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FFY 2019 APPLICATION CYCLE

HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)Application

Gwinnett County Community Development ProgramOne Justice Square

446 West Crogan Street, Suite 275Lawrenceville, GA 30046

[email protected]

mailto:[email protected]

GWINNETT COUNTY, GEORGIA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

Table of Contents

I. FFY 2019 APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS..........................................................................................3

II. TAB A – COVER SHEET...................................................................................................................8

III. TAB B – LIST OF EXHIBITS...............................................................................................................9

IV. TAB C – PROJECT DETAILS............................................................................................................11.......................................................................................................................................................

V. TAB D – BENEFICIARIES................................................................................................................14

VI. TAB E – GOALS & OBJECTIVES......................................................................................................15

VII. TAB F - SUSTAINABILITY ..............................................................................................................16

VIII. TAB G – PROPOSED BUDGET SUMMARY......................................................................................17

IX. SIGNATURE PAGE........................................................................................................................18

X. ATTACHMENTS............................................................................................................................19

A. Income Guidelines...........................................................................................................19

B. Application Rating Form...................................................................................................20

Gwinnett County HOME Investment Partnerships Program – FFY 2019 Application Page 2 of 22


HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)FFY 2019 Application Instructions

PLEASE READ CAREFULLY

INTRODUCTION

The United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) published a Final Rule in the Federal Register on July 24, 2013 to amend the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program regulations. These amendments to the HOME regulations represent the most significant changes to the HOME Program in 17 years.

HOME provides formula grants to States and localities that communities use - often in partnership with local nonprofit groups - to fund a wide range of activities including building, buying, and/or rehabilitating affordable housing for rent or homeownership or providing direct rental assistance to low-income households. HOME is the largest Federal block grant to state and local governments that is designed exclusively to create affordable housing for low-income households.

HOME funds are awarded annually as formula grants to participating jurisdictions (PJs). The program’s flexibility allows States and local governments to use HOME funds for grants, direct loans, loan guarantees or other forms of credit enhancements, rental assistance or security deposits.

The program was designed to reinforce several important values and principles of community development:

HOME's flexibility empowers people and communities to design and implement strategies tailored to their own needs and priorities.

HOME's emphasis on consolidated planning expands and strengthens partnerships among all levels of government and the private sector in the development of affordable housing.

HOME's technical assistance activities and set-aside for qualified community-based nonprofit housing groups builds the capacity of these partners.

HOME's requirement that participating jurisdictions match 25 cents of every dollar in program funds mobilizes community resources in support of affordable housing.

HOME funds may be used for eligible activities intentionally and specifically focused on housing. Participating jurisdictions may choose among a broad range of eligible activities from acquiring, rehabilitating and reselling affordable housing units to income eligible homebuyers to transitional housing services.

The Gwinnett County Community Development Program Office requires local agencies, affordable housing developers, and government entities interested in participating as a subrecipient in the HOME program to submit an annual application. This funding application is for the period beginning January 1, 2019 and ending December 31, 2021.

A Selection Committee will review all applications for compliance with minimum requirements and make funding recommendations to the Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners.

Please note: Incomplete Applications will not be considered for funding; be sure to complete all sections of the application and provide all requested documentation.



AVAILABLE FUNDING

This application is contingent upon the availability of HUD funding for the Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program. This program is funded and regulated at the federal level by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and administered locally by the Gwinnett County Community Development Program Office.

This funding is subject to availability and there is no guarantee that any funds will be allocated. Submission of an application does not guarantee funding. Costs associated with the application preparation shall be the responsibility of the applicant. Applications will become the property of Gwinnett County.

