agency Agency/Group/Organization consulted staff. The BBFBCDC is a Community Housing and what are the anticipated outcomes and Development Organization situated of the consultation or areas for within the CDBG target area. They are a sub- improved coordination? grantee with a history of providing affordable housing for LMI individuals and families. However, the high cost of land and housing construction in the city and County will severely limit their ability to serve residents. 3 Agency/Group/Organization Legal Aid Society of Palm Beach County, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Service-Fair Housing Services - Victims What section of the Plan was addressed Fair Housing by Consultation? How was the Issued an online survey and reviewed the Agency/Group/Organization consulted agency's website. The Legal Aid Society met and what are the anticipated outcomes with Community Improvement staff and the of the consultation or areas for City's CDBG sub-grantees for purposes of improved coordination? training and disseminating information regarding Fair Housing rules and regulations. Further discussions were had regarding unfair housing practices that result in homelessness. This partnership will result in decreased unfair housing practices. 4 Agency/Group/Organization Pathways to Prosperity Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Education What section of the Plan was addressed Anti-poverty Strategy by Consultation? Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 17 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) How was the Issued an online survey and reviewed the Agency/Group/Organization consulted agency's website. The agency is a sub- and what are the anticipated outcomes grantee operating within the CDBG target of the consultation or areas for area which provides education, financial improved coordination? literacy, job skills, and self-motivation. A holistic approach to self-sufficiency teaching low-income, public housing resident skills to become more financially independent. There is an ongoing collaboration with city staff, and it is anticipated that some of these families will become homeowners. 5 Agency/Group/Organization Delray Beach Housing Authority Agency/Group/Organization Type PHA What section of the Plan was addressed Public Housing Needs by Consultation? How was the Issued an online survey and reviewed the Agency/Group/Organization consulted agency's website. Anticipated outcomes are and what are the anticipated outcomes to assist as many tenants as possible in of the consultation or areas for becoming homeowners. To make them improved coordination? aware of any job training or job opportunities as they develop. To refer them to any social services available to them. 6 Agency/Group/Organization Homeless and Housing Alliance of Palm Beach County Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless What section of the Plan was addressed Homelessness Strategy by Consultation? Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 18 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) How was the Through its participation on the Housing Agency/Group/Organization consulted Advisory Board, the city is in regular and what are the anticipated outcomes communication with the Homeless and of the consultation or areas for Housing Alliance regarding the development improved coordination? of homeless prevention strategies throughout the county and the delivery of CoC funding to local agencies. It is anticipated that this coordination will result in a more seamless approach to ending homelessness and ensure effective targeting of limited resources. 7 Agency/Group/Organization ARC of Palm Beach County Agency/Group/Organization Type Services— Persons with Disabilities What section of the Plan was addressed Non-Homeless Special Needs by Consultation? How was the Issued an online survey and reviewed the Agency/Group/Organization consulted agency's website to assess the needs of and what are the anticipated outcomes people with disabilities in the community and of the consultation or areas for identify gaps in needed services. It is improved coordination? anticipated that this consultation will result in better targeting of CDBG public service funding to these vulnerable residents. 8 Agency/Group/Organization Career Source of the Palm Beaches Agency/Group/Organization Type Job Training—Career Development What section of the Plan was addressed Non-Housing Community Development by Consultation? Needs How was the Issued an online survey and reviewed the Agency/Group/Organization consulted agency's website to assess the job training and what are the anticipated outcomes and placement needs of low-income of the consultation or areas for individuals in the community. It is improved coordination? anticipated that this consultation will result in potential CDBG funding for economic opportunities if the agency applies for funding. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 19 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 9 Agency/Group/Organization Feeding South Florida Agency/Group/Organization Type Emergency Food Assistance/ Food Bank What section of the Plan was addressed Public Services by Consultation? How was the Issued an online survey and reviewed the Agency/Group/Organization consulted agency's website to determine the causes and and what are the anticipated outcomes levels of hunger in the city. As a CDBG-CV sub- of the consultation or areas for grantee, city staff was in contact with the improved coordination? agency.This consultation will result in a better understanding of the need for food assistance and how city resources can be used to assist. 10 Agency/Group/Organization Habitat for Humanity of South Palm Beach County Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Rehab/ Housing Development What section of the Plan was addressed Housing Needs Assessment by Consultation? How was the Issued an online survey and reviewed the Agency/Group/Organization consulted agency's website to gain an understanding of and what are the anticipated outcomes the need for homebuyer assistance, and of the consultation or areas for housing development for LMI city residents. improved coordination? Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 20 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Table 2—Agencies,groups, organizations who participated Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting Publicly funded institutions and systems of care discharging persons into homelessness were not consulted because the City does not see evidence of a significant homeless population in the City. These institutions and systems of care are addressed through the Palm Beach County CofC with referrals from the City. Consultations are included in Palm Beach County's Consolidated Plan. Business and Civic leaders were not directly consulted but discussions regarding homelessness were addressed with the Boynton Beach CRA staff and from a review of meeting minutes of the CRA. Adjacent units of general local government were not consulted directly on the Plan, but the City through its Comprehensive Plan amendment has included policies addressing regional issues (housing,transportation,and sustainability)and encouraging collaboration between the City and other agencies.The City also has inter-local agreements with Palm Beach School Board for school concurrency. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 21 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 1 Agency/Group/Organization FAU Center for Autism and Related Disabilities Population Served Individuals with Autism What section the Service Provider—Persons with Disabilities community was represented by Consultation during the planning process? 2 Agency/Group/Organization Connect to Greatness, Inc. Population Served African American boys and their families What section the Advocacy Organization community was represented Service Provider—Children by Consultation during the Service Provider—Youth Services planning process? 3 Agency/Group/Organization Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County Population Served Low-and Middle-Income children, youth and families What section the Service Provider—Youth Services community was represented Service Provider—Employment Training by Consultation during the Service Provider-Children planning process? 4 Agency/Group/Organization Alzheimer's Community Care Population Served Persons with Alzheimer's disease and other neurocognitive disorders What section the Advocacy Organization community was represented Service Provider—the Elderly by Consultation during the Service Provider—Persons with Disabilities planning process? Service Provider—Mental Health Health Care Agency Service Providers—Persons with Neurocognitive Disorders 5 Agency/Group/Organization Boynton Beach Faith-Based CDC, Inc. Population Served Boynton Beach households Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 22 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) What section the Advocacy Organization community was represented Service Provider—Children by Consultation during the Housing Provider—Rental Housing planning process? Housing Provider— Homeownership Housing Provider— Homeowner Occupied Rehabilitation Service Provider—Persons with HIV/AIDS Service Provider—Homeless Prevention Service Provider—Mental Health 6 Agency/Group/Organization Christ Fellowship Church—Boynton Beach Population Served Boynton Beach households What section the Other- community was represented Faith development by Consultation during the Rent/Bills/Food assistance planning process? Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Table 3—Other local / regional /federal planning efforts Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 23 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? City of Boynton Beach Racial Prepared by Florida Identification of older housing stock; need for and Social Equity International homeownership opportunities; Community Needs University for the City Assessment 2021 of Boynton Beach Boynton Beach State of the City of Boynton Beach Underdeveloped downtown economic Economy—City of Boynton development; lagging job growth; significant Beach Economic income disparity Development Plan 2022 Leveraging Equity to Attract Prepared by Florida Job training needed for high demand jobs; and Retain Talent—An International support at-risk students through Economic Development University for the City mentorship/internship/apprenticeship;support Perspective 2022 of Boynton Beach first-time homebuyer programs and direct aid to renters; provide incentives for affordable housing; support resources for renovations and maintenance of older homes; consider land banking; increase access to wrap-around services and food security to under-resourced neighborhoods City of Boynton Beach City of Boynton Beach Housing affordability as a key factor; need for Housing Assessment Study rezoning and redevelopment of existing uses to 2022 create new housing; demand for housing exceeds supply Boynton Beach Community Boynton Beach CRA Need for land use and zoning changes; increased Redevelopment Plan 2016 population and housing demand; older housing stock; low rates of homeownership Describe cooperation and coordination with other public entities, including the State and any adjacent units of general local government, in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan (91.215(1)) The City also receives State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program funding from the State of Florida Housing Finance Corporation to provide affordable housing for very low, low, and moderate- income households.The City will receive funds through its Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP).The SHIP Program encourages the development of local housing partnerships between the City, lenders, real estate professionals, and advocates. The City works with and receives technical assistance from the Florida Housing Coalition. According to the organization's website,the Coalition "is a nonprofit, statewide membership organization whose mission is to bring together housing advocates and resources so that all Floridians have a quality affordable home and suitable living environment." The Florida Housing Finance Corporation administers the SHIP program. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 24 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) City staff regularly consults with Palm Beach County Department of Housing and Economic Sustainability, the City of Delray Beach Community Improvement Division, the City of Boca Raton, and the City of West Palm Beach to discuss and assess housing trends and any other housing and development issues. Staff studied the City's own Housing needs assessment as well as the City's Climate Action Plan and other relevant city planning reports. Additionally, the city routinely coordinates with the State of Florida in implementing the SHIP program and other state-funded programs. Narrative (optional): See above. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 25 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) PR-15 Citizen Participation—91.105, 91.115, 91.200(c) and 91.300(c) 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize the citizen participation process and how it impacted goal setting The City of Boynton Beach is engaged in ongoing activities to involve citizens and stakeholders in the Consolidated Planning process. In an effort to increase Citizen Participation among the public, private, and nonprofit organizations that deliver housing,social services,and community/economic development within the city,two Stakeholder meetings were held in person and virtually. In addition,an online Citizens Survey and Agency Survey was posted on the City's website. Public Notices: Public notices were published regarding the Consolidated Plan in the Palm Beach Post, a newspaper of general publication, and the City's website. The first public notice was published on February 24, 2022, notifying the public about the Plan, the process, the survey links, and the meetings. The second public notice was published on April 20,2022, notifying the public about the Plan,the process, the survey links, and the meetings. The third notice was published on June 21, 2022, notifying the public about the 30-day comment period of the draft of the Consolidated Plan. See attached proof of publications and the following link to the City's website: City of Boynton Beach I CDBG Public Notice - FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan & FY 2022 Annual Action Plan (boynton-beach.org) Public Meetings: A public meeting was held in person and virtually on March 2, 2022, and 5 members of the public were in attendance. The city reviewed the consolidated planning process, the Five-Year Consolidated Plan, the Annual Action Plan, the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, and citizen participation. Attendees were encouraged to participate in the community survey to determine priorities. Questions and comments were made regarding rising housing costs in the city and Palm Beach County, related property tax increases, unaffordable rents, bilingual survey availability, the differences between CDBG and SHIP funding, and CDBG national objectives and eligible activities. A public meeting was held in person and virtually on April 13, 2022, and 6 members of the public were in attendance. The city reviewed the consolidated planning process, the Five-Year Consolidated Plan, the Annual Action Plan, the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, citizen participation, and the Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFA) for CDBG Public Services applications. Questions and comments were made regarding how to apply for the CDBG funding, CDBG national objectives,eligible activities,administrative costs of CDBG,the need for affordable housing, multi-family housing, and neighborhood revitalization. Through agency interviews, it was noted that landlords were escalating rents to force tenants out and not accepting Section 8 certificates because it limited them from charging more than market rates. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 26 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/20211 The Consolidated Plan was submitted for City Commission approval on July 19, 2022, and residents were given the opportunity to comment on the plan at this open public hearing. No comments were received regarding the FY2022-2026 Consolidated Plan and FY2022 Annual Action Plan at this hearing. Survey: An online community stakeholder/resident survey was posted for 30-days with a link on the City's website City of Boynton Beach I City Seeking Input on CDBG Program (boynton-beach.org). The survey requested information on housing and community development needs. As part of the survey, Community members were asked to rank activities within the major housing and community development categories. The community survey results were paired with needs assessment data and housing market analysis data to provide a rating based both on citizen perceptions, the data, and what the city can realistically accomplish. 30-day comment period —The draft Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan was made available on the City's website, at City Hall, and the Public Library for 30 days to solicit public comment from June 20, 2022, to July 19, 2022. No comments were received regarding the FY2022-2026 Consolidated Plan and FY2022 Annual Action Plan during the 30-day comment period. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 27 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Citizen Participation Outreach Sort Mode of Target of Summary of Summary of Summary of comments URL(If Order Outreach Outreach response/ comments not accepted applicab attendance received and reasons le) Two public Non-English Participants noted Speaking-Specify the need for Meetings (4 persons All comments were 1 other language: affordable housing March 2,and April Spanish&Creole attended) and had general accepted. 13,2022 Broad community process questions. Newspaper Ad— No response was No response was 2 Public notices and Non-targeted/broad received from the received from the Not applicable plan summary community published notices published notices and and plan summary. plan summary. Internet Outreach No comments were Public notices, Non-targeted/broad received based on a 3 survey links,and community Not applicable notices and plan Not applicable plan summary on summary on the the City's website. City's website. Public Hearing— About 44 persons attended the July 19,2022—City Non-targeted/broad No public comments 4 meeting which Not applicable Council approval of community were received. allowed comments Con Plan and AAP on the Plan City Hall and Library Posting of draft Plan for 30- 5 day comment Non-targeted/broad 0 comments were No public comments Not applicable period from June community received. were received. 20 to July 19,2022 Surveys links on Non-targeted/broad 16 survey Priority needs— All comments were 6 City website and community responses housing and jobs accepted. resident newsletter Table 4—Citizen Participation Outreach Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 28 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Needs Assessment NA-05 Overview Needs Assessment Overview This section introduces the key points of the Needs Assessment in the areas of affordable housing, homelessness, special needs housing, public housing, disproportionate housing needs, and non-housing community development. The analysis seeks to understand the specific household characteristics and needs for different household types such as small, large,elderly,and persons with disabilities.Since CDBG grant program eligibility is based on specific household income classifications, household income is an important aspect of the analysis. Household incomes are classified as follows: extremely low-income -at or below 30 percent of Area Median Income(AMI);very low-income-between 31 and 50 percent of AMI; and moderate-income- between 51 and 80 percent of AMI. Housing Needs Assessment: The city's residents experience several types of housing problems: supply, demand, and affordability; substandard housing (lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities); overcrowding and severe overcrowding; cost burden, and severe cost burden (spending more than 30% or 50% of income on housing costs); and zero or negative income. Housing affordability and cost burden are the two most common housing problems for residents of the city. There is a significant need for affordable housing for renters and owners,especially for the very and extremely low-income households. Disproportionately Greater Need:A disproportionately greater need exists when the members of a racial or ethnic group at a specific income level experience housing problems at a greater rate (10% or more) than the income level. The 2011-2015 CHAS data shows that Black/African Americans experience the highest rate of at least one housing problem in all income categories, followed by Whites and then Asian households. A household experiences a cost burden when its housing expenses exceed 30% of gross household income and a severe cost burden when such expenses exceed 50%of gross household income. Cost burden makes for housing instability, increasing the likelihood of eviction or foreclosure, particularly for severely-cost burdened households. Black households have the highest incidence of cost burden. Public Housing: The City does not have an active public housing agency. The public housing needs of Boynton Beach residents are met by the Palm Beach County and Delray Beach Housing Authorities through the administration of the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. Homeless Needs Assessment: According to the Florida Coalition for the Homeless, the major cause of homelessness is the lack of affordable housing. The 2020 PIT survey for Palm Beach County conducted on January 24, 2020, identified 1,510 homeless persons on the day of the count (480 in shelter and 1,030 unsheltered). District 3, which contains the City of Boynton Beach, had the second-highest number of unsheltered homeless (230 or 22%) on the day of the count. Any persons that become homeless in the City are referred to homeless providers that are part of the local CofC. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 29 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment: The City of Boynton Beach has identified the non-homeless special needs population as elderly persons, persons with disabilities, persons with alcohol or other drug addictions,persons with HIV/AIDS,and their families,and victims of domestic violence.The city addresses the vast needs of these groups by utilizing CDBG funding to support agencies that provide services that address the needs of the population. Non-Housing Community Development Needs:Based on public input received and data from Palm Beach County needs assessments,the city has the following non-housing community development needs: • Public Services include services for the elderly,children and youth, homeless prevention, persons with disabilities, mental health, and education. • Public facilities for special needs populations including group homes, shelters for the homeless and victims of domestic violence,and persons with HIV/AIDS. • Services for persons released from incarceration and being assimilated into their communities. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 30 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment-24 CFR 91.205 (a, b,c) Summary of Housing Needs Demographics Base Year: 2009 Most Recent Year: 2017 %Change Population 68,041 74,485 9% Households 29,134 29,230 0% Median Income $45,287.00 $50,561.00 12% Table 5- Housing Needs Assessment Demographics Data 2000 Census(Base Year), 2013-2017 ACS (Most Recent Year) Source: The HUD-provided data shows that between 2009 and 2017,the total population of the City of Boynton Beach increased 9% from 74,485 to 68,041. According to the American Community Survey (ACS), the 2020 population of Boynton Beach is estimated to be 78,060, a 15% increase since 2009. As of the 2020 ACS, the racial composition was 58.7% White; 31.5% Black; 2.4% Asian; and 5.5% two or more races. Seventeen percent (16.9%)are of Hispanic or Latino origin. Native-born U.S. citizens constitute 74.3%of the population. The balance of the population is divided between foreign-born naturalized citizens (14.1%) and non-citizen residents (11.6%). Seventy-five percent of adults have a high school diploma or better,and 16% have a 4-year university degree or higher level of education. Per the 2013-2017 American Community Survey,the total number of households in the Boynton Beach is 29,230 with an average size of 2.52 persons. Households with at least one member 60 years or older are the most prevalent-43.7%of all households. There are 23.4%of households with at least one child less than 18 years. Among these households with minor children,56.9%are family households and 43.1%are non-family households. Boynton Beach median income for a household of four persons increased from$45,287 in 2009 to$50,561 in 2019,an increase of 11.6%.The poverty rate among families with children less than 18 years of age is 15.7%,and the poverty rate among elderly over 65 years of age is 8.8%. In 2019,43.1%of all households in the City had annual income less than $50,000; 35.8% had income between $50,000 and $99,999; and 21.2%had income over$100,000. Household tenure in Boynton Beach for 2019 is 58.7%owners(44,650) and 41.3% renters (31,456). Number of Households Table 0-30% >30-50% >50-80% >80-100% >100% HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI Total Households 3,910 4,350 5,380 3,615 11,975 Small Family Households 1,105 1,210 1,700 1,125 4,895 Large Family Households 165 465 315 , 330 505 Household contains at least one person 62-74 years of age 800 945 1,015 625 2,640 Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 31 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 0-30% >30-50% >50-80% >80-100% >100% HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI HAMFI Household contains at least one- person age 75 or older 1,160 1,350 1,250 680 1,260 Households with one or more children 6 years old or younger 415 705 495 555 1,230 Table 6-Total Households Table Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: Per the 2013-2017 CHAS data, there are 29,230 households in the City of Boynton Beach. Applying the rates of tenure from the 2019 ACS yields an estimated 17,158 owners(58.7%)and 12,072 renters (41.3%). Out of all households, 59%have incomes below Area Median Income. Small family households represent 34.3%of all households,and large family households represent 6.1%. Forty percent of all households have at least one-person age 62 or older, and among these 66.7% have incomes below Area Median Income. Households with young children (6 years or less) are less prevalent (11.6% of all households) and have a lower incidence below AMI (63.8%are below Area Median Income). Housing Needs Summary Tables Housing problems data contained within this section is provided by HUD's Community Housing Affordability Study(CHAS). Housing problems are: • Substandard Housing— households without hot and cold piped water, a flush toilet, a bathtub or shower; or with kitchen facilities that lack a sink with piped water, a stove or range, or a refrigerator. • Severely Overcrowded — households housing more than 1.51. persons per room excluding bathrooms, porches,foyers, halls,or half-rooms. • Overcrowded—households housing 1.01 to 1.5 persons per room excluding bathrooms, porches, foyers, halls, or half-rooms. • Severe Cost Burden (>50%)—the fraction of the household's total gross income spent on housing costs exceeds 50%. For renters, housing costs include rent plus utilities. For owners, housing costs include mortgage payment, taxes, insurance, and utilities. • Cost Burden(>30-50%)—the fraction of the household's total gross income spent on housing costs exceeds 30%but is less than 50%. For renters, housing costs include rent plus utilities. For owners, housing costs include mortgage payment,taxes, insurance, and utilities. The following HUD-provided data tables enumerate housing problems in the City of Boynton Beach. A narrative discussion follows the tables. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 32 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Housing Needs Summary Tables 1.Housing Problems(Households with one of the listed needs) Renter Owner 0- >30-50% >50-80% >80- Total 0-30% >30-50% >50-80% >80- Total 30% AMI AMI 100% AMI AMI AMI 100% AMI AMI AMI NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS r Substandard Housing-Lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities 125 85 135 10 355 25 4 25 15 69 Severely Overcrowded-With >1.51 people per room(and complete kitchen and plumbing) 0 80 25 35 140 0 0 0 0 0 Overcrowded-With 1.01-1.5 people per room(and none of the above problems) 40 205 25 30 300 15 150 95 90 350 Housing cost burden greater than 50%of income(and none 1,52 of the above problems) 0 1,205 655 115 3,495 985 565 285 65 1,900 Housing cost burden greater than 30%of income(and none of the above problems) 20 390 1,115 865 2,390 280 530 640 490 1,940 Zero/negative Income(and none of the above problems) 235 0 0 0 235 370 0 0 0 370 Table 7—Housing Problems Table Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 33 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 2. Housing Problems 2 (Households with one or more Severe Housing Problems: Lacks kitchen or complete plumbing, severe overcrowding, severe cost burden) Renter Owner 0- >30- >50- >80- ' Total 0- >30- >50- >80- Total 30% 50% 80% 100% 30% 50% 80% 100% AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Having 1 or more of four housing problems 1,685 1,580 840 190 4,295 1,025 720 405 165 2,315 Having none of four housing problems 60 530 1,620 1,440 3,650 535 1,520 2,515 1,815 6,385 Household has negative income, but none of the other housing problems 235 0 0 0 235 370 0 0 0 370 Table 8—Housing Problems 2 Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: 3. Cost Burden >30% Renter Owner 0-30% >30- >50- Total 0-30% >30- >50- Total AMI 50% 80% AMI 50% 80% AMI AMI AMI AMI NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Small Related 730 820 765 2,315 145 250 245 640 Large Related 80 235 120 435 55 105 65 225 Elderly 440 530 360 1,330 995 645 460 2,100 Other 450 350 665 1,465 80 165 220 465 Total need by 1,700 1,935 1,910 5,545 1,275 1,165 990 3,430 income Table 9—Cost Burden >30% Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 34 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 4. Cost Burden > 50% Renter Owner 0-30% >30- >50- Total 0-30% >30- >50- Total AMI 50% 80% AMI 50% 80% AMI AMI AMI AMI NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Small Related 710 575 290 1,575 100 165 80 345 Large Related 80 40 0 120 55 30 10 95 Elderly 440 405 210 1,055 785 290 160 1,235 Other 425 290 240 955 60 110 60 230 Total need by 1,655 1,310 740 3,705 1,000 595 310 1,905 income Table 10—Cost Burden > 50% Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: 5. Crowding (More than one person per room) Renter Owner 0- >30- >50- >80- Total 0- >30- >50- >80- Total 30% 50% 80% 100% 30% 50% 80% 100% AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Single family households 40 165 65 65 335 0 140 75 80 295 Multiple, unrelated family households 0 120 4 0 124 15 4 20 10 49 Other, non- family households 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Total need by 40 285 69 65 459 15 144 95 90 344 income Table 11—Crowding Information—1/2 Data Source: 2013-2017 CHAS Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 35 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Renter Owner 0- >30- >50- Total 0- >30- >50- Total 30% 50% 80% 30% 50% 80% AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI AMI Households with Children Present Table 12—Crowding Information—2/2 Describe the number and type of single person households in need of housing assistance. The 2017 ACS data shows that there are 9,246 single person households in Boynton Beach,which is 33.6% of all occupied housing units. Single person households are 59% owner-occupied and 41% renter occupied. Using the ACS estimate that 13% of persons are living in poverty, it is estimated that 1,202 single person households in Boynton Beach need housing assistance. Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance who are disabled or victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. Persons with Disabilities. 