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Agenda 05/28/2024 Item #16D 4 (Resolution - Obtain compliance with the federal regulations to allow for the acceptance and use of federal HUD entitlement funds to benefit the citizens of Collier County)
05/28/2024 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY Recommendation to approve (1) the substantial amendments to Collier County's 5-Year Consolidated Plans for FY2016-2020 & FY2021-2025; (2) the substantial amendments to Collier County’s U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Annual Action Plans for FY2016-2017, FY2021-2022, FY2022- 2023, and FY2023-2024; to address additional funding, reprogramming of funds from previous years and new activities related to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) (CDBG-CV), HOME Investment Partnerships, HOME Tenant Based Rental Assistance, HOME American Rescue Plan, and Emergency Solutions Grant Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) Programs; (3) accept a second allocation from HUD in the amount of $1,150,486 for Emergency Solutions Grant Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) Programs; (4) approve and execute the Resolution; (5) authorize the necessary Budget Amendments; (6) authorize the Chairman to sign the required Certifications and Assurances and SF 424 Application for Federal Assistance for the second allocation from the RUSH program, the associated future SF 425’s as grants closeout, the federal funding agreement, and authorize transmittal to HUD. _____________________________________________________________________________________ OBJECTIVE: To maintain compliance with federal regulations to allow for the acceptance and use of federal HUD entitlement funds to benefit the citizens of Collier County and support comprehensive affordable housing opportunities. CONSIDERATIONS: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers entitlement funds to allow local governments to meet program-specific community needs. Entitlement programs include Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG). The Board of County Commissioners (Board) previously approved; the FY2016-2020 Consolidated and One Year Annual Action Plan FY2016-2017 on June 28, 2016 (Agenda Item #11.E); the FY2021-2025 Consolidated and One Year Annual Action Plan FY2021-2022 was approved on June 22, 2021 (Agenda #16.D.7); FY2022-2023 Annual Action Plan was approved on June 28, 2022 (Agenda #16.D.4); FY2023-2024 Annual Action Plan was approved on July 11, 2023 (Agenda #16.D.3). Emergency Solutions Grant RUSH (ESG-RUSH): As a result of the President’s disaster declaration and the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) determination that this disaster was severe enough to activate its Transitional Sheltering Assistance (TSA) program, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) allocated $861,716 to Collier County to address the needs of individuals or families who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless, as authorized by 42 U.S.C.11364a(c)(1). Funding can be used for those who were homeless prior, as well as those who were made homeless and those facing eviction due to Hurricane Ian and who are thirty percent (30%) and below the AMI. On October 24, 2022, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) made this initial allocation of $861,716 for Collier County for the ESG-RUSH (Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing) grant. The award was accepted by the Board of County Commissioners (Board) on February 13, 2023 Agenda Item #16D8. Since that initial allocation was made, new data has become available, indicating a continued need and allowing HUD to determine amounts for a second allocation. On February 9, 2024, notification was given that HUD is making a second allocation of funds in the amount of $1,150,486 for Collier County to address the continued unmet needs of individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in areas affected by a major disaster declared under the Stafford Act on or after December 20, 2019. On May 15, 2024, County staff received the HUD Grant agreement and as such requires the Chairman to sign the certifications and associated Application for Federal Assistance SF 424 . On December 8, 2022, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) issued Updated Availability of Waivers of Community Planning and Development Grant Program and Consolidated Plan Requirements to Facilitate Recovery from Hurricane Ian indicating that for these individuals and families, ESG 16.D.4 Packet Pg. 1246 05/28/2024 funds may be used to provide up to 36 consecutive months of rental assistance, utility payments, and housing stability case management, in addition to the 30 days of housing stability case management that may be provided before the move into permanent housing under 24 CFR 576.105(b)(2). Page 17 Section 19 of Applicability. The use of current FTE’s will continue to occur to support the processing of applications and providing assistance to residents who qualify. Housing and Urban Development Action Plan: Community and Human Services (CHS) staff have recently identified changes to various activities to better address community needs. HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 91.505 require amendments to the Consolidated Plan and/or Annual Action Plans whenever there is a change in the allocation priorities or method of distributing funds presented in the plan; a change in the use of funds to an activity not described in the Annual Action Plan; or a change in the purpose, scope, location, or beneficiaries of an activity. A substantial amendment to an Action Plan or Consolidated Plan requires advertising and a 30-day public comment period. The required notice was published in the Naples Daily News on April 3, 2024. The advertisement identified a 30-day public comment period from April 4, 2024, to May 4, 2024. On April 16, 2024, a public hearing was held to address the proposed actions and as of the agenda publication, no comments regarding the substantial amendment were received. The following substantial amendment changes are proposed to the FY2016-2020 Consolidated Plan and the FY2016-2017 Annual Action Plan (in all areas where the activity description is referenced) and listed below by project and funding year: FY2016-2020 Consolidated Plan & FY2016-2017 Annual Action Plan Add Project: Project Name: CDBG CV Facility Improvements Add a new activity as follows: Allocate CDBG-CV funds to Collier County Library Division in the amount of $200,000 for the replacement of windows at the Immokalee Library. A Memorandum of Understanding with the Collier County Library Division will be prepared and signed by the County Manager or designee(s). The following substantial amendment changes are proposed to the FY2021-2025 Consolidated Plan and the FY2021-2022 Annual Action Plan (in all areas where the activity description is referenced): FY2021-2025 Consolidated Plan The following substantial amendment changes are proposed to the FY2021-2022 Annual Action Plan (in all areas where the activity description is referenced): Add Project: Project Name: HOME ARP - Renaissance Hall Senior Living Add a new activity as follows: Allocate HOME ARP funds to Renaissance Hall Senior Living, LLLP in the amount of $2,319,716.30 for the new construction of Senior Affordable Housing rental units. A developer agreement between Collier County and Renaissance Hall Senior Living, LLLP will be presented to the Board at a future meeting. The following substantial amendment changes are proposed to the FY2022-2023 Annual Action Plan (in all areas where the activity description is referenced): (1) Amend Project: Project Name: ESG22 Collier County Homeless Programs (ESG-RUSH) Modify an activity as follows: A notice of a second allocation of ESG-RUSH funds in the amount of $1,150,486 was received on February 15, 2024. Federal ESG-RUSH funding was created to assist individuals or households who are experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, and have been residing in an area affected by Hurricane Ian. ESG-RUSH will provide homeless prevention rental assistance and rapid re-housing for households 16.D.4 Packet Pg. 1247 05/28/2024 at risk of homelessness with short-term rental assistance. This program will be administered by CHS staff as there are no subrecipients willing to accept these funds. (2) Amend Project: Project Name: CDBG: Public Services Add an activity as follows: Add homebuyer education and counseling using $100,000 in public services funding, provide comprehensive housing counseling services such as, individual counseling/coaching, review of credit reports, creation of budget and spending plan, and any other financial counseling services that will assist low-to- moderate income residents with purchasing a home. (3) Add Project: Project Name: HOME Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Add a new activity as follows: Allocate HOME TBRA funds in the amount of $15,000 to assist individual households with rent payments, utility, and/or security payments. This program will be administered by Community and Human Services due to the lack of subrecipients willing to administer the program. The following substantial amendment changes are proposed to the FY2023-2024 Annual Action Plan (in all areas where the activity description is referenced): (1) Amend Project: Project Name: HOME: Non-CHDO Housing Development Add a new activity as follows: Allocate HOME funds to Renaissance Hall Senior Living, LLLP in the amount of $1,335,703 for new construction of Senior Affordable Housing rental units. A subrecipient agreement between Renaissance Hall Senior Living, LLLP will be presented to the Board at a future meeting. (2) Add Project: Project Name: CDBG Affordable Housing Add a new activity as follows: Allocate CDBG funds to Renaissance Hall Senior Living, LLLP in the amount of $329,706 to support the infrastructure and pre-development cost for the development of Senior Affordable Housing rental units. A subrecipient agreement between Renaissance Hall Senior Living, LLLP will be presented to the Board at a future meeting. (3) Add Project: Project Name: HOME TBRA Add a new activity as follows: Allocate HOME TBRA funds in the amount up to $760,453.20 to assist individual households with rent payments, utility, and/or security payments. This program will be administered by Community and Human Services as no subrecipients are willing to administer this program. Upon closeout of any program HUD requires the County to closeout the project using the SF 425 and as such this action will allow staff to process these closeout forms quickly. The GONE Act requires that this be completed within 90 days of fully expending funds. FISCAL IMPACT: The proposed actions described in this executive summary will occur with award of grants and have the following fiscal impacts: There is no new Fiscal impact for CDBG-CV Facility Improvements. Administrative funds will be shifted to the Collier County Library Division in the amount of $200,000. The funding source is the federal CDBG-CV award B- 20-UW-12-0016. Funding is available in Housing Grant Fund (1835) Project 33674. There is no new Fiscal impact for HOME ARP. The funding source for the award is HUD HOME ARP Award M21-UP-120217. The $2,319,716.30 for the Renaissance Hall Senior Living LLLP activity is budgeted in the Housing Grant Fund (1835) HOME ARP Project 33777. A Budget Amendment in the amount of $1,150,486 is necessary within the Housing Grant Fund (1835) ESG- RUSH Project 33910. The match requirement for this ESG funding has been waived by HUD. The administrative portion of this additional funding will be limited to 7.5%. 16.D.4 Packet Pg. 1248 05/28/2024 There is no new Fiscal impact for CDBG PY22 Public Services. The funding source is HUD CDBG Award B -22- UC-12-0016. The $100,000 for homebuyer education and counseling is budgeted in the Housing Grant Fund (1835) CDBG Project 33823. There is no new Fiscal impact for HOME PY22 TBRA. The funding source is HUD HOME Award M22 - UC120217. The $15,000 for TBRA is budgeted in Housing Grant Fund (1835) HOME Project 33810. There is no new Fiscal impact for HOME PY23. The funding source is HUD HOME Awards M20 -UC120217, M21-UC120217, M22-UC120217. The $1,335,703 for the Renaissance Hall Senior Living activity is budgeted in Housing Grant Fund (1835) HOME Projects 33688 ($306,590.86), 33762 ($345,637.73), and 33810 ($699,112.34) There is no new Fiscal impact for CDBG PY23 Affordable Housing. The funding source is HUD CDBG Award B- 23-US-12-0016. The $329,706 for Renaissance Hall Senior Living, LLLP is budgeted in Housing Grant Fund (1835) Project 33855. There is no new Fiscal impact for HOME PY23 TBRA. The funding source is HUD HOME Award M23 - UC120217. In the amount up to $760,453.20 will be used to support TBRA is budgeted in Housing Grant Fund (1835) HOME Project 33864. LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This is approved as to form and legality and requires a majority vote for Board approval. -CJS GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: Acceptance and implementation of this HUD substantial amendment furthers the Goals, Objectives, and Policies of the Housing Element and the Growth Management Plan. RECOMMENDATION: To approve (1) the substantial amendments to Collier County's 5-Year Consolidated Plans for FY2016-2020 & FY2021-2025; (2) the substantial amendments to Collier County’s U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Annual Action Plans for FY2016-2017, FY2021-2022, FY2022-2023, and FY2023-2024; to address additional funding, reprogramming of funds from previous years and new activities related to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) (CDBG-CV), HOME Investment Partnerships, HOME Tenant Based Rental Assistance, HOME American Rescue Plan, and Emergency Solutions Grant Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) Programs; (3) accept a second allocation from HUD in the amount of $1,150,486 for Emergency Solutions Grant Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) Programs; (4) approve and execute the Resolution; (5) authorize the necessary Budget Amendments; (6) authorize the Chairman to sign the required Certifications and Assurances and SF 424 Application for Federal Assistance for the second allocation from the RUSH program, the associated future SF 425’s as grants closeout, the federal funding agreement, and authorize transmittal to HUD. Prepared By: Tracey Smith, Grant Coordinator II, Community and Human Services Division ATTACHMENT(S) 1. ESG RUSH SF424 CAO stamped 2nd allocation (PDF) 2. ESG RUSH Assurances 2nd allocation (PDF) 3. Resolution Substantial Amendment - CAO stamped (PDF) 4. ESG RUSH Attachment 1 - CAO stamped (PDF) 5. ESG RUSH Attachment 2 - CAO stamped (PDF) 6. ESG RUSH HUD agreement stamped CAO (PDF) 7. NDN Ad & Certification (PDF) 8. Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (PDF) 9. 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (PDF) 10. Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (PDF) 16.D.4 Packet Pg. 1249 05/28/2024 11. Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (PDF) 16.D.4 Packet Pg. 1250 05/28/2024 COLLIER COUNTY Board of County Commissioners Item Number: 16.D.4 Doc ID: 28829 Item Summary: Recommendation to approve (1) the substantial amendments to Collier County's 5-Year Consolidated Plans for FY2016-2020 & FY2021-2025; (2) the substantial amendments to Collier County’s U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Annual Action Plans for FY2016 -2017, FY2021-2022, FY2022-2023, and FY2023-2024; to address additional funding, reprogramming of funds from previous years and new activities related to Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) (CDBG-CV), HOME Investment Partnerships, HOME Tenant Based Rental Assistance, HOME American Rescue Plan, and Emergency Solutions Grant Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) Programs; (3) accept a second allocation from HUD in the amount of $1,150,486 for Emergency Solutions Grant Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) Programs; (4) approve and execute the Resolution; (5) authorize the necessary Budget Amendments; (6) authorize the Chairman to sign the required Certifications and Assurances and SF 424 Application for Federal Assistance for the second allocation from the RUSH program, the associated future SF 425’s as grants closeout, the federal funding agreement, and authorize transmittal to HUD. Meeting Date: 05/28/2024 Prepared by: Title: – Community & Human Services Name: Tracey Smith 05/07/2024 11:42 AM Submitted by: Title: Manager - Federal/State Grants Operation – Community & Human Services Name: Kristi Sonntag 05/07/2024 11:42 AM Approved By: Review: Community & Human Services Kristi Sonntag CHS Review Completed 05/07/2024 11:44 AM Operations & Veteran Services Jeff Weir OVS Director Review Completed 05/07/2024 11:55 AM Public Services Department Todd Henry Level 1 Department Review Completed 05/07/2024 1:29 PM Public Services Department Kristi Sonntag PSD Department Head Review Skipped 05/08/2024 11:22 AM Grants Erica Robinson Level 2 Grants Review Completed 05/10/2024 8:21 AM County Attorney's Office Derek D. Perry Level 2 Attorney Review Skipped 05/16/2024 11:20 PM County Attorney's Office Carly Sanseverino CAO Reviewer Completed 05/20/2024 1:29 PM County Attorney's Office Jeffrey A. Klatzkow Level 3 County Attorney's Office Review Completed 05/20/2024 1:41 PM Office of Management and Budget Debra Windsor Level 3 OMB Gatekeeper Review Completed 05/20/2024 2:14 PM Grants Therese Stanley OMB Reviewer Completed 05/20/2024 3:25 PM Corporate Compliance and Continuous Improvement Megan Gaillard Additional Reviewer Completed 05/21/2024 3:19 PM Office of Management and Budget Blanca Aquino Luque OMB Reviewer Completed 05/21/2024 3:52 PM County Manager's Office Dan Rodriguez Level 4 County Manager Review Completed 05/22/2024 10:05 AM Board of County Commissioners Geoffrey Willig Meeting Pending 05/28/2024 9:00 AM 16.D.4 Packet Pg. 1251 16.D.4.a Packet Pg. 1252 Attachment: ESG RUSH SF424 CAO stamped 2nd allocation (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.a Packet Pg. 1253 Attachment: ESG RUSH SF424 CAO stamped 2nd allocation (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.a Packet Pg. 1254 Attachment: ESG RUSH SF424 CAO stamped 2nd allocation (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.b Packet Pg. 1255 Attachment: ESG RUSH Assurances 2nd allocation (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.b Packet Pg. 1256 Attachment: ESG RUSH Assurances 2nd allocation (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.c Packet Pg. 1257 Attachment: Resolution Substantial Amendment - CAO stamped (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.c Packet Pg. 1258 Attachment: Resolution Substantial Amendment - CAO stamped (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.c Packet Pg. 1259 Attachment: Resolution Substantial Amendment - CAO stamped (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.d Packet Pg. 1260 Attachment: ESG RUSH Attachment 1 - CAO stamped (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.d Packet Pg. 1261 Attachment: ESG RUSH Attachment 1 - CAO stamped (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.e Packet Pg. 1262 Attachment: ESG RUSH Attachment 2 - CAO stamped (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.e Packet Pg. 1263 Attachment: ESG RUSH Attachment 2 - CAO stamped (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.g Packet Pg. 1264 Attachment: ESG RUSH HUD agreement stamped CAO (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.g Packet Pg. 1265 Attachment: ESG RUSH HUD agreement stamped CAO (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.g Packet Pg. 1266 Attachment: ESG RUSH HUD agreement stamped CAO (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.g Packet Pg. 1267 Attachment: ESG RUSH HUD agreement stamped CAO (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.g Packet Pg. 1268 Attachment: ESG RUSH HUD agreement stamped CAO (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.h Packet Pg. 1269 Attachment: NDN Ad & Certification (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.h Packet Pg. 1270 Attachment: NDN Ad & Certification (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.h Packet Pg. 1271 Attachment: NDN Ad & Certification (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.h Packet Pg. 1272 Attachment: NDN Ad & Certification (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 16.D.4.h Packet Pg. 1273 Attachment: NDN Ad & Certification (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Collier County 2016-2020 Consolidated Plan and 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan August 2016 Prepared for Collier County, Florida by 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1274 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 2 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Table of Contents Executive Summary ................................................................................................................................. 4 ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) ...................................................................... 4 The Process ............................................................................................................................................. 9 PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b) ......................................................................... 9 PR-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) .............................................................................. 10 PR-15 Citizen Participation ................................................................................................................. 19 Needs Assessment ................................................................................................................................. 24 NA-05 Overview ................................................................................................................................ 24 NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c) ................................................................. 25 NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) ...................................... 35 NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) ........................... 39 NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens – 91.205 (b)(2) ................................ 43 NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion – 91.205(b)(2) ................................................... 45 NA-35 Public Housing – 91.205(b) ...................................................................................................... 48 NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment – 91.205(c) ................................................................................ 52 NA-45 Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.205 (b,d) ......................................................... 55 NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs – 91.215 (f) ..................................................... 57 Housing Market Analysis ....................................................................................................................... 59 MA-05 Overview ................................................................................................................................ 59 MA-10 Number of Housing Units – 91.210(a)&(b)(2) ......................................................................... 60 MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a) ............................................................ 62 MA-20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing – 91.210(a) ................................................... 64 MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing – 91.210(b) ................................................................................. 67 MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services – 91.210(c) ........................................................................... 72 MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services – 91.210(d) .................................................................... 75 MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing – 91.210(e) ............................................................................. 77 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1275 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 3 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets – 91.215 (f) .................................................... 78 MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion ................................................................................... 83 Strategic Plan ........................................................................................................................................ 88 SP-05 Overview ................................................................................................................................. 88 SP-10 Geographic Priorities – 91.215 (a)(1) ........................................................................................ 89 SP-25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2) .................................................................................................... 92 SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions – 91.215 (b) ............................................................................ 96 SP-50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement – 91.215(c) ...................................................... 106 SP-55 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.215(h) ............................................................................. 107 SP-60 Homelessness Strategy – 91.215(d) ........................................................................................ 109 SP-65 Lead based paint Hazards – 91.215(i) ..................................................................................... 111 SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy – 91.215(j) ........................................................................................... 113 SP-80 Monitoring – 91.230 .............................................................................................................. 114 Expected Resources ............................................................................................................................. 116 AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) ..................................................................................... 116 Annual Goals and Objectives ............................................................................................................... 119 Projects ........................................................................................................................................... 122 AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) .............................................................................................................. 122 AP-38 Project Summary ................................................................................................................... 123 AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) ....................................................................................... 131 Affordable Housing .............................................................................................................................. 134 AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) ............................................................................................. 134 AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) .................................................................................................... 136 AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) ....................................................... 138 AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) .............................................................................. 140 AP-85 Other Actions ........................................................................................................................ 142 Program Specific Requirements ........................................................................................................... 145 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1276 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 4 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Executive Summary ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) 1. Introduction Collier County’s 2016-2020 Consolidated Plan is a comprehensive planning document promoting a coordinated approach to housing and community development needs, and fostering the coordination of all programs funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). It provides guidance on the investment of HUD dollars, as well as other federal, state, and local funding sources. This Plan outlines the priorities by which the County’s Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program funds will be invested over the next five years. Every year the County will produce an Annual Action Plan to detail specific activities to carry out the Plan’s priorities and goals. 2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Needs Assessment Overview 1 Priority Need Name HOUSING AFFORDABILITY Priority Level High Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Associated Goals Provide Assistance and Education to Homebuyers Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing CHDO Set-Aside Description Subsidize the cost of rental housing through a tenant-based rental assistance program. Support the development of affordable rental and owned housing, including projects located near job centers that will be affordable to service employees and other low-wage members of the workforce. Support homeownership opportunities for households through downpayment or closing cost assistance. Extend the useful life of existing affordable housing through weatherization, repair, and rehabilitation programs. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting input, survey data, CHAS and other data 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1277 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 5 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 2 Priority Need Name PUBLIC SERVICES Priority Level High Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Associated Goals Provide Public Services Description Fund projects that provide supportive services to low and moderate income households as well as persons with special needs, specifically including but not limited to medical and dental services, mental health and substance abuse, persons with disabilities, senior services, youth services, housing counseling, legal services, services for victims of domestic violence, employment training, and other allowable public services not listed here. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting input, survey data 3 Priority Need Name INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS Priority Level High Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Associated Goals Improve Public Infrastructure Description Fund non-housing community development proposals that eliminate blight, improve safety, and provide new affordable housing to include demolition and redevelopment, sidewalk construction and repair, street improvements, streetscaping, street lighting, crosswalks and pedestrian signaling systems, and other allowable infrastructure improvements not listed here. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, consultation with County staff, survey data, prior studies conducted by the Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1278 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 6 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 4 Priority Need Name ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Priority Level Low Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Associated Goals Provide Public Services Description Provide job training assistance to help residents access employment opportunities, especially those who are disabled or speak English as a second language. Support entrepreneurs and business development to create new employment opportunities. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting comments, survey data 5 Priority Need Name HOMELESSNESS & HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION Priority Level High Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Associated Goals Support Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless Provide Rapid Re-Housing and Homelessness Prevention HMIS Support Description Assist persons who are homeless through emergency, transitional, and permanent housing and supportive services. Assist households at risk of homelessness with short-term rental payment and other assistance. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting comments, survey data 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1279 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 7 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 6 Priority Need Name PUBLIC FACILITIES Priority Level High Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Associated Goals Improve Public and Other Facilities Description Fund public facility improvements that benefit low/moderate income households and persons, and persons with special needs to include community centers, health care facilities, parks, and public safety stations/offices, as well as other allowable public facility projects. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting comments, survey data 7 Priority Need Name AFFIRMATIVELY FURTHER FAIR HOUSING CHOICE Priority Level High Population Served All Associated Goals Program Administration Description Fund targeted fair housing activities such as fair housing education, complaint handling services, and enforcement. Basis for Priority Impediment identified in AI 8 Priority Need Name PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION AND PLANNING Priority Level High Population Served All Associated Goals Program Administration Description Funding for performance of administrative and planning requirements of CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs. Basis for Priority Consultation with County staff 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1280 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 8 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 3. Evaluation of past performance Each year, Collier County reports its progress in meeting its five -year and annual goals by preparing a Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER). The CAPER is submitted to HUD within 90 days of the start of the new program year. Copies of recent CAPERs are available for review at the Collier County Community and Human Services Division or online at http://www.colliergov.net/your-government/divisions-a-e/community-and-human-services. 4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process The County conducted significant consultation with citizens, county staff, non -profit agencies, the Collier County Housing Authority, and Continuum of Care members in preparing this Plan. The County hosted four community meetings and two focus groups to identify housing and community development needs in preparation of this Plan. These meetings are summarized in the Citizen Participation section of this document and a separate Needs Assessment report. The findings of a Community Needs Survey, in which 91 persons participated, were also used to determine needs and priorities. Public comments on the draft Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan were received throughout a 30-day comment period from May 20, 2016 to June 20, 2016. A public hearing to receive comments was held on June 2, 2016 at the Golden Gate Library. The Plan was adopted by the Board of County Commissioners on June 28, 2016. 5. Summary of public comments Comments received through the public meetings, focus groups, community surveys, and one -on- one interviews are summarized in the Citizen Participation section of this Plan, with additional detail available in a separate Needs Assessment report. 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them All comments were taken into consideration in preparing the Consolidated Plan. The County has reviewed all comments for common and recurring themes to help esta blish priorities and goals. 7. Summary This five-year plan identifies the community’s affordable housing, homeless, community development, and economic development needs, as well as outlines a comprehensive and coordinated strategy for implementation of programs. The County will use CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds to leverage other public and private investment in order to address the goals and priorities. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1281 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 9 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) The Process PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b) 1. Describe agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source The Collier County Community & Human Services Division is the lead agency responsible for the development, administration, and review of the 2016-2020 Consolidated Plan, 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan, and subsequent action plans covered under the Consolidat ed Plan. The Division administers Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and coordinates execution of projects related to the priorities and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. Collier County’s 2016-2020 Consolidated Plan and 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan were developed through collaborative efforts of County staff and local agencies, with assista nce from Mosaic Community Planning, LLC. Agency Role Name Department/Agency Lead Agency Collier County Community & Human Services Division CDBG Administrator Collier County Community & Human Services Division HOME Administrator Collier County Community & Human Services Division ESG Administrator Collier County Community & Human Services Division Table 1 – Responsible Agencies Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information Kimberley Grant, Director Community and Human Services Division 3339 East Tamiami Trail Health and Public Services Building H, Room 211 Naples, Florida 34112 Phone: (239) 252-6287 Fax: (239) 252-2638 Email: KimberleyGrant@colliergov.net Website: http://www.colliergov.net/your-government/divisions-a-e/community-and-human- services 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1282 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 10 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) PR-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) 1. Introduction Collier County conducted significant public outreach to garner input from county staff, government agencies, nonprofit agencies, affordable housing developers and managers, local service providers, the Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA), and others in preparing this plan. The County held four community meetings open to the general public, conducted focus groups for low and moderate income individuals, and interviewed key stakeholders in person and by phone. Additionally, 91 local residents and/or employees completed surveys regarding community development and housing priorities. These outreach efforts are summarized in the Citizen Participation section of this 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(I)). In developing this plan, the County’s needs assessment process involved outreach to housing providers such as the Collier County Housing Authority, Habitat for Humanity, Foundation for the Developmentally Disabled, and Immokalee Housing and Family Services, as well as many health, mental health, and other service agencies. A common theme heard from these and other stakeholders was the need for a continued and enhanced relationship between housing and services. Under their previous Consolidated Plan, Collier County provided funds for several projects designed to strengthen the housing-services link, including the use of Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds to purchase homes for the Foundation for the Developmentally Disabled and CDBG funding for Youth Haven shelter facility improvements, services and facility improvements at the Shelter for Abused Women and Ch ildren, building acquisition and rehabilitation for housing for persons with disabilities by Community Assistance and Su pportive Living, and computer kiosks at various David Lawrence Center locations. Additionally, through the State of Florida Department of Children and Families, Collier County received a grant to support its Forensic Intensive Reintegration Support Team (FIRST), which works with persons with mental illnesses re-entering the community from jail. Between 2011 and 2014, the County worked with 162 participants, of whom 89% were not re-arrested. The grant was renewed for the 2014 to 2017 period. In addition to enhancing coordination through the use of HUD funds, Collier County encourages dialogue and collaboration between housing and service agencies through the Collier County Hunger & Homeless Coalition, which serves as the lead agency for the County’s Continuum of Care. The Hunger & Homeless Coalition holds regular meetings in Naples, and members include more than 60 public and private agencies within the region. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1283 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 11 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 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 a t risk of homelessness Members of Collier County’s Continuum of Care who participated in individual interviews and/or attended community meetings to share input on homeless needs included the Collier County Hunger & Homeless Coalition, AVOW Hospice, Collier County Housing Authority, Collier County Sheriff’s Office, David Lawrence Center, Goodwill of Southwest Florida, Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida, Immokalee Housing & Family Services, Legal Aid, St. Matthew’s House, Immokalee Friendship House, and Shelter for Abused Women and Children. Member organizations were also invited to participate in the community-wide needs assessment survey. Interviewees discussed the needs of chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, unaccompanied youth, and persons at risk of becoming homeless. Recent activities by the County to address and/or prevent homelessness have included improvements at the Youth Haven youth shelter and the Shelter for Abused Women and Children; legal services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and child abuse through Legal Aid; operating assistance to the Shelter for Abused Women and Children; short term rental assistance for homelessness prevention and rapid re-housing; tenant-based rental assistance through CCHA; and upgrades to electrical systems at CCHA properties. 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 Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition (CCHHC) serves as the lead agency for Collier County’s Continuum of Care. To provide input regarding priority homeless needs, the Hunger and Homeless Coalition’s executive director participated in an interview during the needs assessment process. Representatives of other Hunger and Homeless Coalition member organizations also participated in interviews, community meetings, and th e survey. Reports by the CoC including the 2014 Needs & Gap Survey, the 2014 Subpopulation Needs Survey, the 2015 Point in Time Homeless County, and 20/20 Vision: A Clear View of Housing for All Members of Collier County were also used in determining priority homeless needs for ESG funding. To determine funding allocations and performance standards, the CoC reviews ESG applications and anticipated outcomes and provides funding recommendations to Collier County. As of May 2015, the Hunger & Homeless Coalition was named as the HMIS Lead for the County, replacing Catholic Charities of Collier County. In this role, CCHHC works with Collier County and local organizations to ensure that service usage by client is tracked over time, and that data is shared between agencies to provide a complete look at service delivery in Collier County. HMIS 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1284 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 12 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) data is also used by the County and the CoC to identify local homeless needs, resource gaps, and funding priorities. 2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others wh o participated in the process and describe the jurisdictions consultations with housing, social service agencies and other entities Collier County invited more than 50 local and regional agencies to provide input for the Consolidated Plan via focus groups, public meetings, in-person or telephone interviews, and/or participation in a survey regarding housing and community development needs. The County also advertised the planning process and ways to get involved through ads in the Naples Daily News, on the Community and Human Services division website, on a website designed specifically for the project, and through flyers in English, Spanish, and Creole. Twenty-eight groups participated, and are listed in the table below, along with areas of the plan for which they provided input. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1285 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 13 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Agency/Group/Organization Name Type Relevant Plan Sections Interview Participants Able Academy Children Services Non-Homeless Special Needs AVOW Hospice Special Needs Services Non-Homeless Special Needs Collier County Court Administration County Government Housing Needs Assessment, Homelessness Needs and Strategy, Non-Homeless Special Needs Collier County Housing Authority PHA Housing Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, Other (Fair Housing) Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition Homeless Services Housing Needs Assessment, Homelessness Needs and Strategy, Other (Community Development Needs) Collier County Mental Health/Drug Court County Government Non-Homeless Special Needs, Other (Community Development Needs) Collier County Office of Hearing Examiner County Government Housing Needs Assessment, Market Analysis Collier County Sheriff’s Office County Government Housing Needs Assessment, Non-Homeless Special Needs Corizon Special Needs Services Housing Needs Assessment, Homelessness Needs and Strategy, Non-Homeless Special Needs David Lawrence Center Special Needs Services Non-Homeless Special Needs Drug Free Collier Special Needs Services Non-Homeless Special Needs Foundation for the Developmentally Disabled Special Needs Services Non-Homeless Special Needs Goodwill Community Services Other (Community Development Needs) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1286 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 14 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Agency/Group/Organization Name Type Relevant Plan Sections Habitat for Humanity of Collier County Housing Housing Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, Anti- Poverty Strategy Harry Chapin Food Bank Community Services Other (Community Development Needs) Immokalee Housing & Family Services Housing Housing Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, Non- Homeless Special Needs, Other (Community Development Needs) Legal Aid Legal Services, Fair Housing Non-Homeless Special Needs, Other (Fair Housing) Lighthouse of Collier Special Needs Services Non-Homeless Special Needs Rural Neighborhoods Housing Housing Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, Non- Homeless Special Needs, Anti-Poverty Strategy St. Matthews House Homeless Services Homelessness Needs and Strategy Shelter for Abused Women and Children Homeless Services, Victims of Domestic Violence Homelessness Needs and Strategy, Non-Homeless Special Needs, Anti-Poverty Strategy United Cerebral Palsy Special Needs Services Housing Needs Assessment, Non-Homeless Special Needs Community Meeting Participants Collier Senior Resources Senior Services Non-Homeless Special Needs, Other (Senior Service Needs) Community Assisted & Supported Living Housing Housing Needs Assessment, Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment Immokalee CRA Neighborhood Organization Housing Needs Assessment, Economic Development, Anti-Poverty Strategy, Other (Community Development Needs) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1287 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 15 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Agency/Group/Organization Name Type Relevant Plan Sections Immokalee Chamber of Commerce Business and Civic Leaders Housing Needs Assessment, Economic Development, Anti-Poverty Strategy Golden Gate Civic Association Neighborhood Organization Housing Needs Assessment, Economic Development Residential Options of Florida Housing Housing Needs Assessment, Non-Homeless Special Needs Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1288 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 16 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting Efforts were made to consult as broad a group of community stakeholders as possible. Invitations to participated in the planning process were extended to housing developers/providers, homeless and other service providers, community organizations, neighborhood associations, real estate agencies, City of Naples staff, and other Collier County departments. Organizations choosing not to participate in an interview or community meeting had the option of completing an anonymous survey of local community development and housing needs. No agency types were excluded from participation. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1289 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 17 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? 20/20 Vision: A Clear View of Housing for All Members of Collier County, December 2011 (prepared by the Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County) Hunger and Homeless Coalition of Collier County Goals for 20/20 Vision that overlap with the Strategic Plan include homelessness prevention, affordable housing, rapid re-housing, emergency shelter, transitional housing and services for youth, and employment assistance services. Collier County Housing Authority 2014-2019 Five Year PHA Plan Collier County Housing Authority Goals described in the PHA Plan include expanding the supply of assisted housing, improving the quality of assisted housing, increasing assisted housing choices, providing an improved living environment, promoting self-sufficiency and personal development of assisted households, and affirmatively furthering fair housing. Immokalee Walkable Community Study, December 2011 (prepared RWA, Inc.) Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization Findings from the Walkable Community Study indicate a need for improvements in pedestrian and bicycle facilities in Immokalee. Naples Manor Walkable Community Study, February 2010 (prepared by Collier County Transportation Planning) Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization Findings from the Walkable Community Study indicate a lack of pedestrian network in Naples Manor. The highest priority need for bicycle and pedestrian facilities are on Broward Street and Carolina Avenue. Table 3 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1290 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 18 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 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(l)) As Collier County implements its 2016-2020 Consolidated Plan, it will continue to work with local public and private entities, the City of Naples, public and private organizations working in the southwest Florida region, and state entities. Collier County will foster coordination and collaboration with public and private entities by making grants to organizations to achieve Consolidated Plan goals. Among the local, regional, and state organizations the County has worked with to implement their previous Consolidated Plan include the City of Naples, Habitat for Human ity of Collier County, Collier County Housing Authority, the State of Florida State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP), United Cerebral Palsy of Southwest Florida, and many others. Over the upcoming Consolidated Plan cycle, Collier County will continue collaboration with the Collier County Sherriff Office and the David Lawrence Center for the Forensic Intensive Reintegration Support Team (FIRST) grant received through the Florida Department of Children and Families. This program provides persons with substance abuse or mental health issues leaving the judicial system with assistance to prevent homelessness or re-incarceration. The County will also continue to offer purchase assistance funds for first time homebuyers available through the State of Florida SHIP program. Additionally, the CCHA has received a $9.25 million grant from USDA to fund renovation of 315 of its farmworker housing units. The 18 -month renovation program is expected to be completed in 2017. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1291 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 19 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) PR-15 Citizen Participation 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal -setting Collier County residents were invited to attend four community meetings held in the evenings at a variety of locations throughout the county. The County also held two focus groups designed to gather input from low income and special needs populations. A community needs survey in English and Spanish was available to residents, housing service providers, and other community development practitioners via a weblink and in hard copy. The survey ran from October 19, 2015 through December 7, 2015, and was advertised along with the community meetings through a newspaper advertisement and English, Spanish, and Creole flyers. Dates, times, and locations for the community meetings and focus groups are shown below: Community Meeting #1 Estates Branch Library 1266 Golden Gate Boulevard West Naples, Florida 34120 Tuesday, November 3, 2015 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Community Meeting #2 Naples Regional Library, Rees Meeting Room 650 Central Avenue Naples, Florida 34102 Wednesday, November 4, 2015 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Community Meeting #3 Immokalee Branch Library 417 North First Street Immokalee, Florida 34142 Thursday, November 5, 2015 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Community Meeting #4 East Naples Branch Library 8787 Tamiami Trail East Naples, Florida 34113 Tuesday, November 10, 2015 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Focus Group #1 Shelter for Abused Women & Children Naples, Florida Tuesday, November 3, 2015 5:45 PM to 7:30 PM Focus Group #2 Immokalee Housing & Family Services 2449 Sanders Pine Circle Immokalee, Florida 34142 Thursday, November 5, 2015 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM Following development of the draft 2016-2020 Consolidated Plan and 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan, Collier County held a 30-day public comment period from May 20, 2016 to June 20, 2016. During this time, copies of the draft reports were available at all County public libraries, at the Public Information Desk in the Harmon Turner Building on the Collier County Government Main Campus, in the Community and Human Services Division office, and on the Division website at http://www.colliergov.net/your-government/divisions-a-e/community-and-human-services /housing-programs/consolidated-plan. Comments were received by Community and Human 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1292 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 20 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Services Division staff by mail, email, telephone, and in person. A public hearing was held on June 2, 2016 at the Golden Gate Library to review findings, priorities, and projects, and to receive comments. One written comment was received from Habitat for Humanity of Collier County and is included in the Appendix. No comments were received at the public hearing. The Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan were adopted by the Collier County Board of County Commissioners on June 28, 2016. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1293 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 21 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Citizen Participation Outreach Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/ attendance Summary of comments received: Top Needs Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 1 Community Needs Survey Residents, Housing and service providers, Community development practitioners 91 respondents Financial assistance to community organizations, Medical/dental services, Permanent and transitional housing for homeless persons, Homelessness prevention, New affordable rental housing, Tenant based rental assistance, First time homebuyer assistance, Housing for people with disabilities None Not Applicable 2 Website Residents, Housing and service providers, Community development practitioners 750 visitors None None www.collierco untyconplan.c om 3 Focus Groups Low income households, Persons with limited English proficiency, Domestic violence survivors 13 attendees Transit/paratransit assistance, affordable childcare/after school care, Fair housing education and enforcement especially for persons with limited English proficiency, Healthcare, Affordable housing, Assistance with rent/utility deposits None Not Applicable 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1294 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 22 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/ attendance Summary of comments received: Top Needs Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 4 Community Meetings Residents 55 attendees Affordable and workforce housing, Rental assistance, First time homebuyer assistance, Senior housing and services, Supportive housing, Transitional housing, Transit assistance, Infrastructure and public facility improvements in CRAs None Not Applicable 5 Stakeholder Interviews Housing and service providers, Community development practitioners 36 interviewees Affordable rental housing (including housing affordable to service industry employees), Accessible housing, Tenant based rental assistance and homelessness prevention, Address substandard housing in Immokalee, Senior housing, Transportation assistance, Healthcare access, Affordable childcare, Financial literacy /job training, Help navigating social assistance network, Fair housing resources None Not Applicable 6 Public Hearing Residents, Housing and service providers, Community development practitioners 0 attendees None None Not Applicable 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1295 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 23 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/ attendance Summary of comments received: Top Needs Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 7 Public Comment Period Residents, Housing and service providers, Community development practitioners 1 comment received Habitat for Humanity is continuing to address the growing need for affordable homeownership opportunities, and encourages the County to provide incentives and other support to those addressing the need for safe, secure housing None Not Applicable Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1296 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 24 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Needs Assessment NA-05 Overview Needs Assessment Overview Based on HUD provided figures, the following data indicates the number and percentage of renters and homeowners who may be subject to housing problems, based on income level. The current economic recession has substantially increased the number of households experiencing housing problems and cost burdens. HUD receives a “special tabulation” of data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) that is largely not available through standard Census products. These “special tabulation” data provide counts of the numbers of households that fit certain combinations of HUD-specified criteria such as housing needs, HUD-defined income limits (primarily 30, 50, and 80 percent of area median income) and household types of particular interest to plan ners and policy-makers. This data, known as the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, is used by local governments for housing planning and as part of the Consolidated Planning process. Assessing the specific housing needs of Collier County is critical to creating a realistic and responsive affordable housing strategy. As such, an assessment of the County’s affordable rental and single family homes was conducted based on available demographic, economic and housing data for Collier County utilizing HUD’s new eCon Planning Suite downloaded in the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS). The eCon Planning Suite pre-populates the most up-to-date housing and economic data available to assist jurisdictions identify funding prior ities in the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan. Highlights of this assessment are provided in this section. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1297 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 25 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c) Summary of Housing Needs According to the 2010-2014 5-Year American Community Survey, Collier County is home to 334,474 residents living in 126,331 households, as shown in Table 5. Since the 2000 Census, the population grew by 33%, while the number of households expanded at a lowe r rate of 23%. The County’s population growth rate well outpaced that of both the state of Florida (21%) and the U.S. (26%) during that time period. Median household income increased by 16% from $48,289 in 2000 to $56,250 in the 2010-2014 ACS. Compared to state and national figures of $47,212 and $53,482, respectively, Collier County has a higher median income. Demographics Base Year: 2000 Most Recent Year: 2014 % Change Population 251,377 334,474 33% Households 102,973 126,331 23% Median Income $48,289 $56,250 16% Table 5 - Housing Needs Assessment Demographics Data Source: 2000 Census (Base Year), 2010-2014 ACS (Most Recent Year) Number of Households Table Table 6 identifies income levels for a variety of household types, including small families (2 -4 members) large families (5 or more members), households with young children, and households with seniors. As shown, 45,010 households in Collier County have lo w or moderate incomes (under 80% of HUD Area Median Family Income (HAMFI)), and together they comprise 37% of the County’s households. Looking at income level by household type shows that over half of large family households are low or moderate income (57% or 4,430 households), as are over half of households with one or more children under 6 (55% or 7,215 households). Of households with someone age 75 or over, 41% (or 10,311 households) are low or moderate income. Small families have the lowest share with low and moderate incomes at 29% (21,100 households). 0-30% HAMFI >30-50% HAMFI >50-80% HAMFI >80-100% HAMFI >100% HAMFI Total Households * 12,000 12,785 20,225 12,120 63,805 Small Family Households * 4,655 5,755 10,690 7,090 45,555 Large Family Households * 1,130 1,560 1,740 805 2,565 Household contains at least one person 62-74 years of age 2,705 2,982 5,455 3,345 22,250 Household contains at least one person age 75 or older 2,656 3,135 4,520 2,385 12,675 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1298 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 26 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 0-30% HAMFI >30-50% HAMFI >50-80% HAMFI >80-100% HAMFI >100% HAMFI Households with one or more children 6 years old or younger * 1,895 2,390 2,930 1,439 4,475 * the highest income category for these family types is >80% HAMFI Table 6 - Total Households Table Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Tables 5, 7, and 13 Housing Needs Summary Tables Housing needs by tenure and household income are provided in tables 7 through 12, with a discussion following. HUD defines four housing needs that are quantified in the proceeding tables: 1. Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities; 2. Housing units lacking completed plumbing facilities; 3. Overcrowded households (households with more than one person per room); and 4. Cost burdened households (households spending more than 30% of their monthly income on monthly housing costs, including utilities). Additionally, HUD identifies the following four severe housing needs: 1. Housing units lacking complete kitchen facilities; 2. Housing units lacking complete plumbing facilities; 3. Severely overcrowded households (households with more than 1.5 persons per room); and 4. Severe cost burdened households (households spending more than 50% of their monthly income on monthly housing costs, including utilities). 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1299 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 27 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 1. Housing Problems (Households with one of the listed needs) Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Substandard Housing - Lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities 165 110 40 85 400 105 35 130 35 305 Severely Overcrowded - With >1.51 people per room (and complete kitchen and plumbing) 300 135 70 30 535 110 120 80 30 340 Overcrowded - With 1.01-1.5 people per room (and none of the above problems) 470 495 360 75 1,400 180 325 260 165 930 Housing cost burden greater than 50% of income (and none of the above problems) 3,225 1,630 990 275 6,120 4,055 3,410 3,635 1,670 12,770 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1300 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 28 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total Housing cost burden greater than 30% of income (and none of the above problems) 335 1,815 3,600 865 6,615 515 1,800 3,440 1,985 7,740 Zero/negative Income (and none of the above problems) 620 0 0 0 620 970 0 0 0 970 Table 7 – Housing Problems Table Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 3 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% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Having 1 or more of four housing problems 4,160 2,370 1,460 465 8,455 4,450 3,890 4,105 1,900 14,345 Having none of four housing problems 840 2,655 5,535 2,915 11,945 965 3,870 9,125 6,840 20,800 Household has negative income, but none of the other housing problems 620 0 0 0 620 970 0 0 0 970 Table 8 – Housing Problems 2 Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 2 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1301 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 29 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 3. Cost Burden > 30% Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50-80% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50-80% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Small Related 1,770 1,870 1,960 5,600 995 1,140 2,295 4,430 Large Related 545 500 325 1,370 415 645 530 1,590 Elderly 930 550 885 2,365 2,620 3,165 3,715 9,500 Other 1,060 1,005 1,505 3,570 895 630 770 2,295 Total need by income 4,305 3,925 4,675 12,905 4,925 5,580 7,310 17,815 Table 9 – Cost Burden > 30% Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 7 4. Cost Burden > 50% Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50- 80% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50-80% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Small Related 1,645 600 410 2,655 930 860 1,355 3,145 Large Related 405 125 20 550 250 335 135 720 Elderly 705 450 345 1,500 2,280 1,845 1,705 5,830 Other 1,030 580 215 1,825 815 475 475 1,765 Total need by income 3,785 1,755 990 6,530 4,275 3,515 3,670 11,460 Table 10 – Cost Burden > 50% Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 7 5. Crowding (More than one person per room) Renter Owner 0- 30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0- 30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Single family households 680 485 380 85 1,630 280 300 265 115 960 Multiple, unrelated family households 85 115 50 25 275 15 165 100 90 370 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1302 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 30 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Renter Owner 0- 30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0- 30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total Other, non-family households 10 35 0 0 45 0 0 0 0 0 Total need by income 775 635 430 110 1,950 295 465 365 205 1,330 Table 11 – Crowding Information – 1/2 Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 10 Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI Total Households with Children Present Table 12 – Crowding Information – 2/2 Describe the number and type of single person households in need of housing assistance. Estimates of the number of single person households in need of housing assistance are not available for Collier County. In Tables 9 and 10 above, non -elderly single person households are included in the “other” households category, along with non-family households, such as roommates or non-married partner households. Table 9 shows that there are an estimated 3,570 “other” renter households and 2,295 “other” owner households with low or moderate incomes who spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Of these, 51% of renter households and 77% of owner households are also severely cost burdened, meaning that they spend over 50% of their income on housing. 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. According to the 2010-2014 5-Year American Community Survey, there are an estimated 37,892 disabled persons in Collier County, comprising about 11% of its population. While housing need is not estimated for the disabled population, the ACS does provide poverty rates by disability status, which can serve as an indicator of potential need, given that households with lower incomes are more likely to have a housing problem. For persons age 18 to 64, 25% of the disabled population (3,319 persons) is impoverished, compared to 13% of the non-disabled population. For seniors, the poverty rate of disabled persons is 9% (1,983 persons) compared to 6% for those 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1303 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 31 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) without a disability. Thus, poverty rates suggest that disabled adults in Collier County would be more likely to have difficulty affording housing than their non -disabled counterparts. Additionally, a limited supply of accessible housing, the cost of making needed modifications, and the limited availability of supportive housing for persons with developmental or substance abuse disabilities represent housing needs for the County’s disabled population. The County does not have data available to estimate the number of persons or households who are victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking who are in need of housing assistance. Input from housing and homeless services providers, however, indicates a continued need for housing for domestic violence victims in Collier County. As evidence of this need, in its last fiscal year, the Shelter for Abused Women and Children in Naples answered more than 2,400 Crisis Hotline calls, sheltered 481 adults and children, provided over 30,000 hours of counseling, and provided education regarding domestic abuse to more than 20,000 professionals and community members. What are the most common housing problems? As shown in Table 7, a total of 15,070 renter households and 22,085 owner households with incomes at or below the area median experience one or more housing problems. Comparing these numbers with the total households at that income level (as provided in Table 6) indicates that 65% have one or more housing needs. At low and moderate incomes (at or below 80% AMI), there are 31,940 households with needs, which represents 71% of total low and modera te income households. By far the most common housing problems in Collier County for both owners and renters are cost burdening and severe cost burdening. Table 9 reveals that 12,905 low and moderate income renter households spend more than 30% of their income on housing, as do 17,815 low and moderate income owner households. Taken together, there are 30,720 cost burdened households with incomes below 80% AMI, constituting 68% of that income group. Of these, 17,990 households have a severe cost burden (6,53 0 renters and 11,460 owners), comprising 40% of total low and moderate income households, as Table 10 displays. Crowding (more than one person per room) affects 1,840 renters and 1,125 owners with low and moderate incomes, or 7% of all households in that income group (Table 11), a considerably lower share than are affected by cost burdens or severe cost burdens. Substandard housing (lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities) affects the smallest number of low and moderate income households in Collier County: 315 renters and 270 owners, or 1% of all households with incomes under 80% AMI, according to Table 7. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1304 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 32 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Are any populations/household types more affected than others by these problems? Overall, owners make up a larger share of the low and moderate income population with housing problems than renters (57% versus 43%), not surprising considering that the large majority of households in Collier County own their homes. Renters, however, are more likely than owners to be affected by housing needs – of low and moderate income groups, 78% of renter households have a housing problem, compared to 67% of owners. Looking at specific housing needs shows that the number of low and moderate income renters living in substandard housing (315) is 1.2 times the numbe r of owners doing so (270). Likewise, at low and moderate incomes, the number of crowded renters (1,840) is 1.6 times the number of overcrowded owners (1,125). In contrast, for affordability problems, owners make up larger proportions of low and moderate income households with needs. The number of cost burdened owners (17,815) is 1.4 times that of renters (12,905), and the number of severely cost burdened owners (11,460) is 1.8 times that of renters (6,530). For owners, households in the 50-80% AMI income bracket make up the largest share of cost burdened households at 41%. Just under one third of (31%) are in the 30 -50% AMI group, and 28% have incomes under 30% AMI. In contrast, cost burdened renters are relatively evenly distributed by income: 33% have incomes below 30% AMI, 30% have incomes from 30-50% AMI, and 36% have incomes from 50-80% AMI. Looking at severe cost burdens only, need is much more concentrated in the lowest income group. More than half (58%) of severely cost burdened renters have extremely low incomes, as do 37% of severely cost burdened owners. Looking at needs by household types, small families (2 to 4 persons) make up the largest share of low and moderate income renters with a cost burden at 43%, although they constitute only one-quarter (25%) of cost burdened owners. Comparing data in Table 9 with total households by type in Table 6 shows that 48% of low and moderate income small families are cost burdened. While they make up relatively small shares of the needs population, 67% of la rge families (5 or more persons) are cost burdened. For owners with a cost burden, the largest share are elderly households (53%), likely reflecting the difficulty many seniors face in continuing to pay housing costs such as utilities and taxes following retirement, even if they no longer have mortgages. Finally, overcrowded renter and owner households are more likely to be single family households than multiple, unrelated families. The former make up 84% of overcrowded low and moderate income renter households and 75% of similar owner households. Multiple, unrelated family households constitute 14% of overcrowded renters and 25% of overcrowded owners. However, given that the vast majority of Collier County households are single families, overcrowding is 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1305 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 33 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) much more likely to affect unrelated families sharing a home (i.e., “doubling up”), particularly for owners. 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 Individuals with an imminent risk of residing in shelter or becoming unsheltered typically have a combination of financial factors present in their lives: lack of living wage jobs, rent that is more than 30 or 50 percent of their income, and high childcare, medical, or transportation costs. In addition to these factors, individuals living at risk of homelessness often have additional issues present such as family conflicts, domestic violence, doubling up with family members or friends, housing with code or safety violations, household members with a disability, criminal history, history of mental health issues or substance abuse, difficulty navigating systems to access public benefits or community based services, and prior experience with home lessness. For formerly homeless families and individuals receiving rapid re -housing assistance but nearing the termination of that assistance, key needs include access to Social Security disability and other benefits; stable employment or access to mainstream job training, employment, and education programs; linkages to health and mental health services; convenient access to affordable childcare and transportation; and continued case management and supportive services. 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: Collier County does not prepare estimates of its at -risk population. The Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition’s 2014 Point-in-Time Count of homeless persons identified 251 persons at risk of homelessness. This included people staying temporarily with family or friends, in a hotel or motel, or sharing a home on a more or less permanent basis with another family, often living in crowded or inadequate conditions. Specify particular housing characteristics that have been linked with instability and an increased risk of homelessness Low incomes and high housing cost burdens are two housing characteristic linked with instability and an increased risk of homelessness. Renters with incomes under 30% AMI and housing costs burdens over 50% are at risk of homelessness, especially if they experience a destabilizing event such as a job loss, reduction in hours, or medical emergency/condition. Additionally, families or 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1306 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 34 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) individuals doubling up with other, unrelated households are at an increased risk of homelessness. In Collier County, there are 3,785 extremely low income renter households (under 30% AMI) spending more than 50% of their income on housing. Collier County also has 645 households comprised of multiple, unrelated families living together in overcrowded conditions. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1307 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 35 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) Assess 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 According to HUD, a disproportionately greater need exists when members of a racial or ethnic group at a given income level experience housing problems at a greater rate (10 percentage points or more) than the income level as a whole. Tables 13 through 16 identify the number of households experiencing one or more of the four housing problems by householder race and ethnicity and income level. The four housing problems include: (1) cost burden (paying more than 30% of income for housing and utilities); (2) overcrowding (more than one person per room); (3) lacking complete kitchen facilities; and (4) lacking complete plumbing facilities. Income classifications include extremely low income (under 30% of Area Median Income (AMI)); low income (30-50% AMI); moderate income (50-80% AMI); and middle income (80-100% AMI). 0%-30% of Area Median Income At extremely low incomes, 79% of households in Collier County have one or more housing problems (9,420, as shown in Table 13). Whites are somewhat less likely to experience a housing need (74%), while African Americans, Asians, and Hispanics are more so (85-87%). No group has a disproportionately greater need than the jurisdiction as a whole. Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 9,420 954 1,589 White 5,525 690 1,230 Black / African American 1,155 55 145 Asian 65 10 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 15 4 4 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 2,660 195 210 Table 13 - Disproportionally Greater Need 0 - 30% AMI Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 1 *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% 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1308 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 36 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 30%-50% of Area Median Income Over three-quarters of households with incomes from 30 to 50% AMI have one or more housing problems (77% or 9,800 households). Whites face housing problems at a somewhat lower rate (72%), while other racial/ethnic groups face needs at a higher rate than the jurisdiction as a whole. Three groups have a disproportionately greater rate of housing problems: 88% of African American households have one or more housing needs, as do 91% of Asian households and 100% of the 35 American Indians/Alaska Natives. Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 9,800 2,915 0 White 5,650 2,200 0 Black / African American 965 135 0 Asian 40 4 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 35 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 3,110 545 0 Table 14 - Disproportionally Greater Need 30 - 50% AMI Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 1 *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 Of the 20,046 Collier County households with moderate incomes, 62% have at least one housing problem. As in other income groups, moderate income Whites face housing needs at a somewhat lower proportion than the county overall (59%), while African Americans and Hispanics have higher rate of housing problems (71% and 69%, respectively). Two groups have a disproportionately higher incidence of housing need – Asians (85% or 235 households) and American Indians/Alaska Natives (100% or 10 households). 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1309 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 37 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 12,511 7,535 0 White 8,710 5,960 0 Black / African American 770 310 0 Asian 235 40 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 10 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 2,786 1,225 0 Table 15 - Disproportionally Greater Need 50 - 80% AMI Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 1 *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 Two-fifths (43%) of middle-income households in Collier County have at least one housing problem (5,204 households). One racial group has a disproportionate need – of the 30 middle- income Pacific Islander households, all have one or more housing needs. Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 5,204 6,829 0 White 3,970 5,085 0 Black / African American 225 315 0 Asian 35 65 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 4 19 0 Pacific Islander 30 0 0 Hispanic 940 1,345 0 Table 16 - Disproportionally Greater Need 80 - 100% AMI Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 1 *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% 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1310 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 38 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Discussion Overall, CHAS data regarding housing problems by income level and race/ethnicity show that need is more common at low incomes – 79% of extremely low and 77% of low income households face one or more housing problems. At moderate incomes, that rate falls to 62%, and at middle incomes, to 43%. Six groups experience a disproportionately greater incidence of housing needs than the county as a whole. They include low income (30-50% AMI) African American households (of whom 88% face a housing problem), Asian households (91%), and American Indian/Alaska Native households (100%), compared to 77% of the jurisdiction as a whole. At moderate incomes (50 -80% AMI), Asian and American Indians/Alaska Natives face a disproportionate need (85% and 100%, respectively, compared to 62% for the jurisdiction as a whole. Finally, at middle incomes, 100% of Pacific Islander households face needs, well above the countywide rate of 43%. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1311 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 39 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) Assess 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 This section examines severe housing needs by income level and householder race and ethnicity. Like in the preceding analysis, this section uses HUD’s definition of disproportionately greater need, which occurs when members of a racial or ethnic group at a given income level experience housing problems at a greater rate (10 percentage points or more) than the income level as a whole. Tables 17 through 20 identify the number of households experiencing one or more of the severe housing problems include: (1) severe cost burden (paying more than 50% of income for housing and utilities); (2) severe overcrowding (more than 1.5 persons per room); (3) lacking complete kitchen facilities; and (4) lacking complete plumbing facilities. Income classification include extremely low income (under 30% of Area Median Income); low income (30-50% AMI); moderate income (50-80% AMI); and middle income (80-100% AMI). 0%-30% of Area Median Income At extremely low incomes, 72% of households in Collier County experience a severe housing problem (8,570 households). About two-thirds of Whites have a severe housing need (68%), as do 77% of African Americans and 79% of Hispanics. Asian households face severe housing problems at a disproportionately greater rate (87% or 65 households). Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 8,570 1,799 1,589 White 5,035 1,185 1,230 Black / African American 1,050 160 145 Asian 65 10 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 15 4 4 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 2,405 440 210 Table 17 – Severe Housing Problems 0 - 30% AMI Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 2 *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% 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1312 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 40 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 30%-50% of Area Median Income At low incomes (30-50% AMI), half of all Collier County households have a severe housing problem (49% or 6,290 households). Whites, Hispanics, and African Americans face severe housing problems at rates relatively close to that of the county (48% to 55%). American Indians/ Alaska Natives have a disproportionately high rate of severe housing needs – 100% of the 35 households have one or more severe housing needs. Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 6,209 6,474 0 White 3,795 4,055 0 Black / African American 605 495 0 Asian 14 29 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 35 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 1,760 1,895 0 Table 18 – Severe Housing Problems 30 - 50% AMI Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 2 *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 About one-quarter (27%) of moderate income households have one or more severe housing needs (5,480 households). At this income level, two racial/ethnic groups have disproportionately high rates of severe housing needs: African Americans (39% or 415 households) and Asians (44% or 120 households). 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1313 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 41 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 5,480 14,550 0 White 3,635 11,030 0 Black / African American 415 660 0 Asian 120 150 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 10 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 1,310 2,700 0 Table 19 – Severe Housing Problems 50 - 80% AMI Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 2 *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 At middle incomes, one-fifth of households have a severe housing problem (20% or 2,370 households). Two groups have a disproportionately high rate of severe housing needs: Asians (30% or 30 households) and Pacific Islanders (100% or 30 households). Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 2,370 9,680 0 White 1,755 7,300 0 Black / African American 35 505 0 Asian 30 70 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 35 0 Pacific Islander 30 0 0 Hispanic 520 1,770 0 Table 20 – Severe Housing Problems 80 - 100% AMI Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 2 *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% 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1314 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 42 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Discussion Overall, severe housing problems are most acute at lower income levels. Nearly three-quarters (72%) of Collier County households with incomes below 30% AMI face a severe need, as do 49% in the 30-50% AMI income range. As incomes increase, rates of severe housing problems lessen, dropping to 27% at the 50-80% AMI income level and 20% at the 80-100% AMI level. Asian households face disproportionately high rate of severe housing needs at three income levels: extremely low, moderate, and middle incomes. Three other racial/ethnic groups are disproportionately affected by severe housing needs, including low income American Indians/ Alaska Natives, moderate income African Americans, and middle income Pacific Islanders. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1315 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 43 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens – 91.205 (b)(2) Assess 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: While the preceding sections assessed all housing and severe housing problems by race and ethnicity, Table 21 focuses only on what share of their income households spend on housing. Data is broken down into groups spending less than 30% of income on housing costs, those paying between 30 and 50% (i.e., with a cost burden), and those paying over 50% (i.e., with a severe cost burden). The final column, “no/negative income,” identifies households without an income, from whom cost of housing as a share of income was not calculated. Note that no more than three percent of households in any racial or ethnic group has no or negative income. Housing Cost Burden Housing Cost Burden <=30% 30-50% >50% No / negative income (not computed) Jurisdiction as a whole 70,530 24,859 23,190 1,729 White 59,995 18,370 17,030 1,265 Black / African American 1,830 1,495 1,455 145 Asian 505 200 245 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 135 14 50 4 Pacific Islander 30 0 0 0 Hispanic 8,035 4,780 4,410 315 Table 21 – Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens AMI Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Table 9 Discussion: As Table 21 shows, 21% of households in Collier County spend between 30 and 50% of their income on housing costs. African American and Latino households are more likely to spend within this range when compared to the jurisdiction overall (30% and 27%, resp ectively). No racial or ethnic group is disproportionately likely to fall within this category. Countywide, 19% of households spend over 50% of their income on housing costs. Rates of severe cost burdening by race and ethnicity range from 18% for Whites t o 30% for African Americans, not including Pacific Islander households, of whom zero face severe cost burdens. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1316 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 44 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) African Americans are the only group to face a disproportionately high rate of severe cost burdening (30% versus 19% for the jurisdiction as a wh ole). Combining the 30-50% and over 50% cost ranges shows that there is a total of 48,049 cost burdened households in Collier County, which constitutes 40% of the county’s total households. By race and ethnicity, rates of cost burdening range from 32% for American Indians/Alaska Natives to 60% for African Americans. Two groups are disproportionately likely to be cost burdened: African Americans (60% or 2,950 households) and Hispanics (52% or 9,190 households). 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1317 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 45 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion – 91.205(b)(2) Are there any Income categories in which a racial o r ethnic group has disproportionately greater need than the needs of that income category as a whole? Tables 13 through 21 identify several instances of disproportionately greater need, which are summarized below: Of the nine income and need categories examined, Asian households are disproportionately affected by housing needs in five of them. They are disproportionately likely to face a housing need at the 30-50% AMI and the 50-80% AMI income levels. They are disproportionately likely to face a severe housing need at the 0-30% AMI, 50-80% AMI, and 80-100% AMI income levels. African American households face disproportionate rates of housing problems in three instances: housing cost burdens at the 30-50% AMI income level, severe cost burdens at the 50-80% AMI income level, and cost burdens/severe cost burdens regardless of income. American Indian/Alaska Native households with incomes from 30 to 50% AMI and from 50 to 80% AMI are disproportionately likely to face a housing need; households in the former income category are also disproportionately likely to face a severe housing need. Pacific Islander households have a disproportionate rate of housing needs and severe housing needs at middle incomes (80 to 100% AMI). Looking at all households regardless of income, Latino households are disproportionately likely to spend more than 30% of their income on housing costs. Over one-half (52%) of Hispanic households pay over 30%, compared to 40% of all households jurisdiction-wide. If they have needs not identified above, what are those needs? Stakeholder input shows that, in addition to housing needs, low and moderate income households are also more likely to face difficulties affording transportation and childcare costs. For low incomes households without a car, transit access and hours may impact their ability to obtain and keep employment. Additionally, low and moderate income disabled persons may face difficultly affording paratransit service. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1318 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 46 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Are any of those racial or ethnic groups located in specific areas or neighborhoods in your community? According to the 2010 Census, Collier County’s minority population (including African American, Latino, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native American/Alaska Native residents) is most heavily concentrated in five census tracts in the Immokalee area, where minority residents constitute over 90% of the population. The majority of the residents in these tracts are Latino, and the second largest share are African American. Six other tracts have minority population shares above 50%. They include four tracts in Golden Gate, one in Naples Manor, and one in Naples near the Gordon River Apartments. In the census tract that includes the Gordon River Apartments, the majority of residents are African American; in the remaining tracts, Latinos make up the largest share. The map on the following page identifies minority population by census tract for Collier County. It also shows racially and ethnically concentrated areas of poverty (RCAP/ECAPs). HUD defines RCAP/ECAPs as areas with minority population shares above 50% and poverty rates over 40%. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1319 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 47 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1320 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 48 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) NA-35 Public Housing – 91.205(b) Introduction The Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) is an independent authority es tablished under state law and is separate from the general control of the County. The mission of the CCHA is to offer a choice of decent safe and diverse affordable housing, with opportunity for low- income households to achieve economic independence in living environments free from d iscrimination. The Authority fulfills this mission by offering a variety of subsidized housing options to low-income residents of Collier County. These options include 641 units of farmworker housing funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the administration of 466 Housing Choice Vouchers, and management of 30 units of senior housing in Immokalee. Unlike most public housing authorities, the CCHA has no HUD-funded public housing units. In CCHA’s 2014-2019 Five Year PHA Plan, the organization describes these six goals: 1. Expand the Supply of Assisted Housing 2. Improve the Quality of Assisted Housing 3. Increase Assisted Housing Choices 4. Provide an Improved Living Environment 5. Promote Self Sufficiency and Personal Development of Assisted Households 6. Ensure Equal Opportunity and Affirmatively Further Fair Housing Totals in Use Program Type Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * # of units vouchers in use 0 0 0 440 0 438 1 1 0 Table 22 - Public Housing by Program Type *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1321 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 49 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Characteristics of Residents Program Type Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Average Annual Income 0 0 0 12,798 0 12,791 17,509 11,088 Average length of stay 0 0 0 6 0 6 1 8 Average Household size 0 0 0 2 0 2 3 1 # Homeless at admission 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 # of Elderly Program Participants (>62) 0 0 0 161 0 160 0 1 # of Disabled Families 0 0 0 105 0 104 1 0 # of Families requesting accessibility features 0 0 0 N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A # of HIV/AIDS program participants 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 # of DV victims 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Table 23 – Characteristics of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1322 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 50 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Race of Residents Program Type Race Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * White 0 0 0 276 0 274 1 1 0 Black/African American 0 0 0 162 0 162 0 0 0 Asian 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 American Indian/Alaska Native 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Other 0 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 Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) Ethnicity of Residents Program Type Ethnicity Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * Hispanic 0 0 0 176 0 176 0 0 0 Not Hispanic 0 0 0 264 0 262 1 1 0 *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 Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1323 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 51 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Section 504 Needs Assessment: Describe the needs of public housing tenants and applicants on the waiting list for accessible units: Of the CCHA’s 440 Housing Choice Voucher holders, 105 (24%) were disabled and 161 (37%) were over the age of 62 according to the HUD PIC data displayed in the tables above. These resident characteristics indicate a significant need for accessible housing units. When interviewed for input related to this plan, CCHA staff underscored this need, characterizing the existing housing stock in the County as having very few accessible units. Another need of people with disabilities who may be CCHA residents or on the waiting list is transportation. Enhanced paratransit and regular bus service would assist these residents in being better able to access services. Most immediate needs of residents of Public Housing and Housing Choice voucher holders The most immediate needs of CCHA’s clients are for more affordable housing options, transportation, and childcare. Despite the Housing Choice Vouchers and farmworker housing available through CCHA, there are approximately 1,000 applicants on the voucher waiting list and the list is closed. Rents in the private market are increasing and vouchers cannot keep pace, causing even those with vouchers to have difficulty finding affordable housing. Transportation, both paratransit and regular bus service is an additional need. Rout es and hours are limited, making it difficult for voucher holders to access or maintain employment. There are a few programs in the area that provide assistance with the cost of childcare, which is necessary for parents of young children who need to work or look for work. These existing programs work well, but cannot meet the high level of need. How do these needs compare to the housing needs of the population at large The needs of public housing residents and housing choice voucher holders are largely consistent with the needs of the low- and moderate-income population at large. In the general population, tenants are concerned about the quality and affordability of their existing housing. Without the housing subsidies and other supports provided by CCHA, so me of the affordability issues faced by the general population are even more acute. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1324 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 52 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment – 91.205(c) This section provides an assessment of Collier County’s homeless population and their needs. Data is provided by the Hunger and Homeless Coalition’s 2014 and 2015 Point in Time Counts (PITC) of sheltered and unsheltered homeless persons in Collier County. 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 individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth): The Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition conducts an annual Point -in-Time Count of homeless persons in Collier County in January of each year. The most recent count for which data is available was conducted overnight from January 29 to January 30, 2015. Volunteers for the count included members of the civic and business community, homeless and formerly homeless individuals, and CoC member agency staff. Volunteers attended a training session the week prior to the count. The table that follows provides the results of the Hunger and Homeless Coalition’s 2014 and 2015 Point-in-Time Counts. As shown, there were 389 homeless persons counted in 2015, up from 261 persons in 2014. The majority were in emergency shelters (211 persons or 54%) or transitional housing (134 persons or 34%). Forty-four people (11%) were unsheltered. In 2015, chronically homeless individuals made up 8% of the homeless count (32 individuals). Veterans constituted only 1% (5 persons), down from 6% (23 persons) in 2014. As of 2015, the largest share of homeless persons were either persons with chronic substance abuse issues (31%), adults with disabilities (26%), and/or victims of domestic violence (23%). These numbers echo stakeholder input, which indicated a need for housing with supportive services for both persons with disabilities and persons with substance abuse issues. Youth made up a significant share of Collier County’s homeless population – 29% in 2015. The majority of homeless youth were in families (63 children or 16% of the total homeless population); the remaining 49 were either unaccompanied youth or members of youth-parented households. In addition to the Point-in-Time Counts, homeless youth are also counted by the public schools’ liaison for homeless education, who reported serving 592 homeless students from the start of the school year through January 29, 2015. In addition to children who met HUD’s definition of homeless, this count also includes children in families doubling -up with another household, unaccompanied youth staying with friends or family, and children awaiting foster care placement. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1325 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 53 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Nature and Extent of Homelessness 2014 Point-in-Time Count 2015 Point-in-Time Count Number Share of Total Number Share of Total Total 361 100% 389 100% Homeless Status Emergency Shelter 198 55% 211 54% Transitional Housing 128 35% 134 34% Unsheltered 35 10% 44 11% Subpopulations Veterans 23 6% 5 1% Adults with Disabilities 103 29% 103 26% Chronically Homeless 32 9% 32 8% Serious Mental Illness 25 7% 33 8% Chronic Substance Abuse 159 44% 121 31% HIV/AIDS 0 0% 3 1% Victims of Domestic Violence 77 21% 90 23% Children and Youth Children in Families 63 16% Unaccompanied Youth 31 8% Under age 18 4 1% Age 18 to 24 27 7% Parenting Youth 18 5% Under age 18 1 0% Age 18 to 24 7 2% Children with parenting youth 10 3% Table 26 – Collier County Point-in-Time Homeless Counts Data Source: Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition, 2015 Point-in-Time Count of Homeless in Collier County and 2014 Point-in- Time Count Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance for families with children and the families of veterans. While the Point-in-Time Counts did not include the number of families with children in need of housing assistance, the 2015 count did record the number of children living in homeless families. Roughly one-in-six homeless people in Collier County were children living in families, indicating a significant need for housing assistance for homeless families and youth. Also, about one -quarter (23%) of Collier County’s homeless population were victims of domestic violence, which may include families consisting of women and their children. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1326 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 54 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Veteran homelessness fell from 23 in 2014 to 5 in 2015. Overall, veterans made up a very small share of Collier County’s homeless population as of 2015 at only 1%. Describe the Nature and Extent of Homelessness by Racial and Ethnic Group. The Point-in-Time Counts for Collier County prepared by the Hunger and Homeless Coalition did not include data regarding the race and ethnicity of persons included in the homeless count. Describe the Nature and Extent of Unsheltered and Sheltered Homelessness. As of the 2015 count, the large majority of Collier County’s homeless population was sheltered (88%), with 11% unsheltered. Of the sheltered population, most (61%) were in an emergency shelter. This breakdown is roughly unchanged from 2014. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1327 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 55 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) NA-45 Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.205 (b,d) Introduction: This section will discuss the characteristics and needs of persons in various su bpopulations of Collier County who are not homeless but may require supportive services, including the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities (mental, physical, developmental) persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, persons with alcohol or drug addiction, victims of domestic violence, and persons with a criminal record and their families. Describe the characteristics of special needs populations in your community: According to the 2014 ACS 5- year estimates, 74,235 (23.1%) Collier County residents were elderly (60+), and 46,430 (14.4%) residents were frail elderly (75+), with 37.5%, or over one-third of the County’s population being elderly or frail elderly. There were 37,892 (11.4%) persons with disabilities in Collier County, 24.5 %, approximately a quarter, of which are elderly residents. HIV/AIDS diagnosis have been high for the state of Florida and minority populations have proven especially vulnerable, with Florida having the 3rd highest rate of Blacks diagnosed and the 4th highest rate for Latinos nationally. The AIDS Network reports that in 2007 there were 1,357 cases of HIV/AIDS in Collier County with 60% of those diagnosed being racial and ethnic minorities and 55% of the diagnosed residing in Naples and 45% residing in Immokalee. According to the National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention in 2015, there were 860 HIV/AID cases in Collier County and a prevalence rate of 309. An annual survey sponsored by the U.S. Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) provides the primary source of information on the use of illicit drugs and alcohol among non-institutionalized persons aged 12 years old or older.1 In 2011, an estimated 20.6 million persons in the U.S. were classified with substance dependence or abuse in the past year (8.0 percent of the population aged 12 or older). Of these, 2.6 million were classified with dependence or abuse of both alcohol and illicit drugs, 3.9 million had dependence or abuse of illicit drugs but not alcohol, and 14.1 million had dependence or abuse of alcohol but not illicit drugs. In 2011, the rate of substance dependence or abuse for persons aged 12 or older in the South was 7.0 percent. 1 Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Results from the 2011 National Survey on Drug Use and Health: Summary of National Findings, NSDUH Series H-44, HHS Publication No. (SMA) 12-4713. Rockville, MD: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, 2012. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1328 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 56 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) The 2013 Florida Behavioral Risk Factor Surveillance System indicates that Collier County adu lts have a higher rate of heavy or binge drinking (18.1%) compared to the state average (17.6%). Data from Collier County Medical Examiner’s Office suggests that adult prescription drug misuse is an issue in the County. In 2013, the Collier County Medical Examiner’s Office identified 42 overdose deaths, 40 (95%) of which had prescription or illegal drugs and/or alcohol in their system. Of the 40 substance-related deaths, over half (57%) were between the ages of 30-59, 97% were Caucasian, and 60 % were males. Additionally, 90% of cases involved prescription drugs, while 22% involved a combination of both prescription drugs and alcohol. According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office in 2006, there were 1,822 reported cases of domestic violence in the County. Persons with a criminal background and their families also have been identified as a special needs subpopulation in Collier County in terms of requiring assistive services for housing, employment, and other social services. Arrest record data from the County and Drug Free Collier indicates more than 1,340 arrests for drug related offenses in the past two years. What are the housing and supportive service needs of these populations and how are these needs determined? The primary housing and supportive needs of these subpopulations (the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, persons with alco hol or drug addiction, victims of domestic violence, and persons with a criminal record and their families) were determined by input from both service providers and the public through the survey, public meetings, and stakeholder interviews. These needs include affordable, safe housing opportunities in areas with access to transportation and paratransit, commercial and job centers, and social services including counseling, case management, and subsidies for childcare, and for education regarding fair housing rights and actions that can be taken in the event those rights are violated. Persons with disabilities often require accessible features and ground floor housing units and use of supportive/therapeutic animals. Victims of domestic violence need safe housing, removal of barriers to relocation, and protection from perpetrators. Persons with criminal records and their families may be disqualified from public housing or Section 8 rental assistance, and accordingly, assistance with housing for low-income members of this subpopulation must be provided by other nongovernmental organizations. Interviews with stakeholders and residents indicated that residents with alcohol and substance abuse histories, as well as, victims of domestic violence may have criminal records. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1329 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 57 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs – 91.215 (f) Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Facilities: The top needs for public facilities in Collier County are community centers, health care facilities, and public safety stations/offices. In the course of the engagement with residents and stakeholders relative to this plan, many described a need for more opportunities for social interaction for seniors and activities for youth and children. Presumably, community centers and similar facilities would be necessary in order to provide these types of services. The lack of affordable, accessible healthcare services was also frequently mentioned. Many physicians, doctors, and other health providers serving the county are said to offer concierge-based services in which patients pay premium fees in order to receive a higher level of service and access to their providers. These concierge-based practices do not typically accept Medicare or Medicaid patients. As a result, many low- and moderate-income residents expressed a need for healthcare facilities providing services at lower cost. Public safety facilities, such as fire, police or emergency management facilities were also described by residents as significant public facility needs. How were these needs determined? In the public survey conducted as part of this plan development process, respondents were asked to rank public facility needs in the County as high, moderate, or low need. The top three needs ranked as high need were community centers (ranked high by 57.3% of respondents), health care facilities (48.2%), and public safety officers (46.3%). Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Improvements: Demolition or redevelopment of blighted properties was seen by Collier County residents as a n important need. Additionally, the Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) has undertaken several subarea studies of bicycle and pedestrian mobility in communities throughout the County. Though only a few individual communities have been studied to date, the MPO reports have indicated significant needs for sidewalks, bike lanes, and pedestrian safety improvements. For example, in Naples Manor, the MPO report graded the community with an overall level of service of D. Of 31 streets in the community, only one had sidewalks on both sides of the road. The proximity of Lely High School and Parkside Elementary School to the area heighten the need for public improvements. Improved street lighting and the addition of street furniture, such as benches and signs, was often a frequent recommendation as well. Similar findings were contained in a separate MPO report on the Immokalee area. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1330 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 58 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) How were these needs determined? Over 35% of respondents to the public survey rated demolition or redevelopment of blighted properties as a high need. Another 42% of respondents rated this a moderate need. Needs for sidewalk, street lighting, and street furniture were determined based on a review of prior studies conducted by the Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization. County staff in the Growth Management Department confirmed these as needs. Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Services: One-half or more of survey respondents identified the following public services as high needs: medical and dental services, senior services, youth services, housing counseling, and employment training. In addition to these, a need for a great variety of other public services has been articulated by residents and stakeholders throughout the county who participated in interviews, public meetings, or focus groups with the planning team. These include the following: Legal assistance Fair housing education & enforcement Supportive services for housing stability Memory care for people with dementia Transportation assistance Accessible transportation for people with disabilities Substance abuse counseling Financial literacy English language classes (ESL) Childcare subsidies Child abuse prevention Domestic violence prevention Food banks and community meals How were these needs determined? These public service needs were determined through analysis of public survey responses, through numerous consultations with key community stakeholders, and public comments at meetings and focus groups. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1331 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 59 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Housing Market Analysis MA-05 Overview Housing Market Analysis Overview: While housing choices can be fundamentally limited by household income and purchasing power, the lack of affordable housing can be a significant hardship for low-income households preventing them from meeting their other basic needs. Stakeholders and residents reported housing affordability for low-income and moderate-income to be an issue throughout the County with areas of East Naples being in need of increased affordability housing opportunities. According to 2010-2014 ACS estimates housing costs have increased for both owners and renters in the past twelve years. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1332 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 60 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) MA-10 Number of Housing Units – 91.210(a)&(b)(2) Introduction This section explores the number and types of housing units in Collier County and whether or not the number of available units is sufficient to meet housing demand for the County. All residential properties by number of units Property Type Number % 1-unit detached structure 81,292 41% 1-unit, attached structure 10,565 5% 2-4 units 21,186 11% 5-19 units 40,898 20% 20 or more units 35,169 18% Mobile Home, boat, RV, van, etc 10,708 5% Total 199,818 100% Table 27 – Residential Properties by Unit Number Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS Unit Size by Tenure Owners Renters Number % Number % No bedroom 144 0% 989 3% 1 bedroom 1,717 2% 5,007 15% 2 bedrooms 30,897 34% 16,254 47% 3 or more bedrooms 59,300 64% 12,023 35% Total 92,058 100% 34,273 100% Table 28 – Unit Size by Tenure Data Source: 2010-2014144 ACS Describe the number and targeting of Units (income and type of family served) of units assisted with federal, state and local programs. Eligible clients currently assisted under CDBG and HOME Programs by the County’s local non - profit agencies must have an annual income that does not exceed 80% of median income. Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from affordable housing inventory for any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts. Collier County does not anticipate losing any affordable housing units from the public housing inventory during this Consolidated Plan period. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1333 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 61 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Does the availability of housing units meet the needs of the population? While the County has a large housing supply of nearly 200,000 units, there is a significant disconnect between the supply of the housing units and the location, price, and quality of the housing units. Many of the housing units in Immokalee, and the mobile home units are reported by residents to be of poor or substandard quality. Describe the need for specific types of housing The County has a specific need for housing units suitable to large r families. Large related households, which are defined as households consisting of 5 or more persons, h ave a greater percentage of housing need than any other household type. In order to achieve affordability extended families may reside together. The high price and limited supply of larger housing units force many families to either live in overcrowded, smaller units or overpriced, larger homes. Additionally, senior and disabled housing is needed in Collier County as the aging of the population creates an increasing need for housing that is accessible for occupants as well as visitors. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1334 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 62 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a) Introduction This section describes housing cost and affordability in Collier County. The median home value in Collier County as increased by 73% in the past 12 years. Rent has increased by 33% in the same time period. Cost of Housing Base Year: 2000 Most Recent Year: 2014 % Change Median Home Value $149,000 $258,400 73% Median Contract Rent $669 $889 33% Table 29 – Cost of Housing Data Source: 2000 Census (Base Year), 2010-2014 ACS (Most Recent Year) Contract Rent Number % Less than $500 2,883 8% $500-999 17,102 50% $1,000-1,499 7,132 21% $1,500-1,999 2,463 7% $2,000 or more 2,054 6% No cash rent 2,639 8% Total 34,273 100% Table 30 – Contract Rent Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS Housing Affordability % Units affordable to Households earning Renter Owner 30% HAMFI 4,250 No Data 50% HAMFI 3,905 14,260 80% HAMFI 17,195 15,590 100% HAMFI No Data 9,440 Total 25,350 39,290 Table 31 – Housing Affordability Data Source: 2008-2012 CHAS Tables 17A, 17B, 18A, 18B, and 18C 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1335 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 63 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Monthly Rent Monthly Rent ($) Efficiency (no bedroom) 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom Fair Market Rent 691 795 990 1,293 1,592 High HOME Rent 691 795 990 1,196 1,315 Low HOME Rent 637 683 820 946 1,056 Table 32 – Monthly Rent Data Source: 2015 HUD FMR and HOME Rents Is there sufficient housing for households at all income levels? Housing affordability is reported as a key issue in Collier County. Many residents in the workforce including teachers, police officers, nurses, social workers, etc. reported living in nearby counties due to lack of affordable housing. Low-income and moderate-income residents reported doubling up. Over 40% of respondents to the Collier County Community Survey reported exceeding the HUD guideline of 30% on housing costs. How is the affordability of housing expected to change considering changes to home values and/or rents? Many variables influence the demand for affordable housing units such as emerging demographic trends, the incidence of overcrowding, and housing costs. The population growth in Collier County, coupled with an aging population that is likely to be on a fixed- income, also translates into strong demand for new affordable housing units, is expected to increase. Rent Comparison The Out of Reach (further cited in the Analysis to Impediments to Fair Housing) report indicates a minimum wage worker must exceed a 40-hour work week to afford the current FMR for a one, two, or three-bedroom apartment. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1336 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 64 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) MA-20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing – 91.210(a) Introduction: This section examines the condition of housing in Collier County including the presence of 1 of 4 housing conditions: 1) lacks complete plumbing facilities, (2) lacks complete kitchen facilities, (3) more than one person per room, and (4) cost burden greater than 30%. This section also examines the age of housing stock and the risk of lead based paint. According to 2010-2014 ACS estimates, 32% of owner occupied units and 49% of renter occupied units have at least one housing condition. Definitions Collier County’s standard condition must meet HUD’s Housing Quality Standards (HQS) inspection. The County’s definition for substandard condition is a unit which is in poor condition and is both structurally and financially feasible to rehabilitate. Condition of Units Condition of Units Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % With one selected Condition 29,485 32% 16,880 49% With two selected Conditions 917 1% 2,174 6% With three selected Conditions 89 0% 19 0% With four selected Conditions 0 0% 0 0% No selected Conditions 61,567 67% 15,200 44% Total 92,058 100% 34,273 100% Table 33 - Condition of Units Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS Table B25123 Year Unit Built Year Unit Built Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % 2000 or later 25,498 28% 8,346 24% 1980-1999 48,197 52% 17,528 51% 1950-1979 17,633 19% 8,054 24% Before 1950 730 1% 345 1% Total 92,058 100% 34,273 100% Table 34 – Year Unit Built Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1337 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 65 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 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 18,363 20% 8,399 25% Housing Units build before 1980 with children under 6 present 1,469 2% 1,805 6% Table 35 – Risk of Lead-Based Paint Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS (Total Units) 2008-2012 CHAS Table 13 (Units with Children present) Vacant Units Suitable for Rehabilitation Not Suitable for Rehabilitation Total Vacant Units Abandoned Vacant Units REO Properties Abandoned REO Properties Table 36 - Vacant Units Need for Owner and Rental Rehabilitation The age of the housing stock in Collier County has a significant impact on the housing conditions in the area. Much of the housing stock in Collier County has aged, as evidenced by 19% of owner- occupied housing units and 24% of rental housing units built between 1950 and 1979. As housing ages, maintenance costs increase and can present significant costs for low- and moderate- income homeowners. In addition, older units often need rehabilitation to bring housing up to current code, reduce lead-based paint hazards, and meet current ADA requirements. Estimated Number of Housing Units Occupied by Low or Moderate Income Families with LBP Hazards Exposure to lead-based paint represents one of the most significant environmental threats from a housing perspective. Housing conditions can significantly affect public health, and exposure to lead may cause a range of health problems for adults and children. The major source of lead exposure comes from lead-contaminated dust found in deteriorating buildings, including residential properties built before 1978 that contain lead-based paint. Unfortunately, measuring the exact number of housing units with lead-based paint hazards is difficult. However, risk factors for exposure to lead include housing old enough to have been initially painted with lead-based paint (i.e., pre-1978), households that include young children, and households in poverty. Table 35 identifies the total number of housing units built before 1980, and the total number of renter and owner units built before 1980 that house children under 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1338 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 66 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) age 6. As shown, this includes 1,469 owner-occupied units (or 2% of total owner-occupied housing) and 1,805 renter-occupied units (or 6% of total renter-occupied housing) with two risk factors for exposure to lead-based paint. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1339 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 67 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing – 91.210(b) Introduction This section provides a summary of the public and assisted housing available throughout Collier County. While the HUD-required portion of this section focuses on Public Housing and Housing Choice Vouchers (of which, only vouchers are applicable in Collier County), other types of subsidized/assisted housing, particularly USDA Farmworker Housing and Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) units, are important components of the County's affordable housing stock. The following tables will summarize information only on the number of HUD-funded Housing Choice Vouchers available in the jurisdiction. Totals Number of Units Program Type Certificate Mod-Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project -based Tenant -based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * # of units vouchers available 457 0 0 0 # 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 Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) Describe the supply of public housing developments: Public housing options in Collier County include 641 units of farmworker housing funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), 466 Housing Choice Vouchers, and 30 units of senior housing in Immokalee, all managed by the Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA). The CCHA has observed a decreased need for farmworker housing and a portion of that stock (276 units) has been converted to more generally-available low-income housing. The USDA-funded public housing is primarily in duplex form and is concentrated in Immokalee. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1340 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 68 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) HUD’s LIHTC Database lists 5,103 income-restricted tax credit units in Collier County, 4,511 of them in Naples and the balance in Immokalee. Though the LIHTC Database is current only through 2013, it shows no new LIHTC units placed in service since 2009. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1341 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 69 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Public Housing Condition Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) Inventory Project Name City Total Units Low Income Units Year Placed in Service Garden Lake Of Immokalee Immokalee 65 65 -- Immokalee Rrh Immokalee 41 41 -- Sanders Pines Immokalee 40 40 1992 Oakhaven Apts (Highland) Immokalee 160 160 1993 Summer Glen Immokalee 45 45 1993 Windsong Club Naples 120 120 1993 Cypress Point Naples 78 78 1994 Laurel Ridge Naples 78 78 1994 Bear Creek - Naples Naples 120 120 1995 100 Ospreys Lndg Naples 176 176 1995 Jasmine Cay Naples 72 72 1995 Timber Ridge Of Immokalee Immokalee 34 34 1996 Saxon Manor Isles Apts Naples 128 127 1997 Villas Of Capri Naples 235 235 1997 Turtle Creek Apts Naples 269 268 1997 Meadow Lakes, Phase I Naples 128 128 1997 Heron Park Naples 248 248 1998 College Park Naples 210 210 1999 Saxon Manor Isles Apts, Phase II Naples 124 124 1999 Meadow Lakes, Phase II Naples 124 124 1999 Saddlebrook Village Naples 140 140 2000 Whistler's Cove Naples 240 237 2000 Whistler's Green Naples 168 168 2000 Wild Pines Of Naples, Phase II Naples 104 104 2001 Brittany Bay Naples 182 182 2002 Heritage Naples 320 320 2002 Summer Lakes Naples 140 140 2004 Tuscan Isle Naples 298 298 2004 Brittany Bay, Phase II Naples 208 206 2003 Noah's Landing Naples 264 262 2003 George Washington Carver Naples 70 70 2006 Immokalee Senior, Phase I Immokalee 30 30 2007 Summer Lakes, Phase II Naples 276 276 2007 Bromelia Place Immokalee 30 30 2007 Crestview Park Immokalee 208 2008 Crestview Park, Phase II Immokalee 96 96 2008 Eden Gardens Immokalee 51 51 2009 Table 38 – LIHTC Properties 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1342 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 70 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 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: HUD's Real Estate Assessment Center conducts physical inspections of properties that are owned, insured or subsidized by HUD, including public housing and multifamily assisted housing. However, because the public housing units in Collier County are funded by USDA and not HUD, they are neither inspected by the Real Estate Assessment Center nor are they covered by a Public Housing Agency Plan. This makes it difficult to objectively assess the physical condition of the public housing units in the County. Because Housing Choice Vouchers are tenant -based, the properties at which the vouchers are used vary significantly in physical condition. Public Housing Condition Public Housing Development Average Inspection Score n/a n/a Table 39 - Public Housing Condition Describe the restoration and revitalization needs of public housing units in the jurisdiction: The CCHA has received a $9.25 million grant from USDA to fund renovation of 315 of its farmworker housing units. The 18-month renovation program is expected to be completed in 2017. In addition, CCHA adheres to a routine maintenance program for its farmworker and other physical housing units and conducts regular maintenance as needed. Describe the public housing agency's strategy for improving the living environment of low - and moderate-income families residing in public housing: The housing authority collaborates with partners to ensure services are offered to its residents that improve their living environment. For example, the Florida Housing Coalition administers the SHIP (State Housing Initiatives Partnership) Program which provides homeownership opportunities for income-qualified beneficiaries. CCHA also has a history of partnering with Goodwill Industries and Collier County Adult Education Services. These partnerships have resulted in several public housing residents graduating from the family self -sufficiency program and no longer relying upon public housing assistance. Additionally, the CCHA will employ the following strategies to address the housing needs of Collier County families: Assist as many extremely low-income, very low-income, and low-income individuals and households as possible with the federal resources that have been awarded to CCHA. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1343 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 71 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Increase the number of affordable housing units by applying for additional Section 8 vouchers should they become available. Leveraging affordable housing resources in the community through the creation of mixed - financed housing. Pursuing housing resources other than Section 8 tenant-based assistance. Target available assistance to families at or below 30% of AMI, homeless, and the elderly by continuing to do outreach to community partners that serve the low -income, homeless, and the elderly. Maintain or increase Section 8 lease-up rates by marketing the program to owners, particularly those outside of areas of minority and poverty concentration. Participate in the Consolidated Plan development process to ensure coordination with broader community strategies. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1344 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 72 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services – 91.210(c) Introduction This section provides an overview of homeless facilities and services available in Collier County. Three organizations in the County are dedicated to providing shelter for homeless persons, including Youth Haven, the Shelter for Abused Women and Children, and St . Matthews House. Each is described in more detail below. Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households Emergency Shelter Beds Transitional Housing Beds Permanent Supportive Housing Beds Year Round Beds (Current & New) Voucher / Seasonal / Overflow Beds Current & New Current & New Under Development Households with Adult(s) and Child(ren) 86 48 Households with Only Adults 118 209 Chronically Homeless Households Veterans Unaccompanied Youth 23 18 Table 40 - Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1345 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 73 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Describe mainstream services, such as health, mental health, and employment services to the extent those services are use to complement services targeted to homeless persons Under its previous Consolidated Plan, Collier County provided funds for several projects designed to strengthen the housing-services link, including the use of CDBG funding for Youth Haven shelter facility improvements, services and facility improvements at the Shelter for Abused Women and Children, building acquisition and rehabilitation for housing for persons with disabilities by Community Assistance and Supportive Living, and computer kiosks at various David Lawrence Center locations. Additionally, through the State of Florida Department of Children and Families, Collier County received a grant to support its Forensic Intensive Reintegration Support Team (FIRST), which works with persons with mental illnesses re-entering the community from jail. The County also assists in providing legal services to victims of domestic abuse, sexual assault, and child abuse (many of whom may be homeless or at-risk of homelessness) through Legal Aid. Collier County encourages dialogue and collaboration between housing and service agencies through the Collier County Hunger & Homeless Coalition, which serves as the lead agency for the County’s Continuum of Care. The Hunger & Homeless Coalition holds regular meetings in Naples, and members include more than 60 public and private agencies within the region. 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. Three organizations in Collier County are dedicated to providing shelter and services for homeless persons. Youth Haven is a 24-hour residential shelter for children removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. In addition to a 23-bed emergency shelter, Youth Haven offers a child and family counseling center, in-home parenting classes, case management, and a teen drop-in center with showers, laundry facilities, and meals. Typical length of stays range from 45 to 60 days until children are placed in foster care or with a relative. The Shelter for Abused Women and Children in Naples is the only domestic violence center in Naples. It includes emergency shelter (where stays average 29 days) and a transitional housing program (where residents can live for up to 2 years). Other services include a confidential hotline, safety planning, counseling and support groups in English and Spanish, court advocacy and assistance with daily needs such as food, clothing, toiletries, and household items. St. Matthew’s House operates several facilities in Collier County, including emergency and transitional housing in Naples, an emergency shelter in Immokalee (Immokalee Friendship House), and transitional supportive apartments for persons with substance abuse or mental 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1346 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 74 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) health needs. Other services include a food pantry, thrift store, counseling and case management, and access to referrals for medical, mental health, and substance abuse needs through partnerships with other organizations in Collier County. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1347 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 75 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services – 91.210(d) Introduction This section describes the housing and social service needs of Collier County’s special populations including the elderly, frail elderly, domestic violence victims, residents with diagnosis of HIV/AIDS, and residents with substance abuse, mental health, or disability diagnosis. 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 desc ribe their supportive housing needs The primary housing and supportive service needs of Collier County’s special needs subpopulations (the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, persons with alcohol or drug addiction, victims of domestic violence, and persons with a criminal record and their families) include affordable, safe housing opportunities in areas with access to transportation, commercial and job centers, and social and supportive services. These services may include counseling, case management, ADL support, and education regarding fair housing rights and actions that can be taken in the event those rights are violated. Persons with disabilities often require accessible features and ground floor housing units and support animals. Available housing for this subpopulation is limited within Collier County, thus limiting housing choice. Victims of domestic violence need safe housing, removal of barriers to relocation, and protection from perpetrators. Persons with criminal records and their families, including residents with alcohol/substance abuse issues and victims of domestic violence, may be disqualified from public housing or Section 8 rental assistance, and accordingly, assistance with housing for low-income members of this subpopulation must be provided by other nongovernmental organizations. Describe programs for ensuring that persons returning from mental and physical health institutions receive appropriate supportive housing Information gathered through focus groups and stakeholder interviews indicates that supportive housing is one of the greatest needs for people with mental health and substance abuse disorders after being discharged from inpatient treatment. Housing referrals are often made to the David Lawrence Center a nonprofit that owns and operates treatment programs and supportive housing for people with mental health and substance abuse disorders. Community members reported a need for community-living, group home type housing for those transitioning from inpatient care to more independent living situations. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1348 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 76 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 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) Collier County will make it a priority to increase the supply of affordable housing with supportive services by giving priority funding to new projects that are in close proximity to grocery stores, public transportation, and job centers; considering the viability of programs that provide rental subsidies to low income households to make existing units affordable; providing down payment assistance to eligible low and moderate-income homebuyers; and supporting community efforts to develop a housing trust fund. Collier County also will focus on increasing the supply of accessible units for persons with disabilities. Many of the supportive services for the special needs subpopulations are available through existing nongovernmental organizations. However, there is a strong need for greater collaboration and education in order to link persons with special needs to the network of services available more efficiently and comprehensively. Collier County will strengthen collaboration among the network of service providers by: facilitating the development of a social service collaborations across the region to coordinate the work of social service organizations, disseminate news and information, and spearhead communit y-wide solutions to local needs. For entitlement/consortia grantees: Specify the activities that the jurisdiction plans to undertake during the next year to address the housing and supportive ser vices 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)) Collier County will make it a priority to increase the supply of affordable rental housing by: giving priority funding to new projects that are in close proximity to grocery stores, public transportation, and job centers; the County also will focus on increasing the supply of accessible units for persons with disabilities. The County will work to strengthen collaboration among the network of service providers by: facilitating the development of a regional social service collaborative to coordinate the work of social service organizations, disseminate news and information, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1349 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 77 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing – 91.210(e) Negative Effects of Public Policies on Affordable Housing and Residential Investment The Collier County Land Development Code, as amended through December 11, 2014, and the Naples Land Development Code, as amended through October 6, 2015, were each reviewed and evaluated against a list of 15 common fair housing issues. In most cases, the zoning regulations are reasonably permissive and allow for flexibility as to the most common fair housing issues. Remarkably, neither jurisdiction received a high risk score on any of the 15 issues evaluated. However, the County and Naples received medium risk scores on certain issues where the zoning regulations still have the potential to negatively impact fair and affordable housing, and where improvements to the rules and policies could be made to more fully protect the fair housing rights of the County’s residents. On paper, the residential zoning criteria for the jurisdictions surveyed ar e not inherently prohibitive, and yet there is general consensus among residents, planning officials, housing advocates, and other stakeholders that Collier County and Naples suffer from an affordability gap for both affordable and workforce housing. This problem will only grow as rent and home prices are expected to continue to trend upward. Based on 2015 projections provided by the University of Florida’s Shimberg Center for Housing Studies, the County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee estimates that 43% of Collier households pay more than 30% of their income (the limit considered financially healthy) on housing related expenses, and 22% of households spend more than half of their income on housing. There are some development costs that local governments simply cannot control, such as materials and labor costs. However, there are other costs which government regulations directly impact: for example, raw land costs (via minimum lot size requirements), permitting costs, and impact fees. By reducing these costs, the hope is that there would be a trickle-down effect which would in turn make development of affordable housing more feasible. In the context of the area’s already costly rental and housing market, development standards may be a barrier to obtaining workforce and affordable housing for low to moderate income families, and should be evaluated and tailored to the area’s estimation of affordability, that is the extent to which enough housing units of different costs can be developed to provide each household with a unit it can afford (based on HUD’s 30%-of-income standard). 