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

a. The application must be submitted by, or on behalf of a nonprofit agency, public agency, affordable housing developer, or governmental entity, requesting HOME funds to undertake eligible costs and activities.

b. A minimum of 100% of total expenditures must benefit low to moderate-income persons or clientele within Gwinnett County’s municipal boundary.

c. Proposed projects must address the program priorities outlined in the Program Priorities section of this application.

d. All proposed projects must serve families with incomes at or below 80% Area Median Income (See Attachment “A” Income Guidelines).

e. All proposed rental projects must serve households at or below 60% Area Median Income (See Attachment “A” Income Guidelines).

f. All external funding and financing sources must be secured and identified as a part of this application (See Tab G - Proposed Budget Summary). Applicant must acknowledge that all funds are secured or secured contingent on HOME funds and must provide support documentation for how much HOME funds are necessary to complete the proposed project.

g. Applicant must identify capacity to meet the 25% match requirement.

FFY 2019 HOME PROGRAM PRIORITIES

Gwinnett County’s Consolidated Plan 2015-2019 established Strategic Priorities through consultation with community stakeholders, considered alongside data from the U.S. Census and other sources indicate specific housing and community development needs in Gwinnett County. Combined with a needs assessment survey, under the Citizen Participation Plan, Gwinnett County identified the following Strategic Priorities to address utilizing CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds in conjunction with leveraging other public and private investments.

These priorities are based on the needs assessment, market analysis and public comments received. Gwinnett County will focus its priorities on the types of projects and programs having long term impacts on low and moderate-income residents, and help address other federal, state and local priorities, such as fair housing choice and sustainability.



The proposed program/project should be designed to address one or more of the priority needs listed below:

1. Increase Access to Affordable Housing1.1 Provide Downpayment Assistance1.2 Acquisition/Rehabilitation/Disposition of Single-Family Units1.3 Tenant Based Rental Assistance

2. Increase Housing Options for Homeless and At Risk of Homelessness2.1 Provide Support for Emergency Housing and Supportive Services for the Homeless2.2 Provide Funding to Increase Permanent Supportive Housing to Homeless and At Risk of Homelessness Populations2.3 Support the Expansion of Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) Use

3. Reduce Substandard Housing3.1 Rehabilitation of Existing Housing

3.1.1 Rehabilitation of Existing Housing to Include Energy Conservation 3.1.2 Rehabilitation of Existing Housing to Include Weatherization3.1.3 Rehabilitation of Existing Housing to Include Hazardous Materials Abatement/Removal

3.2 Homeowner Education

4. Increase Housing and Supportive Services for Targeted Populations4.1 Acquire/Construct/Rehabilitate Housing for Targeted Populations 4.2 Acquire/Construct/Rehabilitate Rental Housing for Targeted Populations 4.3 Acquire/Construct/Rehabilitate Public Facilities and Infrastructure for Targeted Populations 4.4 Financial Assistance (Equipment and Operating Costs) for Agencies Serving Targeted Populations

5. Advance Public Improvements to Neighborhood Public Facilities 5.1 Construct New Public Facilities and Infrastructure5.2 Improve Existing Deteriorated Public Facilities and Infrastructure

6. Increase Access to Public Services Improving upon Suitable Living Environments6.1 Provide Funding, Support, or Technical Assistance to Agencies Meeting Public Services Needs

7. Support Local Economic Development Activities 7.1 Provide Funding to Microenterprise Development Organizations (MDOs), small business incubators and other agencies to carry out Entrepreneurial Training and Job Creation Programs

8. Affirmatively Further Fair Housing Choice 8.1 Provide Fair Housing Education8.2 Increase Affordable Housing Units for Low- to Moderate- Income Persons and Targeted Populations



REQUIRED APPLICATION CONTENTSThe following information is required in each application and should be submitted and tabbed as follows:

Tab A. Cover SheetGeneral information about the Applicant.

Tab B. List of Exhibits ChecklistA list of requirements and associated documentation. Use the checklist to ensure submission of a complete application.

Tab C. Project DetailsThis section should include all the details of the proposed project.

Tab D. Beneficiaries Complete this section if your proposed project will serve a targeted population.