2019 ACS data shows that 12.5% of all Boynton Beach residents have at least one type of disability. Among residents 65 or older, about 29.3% have a disability, more than double the rate among residents in general. Adult residents aged 18-64 years have a disability rate of 8.9%, and 4.1% of those under 18 years of age have a disability. Persons with disabilities are typically more vulnerable to housing discrimination than others, often due to housing providers' lack of knowledge about reasonable accommodation provisions in fair housing laws. Persons with disabilities also face challenges finding housing that is accessible and located near transit and supportive services. Victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking. The 2015 National Intimate Partner and Sexual Violence Survey (NISVS) reports that 1 in 5 women and 1 in 8 men have experienced completed or attempted rape. In the U.S.,43.6%of women experienced some form of sexual violence in their lifetime,with 4.7%of women having experienced that violence in the recent 12 months. In the U.S., 24.8% of men experienced some form of sexual violence in their lifetime, with 3.5% of men having experienced that violence in the recent 12 months. According to the NISVS, 16% of women in the U.S. were victims of stalking at some point in their lifetime, with 3.7% of women having experienced stalking in the recent 12 months. In the U.S., 5.8% of men in the U.S. were victims of stalking at some point their lifetime, with 1.9%of men having experienced stalking in the recent 12 months.The NISVS reports that 1 in 4 women and 1 in 10 men experienced contact sexual violence, physical violence, and/or stalking by an intimate partner and reported an intimate partner violence (IPV)-related impact during their lifetime. Sexual violence is also linked to negative health effects. Sexual violence victims are more likely to smoke, abuse alcohol, use drugs,and engage in risky sexual activity.The trauma from sexual violence may impact a survivor's employment in terms of time off from work,diminished performance,job loss,or being unable to work. These issues disrupt earning power and have a long-term effect on the economic well-being of survivors and their families. Coping and completing everyday tasks after victimization can be challenging. Victims may have difficulty maintaining personal relationships, returning to work or school,and regaining Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 36 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) a sense of normalcy. Housing assistance can also be a critical support. The National Alliance to End Homelessness argues that a "strong investment in housing is crucial [to victims of domestic violence] ...so that the family or woman is able to leave the shelter system as quickly as possible without returning to the abuse." The Alliance also reports that studies on homelessness have shown a correlation between domestic violence and homelessness. Using the statistics from the NISVS and recognizing that housing instability can be linked to victims of sexual violence,it is estimated that 43.6%of women in Boynton Beach(35,045 women)may need housing assistance in their lifetime, with 4.7% of women (3,778 women) requiring that assistance each year. It is estimated that 24.8% of men in Boynton Beach (19,934 men) may need housing assistance in their lifetime, with 3.5%of men (2,813 men) requiring assistance each year. What are the most common housing problems? According to the 2013-2017 CHAS data in Table 1, across all income groups there are 5,885 renters and 3,840 owners experiencing housing cost burden in the absence of other housing problems. Cost burden is by far the most common housing problem. Among the renters, 3,495 are severely cost burdened, and 1,655 (47.4%) of those are very low income (0-30% AMI). Among the owners, 1,900 are severely cost- burdened, and 1,000 (52.6%) of those are very low income (0-30% AMI). The incidence of substandard housing (424), overcrowded housing (650), and severely overcrowded housing (140) in the absence of other housing problems is infrequent but is experienced more often among renters (795) than among owners (419). Are any populations/household types more affected than others by these problems? According to the 2013-2017 CHAS data in Table 2, extremely low-income renter households have the highest incidence of experiencing 1 or more housing problems (1,685 households), followed by very low- income renter households (1,580 households), extremely low-income owner residents (1,025 households), and very low-income owner households (720 households). Renters have the highest incidence of housing problems across all income levels reported in the CHAS data. Describe the characteristics and needs of Low-income individuals and families with children (especially extremely low-income) who are currently housed but are at imminent risk of either residing in shelters or becoming unsheltered 91.205(c)/91.305(c)). Also discuss the needs of formerly homeless families and individuals who are receiving rapid re-housing assistance and are nearing the termination of that assistance Severe cost burden (housing costs exceeding 50% of gross monthly income) among low and extremely low-income households puts households at risk of homelessness given their limited capacity to absorb external financial pressures. According to the CHAS data, over 5,000 households (3,380 renters and 1,835 owners) with income below 80 percent AMI are experiencing severe cost burden putting them at risk. A majority of these households (64.8% or 3,380 households) are renter households with 1,835 owner occupied households representing the remaining 35.2%. After housing and utility costs, other essential needs including transportation, childcare, healthcare, and food may become financially inaccessible to these households, potentially causing additional health and security risks. These households have insufficient excess income that would allow them to save for future need, including unforeseen emergencies, or retirement. These factors put these households at a greater risk of making difficult Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 37 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) decisions,weighing housing payments against essential needs payments.This increases their likelihood of eviction,default,foreclosure, or other paths that may lead to homelessness. The stress associated with the possibility of experiencing homelessness is becoming increasingly more prevalent for households statewide and locally. According to the Shimberg Center's Rental Market Study 2019,674,201 rental units were added to the housing stock in Florida from 2000-2017. Housing units with a rental cost of$1,000 or more grew by 718,166, while units with rental costs of$1,000 or decreased by 43,956 units. In addition, cost burdened households have also increased. The Shimberg Center reports that 61%of cost burdened households are in large counties, and Boynton Beach is located in Palm Beach County (geographically the largest county in the state and the third largest in population). As the data trends move unfavorably for low-income and extremely low-income households, the levels of stress, challenges, and households at-risk of experiencing homelessness increase. The higher demands and very low inventory in the rental market are among the most critical factors affecting the housing stock for low-income and extremely low-income households.These factors indicate that households receiving rapid re-housing assistance face housing instability as assistance expires or is terminated.There is a strong correlation with the ability to maintain stable housing and its relationship to earned income, medical services, behavioral health services,adequate nutrition, and education.A lack of adequate services or the lack of ability to pay for the needed services can result in persons facing homelessness. Local service providers work to address these challenges with struggling households, however, the systemic challenges that exist make it extremely difficult to achieve the desired outcomes of lasting affordable stable housing. If a jurisdiction provides estimates of the at-risk population(s), it should also include a description of the operational definition of the at-risk group and the methodology used to generate the estimates: The at-risk population, defined by the Palm Beach County Homeless and Housing Alliance (Continuum of Care) includes the following: 1. Households that have an annual income below 30% of median family income for the area; AND (i) Do not have sufficient resources or support networks immediately available to prevent them from moving to an emergency shelter or another place defined in Category 1 of the "homeless" definition;AND (ii) Meet one of the following conditions: a. Has moved because of economic reasons 2 or more times during the 60 days immediately preceding the application for assistance; OR b. Is living in the home of another because of economic hardship; OR c. Has been notified that their right to occupy their current housing or living situation will be terminated within 21 days after the date of application for assistance: OR d. Lives in a hotel or motel and the cost is not paid for by charitable organizations or by Federal, State, or local government programs for low-income individuals, OR e. Lives in an SRO or efficiency apartment unit in which there reside more than 2 persons or lives in a larger housing unit in which there reside more than one and a half persons per room: OR f. Is exiting a publicly funded institution or system of care, OR g. Otherwise lives in housing that has characteristics associated with instability and an increased risk of homelessness. 2. A child or youth who does not qualify as homeless under the homeless definition, but qualifies as homeless under another Federal statute Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 38 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 3. An unaccompanied youth who does not qualify as homeless under the homeless definition but qualifies as homeless under section 725(2) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act, and the parent(s) or guardian(s) of that child or youth if living with him or her. Palm Beach County utilizes a Coordinated Entry system and the HMIS (Homeless Management Information System)to record and track the number of persons who are considered at-risk in Palm Beach County. During the time period 10/01/18 to 09/30/19, of the 2,632 households that contacted Coordinated Entry for assistance, 31% (816) households were categorized as at-risk of homelessness. It should be noted that of the 816 at-risk households, 62% were families, 5% were singles over the age of 24, and 26% were youth. In addition, the County tracks the number of singles and families that have received homeless prevention services through social service agencies,governmental agencies, and faith- based organizations. During the 2018/2019 time period, 2,435 households(or 5,955 persons)were served at that time and consisted of 1,487 families (or 5,007 persons) and 948 singles. Specify particular housing characteristics that have been linked with instability and an increased risk of homelessness The National Low Income Housing Coalition found in 2018 that a renter working 40 hours a week and earning minimum wage can afford a typical two-bedroom apartment (i.e., not be cost-burdened) in exactly zero counties nationwide. A household that is paying over 50 percent of total income on housing related expenses (severely cost burdened) is linked with instability and increased risk of homelessness. Other characteristics that are linked with instability and increased risk of homelessness include domestic violence, unstable employment, and increased risk of health issues all of which may force unexpected and sudden increased costs or decreased income on a household that does not have sufficient income to weather. Discussion 1,000 people move to Florida every day, making Florida the second fastest-growing state in the country. Yet as housing demand increases,there are not enough options to meet the demand of those who need affordable housing. No state has an adequate supply of affordable housing, according to The Gap, an annual report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition, published in March. Florida is one of the five states that are most challenging for extremely low-income renters to find affordable housing, along with Nevada, California, Oregon, and Arizona. Only 36% of extremely low-income renters are working people, many with jobs in the retail and service industries that were among the hardest hit by the pandemic.The remaining percentage is made up of seniors, households with disabilities and students or single parents or caregivers.Over half of the country's largest occupations do not pay a high enough hourly wage on average for its workers to afford a one-or two-bedroom apartment,the report says. The report says full-time workers need to make$19.56 an hour to afford a one-bedroom apartment and make$23.96 an hour to afford a two bedroom on average across the country. Nick VinZant,a senior research analyst at QuoteWizard, has researched the growing gap between housing costs and income nationwide. His report says Florida has the seventh-highest disparity between housing costs and income. In Florida,the median income has increased by slightly more than 20%since 2012 while median housing prices have almost doubled, increasing by 99.3%. Compared to the rest of the country, Florida's housing price increase was above the national average, yet the rise in Floridians' incomes was about $5,000 less than in other states. For a household earning the current median income of$55,660, VinZant reported that these workers may eventually end up being priced out of Florida as it continues to be a destination state. Florida has only 28 affordable homes available for every 100 extremely low-income renter households, according to the report. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 39 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Housing economics expert at Florida International University, Ned Murray, recently completed an affordable housing needs assessment. Murray's report showed that 57% of workers in the county are employed in low-wage, service-sector jobs with hourly wages equivalent to 46% to 60% of the county's 2018 median household income, which is $59,943. The result is that 97,000 renter households in the county were "cost-burdened," with 53% of those being "severely" cost-burdened. Murray's study noted that 17,000 housing units in Palm Beach County that are considered affordable,or workforce housing are lost each year to appreciation. Those 17,000 additional homes become unattainable to the majority of Palm Beach County households every year due to rising property values. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 40 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/20211 NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems—91.205 (b)(2) This section assesses the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole. The data in this section are pre-populated by HUD and reflect the 2013-2017 CHAS dataset (the most recent data available for Consolidated Planning) which breaks households down by race, ethnicity, income, and housing problems. The largest population group in Boynton Beach remains residents who report their race and ethnicity as White, representing 58.7% percent of the total population. Hispanic residents comprise 15.9% of the city's residents, while Black or African American residents are the second most prominent minority group representing 31.5%of the population.Asian residents comprise 2.4%of the population and residents who identify belonging to two or more races represent 5.5%. Introduction A disproportionately greater need exists when the members of a racial or ethnic group at a given income level experience housing problems at a greater rate (10%+)than households at that same income level as a whole. Housing problems include: 1) Housing unit lacks complete kitchen facilities; 2) Housing unit lacks complete plumbing facilities; 3) Overcrowding greater than 1.0 persons per room (not including bathrooms, porches, foyers, halls, or half rooms); and 4) Housing cost burden greater than 30%. HUD's Community Housing Affordability Study (CHAS) provides data on the incidence of housing problems experienced by various racial/ethnic groups at identified income groups 0—100%AMI. 0%-30% of Area Median Income Housing Problems Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 3,010 295 605 White 1,820 185 455 Black/African American 925 80 100 Asian 15 10 10 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 205 20 45 Table 13 - Disproportionally Greater Need 0- 30% AMI Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: *The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room, 4. Cost Burden greater than 30% Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 41 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 30%-50% of Area Median Income Housing Problems Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 3,215 1,130 0 White 1,595 845 0 Black/African American 1,245 125 0 Asian 34 15 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 295 145 0 Table 14 - Disproportionally Greater Need 30-50% AMI Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: *The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room, 4. Cost Burden greater than 30% 50%-80% of Area Median Income Housing Problems Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 2,995 2,385 0 White 1,455 1,575 0 Black/African American 1,040 565 0 Asian 10 65 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 445 180 0 Table 15 - Disproportionally Greater Need 50- 80%AMI Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 42 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: *The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room, 4. Cost Burden greater than 30% 80%-100% of Area Median Income Housing Problems Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 1,710 1,905 0 White 920 1,255 0 Black/African American 530 355 0 Asian 10 45 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 15 0 Hispanic 195 215 0 Table 16- Disproportionally Greater Need 80- 100%AMI Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: *The four housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than one person per room, 4. Cost Burden greater than 30% Discussion Extremely Low Income—0-30% of AMI: • Most groups at this income level have high rates of housing problems. At this income level, 77% of all households experience at least one of the four housing problems. Black/African Americans experience the highest rate of at least one housing problem (83.7%) and Asians experience the lowest (42.8%). At 0-30% AMI, Whites and Hispanics experience a similar incidence of housing problems, at 74%and 76%, respectively. Very Low Income—30-50%of AMI: • In the 30-50% AMI group, 74% of households experience at least one of the four housing problems. As with the 0-30% AMI group, Black/African Americans experience the highest rate of Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 43 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) having at least one housing problem (91%). The lowest rate of housing problems at this income group is White (65.4%),followed by Hispanic(67%), and Asian (69.3%). Low Income—50-80%of AMI: • Although a majority of households (55.7%) experience at least one housing problem at this income level, Hispanic households have the highest incidence at 71.2%. Black/African American households experience one or more housing problems at a rate of 64.8%, followed by White households (48%),and Asian households(13.3%). Moderate Income—80-100%of AMI: • At the 80-100% AMI level, only one group has a majority with one or more of four housing problems. For all households at this level,47.3% experience at least one housing problem. The highest rate of housing problems occurs in Black/African American households (60%),and Asians experience the lowest(18.2%).Hispanic households experience one or more housing problems at a rate of 47.6%,followed by White households(42.3%),and Asian households(18.2%). The CHAS data reveals the following disproportionately greater need, as follows: • At 0-30%AMI, no groups have a disproportionate need compared to the jurisdiction as a whole. • At 30-50% AMI, Black/African American households experience a disproportionate need (91% compared to 74%for the jurisdiction). • At 50-80% AMI, Hispanic households experience a disproportionate need (71.2% compared to 55.7%for the jurisdiction). • At 80-100% AMI, Black/African American households experience a disproportionate need (60% compared to 47.3%for the jurisdiction). Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 44 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems—91.205 (b)(2) This section assesses the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole. Introduction A disproportionately greater need exists when the percentage of households in a particular income category that are members of a particular racial or ethnic group is at least 10 percentage points higher than the percentage of persons in the same income category as a whole. Severe housing problems are defined as: 1) Housing unit lacks complete kitchen facilities; 2) Housing unit lacks complete plumbing facilities; 3)Overcrowding greater than 1.5 persons per room (not including bathrooms, porches,foyers, halls, or half rooms); and 4) Housing cost burden greater than 50%. HUD's Community Housing Affordability Study (CHAS) provides data on the incidence of severe housing problems experienced by various racial/ethnic groups at identified income groups 0—100% AMI. 0%-30% of Area Median Income Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 2,710 595 605 White 1,610 400 455 Black/African American 870 135 100 Asian 15 10 10 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 185 40 45 Table 17—Severe Housing Problems 0- 30%AMI Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: *The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per room, 4. Cost Burden over 50% Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 45 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 30%-50% of Area Median Income Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 2,300 2,050 0 White 1,105 1,340 0 Black/African American 900 480 0 Asian 34 15 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 235 210 0 Table 18—Severe Housing Problems 30- 50%AMI Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: *The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per room, 4. Cost Burden over 50% 50%-80% of Area Median Income Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 1,245 4,135 0 White 630 2,395 0 Black/African American 430 1,175 0 Asian 0 75 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 180 445 0 Table 19—Severe Housing Problems 50 - 80%AMI Data Source: 2013-2017 CHAS Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 46 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) *The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per room, 4. Cost Burden over 50% 80%-100% of Area Median Income Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more Has none of the Household has of four housing four housing no/negative problems problems income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 355 3,255 0 White 225 1,955 0 Black/African American 85 800 0 Asian 10 45 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 15 0 Hispanic 0 410 0 Table 20—Severe Housing Problems 80- 100%AMI Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: *The four severe housing problems are: 1. Lacks complete kitchen facilities, 2. Lacks complete plumbing facilities, 3. More than 1.5 persons per room, 4. Cost Burden over 50% Discussion This section discusses the income categories in which a racial or ethnic group has a disproportionately greater severe housing need. Extremely Low-income-0-30%of AMI: • At this income level, 52.8%of households experienced severe housing need. All households with reported problems,except for White households(45.2%),show that disproportionate needs exist. Asian households experienced the highest disproportion at 69.4%, followed by Black/African American households (65.2%), and Hispanic households (52.8%). Very Low Income—30-50% of AMI: Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 47 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) • In the 30-50% AMI group, 52.9% of households experience severe housing need. As with the 0- 30% AMI group, Asian and Black/African American households experience the highest disproportion at 69.4% and 65.2%, respectively. The lowest rate of severe housing need at this income group is White (45.2%),followed by Hispanic(52.8%). Low Income—50-80%of AMI: • Among the 50-80%AMI group, 23.1%of households experience severe housing need.There is no group experiencing a disproportionate need, and the rate for each group does not deviate from the overall rate. Twenty-nine percent of Hispanics experience severe housing need, followed by Black/African Americans (26.8%), and Whites (20.8%). Moderate Income—80-100%of AMI: • At the 80-100% AMI level, 9.8% of households experience severe housing need. No groups experience a disproportionate need,although Asian households come the closest at 18.2%. White households report 10.3% experience severe housing need, and 9.6% of Black/African American households experience severe housing need. The CHAS data reveals the following disproportionately greater need, as follows: • At 0-30% AMI, only White households experienced no disproportionate need compared to the jurisdiction as a whole. • At 30-50% AMI, Black/African American and Asian households experience a disproportionate need (69.4% and 65.2%, respectively, compared to 52.9%for the jurisdiction). • At 50-80%AMI, no household groups experience a disproportionate need, compared to the rate of 23.1%for the jurisdiction. • At 80-100%AMI, no household groups experience a disproportionate need,compared to the rate of 9.8%for the jurisdiction. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 48 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens—91.205 (b)(2) This section assesses the need of any racial or ethnic group that has disproportionately greater need in comparison to the needs of that category of need as a whole. Introduction: A household experiences cost burden when its housing expenses exceed 30% of gross household income. Severe cost burden occurs when such expenses exceed 50% of gross household income. Cost burden makes for housing instability, increasing the likelihood of eviction or foreclosure particularly for severely-cost burdened households. Cost burden detracts from the availability of household financial resources to meet basic non-housing needs for medical care, proper nutrition, education, and transportation. The prevalence of cost burden in a community is an indicator of need for additional affordable housing. HUD's Community Housing Affordability Study (CHAS) provides data on household cost burden and severe cost burden by various racial/ethnic groups. A disproportionately greater need exists when the percentage of households in a particular income category that are members of a particular racial or ethnic group is at least 10 percentage points higher than the percentage of persons in the same income category as a whole. Housing Cost Burden Housing Cost Burden <=30% 30-50% >50% No/negative income (not computed) Jurisdiction as a whole 16,825 5,965 5,835 610 White 11,905 3,110 3,355 455 Black/African American 2,450 1,795 1,800 100 Asian 345 35 49 10 American Indian,Alaska Native 15 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 25 0 0 0 Hispanic 1,945 925 530 45 Table 21—Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens AMI Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: Discussion: The CHAS data indicates that a total of 40.4% of all households in the jurisdiction are overall cost burdened, including 5,965 cost burdened (20.4%) and 5,835 severely cost-burdened (19.9%). There are no disproportionate needs among households experiencing cost burden greater than 30% but less than 50%of household income,but the cost burden among Black/African American households was the closest to being disproportionate at 29.2%, followed by Hispanic households at 26.9%. Cost burden is lowest among Asian and White households, at 8.0% and 16.5%, respectively. Severe cost burden greater than 50% also varies by race/ethnicity and no groups experience the level of disproportionate need, but Black/African American households is again closest at 29.3%. White households experience severe cost burden at a rate of 17.8%,followed by Hispanic households at 15.4%, and Asian households at 11.2%. It is apparent from the CHAS data that Black/African American households experience the highest incidence of being cost burdened (both overall and severely). Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 49 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion—91.205(b)(2) Are there any Income categories in which a racial or ethnic group has disproportionately greater need than the needs of that income category as a whole? According to the HUD tables in the previous three sections, disproportionate housing needs exist for the following groups: • Black households experience disproportionate housing needs relative to the jurisdiction at 30- 50%AMI and 80-100%AMI levels. • Black households also experience housing cost burden at high rates compared to the jurisdiction, but not quite high enough to meet the definition of disproportion. • Hispanic households experience disproportionate housing needs relative to the jurisdiction at the 50-80%AMI income levels and experience severe housing problems disproportionately compared to the jurisdiction at the 0-30%AMI level. • Asian households experience disproportionate severe housing needs relative to the jurisdiction at the 0-30%AMI and 30-50%AMI levels. If they have needs not identified above, what are those needs? The City has not identified any other disproportionate needs. Are any of those racial or ethnic groups located in specific areas or neighborhoods in your community? Data is not available at the City level to depict the location of disproportionate needs; however, data is available that identifies geographic areas of greater racial/ethnic concentration within Palm Beach County. The two prevalent minority racial/ethnic groups in the City of Boynton Beach, as well as greater Palm Beach County, are Hispanics and Blacks. Data from the American Community Survey (2013-2017) reveals that Hispanics represent 21.3%,and Blacks 19.7%,of total population countywide.Within Boynton Beach, Blacks represent 31.5% and Hispanics represent 15.9%. Residents who identify as Black/African American are most likely to be living in the northeast portion of the city. With a diversity score of 92 out of 100, Boynton Beach is more diverse than many other US cities. According to maps created at the www.bestneighborhood.org website,the most diverse area within Boynton Beach's proper boundaries is to the north of the city.The least diverse areas are located in the south parts of Boynton Beach. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 50 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) NA-35 Public Housing—91.205(b) Introduction: According to the Shimberg Center for Housing Studies'Affordable Housing Data Clearinghouse,there are 2,681 publicly assisted developments that provide 285,010 affordable housing units statewide through a variety of funding sources including the Florida Housing Finance Corporation, local housing finance authorities, the United States Department of Agricultural Rural Development, the HUD Multifamily program and HUD Public Housing. Neither the Small Cities CDBG, HOPWA, nor ESG, provide funding to PHAs in Florida.The City of Boynton Beach is served by the Palm Beach County Housing Authority(PBCHA). PBCHA provides affordable housing to low-income individuals, families, elderly, and persons with disabilities. PBCHA owns and manages four public housing communities in West Palm Beach and Lantana, as well as forty-three single family homes throughout Boynton Beach. PBCA operates a total of 468 Public Housing units and manages 1,866, which are comprised of 92 project-based and 1,572 tenant-based vouchers. Totals in Use Program Type Certificate Mod- Public Vouchers Rehab Housing Total Project Tenant Special Purpose Voucher -based -based Veterans Family Disabled Affairs Unification Supportive Program Housing #of units vouchers in use 0 0 468 1,866 92 1,572 0 202 0 Table 22 - Public Housing by Program Type *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Data PIC (PIH Information Center) Source: Characteristics of Residents The tables on the next page outline the specific characteristics of families within the City of Boynton Beach that are receiving assistance through the PBCHA. The Housing Authority provide access to affordable housing to extremely low, low, and moderate-income families through the operation of rental units and Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 51 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) administration of tenant- based and project-based vouchers. Program Type Certificate Mod- Public Vouchers Rehab Housing Total Project Tenant Special Purpose -based -based Voucher Veterans Family Affairs Unification Supportive Program Housing Average Annual Income 0 0 15,969 13,936 10,164 14,287 0 12,919 Average length of stay 0 0 5 8 0 9 0 6 Average Household size 0 0 2 3 1 3 0 3 # Homeless at admission 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 # of Elderly Program Participants (>62) 0 0 135 305 75 221 0 9 # of Disabled Families 0 0 68 249 14 211 0 24 #of Families requesting accessibility features 0 0 468 1,866 92 1,572 0 202 #of HIV/AIDS program participants 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 52 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Program Type Certificate Mod- Public Vouchers Rehab Housing Total Project Tenant Special Purpose -based -based Voucher Veterans Family Affairs Unification Supportive Program Housing #of DV victims 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Table 23—Characteristics of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data PIC (PIH Information Center) Source: Race of Residents Race Certificate Mod- Public Rehab Housing Total Project- Tenant based -based Veterans Family Affairs Unification Supportiv Program e Housing White 0 0 102 291 19 209 0 63 Black/African American 0 0 365 1,448 73 1,254 0 121 Asian 0 0 1 2 0 1 0 1 American Indian/Alaska Native 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 124 0 107 0 17 Other 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year,and Nursing Home Transition Table 24— Race of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data PIC (PIH Information Center) Source: Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 53 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Ethnicity of Residents Ethnicity Certificate Mod- Public Rehab Housing Total Project Tenant -based -based Veterans Family Affairs Unification Supportive Program Housing Hispanic 0 0 71 241 9 188 0 44 Not Hispanic 0 0 397 1,625 83 1,384 0 158 *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Table 25—Ethnicity of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data PIC (PIH Information Center) Source: Section 504 Needs Assessment: Describe the needs of public housing tenants and applicants on the waiting list for accessible units: This is not applicable for the City of Boynton Beach. The City does not directly maintain or manage public housing. Most immediate needs of residents of Public Housing and Housing Choice voucher holders The City of Boynton Beach does not directly administer vouchers. The most immediate need of residents on the waiting list for vouchers with PBCHA is finding rental units that meet their needs and accept their voucher. Existing households are experiencing some type of housing problem such as cost burden, housing overcrowding, or substandard housing. How do these needs compare to the housing needs of the population at large? Discussion The Shimberg Center for Housing Studies' 2019 Market Study compares households living in publicly assisted housing units with those of the rental market overall in the state of Florida. Households in publicly assisted units are more likely to be lower income and are more likely to be either households with children or elderly residents than the overall rental population.These populations are likely to have unique needs aside from their economic constraints including neighborhood access to good schools (for households with children), access to transportation and medical care (elderly) and accessible housing units (elderly have a higher incidence of disability overall). Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 54 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment—91.205(c) Introduction: The City of Boynton Beach collaborates closely with Palm Beach County Human Services in addressing the issues of homelessness throughout the county. Because the needs of both jurisdictions are interrelated, much of this narrative is extracted from Palm Beach County's most recent (2020 — 2024) Consolidated Plan and is sufficiently representative of the needs within both jurisdictions. Combating homelessness in Palm Beach County is a complex issue. Homelessness does not discriminate, as it does not only affect only a certain group, class, or type of individual or family. Rarely does a single factor contribute to an individual's homelessness but is more often a result of multifaceted set of circumstances. Homelessness can be driven by economic problems, by a lack of affordable housing options, familial issues, mental or physical health, substance abuse, or a combination of these. Homelessness can be caused by any of,or all these issues, and these can often be interrelated. Because of this, combating homelessness requires a collaborative and community-based approach. Toward that end, the City of Boynton Beach works in close collaboration with the Palm Beach County Human Service Division and the Homeless & Housing Alliance of Palm Beach County. It is through this collaboration and information sharing, as well as the strategic allocation of resources, that we hope to have the greatest impact in one day eliminating homelessness in our communities. The data provided in this section was derived from the 2020 Point in Time (PIT) count that occurred on January 24, 2020. Every year (pre-COVID) the County undertakes its Point in Time Count as well as a Shelter Survey. These two events seek to identify the number of homeless individuals and families In Palm Beach County. The PIT count is used to obtain a sheltered and unsheltered persons count for a twenty- four-hour period. The shelter survey is completed by the shelter operators and is used to count the homeless individuals and families in shelter during the survey period. While the numbers below represent the total number of homeless in Palm Beach County,District 3,which contains the City of Boynton Beach,had the second highest number of unsheltered homeless(230 or 22%) on the day of the count, highlighting the shared impact that exists between the city and county. The County also conducts an annual Housing Inventory Count(HIC). The HIC is a point in time inventory of provider programs within the Homeless and Housing Alliance (HHA)that provide beds and housing units for the homeless population. The county categorizes the available beds under these five program types: Emergency Shelter,Transitional housing, Rapid Re-Housing,Safe Have, and Permanent Supportive Housing. Palm Beach County's 2020 PIT indicated that 1,510 persons were homeless on the day of the count with 480 of those individuals sheltered and 1,030 unsheltered. The results indicate that Seniors represent 12%of the total homeless population,youth (18-24) represent 6%,and military veterans represented 7%of the total homeless population on the day of the count. The results also indicated that Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 55 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) approximately 16%of the homeless population are defined as chronically homeless. On the day of the count, 68%of the homeless population were sleeping in an unsheltered location and 32%were housed in either emergency shelter or transitional housing. Homeless Needs Assessment Population Estimate the#of Estimate the Estimate Estimate the Estimate the persons experiencing # the# #exiting #of days homelessness on a experiencing becoming homelessness persons given night homelessness homeless each year experience each year each year homelessness Sheltered Unsheltered Persons in Households with Adult(s) and Child(ren) 270 6 0 0 0 0 Persons in Households with Only Children 0 6 0 0 0 0 ~ Persons in Households with Only Adults 210 1024 0 0 0 0 Chronically Homeless Individuals 21 218 0 0 0 0 Chronically Homeless Families 0 0 0 0 0 0 Veterans 35 65 0 0 0 0 Unaccompanied Child 49 44 0 0 0 0 Persons with HIV 0 18 0 0 0 0 Table 26-Homeless Needs Assessment If data is not available for the categories "number of persons becoming and exiting homelessness each year," and "number of days that persons experience homelessness," describe these categories for each homeless population type (including chronically homeless Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 56 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) individuals and families,families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth): Entering Homelessness: The majority of individuals,families with children,veterans, and the chronic homeless cite the most common reason for their homelessness as: employment/financial issues (43%), family issues (20%), and housing issues (18%). Approximately 22%of the total homeless population on any given day have experienced homelessness four(4) or more times during a three (3)year period. Exiting Homelessness: Finding and maintaining employment and locating affordable housing are the main reasons persons exit homelessness. Forty-five present (45%)of the total homeless population on any given day have been homeless for one year or longer while 25% have been homeless for more than 3 months but less than one year. Fifteen percent (15%) of those homeless on any given day have experienced homelessness for 1 to 3 months while less than 5% have experienced homelessness for no more than one week. Nature and Extent of Homelessness: (Optional) Race: Sheltered: Unsheltered (optional) White 144 569 Black or African American 293 417 Asian 3 4 American Indian or Alaska 6 13 Native Pacific Islander 0 6 Ethnicity: Sheltered: Unsheltered (optional) Hispanic 66 109 Not Hispanic 414 918 Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance for families with children and the families of veterans. According to the 2020 Palm Beach County Point in Time count,there were 1,297 households (1,510 individuals)that were homeless on a given 24-hour period. Households with at least one adult and one child accounted for 6.2%(81)of the total household homeless population, and households comprised of Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 57 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) only children (Youth) represented< 1%(5) of the homeless population. Two hundred forty(240) households(86%) of households with at least one adult and one child were in emergency shelter and 10%(30) resided in transitional housing. For households with only children 3 households(<1%)were in emergency shelter and none were in transitional housing. Information regarding families of veterans was not isolated in the 2020 PIT survey. The households surveyed may or may not have included families with veterans. Housing placement for households with children has proven difficult. Most of the housing facilities are designed to accept the single homeless population.To that end, Palm Beach County purchased a 19-unit emergency family shelter and contracted with a non-profit agency to operate the facility. Furthermore, the County in coordination with a family service provider established a Rapid Re-housing Program that provides financial assistance to homeless families with or without children to regain stability in permanent housing. Describe the Nature and Extent of Homelessness by Racial and Ethnic Group. According to the PIT survey, Black/African Americans comprised slightly less than half(47%)of the County's homeless population,whites represented another 47%,while American Indian/Alaska Native and Asians and Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islanders each presented 1%-2%of the homeless population. One percent(1%)of those individuals who participated in the survey were of multiple races. Of the total number of homeless, 175 (11.5%)were Hispanic or Latino. Describe the Nature and Extent of Unsheltered and Sheltered Homelessness. The 2020 Point in Time survey reported that of the 1,510 homeless individuals identified,480(31.8%) were sheltered and 1030(68.2%) unsheltered.Of the 457 individuals that were sheltered,349(76.3%) were sheltered in emergency shelters and 108(23.6%)were housed in transitional facilities. The following is a description of the extent to which sub-populations of homeless are sheltered and unsheltered. Chronic homeless persons represented 15.8%of the total homeless population counted, of which 1.3% (21 persons)were sheltered. The mentally ill accounted for 12.5%of the homeless population and the veteran homeless population was 6.5%of the total homeless count (of which 65 veterans were housed). Chronic substance abuse represented 15%of the total homeless population counted in the 2020 PIT of which 3.5% (53 persons)were sheltered. Persons with HIV/AIDS and victims of domestic violence represented<1%and 12.5% respectively of the total homeless population reflected in the PIT. Less than 1%(8 persons)of the HIV/AIDS subpopulation and 10%(141 individuals)of the victims of domestic violence subpopulation were sheltered. Discussion: Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 58 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) The following is a description of the extent to which sub-populations of homeless are sheltered and unsheltered. Chronic homeless persons represented 15.8%of the total homeless population counted, of which 1.3% (21 persons)were sheltered. The mentally ill accounted for 12.5%of the homeless population and the veteran homeless population was 6.5%of the total homeless count(of which 65 veterans were housed). Chronic substance abuse represented 15%of the total homeless population counted in the 2020 PIT of which 3.5%(53 persons)were sheltered. Persons with HIV/AIDS and victims of domestic violence represented<1%and 12.5%respectively of the total homeless population reflected in the PIT. Less than 1% (8 persons)of the HIV/AIDS subpopulation and 10%(141 individuals)of the victims of domestic violence subpopulation were sheltered. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 59 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) NA-45 Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment-91.205 (b, d) Introduction: While there are services available in Boynton Beach for each of the special needs populations below, there is no specific data available for the City of Boynton Beach concerning the needs of those populations within the city. Providing services for these populations is handled on an as needed basis and city staff would normally defer to Palm Beach County Division of Human Services which handles the Continuum of Care. As identified in Palm Beach County's 2020—2024 Consolidated Plan,the non-homeless special needs population in Palm Beach County is comprised of the following groups: • Elderly (62 years and older) • Frail elderly(defined as an elderly person who requires assistance with three or more activities of daily living, such as bathing, walking, and performing light housework) • Persons with mental, physical, and/or developmental disabilities • Persons with alcohol or other drug addiction • Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families • Victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking • Veterans • Youths aging out of foster care • Ex-offenders • Residents of public housing. The City of Boynton Beach does not directly receive funding under the Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS(HOPWA) program. Instead, HOPWA funding is provided to the largest municipality within the Eligible Metropolitan Statistical Area (EMSA), the City of West Palm Beach, which received $3,202,608.00 in HOPWA funds in 2021. Describe the characteristics of special needs populations in your community: Housing and supportive service needs for special needs populations, should they arise, are referred to appropriate agencies throughout the county. Per the County's 2020—2024 Consolidated Plan,the non- homeless special needs populations in Boynton Beach and Palm Beach County experience many of the same housing and service needs and the same barriers as the homeless. The following describes the special characteristics of each group and is drawn from the County's 2020— 2024 Consolidated Plan. It is presumed that these same characteristics and needs apply to residents of Boynton Beach: Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 60 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Elderly:According to the Office of Economic and Demographic Research,approximately 431,767 persons in the County are over the age of 60. Of these, 191,722 are males and 239,995 are females. Some 59,233 seniors are below 125.0%of the poverty guideline;7.0%live in medically underserved areas; 281,933 have disability insurance;72.0%suffer from no disability;205,080 have cost burden above 30%. There are 26 Adult Daycare facility with total beds numbering 1,655. Persons with mental,physical, and/or developmental disabilities: Per the 2017 ACS Survey,the total county population with a disability is 173,730. Of these, 16,927 were under 34 years old,67,858 were under 65 and 101,616 were over 65 years old. Persons with alcohol or other drug addiction According to the Palm Beach County Substance Awareness Coalition July 2017 Annual Report,there are 59,321 current users of marijuana in the County and 33,767 current users of an illicit drug other than marijuana. Alcohol was detected as being present in one-half of all drug-related deaths in Florida during 2016 and was the primary drug cited by more than a third of all patients admitted to addiction treatment in Palm Beach County during 2016. Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families Within the County,there were 8,208 individuals living with HIV at the end of 2017 according to data from the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of HIV/AIDS.Of this total, 64.1%were males and 35.9%females. Victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking The Florida Department of Law Enforcement reported for 2018 that the County had 4,613 occurrences of domestic violence offences. Per a report published in 2017, 76%of intimate partner physical violence victims are female, more than 75%of women aged 18-49 abused were previously abused by the same perpetrator,40%of female murder victims are killed by intimate partners,76%of women who are killed by intimate partners and 85%of women who survive homicide attempts are stalked prior to the murder or attempted murder. Veterans According to the 2017 American Community Survey,the County's veteran population is 85,376,or 7.5%of the County's total population. Of this total,93.4%are male;69.0%are 65 years and over;89.0%are white;and 8.0%Black or African American. The unemployment rate among veterans in the county in 2017 was 7.4%and 5.6 of all veterans received income below the poverty level. Youths ageing out of foster care In the State of Florida,a youth can leave the foster care system at 18 and is expected to assume full independence. Some 75 to 90 foster children age out of the system each year. Ex-offenders It is estimated that annually in Palm Beach County 1,200 ex-offenders are released from prison.The mission of the County's Reentry Task Force is to increase public safety,decrease victimization, reduce recidivism rates, and create an improved quality of life for Palm Beach County residents.The Reentry Task Force coordinates and facilitates resources,develops, and maintains partnerships, implements changes based on evaluation,and identifies opportunities for sustained reentry services. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 61 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Residents of Public Housing: Four public housing authorities operate within the Palm Beach County Entitlement Jurisdiction, but only three have public housing units or manage vouchers. Based on information provided by these agencies,they operate a total 1,567 public housing units, 53 scattered homes,and manage 2,432 vouchers. What are the housing and supportive service needs of these populations and how are these needs determined? The supportive non-housing needs of Palm Beach County, and to a lesser extent, Boynton Beach,Special Needs Population were determined by surveying relevant agencies that provide daily services to the "specific population";extensive review of agency websites;and input received from members of the public through solicitations at public meetings and posted documents. Elderly/Frail Elderly:According to a 2017 Health and Human Services(HHS) Report,elderly persons living in the Glades Region and certain areas of eastern Palm Beach County have a greater need for social services including In-Home Services, such as assistance to foster independent living;and Community Based Services,such as affordable health and wellness programs.Access to supportive care is extremely limited and with few options, many seniors must move into a facility. Persons with mental,physical, and/or developmental disabilities: Individuals with developmental disabilities require services throughout their lives. Without these supports,these individuals are among the most vulnerable people in terms of risk for hunger, homelessness,and unemployment. It has been found that home and community-based services are more effective than institutional settings in providing essential support to this population. Persons with alcohol or other drug addiction:According to the HHS Report, Palm Beach County had more heroin deaths during the first half of 2016 than any other county in the State. Cocaine deaths have been steadily increasing since 2013 attributed in part to the use of heroin and other opioids. Benzodiazepine deaths increased in 2015 and 2016 following sharp declines from 2011 to 2013 paralleling trends of prescription opioid fatalities. Substance abuse education is seen as the major need for this population. Persons with HIV/AIDS and their Families:The HOPWA and Ryan White Programs are the two predominant sources providing funding to assist with HIV/AIDS initiatives. The programs provide financial assistance, primary medical care,and essential support services to assist HIV/AIDS persons at risk of homeless. According to the HHS Report,the goal for Palm Beach County was to reduce the HIV Case Rate from 23.2 to 21.5 cases/100,000 through patient care, prevention planning and service implementation. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 62 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, and stalking: A survey of providers identified needs as: affordable housing subsidies,financial counseling, affordable childcare, affordable health care, and legal services.There are several agencies that provide services to reduce incidences of domestic violence in the county,such as State Attorney's Office, YWCA/Harmony House, AVDA, and PBC Victim Services, among others. Veterans:Approximately 58,900 of the county's veteran population are 65 years and over. According to responses to the survey from special needs agencies,the most important needs for veterans are affordable housing, education, employment services, and substance abuse education. Youth aging out of foster care: Youths aging out of foster care are not prepared for independent living without assistance. Only 1 in 6 are completely self-supporting. According to the DHES survey, the most urgent needs of this population are affordable housing,financial counseling, education, healthcare, employment, and life skill training. Ex-offenders: ex-offenders will get assistance through the RESTORE and Offender Reentry Initiatives to help with integration back into the community. Residents of public housing:There are 919 households residing in public housing in the Jurisdiction. Additionally, another 1938 households are provided with housing vouchers. Survey of the Housing Authorities identified resident needs including childcare, mental health services, legal services, among others. Discuss the size and characteristics of the population with HIV/AIDS and their families within the Eligible Metropolitan Statistical Area: As the City of Boynton Beach does not receive HOPWA funding, we do not maintain data on this population. However, as described above,within Palm Beach County,there were 8,208 individuals living with HIV at the end of 2017 according to data from the Florida Department of Health, Bureau of HIV/AIDS. Of this total, 64.1%were males and 35.9%females. Discussion: As in past years,the City of Boynton Beach Community Improvement Division will continue to serve on the various boards through the Homeless & Housing Alliance to disseminate information to its residents in need of services for HIV/AIDS and other special needs. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 63 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs—91.215 (f) Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Facilities: Boynton Beach has many diverse public facility's needs, ranging from the need for new facilities to the expansion/rehabilitation of others. Some of the facilities needs identified in this Consolidated Plan include senior centers, handicapped centers, homeless facilities, youth and childcare centers, and facilities for special needs populations. The need for facilities and accessibility improvements for the elderly population is supported by the demographic makeup of the City's population. Twenty-one percent (21.3%) of the City's overall population is aged 65 and over; 17.3%are under 19 years old; and 8.2% have some form of disability. How were these needs determined? The city completed an assessment of the need for public facilities during the development of this Consolidated Plan.The City's FY 2021 Parks and Recreation Plan was reviewed.The needs identified above were directly suggested in consultation with relevant city departments and through comments received at public meetings to discuss the Plan and associated needs. Neighborhood facilities, health facilities, parks, and recreational facilities were considered low need based on community and survey responses. Facilities serving special needs populations such as shelters, group homes, and supportive housing were considered high priority by community stakeholders. Comments and recommendations made by City Commission were also considered. Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Improvements: The following are the most needed public improvements in the city: street improvements, provisions for parking,sidewalks and pedestrian zones,and water/sewer improvements. Public improvements provided under the Consolidated Plan must benefit areas where the residents are at least 51% low-and moderate- income. According to the most recent (2015) ACS Summary data, 13 of the 23 block groups in the City have LMI percentages above 51%, meaning CDBG funds may be used to address some of these improvements. How were these needs determined? The city completed an assessment of the need for public facilities and public improvements. The needs identified above were directly suggested in consultation with relevant city departments. These public improvements were not viewed as a high priority in the community survey, but City staff viewed these activities as impacting more individuals and households than other activities. Comments and recommendations made by City Commission were also considered. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 64 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Describe the jurisdiction's need for Public Services: The need for Public Services in Boynton Beach is driven by demographics,income,the needs of the special needs population,the needs of the homeless and those at risk of homelessness, housing status within the county, a need to educate the population on fair housing issues and specific needs of the underserved and low- and moderate-income population. Boynton Beach has identified the following public services needs which will be addressed with CDBG funds to the extent possible: childcare, preschool, after school care services, health services, domestic violence services, homeless services, disabled services, senior services, youth services, housing and fair housing counseling services,job training, legal services,substance abuse services, and veteran services. How were these needs determined? These needs are supported by statistics outlined below,drawn from the County's 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan which although expressed on a countywide level, can be presumed to reflect the needs of the city proportionally. The latest population estimates for the City of Boynton Beach's CDBG jurisdiction puts the population at 80,380 persons. Of this total, 5% are under 5 years and will need to be provided with childcare services to allow their parents to work.Additionally,after school services are required,especially for those attending elementary school. 21% of the jurisdiction population is over 65 years old, demonstrating the need for senior services. It is important to note that this population is presumed by HUD to be low-and moderate-income. The provision of services to the disabled population, which represents 8.2% of city's population, will be addressed by this Plan and it is anticipated that there will be collaboration between the County and a number of local non-profit providers to address this need. Information posted at Data USA for Palm Beach County revealed that approximately 14.0% of County residents do not have health insurance, thereby supporting the need for the provision of health services to those who cannot afford it. In 2017,a total of 4,613 incidences of domestic violence were reported in Palm Beach County,confirming the need for services aimed at addressing domestic violence. Approximately 3,000 homeless cases are addressed annually in the Palm Beach County Homeless System. This demonstrates the need to combat homelessness by providing homeless prevention and housing services. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 65 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/20211 The County also needs to continue providing services to persons recently released from incarceration to assist with their re-assimilation into society. According to a report by the Department of Public Safety- Division of Justice Services, 1,200 people are released from prison annually. Based on the growing number of youths in the population (5.6%of those aged between 15 and 19),there is a strong need for public services which addresses youth needs. These will include educational services, family counseling for pregnant and parenting teens, and recreational services, etc. Over 70%of households in Palm Beach County are homeowners and many first-time homeowners are not fully conversant with all the intricacies of homeownership, such as: source financing, interacting with realtors and mortgage companies, homeowner responsibilities, and associated costs, among others. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 66 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Housing Market Analysis MA-05 Overview Housing Market Analysis Overview: This section provides a general overview of the City of Boynton Beach housing market, including supply, demand,conditions,and cost of housing. We reviewed key market indicators such as household income, housing supply, age, and conditions of residential structures to understand trends in housing production and demand per income category. • A large percentage of the City's housing stock is older with about 42% built before 1980.An older housing stock indicates the presence of housing problems such as lead-based paint, the need for greater maintenance, and homes that do not meet the needs of today's households.Substandard housing as defined by HUD (lack of complete kitchen or plumbing facilities; overcrowding at 1.01 or more persons per room;and housing cost burden of more than 30%of income toward housing), impacts rental units (62%) more than owner-occupied units (29%). The housing cost burden and the inability of owner-occupied households to maintain their properties due to limited resources is an issue in the City. Owners of houses built prior to 1978 are likely to be elderly who are on fixed incomes and unable to make the necessary repairs to their homes. CDBG allocation has been used for owner-occupied rehabilitation programs in most cities with older housing stock. • There are disparities in homeownership in the City with White non-Hispanic residents having higher homeownership rates (68%) than minority residents. Black residents have the lowest homeownership rates (40%). According to recent studies done by the City such as the 2021 Boynton Beach Racial and Social, Equity Community Needs Assessment, renter households are increasing with over 60% of households moving into Boynton Beach within the past decade. The largest LMI area called the Heart of Boynton has the most concentration of renter households. • From 2015 to 2019, the median home value in Boynton has increased by 50.8 percent, and over the past two years,escalating home prices have mirrored the housing crisis in the County. In 2021, about 40 percent of houses sold above listing prices,and the median number of days that a house stayed on the market is reduced by half. The actions of cash investors especially in LMI neighborhoods have forced up prices making affordability a bigger issue for LMI families trying to recover from the impact of the pandemic. Interviews with community residents and stakeholders shows a disturbing trend of double-digit rent increases that end up forcing residents from their homes and federal subsidized rent restricted units are not turning over. Many landlords are unwilling to accept Section 8 housing choice vouchers because they limit the landlords from charging above-market rents. The 2021 ACS data shows that the median value of an owner- occupied home in the City is $229,100 and median monthly contract rent is $1,551. Some cities are seeking solutions such as requiring landlords who raise rents by more than five percent to give 60-day notices. West Palm Beach requires 60-day notice from landlords raising rent. • The city does not have a public housing authority, but city residents use HUD Section 8 vouchers to rent houses from private sector landlords. There is only one major facility serving the homeless Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 67 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) in the City. Through participation in the countywide CoC, referrals are made through the Lewis Center which then makes assessments and move homeless persons to the appropriate agencies throughout their system. • The City does not have much information on the housing needs of its special needs populations including elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities, and victims of domestic violence. Their needs are served by adult day care centers,group homes,assisted living centers,and shelters that are provided on a County wide basis. City staff keeps a list of such agencies and works through the Palm Beach CofC to refer people in need. Some of the housing needs of the elderly such as home repairs are being addressed through the City's owner-occupied rehabilitation program funded through CDBG and State of Florida SHIP funds. • There are several barriers to affordable housing in the City. These include the lack of resources for affordable housing and related infrastructure, limited availability,and high cost of vacant lots for housing, high cost of construction, unaffordable rents, regulations,and land use controls with unintended effects of limiting housing choices, restrictive affordability periods, and limited housing options. The City worked with the Boynton Beach CRA to purchase lots for donation to two affordable housing non-profits. Increasing costs and competition from cash investors increases the need for more inclusive and mixed-income housing options for LMI families. • For non-housing community development needs, there is a need for more high-end manufacturing jobs with livable wages and skilled workers to meet the needs of businesses that are recovering from the pandemic. The City has hired an Economic Development Director that is focused on addressing disparities and improving the economic base. • There are not racially/ethnically concentrated areas of poverty (R/ECAP) within the City of Boynton Beach. Areas with general housing problems are concentrated in the Heart of Boynton LMI area of the City. With the completion of a disparity study by the FIU, the City is planning several strategic initiatives.These include addressing racial and social equity issues,strengthening access to resources for its underserved population, building an equitable economy and open opportunities for all residents,through an improved government delivery system. • The City's need for broadband is provided through five companies in the City with plans providing at least>25/3 Mbps download/upload speed. However,there is a disparity in services based on incomes with households with incomes under$56,000 having much lower access than those with higher incomes. Service availability is good, but the affordability of the service to low- and moderate-income households is the biggest challenge. • LMI households especially those near to the coast such as Boynton Beach face disproportionate impacts of hazards such as hurricanes and the effect on climate change. In 2021, Palm Beach County completed a comprehensive joint climate-change vulnerability assessment with Boynton Beach and six other municipalities. This study examined the socioeconomic impacts of various climate threats in these areas. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 68 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-10 Number of Housing Units—91.210(a)&(b)(2) Introduction The purpose of the Market Analysis is to examine current housing market conditions in the City to identify any gaps in meeting the needs of residents. This section of the Plan provides an estimate of the current supply of housing and includes an examination of the existing housing inventory by property type, size, and tenure (owners/renters). Palm Beach County is the largest county in Florida by area covering 2,383 square miles.The City of Boynton Beach is the third largest municipality in Palm Beach County. According to the 2013-2017 American Community Survey(ACS),there are an estimated 36,375 housing units within the city,with approximately 19% being vacant housing units. The rental vacancy rate is reported as 8.2%, but with current market conditions it is lower than available ACS data shows. Examining tenure of occupied units, 17,650 (48.5%) units are owner occupied and 11,575 (31.8%) are renter occupied. An estimated 61% housing units are in properties with between one (1) and four (4) units; 38% housing units are in properties with five (5) or more units. Among all residential units approximately 2% are mobile homes/boat/RV/van/etc. Per the 2013-2017 ACS, approximately 49% of all owner-occupied housing units have three bedrooms or more, while 44% have two bedrooms, and 6% have one bedroom or less. For rental housing units, 27% have three bedrooms or more, 43% have two bedrooms,and 29% have one bedroom or less. All residential properties by number of units Property Type Number 1-unit detached structure 14,615 40% 1-unit, attached structure 4,330 12% 2-4 units 3,270 9% 5-19 units 5,755 16% 20 or more units 7,840 22% Mobile Home, boat, RV, van, etc. 565 2% Total 36,375 100% Table 27— Residential Properties by Unit Number Data 2013-2017 ACS Source: Unit Size by Tenure Owners Renters Number % Number No bedroom 30 0% 515 4% 1 bedroom 1,120 6% 2,950 25% Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 69 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Owners Renters Number % Number 2 bedrooms 7,805 44% 5,030 43% 3 or more bedrooms 8,695 49% 3,080 27% Total 17,650 99% 11,575 99% Table 28—Unit Size by Tenure Data 2013-2017 ACS Source: Describe the number and targeting (income level/type of family served) of units assisted with federal, state, and local programs. The City of Boynton Beach targets 25 low, low-moderate income families/units to assist with homeownership, primarily through the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program. Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from the affordable housing inventory for any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts. Data is not available that specifically addresses the City limits of Boynton Beach, so Statewide and Countywide trends are helpful for assessing the conditions in the city. According to the Shimberg Center's Rental Market Study 2019, 674,201 rental units were added to the housing stock in Florida from 2000- 2017. Housing units with a rental cost of$1,000 or more grew by 718,166,while units with rental costs of $1,000 or decreased by 43,956 units. In addition, cost burdened households have also increased. According to the Palm Beach County Housing Needs Assessment,rental units that rent for less than$1,250 are being lost each year,while rental units that rent for more than $1,250 are being added. Does the availability of housing units meet the needs of the population? The Palm Beach County Affordable Housing Needs Assessment states: • Palm Beach County has an existing affordable housing demand supply gap of 33,334 moderately priced (80-120 percent MHI) owner units and 44,200 lower income priced (< 80 percent MHI) renter units • Palm Beach County's Workforce Housing Program has produced 485 workforce housing units for rent and 92 units for sale • Average annual loss of 17,167 affordable housing units since 2014 due to market appreciation • Average annual supply gap of 2,732 housing units during the last 10 years as housing construction activity has not kept pace with the County's population growth Describe the need for specific types of housing: According to the 2016-2020 ACS, the vacancy rate for homeowners in Boynton Beach is only 2.0%, demonstrating that 98% of the homeowner units are occupied. The vacancy rate for renters is 8.2%, and 91.8% units are occupied. The average household size for owner occupied units is 2.46 persons, and the average household size of rental units is 2.68 persons. Of all occupied housing units, 96.9% have 1.00 or Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 70 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) less occupants per room. Therefore,there is the greatest need for housing that has at least 2-3 bedrooms for owners and renters. Discussion As the population continues to increase,the City of Boynton Beach will need to expand the housing stock of affordable and available units to households of various income ranges. According to research by Apartment List,a housing analysis firm, Florida leads the nation in rental unaffordability with almost 57% of all renters considered cost burdened. More than a third of households in the State of Florida are renters.The situation is even worse for low-income Floridians,with 79%of them spending more than half their earnings to keep a roof over their heads,according to the National Low Income Housing Coalition.A study by the Shimberg Center for Housing Studies at the University of Florida shows the gap between salaries and housing costs is widening. According to the Shimberg Center, two-thirds of new households are renter households, which caused the homeownership rate to decrease in 2019 to 58% from 64% in 2000,further emphasizing the increasing demand for rental units.The Shimberg Center continues to state that there are only 23 affordable and available rental units for every 100 extremely low-income (<30% AMI) renter households. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 71 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing-91.210(a) Introduction According to the American Community Survey(ACS) data provided in the table below, between 2009 and 2017 in Boynton Beach,the median value of homes decreased by 23%and median contract rent increased by 22%. Since 2015, however, the 2021 ACS data shows that median sales price has increased by an additional 39.4%to$229,100 and median contract rent has increased by an additional 24.6%to$1,551. Cost of Housing Base Year: 2009 Most Recent Year: % Change 2017 Median Home Value 214,100 164,300 (23%) Median Contract Rent 1,022 1,245 22% Table 29—Cost of Housing Data Source: 2000 Census (Base Year), 2013-2017 ACS (Most Recent Year) Rent Paid Number % Less than $500 543 4.7% $500-999 2,650 22.9% $1,000-1,499 4,975 43.0% $1,500-1,999 2,620 22.6% $2,000 or more 785 6.8% Total 11,573 100.0% Table 30- Rent Paid Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS Housing Affordability % Units affordable to Renter Owner Households earning 30% HAMFI 55 No Data 50% HAM Fl 495 2,090 80% HAMFI 3,955 5,505 100% HAM Fl No Data 7,910 Total 4,505 15,505 Table 31— Housing Affordability Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 72 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Monthly Rent Monthly Rent ($) Efficiency (no 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom bedroom) Fair Market Rent $ 1,050 $ 1,280 $ 1,580 $ 2,120 $ 2,580 High HOME Rent Low HOME Rent Table 32—Monthly Rent Data Source: HUD FMR and HOME Rents Is there sufficient housing for households at all income levels? Based on CHAS data,there is a shortage of units affordable to lower income renter and owner households within the jurisdiction, particularly for households with incomes at or below 50% AMI. CHAS data in the housing affordability table indicates that only 1.2% of renter units are affordable to 30% or below AMI households; 11% of units are affordable to 50%AMI households; and 87% of units are affordable to 80% AMI. For owner units, there is an insufficient supply of affordable housing units for households at 50% AMI and below, with only 13.5% of units affordable; 35.5% are affordable to households with 80% AMI and 51%affordable to households with 100%AMI. How is affordability of housing likely to change considering changes to home values and/or rents? The 2013-2017 ACS data shows that the largest group of renters(43%)of renters pay rent between$1,000 and $1,499. As the median gross rent for Boynton Beach continues to rise ($1,551 per 2021 ACS), a very large group of renters will be unable to afford rental units. Housing prices—in both the rental and ownership markets—are rising faster than incomes, widening the affordability gap. If trends continue, affordability will continue to decline, particularly for wage and service workers whose incomes remain flat. How do HOME rents/ Fair Market Rent compare to Area Median Rent? How might this impact your strategy to produce or preserve affordable housing? This is not applicable. Discussion As housing costs continue to increase beyond the pace of household incomes,the number of households who are cost burdened and financially limited regarding their housing choices will continue increase. Despite the 29.4% of households paying $1,500 and above in contract rent, this population does not represent the majority of residents who require less expensive rental units. Homebuyer assistance and housing subsidies remain limited,creating barriers for housing choice among a substantial majority of City residents who cannot achieve homeownership and rely on the supply of housing affordable to their income. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 73 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-20 Housing Market Analysis:Condition of Housing—91.210(a) Introduction This section summarizes condition indicators that are available from the U.S. Census and from HUD. According to the 2016-2020 American Community Survey (ACS), Boynton Beach's housing inventory consists of an estimated 37,498 housing units. The majority of the units (57.8%) were built after 1980. According to the ACS,81%of the units were occupied,while 19%units were vacant.The ACS data indicates that of the housing conditions considered by HUD as components of substandard housing (lack of complete kitchen or plumbing facilities; overcrowding at 1.01 or more persons per room; and housing cost burden at more than 30% of income toward housing), the incidence of units with one or more conditions is higher for rental units (62%)than for owner-occupied units (29%). Definitions Housing with no conditions: • Standard Condition -A dwelling unit that meets HUD Section 8 Housing Quality Standards (HQS) (24 CFR 982.401) and all applicable state and local building codes and ordinances,with no major defects in the structure and only minor maintenance is required. Such a dwelling will have the following characteristics:reliable roofs,sound foundations,adequate and stable floors,walls,and ceilings, surfaces and woodwork that are not seriously damaged nor have paint deterioration, sound windows and doors, adequate heating, plumbing and electrical systems, adequate insulation and adequate water and sewer systems and are not overcrowded as defined by local code. Housing problems are defined as: • Substandard housing—households without hot and cold piped water, a flush toilet, a bathtub or shower; or with kitchen facilities that lack a sink with piped water, a stove or range, or a refrigerator. • Severely Overcrowded — households housing more than 1.51. persons per room excluding bathrooms, porches,foyers, halls,or half-rooms. • Overcrowded—households housing 1.01 to 1.5 persons per room excluding bathrooms, porches, foyers, halls,or half-rooms. • Severe Cost Burden(>50%)—the fraction of the household's total gross income spent on housing costs exceeds 50%. For renters, housing costs include rent plus utilities. For owners,housing costs include mortgage payment,taxes, insurance,and utilities. • Cost Burden(>30-50%)—the fraction of the household's total gross income spent on housing costs exceeds 30%but is less than 50%. For renters,housing costs include rent plus utilities.For owners, housing costs include mortgage payment,taxes, insurance, and utilities. • Substandard but suitable for rehabilitation — Housing units that have one or more of the previously indicated housing conditions but have no critical structural and/or environmental defects and are financially feasible to rehabilitate. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 74 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Condition of Units Condition of Units Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % With one selected Condition 5,010 28% 6,470 56% With two selected Conditions 170 1% 670 6% With three selected Conditions 0 0% 20 0% With four selected Conditions 0 0% 0 0% No selected Conditions 12,470 71% 4,415 38% Total 17,650 100% 11,575 100% ' Table 33-Condition of Units Data 2013-2017 ACS Source: Year Unit Built Year Unit Built Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % 2000 or later 1,995 11% 3,680 32% 1980-1999 6,785 38% 4,380 38% 1950-1979 8,535 48% 3,370 29% Before 1950 345 2% 140 1% Total 17,660 99% 11,570 100% Table 34—Year Unit Built Data 2013-2017 CHAS Source: Risk of Lead-Based Paint Hazard Risk of Lead-Based Paint Hazard Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % Total Number of Units Built Before 1980 8,880 50% 3,510 30% Housing Units build before 1980 with children present 2,360 13% 1,105 10% Table 35—Risk of Lead-Based Paint Data 2013-2017 ACS (Total Units) 2013-2017 CHAS (Units with Children present) Source: Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 75 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Vacant Units Suitable for Not Suitable for Total Rehabilitation Rehabilitation Vacant Units Abandoned Vacant Units REO Properties Abandoned REO Properties Table 36 -Vacant Units Need for Owner and Rental Rehabilitation Per the 2013-2017 ACS data provided by HUD, 29% of owner-occupied housing units (5,180) and 62% of renter occupied housing units(7,160) have one or more of the conditions to consider the property to have a housing problem, such as substandard housing, overcrowding or cost burden. The data suggests that the need for rehabilitation is twice as great for renter-occupied units and owner-occupied units. The majority of renter-occupied units may need some form of rehabilitation to correct the kitchen, plumbing, or other similar conditions According to HomeFacts, a website that aggregates real estate and neighborhood data, Palm Beach County is in a very high-risk hurricane zone. Nearly 100 hurricanes have been recorded in Palm Beach County since 1930. Older structures may also be at greater risk of sustaining damage caused by tropical storms and hurricanes, due to the fact that the Florida Building Code (FBC) did not go into effect until 2002. Only 11% (1,995) of owner-occupied housing units and 32% (3,680) of rent-occupied housing units were built in 2000 or later. Estimated Number of Housing Units Occupied by Low-or Moderate-Income Families with LBP Hazards According to HUD's Guidelines for the Evaluation and Control of Lead-Based Paint Hazards in Housing (2012 Edition), the likelihood of lead-based paint being present in a residential dwelling is closely associated with the age of the structure. Per HUD,approximately 11%of housing units built between 1960 and 1977 in the U.S. are estimated to have "significant lead-based paint hazards, as compared to 39%for units built between 1940 and 1959 and 67%for units prior to 1940". According to the 2013-2017 CHAS data, 50% of owner-occupied units within Boynton Beach (8,880) and 30% of renter-occupied units (3,510) were built prior to 1980, raising the possibility of a unit at risk for lead-based paint hazards. The need for rehabilitation related to potential lead-based remediation is greater for owner-occupied units than renter-occupied units.Young children remain at risk for Lead-based paint (LBP) poisoning, and lead-based paint and lead-contaminated dust in older buildings are common sources of lead poisoning in children per research by the Mayo Clinic. Among owner-households, 13% (2,360 units) were built before 1980 and include children under the age of 18. For renter-occupied households, 10% (1,105 units)were built before 1980 and include children under the age of 18. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 76 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Discussion One-half of the owner-occupied housing stock in the jurisdiction was developed pre-1980,and older units may benefit from rehabilitation and mitigation activities, ensuring the housing stock is maintained in a decent and safe manner.Although newer,the renter-occupied housing stock has a higher rate of housing problems (62% with one or more condition). Dedicating funding sources to support these activities for both owner-occupied and renter-occupied properties helps preserve the housing stock for low- and moderate-income households. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 77 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing—91.210(b) Introduction The City of Boynton Beach is served by the Palm Beach County Housing Authority (PBCHA). PBCHA owns and manages four public housing communities in West Palm Beach and Lantana, as well as forty-three single family homes throughout Boynton Beach. PBCHA does not have any waitlists open at this time.The table below presents the inventory of units and vouchers available provided by the housing authority for low-income public housing for individuals and families. Totals Number of Units Program Type Certificate Mod- Public Vouchers Rehab Housing Total Project Tenant Special Purpose Voucher -based -based Veterans Family Disabled Affairs Unification Supportive Program Housing • U of units vouchers available 0 0 495 2,595 78 2,517 0 2,579 0 U of accessible units *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Table 37—Total Number of Units by Program Type Data PIC (PIH Information Center) Source: Describe the supply of public housing developments: There was no information available on the supply of public housing developments for Boynton Beach. Describe the number and physical condition of public housing units in the jurisdiction,including those that are participating in an approved Public Housing Agency Plan: The HUD Multifamily inspection report shows that Compton Place at Renaissance Commons in Boynton Beach was inspected on March 18, 2020 and received a REAC score of 91 (out of 100). Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 78 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Public Housing Condition Public Housing Development Average Inspection Score Table 38- Public Housing Condition Describe the restoration and revitalization needs of public housing units in the jurisdiction: According to the Palm Beach County FY2020-2024 Consolidated Plan, PBCHA actively pursues grants and other funding opportunities to expand housing stock within its jurisdiction. The housing authority's properties sustained approximately$1.84 million in damages from Hurricane Irma in 2017 and continues to utilize available funds and identify available resources to repair its portfolio to pre-hurricane status. The authority continues to maintain and keep dwelling units and common areas in public housing sites well maintained.The urgent need for additional Senior/Disabled ADA compliant housing remains and the housing authority continues to pursue adding six new ADA compliant units at Schall Landings site in nearby West Palm Beach. Describe the public housing agency's strategy for improving the living environment of low- and moderate-income families residing in public housing: The PBCHA strategy for improving the living environment of their residents focuses on ensuring a safe living environment and reducing the crime rate. Partnering with the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office (PBSO) increases the ability to achieve this goal.Additionally, income mixing of lower income families into higher income developments in public housing can deconcentrate poverty and help to improve the living environment. According to the Palm Beach County FY2020-2024 Consolidated Plan, PBCHA continues to work to improve housing conditions by leveraging public and private resources to create additional housing opportunities and providing more choices for its residents; renovate and modernize housing units that have become obsolete; provide aftercare for school age children. Daycare facilities, reading programs, and self-sufficiency programs have also been implemented to help improve the living environment for families residing in public housing. Discussion: Please see information above. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 79 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services—91.210(c) Introduction There are very few facilities serving the homeless within the city. Referrals are coordinated and channeled through the Senator Phillip D. Lewis Homeless Resource Center (HRC), which serves as the centralized point of entry for families and individuals experiencing homelessness in Boynton Beach and the surrounding areas within Palm Beach County. Adopt-A-Family operates the Family Division of HRC, navigating over 500 families with children annually towards shelter and assistance through programs such as Program REACH, Project SAFE Self-Sufficiency, Empowerment and Educational programs. Referrals are available 24 hours a day, 365 days per year to the Lewis Center where a team of service providers, each offering a distinct service to meet the unique needs of each client. The information below is drawn from the Palm Beach County 2020—2024 Consolidated Plan and reflects the county as a whole. Several agencies provide a variety of services to support the complex needs of the homeless population in Palm Beach County. These needs not only include shelter for varying lengths of time, but also include basic needs such as food, clothing, and transportation. Many agencies provide supportive services, such as case management, medical screening, and counseling for financial, legal, substance abuse, employment, and life skills, among others. The complexity makes it difficult to provide a brief inventory of all housing facilities and services. In completing the homeless inventory below, the terms emergency shelter,transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing are defined as the following: Emergency Shelter: "Any facility with overnight sleeping accommodations,the primary purpose of which is to provide temporary shelter for the homeless in general or for specific populations of the homelessness." (24 CFR 91.5) Transitional Housing: "A project that is designed to provide housing and appropriate supportive services to homeless persons to facilitate movement to independent living within 24 months, or a longer period approved by HUD". (24 CFR 91.5) Permanent Supportive Housing: This term is not defined by the regulations. Palm Beach County Homeless and Housing Alliance (CoC)defines it as long-term housing with supportive services for people who are not able to live independently. The following inventory identifies 415 emergency shelter beds, 127 transitional shelter beds, and 1,009 permanent supportive housing beds. Note that "chronically homeless households", "veterans", and "unaccompanied youth" are subpopulations and the beds for which are a duplicate count of the beds reported in another category. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 80 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households Emergency Shelter Beds Transitional Permanent Supportive Housing Housing Beds Beds Year- Voucher/ Current & Current & Under Round Seasonal/ New New Development Beds Overflow (Current & Beds New) Households with 269 4 32 341 0 Adult(s) and Child(ren) Households with 134 4 95 668 0 Only Adults Chronically 0 0 0 546 0 Homeless • Households Veterans 23 0 20 431 0 Unaccompanied 53 0 38 60 0 Youth Table 39 - Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 81 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Describe mainstream services, such as health, mental health, and employment services to the extent those services are used to complement services targeted to homeless persons Palm Beach County coordinates with various community partners who provide health, mental health,and employment services to ensure these services are offered to the County's homeless population. The County's Homeless Outreach Team (HOT Team), which spearheads the County's homeless outreach program, conducts initial screenings, and makes appropriate referrals in the field for services. Many of these requests are for health and/or mental health services. Most of these referrals are to the County's Health Department, Found Care,South County Mental Health Center, Legacy Behavioral Health, and the Southeast Florida Behavioral Health Network. The Senator Philip D. Lewis Center (the County's Homeless Resource Center) also conducts assessments and makes referrals for health and mental health services to the organizations named above. These entities provide health care and mental health services to the County's general population, including the low income and homeless population. Health services include but not limited to health screenings, routine preventive care, diagnostic services, and limited dental services. Mental health services provided include assessments, counseling, and individual treatment plans. These mental health services facilitate client's (both homeless and non-homeless) recovery and their reintegration back into the community. The County collaborates with The Lord's Place and Gulfstream Goodwill to provide employment training for all segments of the County's population, including the low income and homeless population. These agencies' employment services offer diverse programming (apprenticeships, training, education classes, and job coaching services) that assist clients to develop vocational and educational goals leading to employment and self-sufficiency. CareerSource of Palm Beach County also assist job seekers (both homeless and non-homeless) to achieve career success. CareerSource operates three (3) full-service career centers within Palm Beach County that provide career-counseling, use of computers, phones and fax machines for job searches, training opportunities and job placement. List and describe services and facilities that meet the needs of homeless persons, particularly chronically homeless individuals and families,families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth. If the services and facilities are listed on screen SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure or screen MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services, describe how these facilities and services specifically address the needs of these populations. Facility Type: Emergency Shelter Facility(451 Beds) Description: Any facility with overnight sleeping accommodations, the primary purpose of which is to provide temporary shelter for up to 90 days. Population Served: Homeless singles, families,veterans, veterans with families, unaccompanied youth Facility Type:Transitional Housing Facility(127 Beds) Description:A project that is designed to provide housing and appropriate supportive services to homeless persons to facilitate movement to independent living within 24 months. Population Served: Homeless singles,families,veterans, veterans with families, unaccompanied youth Facility Type: Permanent Supportive Housing (1,009 Beds) Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 82 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Description:A project that is designed to provide permanent housing and appropriate supportive services to persons who are unable to live independently. Population Served: Homeless singles,families,veterans,veterans with families, unaccompanied youth, chronically homeless individuals and families Facility Service: Homeless Prevention Description:Rent/utility/mortgage assistance necessary to keep the"at risk of homelessness" population housed Population Served:Singles,families,veterans,veterans with families who meet the HUD's definition of "at risk of homelessness" Facility Service: Rapid Re-Housing Description: Rental/utility assistance necessary to move the homeless as quickly as possible into permanent housing to achieve housing stability. Population Served: Homeless singles,families,veterans,veterans with families, unaccompanied youth Facility Service:Outreach Services Description: Services include in field assessments and referrals to the County's Homeless Resource Center, mental health facilities,substance abuse centers, and medical facilities Population Served: Homeless singles,families,veterans,veterans with families, unaccompanied youth, chronically homeless individuals, and families Facility Service:Supportive Services Description:Supportive services that are offered by many of the County's partners included but not limited to case management, life skills,substance abuse treatment, mental health services,education, financial counseling,AIDS/HIV related treatment and counseling, employment assistance,childcare,and transportation. Population Served: Homeless singles,families,veterans,veterans with families, unaccompanied youth, chronically homeless individuals, and families Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 83 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services—91.210(d) Introduction Special needs populations are inclusive of the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities to include mental, physical, and developmental, persons with alcohol and drug additions, and persons with HIV/AIDS. The City of Boynton Beach is unable to assess the number of persons that require supportive housing other than at the County level but reaffirms its longstanding commitment to support agencies who address those needs of these persons whenever possible. Within the County, special needs facilities and services are made available through local public and private (typically non-profit) programs. Including the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities (mental, physical, developmental), persons with alcohol or other drug addictions, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, public housing residents and any other categories the jurisdiction may specify, and describe their supportive housing needs Persons with special needs have a need for more affordable housing resources as indicated by those agencies committed to serving them. There continues to be a need for group homes and housing choice vouchers for rental assistance for those persons who can still obtain employment and live independently. Per information obtained from Palm Beach County, the non-homeless special needs populations experience many of the very same supportive housing needs as homeless populations. These needs are typically the result of the individuals being on a fixed income, having no or a bad credit history, health issues, a lack of job opportunities, a lack of affordable health care, and substance abuse or mental health disorders. The supportive housing needs of these groups include affordable housing, rental subsidies, financial management counseling, relocation assistance, education and employment services, access to legal services, and affordable quality childcare. Supportive housing needs of the elderly and persons with disabilities are provided by adult day care centers, group homes, assisted living centers, nursing homes if a higher level of care is required, transportation, and in-home support (personal care attendant, homemakers, home health aides). Victims/survivors of domestic violence seeking help require emergency shelter, transitional to long-term housing, and services for regaining independence. The HOPWA program and the Ryan White program, administered by the City of West Palm Beach and Palm Beach County, provide services to persons with AIDS/HIV and to their families.The HOPWA program funds are used to fund non-profit agencies that provide housing services to homeless/or persons afflicted with AIDS/HIV who are at-risk of becoming homeless. Services provided by the program include tenant- based rental assistance, short-term rent, mortgage and utility assistance, facility/project based housing, and supportive services.The Ryan White program,among other things,primarily assists AIDS/HIV infected persons who are at risk of becoming homeless. Youths aging out of foster care who opt to stay in extended foster care are provided with housing and a stipend by Child Net in Palm Beach County. Currently,some 75 to 90 foster children in Palm Beach County age out of foster care each year.Their most immediate needs are transitional housing,affordable housing, relocation assistance, financial counseling, education, employment and life skill training, affordable healthcare, substance abuse education. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 84 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Veterans and ex-offenders most immediate needs are affordable housing(tenant-based rental assistance, short-term rent, mortgage and utility assistance, facility/project-based housing); accommodation in emergency and transitional facilities, where appropriate; residential and community case management; peer support group interactions;family unification;education and employment services,substance abuse education; and financial counseling. Describe programs for ensuring that persons returning from mental and physical health institutions receive appropriate supportive housing To oversee individuals returning from civil or forensic psychiatric hospitals, the Southeast Florida Behavioral Network provides coordination and services whereby patients are followed from beginning to end of their hospitalization and actively participates in the client's discharge planning. Additionally, Legacy Behavioral Health provides services to patients throughout Palm Beach County. Services include individual intensive case management; supported employment; vocational rehabilitation; on-the-job training; supported and supervised housing; substance abuse services; and residential treatment and care. Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to address the housing and supportive services needs identified in accordance with 91.215(e)with respect to persons who are not homeless but have other special needs. Link to one-year goals. 91.315(e) The City of Boynton Beach continues to support non-profits organizations in the city who provides services to this underserved group. The agency is also a strong supporter of the Homeless Housing Alliance of Palm Beach County. For entitlement/consortia grantees: Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to address the housing and supportive services needs identified in accordance with 91.215(e) with respect to persons who are not homeless but have other special needs. Link to one-year goals. (91.220(2)) The City will: • Provide SHIP funding for homeownership assistance for persons who are not homeless, but have other special needs. • Rehabilitate home(s)for persons with special needs. • Provide public service funding for Pathways to Prosperity Self-sufficiency educational programs to low income residents. • Provide funding for Alzheimer's Community Care, Inc. which provide services to low income residents suffering with Alzheimer's Disease. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 85 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing—91.210(e) Negative Effects of Public Policies on Affordable Housing and Residential Investment The City of Boynton Beach last amended its Housing Element in 2008.The overarching goal of the Housing Element is "To provide decent, safe, and sanitary housing in suitable neighborhood environments at a range of costs and variety of types necessary to meet the needs of present and future residents of the City".This goal is very broad and falls within the norms for almost all municipalities. Additional goals which more specifically prioritize affordable housing should be developed to increase its success. The City's Zoning Code defines a family as "One (1) or more persons occupying a single dwelling unit and using common cooking facilities. Families who provide care in their own home as duly state-licensed foster family homes, in which dependent children have been duly placed by the State of Florida, and which include not more than five (5)children (both natural and foster) in the household, are expressly included within this term."This definition is in line with the definition provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. In addition, the housing policy established by the Future Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan states that the City "shall provide a mix of available residential densities to accommodate a variety of housing types sufficient to meet the needs of the present and projected population of the City,including the provision of adequate sites for housing very low-, low-and moderate- income households and for mobile and manufactured homes."While the definition of"family"and Future Land Use elements are adequate, there are still existing barriers to the development maintenance and improvement of affordable housing. The most significant barriers to developing affordable housing include the following: • The lack of adequate public policies that support the creation of affordable housing - The Housing Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan establishes goals, objectives, and policies aimed at providing adequate housing for the City's residents. However, the Housing Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan has not been updated since 2008. The goals, objectives, and policies of the Housing element should be updated to reflect the current conditions of the City. • Lack of resources for affordable housing and infrastructure in support of affordable especially renter housing: As grant sources, both Federal and State, are declining, resources for developing affordable housing are limited. Limited funding resources and the cost of retrofitting existing houses are barriers to the availability and accessibility of housing for persons with disabilities.The majority of the City's CDBG is not projected to be spent on affordable housing initiatives. • Business Tax Receipt: A business tax receipt is required for the long-term rental of a property. The City should ensure that the inspections required to obtain a Business Receipt cover an evaluation of the property that ensures the accommodations are safe to be inhabited. Roof Truss tests may be required as part of the inspection process for manufactured home long-term rentals. This will ensure that the property conforms to HUD regulations for manufactured homes. • Limited Housing Options: The Housing Element mentions housing options in supportive housing but does not talk specifically about the type of houses such as accessory dwelling units that can accommodate new housing units in existing neighborhoods, provide housing options for lower- income persons,and allow for efficient use of the city's existing housing stock and infrastructure. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 86 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) • Impact Fees: Impact fees also pose a barrier to affordable housing. Currently,the impact fees for residential units 800 square feet in size or smaller are $2,699.22. Coupled with today's construction costs, impact fees can disincentivize affordable housing projects. • Zoning Regulations: Regulations and land use controls may also create unintended effects of reducing the availability of affordable housing as they may significantly impact the location and type of housing and business investments and may increase the cost of development. The development review and code compliance processes also tend to fall within the regulatory processes. Code compliance is essential to eliminate slums and blight but if not combined with adequate community engagement, it may become disastrous as residents may not comply and seek legal remedy. The City's Code Compliance Department should ensure that it is dedicated to enforcement as well as adequate community engagement. • Group Homes: Group homes are allowed per the City's Zoning Code. There is no distance requirement established between each group home establishment. However, conditional use approval is required for group homes to be permitted in several zoning districts within the City. The additional approval requirement creates a barrier to affordable housing for residents requiring this type of housing. • Accessory Dwelling Units: Accessory Dwelling Units are not allowed per the zoning code for residential purposes in single-family zoning districts.They are only allowed as an accessory use to any lawful non-residential principal use within a non-residential building. In addition, the living area requirement is seven hundred fifty (750) square feet and limited to occupancy by the property owner or business operator.Accessory Dwelling Units should be allowed as an accessory to lawful residential principal uses. • Restrictive Affordability Periods: The City has established an affordability period of 15 years for homes assisted through the CDBG and SHIP owner-occupied housing rehabilitation programs. It is quite possible, especially for elderly homeowners, that this may be a barrier to program participation. Neither program rules require affordability periods and the City's intent was to establish these requirements to preserve affordable housing. However,many of the homeowners of older housing stock in the city are likely to be elderly persons who may be reluctant to accept a lien and for such a long period. There are existing barriers to the development maintenance and improvement of affordable housing.The most significant barriers to developing affordable housing include the lack of adequate public policies that support the creation of affordable housing. The Housing Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan establishes goals, objectives, and policies aimed at providing adequate housing for the City's residents. However, the Housing Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan has not been updated since 2008. The goals, objectives,and policies of the Housing element should be updated to reflect the current conditions of the City. Furthermore,the housing policy established by the Future Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan states that the City shall provide a mix of available residential densities to accommodate a variety of housing types sufficient to meet the needs of the present and projected population of the City, including the provision of adequate sites for housing very low-, low- and moderate-income households and for mobile and manufactured homes." Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 87 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets—91.215 (f) Introduction As one of South Florida's emerging local economies, the City of Boynton Beach has a diverse, innovative economy that aims to promote a healthy and vibrant community through locally based, regionally driven economic development. We are part of the Miami-Fort Lauderdale-West Palm Beach Metro Area with a market of over 6.5 million people within 100 miles.Our unemployment rate currently sits at 3.5%and has a median age of 42.8. The three main sectors of our economy are healthcare/social assistance, retail trade, and accommodation/food services. We have over 9,600 businesses currently operating within the city to date that have created over 21,000 jobs. We have a thriving and emerging micro-brewery sector with 4 successful breweries. There are currently five major developments taking place in the city: • 500 Ocean • Riverwalk Plaza • Ocean One • Villages East Ocean • Town Square Boynton Beach ranks as one of the top 10 cities in Florida for affordability based on property market value, with a total market value of$8,959,904,023. Economic Development Market Analysis Business Activity Business by Sector Number of Number Share of Share Jobs less Workers of Jobs Workers of Jobs workers % Agriculture, Mining, Oil & Gas Extraction 520 4 2 0 -2 Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations 5,420 5,261 18 17 0 Construction 1,713 2,242 6 7 2 Education and Health Care Services 6,075 7,615 7 4 -3 Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate 2,134 1,266 7 4 -3 Information 582 194 2 1 -1 Manufacturing 823 803 3 3 0 Other Services 1,348 1,019 4 3 -1 Professional, Scientific, Management Services 2,731 4,007 9 13 4 Public Administration 0 0 0 0 0 Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 88 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Business by Sector Number of Number Share of Share Jobs less Workers of Jobs Workers of Jobs workers Retail Trade 4,431 5,435 14 18 3 Transportation and Warehousing 714 500 2 2 -1 Wholesale Trade 1,261 747 4 2 -2 Total 27,752 29,093 -- -- -- Table 40- Business Activity Data 2016-2020 ACS Narrative Profile—Boynton Beach Source: Labor Force Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force 49,418 Civilian Employed Population 16 years and over 29,978 Unemployment Rate 3.8 Unemployment Rate for Ages 16-24 53.14 Unemployment Rate for Ages 25-65 9.51 Table 41 - Labor Force Data 2016-2020 ACS Narrative Summary Source: Occupations for the Civilian Employed Population 16 Years and over in Boynton Beach city, Florida in 2016-2020 ivilian employed population 16 years and over Number. 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Management, business,sciences,and arts occupations 13,747 34.1 Service occupations 10,045 24.9 Sales and office occupations 9,920 24.6 Natural resources,construction, and maintenance occupations 2,696 6.7 Production,transportation,and material moving occupations 3,868 9.6 Table 42—Occupations by Sector Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 89 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Data 2013-2017 ACS Source: Occupations by Sector Number of People Management, business and financial 7,160 Farming, fisheries and forestry occupations 1,675 Service 4,980 Sales and office 9,925 Construction, extraction, maintenance and repair 2,175 Production, transportation and material moving 1,420 Travel Time Travel Time Number Percentage < 30 Minutes 18,976 63.3% 30-59 Minutes 8,729 31.3% 60 or More Minutes 1,510 5.4% Total 28,700 100% Table 43 -Travel Time Data 2016-2020 ACS Narrative Summary Source: Education: Educational Attainment by Employment Status(Population 16 and Older) Educational Attainment In Labor Force Civilian Employed Unemployed Not in Labor Force Less than high school graduate 2,526 474 1,234 High school graduate(includes 6,175 1,127 2,065 equivalency) Some college or associate 9,424 1,231 1,714 degree Bachelor's degree or higher 7,661 502 924 Table 44- Educational Attainment by Employment Status Data 2009- 2013 ACS Source: Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 90 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Educational Attainment by Age --- -- Age 18-24 yrs. 25-34 yrs. 35-44 yrs. 45-65 yrs. 65+yrs. Less than 9th grade 101 280 299 982 1,176 9th to 12th grade, no 1,124 629 675 1,369 1,346 diploma High school graduate, 1,906 2,037 1,746 4,182 3,377 GED, or alternative Some college, no 1,757 2,483 1,746 4,182 3,377 degree Associate degree 548 1,122 837 1,999 653 Bachelor's degree 360 1,748 1,891 2,765 2,191 Graduate or 39 809 800 1,074 1,453 professional degree Table 45 - Educational Attainment by Age Data Source: 2009-2013 ACS Educational Attainment— Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Educational Attainment Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Less than high school graduate 18,077 High school graduate (includes 26,016 equivalency) Some college or associate degree 33,345 Bachelor's degree 44,195 Graduate or professional degree 46,310 Table 46— Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Data Source: 2013-2017 ACS Based on the Business Activity table above, what are the major employment sectors within your jurisdiction? • Education and Healthcare/Social Service — The city is home to one of the country's top 100 hospitals and features two magnet elementary schools among many excellent secondary schools, three universities, and two major career development colleges. • Retail Trade—Over 560 (16%) of the city's businesses are retailers with 11 million square feet of rentable building area available. Recent data on rental rates reflect an increase over the past ten years. Also, retail vacancy rates have declined over the recent past and remained stable during the pandemic. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 91 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) • Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations/Food Services — More than 230 restaurants operated within the city, and one-quarter of all businesses are restaurants. The city also has several large hotels providing job opportunities from entry-level to management. Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community: The City's workforce would significantly benefit from more high-end manufacturing jobs with livable wages. Recent success in attracting more high-tech businesses is addressing this need. Describe any major changes that may have an economic impact, such as planned local or regional public or private sector investments or initiatives that have affected or may affect job and business growth opportunities during the planning period. Describe any needs for workforce development, business support or infrastructure these changes may create. The city has hired an Economic Development Director who is focusing on wealth building in the community. There is the need for workforce development for workers who are changing careers and are needed for the new and recovering businesses post-pandemic. How do the skills and education of the current workforce correspond to employment opportunities in the jurisdiction? Boynton Beach has a broad range of job opportunities covering every business sector which corresponds well with the education levels of the current workforce. The city continues to offer job training and placement opportunities, particularly for both unskilled workers and upwardly mobile young professionals. The current labor participation rate for the city is 63.8%. According to a 2021 report prepared by Florida International University (FIU) on Racial and Social Equity — A Community Needs Assessment, the following recommendations are directly related to addressing both educational and economic disparities: Recommended Strategies: Create an effective education-to-workforce pipeline by analyzing job demand and worker supply trends, and raising awareness about future job prospects and training opportunities; disseminate information to students about skills in demand and job projections Recommended Strategies: Improve support to at-risk students-ensure that students receive information and opportunities to learn both in school and outside of school on career topics, including prospective fields of work;create partnerships between city,school and the private sector for mentorship, internships or apprenticeships; invite certification providers to offer accessible and affordable courses to students, creating foundational skills, including technology, but also soft skills, college readiness, financial literacy; afterschool programs; economic instability and parental involvement have significant impact on educational outcomes,therefore provide wraparound services to families. Describe any current workforce training initiatives, including those supported by Workforce Investment Boards, community colleges and other organizations. Describe how these efforts will support the jurisdiction's Consolidated Plan. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 92 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/20211 Two local colleges, the International College of Health Sciences and the Florida Career College offer programs and training initiatives in support of those in the community seeking first-time or advancement job opportunities and include financial aid programs. The Urban League also offers a Workforce Development Program, as well as Career-Source of Palm Beach County. According to the same 2021 report prepared by Florida International University(FIU) on Racial and Social Equity—A Community Needs Assessment,the following recommendations were cited to address the need for additional training and workforce development challenges. Recommended Strategies: Targeted efforts to increase awareness of job and training options; direct resources and encourage providers to connect with economically disadvantaged individuals and consider providing additional services that improve access to training,e.g.,transportation, life coaching, and other wraparound services. Recommended Strategies: Encourage retailers to provide higher incomes, but also benefits and policies that provide stability to workers; conduct a business survey to understand challenges of employers in finding workforce and their needs for business support services; develop a targeted approach to attract and support businesses in high wage sectors; incubate and accelerate existing businesses with high- growth potential and high value-added in terms of revenues and worker earnings; Buy Local campaign; provide exposure to local businesses by creating a local directory. Recommended Strategies: Promotion of existing educational programs, encourage education providers to offer short-term certifications for in-demand jobs within the city (to avoid transportation challenges); monitor economic changes to pivot educational opportunities into sectors in-need of a larger "pipeline" and specific skills. Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)? No. If so, what economic development initiatives are you undertaking that may be coordinated with the Consolidated Plan? If not, describe other local/regional plans or initiatives that impact economic growth. The City's Economic Development Department established small business and workforce development programs to meet the goals of the City's 2021 Community Needs Assessment. The City has issued a contract to prepare an Economic Development study which will guide the City's strategy. Discussion Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 93 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion Are there areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated? (include a definition of"concentration") HUD's Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Data and Mapping Tool (AFFH-T) describes four general housing problems as incomplete kitchen facilities;incomplete plumbing facilities; more than 1 person per room; and a cost burden greater than 30%. The four severe housing problems are the same except that the cost burden is greater than 50%. For purposes of this analysis, concentrated housing problems exist if at least one-third (33%) of households are experiencing housing problems. Of all Race/Ethnic groups reported in the AFFH-T, Black households experience the highest percentage of housing problems(63.2%) and the highest percentage of severe housing problems (41%). Are there any areas in the jurisdiction where racial or ethnic minorities or low-income families are concentrated? (include a definition of"concentration") The definition of a racially/ethnically concentrated area of poverty (R/ECAP) as developed by the HUD Office of Policy Development and Research (OPDR) requires R/ECAPs census tracts to have a minority population of 50% or more and an individual poverty rate of 40% or more (or an individual poverty rate that is at least 3 times that of the tract average for the metropolitan area, whichever is lower). Analyzing the concentration of minorities in high poverty areas assists in the review of access to housing. The AFFH- T shows no R/ECAPs in the City of Boynton Beach. What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods? According to the AFFH-T,the City of Boynton Beach has a population of 68,217. The racial/ethnic makeup of the community is approximately 54%White,29%Black/Non-Hispanic, 13%Hispanic,2%Asian or Pacific Islander/Non-Hispanic, 0.2% Native American/Non-Hispanic, 1.5% 2 or more races/Non-Hispanic, and 0.2%Other/Non-Hispanic. The AFHH-T uses a variety of indexes to indicate opportunities available to the racial/ethnic groups in Boynton Beach. The Low Poverty Index captures poverty in a given area.The index is based on the poverty rate and is determined at the census tract level. Of all populations living below the Federal poverty line, the Black population also experiences the greatest exposure to poverty with an index score of 21.83. The School Proficiency Index uses school-level data on the performance of 4th grade students on state exams to describe which neighborhoods have high-performing elementary schools nearby and which are near lower performing elementary schools. Of all populations living below the Federal poverty line, the Black population also experiences the lowest school system quality with an index score of 32.95. The Labor Market Engagement Index provides a summary description of the relative intensity of labor market engagement and human capital in a neighborhood. Of all populations living below the Federal poverty line,the Black population also experiences the lowest index score of 24.91. Are there any community assets in these areas/neighborhoods? The Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (BBCRA) serves the community by guiding redevelopment activities such as affordable housing, free business promotional events, and small Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 94 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) business funding programs to create a vibrant downtown core and revitalized neighborhoods within the Agency's 1,650 acres located along the eastern edge of the City of Boynton Beach. Are there other strategic opportunities in any of these areas? The City of Boynton Beach Strategic Plan FY 2020-2021 states that the City began planning for the following strategic initiatives: • Cultivate consciousness and develop a framework to address racial and social equity in the delivery of City services for the benefit of all communities within the City. • Strengthen resource access to the City's underserved populations by maintaining a database of links that connect residents with resources, supporting relationships, and partnerships. • Build an equitable economy that will grow family-wage careers, advance opportunities for prosperity, collaborate with partners for an equitable city, and create vibrant neighborhoods and communities. • Create responsive, accountable, and cost-effective government programs and services that lead to Performance Excellence. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 95 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-60 Broadband Needs of Housing occupied by Low-and Moderate-Income Households- 91.210(a)(4), 91.310(a)(2) Describe the need for broadband wiring and connections for households, including low- and moderate-income households and neighborhoods. Per the Federal Communication Commission [FCC] website (fcc.gov) broadband service is accessible to all households throughout Boynton Beach. According to the 2014-2019 American Community Survey,(ACS), 83.1%of households in Palm Beach County had a broadband subscription with an internet provider. There are five broadband providers in the city of Boynton Beach with plans providing at least >_ 25/3 Mbps download/upload speed. According to a 2013 White House report on broadband, there are major disparities in broadband affordability. Per the report,93%of families making more than$100,000 have broadband access at home compared with only 43%of families making under$25,000. Therefore,the need in Boynton Beach is not the availability of service, but the affordability of service to low-and moderate-income households. Palm Beach County does provide broadband service to public institutions such as libraries and schools at lower prices than private providers. Residents can access information and services at these facilities free of charge.The FCC also updated their Lifeline Program in 2016 to include fixed broadband internet service to reduce the cost burden to low-income households. Through this program, the FCC works with an interested broadband provider to provide service at a discounted rate, designating the Eligible Telecommunications Carrier (ETC) as a Lifeline Broadband Provider (LBP), and allowing the provider to provide a discount to eligible households. Describe the need for increased competition by having more than one broadband Internet service provider serve the jurisdiction. As stated above, there are five broadband providers in the city of Boynton Beach with plans providing at least > 25/3 Mbps download/upload speed. It is doubtful that additional competition would have a significant impact on service affordability. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 96 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) MA-65 Hazard Mitigation -91.210(a)(5), 91.310(a)(3) Describe the jurisdiction's increased natural hazard risks associated with climate change. Climate change is the defining challenge for the 21st century.The burning of fossil fuels and the emission of greenhouse gases (GHG) has contributed to a steady rise in carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere that have the potential to result in changes to the global climate, including long-term temperature increases,melting of glaciers,decrease in polar ice pack,changes in weather patterns resulting in droughts and flooding, and sea level rise. Sea level rise would have a direct impact on the City of Boynton Beach's (City)water supply,the ability of stormwater drainage infrastructure to function properly and the livability of real estate along the ocean and Intracoastal Waterway. The projected long-term effects of climate change would directly affect the City's operations in the absence of a strategic plan that actively moves the city forward using a sustainable approach.These many factors embodied the basis for the City's creation of a Climate Action Plan (CAP) in 2010 that seeks to reduce the City's greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions as a first step towards a sustainable future. Further, according to the Palm Beach County 2020 — 2024 Consolidated Plan, the County (including the City of Boynton Beach) faces multiple impacts ranging from extreme heat and drought to sea level rise, flooding, extreme storms, and saltwater intrusion. Based on scientific studies, by midcentury we can expect an average of 72 days per year with a heat index above 105 degrees Fahrenheit. This is compared to an average of four days per year with a heat index above 105 degrees Fahrenheit between 1971 and 2000. In addition to rising temperatures,according to regional projections we can expect mean sea levels to rise between 21 and 54 inches above the 2000 mean sea level by 2070, which will result in more frequent nuisance flooding and increased impacts from storm surge. With substantial diversity in income levels, education, physical health, mental health, and age, these changes only exacerbate existing challenges. Boynton Beach's low- and moderate-income residents will be affected disproportionately, due to their inability to afford remediation efforts on their properties and their inability to relocate from potentially impacted areas. Describe the vulnerability to these risks of housing occupied by low- and moderate-income households based on an analysis of data,findings, and methods. The physical impacts of a changing climate are matched and compounded by social challenges and economic consequences such as rising energy costs associated with conveying water,transportation, and health care. Low-income and vulnerable citizens, such as our elderly community, face disproportionate impacts of climate change including having fewer resources to respond to these changes. Palm Beach County, which Boynton Beach is situated within, participated in a joint sea level rise vulnerability assessment in 2012 with Broward, Miami-Dade,and Monroe County of the Southeast Florida Climate Change Compact. The assessment looked at the region's vulnerability to 1, 2, and 3 feet of sea level rise and used geographic information systems (GIS) layers that were created using a modified Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 97 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) bathtub approach. The 2012 assessment was based on land elevation only and did not consider flooding related to rain events or that may be caused by storm surge/flood events. The following map illustrates the areas affected by sea level rise. Based on a review of the data, it appears that low and moderate- income areas within the Urban County Program jurisdiction that lie east of U.S. 1 would be impacted. These areas are found in the municipalities of Lake Park, Riviera Beach, Lake Worth Beach,and Lantana, as well as the eastern areas of Boynton Beach. In 2021, Palm Beach County completed a comprehensive joint climate-change vulnerability assessment with Boynton Beach and six other municipalities located in the southeast section of the county that also included small areas of unincorporated Palm Beach County. This study examined the socioeconomic impacts of various climate threats in these areas. The most vulnerable areas identified during the study include 33,900 households with members 65 or older, and 18,400 households with members< 18. The study identified a number of specific threat areas,the most urgent of which are detailed below: 1. Rainfall Induced Flooding presents the greatest exposure and highest levels of vulnerability and risk of all flooding threats assessed in this regional study. Specifically: • NW areas show a co-occurrence of rainfall-induced flooding and high social vulnerability • Most W and SW properties are within the 25 to 100-yr inundation extents, many are pre-FIRM or outside regulatory extent • Along the coast, rainfall induced flooding is compounded by tidal flooding and storm surge • Roadways and sidewalks are especially vulnerable in the west and southwest areas 2. Sustained High Winds are typically associated with tropical storms and can destroy infrastructure and assets. The study looked at property-level assessments based on use type and wind-related building design regulations. • Health/Medical& Energy/Communications assets show highest percentages of vulnerability • Unincorporated County areas have relatively low residential vulnerability compared to other jurisdictions in the region • Several areas with high residential building vulnerability co-occur with areas of high social vulnerability • 18 of the 22 most vulnerable residential areas are also among the most socially vulnerable 3. Extreme Heat Events are periods of excessively hot and/or humid weather that can last multiple days. Areas most vulnerable to extreme heat tend to have: • More than 85%developed land cover(urban areas), less than 6%tree canopy coverage • High socioeconomic stress, and sensitive population As evidenced by the results of this study, the low-and- moderate-income populations of Boynton Beach, and Palm Beach County as a whole, face significant risks associated with these threats. And while there are remediation efforts that can be made to reduce property risks, such as Dry flood proofing, wind proofing, and elevating structures above flood levels, these options are often not affordable to LMIU homeowners or renters. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 98 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Strategic Plan SP-05 Overview Strategic Plan Overview The City is increasing its allocation of federal resources by addressing geographic priorities with up to 63 percent of the funding for FY 2022-2023. Other activities such as public services are provided Citywide based on income eligibility. Some activities target the City's low- to moderate-income (LMI) target areas while some address the needs of LMI limited clientele. Priority needs were established through a community process, historical funding allocations, and data. The highest priority needs below were determined through the housing and community needs assessment process of the Consolidated Plan and the review of related data. 1. Rehabilitation and preservation of existing housing especially single-family units. 2. Promotion and increase in homeownership and rental housing opportunities. 3. Increased public services to youth,seniors, and special needs populations 4. Economic development through business assistance and job creation/retention 5. Homeless prevention and assistance 6. Public facilities including those operated by non-profits such as group homes, shelters for the homeless and victims of domestic violence For FY 2022-2023,the City will receive$547,027 in CDBG funds.For the five-year period,the City estimates receiving $2,736,035 in CDBG funds. The Community Improvement Division of the Financial Services Department is the lead agency for administering HUD grants. Other City departments and the Boynton Beach CRA works with the Division.The city works with the Palm Beach County Continuum of Care (CofC) and local and regional non-profit organizations to provide public services. Funding reductions and other factors affect service delivery. The City continues to affirmatively further fair housing through the provision of fair housing services. Market characteristics include the construction of new houses and the acquisition and rehabilitation of existing single-family houses. Owner-occupied rehabilitation of single-family houses is important as much of the housing stock in the city is older units that may be subject to lead-based paint and deferred maintenance. Many of these houses are occupied by elderly households on fixed incomes who have challenges in finding resources to repair and stay in their homes. The City does not have any public housing units, but Palm Beach County and Delray Beach Public Housing Authorities offer Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers for renting homes in the City. The city will act to reduce barriers to affordable housing including lack of affordable housing,exclusion of some affordable housing types, vacant land, and construction costs. Fair housing impediments including inadequate fair housing knowledge, lending disparities, and a segregated housing market will be addressed. Strategies include reducing housing costs, energy efficiency, and exploring developer incentives. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 99 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Homes constructed prior to 1978 selected for rehabilitation will be tested for lead-based paint. CDBG funds will be used to improve neighborhood conditions, improve quality of life, and to reduce poverty. The city will seek to provide business assistance, create jobs, and expand economic opportunities. The Community Improvement Division will carry out monitoring of non-profits, other City departments, and contractors through various methods including remote and on-site reviews in accordance with its policies and procedures and provide technical assistance as needed. The City will work with the CofC to address homeless needs and prevention. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 100 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) SP-10 Geographic Priorities—91.215 (a)(1) Geographic Area The City's low-to-moderate-income (LMI)target areas are those census tracts and block groups in which at least 51 percent of the population are households whose incomes are at or below 80 percent of the area median income (AMI). An average of sixty-six percent of the population within census tracts 5601, 5701, 5702, 6100, and 6201 are low-to-moderate-income. Table 47 -Geographic Priority Areas General Allocation Priorities Describe the basis for allocating investments geographically within the jurisdiction (or within the EMSA for HOPWA) All CDBG funds will be geographically allocated citywide, with preferences on the CDBG target area as it is the area with the highest area of minority concentration and lowest of incomes. The City plans to focus its CDBG funds on public improvements in its census tracts that have a low-to-moderate-income (LMI) population of 51 percent or more including the area called the Heart of Boynton. For the previous FY 2017-2021 Consolidated Plan and related Annual Action Plans, the City did not direct its assistance based primarily on those target areas. The CDBG regulations allow for resources to be allocated based on the income characteristics of beneficiaries. As such, the City allocated its previous CDBG resources for public service activities, and home repair Citywide. On a target area basis, the City funded the development of affordable housing in the Heart of Boynton through the Special Activity by a Community Based Development Organization (CBDO),the Boynton Beach Faith Based CDC. For the FY2022-2026 Consolidated Plan,the City decided to continue funding public services Citywide but discontinued funding the CBDO activity and will focus CDBG resources on public improvements in its LMI target areas including the Heart of Boynton.The City determined that these public improvement activities including sidewalks, road improvements, and equipment have the potential of meeting the needs of a larger section of the LMI population. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 101 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) SP-25 Priority Needs- 91.215(a)(2) Priority Needs Table 48—Priority Needs Summary 1 Priority Need Rehabilitation and Preservation of Existing Housing Name Priority Level High Population Extremely Low Low Moderate Elderly Geographic Areas Citywide Affected Associated Goals Residential Rehabilitation Description The city will continue to focus on rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing on a City-wide basis due to the aging housing stock that exists. The strategy will focus on improving health and safety, code violations, accessibility, and sustainability for extremely low to moderate households with preferences provided to the elderly, disabled, and veterans below 50%AMI. Basis for Relative Rehabilitation activities were identified as a priority during the Consolidated Priority Plan planning process. The City's housing stock contains a high percentage of units built prior to 1980. 2 Priority Need Promote and Increase Homeownership and Housing Rental Opportunities Name Priority Level High Population Low Moderate Geographic Citywide Areas Affected Associated Goals Home Purchase Assistance Affordable Housing Creation Description Homeownership and access to rental housing is the cornerstone of developing stable neighborhoods. Overall, the City of Boynton Beach has a large percentage of owner-occupied units, but areas of the city experience low homeownership rates and sub-standard housing. As the population and housing demand increases, units need to be preserved and created. Basis for Relative This strategy helps establish higher rates of homeownership throughout Priority the City, maintain and repair existing aging housing stock, and create affordable rental housing opportunities. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 102 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 3 Priority Need Increased Public Services Name Priority Level High Population Extremely Low Low Moderate Families with Children Elderly Frail Elderly Persons with Disabilities Geographic Citywide Areas Affected Associated Goals Public Services Description The objective is to improve and expand public services that address senior services, crime prevention, childcare, youth services, fair housing counseling, recreational services, tenant/landlord counseling and employment training. Basis for Relative This increases the availability and accessibility of services to the Priority community residents to meet public service needs, as indicated by public feedback. 4 Priority Need Economic Development Name Priority Level High Population Extremely Low Low Moderate Middle Geographic Citywide Areas Affected Associated Goals Economic Development Public Facilities Improvement Job Creation Infrastructure Improvement Economic Development Technical Assistance Description Provide incentives and technical assistance to promote economic development/job creation and improved public facilities/infrastructure in underserved areas. Basis for Relative This priority places emphasis on economic development activities and Priority public facilities improvements, as indicated in public feedback. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 103 0MB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 5 Priority Need Homeless Assistance Name Priority Level High Population Extremely Low Low Chronic Homelessness Mentally Ill Chronic Substance Abuse Veterans Unaccompanied Youth Geographic Citywide Areas Affected Associated Goals Homeless Assistance Description Provide housing and support services to assist individuals and families who are in or in danger of being homeless. Basis for Relative The City will continue to work with the Homeless Coalition and Priority Continuum of Care on strategies to assist individuals and families facing homelessness with an emphasis on the housing first model and providing effective mental health and substance abuse support services. 6 Priority Need Services for Children and Youth Name Priority Level Medium Population Extremely Low Low Moderate Families with Children Geographic Areas Areas for Individual Benefit and Administration Affected Associated Goals After-School Care Day Care Youth Programs Description Provide services for children and/or youth. Basis for Relative This need was given a Medium priority through an evaluation of community Priority surveys and data analysis. 7 Priority Need Health and Mental Health Services Name Priority Level Medium Population Extremely Low Low Moderate Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 104 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Large Families Families with Children Elderly Individuals Families with Children Mentally III Chronic Substance Abuse Persons with Alcohol or Other Addictions Geographic Areas Areas for Individual Benefit and Administration Affected Associated Goals Health Care Services Substance Abuse Treatment Counseling Description Provide health care and mental health services in eligible areas. Basis for Relative This need was given a Medium priority through an evaluation of community Priority surveys and data analysis. 8 Priority Need Fair Housing Services Name Priority Level Medium Population Extremely Low Low Moderate Large Families Families with Children Elderly Geographic Areas Areas for Individual Benefit and Administration Affected Associated Goals Fair Housing Counseling Fair Housing Education Fair Housing Enforcement Fair Housing Testing Description Provide fair housing services in eligible areas. Basis for Relative This need was given a Medium priority through an evaluation of community Priority surveys and staff analysis. 9 Priority Need Parks and Recreation Facilities Name Priority Level Low Population Extremely Low Low Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 105 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Geographic Areas Low-Income Area Benefit Affected Associated Goals Parks and Recreational Centers Description Provide improvements to parks and recreation facilities in eligible areas. Basis for Relative This need was given a Low priority through an evaluation of community surveys Priority and data analysis. 