Placement: Other Public Hearings
Action Requested: Motion / Vote
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Public Hearing, for the Approval of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Performance & Evaluation Report (CAPER) 2020-2021 and to Open the 2 Week Public Comment Period
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Submitted By: Alessandra "Alex" Tasca, Deputy Director, Neighborhood Services Department
Strategic Plan Link: The City's Goal for vibrant neighborhoods.
Executive Summary (General Business): The CAPER (Consolidated Annual Performance & Evaluation Report) shows all CDBG activities undertaken this past year, the amounts allocated and expended and the balances available for each project. The CAPER report must include public commentary as to the usage of CDBG funds and the outcomes prior to submitting the report to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Presentation Information: Alex Tasca will be available for questions, if needed.
Staff Recommendation: Move that the Council approve the 2020-2021 CAPER to allow for the required 2-week public comment period and authorize staff to submit the report to HUD as required by December 30, 2021.
Alternate Recommendations:
1. Move that the Council amend the 2020-2021 CAPER, allow for the required 2-week public comment period, and authorize staff to submit the report to HUD as required by December 30, 2021.
Background: HUD requires the preparation of a CAPER annually via their online reporting system. The report details the City's CDBG and housing expenditures for the past year compared to what was projected in the annual Action Plan and the 5-year Consolidated Plan.
Issues/Analysis: The CAPER report requires City Council approval and a public hearing with a 2-week public comment period prior to submittal to HUD no later than December 30, 2021. Any public comments received regarding the report will be analyzed and submitted together with the CAPER to HUD.
Financial Information: The City of Port St. Lucie received $1,094,...
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