Tab E. Goals & Objectives Performance: Reporting, Monitoring, & Record Keeping: The Gwinnett County Community Development Program Office will require organizations to provide data and information for the submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports pertaining to the administration and expenditure of HOME-funded activities.

Tab F. SustainabilityProject Staffing: This section identifies the program staffing for the proposed project, including current employees, new hires, and volunteers to be utilized in any capacity of the project.

Tab G. Project Budget SummaryProposed Project Budget Table – Program requires a 25% match: Complete the table outlining the total expenses for the proposed project, including source and amount of leveraged funds/matching funds (in-kind donations or service costs).

Collaboration and Resource LeveragingCollaboration and Resource Leveraging represents the resources the proposing agency will bring to the project to supplement the funds being requested. Collaboration/resource leveraging can be in the form of monetary resources or in-kind services. Please include other resources in the budget summary.

TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE

Technical assistance questions should be directed to Gwinnett County Community Development staff at:

One Justice Square446 West Crogan Street, Suite 275 Lawrenceville, GA 30046E-mail: [email protected] Phone: 678-518-6008


mailto:[email protected]


SUBMITTAL INSTRUCTIONS

Provide 1 ORIGINAL UNBOUND HARD COPY AND 1 DIGITAL COPY (flashdrive only) of your complete HOME application with attachments. All entities must meet the requirements set forth in this application.

FFY 2019 Funding Cycle Application Workshops Option #1: February 14, 2018 10:00AMOption #2: February 20, 2018 6:00PMOption #3: February 27, 2018 10:00AM

Location: Gwinnett County Justice and Administration Center 2nd Floor Conference Center, Room C75 Langley Drive, Lawrenceville, GA 30046

Applications must be submitted to the Gwinnett County Community Development Program Office no later than Thursday, April 5, 2018 at 5:00 PM.

CDBG PUBLIC SERVICES APPLICATION


Office/Mailing AddressGwinnett County Community Development Program Office

One Justice Square446 West Crogan Street, Suite 275

Lawrenceville, GA 30046


TAB A - COVER SHEET

1. Legal Name of Applicant

2. Mailing Address

3. Telephone Number

4. Facsimile Number

5. Applicant Website Address

6. How long has the Applicant served Gwinnett County residents?

7. Date of 501(c)(3) certification (if applicable)

8. Applicant’s DUNS #

9. Registered with SAM.gov? yes no

10. Applicant’s Federal Tax Identification #

11. Chief Executive Officer

Name:

Title:

Phone:

E-mail:

12. Contact person for this project

(if different than above)

Name:

Title:

Phone:

E-mail:

13. Current Board President (if applicable)

Name:

Title:

Phone:

E-mail:

14. Current Board Secretary (if applicable)


TAB B – LIST OF EXHIBITSLabel required documentation according to the list below

ALL APPLICANTS

REQUIREMENT DOCUMENTATION LABEL AS EXHIBIT Applicant Office

Use Only

Application must be authorized for submission by Certifying Official or Board of Directors.

Letter from Authorized Certifying Official

N/A if Signature Page executedB

Location of Project must be within Gwinnett County’s municipal boundary. Map of Project service area C

If Applicant owns or has control of property, proof of ownership must be produced. N/A

Legal description of property AND evidence of ownership D

If Partnership or Corporation, provide Principals’ information. N/A Names and home addresses of Principals E

If Applicant leases property, minimum term is 15 years. N/A 15-year Lease F

Applicant must have audited financial statements prepared by a qualified accountant or accounting service, covering the two most recent reporting periods of operation.

One copy of each audited financial statement. Include management letters if applicable. G

Applicant must have written financial management procedures. One copy of financial management procedures. H

Applicant must have staffing capacity for project Organizational chart I

Applicant must have qualified staff

(1) full job descriptions or resumes of principal staff and personnel directly working on the project; and, (2) descriptions of the applicant’s previous related program activities.