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1350 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 78 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets – 91.215 (f) Introduction This section examines the community assets aside from housing in Collier County including: business activity, the workforce, economic activities, and educational attainment. Economic Development Market Analysis Business Activity Business by Sector Number of Workers Number of Jobs Share of Workers % Share of Jobs % Jobs less workers % Agriculture, Mining, Oil & Gas Extraction 4,713 4,164 3 4 1 Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations, Food Services 21,165 21,593 16 20 4 Construction 13,446 8,187 10 7 -3 Education and Health Care Services 23,971 24,345 18 22 4 Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate 10,513 5,963 8 5 -3 Information 1,923 1,334 1 1 0 Manufacturing 4,742 2,898 3 3 0 Other Services (except Public Administration) 8,159 5,163 6 5 -1 Professional, Scientific, Management, Administrative Services 17,170 12,974 13 12 -1 Public Administration 3,948 5,121 3 5 2 Retail Trade 18,926 14,248 14 13 -1 Transportation, Warehousing and Utilities 3,935 1,245 3 1 -2 Wholesale Trade 3,261 3,454 2 3 1 Total 135,872 110,689 100 100 -- Table 41 - Business Activity Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS Table C24050 (Workers), 2013 Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics (Jobs) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1351 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 79 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Labor Force Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force 149,610 Civilian Employed Population 16 years and over 135,872 Unemployment Rate 9.18 Unemployment Rate for Ages 16-24 17.53 Unemployment Rate for Ages 25-64 8.05 Table 42 - Labor Force Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS Tables B23025 and B23001 Occupations by Sector Number of People Management, business, science and arts 40,100 Farming, fisheries and forestry 4,454 Service occupations 33,772 Sales and office 35,359 Construction, extraction, installation, maintenance and repair 12,906 Production, transportation and material moving 9,281 Table 43 – Occupations by Sector Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS Table C240101 Travel Time Travel Time Number Percentage < 30 Minutes 83,837 68% 30-59 Minutes 33,567 27% 60 or More Minutes 6,493 5% Total 123,897 100% Table 44 - Travel Time Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS Table B08303 Education Educational Attainment by Employment Status (Population Age 25 to 64) Educational Attainment In Labor Force Civilian Employed Unemployed Not in Labor Force Less than high school graduate 16,274 2,449 7,014 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1352 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 80 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Educational Attainment In Labor Force Civilian Employed Unemployed Not in Labor Force High school graduate (includes equivalency) 30,273 2,848 10,582 Some college or Associate's degree 29,603 2,494 9,350 Bachelor's degree or higher 32,182 1,693 9,481 Table 45 - Educational Attainment by Employment Status Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS Table B23006 Educational Attainment by Age Age 18–24 yrs 25–34 yrs 35–44 yrs 45–65 yrs 65+ yrs Less than 9th grade 767 4,344 3,384 6,449 5,033 9th to 12th grade, no diploma 4,356 3,512 3,695 4,353 4,678 High school graduate, GED, or alternative 8,640 9,844 9,864 23,995 23,144 Some college, no degree 7,020 5,393 5,821 16,933 18,943 Associate's degree 1,290 2,764 3,217 7,328 5,211 Bachelor's degree 1,364 5,430 6,322 16,164 20,058 Graduate or professional degree 11 1,875 3,138 10,427 16,721 Table 46 - Educational Attainment by Age Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS Table B15001 Educational Attainment – Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Educational Attainment Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Less than high school graduate $18,292 High school graduate (includes equivalency) $25,291 Some college or Associate's degree $30,964 Bachelor's degree $42,996 Graduate or professional degree $60,751 Table 47 – Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Data Source: 2010-2014 ACS Table B20004 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1353 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 81 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Based on the Business Activity table above, what are the major employment sectors within your jurisdiction? Collier County’s largest employment sectors are educational services, and health care and social assistance (22.0%), arts, entertainment, accommodations and food (19%), and transportation, warehouse, and utilities (13%). Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community: With more than one-fifth of the County’s workforce employed in the education, health care, and social services sector, the local economy will depend on a strong pool of labor skilled in the se particular industries. Based on the lower income levels associated with non-completion of a high- school diploma, the County should continue job training and employment services and seek to increase community college attendance among residents in poorer areas including Immokalee, Bayshore residents, and residents residing in the RCAP/ECAP region. 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 aff ected 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 County has a strong business climate with many successful CEOs, low property tax rates, wealthier citizens with high median incomes, and the state of Florida has high ranking for a strong business environment. Residents will need skills in business development and management and job training and skills in various service industries including: health care, education, arts, entertainment, tourism, and food services. How do the skills and education of the current workforce correspond to employment opportunities in the jurisdiction? Educational attainment is strong for the County, with high schools with strong ratings and community colleges with varying job training programs. 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 Career Source Southwest Florida provides individuals with career development resources in order to produce a skilled workforce for businesses. Currently, the organization offers various assessments, workshops and services to equip job seekers with the necessary skills to achieve self-sufficient employment. The work of Career Source Southwest Florida can support the 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1354 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 82 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Consolidated Plan by increasing job readiness and job opportunities in priority neighborhoods, encouraging microenterprise, and offering job skills and work programs to youth. Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)? The Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council prepares a CEDS (the current CEDS is 2012- 2017) to document economic development goals and priorities of the Southwest Florida region. If so, what economic development initiatives are you undertaking that may b e coordinated with the Consolidated Plan? If not, describe other local/regional plans or initiatives that impact economic growth. Major program goals for the 2012-2017 goals are divided into six key areas: talent supply and education, innovation and economic development, infrastructure and growth leadership, business climate, and competitiveness, civic and governing systems, and quality of life and quality of places. CEDS goals include, but are not limited to: Provide sufficient funding and encourage flexibility to allow regional stakeholders to address local needs in education, training and workforce development. Ensure educational systems and workforce training that support innovation and creativity. Provide funding for ongoing economic development activities. Encourage alternative energy production and green product industries. Develop transportation systems to support a prosperous, globally competitive economy while minimizing impacts to the natural environment. Encourage local governments to adopt streamlined development approval procedures. Improve coordination of economic development, land use, infrastructure, water and natural resource decision making. Protect natural resources to support quality environment and eco -tourism. Provide technical assistance and use new technology to promote job growth. Brand the region as a hub to attract and retain entrepreneurs. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1355 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 83 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion Are there areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration") HUD defines four types of housing problems: (1) cost burden – households spending more than 30% of income on housing; (2) overcrowding – more than one person per room; (3) lack of complete kitchen facilities; and (4) lack of complete plumbing facilities. The map on the following page shows the share of households within each census tract that have one or more housing needs. Areas with the highest concentrations of housing problems (defined as more than 55% of households) are shown on the map that follows and include: Five census tracts in Immokalee (tracts 112.04, 112,05, 113.01, 113,02, and 114); Three census tracts in Golden Gate (tracts 104.10, 104.19, and 104.20); and One tract in Naples (tract 7). Are there any areas in the jurisdiction where racial or ethnic minorities or low -income families are concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration") Geographic patterns for Collier County’s racial and ethnic minority populations are shown in the map included in this section. Areas with the highest concentrations of minority residents (defined as more than 50% of the census tract) include Immokalee (tracts 112.04, 112.05, 113.01, 113.02, and 114), Golden Gate (tracts 104.10, 104.11, 104.19, and 104.20), Naples (tract 7), a nd Lely (tract 108.02). The majority of the County’s minority residents are Latino (75%, or 83,177 of Collier County’s 110,364 minority residents). Low and moderate income households (those earning 80% or less of Area Median Income) are also concentrated in several of these areas, as shown on the maps in SP-10 (Geographic Priorities). Of the majority-minority tracts in Immokalee, 13 out of 14 block groups have concentrations of low- or moderate-income families. In the majority-minority area of Golden Gate, 8 out of 10 block groups have concentrations of low- or moderate- income families. In the Lely and Naples majority-minority tracts, all block groups are more than 50% low- or moderate- income households. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1356 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 84 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1357 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 85 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1358 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 86 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods? Two area/neighborhoods have concentrations of households with needs, racial or ethnic minorities, and low- or moderate-income households. They include Immokalee (census tracts 112.04, 112.05, 113.01, 113.02, and 114) and Golden Gate (census tracts 104.10, 104.19, and 104.20). Several housing indicators from the 2010-2014 American Community Survey were used to compare the housing market in these neighborhoods with that of Collier County overall. Both Immokalee (27%) and Golden Gate (11%) have lower housing vacancy rates than Collier County as a whole (37%). These differences likely reflect the high share of second homes or vacation homes in and around Naples, which drive up the vacancy rate for the County. While Immokalee may also experience some seasonal variations in housing occupancy given the higher share of migrant workers living there, Golden Gate has a low vacancy rate, indicating that most homes are not seasonal. In terms of tenure, the majority of household s in Collier County are owners (73%), compared to 50% in Golden Gate and 43% in Immokalee. Households in these low/mod income areas likely face greater difficulty purchasing homes given that they may have lower incomes and less resources available to make downpayments. Looking at housing costs shows that homes in Immokalee and Golden Gate tend to be considerably more affordable than those throughout the County. More than half of Collier County renters (54%) spend over $1,000 a month on rent, compared to 38% in Golden Gate and 11% in Immokalee. For homeowners with a mortgage, 39% throughout the County spend over $2,000 per month for housing, compared to 11% in Golden Gate and 6% in Immokalee. In Immokalee, most homeowners (56%) spend under $1,000 a month, and in Golden Gate the largest share (49%) spend between $1,000 and $1,500. Are there any community assets in these areas/neighborhoods? There are several community assets in these neighborhoods. The Golden Gate census tracts are home to Golden Gate Middle and Golden Terrace Elementary Schools, and the Golden Gate Community Center and adjacent skate park and library. The Golden Gate Senior center serves lunches daily and houses a food pantry program. A local church, Grace Place, offers educational programs for children and adults, and also provides a food pantry. These tracts also contain several commercial businesses, including retailers, restaurants, and a grocery store at the Golden Gate Shopping Center. Finally, Golden Gate offers a variety of housing types, including several apartment communities. Community assets in the Immokalee census tracts include the Carl J. Kuehner Community Center, Village Oaks Elementary School, Immokalee Middle and High Schools, the Immokalee Branch Library, and Immokalee Park. The area also includes several businesses and a local chamber of commerce (the Immokalee Chamber of Commerce). Nonprofit organizations including 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1359 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 87 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Immokalee Housing & Family Services, Rural Neighborhoods, and Habitat for Humanity of Collier County, along with the Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agency, operate in the area. Are there other strategic opportunities in any of these areas? There are several strategic opportunities for improving these areas and building on local assets. In Naples, the County will provide CDBG funds for sidewalk and intersection improvements in census tract 7. In Immokalee, the County will assist with develop of Habitat for Humanity’s Faith Landing affordable homeownership project by providing infrastructure needed for the project. Other housing projects in Immokalee which the County will participate in by funding infrastructure improvements include new construction at Hatchers Preserve and rehabilitation at Timber Ridge at Sanders Pine. The County will also provide funding for sidewa lk, right of way, and/or other streetscaping to the Immokalee CRA. Other local organizations that the County will have the opportunity to work with over the next Consolidated Plan cycle include the Immokalee Boys and Girls Club and the David Lawrence Center. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1360 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 88 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Strategic Plan SP-05 Overview Strategic Plan Overview The Strategic Plan outlined in the following sections addresses market conditions, the resources expected to be available to meet community needs, and the structure in place for delivering services. It identifies the County’s five-year goals, barriers to meeting these goals, and how those barriers may be overcome. The Strategic Plan also includes a discussion of plans regarding public housing, homelessness, lead-based paint risks, and monitoring/compliance, and describes the County’s anti-poverty initiatives. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1361 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 89 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) SP-10 Geographic Priorities – 91.215 (a)(1) Geographic Area Collier County and the City of Naples participate together in the Urban County CDBG Program. Marco Island, an incorporated city within the County, opted out of participation in 2012. General Allocation Priorities Describe the basis for allocating investments geographically within the jurisdiction (or within the EMSA for HOPWA) The following two maps depict the low- and moderate-income block groups within Collier County. The areas shaded on the maps will generally be prioritized for allocation of Consolidated Plan resources, however, individual low- and moderate-income persons residing anywhere in Collier County may be eligible beneficiaries of CDBG funds. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1362 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 90 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1363 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 91 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1364 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 92 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) SP-25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2) Priority Needs During the development of the Consolidated Plan, a number of priority needs were identified. The funding priorities and guidelines for addressing these priority needs are summarized below: Funding Priorities and Guidelines High priorities are those activities that will be considered for funding with CDBG, HOME, or ESG funding during the five-year consolidated plan period of 2016 through 2021 prior to low priority projects. Low priorities are those activities that will be considered for funding with CDBG, HOME, or ESG funding during the five-year consolidated plan period of 2016 through 2021 following the consideration of high priorities. Collier County will consider providing certifications of consistency and supporting applications submitted by other entities for non-County funds when those projects are aligned with these priority needs. 1 Priority Need Name HOUSING AFFORDABILITY Priority Level High Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Associated Goals Provide Assistance and Education to Homebuyers Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing CHDO Set-Aside Description Subsidize the cost of rental housing through a tenant-based rental assistance program. Support the development of affordable rental and owned housing, including projects located near job centers that will be affordable to service employees and other low-wage members of the workforce. Support homeownership opportunities for households through downpayment or closing cost assistance. Extend the useful life of existing affordable housing through weatherization, repair, and rehabilitation programs. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting input, survey data, CHAS and other data 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1365 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 93 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 2 Priority Need Name PUBLIC SERVICES Priority Level High Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Associated Goals Provide Public Services Description Fund projects that provide supportive services to low and moderate income households as well as persons with special needs, specifically including but not limited to medical and dental services, mental health and substance abuse services, services to persons with disabilities, senior services, youth services, housing counseling, legal services, services for victims of domestic violence, employment training, and other allowable public services not listed here. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting input, survey data 3 Priority Need Name INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENTS Priority Level High Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Associated Goals Improve Public Infrastructure Description Fund non-housing community development proposals that eliminate blight, improve safety, and provide new affordable housing to include demolition and redevelopment, sidewalk construction and repair, street improvements, streetscaping, street lighting, crosswalks and pedestrian signaling systems, and other allowable infrastructure improvements not listed here. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, consultation with County staff, survey data, prior studies conducted by the Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1366 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 94 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 4 Priority Need Name ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Priority Level Low Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Associated Goals Provide Public Services Description Provide job training assistance to help residents access employment opportunities, especially those who are disabled or speak English as a second language. Support entrepreneurs and business development to create new employment opportunities. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting comments, survey data 5 Priority Need Name HOMELESSNESS & HOMELESSNESS PREVENTION Priority Level High Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Associated Goals Support Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless Provide Rapid Re-Housing and Homelessness Prevention HMIS Support Description Assist persons who are homeless through emergency, transitional, and permanent housing and supportive services. Assist households at risk of homelessness with short-term rental payment and other assistance. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting comments, survey data 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1367 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 95 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 6 Priority Need Name PUBLIC FACILITIES Priority Level High Population Served Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Associated Goals Improve Public and Other Facilities Description Fund public facility improvements that benefit low/moderate income households and persons, and persons with special needs to include community centers, health care facilities, parks, and public safety stations/offices, as well as other allowable public facility projects. Basis for Priority Interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting input, and survey data 7 Priority Need Name AFFIRMATIVELY FURTHER FAIR HOUSING CHOICE Priority Level High Population Served All Associated Goals Program Administration Description Fund targeted fair housing activities such as fair housing education, complaint handling services, and enforcement. Basis for Priority Impediment identified in AI 8 Priority Need Name PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION AND PLANNING Priority Level High Population Served All Associated Goals Program Administration Description Funding for performance of administrative and planning requirements of CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs. Basis for Priority Consultation with County staff 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1368 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 96 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions – 91.215 (b) Influence of Market Conditions Affordable Housing Type Market Characteristics that will influence the use of funds available for housing type Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) The high level of cost burdens among low-income households; waiting lists for public housing and housing choice vouchers; waiting list closures due to lack of inventory; concentration of poverty in certain areas; and concentrations of public and subsidized housing. TBRA for Non- Homeless Special Needs The high level of cost burdens among many low-income households, including non-special needs populations; waiting lists for public housing and housing choice vouchers; concentrations of public and subsidized housing. New Unit Production (Rental and Owned) Age and condition of the housing stock in Immokalee; waiting lists at existing public and subsidized housing; High cost of land; Relatively little land not yet developed or owned. Rehabilitation Age of housing stock; Need for repairs for seniors and other homeowners. Acquisition, including preservation The number of tax delinquent and foreclosed properties. Subsidized housing developments anticipated to age out of their affordability period. Table 48 – Influence of Market Conditions 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1369 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 97 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) SP-35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction Entitlement grant resources totaling $4,379,116 are anticipated for the 2016-2017 fiscal year to meet underserved needs, foster decent affordable housing, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and s ocial service agencies. Along with the County’s 2016-2017 annual CDBG, HOME, and ESG allocations, this figure includes $946,172 in prior year CDBG funds and $351,592 in prior year HOME funds that will be reprogrammed for use this year. Additionally, this figure includes an estimated $225,000 in program income, which the County anticipates receiving from its CDBG program for use in 2016 -2017. From time to time an activity comes in under budget or is not able to be completed for some reason. It is the County’s intention to allocate up to $150,000 annually in unused or unallocated CDBG funding for the purposes of purchase assistance without a substantial amendment to the plan. If this alternative is utilized, an activity will be set up in IDIS as required. Anticipated Resources Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Reminder of ConPlan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ CDBG Public - Federal - Public services - Infrastructure and facility improvements - Housing - Economic development - Administration - Fair housing $2,192,287 $225,000 $946,172 $3,363,459 $8,769,148 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, program income, and prior year unallocated funds 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1370 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 98 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Reminder of ConPlan $ Narrative Description HOME Public - Federal - Homebuyer assistance - Rental or homeowner rehab - Rental or homeownership new construction - Tenant-based rental assistance - Administration $479,663 $0 $351,592 $831,255 $1,918,652 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, prior year resources, and unallocated reprogrammed funds ESG Public – Federal - Shelter operations - Rapid re-housing - Homelessness prevention - Administration $184,402 $0 $0 $184,402 $737,608 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds Table 49 - 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 Projects selected for funding by Collier County leverage additional community resources, including public and private agency funds . Monies dedicated to infrastructure improvements capitalize on ongoing revitalization efforts by the Bayshore and Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs). Facility improvements for nonprofit organizations enhance their ability to provide services to their clients or residents. Public service funds are granted to agencies with additional public and/or private funding s treams that provide a variety of services in addition to those supported by CDBG funds. For example, CDBG funding for the United Ce rebral 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1371 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 99 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Palsy’s Ride for Life Transportation Program expands access to UCP’s existing Adult Day Education and Training Center for low - and moderate- income residents with developmental disabilities. Collier County will provide HOME funds to three organizations in the 2016-2017 program year, and each recipient is anticipated to make a 25% match. Big Cypress Housing Corporation will receive funding for site improvements to Hatchers Preserve, a single -family rental project for households at 80% AMI or below. The match requirement will be satisfied by a grant from Rural Neighborhoods (a nonprofit housing agency in Immokalee), donated landscape material, and in -kind labor and equipment. Economic Growth Corporation will provide the match for funds received to conduct homebuyer education and acquisition assistance through in-kind contributions of overhead and salaries associated with implementing and administering the program. Finally, Collier Affordabl e Rentals will provide the match for funding to construct affordable rental units at Arrowhead Reserve through equity contributions and a real estate secured loan. If a HOME fund subrecipient is unable to make the anticipated match, the County will use State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program funds or other eligible sources to make the HUD-required match. For ESG, the recipient of shelter operations funds provides match via staff time and other eligible activities. The rental assistance program presently operated by the County uses County general fund dollars as match. If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the ne eds identified in the plan The County does not anticipate using any publicly owned land or property located to address needs identified in this plan. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1372 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 100 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 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 Type Role Geographic Area Served Collier County Government CDBG, HOME, and ESG program administration Collier County Table 50 - Institutional Delivery Structure Assessment of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System The County has been a participating jurisdiction for well over 10 years, and has the systems and structure in place to effectively carry out its Consolidated Plan. The institutional delivery system offers multiple services to County low- and moderate-income residents, special needs populations, and the homeless. In addition to working with the local CoC to meet homeless needs, the County has partnerships within its delivery system to meet affordable housing needs for low- and moderate-income families. In 2015, Collier County’s CHS division successfully applied to the National Association for Latino Community Asset Builders (NALCAB) for Rural Capacity Building technical assistance. A study funded through NALCAB identified opportunities for improving Immokalee’s affordable housing delivery system and capacity. Specific recommendations coming out of this study are discussed in SP-55, Barriers to Affordable Housing. There are no identified systemic weaknesses in the delivery system at this time and the County will continue collaborative efforts with local non-profits and social service organizations. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1373 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 101 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and mainstream services Homelessness Prevention Services Available in the Community Targeted to Homeless Targeted to People with HIV Homelessness Prevention Services Counseling/Advocacy X X X Legal Assistance X X X Mortgage Assistance X Rental Assistance X X Utilities Assistance X X Street Outreach Services Law Enforcement X Mobile Clinics Other Street Outreach Services X Supportive Services Alcohol & Drug Abuse X X X Child Care X X Education X Employment and Employment Training X Healthcare X X X HIV/AIDS X X X Life Skills X X Mental Health Counseling X X X Transportation X Other Other Table 51 - 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) Collier County’s Community and Human Services Division serves as the lead agency for planning and coordinating the implementation of the Consolidated Plan. During the preparation of the Consolidated Plan, Collier County consulted with public and private agencies that provide services to homeless persons in all subcategories to include chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth. Many of the services proposed in the strategic plan will be conducted by subrecipients, contractors, and other non-profits under the direction of Collier County, including Legal Aid, the David Lawrence Center, and the Shelter for Abused Women and Children . 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1374 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 102 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Collier County is also part of and coordinates with the local CoC, whose members provide varying services to homeless individuals/families and persons at risk of experiencing homelessness, including: transitional and rapid rehousing; services for basic needs such as food, clothing, and utility assistance; and case management and counseling services. 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 The County has been successful at partnering with several agencies servi ng persons with special needs via entitlement funding, and also has provided services and programs to persons with special needs via the SHIP program, which aids in the production and preservation of affordable homeownership and multifamily housing for very low-, low-, and moderate-income households. Although the County has been successful at working with many of the non-profit organizations in the community, gaps in service delivery include supportive services for homeless individuals, persons with special needs, and supportive housing and transitional housing for residents with substance and alcohol abuse issues. 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 The service delivery system is in working order to carry out a strategy to address priority needs. The biggest gap is sufficient funding to meet the needs identified. Collier County typically receives requests for four to five times the funding available on an annual basis. Consequently, funding is allocated to as many high priority needs and projects as is practicable. In addition, the County operates as the lead agency for the Area Agency on Aging, which provides case management and other services for seniors and oversees a daily nutritional program for seniors in the community. Also, the County seeks and has been successful in receiving many other awards to address priority needs. These grants include a SHIP award to assist with homeowner and rental opportunities and a state of Florida Criminal Justice, Mental Health and Substance Abuse grant through which the County partners with the Sheriff’s office and a local mental health facility to improve outcomes for persons in the criminal justice system who have mental health issues. The development of social service collaborations across the region to coordinate the work of social service organizations, disseminate news and information, and spearhead community -wide solutions to local needs is necessary to assist the community in overcoming gaps in services for the homeless and residents with substance abuse issues. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1375 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 103 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) SP-45 Goals Summary – 91.215(a)(4) Goals Summary Information The table below identifies the County’s key goals for the 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan period, along with needs addressed, estimated funding levels, and estimated goal outcome indicators. Please note that funding levels and goal outcome indicators are estima tes for planning purposes. Recommended activities are eventually finalized in a legal agreement approved by the Board of County Commissioners. The agreement is considered to contain the final activity description including funding levels, scope elements, deliverables and beneficiaries and supersedes any prior information such as the application or this action plan. Further, subrecipient award amounts may not match those in the applications submitted to the County, as not all projects were funded at requested l evels. Should the County seek to make any substantial changes to goals or related funding levels, it will amend the annual action plan and provide the public with the opportunity to comment on the proposed amendment, as described and defined in its Citizen Participation Plan. Also note that payments to sub recipients or partners for individual projects and/or activities are not contingent on meeting overall annual or five-year outcome indicators in this plan, because this plan contains estimates, only. Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 1 Provide Public Services 2016 2021 Non-Housing Community Development Needs Countywide Public Services; Economic Development CDBG: $1,740,420 Number of low/ moderate income persons served (5-Year Goal: 1,700 persons) 2 Improve Public Infrastructure 2016 2021 Non-Housing Community Development Needs Countywide Infrastructure Improvements; Housing Affordability CDBG: $6,484,650 Number of persons or households benefitting (5-Year Goal: 50,000 persons) 3 Improve Public and Other Facilities 2016 2021 Non-Housing Community Development Needs Countywide Public Facilities CDBG: $3,205,500 Number of persons or households benefitting (5-year Goal: 79,400 persons) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1376 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 104 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 4 Provide Assistance and Education to Homebuyers 2016 2021 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $925,000 Number of low/moderate income persons served (5-Year Goal: 50 households with acquisition assistance and homebuyer education) 5 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership 2016 2021 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $1,000,000 Number of affordable homeownership units constructed, rehabbed, or acquired (5-Year Goal: 15 units) 6 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing 2016 2021 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $1,750,000 HOME: $2,600,000 Number of affordable rental units constructed, rehabbed, or acquired (5-Year Goal: 200 units) 7 CHDO Set-Aside 2016 2021 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $358,750 Number of affordable housing units constructed, rehabbed, or acquired (5-Year Goal: 20 units) 8 Support Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless 2016 2021 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $553,200 Number of homeless persons sheltered (5- Year Goal: 500 persons) 9 HMIS Support 2016 2021 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $200,000 Other – organizations assisted (5-Year Goal: 1 organization) 10 Provide Rapid Re-Housing and Homelessness Prevention 2016 2021 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $99,650 Number of persons provided rapid re- housing or homeless prevention assistance (5- Year Goal: 15) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1377 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 105 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 11 Program Administration 2016 2021 Non-Housing Community Development Needs Countywide Program Administration; Affirmatively Further Fair Housing CDBG: $2,417,285 HOME: $238,570 ESG: $69,150 Administration and planning Table 52 – Goals Summary 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 next five years, Collier County anticipates providing affordable housing for an estimated 90 extremely low-income, low- income, or moderate-income families through first time homebuyer assistance, CHDO activities, and support for new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable rental or for-sale housing using HOME funds. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1378 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 106 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 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 Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) is an independent authority established under state law, is separate from the general control of the County, and operates no HUD-funded public housing units. Instead, the CCHA manages farmworker housing funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Housing Choice Vouchers, and some senior housing units in Immokalee. According to HUD PIC data, of CCHA’s 440 Housing Choice Voucher holders, 105 (24%) were disabled and 161 (37%) were over the age of 62. These resident characteristics indicate a significant need for accessible housing units. When interviewed for input related to this plan, CCHA staff underscored this need, characterizing the existing housing stock in the County as having very few accessible units. Activities to Increase Resident Involvements The CCHA receives advice and input from its Section 8 Advisory Board, which includes voucher holders. The Board reviews CCHA’s PHA plans and the agency’s progress toward its goals. The Board recommended the following needs to CCHA regarding its 2014-2019 PHA Plan: More Housing Choice Vouchers Resources for Educational Opportunities Resources to Help Promote Self-Employment Opportunities for Homeownership Family Self Sufficiency Program Is the public housing agency designated as troubled under 24 CFR par t 902? The Collier County Housing Authority is not designated as troubled. Plan to remove the ‘troubled’ designation Not applicable. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1379 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 107 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) SP-55 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.215(h) Barriers to Affordable Housing The residential zoning provisions for Collier County and Naples are not inherently prohibitive, and yet there is general consensus among residents, planning officials, housing advocates, and other stakeholders that Collier County and Naples suffer from an affordability gap for both affordable and workforce housing. This problem will only grow as rent and home prices are expected to continue to trend upward. Based on 2015 projections provided by the University of Florida’s Shimberg Center for Housing Studies, the County’s Affordable Housing Adviso ry Committee estimates that 43% of Collier households pay more than 30% of their income (the limit considered financially healthy) on housing related expenses, and 22% of households spend more than half of their income on housing. The upward pressure on housing prices and rental rates is typical of resort communities, although these pressures tend to exclude low- and moderate-income service workers who are essential to the tourist and resort industries. Barriers include the availability and price of land for development of affordable housing. Also, at the time of the development of this plan, there is negligible vacancy in rental units and those being constructed are market rate units. In 2015-2016, the Florida Housing Coalition prepared an affordable housing study for Immokalee for the Community and Human Services Division. Building Capacity for Affordable Housing in Immokalee identifies several barriers to housing affordability in the community, including: Lack of rental developments with deep subsidies that result in rents affordable to households with incomes under 30% AMI; Need for housing rehabilitation to improve energy efficiency, accessibility, exterior maintenance, and interior health and safet y; and Lack of housing developers serving several demographics, including special needs households, renters and homebuyers with incomes between 60% and 140% AMI, and renters with incomes under 30% AMI. The report also describes several ways to strengthen land use policies and regulations relative to affordable housing, including: Waiving or substantially reducing (rather than deferring) impact fees for affordable housing development for low- and moderate-income households; Allowing and encouraging the use of Accessory Dwelling Units; Prioritizing capital improvements in Immokalee; Providing guidance on suitable types of farmworker housing by zoning district; Improving code compliance efforts at mobile home parks in Immokalee; 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1380 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 108 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Revising the County’s Local Housing Assistance Plan to require 30- or 50-year affordability periods, rather than the current 15-year requirement; and Reviewing the use of Affordable Housing Density Bonus provisions, including determining how many units have been created under the provision and whether enforcement actions were taken against developers that neglected to provide the agreed upon units. Strategy to Remove or Ameliorate the Barriers to Affordable Housing To counter the natural market forces that make housing expensive in the Collier County area, programs that subsidize housing costs for low- and moderate-income residents are needed. These programs may provide tenant-based subsidies to renters (i.e. tenant-based rental assistance; TBRA) to help them afford the cost of existing market rate units. Subsidies to developers to reduce property acquisition and/or construction costs or assistance to homebuyers with down payment or closing costs could all reduce the impact of the region’s high housing costs and make housing more affordable. An additional strategy would be housing repair or rehabilitation and community improvements in low-opportunity areas where existing housing stock is already relatively affordable to bring housing into standard condition and enhance the quality and availability of neighboring amenities. The County is embarking on a planning initiative to develop additional incentives and programs to address affordable and workforce housing needs in the community. In March 2016, the Board of County Commissioners directed staff to prepare a community-driven countywide Affordable Housing Plan. The County is currently working to establish a stakeholder committee and charter for the project and will then identify a planning consultant through an RFP process. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1381 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 109 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) SP-60 Homelessness Strategy – 91.215(d) Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs Collier County will conduct outreach to homeless persons through its rental assistance program which offers rapid rehousing, through homeless shelter providers such as the Shelter for Abused Women and Children and Youth Haven, and through other partners providing public services for homeless persons or persons at risk of homelessness. The County anticipates that it will serve 3 homeless or at risk households through its rental assistance program and 600 homeless women and children through the Shelter in 2016-2017. The County will also allocate $40,000 of its Year 1 funding (with any residual being applied to the rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention rental assistance program) to the Hunger and Homeless Coalition for HMIS activities, which will ultimately help the CoC better assess the needs of homeless persons in Collier County. Addressing the emergency and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Collier County addresses emergency and transitional housing needs of homeless persons through collaboration with local shelters, including the Shelter for Abused Women and Children and Youth Haven, a youth shelter. In the past, the County has used CDBG funds for a ctivities related to facility improvements at both shelters. The County has also provided funds for utilities, operation, and partial salaries for a Security Coordinator at the Shelter for Abused Women and Children. St. Matthew’s House also provides shelters and transitional housing at locations in Naples and Immokalee. Over the next program year, Collier County will provide approximately $110,000 in ESG funds to the Shelter for Abused Women and Children for shelter operations, along with $124,000 in CDBG funds for security improvements. 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. Youth Haven and the Shelter for Abused Women and Children both include supportive services that encourage independent living and self-sufficiency. Examples of their programs include empowerment-based counseling services, financial asset building, a thrift shop, literacy classes, transitional supportive housing, family support services, and family counseling. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1382 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 110 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) The County also operates a rapid re-housing program (coupled with homelessness prevention), which is designed to shorten the period of time that families experience homelessness. For the first program year covered in this Consolidated Plan, the County will allocate approximately $20,000 to rapid re-housing/homelessness prevention. This program funds up to twelve months of short term rental assistance (including up to 6 months of rental arrearage), rental security deposits and last month’s rent, and/or costs such as rental application fees and utilities. Help low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, espec ially 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 Collier County’s rapid re-housing and homelessness prevention program provides up to twelve months of short term rental assistance (including up to 6 months of rental arrearage), rental security deposits and last month’s rent, and/or costs such as rental application fees and utilities for families at-risk of homelessness. Approximately $20,000 in ESG funds will be allocated to the rapid re-housing/homelessness prevention program in 2016-2017. Additionally, Collier currently is serving 6 individuals in the Shelter Plus Care grant program. Additionally, through the State of Florida Department of Children and Families, Collier County receives a grant for its Forensic Intensive Reintegration Support Team (FIRST), which provides persons with substance abuse or mental health issues leaving the judicial system with assistance to prevent homelessness or re-incarceration. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1383 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 111 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) SP-65 Lead based paint Hazards – 91.215(i) Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards The incidence of childhood exposure to lead-based paint hazards has steadily decreased in the County, with recent 2010-2014 ACS data indicating that 2% of children under the age of 6 are at risk of lead-based hazards. The County’s health department will continue lead screenings and also properties proposed for rehabilitation will be screened for lead-based paint and property owners are provided with educational information. The County also follows federal requirements related to lead based paint. How are the actions listed above related to the extent of lead poisoning and hazards? Lead poisoning is the leading environmental hazard to children, creating devastating and irreversible health problems. The leading cause of lead-based poisoning is exposure to dust from deteriorating paint in homes constructed before 1978. Th is is due to the high lead content used in paint during that period, and particularly in homes built before 1950. Pre -1978 housing occupied by lower income households with children offers particularly high risks of lead exposure due to the generally lower levels of home maintenance among lower income households. This is an important factor since it is not the lead paint itself that causes the hazards, but rather the deterioration of the paint that releases lead-contaminated dust and allows children to peel and eat lead-contaminated flakes. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Report on the National Survey of Lead-Based Paint in Housing released in 1995 found that 83% of the nation’s privately owned housing units built before 1980 had lead-based paint somewhere in the building.2 The survey found “no statistically significant differences in the prevalence of lead -based paint by type of housing, market value of the home, amount of rent payment, household income, or geographic region.” Applying this percentage to the housing stock in Collier County, 22,212 units in the area are likely to contain lead-based paint. How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures? Collier County policies and procedures call for full compliance with the lead-based paint regulations at 24 CFR Part 35. Contractors, subrecipients, and other community partners are advised of the lead-based paint regulations and the County works with them to ensure 2 Report on the National Survey of Lead-Based Paint in Housing: Base Report. U.S. EPA/HUD, June 1995. http://www.epa.gov/lead/pubs/r95-003.pdf. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1384 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 112 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) inspection, testing, and abatement of lead hazards wherever necessary. Additionally, the County distributes information and literature on lead hazards to households who may be at risk of exposure. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1385 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 113 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy – 91.215(j) Jurisdiction Goals, Programs, and Policies for reducing the number of Poverty -Level Families: Collier County has a Business and Economic Division that provides help with business relocation and expansion. This Division has partnered with several local economic development agencies, including the Small Business Development Center, which helps with small business start -ups, Career Source of Southwest Florida to help with job training and employment services, and Naples Chamber of Commerce. The local community college provides additional classes and training related to small business development and implementation and job training programs. Life skills, employment, and job training activities are offered in areas with high concentrations of low-income residents including Immokalee, and there are two targeted CRAs in the Bayshore- Gateway Triangle Area and Immokalee. How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this affordable housing plan: Some of the jurisdiction’s poverty reduction programs and the affordable housing programs detailed in this plan are managed by Collier County, allowing for strong coordination of program offerings, performance goals, and policies. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1386 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 114 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 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 Subrecipients will receive information on federal and local regulations relating to their specific activity, along with an explanation as to how they apply to the particular project. Specific performance objectives will be outlined within each subrecipient agreement, giving measurable objectives for the eligible activity to be carried out. Each project is monitored on an ongoing basis and all preconstruction conferences are attended by division staff. Prior to any contracting, CHS staff reviews program requirements with prospective subrecipients, including emphasis on conflict of interest and special requirements for each subrecipient’s specific agreement. This process ensures subrecipients are fully aware of program requirements. Documentation submitted with reimbursement requests is reviewed for compliance with applicable regulations and measurable objectives prior to issuing funds. On-site monitoring of selected subrecipients is scheduled by the County and conducted by the CHS Grant Monitoring Team using an enhanced monitoring checklist. The Monitoring Team is typically composed of the Compliance Supervisor, the Project Grant Coordinator, the Monitoring Operations Analyst, and a Senior Accountant. This team is charged with providing a progress monitoring visit and evaluation and a second visit at final project closeout (the timing of which are subject to change based on current divisional policies). The specific number of monitoring visits each funded entity receives is based on a risk evaluation, but every project will have a closeout monitoring. Projects still under construction for more than a year are also monitored until the project is complete. Projects are reviewed to ensure all aspects of the activity are carried out in accordance with applicable regulations. After a monitoring visit, CHS sends a follow-up letter to the subrecipient stating the outcome of the monitoring. Where required by the monitoring outcome, Corrective Action Plans are developed and the subrecipient’s compliance with the Corrective Action Plan is reviewed until the plan is satisfied. After the Corrective Action Plan is satisfied and all monitoring findings are cleared, CHS closes out the monitoring with a letter to the subrecipient identifying future compliance requi rements and reporting responsibilities. In addition to the above, any subrecipient determined to be in need of and/or requesting additional training on how to meet grantee and federal requirements receives technical assistance (TA) in the form deemed most appropriate to the circumstances. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1387 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 115 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) The County has developed written policies and procedures that are in place for all federal grant programs. CHS continues to monitor and assist subrecipients to become aware of and knowledgeable about all grant requirements. Additionally, CHS provides TA to achieve compliance with all federal requirements, and holds a quarterly partnership meeting with each subrecipient to ensure successful project completion. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1388 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 116 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Expected Resources AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction Entitlement grant resources totaling $4,379,116 are anticipated for the 2016-2017 fiscal year to meet underserved needs, foster decent affordable housing, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and s ocial service agencies. Along with the County’s 2016-2017 annual CDBG, HOME, and ESG allocations, this figure includes $946,172 in prior year CDBG funds and $351,592 in prior year HOME funds that will be reprogrammed for use this year. Additionally, this figure includes an estimated $225,000 in program income, which the County anticipates receiving from its CDBG program for use in 2016-2017. From time to time an activity comes in under budget or is not able to be completed for some reason. It is the County’s intention to allocate up to $150,000 in unused or unallocated CDBG funding for the purposes of purchase assistance without a substantial amendment to the plan. If this alternative is utilized, an activity will be set up in IDIS as required. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1389 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 117 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Anticipated Resources Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Reminder of ConPlan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ CDBG Public - Federal - Public services - Infrastructure and facility improvements - Housing - Economic development - Administration - Fair housing $2,192,287 $225,000 $946,172 $3,363,459 $8,769,148 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, program income, and prior year unallocated funds HOME Public - Federal - Homebuyer assistance - Rental or homeowner rehab - Rental or homeownership new construction - Tenant-based rental assistance - Administration $479,663 $0 $351,592 $831,255 $1,918,652 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, prior year resources, and unallocated reprogrammed funds ESG Public – Federal - Shelter operations - Rapid re-housing - Homelessness prevention - Administration $184,402 $0 $0 $184,402 $737,608 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1390 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 118 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied Projects selected for funding by Collier County leverage additional community resources, including public and private agency funds. Monies dedicated to infrastructure improvements capitalize on ongoing revitalization efforts by the Bayshore and Immokalee C ommunity Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs). Facility improvements for nonprofit organizations enhance their ability to provide services to their clients or residents. Public service funds are granted to agencies with additional public and/or private funding streams that provide a variety of services in addition to those supported by CDBG funds. For example, CDBG funding for the United Cerebral Palsy’s Ride for Life Transportation Program expands access to UCP’s existing Adult Day Education and Training Center for low- and moderate- income residents with developmental disabilities. Collier County will provide HOME funds to three organizations in the 2016-2017 program year, and each recipient is anticipated to make a 25% match. Big Cypress Housing Corporation will receive funding for site improvements to Hatchers Preserve, a single-family rental project for households at 80% AMI or below. The match requirement will be satisfied by a grant from Rural Neighborhoods (a nonprofit housing agency in Immokalee), donated landscape material, and in- kind labor and equipment. Economic Growth Corporation will provide the match for funds received to conduct homebuyer education and acquisition assistance through in-kind contributions of overhead and salaries associated with implementing and administering the program. Finally, Collier Affordable Rentals will provide the match for funding to construct affordable rental units at Arrowhead Reserve through equity contributions and a real estate secured loan. If a HOME fund subrecipient is unable to make the anticipated match, the County will use State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program funds or other allowable expenditures to make the HUD-required match. For ESG, the recipient of shelter operations funds provides match via staff time and other eligible activities. The rental assistance program presently operated by the County uses County general fund dollars as match. If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan The County does not anticipate using any publicly owned land or property located to address needs identified in this plan. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1391 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 119 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Annual Goals and Objectives AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives The table below identifies the County’s key goals for the 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan period, along with needs addressed, estimated funding levels, and estimated goal outcome indicators. Please note that funding levels and goal outcome indicators are estima tes for planning purposes. Recommended activities are eventually finalized in a legal agreement approved by the Board of County Commissioners. The agreement is considered to contain the final activity description including funding levels, scope elements, deliverables and beneficiaries and supersedes any prior information such as the application or this action plan. Further, subrecipient award amounts may not match those in the applications submitted to the County, as not all projects were funded at requested l evels. Should the County seek to make any substantial changes to goals or related funding levels, it will amend the annual action plan and provide the public with the opportunity to comment on the proposed amendment, as described and defined in its Citizen Participation Plan. Also note that payments to subrecipients or partners for individual projects and/or activities are not contingent on meeting overall annual outcome indicators in this plan, because this plan contains estimates, only. Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 1 Provide Public Services 2016 2017 Non-Housing Community Development Needs Countywide Public Services CDBG: $334,804 Number of low/ moderate income persons served (1-Year Goal: 370 persons) 2 Improve Public Infrastructure 2016 2017 Non-Housing Community Development Needs Countywide Infrastructure Improvements; Housing Affordability CDBG: $1,696,930 Number of persons or households benefitted (1-Year Goal: 21,645 persons and 46 households) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1392 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 120 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 3 Improve Public and Other Facilities 2016 2017 Non-Housing Community Development Needs Countywide Public Facilities CDBG: $641,100 Number of persons or households benefitted (1-year Goal: 16,880 persons) 4 Provide Assistance and Education to Homebuyers 2016 2017 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $185,000 Number of low/moderate income persons served (1-Year Goal: 10 households with acquisition assistance and homebuyer education) 5 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership 2016 2017 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability $0 Number of affordable homeownership units constructed, rehabbed, or acquired (1-Year Goal: 0 units) 6 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing 2016 2017 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $150,000 HOME: $520,000 Number of affordable rental units constructed, rehabbed, or acquired (1-Year Goal: 78 units units) 7 CHDO Set-Aside 2016 2017 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $71,570 Number of affordable housing units constructed, rehabbed, or acquired: 18 households assisted 8 Support Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless 2016 2017 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $110,640 Number of homeless persons sheltered: 100 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1393 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 121 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 9 HMIS Support 2016 2017 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $40,000 (with any unused portion available for rapid re-housing and homelessness prevention) Other – organizations assisted (1-Year Goal: 1 organization) 10 Provide Rapid Re-Housing and Homelessness Prevention 2016 2017 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $19,930 Number of persons provided rapid re- housing or homeless prevention assistance: 3 11 Program Administration 2016 2017 Non-Housing Community Development Needs Countywide Program Administration; Affirmatively Further Fair Housing CDBG: $483,457 HOME: $47,714 ESG: $13,830 Administration and planning Table 53 – Goals Summary 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1394 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 122 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Projects AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) Introduction Projects planned for the 2016-2017 program year are identified below, with additional details provided in Section AP-38. Please note that funding levels and goal outcome indicators are estimates for planning purposes. Payments to subrecipients for individual projects and/or activities are not contingent on meeting annual outcome indicators shown b elow. Subrecipient award amounts may not match those in the applications submitted to the County, as not all projects were funded at requested levels. Recommended activities are eventually finalized in a legal agreement approved by the Board of County Commissioners. The agreement is considered to contain the final activity description including funding levels, scope elements, deliverables and beneficiaries and supersedes any prior information such as the application or this action plan. Projects # Project Name 1 CDBG Administration 2 Homebuyer Education and Acquisition Assistance 3 Public Infrastructure Improvements 4 Public Service 5 Facility Improvements 6 Rehabilitation of Affordable Rental Housing 7 HOME Administration 8 CHDO Set-Aside 9 Development of Affordable Rental Housing 10 ESG Activities – Shelter Operations, Rental Assistance Program, HMIS and ESG Administration Table 54 – Project Information Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs The above projects were selected to meet the housing, homelessness prevention, supportive housing, and community needs of low to moderate-income residents and special needs populations in Collier County. The County does not anticipate obstacles to meeting underserved needs due to strategies towards outreach, education, and collaborative services across the County. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1395 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 123 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) AP-38 Project Summary Project Summary Information 1 Project Name CDBG Administration Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Program Administration Needs Addressed Program Administration and Planning; Affirmatively Further Fair Housing Funding CDBG: $483,457 Description The management and oversight of the CDBG Program by the Collier County Division of Community and Human Services. Fair housing activities. All allowable and eligible administrative activities. Target Date 9/30/2017 Estimate the number and type of persons that will benefit from the proposed activity Not applicable Location Description Collier County Planned Activities CDBG Program Administration 2 Project Name Homebuyer Education and Acquisition Assistance Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Provide Assistance and Education to Homebuyers Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Funding HOME: $185,000 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1396 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 124 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Description Education, counseling, and down payment assistance for potential eligible homebuyers Target Date 9/30/2017 Estimate the number and type of persons that will benefit from the proposed activity Financial assistance to homebuyers: 10 low- and moderate-income households may be assisted through homebuyer education and acquisition assistance Location Description Collier County Planned Activities Activities are anticipated to include home buyer education and down payment assistance 3 Project Name Public Infrastructure Improvements Target Area City of Naples and Bayshore CRA Immokalee Countywide Goals Supported Improve Public Infrastructure Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership Needs Addressed Infrastructure Improvements Housing Affordability Funding CDBG: $1,696,930 Description Provide funding to construct or improve public infrastructure such as sidewalks, streetscapes, right of way, water and sewer lines, fire suppression systems, and systems for handling stormwater. Target Date 3/31/2018 Estimate the number and type of persons that will benefit from the proposed activity Persons or households benefitted by public infrastructure activities: 21,645 low/moderate income persons 46 low/moderate income households Location Description City of Naples (Census Tract 7) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1397 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 125 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Bayshore CRA in Naples (Census Tracts 107.01 and 107.02) Immokalee (Census Tracts 112.04, 112.05, 113.01, 113.02, and 114) Planned Activities Activities are anticipated to include: (1) City of Naples Sidewalk Project, which will make improvements to a sidewalk and intersection in the city; (2) Bayshore CRA Karen Drive Stormwater Improvements, which will make improvements for handling stormwater; (3) Bayshore CRA Fire Suppression System, which will install new and/or make upgrades to existing fire control infrastructure; (4) Habitat for Humanity Faith Landing Phase 4 Infrastructure, which will provide infrastructure for the construction of affordable housing; and (5) Immokalee CRA Sidewalks/Streetscape Project, which will construct and/or improve sidewalks, right of way, and/or streetscape in Immokalee. 4 Project Name Public Services Target Areas Immokalee Countywide Goals Supported Provide Public Services Needs Addressed Public Services Funding CDBG: $334,084 Description Provide subrecipient grants for provision of public services to low- and moderate-income persons, youth, persons with developmental disabilities, mental health or substance abuse, and victims. Target Date 9/30/2017 Estimate the number and type of persons that will benefit from the proposed activity 370 low- or moderate-income persons Location Description Various locations in Collier County Planned Activities Activities are anticipated to include: (1) Boys and Girls Club Transportation Program, which will provide bus service; (2) Boys and Girls Club Immokalee Youth Programs, which will provide youth with out-of- school activities; (3) Legal Aid Services to Victims, which will provide legal services; (4) Child Advocacy Center Family Safety Program, which will provide supervised visitation and exchange services; and (5) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1398 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 126 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) United Cerebral Palsy Ride for Life Transportation Program, which will provide transportation for developmentally disabled residents 5 Project Name Facility Improvements Target Areas Naples Immokalee Countywide Goals Supported Improve Public and Other Facilities Needs Addressed Public Facilities; Homelessness and Homelessness Prevention Funding CDBG: $641,100 Description Provide funding to renovate facilities and housing that serve low- and moderate-income persons, victims of violence, persons with mental health and/or substance abuse needs, and other special needs populations. Target Date 9/30/2017 Estimate the number and type of persons that will benefit from the proposed activity Persons or households benefitted by facility improvements: 16,880 persons Location Description Naples – 3174 East Tamiami Trail and other locations Immokalee – 525 North First Street Planned Activities Activities are anticipated to include: (1) Shelter for Abused Women and Children Security Improvements, which will make security system improvements to provide safety and security to victims of domestic violence on the main campus and in scattered-site transitional housing; (2) Catholic Charities Judy Sullivan Family Resource Center Renovation, which will make building and site renovations to improve provision of programs such as, but not limited to: food pantry, mental health counseling, and direct assistance; and (3) David Lawrence Center Facility Renovations, which will increase capacity to provide outpatient services. 6 Project Name Rehabilitation of Affordable Rental Housing Target Area Immokalee 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1399 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 127 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Goals Supported Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Funding CDBG: $150,000 Description Site improvement and rehabilitation of rental units Target Date 9/30/2017 Estimate the number and type of persons that will benefit from the proposed activity 74 affordable rental units rehabilitated Location Description Immokalee Planned Activities Activities are anticipated to include site improvements and external rehabilitation of affordable rental housing at Timber Ridge at Sanders Pine 7 Project Name HOME Administration Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Program Administration Needs Addressed Program Administration and Planning Funding HOME: $47,714 Description Management and oversight of the HOME Program by the Collier County Community and Human Services Division. All eligible and allowable admin activities. Target Date 9/30/2017 Estimate the number and type of persons that will benefit from the proposed activity Not applicable 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1400 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 128 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Location Description Collier County Planned Activities HOME Program Administration 8 Project Name CHDO Set-Aside Target Area Immokalee Countywide Goals Supported Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Funding HOME: $71,570 Description To provide site improvements in a newly-developed affordable rental community; Other eligible CHDO set-aside activities Target Date 9/30/2017 Estimate the number and type of persons that will benefit from the proposed activity Infrastructure activity for low/moderate income housing benefit: 18 low/moderate income households to benefit Location Description Hatchers Preserve, Westclox Street, Immokalee Collier County Planned Activities Activities are anticipated to include site improvements (specifically, a fence) to newly-developed affordable rental units at Hatchers Preserve in Immokalee and other eligible CHDO set-aside activities 9 Project Name Development of Affordable Rental Housing Target Area Immokalee Goals Supported Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Funding HOME: $520,000 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1401 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 129 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Description Construct new affordable single-family rental housing units in Immokalee Target Date 9/30/2020 Estimate the number and type of persons that will benefit from the proposed activity Affordable rental units constructed: 4 units Location Description Immokalee Planned Activities Anticipated activities include construction of affordable rental housing units 10 Project Name ESG Activities Target Area Collier County Goals Supported Support Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless; Provide Rapid Re-Housing and Homelessness Prevention; HMIS; Program Administration Needs Addressed Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention; Program Administration and Planning Funding ESG: $184,402 Description Support shelter operations and services for victims of domestic violence. Provide rapid re-housing and homelessness prevention for homeless households or those at risk of homelessness, including medium -term rental assistance, security and utility deposits, and rental application fees. Support HMIS. Management and oversight of the ESG Program by the Collier County Community and Human Services Division. All allowable/eligible activities for admin. Target Date 9/30/2017 Estimate the number and type of persons that will benefit from the proposed activity Tenant based rental assistance/rapid rehousing: 3 households assisted Homeless person overnight shelter: 600 persons assisted Other – organizations assisted: 1 organization Location Description Collier County 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1402 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 130 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Planned Activities Emergency shelter, rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, HMIS support, ESG program administration CDBG Total $3,305,571 HOME Total $824,284 ESG Total $184,402 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1403 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 131 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 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 Collier County and the City of Naples participate together in the Urban County CDBG Program. Marco Island, an incorporated city within the County, opted out of participation in 2012. Over the next program year, the County anticipates spending 34% of its CDBG funds in Immokalee and 40% in Naples (including citywide activities and those in the Bayshore CRA). Immokalee activities include youth programs at the Boys and Girls Club, infrastructure improvements in the CRA and at Faith Landing, facility improvements to the David Lawrence Center, and housing rehabilitation at Timber Ridge at Sanders Pines. Activities in Naples include sidewalk improvements, stormwater and fire suppression system improvements in the Bayshore CRA, and facility renovations at Catholic Charities’ Judy Sullivan Family Resource Center. The remaining funds will be allocated to projects with the potential to serve residents throughout the County. Geographic Distribution Target Area Percentage of Funds Immokalee 34% Naples 40% Table 55 - Geographic Distribution Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically The following two maps depict the low- and moderate-income block groups within Collier County. The areas shaded on the maps will generally be prioritized for allocation of Consolidated Plan resources, however, individual low- and moderate-income persons residing anywhere in Collier County may be eligible beneficiaries of CDBG funds. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1404 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 132 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1405 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 133 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1406 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 134 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Affordable Housing AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) Introduction The need for affordable rental and homeownership housing was a common theme heard during the Consolidated Plan development process. The greatest need is among renters with very low incomes, large families, immigrant families, and residents with disabilities. To address these needs, the County will use HOME, ESG, and CDBG funds to support the development of new affordable units and the rehabilitation of existing units. In several instances, the County will use grant funds for public infrastructure improvements or other site improvements that will support development or rehabilitation of affordable units. The County will also continue to offer its rapid re-housing and homelessness prevention for homeless families or those at risk of homelessness. Goals for the number of households to be supported in 2016-2017 are provided below. Please note these are goal estimates. Payments to subrecipients for individual projects and/or activities are not contingent on meeting annual outcome indicators shown below. One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless 600 Non-Homeless 91 Special-Needs 0 Total 691 Table 56 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance 3 The Production of New Units 4 Rehab of Existing Units 74 Acquisition of Existing Units 0 Total 81 Table 57 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type Discussion Over the next year, the County anticipates supporting a total of 91 households, including 4 households through the construction of new units at Arrowhead Reserve, 74 households through external rehabilitation and site improvements at Timber Ridge at Sanders Pines, and 3 through rental assistance. Additionally, 10 non-homeless households are anticipated to be supported with first time homebuyer assistance. The County will also provide funding for the Shelter for 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1407 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 135 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Abused Women and Children, which is estimated to assist 600 homeless persons in 2016-2017. Although the County will not provide funding for housing for special needs households, CDBG- funded security improvements at the Shelter for Abused Women and Children will improve home safety for domestic violence victims. Also, facility improvements at the David Lawrence Center will allow it to better assist persons with mental health issues. The County will also provide funding for infrastructure improvements associated with the development of 46 affordable owner-occupied units at Faith Landing and site improvements for 18 single-family rental units at Hatchers Preserve, although no CDBG or HOME funds will be used for housing construction at either property. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1408 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 136 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) Introduction The Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) is an independent authority established under state law and is separate from the general control of the County. The mission of the CCHA is to offer a choice of decent safe and diverse affordable housing, with opportunity for low - income households to achieve economic independence in living environments free from discr imination. The Authority fulfills this mission by offering a variety of subsidized housing options to low - income residents of Collier County. These options include 641 units of farmworker housing funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the administration of 466 Housing Choice Vouchers, and management of 30 units of senior housing in Immokalee. Unlike most public housing authorities, the CCHA has no HUD-funded public housing units. Actions planned during the next year to address the needs of public housing The CCHA has received a $9.25 million grant from USDA to fund renovation of 315 of its farmworker housing units. The 18-month renovation program is expected to be completed in 2017. In addition, CCHA adheres to a routine maintenance program for its farmworker and other physical housing units and conducts regular maintenance as needed. Additionally, the CCHA will employ the following strategies to address the housing needs of Collier County families: Assist as many extremely low-income, very low-income, and low-income individuals and households as possible with the federal resources that have been awarded to CCHA. Increase the number of affordable housing units by applying for additional Section 8 vouchers should they become available. Leveraging affordable housing resources in the community through the creation of mixed - financed housing. Pursuing housing resources other than Section 8 tenant-based assistance. Target available assistance to families at or below 30% of AMI, homeless, and the elderly by continuing to do outreach to community partners that serve the low -income, homeless, and the elderly. Maintain or increase Section 8 lease-up rates by marketing the program to owners, particularly those outside of areas of minority and poverty concentration. Participate in the Consolidated Plan development process to ensure coordination with broader community strategies. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1409 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 137 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership Interested voucher holders are encouraged to join the CCHA’s Section 8 Advisory Board, which gives them a formal opportunity to offer input on the voucher program to CCHA. The Board reviews CCHA’s PHA plans and the agency’s progress toward its goals. If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance The Collier County Housing Authority is not designated as troubled. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1410 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 138 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) Introduction The County will use ESG funding to support shelter operations, serving 600 battered women and children, to fund licensing for the HMIS system, and to serve approximately 3 families with rental assistance. 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 Collier County will conduct outreach to homeless persons through its rental assistance pr ogram which offers rapid rehousing, through homeless shelter providers such as the Shelter for Abused Women and Children and Youth Haven, and through other partners providing public services for homeless persons or persons at risk of homelessness. The County anticipates that it will serve 3 homeless or at risk households through its rental assistance program and 600 homeless women and children through the Shelter. The County will also allocate $40,000 (with any residual being applied to the rapid rehousing and homelessness prevention rental assistance program) to the Hunger and Homeless Coalition for HMIS activities, which will ultimately help the CoC better assess the needs of homeless persons in Collier County. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Through funding to the Shelter for Abused Women and Children, Collier County will provide emergency and transitional housing, along with supportive services, for victims of domestic violence. With anticipated funding of approximately $110,000, the Shelter estimates it will serve 600 homeless women and children in 2016-2017. In addition to providing funds for shelter operations, the County will also make a grant to the Shelter for improve security systems at its main campus and in its scattered-site transitional housing units. Also, while not a subrecipient this year, Youth Haven has received CDBG funds through Collier County in the past, and will continue providing emergency housing and supportive services to homeless youth. 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 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1411 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 139 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) recently homeless from becoming homeless again Over the next year, Collier County will continue to operate its rental assistance program, which provides rapid re-housing program and homelessness prevention. This program is designed to shorten the period of time that homeless families or individuals experience homelessness. The program funds up a year of short term rental assistance (including up to 6 months of rental arrearage), rental security deposits and last month’s rent, and/or costs such as rental application fees and utilities. For 2016-2017, the County will allocate approximately $20,000 to its rental assistance program, which is anticipated to assist 3 households. 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 To help families and individuals avoid becoming homeless, Collier County will continue to operate its rental assistance program in 2016-2017. This program seeks to prevent homelessness by providing up to a year of short term rental assistance (including up to 6 months of rental arrearage), rental security deposits and last month’s rent, and/or costs such as rental application fees and utilities. Over the next year, the County will allocate approximately $20,000 to its rental assistance program, which is anticipated to assist approximately 3 households. Additionally, through funding from the State of Florida Department of Children and Families, Collier County will continue its Forensic Intensive Reintegration Support Team (FIRST), which provides persons with substance abuse or mental health issues leaving the judicial system with assistance to prevent homelessness or re-incarceration. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1412 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 140 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) Introduction: The Collier County Land Development Code, as amended through December 11, 2014, and the Naples Land Development Code, as amended through October 6, 2015, were each reviewed and evaluated against a list of 15 common fair housing issues. In most cases, the zoning regulations are reasonably permissive and allow for flexibility as to the most common fair housing issues. Remarkably, neither jurisdiction received a high risk score on any of the 15 issues evaluated. However, the County and Naples received medium risk scores on certain issues where the zoning regulations still have the potential to negatively impact fair and affordable housing, and where improvements to the rules and policies could be made to more fully protect the fair housing rights of the County’s residents. 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 Discussion: On paper, the residential zoning criteria for the jurisdictions surveyed are not inherently prohibitive, and yet there is general consensus among residents, planning officials, housing advocates, and other stakeholders that Collier County and Naples suffer from an affordability gap for both affordable and workforce housing. This problem will only grow as rent and home prices are expected to continue to trend upward. Based on 2015 projections provided by the University of Florida’s Shimberg Center for Housing Studies, the County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee estimates that 43% of Collier households pay more than 30% of their income (the limit considered financially healthy) on housing related expenses, and 22% of households spend more than half of their income on housing. The County is embarking on a planning initiative to develop additional incentives and programs to address affordable and workforce housing needs in the community. In March 2016, the Board of County Commissioners directed staff to prepare a community-driven countywide Affordable Housing Plan. The County is currently working to establish a s takeholder committee and charter for the project and will then identify a planning consultant through an RFP process. In Building Capacity for Affordable Housing in Immokalee, the Florida Housing Coalition identifies several potential strategies for addressing barriers to affordable housing, which the County may consider including in its Affordable Housing Plan. While not an exhaustive list of the report’s recommendations, potential strategies include: 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1413 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 141 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Waiving or substantially reducing (rather than deferring) impact fees for affordable housing development for low- and moderate-income households; Allowing and encouraging the use of Accessory Dwelling Units; Prioritizing capital improvements in Immokalee; Providing guidance on suitable types of farmworker housing by zoning district; Improving code compliance efforts at mobile home parks in Immokalee; Revisions to the County’s Local Housing Assistance Plan to require 30- or 50-year affordability periods, rather than the current 15-year requirement; and Reviewing the use of Affordable Housing Density Bonus provisions, including determining how many units have been created under the provision and whether enforcement actions were taken against developers that neglected to provide the agreed upon units. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1414 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 142 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) AP-85 Other Actions Introduction This section details the County's actions planned to ensure safe and affordable housing for its residents, along with plans to meet underserved needs, reduce poverty, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private sector housing and community development agencies. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs To help remove obstacles to meeting underserved needs and improve service delivery, Collier County will work with local non-profits and other subrecipients to coordinate the work of social service organizations, disseminate news and information, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs. Specifically, the County will work on projects to construct and improve public infrastructure and facilities to support the development of affordable housing and benefit low- and moderate-income families; provide public services such as afterschool youth programming, transportation for special needs populations, legal assistance, and family safety programs; and make site improvements and rehabilitation to older rental units. The County is continually looking for additional funding to address underserved needs, and has procured SHIP and Criminal Justice, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse grants from the State. Over the next year, CHS staff will continue exploring new grant opportunities using grants.gov and other sources, and develop partnerships with local agencies as needed to make grant applications. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing During the 2016-2017 program year, Collier County will foster the development of new affordable housing by providing funds for infrastructure and site improvements at Faith Landing (a Habitat for Humanity project that will provide affordable homeownership opportunities) and Hatchers Preserve (to support development of affordable rental units). The County will also provide funding for site improvements to support affordable single- and multifamily housing rehabilitation at Timber Ridge at Sanders Pines Reserve. Using HOME funds, the County will assist with development of affordable single-family rental units at Arrowhead Reserve. The County is also embarking on a planning initiative to develop additional incentives and programs to address affordable and workforce housing needs in the community. With the assistance of a consultant, the County anticipates beginning work on a countywide Affordable Housing Plan during the next year. Additionally, the County will continue to work with CCHA, which helps foster affordable housing using federal resources it has been awarded. The County will use several strategies including: 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1415 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 143 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Increase the number of affordable housing units by applying for additional Section 8 vouchers should they become available. Leveraging affordable housing resources in the community through the creation of mixed - financed housing. Pursuing housing resources other than Section 8 tenant-based assistance. Target available assistance to families at or below 30% of AMI, homeless, and the elderly by continuing to do outreach to community partners that serve the low -income, homeless, and the elderly. Maintain or increase Section 8 lease-up rates by marketing the program to owners, particularly those outside of areas of minority and poverty concentration. Participate in the Consolidated Plan development process to ensure coordination with broader community strategies. Actions planned to develop institutional structure The development of social service collaborations across the region to coordinate the work of social service organizations, disseminate news and information, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs is necessary to assist the community in overcoming gaps in services for low- and moderate-income persons, homeless persons, and special needs populations. In their Building Capacity for Affordable Housing in Immokalee report, the Florida Housing Coalition identified potential ways to improve coordination and strengthen institution al structure advance affordable housing, including enhanced marketing of first-time homebuyer opportunities by the County through existing organizations such as Rural Neighborhoods, the Immokalee Interagency Council, and other local organizations that work with low-income groups. This study also identified the need for leadership around affordable housing. While there have been several initiatives dedicated to the issue, action has been limited. The Housing Coalition suggests the need for an ongoing leadership team consisting of government and private sector partners. To that end, the County is currently in the process of establishing a stakeholder committee to lead preparation of a countywide Affordable Housing Plan. Additionally, the County anticipates hiring an additional staff member in 2017 to assist with coordinating leadership around affordable housing. Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies The County will work to foster collaboration through dissemination of services, news, and information across social service organizations, subcontractors, and public and private entities. One way the County will accomplish this is through subrecipient meetings that bring together affordable housing developers and social service agencies. Additionally, development of the 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1416 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 144 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) countywide Affordable Housing Plan over the next year will require input from and coordination of both housing providers and social service agencies. The County will encourage community- based solutions and regional partnerships, and will continue to support and participate in the CoC, whose membership includes both affordable housing and social service agencies. Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards The incidents of childhood exposure to lead-based paint hazards has steadily decreased in the County, with recent 2010-2014 ACS data indicating that 2% of children under the age of 6 are at risk of lead-based hazards. The County’s health department will continue lead screenings and also properties proposed for rehabilitation will be screened for lead -based paint and property owners are provided with educational information. The County will continue to comply with federal regulations related to this hazard. Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families The County will continue development in its two designated CRAs and continue to allocate entitlement funding there. As funding is available, the County will promote job training, employment services, and small business and micro enterprise development through partnerships with local colleges, chambers of commerce, incubators, and business development centers. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1417 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 145 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) Program Specific Requirements AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) Introduction: In AP-90, Collier County provides information required by regulations governing the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, the HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) program, and the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) program. Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(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 of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed $0 2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan $0 3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlement s $0 4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan. $0 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. 100% 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1418 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 146 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(2) 1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section 92.205 is as follows: Not applicable. Collier County does not anticipate using any other forms of investment beyond those identified in Section 92.205. 2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds when used for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows: Collier County operates a Down Payment Assistance and an Acquisition/Development program, both of which use HOME funds to assist homeowners or homebuyers and therefore require Recapture and Resale Provisions. The County’s Recapture and Resale Provisions are included in full in the Appendix. 3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units acquired with HOME funds? See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows: The County’s Recapture and Resale Provisions are included in full in the Appendix. 4. Plans for using HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that is rehabilitated with HOME funds along with a description of the refinancing guidelines required that will be used under 24 CFR 92.206(b), are as follows: Not applicable. Collier County has no plans to use HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing rehabilitated with HOME funds. Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Reference 91.220(l)(4) 1. Include written standards for providing ESG assistance (may include as attachment) Collier County’s ESG Policy and Procedures Manual is attached as an appendix to this Plan. 2. If the Continuum of Care has established centralized or coordinated assessment system that meets HUD requirements, describe that centralized or coordinated assessment system. The CoC is currently developing a coordinated assessment system, in which Collier County will participate. In the meantime, the HMIS is used widely amongst appropriate agencies. 3. Identify the process for making sub-awards and describe how the ESG allocation available to 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1419 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 147 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 07/31/2015) private nonprofit organizations (including community and faith-based organizations). The County provides a competitive process for awarding all entitlement funding. This is widely advertised formally, via email, and at partnership meetings. A review and ranking committee reviews applications for merit and compliance. The CoC is provided an opportunity to support or not support an application. Eventually, the recommended awardees are noted in the Annual Action Plan. All public comment requirements are followed. The Annual Action Plan is presented to the Board of County Commissioners for approval, and then to HUD. 4. If the jurisdiction is unable to meet the homeless participation requirement in 24 CFR 576.405(a), the jurisdiction must specify its plan for reaching out to and consulting with homeless or formerly homeless individuals in considering policies and funding decisions regarding facilities and services funded under ESG. Collier County meets the homeless participation requirement found in 24 CFR 576.405(a) through the Continuum of Care, which is led by the Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition. The CoC comments on funding applications and considers policies regardin g homeless facilities and services. Other organizations representing the homeless provided input for the Consolidated Planning process, and a focus group was held at the Shelter for Abused Women and Children to gather input about housing and community deve lopment priorities. The County will continue to secure consultation with homeless or formerly homeless individuals, along with local organizations that represent and provide services to the homeless. 5. Describe performance standards for evaluating ESG. The County funds the Shelter for Abused Women and Children using ESG funding, and requires that shelter services be provided on a continuous basis throughout the term of the grant and that 100 beneficiaries be served during the grant period. The County’s rapid rehousing program funded using ESG served 7 households in FY2013 and 6 persons in FY2014, with that allocation still being expended. 16.D.4.i Packet Pg. 1420 Attachment: Collier County 2016-20 Con Plan_FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) CONSOLIDATED PLAN 2021-2025 Prepared By: Blulynx Solutions 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1421 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 1 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table of Contents Executive Summary ....................................................................................................................................... 4 ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) ......................................................................... 4 The Process ................................................................................................................................................. 15 PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b) ........................................................................... 15 PR-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.110, 91.200(b), 91.300(b), 91.215(I) and 91.315(I) ............................ 17 PR-15 Citizen Participation – 91.105, 91.115, 91.200(c) and 91.300(c) ................................................. 33 Needs Assessment ...................................................................................................................................... 42 NA-05 Overview ...................................................................................................................................... 42 NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c) .................................................................... 42 NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) ........................................ 54 NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) ............................ 59 NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens – 91.205 (b)(2) .................................. 64 NA-30 Disproportionately Greater Need: Discussion – 91.205(b)(2) ..................................................... 66 NA-35 Public Housing – 91.205(b) .......................................................................................................... 69 NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment – 91.205(c)Introduction: .............................................................. 75 A variety of housing and shelter models are available within the community including emergency shelter (ES), transitional housing (TH), permanent supportive housing (PSH), rapid re-housing (RRH).: ................................................................................................................................................................ 75 NA-45 Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.205 (b, d) ........................................................... 78 NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs – 91.215 (f) ....................................................... 80 Housing Market Analysis ............................................................................................................................. 82 MA-05 Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 82 MA-10 Number of Housing Units – 91.210(a)&(b)(2) ............................................................................. 82 MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a) ............................................................... 85 MA-20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing – 91.210(a)...................................................... 88 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1422 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 2 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing – 91.210(b) .................................................................................... 92 MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services – 91.210(c) .............................................................................. 95 MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services – 91.210(d) ....................................................................... 97 MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing – 91.210(e) .............................................................................. 100 MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets – 91.215 (f) .................................................... 102 MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion ..................................................................................... 108 MA-60 Broadband Needs of Housing occupied by Low- and Moderate-Income Households - 91.210(a)(4), 91.310(a)(2) ..................................................................................................................... 113 MA-65 Hazard Mitigation - 91.210(a)(5), 91.310(a)(3) ......................................................................... 115 Strategic Plan ............................................................................................................................................ 116 SP-05 Overview ..................................................................................................................................... 116 SP-10 Geographic Priorities – 91.215 (a)(1) .......................................................................................... 119 SP-25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2)....................................................................................................... 122 SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions – 91.215 (b) .............................................................................. 130 SP-35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2) ................................................................. 131 SP-40 Institutional Delivery Structure – 91.215(k) ............................................................................... 135 SP-45 Goals Summary – 91.215(a)(4) ................................................................................................... 141 SP-50 Public Housing Accessibility and Involvement – 91.215(c) ......................................................... 145 SP-55 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.215(h) ................................................................................. 145 SP-60 Homelessness Strategy – 91.215(d) ............................................................................................ 146 SP-65 Lead based paint Hazards – 91.215(i)y ....................................................................................... 148 SP-70 Anti-Poverty Strategy – 91.215(j) ............................................................................................... 149 SP-80 Monitoring – 91.230 ................................................................................................................... 149 Expected Resources .................................................................................................................................. 151 AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) ......................................................................................... 151 Annual Goals and Objectives ..................................................................... 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Bookmark not defined. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1423 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 3 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives ...................................................................................................... 155 Projects ................................................................................................................................................. 158 AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) ................................................................................................................... 158 AP-38 Project Summary ........................................................................................................................ 161 AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) ........................................................................................... 171 Affordable Housing ............................................................................................................................... 172 AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) ................................................................................................. 172 AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) ......................................................................................................... 173 AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) .......................................................... 175 AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) ................................................................................. 177 AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) .......................................................................................................... 177 Program Specific Requirements ............................................................................................................ 181 AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) .................................................................... 181 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1424 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 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 The 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan for Housing and Community Development provides the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) with information on Collier County’s intended uses of funds HUD's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) programs. The County allocates the annual funding from these programs to public, private, or non-profit parties consistent with HUD program goals and requirements. Below is a list of each of the grant program objectives: CDBG Program: Provide decent housing, creating suitable living environments, and expanding economic opportunities principally for low- and moderate-income persons. HOME Program: Provides funding for 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 people. ESG Program: ESG funds improve the number and quality of emergency shelters for homeless individuals and families, help operate shelters, provide essential services to shelter residents, rapidly rehouse homeless individuals and families, and prevent families and individuals from becoming homeless. The County submits the Consolidated Plan to HUD every five years and has a program year beginning October 1 and ending September 30. The County’s Annual Action provide a concise summary of the actions, activities, and specific federal and nonfederal resources that will be used each year to address the priority needs and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. The County has identified the following Goals to be addressed over the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan period and during the 2021 Annual Action Plan: Goal # Goal Name 1 Housing Affordability 2 Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention 3 Public Facilities 4 Public Infrastructure Improvements 5 Public Services 6 Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Choice 7 Program Administration and Planning 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1425 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 5 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Community Profile and Needs The Collier County Consolidated Plan relies upon multiple forms of qualitative and quantitative data as well as community input in order to identify housing, homelessness, and community development needs and trends. This picture of need is the basis of the proposed objectives and outcomes for the 2021 Consolidated Plan. In addition to the US Census, updated American Community Survey (ACS) data and community surveys that provides the foundation for development of the document, the Cities of Naples, Everglades, and Marco Island built on the work of several active committees and recent studies that addressed housing, homeless and community development. The assessment was also informed by additional consultations with city officials and other important stakeholders such as the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, United Way of Collier County, and the Collier County Homeless Coalition. In 2020, the County’s economy has continued to diversify and improve, while at the same time leaving many in the community still struggling to find jobs with wages to cover increasing housing costs. There is a significant number of households who cannot meet the basic needs for food, shelter, medical care, and transportation. In addition, there are a growing number of seniors, persons with disabilities, and others who are unable to work. These factors, combined with a very tight housing market, have resulted in many households paying more than they can afford, and a growing number of persons experiencing homelessness. It is important to note that the impacts of the COVID-19 are too recent to be reflected in the 2020 and 2019 ACS data used for the analysis provided below. Population Growth As noted in the 2019 Census American Community Survey, Collier County, Florida had a total population of 384,902 of which 195,189 or 50.7% are female and 189,713 or 49.2% are males when compared to 2010, County’s population was 322,472 with 162,493 or 50.3% of females and 159,979 or 49.6% of males. Therefore, reflecting a 19.3% population increase in the Collier County. Population grew to 21,812 in Naples, 7.32% increase since 2010. The population also increased in Marco Island to 17,834, a 5.14% increase since 2010. Last, Everglades City’s population decreased to 190, a 41.89% decrease since 2010. Accounting for population growth over the last 10 years, Collier County is expected to continue to grow over time. Age Distribution The population of Collier County is aging. According to ACS, in 2010 there were 70,289 people aged 60 to 75 and this grew to 87,042 in 2019. For the same period, there were 193,930 people under the age of 55 in 2010, which has also risen to 205,929 in 2019. Racial and Ethnic Composition Collier County is becoming increasingly racially and ethnically diverse. Latino residents are the fastest growing population, representing 28.6% of the population in the County in 2019. While 11.5% of the population is non-white comprised of 28,704 African Americans, 6,961 Asians, 1,768 American Indian and Alaska Natives, and 6,414 multi-racial persons. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1426 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 6 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Household Composition As of 2019, Collier County has a total of 140,578 households. There were 10,797 households in Naples, 8,379 in Marco Island, and 101 in Everglades City. In Collier County, of the 140,578 total household there were 10,194 single female-headed households and 4,417 single male-headed households. There has also been a significant increase in nonfamily households 43,299 which now make up 30.8% of all households as compared to 2010 which had 37,996 or 32.12%. The largest growth in household type is non-family households which increased 13.95% between 2010 and 2019. In 2019, the average household size is 2.71 in Collier County. Multigenerational living is defined as residing in a home with three or more generations. According to Generations United, the past ten years have seen a remarkably large leap in multigenerational living, from 7% of Americans 2011 to 26% of Americans in 2021. As noted in the 2010 Census, Collier County had a total of 118,258 households of which 2.6% (3,022)% were living in multigenerational households. This data is collected during the decennial census every ten years and this data is the most recent data available. MULTIGENERATIONAL HOUSEHOLDS Label Estimate Percent Multigenerational Households 3,022 2.6% Other Households 115,236 97.4% TOTAL 118,258 100% Source: 2010 American Community Survey, 2010: ACS 1-Year Estimates Detailed Tables Income and Poverty According to 2019 ACS, the median income of households in Collier County, Florida was $76,025. An estimated 4.8% of households had income below $10,000 a year and 13.1% had income over $200,000 or more. The Median Household Income for Collier County is higher than the US ($65,712) and our northern county, Lee County ($57,832). While income has risen slightly there remain many low wage jobs and data has shown this contributes to financial instability as evidenced by other indicators: 6.5% or 9,164 residents receive food stamp benefits (SNAP), 61% of students are eligible for free and reduced lunch. In 2019, 48,825 individuals in Collier County had incomes below 125 % of the poverty levels as indicated in the chart below. % 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1427 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 7 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Source: https://dch.georgia.gov/document/document/2019-federal-poverty-guidelines/download 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1428 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 8 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Persons with Disabilities According to the 2019 ACS, of the total Collier County population of 384,902 there were 47,569 people, or 12.3%, living with one or more disabilities. The highest reported disabilities include ambulatory at 6.3%, cognitive at 3.9%, and difficulty with independent living 5.2%. Persons Experiencing Homelessness The 2021 Point-in-Time Count (PIT) identified 568 people in Collier County experiencing homelessness, a 5.8% decrease from 2020. Over 25% of this population, or 144 individuals, met HUD’s definition of unsheltered. As a disclaimer, these numbers may be under reported due to COVID. The 2021 PIT count also found that 169 persons experiencing homelessness were seriously mentally ill, 198 reported substance abuse, 34 were veterans, 49 were seniors, and 49 were families with comprised of adults and 109 children. For FY 2021, Collier County reported that 568 unduplicated individuals who were homeless received human services from one or more agencies. During the 2020-2021 school year, the Collier County public school reported 805 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1429 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 9 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) homeless youth, includes students who are staying with friends or family. The reported number includes 183 homeless youth (16 and older) who were unaccompanied. Persons with Special Needs who are not Homeless. Limited new data exists specific to non-homeless special needs populations in Collier County. There are numerous sub-populations in this community. Of those, there are some that have both enough and unique housing and service needs that warrant identification. Those include the following: families with children, seniors, ex-offenders, people with HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, people with drug and alcohol addictions, people who are evicted or foreclosed, people with physical and mental disabilities, veterans, youth and young adults, and youth aging out of foster care. Employment and Economy Economic conditions in Collier County have recovered significantly in the past decade, and the County has emerged as a more diversified economy than it was before the Great Recession. The number of jobs has grown steadily during the decade, and unemployment rates have remained relatively low during recent years (below 3%). Wages have slightly risen 1.9% in the County as reflected in the household earnings chart below: Household Earnings 2017-2019 Collier County, Florida 2017 2018 2019 $40,622.00 $40,892.00 $41,415.00 Source: Census, ACS Estimates 2017-2019, data.census.gov As of 2019, there were 166,353 (50.7%) persons in the labor force 16 years and older and 161,557 (49.3%) not in the labor force. According to 2019 ACS estimates, 4,929 or 1.5% of the total population was unemployed. While there have been recent and significant job losses as a result of COVID-19, it is unclear how sustained these job losses will be as social distancing measures diminish. It is apparent however that many people with limited incomes are experiencing financial instability as a result of recent events. Housing Units and Tenure According to 2019 ACS estimates, the County had a total of 222,289 housing units. The majority of the housing units are single family 1-unit detached unit structures at 90,552 (40.7%) of the total units. The remainder consisting of 1-unit, attached at 15,145 (6.8%), 2-9 multi-family units at 44,174 (20.1%), 10-20 multi-family units at 59,697 (26.9%) and a small share of mobile/manufactured homes at 12,499 (5.6%) of the housing units. Housing Cost Burden 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1430 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 10 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) While wages and incomes have continued to rise in recent years, they have not kept pace with the cost of both owner and rental housing in Collier County. From 2010 to 2019, Median Household Income increased 44% from 2010 at $52,730 to 2019 at $76,025. Housing costs in the county area have risen more sharply since 2010, especially in recent years. According to 2019 ACS estimates, the County’s median home prices have increased by 44.8% between 2010 and 2019, reaching $370,000. The County’s median gross rental rates have also increased substantially faster than incomes and the home values. Between 2010 and 2019, the median rental rate rose to 48.3% from $942 in 2010 to $1,397 in 2019. As a result, many households pay more for housing than is affordable, or are unable to afford any housing. Households paying more than 30% of household income are considered to have a ‘housing cost burden’. According to 2019 ACS, a total of 19,977 of renters in Collier County have cost burdens greater than 30% of their income, while a total of 14,910 of homeowners have cost burdens greater than 30% but less than 50% of their income. HUD Comprehensive Housing Affordable Strategy (CHAS) (2011-2015) data estimates the County had a total of 13,977 renter households and 14,154 of owner households spent more than 30% of their income on housing costs. Housing Conditions and Lead Based Paint The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s Report on the National Survey of Lead-Based Paint in Housing released in 1995 found that 83% of the nation’s privately owned housing units built before 1980 had lead-based paint somewhere in the building. The study suggests that older homes are more likely to have lead-based paint than newer homes. According to the 2019 ACS, approximately 17% (37,852) of the total housing units were built prior to 1980 may be at risk of containing lead-based paint. Lead-based paint numbers are estimated since census data is not broken out annually. Since lead-based paint was outlawed in 1978 and census data is not available annually, all housing built after 1980 was excluded from the potential pool of housing potentially contaminated with lead-based paint. Despite the age of the housing stock, the physical condition of the housing in Collier County is generally good, as there are relatively few housing units (1,715) in the area that are considered substandard according to HUD. Based on input received during provider and public consultations, units available to low-income residents tend to have more significant issues, and because of the scarcity of affordable low-income housing, residents are reluctant to raise their concerns for fear of losing the housing. 2. Summary of the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Needs Assessment Overview During the development of the Consolidated Plan, seven priority needs were identified. The priority needs and associated goals for 2021-2025 are summarized below: 1. Housing Affordability • New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Housing for Homeownership • New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Housing for Rental Housing 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1431 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 11 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) • Homebuyer Assistance • CHDO Set-Aside • Tenant Based Rental Assistance 2. Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention • Support Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless • HMIS Support • Provide Rapid Re-Housing and Homelessness Prevention 3. Public Facilities • Improve Public Facilities • Improve Other Facilities 4. Public Infrastructure Improvements • Public Infrastructure Improvements 5. Public Services • Provide Public Service 6. Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Choice • Provide assistance and education to homebuyers. 7. Program Administration and Planning • Program Administration 3. Evaluation of past performance Each year, Collier County reports its progress in meeting the five-year and annual goals in the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER). Listed below are some of the goals and accomplishments in the County’s Fiscal Year (FY) 2019 CAPER. The County successfully utilized CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds by increasing housing assistance for low- and moderate-income persons and allocating funds to public infrastructure and facility improvements, public services to local non-profit organizations to provide essential social services for the homeless, LMI persons, and non-homeless special needs population, affordable housing initiative and at-risk of homelessness activities. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1432 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 12 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) For FY2020, the fourth year of the Consolidated Plan period, Collier County made significant strides in meeting the strategic plan objectives. Collier County expended an estimated $2,669,701.85 in CDBG, HOME, and ESG funding on activities meeting its strategic plan goals and assisted approximately 391 persons through public services, land acquisition to benefit 51 households with future affordable housing, public facilities and infrastructure projects also had an area wide benefit of over 24,587 low-moderate persons in the County. 4. Summary of citizen participation process and consultation process During the preparation of Collier County’s FY2021-2025 Consolidated Plan and FY2021 Action Plan, a Public Hearing was held on May 3, 2021 to obtain the specific housing and related services needs for the County. All comments received have been included in this Consolidated Plan. The following methods were used to obtain public and private input: • Two needs assessment meetings were held on February 17, 2021 to obtain the specific housing and related services needs for the County. • A 30-day comment period was held from April 30, 2021 through May 31, 2021 for the public to review and provide comments on the Annual Action Plan. The plan was available for review in hard copy at the County’s Community and Human Services Division and on the County’s website at https://www.colliercountyfl.gov/your-government/divisions-a- e/community-and-human-services 5. Summary of public comments Below are the summary comments received during the needs assessment meeting. Question 1. What do you believe are the greatest community development needs in the area? Where are these needs most acute? Responses: • Affordable Housing is a large need • There is a deferred maintenance of affordable housing due to past Hurricane Irma • High need for affordable housing in Immokalee • Habitat for Humanity is a proponent affordable housing • There is a high need for senior housing and workforce housing • Access to affordable housing across the spectrum • There are no county incentives for affordable housing • Rural neighborhoods have a high need for rental for low-income households • Land development cost are extraordinarily high • Habitat builds 90-100 per year but still have a waiting list • Other needs include food deserts, low access to transportation, emergency beds and transitional shelters, and not enough housing 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1433 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 13 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) • Bulk of the economy is in the coastal areas in Collier. • Rural areas have several low wages jobs • Majority of income for Collier County residents earn less than $35,000 a year. • 2-bedroom rent is about $1,500 per month • Median home prices in Collier are $550,000 • There is a high influx of out of state persons using up affordable rental property. Question 2 What do you believe are the greatest fair and affordable housing needs in the area? Where is this housing most needed? • The greatest need is access to housing under $400,000. • Lots of development of Condo’s that are under $300,000 with HOAs which makes it unaffordable. • Strong coalition of nonprofit network • Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance is currently building 128 affordable units. Question 3. Do area residents of similar incomes generally have the same range of housing options? No, there are not good housing options for low wage earners. Low wage earners may have to rent a room or substandard units. Question 4. Are there any barriers other than income/savings that might limit housing choices? Primary barrier is affordability, clients have to decide where to live. Question 5. Are public resources (e.g., parks, schools, roads, police & fire services, etc.) invested evenly throughout all neighborhoods? • County has put in sufficient efforts to ensuring equal resources like parks in all areas. • There is a greater focus on public resources available throughout the County. • 80% of Collier is restricted by wetlands. • Rural Neighborhood, a nonprofit organization, has acquired affordable rental housing and will build 400-unit apartment complex. Other Comments: 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1434 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 14 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The issue of persons who are not legal remains with any funds appropriated from Collier County since there was an Executive Summary passed by the BCC for housing programs back in 2016 that stated in Collier funds would be used for U.S. citizens and registered aliens. 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them. All comments were accepted. 7. Summary In summary, the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan have been developed with community input and reflect the needs of the County. Many components of the Consolidated Plan were built on prior plans and strategies generated by local input. During the next Five-year Consolidated Plan period the County will continue to utilize CDBG, HOME and ESG funding to address the priority needs of low-income households. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1435 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 15 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The Process The Consolidated Plan was developed through extensive consultation with partner organizations and other stakeholders, as well as broad input from community members. Several intergovernmental and advisory committees—representing the affordable housing provider, advocates, and other key community stakeholders—played an integral role. The Consolidated Plan also incorporated valuable data and analysis from several recently published reports on demographic, housing, community, and economic development conditions and needs. Service providers also shared their insights through an online survey. Extensive public outreach was conducted to allow other community members to share their insights during the planning process through public hearings, and online surveys. This section summarizes the extensive consultation and citizen outreach conducted. PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies 24 CFR 91.200(b) 1. Describe 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 administration of each grant program and funding source. Agency Role Name Department/Agency CDBG Administrator Collier County Community & Human Services Division HOME Administrator Collier County Community & Human Services Division ESG Administrator Collier County Community & Human Services Division Table 1 – Responsible Agencies Narrative The Collier County Community & Human Services Division is the lead agency responsible for the development, administration, and review of the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan and the 2021 Annual Action Plan. The Division administers Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and coordinates execution of projects related to the priorities and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1436 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 16 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information Kristi Sonntag, Director Community and Human Services Division 3339 East Tamiami Trail Health and Public Services Building H, Room 213 Naples, Florida 34112 Phone: (239) 252-2486 Fax: (239) 252-2638 Email: Kristi.Sonntag@colliercountyfl.gov Website: http://www.colliergov.net/your-government/divisions-a-e/community-and-human- services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1437 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 17 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) PR-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.110, 91.200(b), 91.300(b), 91.215(I) and 91.315(I) 1. Introduction The County developed an outreach effort to maximize input from a large cross-section of stakeholders. This outreach effort included public meetings, neighborhood meetings, published meeting notices, and a web survey conducted in both English and Spanish. Consultation with the community and affected service providers is a fundamental component of the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan process. Collier County conducted significant consultation with citizens, municipal officials, non-profit agencies, public housing agencies, governmental agencies, and the Continuum of Care in preparing this Plan. The last piece of the stakeholder outreach component involved surveying local broadband and hazard mitigation agencies. Additionally, a total of 536 stakeholders completed surveys inquiring about the community and housing needs throughout the County. The County held two virtual public meetings on February 17, 2021 at 11:00am and 3:00pm through its public participation process prior to the development of the plan and one public meeting to review the draft priorities. These meetings are summarized in the Citizen Participation Section of this plan. Drafts of the plans have been posted on the County webpage. Notices of public meetings and hearings were published in the local newspaper. Stakeholder Focus Groups and Interviews: From February 2021 through April 2021, a series of stakeholder meetings and interviews was conducted to discuss issues and opportunities related to housing and community development needs as well as fair housing issues. Individuals representing government and policy makers, nonprofit organizations, affordable housing providers, and other interested parties were invited to participate to ensure that as many points of view as possible were heard. Over the course of one-on-one interviews and small focus group meetings, approximately five local nonprofit organizations provided their feedback in person. Several meetings were held with the local committees and in other settings. Public presentations of the findings and recommendations from the Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Priority and Needs sections were shared at multiple community meetings in February. Community and Agency Surveys: Separate online surveys were developed to gather information about current community conditions and needs. A total of 536 representatives from community agencies and the public responded to the online survey. This survey sought input from housing community development stakeholders and community members for the purposes of identifying priority needs, reviewing, and providing feedback on the County’s current priorities, and providing feedback on the housing and community development conditions in Collier County. The agency survey received responses from a range of organizations including city agencies, housing providers, and social service providers and advocate groups. The participating agencies provide social services support to low-income and near-homeless populations to maintain housing and secure available public and private resources. Agencies providing temporary and 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1438 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 18 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) transitional housing to at-risk populations like single mothers, victims of domestic abuse, elderly, people with disabilities and/or mental illnesses, etc. were identified and reached out to for information through the survey as well as in-depth interviews. Consolidated Plan Advisory Committee: The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee provided input and feedback during several meetings on current housing and community development conditions, needs, and strategies. 