10 Priority Need Public Infrastructure Name Priority Level Low Population Extremely Low Low Geographic Areas Low-Income Area Benefit Affected Associated Goals Street Improvements Sidewalk Improvements Description Provide improvements to streets, roads, sidewalks, curbs and gutters,culverts, and drainage. Basis for Relative This need was given a Low priority through an evaluation of community surveys Priority and data analysis. Narrative (Optional) The City's priority needs were determined based on reviewing census, housing, and economic development data from various sources. The census data sources provided by HUD were the 2015-2017 American Community Survey (ACS) and the 2013-2017 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Study (CHAS). The data was supported by various community surveys including the City's 2021 Racial and Social Equity Community Needs Assessment, the City's 2017 and 2021 Housing Needs Assessment, the Consolidated Plan agency and resident surveys,and feedback for the use of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Feedback from public comments at the two Consolidated Plan public meetings was also included in the priority need determination. The need for affordable housing in the City and Palm Beach County is critical and was viewed as the highest priority for both renters and homeowners. The changing demographics and the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic saw job creation and retention and public services for the elderly, youth and children were selected as the next highest priorities. Public infrastructure and parks and recreational centers were concerned low priority from community surveys and comments and as a relative priority for residents. Activities are selected for funding in accordance with the priority needs established in the Consolidated Plan public participation process and the statutory requirements to provide decent housing, homeownership opportunities, economic development opportunities, homeless assistance, and expansion of public services. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 106 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions—91.215 (b) Influence of Market Conditions Affordable Market Characteristics that will influence Housing Type the use of funds available for housing type Tenant Based Not applicable. Rental Assistance (TBRA) TBRA for Non- Not applicable. Homeless Special Needs New Unit Market characteristics include the limited of decent, standard, and affordable Production units for very low-, low-, and moderate-income households and for special needs populations. New units will be produced on buildable lots in cooperation with local non-profit developers. These units will be leverage with other State funds and the City's Community Redevelopment Agency. Rehabilitation Market characteristics include the current cost of materials for rehabilitation and the availability of funding for housing rehabilitation activities. The City will focus on rehabilitation of those units that meet the City's criteria for substandard housing. Acquisition, Market characteristics include lending requirements and increased mortgage including regulations, as well as rapidly rising home values. The City will accept vacant preservation lots that are conveyed by Palm Beach County for nonpayment of taxes. Table 49— Influence of Market Conditions Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 107 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) SP-35 Anticipated Resources-91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c) (1,2) Introduction The City of Boynton Beach receives Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from HUD as an entitlement participant in its Community Planning and Development (CPD) programs. The first-year funding for the five-year Consolidated Plan was confirmed by HUD and used as a basis to estimate the available federal resources for the five-year period by multiplying the first-year allocation by five. In subsequent years,the actual annual allocation for each year may vary depending on what is approved by Congress for CPD programs. Goals, objectives, and activities will be adjusted in the applicable Annual Action Plans. The city also factors in an estimate of program income that is to be received each year and will vary from the estimate depending on the amounts received. The table below identifies the resources for the City's Consolidated Plan for FY 2022-2026. The City estimates that it will receive $2,736,035 in CDBG funds over the five years of the Consolidated Plan. It also shows State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program funds which will be used for leverage with CDBG for housing-related activities. SHIP allocations are determined annually by the State of Florida and cannot be estimated. For FY 2022-2023, the city was allocated CDBG funds in the amount of $547,207. The city does not estimate any program income from CDBG. Program income for the five years cannot be estimated. It should be noted that resource allocations from leveraged sources may also vary annually as will supplemental resources that will be used to leverage projects. Anticipated leverage amounts for the City of Boynton Beach may vary based on the financing structure of individual projects or programs funded, as well as market conditions and other intervening variables during the Consolidated Plan. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 108 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) I Anticipated Resources Program Source Uses of Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative of Funds Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount Description Funds Allocation: Income: Resources: $ Available $ $ $ Remainder of ConPlan CDBG public- Acquisition 547,207 0 1,072,040 $1,619,247 $2,188,828 The federal Admin and expected Planning amount Economic available for Development the Housing remainder Public of the Con Improvements Plan is Public estimated Services based on the FY 2022- 2023 funding. Other public- Admin and The Florida state Planning State Other Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP)funds are for FY 775,874 TBD 0 775,874 0 2022-2023. Table 50-Anticipated Resources Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied Funds provided to community-based organizations, though not required, will be matched by those organizations with funds from other sources such as other public and private sector grants, fundraising, and fees. The Plan recognizes that the limited CDBG public service funding is often a small part of these organizations' budgets. The City will leverage SHIP funds through the State of Florida and discounted first mortgages and other permanent contributions from private sector lending institutions. SHIP funds in the amount of$775,874 will be available over FY 2022-2023 but there is no guarantee of funding over the five years of the Consolidated Plan. If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 109 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) The city will continue to seek vacant land and residential structures for donation or sale to non-profit developers as these become available. The cost of properties in Palm Beach County has become unaffordable because of investor speculation. At the time of submission of this Plan, the City does not own properties that might be used to address the needs in the plan. Discussion With the 2020 public health crisis and resultant economic fallout due to business closures and loss of jobs, supplemental funding through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) has been allocated through HUD appropriations. County and State agencies have waived provisions to allow such funding to be allocated through "entitlement" cities. The allocation of federal resources and program design will be impacted with more of a focus on meeting immediate needs. Public services to assist special needs and vulnerable populations and persons who are at risk of homelessness due to job loss will be top priority for resources. There are also opportunities for the City to work with other governmental entities and the private sector to address the needs of Boynton Beach residents. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 110 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure—91.215(k) Explain the institutional structure through which the jurisdiction will carry out its consolidated plan including private industry, non-profit organizations, and public institutions. Responsible Entity Responsible Entity Role Geographic Type Area Served Financial Services Government Planning,administration, Jurisdiction Department public improvements, public services, affordable housing Economic Development Government Business assistance Department Workforce development Public Works Government Neighborhood Jurisdiction Department Improvements Public Facilities Alzheimer's Community Non-profit Non-homeless special needs Jurisdiction Care, Inc. organizations Public Services Habitat for Humanity of Non-profit Ownership Region South Palm Beach organizations County Boynton Beach Government—special Economic Development Jurisdiction Community district Neighborhood (Special District) Redevelopment Agency Improvements Boynton Faith Based Non-profit Ownership Jurisdiction CDC organizations Pathways to Prosperity, Non-profit Self-Sufficiency Education Jurisdiction Inc organizations Programs Table 51 -Institutional Delivery Structure Assess of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System The City of Boynton Beach works in partnership with other city departments, county and state government agencies and non-profit organizations to deliver funding resources and services directly to the community. These resources are primarily used to create and maintain decent, affordable housing and provide services to low-to moderate income persons and families. Homeownership and homeowner rehabilitation opportunities for low-to moderate income persons and families are offered using a variety of funding sources which leverage CDBG dollars. The strengths of the housing delivery system rely heavily on the results from the City's Housing Assessment Study(March 2022)which provided a thorough analysis of the current and future housing needs. Among the key findings, which continue today, is the very low supply of vacant developed lots and increasing home values making affordability a major issue. Additional community needs include public facilities and improvements, as well as several requests for CDBG assistance from non-profit organizations which consistently exceed available funding, particularly when factoring in the 15% cap on public services. Gaps within the delivery system that lessen the Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 111 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) likelihood of meeting all the housing and community development needs identified in the plan are related to financial resources, high housing costs, difficulty in obtaining supplies, and labor shortages. In determining how to invest its limited CDBG and other resources, the City Commission is committed to selecting those programs and projects that best respond to and serve the residents of Boynton Beach. The Palm Beach County Continuum of Care (FL-605) coordinates outreach and services to the city's homeless populations. The city maintains membership on the County's Homeless Advisory Board to ensure the needs of the homeless are represented as a continuum member community. Homeless services are generally limited to referral services. Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and mainstream services Homelessness Prevention Available in the Targeted to Targeted to Services Community Homeless People with HIV Homelessness Prevention Services Counseling/Advocacy X X X Legal Assistance X _ X Mortgage Assistance Rental Assistance X X Utilities Assistance Street Outreach Services Law Enforcement Mobile Clinics X Other Street Outreach Services X X X Supportive Services Alcohol & Drug Abuse _ Child Care Education Employment and Employment Training Healthcare HIV/AIDS X Life Skills X X X Mental Health Counseling x X X Transportation X X Other Other X X Table 52 - Homeless Prevention Services Summary Describe how the service delivery system including, but not limited to, the services listed above meet the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families,families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 112 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) The city participates in, and relies heavily on, the Palm Beach County Continuum of Care (FL-605) for outreach and services to the city's homeless populations. The city maintains membership on the County's Homeless Advisory Board to ensure the needs of homeless persons within the city limits are represented. Describe the strengths and gaps of the service delivery system for special needs population and persons experiencing homelessness, including, but not limited to,the services listed above. N/A Provide a summary of the strategy for overcoming gaps in the institutional structure and service delivery system for carrying out a strategy to address priority needs. N/A Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 113 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) SP-45 Goals Summary—91.215(a)(4) Goals Summary Information Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Order Year Year Area Indicator 1 Provision of public 2022 2026 Non-Housing Citywide Public Services, CDBG: Public service services Community General $400,000 activities other than Development LMI Housing Benefit: 3,000 Persons Assisted 2 Increase Quality of 2022 2026 Non-Housing Low& Public Facilities and CDBG: Public Facility or Public Community Moderate- Infrastructure $1,209,005 Infrastructure Improvements. Development Income Areas Activities other than LMI Housing Benefit: 5,000 Persons Assisted 3 Create and maintain 2022 2026 Affordable Citywide Rehabilitation of CDBG: Homeowner Housing safe and affordable Housing existing and $579,825 Added or preserved: housing. creation of new State of 20 Housing Units housing Florida SHIP: $2,500,000 4 Planning and grant 2022 2026 Planning and Citywide Public CDBG: Other:1 Other administration Administration Improvements $547,205 Public Services, State of General Florida SHIP: $250,000 Table 53—Goals Summary Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 114 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Goal Descriptions 1 Goal Name Provision of public services Goal No more than 15%of CDBG funds will be used to assist residents with a broad Description spectrum of public services activities to enhance their living environment including childcare, mental health services, health services,youth services, domestic violence services, substance abuse services, services for elderly,services for the elderly, and education. Public services will be provided by non-profit organizations that will be selected through an RFP process. 2 Goal Name Increase quality of public facilities and improvements Goal Funds will be used to foster healthy,stable, and attractive neighborhoods, access Description to quality public facilities, and blight removal by funding neighborhood improvement activities such as neighborhood public infrastructure and improvements including water, sewer, drainage, and sidewalks 3 Goal Name Create and maintain safe and affordable housing Goal CDBG and State of Florida SHIP funds will be used for land acquisition, down Description payment assistance, development subsidy, rental rehabilitation, major home repairs/residential rehabilitation for low-to moderate-income homeowners of single-family owner-occupied homes and tother eligible activities to create new affordable housing. 4 Goal Name Planning and grant administration Goal Funding to the City's Community Improvement Division for planning and grant Description administration that doesn't exceed 20%of the CDBG grant to implement and/or coordinate the implementation of all CDBG activities to meet the FY 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan goals and objectives. $77,587 in State of Florida SHIP funds will also be used for planning and administration. Estimate the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income families to whom the jurisdiction will provide affordable housing as defined by HOME 91.315(b)(2). Over the five-year Plan period,the City estimates that 16 low-income households, and 4 moderate- income households will be assisted with creating or preserving affordable housing using CDBG and State of Florida SHIP funds. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 115 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) SP-50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement—91.215(c) Need to Increase the Number of Accessible Units (if Required by a Section 504 Voluntary Compliance Agreement) The City of Boynton Beach does not own or operate a Public Housing Authority or Public Housing Agency within its jurisdiction. However,the Palm Beach County Housing Authority(PBCHA) does own forty-three single family units in Boynton Beach. Palm Beach County residents are provided with affordable housing options that are free of housing discrimination and architectural barriers according to the PBCHA. In addition,the City of Delray Beach Housing Authority allocates Section 8 housing vouchers in Boynton Beach. Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits discrimination based on disability in any program or activity that receives financial assistance from any federal agency. Since there are no public housing units in the City,this is not relevant. In seeking privately owned rental housing, the PHAs will identify landlords with accessible properties to meet the needs of Section 8 vouchers holders, as applicable. Activities to Increase Resident Involvements Not applicable. Is the public housing agency designated as troubled under 24 CFR part 902? Not applicable. Plan to remove the `troubled' designation Not applicable. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 116 OMB Control No:2506-0117{exp.09/30/2021) SP-55 Barriers to affordable housing—91.215(h) Barriers to Affordable Housing The City of Boynton Beach last amended its Housing Element in 2008.The overarching goal of the Housing element is "To provide decent, safe, and sanitary housing in suitable neighborhood environments at a range of costs and variety of types necessary to meet the needs of present and future residents of the City".This goal is very broad and falls within the norms for almost all municipalities. Additional goals which more specifically prioritize affordable housing should be developed to increase its success. The City's Zoning Code defines a family as "One (1) or more persons occupying a single dwelling unit and using common cooking facilities. Families who provide care in their own home as duly state licensed foster family homes, in which dependent children have been duly placed by the State of Florida, and which include not more than five (5) children (both natural and foster) in the household, are expressly included within this term."This definition is in line with the definition provided by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. In addition, the housing policy established by the Future Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan states that the City "shall provide a mix of available residential densities to accommodate a variety of housing types sufficient to meet the needs of the present and projected population of the City, including the provision of adequate sites for housing very low-, low-and moderate- income households and for mobile and manufactured homes." While the definition of "family" and the Future Land Use element are adequate,there are still existing barriers to the development maintenance, and improvement of affordable housing. The most significant barriers for developing affordable housing include the following: • The lack of adequate public policies that support the creation of affordable housing. The Housing Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan establishes goals,objectives and policies aimed at providing adequate housing for the City's residents. However,the Housing Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan has not been updated since 2008. The goals, objectives and policies of the Housing element should be updated to reflect the current conditions of the City. • Business Tax Receipt: A business tax receipt is required for long term rental of a property. The City should ensure that the inspections required to obtain a Business Receipt cover an evaluation of the property that ensures the accommodations are safe to be inhabited. Roof Truss tests should be required as part of the inspection process for manufactured home long term rentals. This will ensure that the property conforms to HUD regulations for manufactured homes. • Lack of resources for affordable housing and infrastructure in support of affordable especially renter housing:As grant sources, both Federal and State, are declining, resources for developing affordable housing are limited. Limited funding resources and the cost of retrofitting existing houses are barriers to the availability and accessibility of housing for persons with disabilities.The majority of the City's CDBG is not spent on affordable housing initiatives. • Limited Housing Options: The Housing Element mentions housing options in supportive housing but does not talk specifically about type of houses such as accessory dwelling units that can accommodate new housing units in existing neighborhoods, provide housing options for lower income persons,and allow for efficient use of the city's existing housing stock and infrastructure. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 117 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) • Impact Fees: Impact fees also pose a barrier to affordable housing. Currently,the impact fees for residential units 800 square feet in size or smaller are $2699.22. Coupled with today's construction costs, impact fees can disincentivize affordable housing projects. • Zoning Regulations: Regulations and land use controls may also create unintended effects of reducing the availability of affordable housing as they may significantly impact the location and type of housing and business investments and may increase the cost of development. The development review and code compliance processes also tend to fall within the regulatory processes. Code compliance is essential to eliminate slum and blight but if not combined with adequate community engagement, it may become disastrous as residents may not comply and seek legal remedy. The City's Code Compliance Department should ensure that it is dedicated to enforcement as well as adequate community engagement. • Group Homes: Group homes are allowed per the City's zoning Code. There is no distance requirement established between each group home establishment. However, a conditional use approval is required for group homes to be permitted in several zoning districts within the City. The additional approval requirement creates a barrier to affordable housing for residents requiring this type of housing. • Accessory Dwelling Units: Accessory Dwelling Units are allowed per the zoning code. However, they are only allowed as an accessory use to any lawful non-residential principal use within a non- residential building. In addition, the living area requirement is seven hundred fifty (750) square feet and limited to occupancy by the property owner or business operator. Accessory Dwelling Units should be allowed as an accessory to lawful residential principal uses. The City of Boynton Beach conducted an update in 2016 to its last Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice(Al). Strategy to Remove or Ameliorate the Barriers to Affordable Housing Notwithstanding the above barriers, the City of Boynton Beach has increased its efforts to remove or ameliorate the barriers to affordable housing through a variety of strategies. • The Boynton Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (BBCRA) serves the community by guiding redevelopment activities such as affordable housing along the eastern edge of the City. Continued utilization of the BBCRA will facilitate revitalization of neighborhoods within the agency's purview and encourage affordable housing in the agency area. • Programs to help first-time/modest income buyers fix up their newly purchased homes should be considered. • Institute code changes which allow for the construction of accessory dwelling units in residential zoning districts to provide more options to residents especially for low-income households. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 118 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) • Promote affordable housing by using funds to acquire land,provide low-income homebuyers with down payment assistance, create development subsidies to lower the building costs for buyers, assist elderly households with home repairs and explore rental rehabilitation opportunities to increase the number of affordable rental units available in the city. • Institute code changes which allow for the construction of additional alternative types of housing that meet the requirements of the Florida Building Code. Shipping containers and tiny homes could help to offset the rising costs of traditional construction. • Discontinue impact fees for affordable housing projects and offset the costs with tax assessments or tax increases. • Facilitate rezoning and redevelopment of existing uses.This action will facilitate diversification of the types of housing that can be made available and support the overall increase of available housing supply for sale and for rent. According to the 2017 Housing Needs Assessment, some first-time millennial home buyers prefer more traditional types of subdivisions, while others are looking for a more urban lifestyle. In addition, Boynton Beach has very strong projected growth among Generation X(35-54),which usually represents the prime homebuying years.Generation X home buyers are typically looking for larger and more luxurious homes than those they currently own. Also, this group is often recent renters re-entering homeownership after experiencing a period where their credit scores had to recover to qualify to purchase again. • The significant increase in the 55+ population combined with their longer life expectancies will require more innovative communities that focus on wellness and allow for aging in place as they transition from independent to different levels of assisted living. • Increased public transportation options within the City. Currently the bus options in the City only cover the main thoroughfare. Additional expansion with the inclusion of additional bus routes into residential communities would support low-income residents without access to cars. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 119 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) SP-60 Homelessness Strategy—91.215(d) Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs The city participates in, and relies heavily on, the Palm Beach County Continuum of Care (FL-605) for outreach and services to the city's homeless populations. The city maintains membership on the County's Homeless Advisory Board to ensure the needs of homeless persons within the city limits are represented. Non-profit organizations are the primary link to the City's involvement with homeless individuals. The agency provides many homeless services such as hotel vouchers, food, and assistance, and help in obtaining other forms of public assistance. Addressing the emergency and transitional housing needs of homeless persons The city participates in, and relies heavily on, the Palm Beach County Continuum of Care (FL-605) for outreach and services to the city's homeless populations. The city maintains membership on the County's Homeless Advisory Board to ensure the needs of homeless persons within the city limits are represented. Non-Profit organizations are the primary link to the City's involvement with homeless individuals. These agencies provide many homeless services such as hotel vouchers, food, and assistance, and help in obtaining other forms of public assistance. Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again. Through its participation in the local Continuum of Care,the city provides information and referrals to the Palm Beach County Homeless Housing Alliance. The HHA coordinates all HUD CoC funding for the County, including the city of Boynton Beach and directs these referrals to the appropriate housing and service agencies,whether inside the city or in the county. Help low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low- income individuals and families who are likely to become homeless after being discharged from a publicly funded institution or system of care,or who are receiving assistance from public and private agencies that address housing,health,social services,employment,education,or youth needs Through its participation in the local Continuum of Care,the city provides information and referrals to the Palm Beach County Homeless Housing Alliance. The HHA coordinates all HUD CoC funding for the County, Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 120 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) including the city of Boynton Beach and directs these referrals to the appropriate housing and service agencies,whether inside the city or in the county. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 121 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) SP-65 Lead based paint Hazards—91.215(i) Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards The City of Boynton Beach references lead-based paint hazards in pre-1978 housing in its housing program policies and procedures. Compliance with lead-based paint regulations regarding the use of federal housing assistance funds is required. The City will work toward incorporating measures to ensure that all federal lead safe practices are met. To reduce the risk of lead poisoning, information is distributed to participants in the City's housing programs. The City makes lead-based paint information available to all interested parties in the City's housing programs. As of April 22, 2010, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) requires all workers (including property owners) who disturb surfaces painted prior to 1978 to be trained in lead-safe work practices, and all firms to be EPA certified in those practices as well.The City follows strict HUD guidelines for testing and abatement of lead-based paint and other hazardous substances and require compliance from its contractors and subcontractors. The City can provide a list of licensed, prequalified contractors who are available to perform appropriate abatement and/or removal procedures if lead-based paint is present. Lead-based paint can be mitigated through interim control methods and full abatement where possible. Abatement represents the most permanent method of lead-based paint containment. This method requires removal of contaminated surfaces. However, the cost of full abatement can be very high thus making some rehabilitation projects financially impractical, especially when the low-income homeowner is unable to take on additional debt. However interim controls can provide a more cost-effective solution. Interim controls are designed to reduce human exposure to lead-based paint hazards. Some methods of the interim controls include repairs, painting, temporary containment, and specialized cleaning. The City determines if the cost associated with interim controls outweighs the cost of abatement How are the actions listed above related to the extent of lead poisoning and hazards? The proposed actions listed above address units that may pose a lead-based paint threat based on the age of the housing stock. The City also considers units that are occupied by at-risk populations, such as children. The actions will identify, assess, and prevent lead poisoning and hazards. How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures? The City utilizes CDBG for lead-based paint hazard reduction. The above actions will be incorporated in the City's housing program guidelines for CDBG funding. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 122 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy—91.215(j) Jurisdiction Goals, Programs and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty-Level Families The City's goal is to reduce the number of poverty-level families through coordination and delivery of economic development, affordable housing, and service programs throughout the city. Persons and families in poverty must have the opportunity to overcome personal and socio-economic barriers and challenges that contribute to lives of poverty. Programs alone may not provide all the counseling,training, and tools necessary to resolve such a complex set of issues. According to a 2021 Florida International University report entitled, City of Boynton Beach—Racial and Social Equity Community Needs Assessment and corroborated by the most recent ACS data provided by U.S. Census, poverty rates in the city have improved between 2012 and 2019,with the one exception of senior citizens (over 65)community,which increased from 10.4 to 11.4 percent. However, longstanding disparities continue to be evident between Black and African American and White, non-Hispanic populations. White, non-Hispanic poverty rates remain half that of Black and African Americans living in Boynton Beach. Also, families with just one householder and no spouse present are most likely to experience poverty. Hispanic and Black and African American families are more likely to have a single householder,especially this is the case for homes where only a mother is present. In 2019,about 10,400 people in Boynton Beach were below the poverty line. This plan includes efforts to add value to neighborhoods through targeted investments in infrastructure in the most underserved areas. Our partner city departments, agencies and non-profit organizations share these goals and are also committed to take actions to eradicate poverty through affordable housing, educational and job training opportunities with the objective of creating an enhanced quality of life and a better chance to overcome poverty. How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this affordable housing plan? Boynton Beach will continue to address poverty by supporting incentives to attract, create and retain businesses, develop affordable housing opportunities, and improve public transportation. To the extent possible, CDBG funds will be used for eligible projects to supplement broader city efforts to reduce poverty. The strategic plan goals as articulated in the 2021 report include addressing racial and social equity issues,strengthening access to resources for its underserved population,and building an equitable economy and open opportunities for all residents, Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 123 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) SP-80 Monitoring—91.230 Describe the standards and procedures that the jurisdiction will use to monitor activities carried out in furtherance of the plan and will use to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements The Boynton Beach Community Improvement Division will be responsible for following the established standards and procedures for monitoring the activities authorized under the CDBG program, ensure long- term compliance with the provisions of the program, and further the City's goals and objectives as set forth in the Plan. Measures used to check the progress and compare to resources consumed to accomplishments include tracking the status of projects and timeliness of expenditures,collect and review reports/projections, provide methods to change or improve outcomes where needed and conduct on-site monitoring activities to verify accomplishments when appropriate. All activities will be monitored to ensure regulatory compliance with 24 CFR Part 570, as well as other federal program requirements such as, but not limited to, Environment, Davis-Bacon, Section 3, Fair Housing, Lead-based Paint, and Procurement. Data and information provided will be cross-checked against applicant information to verify accuracy and completeness of the data. When necessary, certain construction or other physical improvement may need additional personnel or expertise (building or housing program inspectors) to accomplish monitoring objectives related to governing construction standards, building codes, and other program guidelines. All monitoring processes will be reviewed and evaluated to ensure the Plan goals and objectives are being achieved throughout the Plan period. The City will enter into binding contractual agreements with all other CDBG program participants. These agreements will ensure compliance with program guidelines and provisions between the city and these parties. These agreements will also provide a basis for enforcing program requirements and for identifying remedies in the event of a breach or non-compliance with any of the agreement provisions. Minority Outreach Program—The City encourages local minority and women-owned businesses to participate in and compete for contracts. The City's Finance Department follows bid procedure requirements at 2 CFR Part 200 and all bids advertised on the City's website include information advising MBE/WBE of contracting opportunities. Once the specifications for a project are approved,a bid package is prepared with the following items: Invitation to Bid,set of specifications and special trades, bid proposal summary sheet, statement of non-collusion, contractor/subcontractor and minority report, MBE/WBE commitment affidavit, and best bid criteria affidavit. Comprehensive Planning Requirements —The City will utilize the monitoring process as part of its long- term strategy to ensure program compliance and consistency with the broader established comprehensive planning efforts. This includes regional and local goals related to furthering fair housing objectives and reducing the number of fair housing complaints. Opportunities where Community Improvement or Finance Department staff can enhance affordable housing planning efforts through community forums, educational outreach, and training will be a priority. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 124 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Expected Resources AP-15 Expected Resources—91.220(c) (1,2) Introduction The City of Boynton Beach receives Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds from HUD as an entitlement participant in its Community Planning and Development (CPD) programs. The first-year funding for the five-year Consolidated Plan was confirmed by HUD and used as a basis to estimate the available federal resources for the five-year period by multiplying the first-year allocation by five. In subsequent years,the actual annual allocation for each year may vary depending on what is approved by Congress for CPD programs. Goals, objectives, and activities will be adjusted in the applicable Annual Action Plans. The city also factors in an estimate of program income that is to be received each year and will vary from the estimate depending on the amounts received. The table below identifies the resources for the City's Consolidated Plan for FY 2022-2026. The City estimates that it will receive $2,736,035 in CDBG funds over the five years of the Consolidated Plan. It also shows State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) Program funds for FY2022 in the amount of$775,874 which will be used to leverage with CDBG for housing-related activities. The SHIP allocations are determined annually by the State of Florida and cannot be estimated in future years. For FY 2022-2023, the city was allocated CDBG funds in the amount of $547,207. The city does not estimate any program income from CDBG. Program income for the five years cannot be estimated. It should be noted that resource allocations from leveraged sources may also vary annually as will supplemental resources that will be used to leverage projects. Anticipated leverage amounts for the City of Boynton Beach may vary based on the financing structure of individual projects or programs funded, as well as market conditions and other intervening variables during the Consolidated Plan. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 125 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Anticipated Resources Program Source Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative of Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount Description Funds Allocation:$ Income:$ Resources:$ $ Available Remainder of ConPlan CDBG public- Acquisition 547,207 0 1,072,040 $1,619,247 $2,188,828 The expected federal Admin and amount available Planning for the remainder Economic of the Con Plan is Development estimated based Housing on the FY 2022- Public 2023 funding. Improvements Public Services Other public- Admin and The Florida State state Planning TBD through Housing Initiatives Other annual state Partnership(SHIP) budgeting funds are for FY $775,874 0 0 $775,874 process 2022-2023. Table 54-Expected Resources—Priority Table Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 126 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state, and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied When eligible, CDBG funds will be utilized to leverage City general fund allocations, other local, federal, and state funds to complete community development activities, address housing needs, and provide services to meet the needs of City residents. State funds received as an allocation from Florida Housing Finance Corporation's State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) Program are an example of funding that will leverage CDBG funds allocated to affordable housing activities. This opportunity to leverage Federal and state funds allows the City to assist very low, low, low-to moderate-and middle-income citizens. The State SHIP fund allocation for the FY 2022-2023 is$775,874. Future years cannot be reflected as there is no guarantee of annual allocations of funding over the five years of the Consolidated Plan. If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan The city will continue to seek vacant land and residential structures for donation or sale to non-profit developers as these become available. The cost of properties in Palm Beach County has become unaffordable because of investor speculation. At the time of submission of this Plan, the City does not own properties that might be used to address the needs in the plan. Discussion With the 2020 public health crisis and resultant economic fallout due to business closures and loss of jobs, supplemental funding through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act) has been allocated through HUD appropriations. County and State agencies have waived provisions to allow such funding to be allocated through "entitlement" cities. The allocation of federal resources and program design will be impacted with more focus on meeting immediate needs. Public services to assist special needs and vulnerable populations and persons who are at risk of homelessness due to job loss will be top priority for resources. There are also opportunities for the City to work with other governmental entities and the private sector to address the needs of Boynton Beach residents. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 127 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Annual Goals and Objectives AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives Goals Summary Information Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Order Year Year Area Indicator 1 Provision of public 2022 2023 Non-Housing Citywide Public Services, CDBG: Public service services Community General $80,000 activities other than Development LMI Housing Benefit: 600 Persons Assisted 2 Increase Quality of 2022 2023 Non-Housing Low& Public Facilities and CDBG: Public Facility or Public Community Moderate- Infrastructure $241,801 Infrastructure Improvements. Development Income Areas Activities other than LMI Housing Benefit: 2,500 Persons Assisted 3 Create and maintain 2022 2023 Affordable Citywide Rehabilitation of CDBG: Homeowner Housing safe and affordable Housing existing and $115,965 Added or preserved: housing. creation of new State of 5 Housing Units housing Florida SHIP: $775,874 4 Planning and grant 2022 2023 Planning and Citywide Public CDBG: Other:1 Other administration Administration Improvements $109,441 Public Services, State of General Florida SHIP: $77,587 Table 55—Goals Summary Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 128 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/20211 Goal Descriptions 1 Goal Name Provision of public services Goal No more than 15% of CDBG funds will be used to assist residents with a broad Description spectrum of public services activities to enhance their living environment including childcare, mental health services, health services, youth services, domestic violence services, substance abuse services, services for elderly, services for the elderly, and education. Public services will be provided by non-profit organizations that will be selected through an RFP process. 2 Goal Name Increase quality of public facilities and improvements Goal Funds will be used to foster healthy,stable, and attractive neighborhoods,access to Description quality public facilities, and blight removal by funding neighborhood improvement activities such as neighborhood public infrastructure and improvements including water, sewer, drainage, and sidewalks 3 Goal Name Create and maintain safe and affordable housing Goal CDBG and State of Florida SHIP funds will be used for land acquisition, down Description payment assistance, development subsidy, rental rehabilitation, major home repairs/residential rehabilitation for low-to moderate-income homeowners of single-family owner-occupied homes and tother eligible activities to create new affordable housing. 4 Goal Name Planning and grant administration Goal Funding to the City's Community Improvement Division for planning and grant Description administration that doesn't exceed 20% of the CDBG grant to implement and/or coordinate the implementation of all CDBG activities to meet the FY 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan goals and objectives. $77,587 in State of Florida SHIP funds will also be used for planning and administration. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 129 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Projects AP-35 Projects—91.220(d) Introduction The following table contains the projects that the City will fund in FY 2022-2023 using CDBG funds. Up to 20% of the CDBG grant can be expended on Planning and Administration. State of Florida SHIP and City general funds will be leveraged with the federal funds. CDBG funds allocated to Public Services will be awarded through a Request for Proposal process for eligible and qualified community-based non-profit organizations. No more than 15% of the CDBG grant can be expended on public service activities. The specific public service activities to be funded below were based on the priorities set by the Consolidated Plan and applications submitted by the non-profit organizations. Projects Project Name la CDBG Public Services—Pathways to Prosperity lb CDBG Public Services—Alzheimer's Community Care, Inc. 2 CDBG and State of Florida SHIP Affordable Housing 3 CDBG Public Facilities and Improvements 4 CDBG Planning and Administration Table 56— Project Information Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs. Allocation priorities were based on the City's housing and community development needs assessment contained in the Consolidated Plan, feedback from residents and other community stakeholders,funding applications received through a competitive grant applications cycle, and the City Commission. The economic dislocation caused by the COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionally affected low-to-moderate- income households. Housing market conditions related to demand and supply of both affordable rental and homeownership housing and the high costs of vacant land and construction makes it very difficult to serve the housing needs of LMI families. The City is challenged to develop and implement a well- coordinated and integrated outcome-driven service delivery system that meets the City's housing and community development needs and goals within the limits of available funding and external conditions. Ongoing efforts to address the identified needs amidst dwindling financial resources at the federal and local level also requires the City to focus its funding to the activities that will have the highest impact. The City has selected to focus on public improvements such as streets, sidewalks, and other eligible infrastructure projects in low-income census tracts where at least 51 percent of the population is LMI households and affordable housing activities. Existing CDBG funding and other sources will be sought to address the affordable housing crisis which was deemed the highest priority in the needs assessment. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 130 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-38 Project Summary Project Summary Information Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 131 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) 1 Project Name General Public Services—Pathways to Prosperity Target Area Citywide Goals Supported Provision of public services Needs Addressed Public Services, General Funding CDBG:$55,000 Description Activity Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.201(e)- Administered by the Community Improvement Division through the provision of funding to community- based organizations non-profits procured through a Request for Proposals (RFPs). This activity will benefit low- to moderate-income individuals and households by providing training, mentoring, and case management for children and parents. Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number It is estimated that up to 300 individuals who are primarily from low-and and type of families moderate-income households will benefit from this activity. that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Activities include program design, outreach, intake, activity delivery, reporting, and compliance. 2 Project Name General Public Services—Alzheimer's Community Care, Inc. Target Area Citywide Goals Supported Provision of public services Needs Addressed Public Services, General Funding CDBG: $25,000 Description Activity Eligibility: 24 CFR 570.201(e)- Administered by the Community Improvement Division through the provision of funding to community- based organizations non-profits procured through a Request for Proposals (RFPs). This activity will benefit low- to moderate-income individuals and households by providing services for seniors,and persons with disabilities. Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number It is estimated that up to 300 individuals who are primarily from low-and and type of families moderate-income households will benefit from this activity. that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description Low/Mod Target Area Planned Activities Activities include program design, outreach, intake, activity delivery, reporting, and compliance. 3 Project Name CDBG Public Facilities and Improvements Target Area Low& Moderate-Income Areas Goals Supported Increase Quality of Public Facilities and Improvement Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 132 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Needs Addressed Public Facilities, Infrastructure, and Improvements Funding CDBG: $241,801 Description This project provides funding for improving public infrastructure in geographic areas where at least 51 percent of the population are low-to- moderate-income (at or below 80 percent of AMI) Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number The public facilities and improvements are anticipated to benefit 2,500 and type of families persons including individuals with disabilities. that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description This project will be carried out in qualified low-income areas. Planned Activities Administered by the City's Community Improvement Division, this activity will provide for assistance to carry out activities serving the needs of low and moderate-income residents. 4 Project Name CDBG Housing Activities Target Area Low& Moderate-Income Households Goals Supported Create and maintain safe and affordable housing Needs Addressed Housing Funding CDBG: $115,965; State of Florida SHIP: $775,874 Description This project provides funding for housing repairs and improvements to eligible low-to-moderate-income (at or below 80 percent of AMI) and/or elderly homeowners, buyers, and renters. Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number This activity is anticipated to benefit 2 persons/households assisted with and type of families CDBG and 8 persons/households assisted with SHIP. that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description This project will be carried out city-wide. Planned Activities Administered by the City's Community Improvement Division or through a sub-recipient partner, this activity will provide housing assistance to low and moderate-income or elderly homeowners. 5 Project Name CDBG Program Planning and Administration Target Area Citywide Goals Supported Increased public facilities and improvements Provision of public services Planning and grant administration Needs Addressed Public facilities and improvements Public Services, General Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 133 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Funding CDBG: $109,441 State of Florida SHIP: $ 77, 587 Description Activity Eligibility:24 CFR570.205 and 570.206 Provide funding to the City of Boynton Beach Community Improvement Division of the Financial Services Department for the administration of the CDBG programs. An amount of $109,441 in CDBG funds will be used to partially cover the planning and administrative costs of the program. Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number See individual activity benefits. and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description Citywide Planned Activities The City's Community Improvement Division will administer the CDBG program activities including Consolidated planning, subrecipient agreement development, environmental assessments and reviews, financial management including grant sub awards, procurement, and designation of subrecipients, inspections, reasonableness reviews, reporting, monitoring and oversight, recordkeeping, and other activities to ensure grant compliance. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 134 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-50 Geographic Distribution—91.220(f) Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed The City will allocate federal funding on a citywide basis for the 2022 program year, with concentrations within Census tracts 5601, 5701,5702, 6100,6201, 6203,and 63.00. Housing rehabilitation, however, can be citywide for income eligible homeowners in need of code-related repairs. All projects included in this Annual Action Plan will benefit low-and-moderate income residents throughout the City. Geographic Distribution Target Area Percentage of Funds Citywide 35 Low-moderate-income areas 65 Table 57 -Geographic Distribution Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically Boynton Beach adheres to all program-specific eligibility requirements when allocating funds. Priorities for allocation of funding have been established through a combination of public feedback, needs analysis, internal and stakeholder feedback and opportunities for leveraging.All the proposed Action Plan projects will serve very low-, low-, and moderate-income persons and households. All CDBG funds will be geographically allocated citywide, with preferences on the CDBG target area as it is the area with the highest area of minority concentration and lowest of incomes. The City plans to focus its CDBG funds on public improvements in its census tracts that have a low-to-moderate-income (LMI) population of 51 percent or more including the area called the Heart of Boynton. Discussion See above discussion. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 135 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Affordable Housing AP-55 Affordable Housing—91.220(g) Introduction During FY 2022-2023, the City of Boynton Beach will utilize CDBG funds leveraged with State of Florida SHIP funds to assist 10 non-homeless households with rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing units, production of new housing units, and acquisition of an existing housing unit. The City's housing stock is aging and low- and moderate-income homeowners cannot afford to maintain or repair their homes. For this reason, rehabilitation of owner-occupied housing has been determined to be a high priority. The home repair needs of elderly persons will also be addressed under the CDBG and SHIP Home Repair Programs as special needs housing. One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless _ 0 Non-Homeless 10 Special-Needs 0 Total 10 Table 58 -One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance The Production of New Units _ Rehab of Existing Units 4 Acquisition of Existing Units 6 Tota I 10 Table 59 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type Discussion During the first year of this new Consolidated Plan five-year period,the city will focus on completing those housing activities that were delayed during the prior two years and leverage its CDBG resources with those provided through the State Housing Initiatives Program (SHIP) to address the first-year priority housing needs reflected in the statistical analysis contained in the Plan. This will include $115,965 from Program Year 2022 and $1,229,651 in SHIP funds from PY's 2021 and 2022. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 136 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-60 Public Housing—91.220(h) Introduction The City of Boynton Beach does not own or operate a Public Housing Authority or Public Housing Agency within its jurisdiction. However,the Palm Beach County Housing Authority(PBCHA)does own forty-three single-family units in Boynton Beach. Palm Beach County residents are provided with affordable housing options that are free of housing discrimination and architectural barriers according to the PBCHA. Also, the Delray Beach Housing Authority provides Section 8 vouchers to residents in Boynton Beach. Actions planned during the next year to address the needs for public housing N/A Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in the management and participate in homeownership Outreach efforts are coordinated between the City of Boynton Beach, Palm Beach County and Delray Beach Housing Authorities with regard to informing Section 8 and/or public housing residents of new homebuyer opportunities. This includes notices of all homeownership seminars and workshops being sponsored by the city or its non-profit affordable housing partners. If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance According to the Palm Beach County and Delray Beach Housing Authorities' most recent Annual Plans for FY2021, neither agency is designated as a troubled HA. Discussion See above. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 137 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities—91.220(i) Introduction The Homeless and Housing Alliance (HHA) of Palm Beach County (formerly the Continuum of Care) is intended to deliver a comprehensive and coordinated continuum of services for homeless individuals and families.The City of Boynton Beach is under the umbrella of the HHA of Palm Beach County. The system's fundamental components include homeless prevention, outreach and assessment, emergency shelter, transitional housing, supportive services, permanent housing, and permanent supportive housing. The HHA includes community-based membership with representatives from government, business, formerly homeless individuals, law enforcement, banking, housing service providers, faith groups, education, veterans, health care, and concerned individuals. Palm Beach County Division of Human Services (the Division) continues its role as the lead entity for the HHA which began in January 2006. Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness including Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs As reported in the Palm Beach County Annual Action Plan, the Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool (SPDAT) is the assessment tool used during outreach activities. The tool prioritizes whom to serve and identifies what supportive services should be provided. • Palm Beach County's Homeless Outreach Team (HOT), which leads the County's homeless outreach program, utilizes the SPDAT to conduct initial assessments in the field. Individual SPDAT scores are used to determine what programs and services are the most needed by the homeless individual. The HOT Team travels throughout the County to various location where the homeless are known to congregate in order to conduct on-site screenings. • The Homeless Coalition of Palm Beach County conducts Homeless Connect events throughout the County. These events allow the homeless population to receive haircuts, toiletries, clothing, and other related items. • The Senator Phillip D. Lewis Center is the point of access for the homeless population to obtain housing and/or services in Palm Beach County. Homeless individuals and families are referred to the Lewis Center from the County's Homeless Outreach Team, as well as law enforcement. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Palm Beach County's HHA continues to prioritize the emergency shelter component for the County's ESG program. Palm Beach County provides ESG funding to support a transitional housing facility for single homeless men and two emergency shelters for victims of domestic abuse. Palm Beach County operates a temporary emergency homeless shelter, the Lewis Center Annex. This shelter provides beds, showers, meals, medical services, and other supportive services for up to 125 chronically homeless persons. Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families,families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 138 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness,facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again Palm Beach County assists homeless individuals and families to transition into permanent supportive and independent housing. The following actions will be undertaken by the County and its partners to help the homeless population transition into a permanent form of housing: • Palm Beach County will continue to utilize Continuum of Care (CoC) and ESG funding to support three (3) Rapid Rehousing programs.These programs will provide financial assistance to homeless individuals/families to regain stability in permanent housing. The financial assistance will include security deposits, rental assistance, utility deposits, and utility assistance. These households will also continue to receive case management and other supportive services. • HHA has established as a goal for the Continuum to give funding priority to permanent supportive housing programs that dedicate 100% of their beds for the chronically homeless. • State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP)funds will be used by the County to operate a Housing Reentry Assistance (REAP) Program.This homeless prevention program will provide rental security and utility deposits to eligible households whose income is up to 50%AMI. • The County's CoC funding will continue to support permanent supportive housing programs that dedicate 100%of their beds for the chronic homeless population. These programs provide 64 housing and support services to individuals as well to families. • The County will continue the SMART(Support, Marketing, Assistance, Rental, Tenant) campaign which recruits potential landlords to a database to match them with homeless individuals and families who need housing. Persons housed under this program are provided with deposits and monthly rental assistance which vary in length and dollar amounts based on the client's needs. Each household is assigned a case manager who in turn becomes the landlord's point of contact. Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); or, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health,social services, employment, education, or youth needs Palm Beach County uses local, state, and federal funding to support Homeless Prevention activities that are designed to assist low-income persons and families that find themselves threatened with homelessness: • Palm Beach County provides financial assistance in the form of emergency rent and/or utility payments to households in order to prevent the household from becoming homeless. Homeless prevention funds target those individuals and families who would become homeless without the Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 139 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) assistance. • Palm Beach County participates in the Reentry Task Force whose mission is to implement comprehensive re-entry services to ex-offenders from the time of their entry into the prison system through their transition, reintegration,and aftercare in the community.These services will include, among others, case management and housing assistance. The Reentry Task Force partners include Palm Beach County, Criminal Justice Commission and Gulfstream Goodwill Industries. • Palm Beach County makes funding available to agencies that provide housing and support services to youth who have been discharged from the state's foster care program and provides CoC funding to support the "Connecting Youth to Opportunities" program that provides rapid re- housing and support services to unaccompanied youth ages 18 to 24 who have aged out of the foster care system. • The Lewis Center coordinates with area hospitals and mental health facilities to permit discharged patients to receive referrals to the Lewis Center. The referrals will allow for the discharged persons to access the County's homeless services. • The County's Division of Human and Veterans Services has oversight of HUD's Youth Homeless Demonstration Program (YHDP). The County awarded 3 nonprofit agencies funding under this program to provide eligible activities that serve youth experiencing homeless, including unaccompanied and pregnant or parenting youth,where no member of the household is older than 24 years of age. Discussion The Homeless and Housing Alliance(HHA) of Palm Beach County,with the support of the members of the CoC within the County,strategically support the needs of persons experiencing homelessness and persons with special needs. The jurisdiction will continue to support the most vulnerable, at-risk community members through housing and supportive services. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 140 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing—91.220(j) Introduction: The City of Boynton Beach last amended its Housing Element in 2008.The overarching goal of the Housing element is "To provide decent, safe, and sanitary housing in suitable neighborhood environments at a range of costs and variety of types necessary to meet the needs of present and future residents of the City".This goal is very broad and falls within the norms for almost all municipalities. Additional goals which more specifically prioritize affordable housing should be developed to increase its success. The City's Zoning Code defines a family as "One (1) or more persons occupying a single dwelling unit and using common cooking facilities. Families who provide care in their own home as duly state licensed foster family homes, in which dependent children have been duly placed by the State of Florida, and which include not more than five (5) children (both natural and foster) in the household, are expressly included within this term." This definition is in line with the definition provided by HUD. In addition, the housing policy established by the Future Land Use Element of the Comprehensive Plan states that the City "shall provide a mix of available residential densities to accommodate a variety of housing types sufficient to meet the needs of the present and projected population of the City, including the provision of adequate sites for housing very low-, low- and moderate-income households and for mobile and manufactured homes." While the definition of "family" and the Future Land Use element are adequate, there are still existing barriers to the development maintenance, and improvement of affordable housing. The most significant barriers for developing affordable housing include the following: • The lack of adequate public policies that support the creation of affordable housing. - The Housing Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan establishes goals,objectives and policies aimed at providing adequate housing for the City's residents.However,the Housing Element of the City's Comprehensive Plan has not been updated since 2008. The goals, objectives and policies of the Housing element should be updated to reflect the current conditions of the City. • Business Tax Receipt: A business tax receipt is required for long term rental of a property. The City should ensure that the inspections required to obtain a Business Receipt cover an evaluation of the property that ensures the accommodations are safe to be inhabited. Roof Truss tests should be required as part of the inspection process for manufactured home long term rentals. This will ensure that the property conforms to HUD regulations for manufactured homes. • Lack of resources for affordable housing and infrastructure in support of affordable especially renter housing:As grant sources, both Federal and State, are declining, resources for developing affordable housing are limited. Limited funding resources and the cost of retrofitting existing houses are barriers to the availability and accessibility of housing for persons with disabilities. The majority of the City's CDBG is not spent on affordable housing initiatives. • Limited Housing Options: The Housing Element mentions housing options in supportive housing but does not talk specifically about type of houses such as accessory dwelling units that can accommodate new housing units in existing neighborhoods, provide housing options for lower income persons,and allow for efficient use of the city's existing housing stock and infrastructure. Other options include land acquisition, development subsidies, expanded down payment assistance and home repair programs designed to assist elderly homeowners. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 141 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/20211 • Impact Fees: Impact fees also pose a barrier to affordable housing. Currently,the impact fees for residential units 800 square feet in size or smaller are $2,699.22. Coupled with today's construction costs, impact fees can disincentivize affordable housing projects. • Zoning Regulations: Regulations and land use controls may also create unintended effects of reducing the availability of affordable housing as they may significantly impact the location and type of housing and business investments and may increase the cost of development. The development review and code compliance processes also tend to fall within the regulatory processes. Code compliance is essential to eliminate slum and blight but if not combined with adequate community engagement, it may become disastrous as residents may not comply and seek legal remedy. The City's Code Compliance Department should ensure that it is dedicated to enforcement as well as adequate community engagement. • Group Homes: Group homes are allowed per the City's zoning Code. There is no distance requirement established between each group home establishment. However, a conditional use approval is required for group homes to be permitted in several zoning districts within the City. The additional approval requirement creates a barrier to affordable housing for residents requiring this type of housing. • Accessory Dwelling Units: Accessory Dwelling Units are allowed per the zoning code. However, they are only allowed as an accessory use to any lawful non-residential principal use within a non- residential building. In addition, the living area requirement is seven hundred fifty (750) square feet and limited to occupancy by the property owner or business operator. Accessory Dwelling Units should be allowed as an accessory to lawful residential principal uses. The City of Boynton Beach conducted an update of its last Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (Al) in 2010. The City is currently in the process of updating its last analysis. Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment Housing Element of the Comprehensive Plan: The City of Boynton Beach last amended its Housing Element in 2008. The overarching goal of the Housing element is "To provide decent, safe, and sanitary housing in suitable neighborhood environments at a range of costs and variety of types necessary to meet the needs of present and future residents of the City". This goal is very broad and falls within the norms for almost all municipalities.Additional goals which more specifically prioritize affordable housing should be developed to increase its success. The housing related goals of Comprehensive Plan conform to the City's Development Code since the development standards include regulations that permit various housing types and zoning waivers. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 142 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Discussion: A summary of the recommendations to address impediments to fair housing choice is provided below and these actions are intended to remove and/or ameliorate the barriers to affordable housing. Resources: The Boynton Beach CRA(CRA)was established as a tool for redevelopment within the City. A part of the Boynton Beach CRA's mission is to support affordable housing. Among its goals, the CRA aims to protect and enhance existing single-family neighborhoods and encourage the preservation of existing affordable housing and the development of new affordable housing through the provision of technical assistance, incentives, and land. The CRA has allocated $2,410,825 in affordable housing through its general fund and tax increment financing. Outside of CRA funding, vacant lots have also been provided for the development of affordable housing through Habitat for Humanity. A total of$579,825 in additional CDBG funds has been allocated during the FY2022-2026 Consolidated Plan period towards affordable housing activities. Regulatory Barriers: The City of Boynton Beach has developed partnerships with community-based organizations, banks, and realtors to increase and improve the supply and quality of affordable housing in the City through education and preservation of existing housing stock.The Housing Division,Zoning and Planning units will work closely together to identify any regulatory barriers to affordable housing and revise or eliminate such regulations when possible. Discrimination on the Basis of Protected Class in Violation of Federal,State,and Local Fair Housing Laws —Recommendations: Provide comprehensive fair housing enforcement services; provide fair housing education and training to housing providers, residents, City staff, and Community Based Organizations for fair housing education and referrals; implement a broadcast and print media campaign in various languages; provide financial support for fair housing enforcement (including testing); review and revise, if needed, zoning policies for congregate facilities; and develop a fair housing referral process. Shortage of Affordable/Accessible Housing — Recommendations: Provide information and technical assistance on all housing programs; increase the amount of accessible housing through design and construction training for greater accessibility;the use of universal design;and require City-funded housing to follow Fair Housing Design & Construction. Lack of Knowledge of Fair Housing Protections and Redress under Fair Housing Laws — Recommendations: Conduct fair housing broadcast and print media campaign; use the City's website for Fair Housing information with links; and appoint a media liaison to discuss racial/ethnic issues. Fair and Equal Lending Disparities—Recommendations: Implement a publicity campaign promoting Fair Lending and educational materials in English,Spanish,and Creole and require and monitor annual reports Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 143 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) from all area lenders by race/ethnicity. Strongly Segregated Housing Market- Recommendations: Provide technical assistance training in Affirmative Marketing for City funded housing projects, staff, and entities; provide culturally competent fair housing education for persons with Limited English Proficiency;and the City's own advertising reflects and appeals to diverse communities. No County-wide Cooperative Effort to Affirmatively Further Fair Housing-Recommendations:Encourage and support regional fair housing efforts; fair housing month activities; and federal Fair Housing, Performance Standards and CDBG Grant Review. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 144 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) AP-85 Other Actions—91.220(k) Introduction: The following is a list of actions the City of Boynton Beach plans to implement over the new one-year period to achieve success in addressing the housing and community development needs of low-to moderate income residents and families. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs The Community Improvement Division will continue to work with other city Departments, Palm Beach County, as well as other public and private organizations to expand services and leverage Federal, state, and local funds to address the obstacles to meeting the underserved needs of the community. Obstacles that arise over the next one-year will be addressed in the following ways: 1)determine the level of urgency and propose a solution with available resources and/or 2) re-prioritize future funding based on the level of urgency and available resources. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing Boynton Beach will continue efforts of fostering and maintaining existing and new affordable housing by working with our housing partners and potential new developers to expand and increase affordable housing opportunities. Combined with State (SHIP)funding,the city anticipates having over$1 million to allocate towards housing during the next one-year period. Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards Overall, the goal of the City of Boynton Beach is to eliminate lead-based paint hazards and prevent childhood poisoning in our community. This can only be achieved through partnering with our public and private sectors. The City will follow all procedures specified in the applicable program regulations for activities receiving these funds. The city will also provide all contractors/sub-recipient agencies the required notifications to owners and occupants and inspect for defective paint surfaces in pre-1978 properties assisted. Any defective paint conditions found will be included in the project scope of work and treatment provided to the defective areas. All paint inspections, risk assessments and clearance testing of suspect properties will be performed by licensed testing professionals. As a policy, the city provides the HUD required informational pamphlets to homeowners and contractors to ensure that both the lead safe work and the EPS's Renovation Repair, and Painting Rule (RRP) practices are being used for all Federally funded housing activities. Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families As stated in prior sections, the city will work to increase the number of higher paying jobs that may in- turn reduce the number of poverty-level families and strive to expand new economic opportunities to build a more equitable business climate in Boynton Beach. Through its partnering agencies and non- profits organizations, efforts will continue to support educational opportunities, promote programs that prepare the workforce for new, or career changing paths to financial independence and seek new Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 145 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) businesses that will retain young local talented residents. Actions planned to develop institutional structure Boynton Beach will continue to work in partnership with local non-profit service providers and government agencies to deliver services to those in need. On-going efforts to review and assess the strengths and gaps in the current institutional structure will take place over the next one-year period and beyond. Adjustments, as necessary,will be made to improve results of the existing structure to produce better outcomes. Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies The city undertakes a consultation process each year and invites comments/feedback from stakeholders within the housing and service delivery environs. Next steps will include developing a methodology to measure and collect data sufficient to assess the effectiveness of meeting client needs. Discussion: Affordable housing development requires multiple funding sources including the City's local funds,State dollars, federal funding, and available redevelopment property amassed by the City. To keep pace with the increasing demand for affordable housing and to balance development to ensure locational choice, continued federal and state funding is needed.The city received$547,207 in CDBG funding in Fiscal Year 2022. This allocation does not allow for a significant number of housing projects to occur due to the current spike in construction costs as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 146 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Program Specific Requirements AP-90 Program Specific Requirements—91.220(1) (1,2,4) Introduction: The following is a description of the plans and actions that the City of Boynton Beach will implement during the 2022-2023 Program Year for each federal program shown below to remain in compliance with the program specific requirements of HUD Community Planning and Development programs. Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(1)(1) Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out. 1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start $0 of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed. 2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used $0 during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements. $0 4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned $0 use has not been included in a prior statement or plan. 5. The amount of income from float-funded activities $0 Total Program Income: $0 Other CDBG Requirements 1.The amount of urgent need activities. $0 2.The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that benefit persons of low and moderate income. Overall Benefit—A consecutive period of one, two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit of 70%of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. ONE YEAR - 100% Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 147 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) Appendix A Public Notices Consolidated Plan BOYNTON BEACH 148 OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021) The Palm Beach Post Palm Beach Daily News I LOCALiO PROOF OF PUBLICATION STATE OF FLORIDA PUBLIC NOTICE Before the undersigned authority, personally appeared Teal Pontarelli, who on oath, says that he/she is a Legal Advertising Representative of The Palm Beach Post, a daily and Sunday newspaper, published in West Palm Beach and distributed in Palm Beach County, Martin County, and St. Lucie County, Florida; that the attached copy of advertising for a P-Main Legal ROP was published in said newspaper in issues dated: first date of Publication 02/24/2022 and last date of Publication 02/24/2022. or by publication on the newspaper's website. Affiant further says that the said The Palm Beach Post is a newspaper published in West Palm Beach, in said Palm Beach County, Florida and that the said newspaper has heretofore been continuously published in said Palm Beach County, Florida, daily and Sunday and has been entered as second class mail matter at the post office in West Palm Beach, in said Palm Beach County, Florida, for a period of one year next preceding the first publication of the attached copy of advertisement; and affiant further says that he/she has neither paid nor promised any person, firm or corporation any discount, rebate, commission or refund for the purpose of securing this advertisement for publication in said newspaper. BOYNTON BEACH; CITY OF PO BOX 310 BOYNTON BEACH, FL 33425 Invoice/Order Number: 0000685588 Ad Cost: $350.00 Paid: $0.00 Balance Due: $350.00 , 1 I / II Signed / �l 11_x. 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CDB( finds can be used for public services.affonlnble housing,public facilities nod infrastructure improvements,and economic development. Projects must generally benefit lav- and moderate-income persons. with at least 70%of funding benefitting households whit(scones at or below R0%,of Mc inn median income.The Consolidated Man (Con Plat)is a rive-your vision and strategic plan of how these funds will be used to help address the City's housing rind community development steeds. 'Tiw Annual Action Plan (AAP)will describe how lite City's annual allocation will be used to address the objectives and goals In the Con Plan. 'Iltcse plaits will Ito submitted to receive f IUD funds. As mandated by the FedennI regulations at 24 CFR Pail 91, the City is Stoning a collaborative rind community planning process. The City will be conducting open nectings, online surveys, and a 30-day continent period to solicit Input on lousing and community development needs,priorities,and the use of program fiords, Public input will be used to develop the Plats,and public comments aro then incorpornted lotto the Con Plan rind AAI'. Persons living or working in Boynton Beach ore encounrged to uutcnd and participate in the meet lugs,review,cnn1111c111 on Ile drafts and c plot the surveys. You aro Invited to rittend the public pan lc illation meeting at the (Boynton Beach City Commissinrt Chambers on Wednesday,March 2.2022,al(r:00 pm Please visit lite City's website at wwsv.bovrttom-beacharrg I'or up-lu-dale information and detithed instructions on the place and methodology lirr how the public meeting will be conducted. individuals with dlsrtb llhlcs or persons with Limited English Proficiency requiring nuxlllary aids ur services to pnrlIcipnle In the meetings effectively s11ou1(1 contact the City by coiling no laser than four(4)slays before the proceedings.Telephone 561- 742-6359 for assistance. If the hearing impaired, your can call our TDB line al (861)742-6241 for assistance. vee-00000essseol Page 2 of 2 yy . . 401, Ole Mir OP ere j� 111 ' 4111 r. a.= Ner4 March 30, 202212:10pm CITY SEEKING INPUT ON CDBG PROGRAM HOME (/) / NEWS (/NEWS) / CITY SEEKING INPUT ON CDBG PROGRAM The City is seeking your input. Every five years, the City of Boynton Beach submits a Consolidated Plan to the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the use of the Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). We are currently preparing the FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan. The plan identifies housing and community development needs and sets the city's strategic objectives, goals, and activities to address those needs through CDBG funding from HUD. Then, for each year of the five-year period, the City must submit an annual action plan which outlines how the city will spend the federal funds it receives annually. Funds can be utilized for a wide range of activities including home repair, rental housing, homebuyer housing, public facilities and infrastructure improvements, slum and blight removal, public services, and economic development. City residents, business owners, landlords, and property owners are invited to participate. 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Commission Chambers at City Hall + Online 100 East Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach, FL 33435 Virtual option meeting link: https://attendee.gotowebi na r.com/reg ister/7735488035419558672 (https://attendee.gotowebi na r.com/reg ister/7735488035419558672) Meeting Agenda: https://Ifpub.bbfl.us/WebLink/DocView.aspx? id=92029&d bid=0&repo=CityClerk (https://Ifpub.bbfl.us/WebLink/DocView.aspx? id=92029&d bid=0&repo=CityClerk) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM FISCAL YEARs 2022-2026 CONSOLIDATED PLAN FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN The City of Boynton Beach is an "entitlement" community eligible to receive assistance from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) programs. CDBG funds can be used for public services, affordable housing, public facilities and infrastructure improvements, and economic development. Projects must generally benefit low- and moderate-income persons, with at least 70% of funding benefiting households with incomes at or below 80% of the area median income. The Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) is a five-year vision and strategic plan of how these funds will be used to help address the City's housing and community development needs. The Annual Action Plan (AAP) will describe how the City's annual allocation will be used to address the objectives and goals in the Con Plan. These plans will be submitted to receive HUD funds. As mandated by the Federal regulations at 24 CFR Part 91, the City is starting a collaborative and community planning process. The City will be conducting open meetings, online surveys, and a 30-day comment period to solicit input on housing and community development needs, priorities, and the use of program funds. Public input will be used to develop the Plans, and public comments are then incorporated into the Con Plan and AAP. Persons living or working in Boynton Beach are encouraged to attend and participate in the meetings, review, comment on the drafts and complete the surveys. You are invited to attend the public participation meeting at the Boynton Beach City Commission Chambers on Wednesday, April 13. 2022, at 6:00 pm. Please visit the City's website at www.boynton-beach.org (http://www.boynton-beach.org) for up-to-date information and detailed instructions on the place and methodology for how the public meeting will be conducted. Individuals with disabilities or persons with Limited English Proficiency requiring auxiliary aids or services to participate in the meetings effectively should contact the City by calling 561-742-6241 no later than four (4) days before the proceedings. An ASL interpreter will be provided on GoToWebinar for the virtual option. 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Projects must generally benefit low- and moderate-income persons, with at least 70% of funding benefitting households with incomes at or below 80% of the area median income. The Consolidated Plan (Con Plan) is a five-year vision and strategic plan of how these funds will be used to help address the City's housing and community development needs. The Annual Action Plan (AAP) will describe how the City's annual allocation will be used to address the objectives and goals in the Con Plan. These plans will be submitted to receive HUD funds. As mandated by the Federal regulations at 24 CFR Part 91, the City is starting a collaborative and community planning process. The City will be conducting open meetings, online surveys, and a 30-day comment period to solicit input on housing and community development needs, priorities, and the use of program funds. Public input will be used to develop the Plans, and public comments are then incorporated into the Con Plan and AAP. 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April 1, 2022 9:30am CITY TO ACCEPT CDBG APPLICATIONS BEGINNING APRIL 14 HOME (/) / NEWS (/NEWS) / CITY TO ACCEPT CDBG APPLICATIONS BEGINNING APRIL 14 The City hereby announces that it will be accepting CDBG applications for funding for Public Services Activities for the FY 2022 from eligible non- profit organizations beginning April 14, 2022. Applications will be available online (http://www.boynton-beach.org/cdbg). The City of Boynton Beach (the City) is an entitlement community eligible to receive assistance under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) block grant programs. Per federal regulations at 24 CFR, Part 91, the City is preparing a draft Annual Action Plan (AAP) for its FY 2022 CDBG Program funds and will submit its AAP to HUD by August 16, 2022. This document is a requirement for direct assistance under HUD funding programs. The proposed FY 2022 AAP is a component of the 2022- 2026 Consolidated Plan that identifies resources and strategies to assist in meeting the housing and community development needs of primarily l( to-moderate-income residents and areas. The City expects to receive approximately $582,000 in CDBG funding for FY 2022. Community Proposed Activities to be Funded: • Planning and Administration up to 20% (Approximately $116,400) • Public Services up to 15% (Approximately $87,300) • Other Eligible Needed Activities 65% (Approximately $ 378,300) CDBG funding must primarily benefit low and moderate-income residents and areas. Eligible Public Services activities include, but not limited to Educational Programs, Services for Senior Citizens, Services for Homeless Persons, Drug Abuse Counseling and Domestic Violence Prevention Programs. All CDBG Applications must be submitted with one (1) original hard copy and one (1) electronic copy in accordance with the standard application package. 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Ocean Ave. Boynton Beach, FL 33435 CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FL DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan & FY 2022 Annual Action Plan 30-day Comment Period - June 21 to July 20, 2022 As an "entitlement" community, the City of Boynton Beach (City) receives an annual allocation of formula block grant funding of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). As such, the City must develop a five-year Consolidated Plan for housing and community development activities, and an Annual Action Plan for use of these funds annually. The city has completed its FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan and its first year Annual Action Plan for FY 2022 and is required to give Boynton Beach community members the opportunity to provide comments on the draft of both plans. It is estimated that the City will receive $2.7 million in CDBG funds over the five years of the Consolidated Plan. For FY 2022, the City will receive $547,207 in CDBG funds. CDBG funds can be used to develop a stronger community by providing decent housing, creating suitable living environments, and expanding economic opportunities, principally for people of low and moderate incomes. The Plans will be submitted to HUD by August 15, 2022. The projected use of funds for FY 2022 and the five-year period are provided below. The Plans will be submitted to the City Council for approval on July 19, 2022, at 6:00 pm. No. Activity Funding Allocation Funding Allocation FY 2022 FY 2022-2026 One Year Actual 5 Years Estimated 1 CDBG Program Administration $109,441 $547,205 (no more than 20%) 2 CDBG Public Services -- Non-profit Organizations $400,000 I (no more than 15%) • Pathways to Prosperity, Inc. $55,000 • Alzheimer's Community Care, Inc. $25,000 3 CDBG Public Improvement -Purchase of Fire Equipment $231,930 CDBG Public Improvements in a principally low-income area. $125,836 $ 1,788,830 CDBG Total Uses $547,207 $2,736,035 CDBG Entitlement Funding $547,207 $2,736,035 CDBG Program Income $0 $0 CDBG Total Sources $547,207 $2,736,035 A draft copy of the City's FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan and FY 2022 Annual Action Plan will be available to the public starting on June 21, 2022 until July 20,2022, in the City's Community Improvement Division and at I i the Public Library at 100 E. Ocean Avenue, Boynton Beach, FL 33435 for a 30-day comment period. Persons wishing to comment on the plan may submit written comments no later than July 20, 2022, to: Financial Services Department Community Improvement Division Attn: RJ Ramirez, Community Improvement Manager 100 E. Ocean Avenue Boynton Beach, FL 33425 Email: ramirezr©bbfl.us (mailto:ramirezr©bbfl.us) IF REQUESTED THIS DOCUMENT CAN BE PROVIDED IN AN ALTERNATIVE FORMAT OR LANGUAGE. CONTACT PHONE 561-742-6359 (te1:561-742-6359) CONTACT EMAIL RamirezR©bbfl.us (mailto:RamirezR©bbfl.us) CATEGORY: Meetings (/events/list?field_tags_target_id=191) Public Notices (/events/list?field_tags_target_id=673) • ri fi st Ave NW 1st Ave NW 1st Ave NE 1st AveT NE 1st Ave ___. 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Sworn to and subscribed before on 06/21/2022 Legal Clerk Notary,State of WI,County /3 •w• A My commision expires Publication Cost: $690.08 Order No: 7432098 #of Copies: Customer No: 730348 1 PO#: THIS IS NOT AN INVOICE! Please do not use this form for payment remittance. VICKY FELTY Notary Public State of Wisconsin Page 1 of 1 GVi" C p , t ( °A rON �,� CITY OF BOYNTON BEACH, FL DEPARTMENT OF FINANCIAL SERVICES FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan&FY 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan 30-day Comment Period-June 21 to July 20,2022 As an"entitlement"community,the City of Boynton Beach(City)receives an annual allocation of formula block grant funding of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). As such, the City must develop a five-year Consolidated Plan for housing and community development activities,and an Annual Action Plan for use of these funds annually. The city has completed Its FY 2022-2028 Consolidated Plan and its first year Annual Action Plan for FY 2022 and is required to give Boynton Beach community members the opportunity to provide comments on the draft of both plans. It is estimated that the City will receive$2.7 million in CDBG funds over the five years of the Consolidated Plan. For FY 2022,the City will receive$547,207 in CDBG funds.CDBG funds can be used to develop a stronger community by providing decent housing, creating suitable living environments, and expanding economic opportunities, principally for people of low and moderate incomes. The Plans will be submitted to HUD by August 15, 2022. The projected use of funds for FY 2022 and the five-year period are provided below.The Plans will be submitted to the City Council for approval on July 19,2022, at 6:00 pm. Funding Funding Allocation Allocation No. Activity FY 2022 FY 2022- One Year 2026 Actual 5 Years Estimated 1 CDBG Program Administration(no $109,441 $547,205 more than 20%) 2 $400,000 CDBG Public Services-Non-profit Organizations(no more than 15%) $55,000 •Pathways to Prosperity,Inc. •Alzheimer's Community Care,Inc. $25,000 3 CDBG Public Improvement- $231,930 Purchase of Fire Equipment $1,788,830 CDBG Public Improvements in a $125,836 principally low-income area. CDBG Total Uses $547,207 $2,736,035 CDBG Entitlement Funding $547,207 $2,736,035 CDBG Program Income SO $0 CDBG Total Sources $547,207 $2,736,035 A draft copy of the City's FY 2022-2026 Consolidated Plan and FY 2022 Annual Action Plan will be available to the public starting on June 21, 2022 until July 20,2022, in the City's Community Improvement Division and at the Public Library at 100 E.Ocean Avenue,Boynton Beach,FL 33435 for a 30-day comment period. Persons wishing to comment on the plan may submit written comments no later than July 20,2022,to: Financial Services Department Community Improvement Division Attn:RJ Ramirez,Community Improvement Manager 101 E.Ocean Avenue Boynton Beach,FL 33425 Email:ramirezrebbfl.us IF REQUESTED THIS DOCUMENT CAN BE PROVIDED IN AN ALTERNATIVE FORMAT OR LANGUAGE. OMB Number:4040-0004 Expiration Date: 12/31/2022 Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 1.Type of Submission: '2.Type of Application: 'If Revision,select appropriate letter(s): U Preapplication ®New Application [1 Continuation 'Other(Specify): Changed/Corrected Application ❑Revision •3.Date Received: 4.Applicant Identifier: 5a.Federal Entity Identifier: 5b.Federal Award Identifier: State Use Only: 6.Date Received by State: 7.State Application Identifier: 8.APPLICANT INFORMATION: a.Legal Name: City of Boynton Beach b.Employer/Taxpayer Identification Number(EIN/TIN): 'c.UEI: 59-6000282 FYYMUAVJDKC6 d.Address: •Streetl: 100 East Ocean Avenue Street2. *City: Boynton Beach County/Parish: Palm Beach 'State: FL: Florida Province: 'Country: USA: UNITED STATES Zip/Postal Code: 33935-0310 e.Organizational Unit: Department Name: Division Name: Financial Services Department Community Improvement Division f.Name and contact information of person to be contacted on matters involving this application: Prefix: Mr *First Name: RJ Middle Name: •Last Name: Ramirez Suffix. Title: Community Improvement Manager Organizational Affiliation: 'Telephone Number: 561-792-6359 Fax Number: 'Email: ramirezr@bbfl.us Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 •9.Type of Applicant 1:Select Applicant Type: C: City or Township Government Type of Applicant 2:Select Applicant Type: Type of Applicant 3:Select Applicant Type: Other(specify): .10.Name of Federal Agency: United States Department of Housing and Urban Development 11.Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance Number: 19.218 CFDA Title: CDBG •12.Funding Opportunity Number: B-22-MC-12-0093 •Title: Community Development Block Grant 13.Competition Identification Number: Title: 14.Areas Affected by Project(Cities,Counties,States,etc.): Add Attachment Delete Attachment View Attachment *15.Descriptive Title of Applicant's Project: Community Development Block Grant FY 2022 Attach supporting documents as specified in agency instructions.l Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 16.Congressional Districts Of: a.Applicant 23 'b.Program/Project Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts if needed. Add Attachment Delete Attachment View Attachment 17.Proposed Project: *a.Start Date: 10/01/2022 'b.End Date: 09/30/2023 18.Estimated Funding($): 'a.Federal 597,207.00 b.Applicant c.State d.Local *e.Other •f. Program Income 'g.TOTAL 597,207.00 *19.Is Application Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12372 Process? • a.This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process for review on • b.Program is subject to E.O. 12372 but has not been selected by the State for review. • c.Program is not covered by E.O. 12372. •20.Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt? (If"Yes,"provide explanation in attachment.) EYes ®No If"Yes",provide explanation and attach jAdd Attachment Delete Attachment View Attachment 21.`By signing this application,I certify(1)to the statements contained in the list of certifications"and(2)that the statements herein are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also provide the required assurances" and agree to comply with any resulting terms if I accept an award.I am aware that any false,fictitious,or fraudulent statements or claims may subject me to criminal,civil,or administrative penalties.(U.S.Code,Title 218,Section 1001) • "IAGREE • The list of certifications and assurances, or an internet site where you may obtain this list, is contained in the announcement or agency specific instructions. Authorized Representative: Prefix: Mr. *First Name: James Middle Name: *Last Name: Stables Suffix 'Title: Interim City Manager 'Telephone Number: 561-792-6010 Fax Number: 'Email: stablesJ@bbfl.us •Signature of Authorized Representative "Date Signed: I.7/241/262z. CERTIFICATIONS In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the consolidated plan regulations, the jurisdiction certifies that: Affirmatively Further Fair I housing--The jurisdiction will affirmatively further fair housing. Uniform Relocation Act and Anti-displacement and Relocation Plan--It will comply with the acquisition and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970,as amended,(42 U.S.C.4601-4655)and implementing regulations at 49 CFR Part 24.It has in effect and is following a residential anti-displacement and relocation assistance plan required under 24 CFR Part 42 in connection with any activity assisted with funding under the Community Development Block Grant or HOME programs. Anti-Lobbying--To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief: 1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid,by or on behalf of it,to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency,a Member of Congress,an officer or employee of Congress,or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract,the making of any Federal grant,the making of any Federal loan,the entering into of any cooperative agreement,and the extension,continuation,renewal,amendment,or modification of any Federal contract,grant, loan,or cooperative agreement; 2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency,a Member of Congress,an officer or employee of Congress,or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract,grant,loan,or cooperative agreement, it will complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions;and 3. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti-lobbying certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers(including subcontracts,subgrants,and contracts under grants, loans,and cooperative agreements)and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. Authority of Jurisdiction--The consolidated plan is authorized under State and local law(as applicable) and the jurisdiction possesses the legal authority to carry out the programs for which it is seeking funding,in accordance with applicable HUD regulations. Consistency with plan--The housing activities to be undertaken with Community Development Block Grant,HOME,Emergency Solutions Grant,and Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS funds are consistent with the strategic plan in the jurisdiction's consolidated plan. Section 3--It will comply with section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968(12 U.S.C. 1701u)and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 75. 1/2`�/Z)Z Z -.r ture of Authorized Official 'Date Interim City Manager Title Specific Community Development Block Grant Certifications The Entitlement Community certifies that: Citizen Participation--It is in full compliance and following a detailed citizen participation plan that satisfies the requirements of 24 CFR 91.105. Community Development Plan--Its consolidated plan identifies community development and housing needs and specifies both short-term and long-term community development objectives that that have been developed in accordance with the primary objective of the CDBG program(i.e.,the development of viable urban communities,by providing decent housing and expanding economic opportunities,primarily for persons of low and moderate income)and requirements of 24 CFR Parts 91 and 570. Following a Plan--It is following a current consolidated plan that has been approved by HUD. Use of Funds--It has complied with the following criteria: 1.Maximum Feasible Priority.With respect to activities expected to be assisted with CDBG funds,it has developed its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to activities which benefit low-and moderate-income families or aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight.The Action Plan may also include CDBG-assisted activities which the grantee certifies are designed to meet other community development needs having particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community,and other financial resources are not available(see Optional CDBG Certification). 2.Overall Benefit.The aggregate use of CDBG funds, including Section 108 guaranteed loans, during program year(s) F Y 2 0 2 2 [a period specified by the grantee of one, two,or three specific consecutive program years],shall principally benefit persons of low and moderate income in a manner that ensures that at least 70 percent of the amount is expended for activities that benefit such persons during the designated period. 1 Special Assessments. It will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted with CDBG funds,including Section 108 loan guaranteed funds,by assessing any amount against properties owned and occupied by persons of low and moderate income, including any fee charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining access to such public improvements. However,if CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of a fee or assessment that relates to the capital costs of public improvements(assisted in part with CDBG funds)financed from other revenue sources,an assessment or charge may be made against the property with respect to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds. In addition, in the case of properties owned and occupied by moderate-income(not low-income) families,an assessment or charge may be made against the property for public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds if the jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG funds to cover the assessment. Excessive Force--It has adopted and is enforcing: 1.A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations;and 2.A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring entrance to or exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-violent civil rights demonstrations within its jurisdiction. Compliance with Anti-discrimination laws --The grant will be conducted and administered in conformity with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964(42 U.S.C. 2000d)and the Fair Housing Act(42 U.S.C. 3601-3619)and implementing regulations. Lead-Based Paint--Its activities concerning lead-based paint will comply with the requirements of 24 CFR Part 35, Subparts A, B,J, K and R. Compliance with Laws--It will comply with applicable laws. -7/29/20 e • �fture of Authorized Official Date Interim City Manager Title APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING LOBBYING CERTIFICATION: Lobbying Certification This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S.Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than$10,000 and not more than$100,000 for each such failure.