J

Applicant must have a written Conflict of Interest Statement Copy of Conflict of Interest Statement K

*In addition to the submission requirements detailed above, nonprofit organizations must meet the requirements detailed on the next page*



TAB B – LIST OF EXHIBITS continuedLabel required documentation according to the list below

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

REQUIREMENT DOCUMENTATION LABEL AS EXHIBIT Applicant Office

Use OnlyOrganization must have a minimum two-year operating history after the date of receipt of its 501(c)(3) classification from the Internal Revenue Service.

A copy of a 501(c) (3) designation letter from the Internal Revenue Service L

Organization must have an annual operating budget of more than $100,000.00 as reflected in the most recently filed tax return.

Most recent IRS Form 990 or 990EZ. M

Organization must be registered to conduct business in the State of Georgia at the time of application.

A current certification from the GA Secretary of State. For assistance, visit www.sos.ga.gov . N

Organization must have a Board of Directors with representation from the community served and committee structure that ensures the necessary mix of skills to succeed. During the last fiscal year, 100% of the members must have made a personal cash donation or made financially measureable in-kind contributions.

(1) Names and addresses of board members that includes amount of cash donation or value of in-kind contributions during last fiscal year. If applying for CHDO certification/certified project, use checklist provided in certification application.(2) Organization’s By-Laws(3) Organization’s Articles of Incorporation

O

Organization must have a current written strategic or business plan that covers at least 24 months, including the current fiscal year.

Current Business/Strategic Plan that includes Mission Statement, stakeholder participation, strategic goals and measurable objectives, implementation plans, and evaluation strategy.

P

COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATIONS (CHDO)

Applicants that are applying as CHDOs must complete this application AND a CHDO Certification Application. CHDO Certification Application is appended

See the CHDO Certification Application for additional Requirements and Exhibits


http://www.sos.ga.gov/

GWINNETT COUNTY, GEORGIACOMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM

TAB C – PROJECT DETAILSYour responses may not be fully completed on this page; add additional pages as needed and tab accordingly.

Legal Name of Applicant:

Applicant Type: HOME Subrecipient Certified Housing Development Organization (CHDO) NOTE: If applying as a CHDO, Applicant must complete this

application AND a CHDO Certification Application, (available from www.gwinnettcounty.com). CHDOs that fail to submit a CHDO Certification Application will not be considered for FFY 2019 HOME CHDO funding.

Project Name:

Project Location: If project is an acquisition but the property has not yet been identified, provide intended geographic area.

1. Identify the geographic area to be served by the project activities. Include Census Tract # if available. Project Service Area Map is included as Exhibit C.

Applicant owns or has control of [i.e. option or purchase agreement] the project site. Legal description of the property and evidence of ownership is included as Exhibit D. If Partnership or Corporation, names and home addresses of Principals is included as Exhibit E.

Applicant leases the property (N/A if acquisition) Minimum 15-year lease is included as Exhibit F.

2. Gwinnett County Commission District:

3. Gwinnett County Tax Parcel ID # (if applicable):

4. Will the project serve only Gwinnett County residents? yes no If no, identify other counties/municipalities that will benefit. Explain the process for ensuring that Gwinnett is paying

only its fair share. (1,000 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

HOME Total Funding Request: $

Project Priority number of projects submitted.

Project Status: New Project

Existing Project/Additional Funding[In the Project Description, include information to justify the need for additional funding.]

Duration of Project (from design to completion):


http://www.gwinnettcounty.com/


TAB C – PROJECT DETAILS continuedYour responses may not be fully completed on this page; add additional pages as needed and tab accordingly.

