TR-2012-63 MASS COMM DEV. BLOCK GRANT Oct
TR-2012-63
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND ACCEPTANCE OF A
MASSACHUSETTS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT
(Sponsored By: Mayor Richard A. Cohen)
WHEREAS, the objective of the CDBG program is to support communities in their effort
to provide decent housing and suitable living environments, and expand economic
opportunities; and
WHEREAS, the last time the Town of Agawam received a Community Development
Block Grant was 1983; and
WHEREAS, the proposed use of funds received under the grant could be expended to
address sidewalk and roadway improvements along the Springfield Street corridor
thereby improving the pedestrian experience and the roadway; and
WHEREAS, the proposed use of funds received under the grant could be expended to
prepare an ADA-Compliant Self Evaluation & Transition Plan to identify locations in
need of accessibility improvements; and
WHEREAS, the proposed funds received under the grant could be expended to undertake
a Housing Rehabilitation program to assist low and moderate income households; and
WHEREAS, Agawam will participate with the town of East Longmeadow in this
regional grant application for the purposes of improving competitive project scores
through a regionalized grant application effort; and
WHEREAS, it is in the best interest of the Town of Agawam to apply for and accept
funds under the Community Development Block Grant program.
NOW THEREFORE, the Agawam Town Council hereby resolves; that the Mayor apply
for said grant and that he execute all documents necessary to secure the award of the
grant,
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that if the Town of Agawam is awarded said grant that it
accept the grant pursuant to M.G.L. 44§ 53A and to expend funds pursuant to the Town
of Agawam FY2013 Community Development Strategy and that the Mayor execute any
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necessary documents to that end.
Dated this day of 52012
PER OF-DER OF THE AGAWAM TOWN COUNCIL C)
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Christopher C. Johnson, President
APPROVIE :S.TO FORM AND LEGALITY
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Vincent F. ioscia, Solicitor
Town of Agawam (Lead applicant)
& Town of East Longmeadow
FY2013 Regional Community Development Block Grant Application
Purpose of pr9posed Public Hearing
• Public discussion of the application
• Council's vote of support by passing the proposed resolution authorizing the application by
the Mayor's Office
Grant Program Background
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, funded by US Department of Housing
& Urban Development
o Projects generally serve low-to moderate-income beneficiaries or eliminate 'blight'
• Administered for communities of below—50,000 population by the Massachusetts
Department of Housing and Community Development as the Community Development Fund
• Competitive grant program with 18 month performance period
Application Basics
• Regional CDF 11 application: Agawam (Lead Community) & East Longmeadow
• Up to $900,000 in total funds requested: 50/50 split between towns
• Application due date: February 15, 2013
• Potential award date:June/July, 2013
Proposed Projects Summa
• Regional Housing Rehabilitation (HR) program (appx. 14-16 homes). appx. $450,000
• Regional Housing Authority improvements project (electrical and windows in Agawam,
exterior ADA security doors in East Longmeadow): appx. $195,000
• Regional ADA Self-evaluation and Transition Plan project (planning for improved access to
Town services and facilities for disabled persons): $95,000
• Springfield Street sidewalk improvements (Agawam, design-engineering): $60,000
• (Grant Administration: $90,000)
• Total application: appx. $500,000
• Final cost estimates still pending on Housing Authority projects
Public Involvement Process
Community Development Advisory Committees provide guidance in both towns (public
meetings ongoing)
Advertised public meetings to discuss Community Development Strategies (October 4, 2012 in
Agawam & November 14, 2012 in East Longmeadow )
Project-specific public meetings and outreach (October, November, ongoing)
Media coverage and advertisements
Advertised public hearing for January 22, 2013
LEGAL NOTICE
TOWNOFAGAWAM
PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE
January 22, 2013
7:00 PM Doering Middle School
68 Main Street, Agawam
FY 2013 Agawam & East Longmeadow Regional CDBG Application
The Agawam City Council, in conjunction with the Town of East Longmeadow, will
conduct a Public Hearing on January 22, 2013 at 7:00 PM at the Doering Middle School,
68 Main Street, Agawam regarding a resolution on the FY2013 Agawam & East
Longmeadow Community Assistance application to the Massachusetts Department of
Housing and Community Development block grant program (CDBG). The two towns
are considering applying jointly for $900,000 in grant funds for the following projects:
• Housing Rehabilitation Program (Agawam and East Longmeadow)
• Housing Authority Improvements (Agawam and East Longmeadow)
• ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plans (Agawam and East Longmeadow)
• Sidewalk Improvements (Springfield Street, Agawam)
If awarded, the Town of Agawam, through the Office of the Mayor, will be responsible
for the grant. The Pioneer Valley Planning Commission (PVPQ will assist the Mayor's
office and will oversee grant administration and project implementation in both
communities.
Any persons or organizations having questions or comments concerning the FY 2013
application will have an opportunity to be heard. Written comments,may be submitted to
the Agawarri Planning & Community Development Department, 36 Main Street,
Agawam, MA 01001, Attn: Debbie Dachos.
The Doering School is handicapped accessible. Persons who require special
accommodations for the public hearing should contact the town at least one week prior to
the hearing date at (413) 786-0400 ext. 8738. For further information, contact Andrew
Loew or Christopher Dunphy at PVPC at (413) 781-6045.
Richard A. Cohen, Mayor, Town of Agawam
Town of Agawam (Lead applicant)
& Town of East Longmeadow
FY2013 Regional Community Development Block Grant Application
Purpose of proposed Public Hearin
• Public discussion of the application
• Council's vote of support by passing the proposed resolution authorizing the application by
the Mayor's Office
Grant Proaram Background
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, funded by US Department of Housing
& Urban Development
o Projects generally serve low- to moderate-income beneficiaries or eliminate 'blight'
• Administered for communities of below —50,000 population by the Massachusetts
Department of Housing and Community Development as the Community Development Fund
• Competitive grant program with 18 month performance period
Application Basics
• Regional CDF 11 application: Agawam (Lead Community) & East Longmeadow
• Up to $900,000 in total funds requested: 50/50 split between towns
• Application due date: February 15, 2013
• Potential award date:June/July, 2013
Proposed Projects Summary
• Regional Housing Rehabilitation (HR) program (appx. 14-16 homes): appx. $450,000
• Regional Housing Authority improvements project (electrical and windows in Agawam,
exterior ADA security doors in East Longmeadow): appx. $195,000
• Regional ADA Self-evaluation and Transition Plan project (planning for improved access to
Town services and facilities for disabled persons): $95,000
• Springfield Street sidewalk improvements (Agawam, design-engineering): $60,000
• (Grant Administration: $90,000)
• Total application: appx. $900,000
• Final cost estimates still pending on Housing Authority projects
Public Involvement Process
• Community Development Advisory Committees provide guidance in both towns (public
meetings ongoing)
• Advertised public meetings to discuss Community Development Strategies (October 4, 2012 in
Agawam & November 14, 2012 in East Longmeadow )
• Project-specific public meetings and outreach (October, November, ongoing)
• Media coverage and advertisements '' 330 11ol
• Advertised public hearing for January 22, 2013
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