Project Implementation Schedule:Detail your project implementation schedule, including expenditure schedule, accomplishments, and all timelines. (1,000 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

Describe experience with project/program for which funding is requested. (1,000 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

Type of Activity Downpayment Assistance (DPA) for First-time Homebuyers1. Total number of units to be acquired during project year: 2. Identify specific type of homebuyer (e.g. Veterans) to be given priority, if applicable: 3. Describe the Applicant’s process for verifying prospective homebuyers’ eligibility. (250 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

Acquisition/Rehabilitation/Disposition: Acquire, rehab and resell property to low to moderate-income persons.1. Estimated number of properties to be acquired during project year: 2. Type of structure: Residential Industrial Commercial3. Type of units (single-family home, townhome, etc.): 4. Describe the Applicant’s process for verifying prospective homebuyers’ eligibility. (250 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

Acquisition/Rehabilitation of Rental Housing: Acquire and rehab property to be offered for rent to low to moderate-income persons.1. Estimated number of properties to be acquired during project year: 2. Type of structure: Residential Industrial Commercial3. Type of units (single-family home, townhome, etc.) 4. How will the Applicant ensure the property is rented with the timeframe outlined in the HOME regulations? 5. How will the Applicant ensure that prospective tenants meet eligibility criteria?

Construction of new affordable housing: Building new housing units to be used for affordable housing purposes.1. Estimated number of properties to be constructed during project year: 2. Type of units (single-family home, townhome, etc.):

Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA): Provide assistance to households to enable them to rent market-rate units.1. Estimated number of households assisted during project year: 2. Describe the proposed use of HOME funds as a rental subsidy (security/utility deposits, monthly rental

assistance) for income-eligible households. How will rent reasonableness be determined?



TAB C – PROJECT DETAILS continued

General Project Description:General description of the project and its impact on the community. Include identification of the neighborhood by geographic boundaries, existing neighborhood stock, average age of housing, general housing conditions, income range of families served, and neighborhood resident reaction to the project. (12,000 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

Economic Impact Description:Describe economic impact of project. Include project-related opportunities for training and employment for low-income persons; new economic activity (i.e. increase in small businesses in community) resultant from the project; and affirmation that contracts will be awarded to firms located in or owned in substantial part by persons residing in the metropolitan area (if not, give reasons). (12,000 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).



TAB D - BENEFICIARIESYour responses may not be fully completed on this page; add additional pages as needed and tab accordingly

Service Population and Selection Process

1. Will this project serve a targeted population? yes no **IF NO, SKIP TO TAB E**If yes, indicate the estimated number to be served during the project year. If funding is requested for an existing project, include data on the number served in 2016.

Persons Served in 2017 Estimated to be served in 2019Abused/Neglected Children Abused Spouses Adults with Severe Disabilities Elderly Homeless Persons Illiterate Adults Migrant Farm Workers Persons Living with HIV/AIDS Other:

2. Identify the need(s) of the targeted population to be served that will be addressed by your project. (2,000 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

3. How does your project meet the identified need(s)? (2,000 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

4. Describe how the Applicant collaborates with organizations that duplicate the services offered, or those that serve the same population. (2,000 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).



TAB E – GOALS AND OBJECTIVESYour responses may not be fully completed on this page; add additional pages as needed and tab accordingly.

1. What performance measurement outcome does the proposed project best exemplify? (If all relevant, rank from 1-3).

Improving Availability/Accessibility [Projects that make services, infrastructure, housing, etc. available or accessible to low to moderate-income persons and/or persons with disabilities]

Improving Affordability [Projects that make housing, services, transportation, etc. more affordable for people with low to moderate-income]

Improving Sustainability [Projects that help communities become more livable or viable by removing slum/blight or providing services that can result in more sustainable communities]

1.a Discuss how the proposed project exemplifies the chosen performance measurement outcome(s). (2,000 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

2. What performance measurement objective does the proposed project best exemplify? (If all relevant, rank from 1-3).

Suitable Living Environment [Projects that benefit communities, families or individuals by addressing issues in their living environment, like poor-quality infrastructure, and/or social issues]

Decent Housing [Projects that include a housing program component] Creating Economic Opportunity [Projects related to economic development, commercial revitalization, or

job creation]

2.a Discuss how the proposed project exemplifies the chosen performance measurement objective(s). (2,000 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

Performance: Reporting, Monitoring, and Record-Keeping The Gwinnett County Community Development Program Office will require organizations to provide data and information for the submission of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports pertaining to the administration and expenditure of HOME-funded activities.

Describe and discuss any experiences the Applicant has with reporting, monitoring, or record-keeping compliance requirements with other funding agencies. Has the Applicant demonstrated compliance with reporting requirements? Identify previous HOME awards. (2,000 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).



TAB F - SUSTAINABILITYYour responses may not be fully completed on this page; add additional pages as needed and tab accordingly.

Sustainability Requirements1. What is the Applicant’s annual budget? $

Audited financial statements are included as Exhibit G. Financial Management Procedures are included as Exhibit H.

2. How much of the Applicant’s annual operating budget is comprised of public [federal and/or state] funding? Less than 30% 31-50% 51-60% 61-70% 71-80% More than 80%

3. What is the total budget for the project and how much funding does the Applicant currently have in place for the project? If the project is not awarded HOME funding, does the Applicant have the financial means to support the proposed services? (2,000 character max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

4. Is the Applicant willing and able to begin this project on January 1, 2019 regardless of the date funding is made available? yes no If yes, explain how the Applicant will cover project costs while awaiting HOME award allocation. (2,000 character max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).

Project Staffing 1. Number of full-time staff employed by Applicant:

Organizational chart is included as Exhibit I.

2. How many years has the Applicant employed full-time staff?

3. How many staff employed by the Applicant will work on the project? Provide position titles and job duties. Include plans for procuring Contractors and/or Consultants. Resumes of principal staff and personnel included as Exhibit J.

4. Do any family relationships (by blood or marriage) exist between staff and/or Agency Board members? yes no

5. Do any family relationships (by blood or marriage) exist between staff and/or Gwinnett County Board of Commissioners? Conflict of Interest Statement included as Exhibit K.

yes no If yes, please explain in detail. (150 characters max; include additional pages as needed and label accordingly).



TAB G – PROPOSED BUDGET SUMMARY

Staff and overhead expenses must be directly related to carrying out the proposed project/activity.

Please include matching funds and leveraged funds that are immediately accessible and firmly committed to the project. Matching funds can include a blend of cash, loans or in-kind resources available to finance the project costs. HUD REQUIRES A 25% MATCH FOR ALL HOME PROJECTS.

In-kind contributions must have a specific dollar value established in accordance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles. The basis of determining the value for personal services and donated materials and supplies must be identified. Volunteer services may be counted if the service is an integral and necessary part of the project. To determine in-kind volunteer contributions, use the estimated amount of what a paid worker would earn doing the same type of work (verification documentation may be requested).

HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) FFY 2019Total

Project Costs

HOME Request

CHDO Request

Match/Leverage Total

Match/Leverage Source

Project Soft Costs1. CHDO Operating ($50,000.00 cap)N/A if not seeking Gwinnett County CHDO certification

$ $ $

2. Developer Fees (10% Max per unit) $ $ $ $ 3. Permit Fees $ $ $ $ 4. Legal Fees $ $ $ $ 5. Inspection Fees $ $ $ $ 6. Court Filing Fees $ $ $ $ 7. Appraisal Fees $ $ $ $ 8. Market Studies (Repayable with Project Cancellation) $ $ $ $ 9. Environmental Reports (Repayable with Project Cancellation)

$ $ $ $

Total Project Soft Costs $ $ $ $

Total Project Costs

HOME Request

CHDO Request

Match/Leverage Total

Match/Leverage Source

Project Hard Costs1. Labor $ $ $ $ 2. Acquisition- Land/Property $ $ $ $ 3. Building Demolition $ $ $ $ 4. Site Improvements $ $ $ $ 5. Conversion(Commercial to Residential) $ $ $ $ 6. Minor Rehabilitation $ $ $ $ 7. Major Rehabilitation $ $ $ $ 8. Lead Based Paint/Asbestos Removal $ $ $ $ 9. Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) $ $ $ $

Total Project Hard Costs $ $ $ $

GRAND TOTAL $ $ $ $

Type of Financial Assistance Requested Low-Interest Loans [3%]Deferred Payment Loan [Repayable Upon Property Title Transfer]Grant [Non-Profit Organizations or Government Organizations Only]



SIGNATURE PAGE

Letter from Authorized Certifying Official is included as Exhibit B

OR COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING:

Legal name of Applicant:

Be it resolved that on [Meeting Date] , the Board of Directors of the above-referenced Applicant authorized the submittal of this application for FFY 2019 HOME funding to the Gwinnett County Community Development Program office. The individual referenced below is authorized to execute any documents necessary for application submission and funding.

Amount Requested: $

Executor:

I hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was approved by our Board of Directors.

_____________________________________________________________________ _________________Authorized Certifying Official (Signature, Name & Title) Date

(Insert Corporate Seal)

I certify that I have completed the application for Gwinnett County HOME Investment Partnerships Program funding. All of the information contained in this submission has been completed as thoroughly and as accurately as possible and a governing body resolution or letter from an authorized certifying official approving this submission has been attached to this submission.

Prepared by: Date: Signature

Prepared by: Printed Name & Title

Approved by: Date: Signature

Approved by: Printed Name & Title



ATTACHMENT A

Income Guidelines

[GWINNETT COUNTY, GEORGIA]MAXIMUM HOUSEHOLD INCOME LIMITS

FY 2017 Income LimitsEffective: April 17, 2017

NOTE: Gwinnett County is part of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, GA HUD Metro FMR Area, so all information presented here applies to all of the Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, GA HUD Metro FMR Area. The Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Marietta, GA HUD Metro FMR Area contains the following:

FY 2017 Income

Limit Area

Median Income

FY 2017 Income Limit

Category

Persons in Family

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

Gwinnett County $69,700

Very Low (50%) Income

Limits ($)

$24,400 $27,900 $31,400 $34,850 $37,650 $40,450 $43,250 $46,050

Extremely Low (30%) Income Limits ($)**

$14,650 $16,750 $20,420 $24,600 $28,780 $32,960 $37,140 $41,320

Low (80%) Income

Limits ($)*

$39,050 $44,600 $50,200 $55,750 $60,250 $64,700 $69,150 $73,600

*The maximum income threshold for eligible clientele/persons/households served using CDBG Public Services funds is the Low (80%) FFY 2017 Income Limit Category.

**The FY 2014 Consolidated Appropriations Act changed the definition of extremely low-income to be the greater of 30/50ths (60 percent) of the Section 8 very low-income limit or the poverty guideline as established by the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), provided that this amount is not greater than the Section 8 50% very low-income limit. Consequently, the extremely low income limits may equal the very low (50%) income limits.

Source U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development [HUD] Datasets:

http://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/il/il2016/2016summary.odn

ATTACHMENT B


Total Score: _____ /100

Applying as CHDO

http://www.huduser.gov/portal/datasets/il/il2015/2015summary.odn


FFY 2019 Application CycleHOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME)

Application Rating Form

Applicant: Funding Request:

Proposed Project:

Reviewer: Date:

TAB A – COVER SHEETCriteria Yes No

All fields are complete

TAB B – LIST OF EXHIBITS

Criteria Yes No

Applicant submitted all applicable Exhibits

TAB C – PROJECT DETAILS Score

Criteria Yes No MaxPoints

Total Received

Applicant has identified the location and geographic area of proposed project.Yes to both, 2 points; Yes to 1 or No to both, 0 points 2

Project only serves Gwinnett County residents. Yes, 2 points; No, 0 points 2Applicant provides the duration of the project.Less than 3 months, 5 points; 3-6 months, 4 points; 6-9 months, 3 points, 9-12 months, 2 points; 12 months, 1 point; More than 12 months, 0 points

5

The proposed implementation schedule is realistic and includes expenditure schedule, accomplishments, and timelines. If clear schedule provided, 5 points; if some questions remain, 3 points; if unclear and many questions remain, 0 points

5

Applicant has experience with the project.10+ years, 5 points; 5-10 years, 4 points; 3-5 years, 3 points; 1-3 years, 2 points; less than 1 year, 1 point; no experience, 0 points

5

Applicant has a process for verifying eligibility of homebuyers/tenants.Yes, and it is clear, 5 points; Yes, but some questions remain, 3 points; Yes, but multiple questions remain, 1 point; No, 0 points; N/A, 5 points

5

The general project description provides a detailed and comprehensive narrative about the project. Yes and no questions remain, 12 points; Yes but a few questions remain, 10 points; Almost, but many questions remain, 5 points; No, and further information is required, 3 points; No, and all is unclear, 0 points

12

The economic impact description provides a detailed and comprehensive narrative about the project. Yes and no questions remain, 12 points; Yes but a few questions remain, 10 points; Almost, but many questions remain, 5 points; No, and further information is required, 3 points; No, and all is unclear, 0 points

12

TAB C TOTAL 48

TAB D – BENEFICIARIES

Criteria Yes No Max Points Total Received



Proposed project will serve a targeted population.Yes, 2 points; No, 0 points 2

TAB D TOTAL 2

TAB E – GOALS AND OBJECTIVES


Applicant identifies the performance measurement outcomes/objectives best exemplified.Yes, 2 points; No, 0 points

2

Applicant provides descriptions of how project exemplifies chosen performance measurements/outcomes.Yes, and both are clear, 5 points; yes, but only one is clear, 3 points; Yes, but both are vague, 2 points; Yes, but both are unclear, 1 point; No, 0 points

5

Applicant’s proposed project meets one of more of the HOME Program priorities as detailed on page 4 of the application instructions.More than one, 5 points; One, 3 points; No, 0 points

5

Applicant provides sufficient evidence to suggest satisfactory reporting, monitoring, and record-keeping systems are in place.Yes, answer is clear 5 points; Yes, but some questions remain, 3 points; No, 0 points

5

Applicant has experience in reporting, monitoring or record-keeping.Yes, and extensive, 5 points; Yes, but limited (or unclear), 3 points; No, 0 points 5

TAB E TOTAL 22

TAB F – SUSTAINABILITY


Percentage of applicant’s budget comprised of public [federal and/or state] funding.0%, 12 points; Less than 30%, 10 points; 31-50%, 7 points; 51-60%, 5 points; 61-70%, 3 points71-80%, 1 point; More than 80%, 0 points

12

Applicant has funding in place for the project.100%, 10 points; 70 – 99%, 6 points; 50 – 70%, 4 points; 30-50%, 3 points, 10 - 30%, 1 point0-10%, 0 points

10

Applicant is willing and able to start the project January 1, 2019.Yes, and has clear plan for covering costs, 5 points; Yes, but vague plan for covering costs, 3 points; No, 0 points

5

Applicant has employed at least one full-time staff member for at least one year prior to the request for funding.Yes, 1 point; No, 0 points

1

TAB F TOTAL 28

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Max Points Possible

Score Received

TAB C TOTAL 48TAB D TOTAL 2TAB E TOTAL 22TAB F TOTAL 28

GRAND TOTAL 100


FINANCIAL ASSESSMENT OF APPLICATION COMPLETENESSApplication Completeness Yes No Eligible?

Did the applicant include an audited financial statement that is clear of any findings/concerns?Did the agency include written financial management procedures that can be easily applied to the proposed project?

Please provide any additional comments/feedback not covered in the scoring criteria that should be considered in the decision to award funding.


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