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(I)). During the development of the Consolidated Plan, the County sought to encourage a high level of public communication and agency consultation in an effort to demonstrate its commitment to identifying priority needs and engaging the participation of citizens, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations in a positive and collaborative manner. A list of stakeholders and affordable housing providers was developed and included public agencies and private nonprofit organizations whose missions included the provision of affordable housing and human services to LMI households and persons. These stakeholders were invited to participate in needs assessment meetings held for the purpose of developing the Consolidated Plan. The list of stakeholders is included in the Citizen Participation Comments section. Based on the public meetings, a set of priorities was established by the County for the next five years as shown in SP- 25 of this document. 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. Collier County staff attends bi-monthly meetings with the Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County and area service providers to enhance the community's comprehensive Continuum of Care system to end homelessness. This dynamic partnership includes collaborative efforts of a variety of community groups, government agencies. The Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County serves as the Lead Agency and has been designated by the CoC as the Collaborative Applicant to apply for the HUD CoC grant on behalf of Collier County’s Continuum of Care. The County enhances coordination of public, private, and non-profit housing providers, human service agencies, and social service providers through the following actions: Continues to work with other jurisdictions and the Collier County Housing Authority to prioritize housing needs, provide services, and maximize the use of federal, state, and local funds for affordable housing, community development, and related services. Continues to participate in coordinated efforts for shelter and services assisting homeless individuals and families. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1439 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 19 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) County staff participates in many of the committees that provide direction for 10-year plan to end homelessness. 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 Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition (CCHHC) serves as the lead agency for Collier County’s Continuum of Care. Members of the Continuum of Care provided input during stakeholder interviews and in the project selection process. The CoC is responsible for designating a Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and a Lead Agency responsible for its management and has primary responsibility for ensuring that Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) is fully funded with appropriate policies and procedures, which were last updated in 2020. The CoC also works closely Collier County (ESG recipient) to allocate funds and monitor outcomes. 2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations, and others who participated in the process and describe the jurisdictions consultations with housing, social service agencies and other entities. Individual consultations with members of public and non-profit organizations took place throughout the development of the Consolidated Plan. Additionally, a survey was conducted. Input from these meetings and survey information assisted with the identification of community needs, market conditions, priority needs and the resulting strategic plan. 1 Agency/Group/Organization Able Academy Agency/Group/Organization Type Children Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 2 Agency/Group/Organization Boys & Girls Club of Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Youth services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1440 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 20 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 3 Agency/Group/Organization Children's Advocacy Center of Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Youth services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 4 Agency/Group/Organization Collier County Housing Authority Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 5 Agency/Group/Organization Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition Agency/Group/Organization Type Homeless Services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1441 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 21 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 6 Agency/Group/Organization Collier Resource Center, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 7 Agency/Group/Organization Collier Senior Resources Agency/Group/Organization Type Senior Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 8 Agency/Group/Organization David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1442 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 22 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 9 Agency/Group/Organization Drug Free Collier Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 10 Agency/Group/Organization Empty Bowls Naples, Inc Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 11 Agency/Group/Organization Grace Place for Children and Families Agency/Group/Organization Type Youth services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1443 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 23 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 12 Agency/Group/Organization Habitat for Humanity of Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 13 Agency/Group/Organization Harry Chapin Food Bank Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 14 Agency/Group/Organization Hope for Families Ministry Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1444 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 24 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 15 Agency/Group/Organization Immokalee CRA Agency/Group/Organization Type Neighborhood Organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 16 Agency/Group/Organization Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance Agency/Group/Organization Type Fair Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Services - Barriers to Fair Housing How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 17 Agency/Group/Organization Legal Aid Service of Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Legal Services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1445 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 25 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 18 Agency/Group/Organization Lighthouse of Collier Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 19 Agency/Group/Organization Meals of Hope Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 20 Agency/Group/Organization NAMI Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1446 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 26 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 21 Agency/Group/Organization Naples Senior Center at JFCS Agency/Group/Organization Type Senior Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 22 Agency/Group/Organization Our Daily Bread Food Pantry Incorporated Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 23 Agency/Group/Organization Residential Options of Florida (ROOF) Agency/Group/Organization Type Homeless Services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1447 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 27 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Services – Homeless How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 24 Agency/Group/Organization St. Matthews House Agency/Group/Organization Type Homeless Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Services – Homeless How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 25 Agency/Group/Organization St. Vincent de Paul Society, Naples Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 26 Agency/Group/Organization STARability Foundation Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1448 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 28 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 27 Agency/Group/Organization The Immokalee Foundation Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 28 Agency/Group/Organization The Salvation Army Naples Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 29 Agency/Group/Organization The Shelter for Abused Women & Children Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1449 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 29 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 30 Agency/Group/Organization United Way of Collier and the Keys Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 31 Agency/Group/Organization Wounded Warriors of Collier Agency/Group/Organization Type Veterans Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 32 Agency/Group/Organization Youth Haven, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Youth services 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1450 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 30 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Other – Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting Table 2 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1451 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 31 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting. All entities were considered for consultation. Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? Continuum of Care Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County Affordable housing, services, and economic development 10 Year Plan to Prevent Hunger and End Homelessness Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County The Strategic Plan's goals to address homelessness align with Continuum of Care's goals and strategies. Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, 2021 Collier County Barriers to affordable housing opportunities from the Analysis of Impediments were included in this Consolidated Plan. Collier County MHSA Strategic Plan 2019 Collier County The MHSA, adopted in 2019, coordinates assistance for those with mental health and substance abuse in the area. Urban Land Institute Advisory Services Report Collier County The ULI Report defines how the county will expand affordable housing. Table 2 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts 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(l)) In accordance with 24 CFR 91.100(4), the County notified adjacent units of local government of the non-housing community development needs included in its Consolidated Plan. The County will continue to interact with public entities at all levels to ensure coordination and cooperation in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan and thereby maximizing the benefits of the County’s housing and community development activities for the residents being served. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1452 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 32 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Coordination with private industry, businesses, developers, and social service agencies included Individual consultations were conducted with affordable housing developers and the social service agencies. The input received during these consultations informed the development of priority needs and recommended strategies. For example, through consultations with developers, it was determined that there remains insufficient access to affordable housing. Likewise, developers have a difficult time finding developable land for affordable housing. The Collier County staff that coordinated the development of the 2021 Consolidated Plan used the Citizen Participation Plan as a guide for consultations. Consultations were conducted with public and non-profit organizations. There were also several public advisory committees that were consulted. Input received from the consultations informed the Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and Strategic Plan Narrative (optional): Combined, these agencies provide housing and supportive services to the community's special needs populations, including persons with disabilities, homeless families and individuals, chronic homeless persons, persons with HIV/AIDS, and the elderly. In addition to many of the agencies listed above many of the groups and agencies that were consulted provided information during the development of the plan. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1453 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 33 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 citizen participation process and how it impacted goal setting. Collier County staff worked with the community in developing goals and objectives. The developed goals are a result of feedback from the community regarding issues to be resolved and projects in need of funding. Collier County has an adopted Citizen Participation Plan to ensure consistent outreach efforts. A community needs survey in English and Spanish was available to residents, housing service providers. The survey ran from January 12, 2021 through February 5, 2021 and was advertised along with the community, meetings through a newspaper advertisement and English and Spanish. A total of 536 surveys were collected. The community survey was released online and promoted through the County’s Community and Human Services’ web-based resources. The survey respondents ranked helping families with children, providing mortgage and ongoing rental assistance, increasing emergency shelter space/permanent supportive housing, creating jobs in low-income neighborhoods, creating additional rental housing, assisting human service agencies with facilities acquisition or improvements, and housing services as high priorities and needs for the Collier County community. All municipalities were encouraged to have active participation in preparation of the Consolidated Plan by all residents who are affected by Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) funds. The Citizen Participation Plan outlines local responsibilities to provide opportunities for resident involvement. In addition to the survey, residents were invited to participate in an open house to learn about needs identified and strategies being considered to address those needs. Participants were able to provide direct feedback. This feedback informed the selection of priority needs and strategies for the Consolidated Plan, the identification of impediments to fair housing, and the identification of regulatory barriers. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1454 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 34 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Citizen Participation Outreach 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1455 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 35 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Response /attendance Summary of Comments re ceived Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 1 Internet Outreach Non-targeted broad community 536 See Survey Results in Citizen Participation Comments. None https://www.surveymonkey.com/ r/CollierCountyNeeds https://www.surveymonkey.com/ r/ColliernecesitaEspanol 2 Virtual Public Needs Assessment Meetings Housing, community development, and social service organizations Five local organizations attended the Needs Assessment Meeting. Affordable Housing, lack of shelters, need for housing rehabilitation None meet.google.com/ikw-qtfk-jbz 3 Public Hearing Non- targeted/broad community The public was notified of the public meetings via a newspaper ad The County did not receive any comments during the public hearing. All comments were accepted 4 Direct Contact Community Stakeholders, Nonprofits, 27 Community stakeholder interviews were held to assess needs in the County. Consolidated Plan 2020-2025 priority needs were established from comments. N/A N/A 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1456 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 36 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Response /attendance Summary of Comments re ceived Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 5 Newspaper Ad Non-English Speaking - Specify other language: Spanish Nontargeted/ broad community A public notice published in the Naples Daily News on advertised the availability of a draft version of the plan. This draft was accessible online at the Collier County Community and Human Services' website beginning on and ending on during which time public comment could be submitted There were no comments received All comments are accepted, and none rejected Table 3 – Citizen Participation Outreach 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1457 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 37 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Community Profile and Needs The Collier County Consolidated Plan relies upon multiple forms of qualitative and quantitative data as well as community input in order to identify housing, homelessness, and community development needs and trends. This picture of need is the basis of the proposed objectives and outcomes for the 2021 Consolidated Plan. In addition to the US Census, updated American Community Survey (ACS) data and community surveys that provides the foundation for development of the document, the Cities of Naples, Everglades, and Marco Island built on the work of several active committees and recent studies that addressed housing, homeless and community development. The assessment was also informed by additional consultations with city officials and other important stakeholders such as the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee, United Way of Collier County, and the Collier County Homeless Coalition. In 2020, the County’s economy has continued to diversify and improve, while at the same time leaving many in the community still struggling to find jobs with wages to cover increasing housing costs. There is a significant number of households who cannot meet the basic needs for food, shelter, medical care, and transportation. In addition, there are a growing number of seniors, persons with disabilities, and others who are unable to work. These factors, combined with a very tight housing market, have resulted in many households paying more than they can afford, and a growing number of persons experiencing homelessness. It is important to note that the impacts of the COVID-19 are too recent to be reflected in the data used for the analysis provided below. Population Growth As noted in the 2019 Census American Community Survey, Collier County, Florida had a total population of 384,902 of which 195,189 or 50.7% are female and 189,713 or 49.2% are males when compared to 2010, County’s population was 322,472 with 162,493 or 50.3% of females and 159,979 or 49.6% of males. Therefore, reflecting a 19.3% population increase in the Collier County. Population grew to 21,812 in Naples, 7.32% increase since 2010. The population also increased in Marco Island to 17,834, a 5.14% increase since 2010. Last, Everglades City’s population decreased to 190, a 41.89% decrease since 2010. Age Distribution The population of Collier County is aging. In 2010, there were 70,289 people aged 60 to 75 and this grew to 87,043 in 2020. For the same period, there were 136,079 people under age 45 in 2010, which has also risen to 162,534 in 2020. Racial and Ethnic Composition Collier County is becoming increasingly racially and ethnically diverse. Latino residents are the fastest growing population, representing 28.6% of the population in the County in 2019. While 11.5% of the population is non-white comprised of 28,704 African Americans, 6,961 Asians, 1,768 American Indian and Alaska Natives, and 6,414 multi-racial persons. %%% Household Composition 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1458 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 38 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) As of 2020, family households still make up the largest percentage of households with 69.19% (6,441 in Naples, 5,714 in Marco Island, and 57 in Everglades City) and of those, 10,194 of households are single female- headed households. There has also been a significant increase in single person households which now make up 30.80% of all households. The largest growth in household type is non-family households which increased 12.24% between 2010 and 2020. Average household size is 2.71 in Collier County. Multigenerational living is defined as residing in a home with three or more generations. According to Generations United, the past ten years have seen a remarkably large leap in multigenerational living, from 7% of Americans 2011 to 26% of Americans in 2021. As noted in the 2010 Census, Collier County had a total of 118,258 households of which 2.6% (3,022) were living in multigenerational households. This data is collected during the decennial census every ten years and this data is the most recent data available. MULTIGENERATIONAL HOUSEHOLDS Label Estimate Percent Multigenerational Households 3,022 2.6% Other Households 115,236 97.4% TOTAL 118,258 100% Source: 2010 American Community Survey, 2010: ACS 1-Year Estimates Detailed Tables Income and Poverty According to 2019 ACS, the median income of households in Collier County, Florida was $76,025. An estimated 4.8% of households had income below $10,000 a year and 13.1% had income over $200,000 or more. Although growing, the Median Household Income for Collier County is higher than the US ($65,712) and our northern county, Lee County ($57,832). Further, there are many residents in Collier County that are struggling, as evidenced by other indicators: 6.5% or 9,164 residents receive food stamp benefits (SNAP), 61% of students are eligible for free and reduced lunch. Low wages also contribute to financial instability. In 2019, 48,825 individuals in Collier County had incomes below 125%%of the poverty levels as indicated in the chart below. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1459 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 39 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Source: https://dch.georgia.gov/document/document/2019-federal-poverty-guidelines/download 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1460 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 40 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Persons with Disabilities According to the 2019 ACS, of the total population of 384,902 there were 47,569 people, or 12.3%, live with one or more disabilities. The highest reported disabilities include ambulatory at 6.3%, cognitive at 3.9%, and difficulty with independent living 5.2%. Persons Experiencing Homelessness The 2021 Point-in-Time Count (PIT) identified 568 people in Collier County experiencing homelessness, a 5.8% decrease from 2020. Over 25% of this population, or 144 individuals, met HUD’s definition of unsheltered. As a disclaimer, these numbers may be under reported due to COVID. The 2021 PIT count also found that 169 persons experiencing homelessness were seriously mentally ill, 198 reported substance abuse, 34 were veterans, 49 were seniors, and 49 were families with comprised of adults and 109 children. For FY 2021, Collier County reported that 568 unduplicated individuals who were homeless received human services from one or more agencies. During the 2020-2021 school year, the Collier County public school reported 805 homeless youth, includes students who are staying with friends or family. The reported number includes 183 homeless youth (16 and older) who were unaccompanied. Persons with Special Needs who are not Homeless Limited new data exists specific to non-homeless special needs populations in Collier County. There are numerous sub-populations in this community. Of those, there are some that have both enough and unique housing and service needs that warrant identification. Those include the following: families with children, seniors, ex-offenders, people with HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, people with drug and alcohol addictions, people who are evicted or foreclosed, people with physical and mental disabilities, veterans, youth and young adults, and youth aging out of foster care. Employment and Economy Economic conditions in Collier County have recovered significantly in the past decade, and the County has emerged as a more diversified economy than it was before the Great Recession. The number of jobs has grown steadily during the decade, and unemployment rates have remained relatively low during recent years (below 3%). Wages have slightly risen 1.9% in the County as reflected in the household earnings chart below: Household Earnings 2017-2019 Collier County, Florida 2017 2018 2019 $40,622.00 $40,892.00 $41,415.00 Source: Census, ACS Estimates 2017-2019, data.census.gov As of 2019, there were 166,353 (50.7%) persons in the labor force 16 years and older and 161,557 (49.3%) not in the labor force. According to 2019 ACS estimates, 4,929 or 1.5% of the total population was unemployed. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1461 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 41 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) While there have been recent and significant job losses as a result of COVID-19, it is unclear how sustained these job losses will be as social distancing measures diminish. It is apparent however that many people with limited incomes are experiencing financial instability as a result of recent events. Housing Units and Tenure According to 2019 ACS estimates, the County had a total of 222,289 housing units. The majority of the housing units are single family 1-unit detached unit structures at 90,552 (40.7%) of the total units. The remainder consisting of 1-unit, attached at 15,145 (6.8%), 2-9 multi-family units at 44,174 (20.1%), 10-20 multi-family units at 59,697 (26.9%) and a small share of mobile/manufactured homes at 12,499 (5.6%) of the housing units. Housing Cost Burden While wages and incomes have continued to rise in recent years, they have not kept pace with the cost of both owner and rental housing in Collier County. From 2010 to 2019, Median Household Income increased 44% from 2010 at $52,730 to 2019 at $76,025. Housing costs in the county area have risen more sharply since 2010, especially in recent years. According to 2019 ACS estimates, the County’s median home prices have increased by 44.8% between 2010 and 2019, reaching $370,000. The County’s median gross rental rates have also increased substantially faster than incomes and the home values. Between 2010 and 2019, the median rental rate rose to 48.3% from $942 in 2010 to $1,397 in 2019. As a result, many households pay more for housing than is affordable, or are unable to afford any housing. Households paying more than 30% of household income are considered to have a ‘housing cost burden’. A total of 9,545 of renters in Collier County have cost burdens greater than 30% but less than 50% of the Area Median Income, while a total of 14,685 of homeowners have cost burdens greater than 30% but less than 50% of the Area Median Income. Housing Conditions and Lead Based Paint Approximately 17% (37,852) of the total housing units were built prior to 1980 and may contain lead-based paint. Approximately 37,852 homes pose potential lead-based paint hazards in Collier County. Despite the age of the housing stock, the physical condition of the housing in Collier County is generally good, as there are relatively few housing units (1,715) in the area that are considered substandard according to HUD. Based on input received during provider and public consultations, units available to low-income residents tend to have more significant issues, and because of the scarcity of affordable low-income housing, residents are reluctant to raise their concerns for fear of losing the housing. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1462 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 42 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Needs Assessment The Needs Assessment examines needs related to affordable housing, special needs housing, community development and homelessness. With input from data and market analysis, as well as community outreach and stakeholder consultation, the Needs Assessment identifies needs that form the basis for the Strategic Plan section and future programs and projects to implement the strategic plan. NA-05 Overview Needs Assessment Overview Based on HUD provided figures, the following data indicates the number and percentage of renters and homeowners who may be subject to housing problems, based on income level. The current economic recession has substantially increased the number of households experiencing housing problems and cost burdens. HUD receives a “special tabulation” of data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (ACS) that is largely not available through standard Census products. These “special tabulation” data provide counts of the numbers of households that fit certain combinations of HUD-specified criteria such as housing needs, HUD-defined income limits (primarily 30, 50, and 80% of area median income) and household types of particular interest to planners and policymakers. This data, known as the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, is used by local governments for housing planning and as part of the Consolidated Planning process. Assessing the specific housing needs of Collier County is critical to creating a realistic and responsive affordable housing strategy. As such, an assessment of the County’s affordable rental and single-family homes was conducted based on available demographic, economic and housing data for Collier County utilizing HUD’s new eCon Planning Suite downloaded in the Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS). The eCon Planning Suite pre-populates the most up-to-date housing and economic data available to assist jurisdictions identify funding priorities in the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan. Highlights of this assessment are provided in this section. NA-10 Housing Needs Assessment - 24 CFR 91.205 (a,b,c) Summary of Housing Needs According to the 2019 American Community Survey, Collier County is home to 384,902 residents. As indicated below by the ACS data, there were 321,520 residents living in 118,289 households in 2010, as shown in Table 4. As noted in the 2019 ACS, Collier County had a total of 140,578 households. By comparison in 2010, the population and number of households had increased by 19.7%. Likewise, the number of households in 2019 (140,578) also increased by 18.8% since 2010. Compared to the 2019 State of Florida and national figures of $59,227.00 and $65,712.00 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1463 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 43 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) respectively, Collier County has a higher median income of $76,025.00 compared to the state and the national median household income. HOUSING TENURE Estimate Percent Owner-Occupied Housing Units 104,357 74.2% Renter-Occupied Housing Units 36,221 25.8% TOTAL UNITS 140,578 100.0% 2019 ACS (Most Recent Year) Demographics Base Year: 2010 Most Recent Year: 2019 % Change Population 321,520 384,902 19.7% Households 118,289 140,578 18.8% Median Income $52,730 $76,025 44.1% Table 4 - Housing Needs Assessment Demographics Data Source: 2010 ACS (Base Year), 2019 ACS (Most Recent Year) Number of Households Table Table 5 - Total Households Table Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS 0-30% HAMFI >30-50% HAMFI >50-80% HAMFI >80- 100% HAMFI >100% HAMFI Total Households 11,000 13,090 20,790 11,710 54,545 Small Family Households 3,474 4,470 5,800 4,630 18,420 Large Family Households 870 1,430 2,084 710 2,724 Household contains at least one person 62-74 years of age 2,484 3,125 5,380 3,154 18,700 Household contains at least one-person age 75 or older 2,418 3,040 5,169 2,140 10,934 Households with one or more children 6 years old or younger 1,804 2,849 2,868 1,378 4,076 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1464 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 44 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% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Substandard Housing - Lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities 60 190 105 120 475 35 34 145 85 299 Severely Overcrowded - With >1.51 people per room (and complete kitchen and plumbing) 205 340 105 4 654 80 8 30 55 173 Overcrowded - With 1.01-1.5 people per room (and none of the above problems) 555 855 534 160 2,104 169 270 430 195 1,064 Housing cost burden greater than 50% of income (and none of the above problems) 3,180 2,120 860 90 6,250 3,325 2,300 2,175 935 8,735 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1465 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 45 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total Housing cost burden greater than 30% of income (and none of the above problems) 235 1,985 3,440 1,025 6,685 645 1,865 3,205 1,760 7,475 Zero/negative Income (and none of the above problems) 495 0 0 0 495 959 0 0 0 959 Table 6 – Housing Problems Table Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS The following tables identify housing needs by both income bracket and renter/owner. The housing problems are identified as follows: 1. Substandard housing; unit lacking complete kitchen facilities. 2. Substandard housing; unit lacking complete bathroom facilities. 3. Cost burden of more than 30% of the household income (for renters, housing costs include rent paid by the tenant plus utilities; for owners, housing costs include mortgage payments, taxes, insurance, and utilities) 4. Overcrowding: more than one (1) person per room, not including bathrooms, porches, foyers, halls, or half-rooms Severe housing problems are: 1. Substandard housing; unit lacking complete kitchen facilities. 2. Substandard housing; unit lacking complete bathroom facilities. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1466 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 46 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 3. Severe cost burden of more than 50% of the household income (for renters, housing costs include rent paid by the tenant plus utilities; for owners, housing costs include mortgage payments, taxes, insurance, and utilities 4. Severe overcrowding more than 1.5 persons per room, not including bathrooms, porches, foyers, halls, or half-rooms 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% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Having 1 or more of four housing problems 3,995 3,500 1,604 380 9,479 3,600 2,605 2,785 1,265 10,255 Having none of four housing problems 685 2,850 6,005 3,709 13,249 1,270 4,125 10,380 6,340 22,115 Household has negative income, but none of the other housing problems 495 0 0 0 495 959 0 0 0 959 Table 7 – Housing Problems 2 Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1467 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 47 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 3. Cost Burden > 30% Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50-80% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50-80% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Small Related 2,044 2,725 1,850 6,619 974 990 1,440 3,404 Large Related 575 730 245 1,550 225 304 600 1,129 Elderly 804 849 1,133 2,786 2,334 2,539 2,975 7,848 Other 765 900 1,357 3,022 630 493 650 1,773 Total need by income 4,188 5,204 4,585 13,977 4,163 4,326 5,665 14,154 Table 8 – Cost Burden > 30% Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1468 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 48 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 4. Cost Burden > 50% Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50-80% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30-50% AMI >50-80% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Small Related 1,950 1,015 305 3,270 749 635 455 1,839 Large Related 435 85 10 530 130 79 105 314 Elderly 674 740 390 1,804 2,054 1,369 1,395 4,818 Other 715 515 179 1,409 510 268 230 1,008 Total need by income 3,774 2,355 884 7,013 3,443 2,351 2,185 7,979 Table 9 – Cost Burden > 50% Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS In Collier County, the majority of those households experiencing a housing problem are cost burdened or severely cost burdened. Households defined as “other” experience cost burden and severe cost burden at the highest rate. “Other” is a single person or a nonfamily household, meaning several non-related individuals sharing a household. Those small family households (2-4 family members) and those “other” households experience cost burden and severe cost burden at similar rates. Within the 50-80% AMI bracket, nearly half of those households experiencing severe cost burden are elderly households. This is most indicative of elderly homeowners that are living on a fixed income. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1469 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 49 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 5. Crowding (More than one person per room) Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI >80- 100% AMI Total NUMBER OF HOUSEHOLDS Single family households 695 945 589 144 2,373 209 209 375 160 953 Multiple, unrelated family households 65 210 44 10 329 29 69 99 90 287 Other, non-family households 10 50 10 10 80 4 0 0 0 4 Total need by income 770 1,205 643 164 2,782 242 278 474 250 1,244 Table 10 – Crowding Information – 1/2 Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1470 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 50 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Renter Owner 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI Total 0-30% AMI >30- 50% AMI >50- 80% AMI Total Households with Children Present 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Table 11 – Crowding Information – 2/2 Describe the number and type of single person households in need of housing assistance. Estimates of the number of single person households in need of housing assistance are not available for Collier County. In Tables 8 and 9 above, non-elderly single person households are included in the “other” households category, along with non-family households, such as roommates or non-married partner households. Table 8 shows that there are an estimated 3,022 “other” renter households and 1,773 “other” owner households with low or moderate incomes who spend more than 30% of their income on housing. Of these, 48% of renter households and 73% of owner households are also severely cost burdened, meaning that they spend over 50% of their income on housing and may be in the need of 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. According to the 2015-2019 5-Year American Community Survey, there are an estimated 42,528 disabled persons in Collier County, comprising about 11.5% of its population. While housing need is not estimated for the disabled population, the ACS does provide poverty rates by disability status, which can serve as an indicator of potential need, given that households with lower incomes are more likely to have a housing problem. For persons aged 18 to 64, 25% of the disabled population (11,670 persons) is impoverished, compared to 13% of the non-disabled population. For seniors, the poverty rate of disabled persons is 9% (1,983 persons) compared to 6% for those without a disability. Thus, poverty rates suggest that disabled adults in Collier County would be more likely to have difficulty affording housing than their non-disabled counterparts. Additionally, a limited supply of accessible housing, the cost of making needed modifications, and the limited availability of supportive housing for persons with developmental or substance abuse disabilities represent housing needs for the County’s disabled population. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1471 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 51 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) According to the 2021 Point in Time Count, the County served 122 victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, or stalking who were in need of housing assistance. Input from housing and homeless services providers, however, indicates a continued need for housing for domestic violence victims in Collier County. The Shelter for Abused Women & Children operates two 60-bed emergency shelters in Naples and Immokalee as well as nine transitional living cottages in Naples. According to their 2019-2020 Impact Report, there were 1,686 Collier County domestic violence calls to 911 in 2019. As evidence of the continuing need for housing for domestic violence victims, in its last fiscal year, The Shelter provided over 1,500 nights of housing to women and their children, over 14,689 hours of counseling, and education regarding domestic abuse to more than 20,000 professionals and community members. What are the most common housing problems? By far the most common housing problems in Collier County for both owners and renters are cost burdening and severe cost burdening. Table 8 reveals that 13,977 low- and moderate-income renter households spend more than 30% of their income on housing, as do 14,154 low- and moderate-income owner households. Taken together, there are 28,131 cost burdened households with incomes below 80% AMI. Of these, 14,992 households have a severe cost burden (7,013 renters and 7,979 owners), comprising 31% of total low- and moderate-income households, as Table 9 displays. The high rates of cost burden indicate that many households in the County are not able to adequately save for unexpected events and occasionally even planned expenses. It is important to consider that cost burden impacts households across all income brackets. During stakeholder engagements, community members consistently brought up the issue of limited housing options as a concern. This goes past just affordability, but includes accessibility, proximity to household needs, and size. Households may often choose to be cost burdened in lieu of choosing a housing unit that costs less than 30% of their income. This circumstance impacts low- and moderate-income households most often, and more specifically renter households. Crowding (more than one person per room) affects 2,618 renters and 994 owners with low and moderate incomes, or 9% of all households in that income group (Table 10), a considerably lower share than are affected by cost burdens or severe cost burdens. Substandard housing (lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities) affects the smallest number of low- and moderate-income households in Collier County: 355 renters and 214 owners, or 2% of all households with incomes under 80% AMI, according to Table 7. Staff opinion, consultation, and citizen participation demonstrated that the most common housing problems were deferred maintenance, lack of income/savings for down payments, and poor credit scores. These are all consistent with the needs of cost burdened households, and strategies such as housing rehabilitation and down payment assistance were identified as solutions to these problems. Are any populations/household types more affected than others by these problems? 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1472 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 52 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Households with incomes lower than 80% AMI are more affected by housing cost burdens and thus, have the greatest needs. The data in Table 8 reveals that 13,977 low- and moderate-income renter households spend more than 30% of their income on housing, as do 14,154 low- and moderate-income owner households. Over 31% of low-income households are severely cost burdened. 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. Individuals with an imminent risk of residing in shelters or becoming unsheltered typically have a combination of financial factors present in their lives: lack of living wage job, rent consuming more than 30% of their income, and high childcare, medical, or transportation costs. In addition to these factors, individuals at risk of homelessness will often have additional issues present such as family conflicts, domestic violence, doubling up with family members, recent crisis, housing with code or safety violations, family members with disabilities, criminal histories, history of mental health or chemical dependency, difficulty navigating systems to access public benefits or community-based services, and prior experience with homelessness. For formerly homeless families and individuals receiving rapid re-housing assistance but nearing the termination of that assistance, key needs include access to Social Security disability and other benefits; stable employment or access to mainstream job training, employment, and education programs; linkages to health and mental health services; convenient access to affordable childcare and transportation; and continued case management and supportive services. 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: Collier County does not prepare estimates of its at-risk population. The Collier County Continuum of Care (CoC) uses HMIS to collect and track data on housing and services to persons experiencing homelessness and who are at-risk of homelessness. The CoC utilizes HUD’s official definition of at-risk for homelessness released in January 2012. There are three categories to the definition: Individuals and Families; Unaccompanied Children and Youth, and Families with Children and Youth. The Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition’s 2021 Point-in-Time Count of homeless persons identified 568 persons who are experiencing homelessness. Including people staying temporarily with family or friends, in a hotel or motel, or sharing a home on a more or less permanent basis with another family, often living in crowded or inadequate conditions, this number increases to 1,373 persons experiencing homelessness. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1473 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 53 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Specify particular housing characteristics that have been linked with instability and an increased risk of homelessness. The characteristic most closely linked to housing instability is a household’s financial circumstance. Cost burden places households in a situation where unexpected expenses or sheer time of deficit spending may cause a household to become homeless. The United Way Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed (ALICE) Report found that 30% of Collier County households earn the ALICE survival budget or less. The ALICE Report looks at working families and their ability to afford basic needs for the households such as food, clothing, healthcare, transportation, housing, taxes, etc. As cost of housing is a single variable, there are others, too, that may place a household in a vulnerable financial position and increase the chance of becoming homeless. A household that incurs childcare costs that ultimately earns less than 80% of the area median income is at-risk. Additionally, the frequent moves of families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness has placed additional barriers to educational attainment for children. The high housing costs puts household at risk of homelessness at any given time, it is impossible to know which of those households will experience domestic violence, the loss of a job, a death, a health event, or another adverse circumstance that can trigger homelessness. It is extremely difficult to predict the next homeless cases among those who are currently housed. Low incomes and high housing cost burdens are two housing characteristics linked with instability and an increased risk of homelessness. Renters with incomes under 30% AMI and housing costs burdens over 50% are at risk of homelessness, especially if they experience a destabilizing event such as a job loss, reduction in hours, or medical emergency/condition. Additionally, families or individuals doubling up with other, unrelated households are at an increased risk of homelessness. In Collier County, there are 3,774 extremely low-income renter households (under 30% AMI) spending more than 50% of their income on housing. Collier County also has 770 households comprised of multiple, unrelated families living together in overcrowded conditions. Households with members that are elderly, have a disability, or require regular supportive services are also at greater risk. These households, no matter the income bracket, often spend more financial resources on care for these individuals. The care may require time away from work by a family member or require hired help or fee-for-service. In any case, these households are more financially vulnerable; if these households are also earning less than 80% of the area median income, the data shows that this household is likely also cost burdened. These types of households are at increased risk of homelessness. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1474 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 54 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) NA-15 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) Assess 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 HUD defines a disproportionately greater number of housing problems by a racial or ethnic group as when a group experiences housing problem at a rate more than 10% greater than the income group as a whole. The data summarizes the percentage of each minority group experiencing any of the four housing problems: cost burden (paying more than 30% of income for housing); overcrowding (more than one person per room); and lacking complete kitchen facilities or complete plumbing facilities (substandard housing). Income classifications are defined as: extremely low-income (under 30% of HAMFI); low-income (between 30 and 50%); moderate-income (between 50 and 80%); and middle-income (between 80 and 100%). The 2011-2015 CHAS data provided in the tables below include households with or more of the following housing problems: lack of complete kitchen facilities lack of complete plumbing facilities overcrowding (i.e., more than one person per room) cost burden greater than 30% (i.e., spending more than 30% of income on housing-related costs). 0%-30% of Area Median Income 77% of households in Collier County , at extremely low incomes, have one or more housing problems (8,480 as shown in Table 12). Whites and American Indian, Alaska Native are somewhat less likely to experience a housing need (72% and 50%, respectively), while African Americans, Asians, and Hispanics are more so (84-92%). At 0-30% of Area Median Income, Asians (92%) have a disproportionately greater need than the jurisdiction as a whole. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1475 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 55 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 8,480 1,070 1,454 White 4,700 755 1,114 Black / African American 1,010 60 130 Asian 44 0 4 American Indian, Alaska Native 8 4 4 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Hispanic 2,675 240 200 Other 43 11 2 Table 12 - Disproportionally Greater Need 0 - 30% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *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% 30%-50% of Area Median Income Over three-quarters of households with incomes from 30% to 50% AMI have one or more housing problems (76% or 9,960 households). Asians and Whites face housing problems at a somewhat lower rate (55% and 69%, respectively), while other racial/ethnic groups face needs at a higher rate than the jurisdiction as a whole. Two groups have a disproportionately greater rate of housing problems: 88% of African American and 71% of the 14 American Indians/Alaska Natives households have one or more housing needs. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1476 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 56 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 9,960 3,135 0 White 5,100 2,305 0 Black / African American 1,130 148 0 Asian 30 25 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 10 4 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 51 19 0 Hispanic 3,639 634 0 Table 13 - Disproportionally Greater Need 30 - 50% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *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 Of the 20,795 Collier County households with low incomes, 53% have at least one housing problem. As in other income groups, moderate income Whites face housing needs at a somewhat lower proportion than the county overall (51%), while African Americans and Hispanics have higher rate of housing problems (67% and 55%, respectively). Asians have a disproportionately higher incidence of housing need 86% or 189 households. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1477 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 57 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 11,045 9,750 0 White 7,370 7,079 0 Black / African American 709 343 0 Asian 189 30 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 19 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 52 79 0 Hispanic 2,725 2,200 0 Table 14 - Disproportionally Greater Need 50 - 80% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *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 Of the middle-income households in Collier County, 38% or 4,425 have at least one housing problem. No group has a disproportionately greater need than the jurisdiction as a whole. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1478 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 58 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Problems Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 4,425 7,259 0 White 3,170 4,909 0 Black / African American 255 490 0 Asian 49 44 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 8 55 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 10 76 0 Hispanic 933 1,685 0 Table 15 - Disproportionally Greater Need 80 - 100% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *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 Overall, 2011-2015 CHAS data regarding housing problems by income level and race/ethnicity show that need is more common at low incomes households face one or more housing problems. Six groups experience a disproportionately greater incidence of housing needs than the county as a whole. They include low income (30-50% AMI) African American households (of whom 84% face a housing problem) and Asian households (92%) compared to 77% of the jurisdiction as a whole. At moderate incomes (50-80% AMI), African 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1479 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 59 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Americans and Asians face a disproportionate need (67% and 86%, respectively, compared to 53% for the jurisdiction as a whole. Finally, at middle incomes, no group has a disproportionately greater need than the jurisdiction as a whole. NA-20 Disproportionately Greater Need: Severe Housing Problems – 91.205 (b)(2) Assess 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 HUD defines a disproportionately greater housing need when a racial or ethnic group experiences housing problems at a rate over 10percentage points than that of the corresponding income level as a whole. The data table below summarizes the percentage of each racial/ethnic group experiencing housing problems by HUD Adjusted Median Family Income (HAMFI) levels. Where the HUD tables below report AMI, they refer to HAMFI. Housing problems include: • Lacks complete kitchen facilities. • Lacks complete plumbing facilities. • More than 1.5 persons per room • Cost Burden over 50% 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1480 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 60 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 0%-30% of Area Median Income At extremely low incomes, 69% of households in Collier County experience a severe housing problem (7,595 households). About two- thirds of Whites have a severe housing need (65%), as do 76% of African Americans and 74% of Hispanics. Asian households face severe housing problems at a disproportionately greater rate (92% or 44 households). Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 7,595 1,955 1,454 White 4,270 1,180 1,114 Black / African American 915 154 130 Asian 44 0 4 American Indian, Alaska Native 8 4 4 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 48 17 2 Hispanic 2,310 600 200 Table 16 – Severe Housing Problems 0 - 30% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *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% 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1481 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 61 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 30%-50% of Area Median Income At very low incomes (30-50% AMI), 46% or 6,105 Collier County households have a severe housing problem. Whites (44%) and Hispanics (49%) face severe housing problems at rates relatively close to that of the County. African Americans have a disproportionately high rate of severe housing needs – 58% of the 1,285 households have one or more severe housing needs. Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 6,105 6,975 0 White 3,230 4,185 0 Black / African American 740 545 0 Asian 0 55 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 14 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 36 1 0 Hispanic 2,099 2,175 0 Table 17 – Severe Housing Problems 30 - 50% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *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% 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1482 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 62 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 50%-80% of Area Median Income At 50-80% AMI, 21% of low-income households have one or more severe housing needs (4,389 households). At this income level, two racial/ethnic groups have disproportionately high rates of severe housing needs: African Americans (39% or 409 households) and Asians (77% or 1,060 households). Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 4,389 16,385 0 White 2,720 11,719 0 Black / African American 409 639 0 Asian 174 50 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 0 19 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 26 93 0 Hispanic 1,060 3,865 0 Table 18 – Severe Housing Problems 50 - 80% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *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% 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1483 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 63 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 80%-100% of Area Median Income At middle incomes, 14% or 1,645 households have a severe housing problem. African Americans have a disproportionately high rate of severe housing needs (23% or 1,080 households). Severe Housing Problems* Has one or more of four housing problems Has none of the four housing problems Household has no/negative income, but none of the other housing problems Jurisdiction as a whole 1,645 10,049 0 White 1,080 6,999 0 Black / African American 169 575 0 Asian 4 90 0 American Indian, Alaska Native 4 59 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 Other 3 91 0 Hispanic 385 2,235 0 Table 19 – Severe Housing Problems 80 - 100% AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS *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% 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1484 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 64 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Discussion Overall, severe housing problems are most acute at lower income levels. A little over two-thirds (69%) of Collier County households with incomes below 30% AMI face a severe need, as do 69% in the 30-50% AMI income range. As incomes increase, rates of severe housing problems lessen, dropping to 21% at the 50-80% AMI income level and 14% at the 80-100% AMI level. African American households face disproportionately high rate of severe housing needs at three income levels: low, moderate, and middle incomes. Asians are disproportionately affected by severe housing needs at the very low and moderate level incomes. NA-25 Disproportionately Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens – 91.205 (b)(2) Assess 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: Per HUD definitions, a “disproportionate need” exists when any group has a housing need that is 10% or higher than the jurisdiction as a whole. A household is considered cost burdened when they are paying more than 30% of their income towards housing costs, including utilities. This section analyzes the extent of cost burden and identifies populations that are disproportionately affected. Housing Cost Burden Housing Cost Burden <=30% 30-50% >50% No / negative income (not computed) Jurisdiction as a whole 71,165 21,060 17,399 1,485 White 57,740 13,975 11,925 1,130 Black / African American 2,209 1,345 1,299 130 Asian 545 165 214 4 American Indian, Alaska Native 145 14 8 4 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1485 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 65 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Housing Cost Burden <=30% 30-50% >50% No / negative income (not computed) Pacific Islander 0 0 0 0 Other 552 71 114 2 Hispanic 9,974 5,490 3,839 215 Table 20 – Greater Need: Housing Cost Burdens AMI Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS Discussion: According to Table 20, 19% of households in Collier County spend 30-50% of their income on housing-related costs. African American and Latino households are more likely to spend within this range when compared to the jurisdiction overall (26% and 28%, respectively). No racial or ethnic group is disproportionately likely to fall within this category. Severely cost burdened households (i.e., households spending more than 50% of their income on housing) account for 16% of Collier County households, an estimated 17,399 households county wide. Rates of severe cost burdening by race and ethnicity range from 18% for Whites to 30% for African Americans, not including Pacific Islander households, of whom zero face severe cost burdens. African Americans are the only group to face a disproportionately high rate of severe cost burdening (30% versus 16% for the jurisdiction as a whole). Combining the 30-50% and over 50% cost ranges shows that there is a total of 48,049 cost burdened households in Collier County, which constitutes 35% of the county’s total households. By race and ethnicity, rates of cost burdening range from 13% for American Indians/Alaska Natives to 53% for African Americans. Two groups are disproportionately likely to be cost burdened: African Americans (53% or 2,644 households) and Hispanics (48% or 9,329 households). 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1486 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 66 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? The data in the Disproportionately Greater Need section of this document (NA-15 through NA-25) reflects that there are certain races and/or ethnicities that experience housing problems and cost burden at disproportionately higher rates as compared to all households within their same income bracket. This does not imply that explicit/overt policies or actions are being taken to create a market where minorities are not able to afford a quality home or a home at all. What the data in sections Needs Assessment -15 and -20 above more so reflect is the discrepancy in household income of minority populations as compared to the city as a whole. This discrepancy could be caused by a wide range of variables, but in any case, the end result is that a large number of minority households across all income brackets experience housing problems and/or cost burden at rates higher than their non-minority neighbors. Tables 12 through 20 identify several instances of disproportionately greater need, which are summarized below: 1. Housing Problems - At moderate incomes (50-80% AMI), African Americans and Asians face a disproportionate need (67% and 86%, respectively, compared to 53% for the jurisdiction as a whole. Finally, at middle incomes, no group has a disproportionately greater need than the jurisdiction as a whole. 2. Severe Housing Problems – African American households face disproportionately high rate of severe housing needs at three income levels: low, moderate, and middle incomes. Asians are disproportionately affected by severe housing needs at the very low and moderate level incomes. 3. Housing Cost Burdens - Two groups are disproportionately likely to be cost burdened: African Americans (53% or 2,644 households) and Hispanics (48% or 9,329 households). If they have needs not identified above, what are those needs? There is a need for greater distribution of affordable housing across all areas of the County. The primary housing-related needs are identified above and are reflected through the high number of households experiencing cost burden. An extremely low vacancy rate allows landlords, understanding that rental units will not stay vacant long, greater control. This very tight housing market disproportionately impacts low- and moderate-income households as a tight market has contributed to an increasingly expensive one. As rates increase, the portion of housing units on the market for low- and moderate-income residents becomes smaller and smaller. Compounding this, as noted above, minority households often earn less than white households. As minority households earn less and 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1487 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 67 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) have fewer options for rental units, these low- and moderate-income minority populations are vulnerable to landlord-tenant disputes or discrimination in searching for a unit to rent or purchase. Are any of those racial or ethnic groups located in specific areas or neighborhoods in your community? According to the 2010 Census, Collier County’s minority population (including African American, Latino, Asian, Pacific Islander, and Native American/Alaska Native residents) is most heavily concentrated in five census tracts in the Immokalee area, where minority residents constitute over 90% of the population. The majority of the residents in these tracts are Latino, and the second largest share are African American. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1488 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 68 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Ethnicity by Low-Income Census Tracts https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ Six other tracts have minority population shares above 50%. They include four tracts in Golden Gate, one in Naples Manor, and one in Naples near the Gordon River Apartments. In the census tract that includes the Gordon River Apartments, the majority of residents are African American; in the remaining tracts, Latinos make up the largest share. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1489 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 69 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) In summary, the African American and Latino Census Block maps display unique challenges faced by the segregated living patterns in Immokalee and Golden Gate and Naples Manor, that are also in transition. The unique challenges should be considered in examining strategies to invest and preserve neighborhoods, while also fostering more inclusive choices of housing county wide. NA-35 Public Housing – 91.205(b) Introduction The Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) is an independent authority established under state law and is separate from the general control of the County. The mission of the CCHA is to offer a choice of decent safe and diverse affordable housing, with opportunity for low- income households to achieve economic independence in living environments free from discrimination. The Authority fulfills this mission by offering a variety of subsidized housing options to low-income residents of Collier County. The CCHA owns and manages four public housing developments: 276 units of low-income housing in Farm Worker Village, 315 units of farm labor housing also in Farm Worker Village, 30 units of farm labor housing known as Collier Village and a 192-bed dormitory known as Horizon Village. In addition, the Authority serves an estimated 3100 plus people through the administration of the Section 8 rental assistance program and Family Self Sufficiency Program to provide support services targeted to low, elderly, disabled and homeless that live in Collier County. The Housing Authority also administers approximately 4 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. Unlike most public housing authorities, CCHA has no HUD-funded public housing units. Their primary funding is from The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1490 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 70 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Totals in Use Program Type Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * # of units vouchers in use 0 0 0 440 0 438 1 1 0 Table 21 - Public Housing by Program Type *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1491 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 71 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Characteristics of Residents Program Type Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Average Annual Income 0 0 0 12,798 0 12,791 17,509 11,088 Average length of stay 0 0 0 6 0 6 1 8 Average Household size 0 0 0 2 0 2 3 1 # Homeless at admission 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 # of Elderly Program Participants (>62) 0 0 0 161 0 160 0 1 # of Disabled Families 0 0 0 105 0 104 1 0 # of Families requesting accessibility features 0 0 0 440 0 438 1 1 # of HIV/AIDS program participants 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 # of DV victims 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1492 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 72 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table 22 – Characteristics of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) Race of Residents Program Type Race Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * White 0 0 0 276 0 274 1 1 0 Black/African American 0 0 0 162 0 162 0 0 0 Asian 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 American Indian/Alaska Native 0 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 Pacific Islander 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Other 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Table 23 – Race of Public Housing Residents by Program Type 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1493 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 73 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) Ethnicity of Residents Program Type Ethnicity Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project - based Tenant - based Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * Hispanic 0 0 0 176 0 176 0 0 0 Not Hispanic 0 0 0 264 0 262 1 1 0 *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Table 24 – Ethnicity of Public Housing Residents by Program Type Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1494 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 74 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Section 504 Needs Assessment: Describe the needs of public housing tenants and applicants on the waiting list for accessible units: Of the CCHA’s 440 Housing Choice Voucher holders, 105 (24%) were disabled and 161 (37%) were over the age of 62 according to the HUD PIC data displayed in the tables above. These resident characteristics indicate a significant need for accessible housing units. When interviewed for input related to this plan, CCHA staff underscored this need, characterizing the existing housing stock in the County as having very few accessible units. Another need of people with disabilities who may be CCHA residents or on the waiting list is transportation. Enhanced paratransit and regular bus service would assist these residents in being better able to access services. Most immediate needs of residents of Public Housing and Housing Choice voucher holders The most immediate needs of CCHA’s clients are for more affordable housing options, transportation, and childcare. Despite the Housing Choice Vouchers and farmworker housing available through CCHA, there are approximately 1,000 applicants on the voucher waiting list and the list is closed. Rents in the private market are increasing and vouchers cannot keep pace, causing even those with vouchers to have difficulty finding affordable housing. Transportation, both paratransit and regular bus service is an additional need. Routes and hours are limited, making it difficult for voucher holders to access or maintain employment. There are a few programs in the area that provide assistance with the cost of childcare, which is necessary for parents of young children who need to work or look for work. These existing programs work well but cannot meet the high level of need. How do these needs compare to the housing needs of the population at large? The needs of public housing residents and housing choice voucher holders are largely consistent with the needs of the low- and moderate-income population at large. In the general population, tenants are concerned about the quality and affordability of their existing housing. Without the housing subsidies and other supports provided by CCHA, some of the affordability issues faced by the general population are even more acute. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1495 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 75 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) NA-40 Homeless Needs Assessment – 91.205(c)Introduction: A variety of housing and shelter models are available within the community including emergency shelter (ES), transitional housing (TH), permanent supportive housing (PSH), rapid re-housing (RRH).: This section provides an assessment of Collier County’s homeless population and their needs. Data is provided by the Hunger and Homeless Coalition’s 2021 Point in Time Counts (PITC) of sheltered and unsheltered homeless persons in Collier County. 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 individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth): The Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition conducts an annual Point-in-Time Count of homeless persons in Collier County in January of each year. Volunteers for the count included members of the civic and business community, homeless and formerly homeless individuals, and CoC member agency staff. Volunteers attended a training session prior to the count. The table that follows provides the results of the Hunger and Homeless Coalition’s 2021 Point-in-Time Count. As shown, there were 568 homeless persons counted in 2021. In 2021, veterans constituted 5.6% (34 persons), up slightly (29 persons) from the prior year. As of 2021, the largest share of homeless persons was either persons with chronic substance abuse issues (34.85%), individuals with serious mental illness (29.75%), victims of domestic violence (21.47%), and seniors made up 8.6% of the homeless population. These numbers are indicative of a need for housing with supportive services for both persons with disabilities and persons with substance abuse issues. Youth made up a significant share of Collier County’s homeless population. According to the 2021 point-in-time count, on the night of the count, 19.19% or 48 households with 109 children were homeless. Of these 109 children, 53 were in emergency shelter, 44 were in transitional shelter and 12 were unsheltered., which was 21% in 2020. In addition to the Point-in-Time Counts, homeless youth are also counted by the public schools’ liaison for homeless education, who reported serving 805 homeless students. In addition to children who met HUD’s definition of homeless, this count also includes children in families doubling-up with another household, unaccompanied youth staying with friends or family, and children awaiting foster care placement. A person is considered “chronically homeless” when they experience homelessness for a period of 12 consecutive months, or experience four episodes of homelessness within the past three years that total 12 or more months and have a long-term disability. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1496 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 76 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Patterns of homelessness reflect those who are unable to self-resolve their homelessness, are experiencing chronic homelessness, and who are not being adequately served by existing homeless system resources and capacity. Data was not available for 2021, but prior year data was used to draw comparisons of chronic homelessness and to portray a snapshot of this issue within the County. The number of chronically homeless people decreased from 88 in 2019 to 80 in 2020. As a share of the total homeless population, chronically homeless persons decreased from previous years in which the share fluctuated from increased. Address coordinated assessment Coordinated Entry is a streamlined system designed to efficiently match people experiencing homelessness or those at-risk of homelessness to available housing, shelter, and services. It prioritizes those who are most in need of assistance and provides crucial information that helps the Continuum of Care strategically allocate resources. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1497 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 77 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Nature and Extent of Homelessness 2020 Point-in-Time Count 2021 Point-in-Time Count Number Counted Share of Total Number Counted Share of Total Total 603 100% 568 100% HOMELESS STATUS Emergency Shelter 252 42% 245 43.13% Transitional Housing 183 30% 179 31.54% Unsheltered 168 28% 144 25.35% SUBPOPULATIONS Veterans 29 5% 34 5.98% Seniors (over 62) 47 8% 49 8.62% Chronically Homeless 80 13% Data Not Available Data Not Available Serious Mental Illness 127 21% 169 29.75% Chronic Substance Abuse 155 26% 198 34.85% HIV/AIDS 2 0% Data Not Available Data Not Available Victims of Domestic Violence 95 16% 122 21.47% CHILDREN AND YOUTH Children in Families 121 20% 109 19.19% Unaccompanied Youth 7 1% 183 32.21% Homeless Students 1039 N/A 805 N/A Data Source: Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County; Point-in-Time Count 2020 and Point-in-Time Count 2021 Estimate the number and type of families in need of housing assistance for families with children and the families of veterans. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1498 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 78 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) While the Point-in-Time Counts did not include the number of families with children in need of housing assistance, the 2021 count did record the number of children living in homeless families. According to the 2021 Point-in-Time Count, 109 children (under 18) were homeless, which represents 19.19% of the total homeless population counted. There were 34 or 5.98% of homeless veterans were counted. Describe the Nature and Extent of Homelessness by Racial and Ethnic Group. Race and Ethnicity data was not available for the most recent point-in-time count conducted in 2021. The most recent data available on race and ethnicity was reported in the in the 2020 CoC Homeless Assistance Programs Homeless Populations and Subpopulations Report. The report shows that in 2020 there was a total of 603 homeless persons of which 475 were White, 85 were black, 23 were Multi-racial, 6 were Asian, and 14 were American Indian or Alaska Native. The data also revealed that there were 54 Hispanic/Latino persons who were homeless. Describe the Nature and Extent of Unsheltered and Sheltered Homelessness. As of the 2021 count, a large majority of Collier County’s homeless population was sheltered (74.67%), with 25.35% unsheltered. Of the sheltered population, most (43.13%) were in an emergency shelter. These percentages were increases from the 2021 point-in-count numbers for shelter and unsheltered individuals. NA-45 Non-Homeless Special Needs Assessment - 91.205 (b, d) Introduction: Non-homeless special needs characteristics describe the various subpopulations of Collier County who are not homeless but may require supportive services, including. • elderly, • frail elderly, • persons with disabilities (mental, physical, developmental), • persons with HIV/AIDS, • persons with alcohol or drug addiction, • victims of domestic violence, • persons with a criminal record, • those who have limited English proficiency, • and those who are transportation disadvantaged. Persons belonging to this population may have additional needs before, during, and after an incident in functional areas including but not limited to maintaining independence, communication, transportation, supervision, and medical care. The section below will describe why identifying the characteristics and needs of these sub-populations is essential to the planning process for these federal dollars. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1499 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 79 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Describe the characteristics of special needs populations in your community: Both the elderly and persons with disabilities have difficulties in finding accessible and affordable housing. In addition to housing, these populations are challenged to find transportation and other supportive services. Persons with alcohol and other drug addiction problems often have difficulty finding resources and treatment facilities including the lack of a central point reference for persons seeking assistance. Persons living with HIV/AIDS are more likely to have income instability because of their medical condition and this can lead to the increased likelihood of homelessness. The needs of victims of domestic violence can vary to include shelter, transitional, and long-term housing, medical, counseling, and legal services. What are the housing and supportive service needs of these populations and how are these needs determined? The primary housing and supportive needs of these subpopulations (the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, persons with alcohol or drug addiction, victims of domestic violence, and persons with a criminal record and their families) were determined by input from both service providers and the public through the survey, public meetings, and stakeholder interviews. These needs include affordable, safe housing opportunities in areas with access to transportation and paratransit, commercial and job centers, and social services including counseling, case management, and subsidies for childcare, and for education regarding fair housing rights and actions that can be taken in the event those rights are violated. Persons with disabilities often require accessible features and ground floor housing units and use of supportive/therapeutic animals. Victims of domestic violence need safe housing, removal of barriers to relocation, and protection from perpetrators. Persons with criminal records and their families may be disqualified from public housing or Section 8 rental assistance, and accordingly, assistance with housing for low-income members of this subpopulation must be provided by other nongovernmental organizations. Interviews with stakeholders and residents indicated that residents with alcohol and substance abuse histories, as well as victims of domestic violence may have criminal records. While the scope of supportive services varies based upon an individual’s characteristics, the following is a list of services commonly needed by non-homeless people with special needs. These services may be provided either on- or off-site: Accessible Housing Crisis Hotline Health Care Advocacy, referral, information Education Legal Assistance Case Management Employment Training Childcare Family & Caregiver Support 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1500 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 80 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Counseling Financial assistance Discuss the size and characteristics of the population with HIV/AIDS and their families within the Eligible Metropolitan Statistical Area: Knowing how many people diagnosed with HIV infection each year, and their stage of disease at diagnosis, is important for planning and resource allocation and for monitoring trends and disparities between groups. Similarly, monitoring HIV incidence is critical for allocating resources and evaluating the effectiveness of HIV testing and other prevention programs. Improved surveillance methods allow resources to be better directed for programs and resources to the populations most affected. According to the Florida Department of Health, there were 263 persons with HIV (PWH) compared to the state of Florida at 548.6 for all modes of exposure and age groups. The rate of diagnosis for the County was 9.8 compared to 21.6 for the state of Florida for all modes of exposure and age groups. NA-50 Non-Housing Community Development Needs – 91.215 (f) Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Facilities: The top needs for public facilities in Collier County include the need for: • drainage improvements, • sewer improvements, • street improvements, • and water system improvements, • as senior centers, • youth centers • libraries Residents described that Collier County has put in sufficient efforts to ensure that there are equal resources like parks, public safety facilities, and recreational facilities throughout the County. The Needs Assessment included public facilities and improvements that are eligible for CDBG grant funding: facilities that principally serve low- and moderate-income residents or are located in low- and moderate-income neighborhoods. Although not limited to these needs, the following were identified as needs in the jurisdictions through focus groups and community and agency surveys: • Improving facilities for human service agencies • Increasing development of childcare facilities • Improving substandard or deteriorated properties • Making improvements to public infrastructure (streets, curbs, sewer, and stormwater systems) 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1501 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 81 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Both the resident survey and the open house survey identified the need to support the acquisition and improvement of human service agency facilities as the highest priority need. This priority was also supported during stakeholder meetings. How were these needs determined? Public facilities needs were identified through a community assessment survey distributed to the public and a virtual public needs assessment meeting held during a virtual public meeting. Other resources consulted were prior plans and progress reports from Collier County. Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Improvements: Demolition or redevelopment of blighted properties was seen by Collier County residents as an important need. Additionally, the Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) has undertaken several subarea studies of bicycle and pedestrian mobility in communities throughout the County. Though only a few individual communities have been studied to date, the MPO reports have indicated significant needs for sidewalks, bike lanes, and pedestrian safety improvements. For example, in Naples Manor, the MPO report graded the community with an overall level of service of D. of 31 streets in the community, only one had sidewalks on both sides of the road. The proximity of Lely High School and Parkside Elementary School to the area heighten the need for public improvements. Improved street lighting and the addition of street furniture, such as benches and signs, was often a frequent recommendation as well. Similar findings were contained in a separate MPO report on the Immokalee area. How were these needs determined? Public improvement needs were identified through a community assessment survey distributed to the public and a virtual public needs assessment meeting held during a virtual public meeting. Other resources consulted were prior plans and progress reports from Collier County. Describe the jurisdiction’s need for Public Services: Survey respondents identified the following public services as high needs: need for social services for low-income seniors, youth, mentally and physically disabled persons. a) Rental Assistance - Tenant subsidies exclusively for rental payments for eligible clients. These services could financial assistance to pay rent or utilities. b) Senior Services – Services that are exclusively provided for elderly persons with or without disabilities provided it is intended primarily to serve elderly. These services could include case management for staff working primarily with the elderly. c) Youth Services - Services that are exclusively provided for young people aged 13 to 19. For example, recreational services limited to teenagers and teen counseling programs. d) Childcare Services - Services that will benefit children (generally under age 13), including parenting skills classes. e) Services for Mentally Ill - Services addressing the mental health needs of residents of the community. These services could include case management for staff working primarily with the persons with mental illness. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1502 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 82 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) f) Services for Physically Disabled - Services for the persons with disabilities, regardless of age. These services could include case management for staff working primarily with the persons with physical disabilities. How were these needs determined? Public services needs were identified through a community assessment survey distributed to the public and a virtual public needs assessment meeting held during a virtual public meeting. Other resources consulted were prior plans and progress reports from Collier County. Housing Market Analysis MA-05 Overview Housing Market Analysis Overview: The housing market analysis contained in this report was developed by using primarily using data from the American Community Survey, CHAS, and other sources noted in the tables. The following information is based on the Census' American Community Survey 2011-2015. Numbers shown represent the Collier County. The total number of housing structures shown in the "All Residential Properties by Number of Units" table includes mobile homes and recreational vehicles, some of which may not be considered housing units by HUD. Of the 163,293 units in the County, 46% consist of two or more bedrooms. One-bedroom units are the smallest category of housing units. The rest is divided into single unit attached structures and multiple unit apartment buildings. While housing opportunities can be limited by household income and purchasing power, the lack of affordable housing options can result in a significant hardship for low-income households, preventing them from meeting other basic needs. Low-income residents often have fewer financial resources available for making monthly rent or mortgage payments. Those low-income residents who do choose to purchase a home must keep even more funds available for taxes, insurance, homeowners association fees, and home maintenance and repairs. Because home ownership requires significant investment for most residents, many low- and moderate-income households choose to rent their homes as opposed to purchasing one. Under most residential property leases, this option calls for less responsibility and less investment from the home occupant than if they were to purchase a home. MA-10 Number of Housing Units – 91.210(a)&(b)(2) Introduction This section explores the number and types of housing units in Collier County and whether or not the number of available units is sufficient to meet housing demand for the County. Data provided by the 2011-2015 ACS, as shown in Table 26, reveals 48% of the County’s housing stock was of single-family configuration with attached and detached unit structures. Of the 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1503 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 83 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 163,293 units in the County, 46% consist of two or more bedrooms. One-bedroom units are the smallest category of housing units. All residential properties by number of units Property Type Number % 1-unit detached structure 68,315 42% 1-unit, attached structure 9,645 6% 2-4 units 19,295 12% 5-19 units 35,720 22% 20 or more units 19,648 12% Mobile Home, boat, RV, van, etc 10,670 7% Total 163,293 100% Table 25 – Residential Properties by Unit Number Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Unit Size by Tenure Owners Renters Number % Number % No bedroom 170 0% 820 2% 1 bedroom 1,360 2% 4,425 13% 2 bedrooms 25,750 33% 15,680 48% 3 or more bedrooms 50,923 65% 12,022 37% Total 78,203 100% 32,947 100% Table 26 – Unit Size by Tenure Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1504 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 84 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Describe the number and targeting (income level/type of family served) of units assisted with federal, state, and local programs. The County administers a variety of housing programs to assist low- and moderate-income residents to afford and maintain housing. These are funded primarily through federal Community Development Block Grant and the HOME Investment Partnerships programs, through which the County utilizes public funds to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the Consolidated Plan. The lack of affordable housing in the County is a major obstacle for residents. This lack of affordable housing particularly affects low- and moderate-income households, seniors, people with disabilities, single head of households, and young adults. To foster the development of affordable housing, the County utilizes HOME resources to expand housing opportunities. Provide an assessment of units expected to be lost from the affordable housing inventory for any reason, such as expiration of Section 8 contracts. There are no anticipated losses of affordable housing inventory. Some affordable housing units have been lost due to the vast changes in the housing market. Homes lost to foreclosure or those that are short sold may be acquired by a bank or investor. Many times, these are resold with no homebuyer assistance or for rental properties, so the owner-occupied market has changed as a result. This makes affordable homeowner units a scarcity. At this time, none of the publicly funded and assisted units are anticipated to be lost during the 5-year Consolidated Plan period extending through 2021. Does the availability of housing units meet the needs of the population? Consultations with housing service providers and community meetings revealed that there remains a need for one-bedroom units for individuals exiting homelessness as well as two- and three-bedroom apartments for very low and extremely low-income families. Describe the need for specific types of housing: There is a need for safe, sanitary, accessible, and affordable housing throughout the County. Specifically, there is a strong need for housing affordable to households earning less than 50% of the median income, and practical options are needed to ensure the availability of accessible units for the elderly and people with physical disabilities. The type of housing that is needed, includes varied options, whether those be single family detached or multifamily units, are needed to meet the demands of the population as well as to address the forecasted growth. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1505 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 85 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) MA-15 Housing Market Analysis: Cost of Housing - 91.210(a) Introduction The following tables reflect the cost of both owner and renter-occupied housing in Collier County. These tables use 2011-2015 ACS data from HUD’s eCon Software. There have been significant changes in housing prices in recent years which are not fully captured in this data and will be discussed at the end of this section. In Collier, the 2020 Fair Market Rent (FMR) for a two-bedroom apartment was $1,381. In order to afford this level of rent and utilities, without paying more than 30% of income on housing, a household must earn $4,603 monthly or $55,240 annually. Assuming a 40-hour work week, 52 weeks per year, a resident must work at least 124 hours per week at minimum wage to afford a two-bedroom unit. The monthly rent affordable at minimum wage for a 40-hour work week in the County is $406, less than half of the actual Fair Market Rent. The table reflecting the amount of rent paid by residents of the County demonstrates that 49.7% of rental units rent for between $500 and $999 per month, while 14.1% of rental units rent for less than $500 per month. The Housing Affordability table also shows that there were 1,275 units available to households earning below 30% of the county’s HUD Area Median Family Income (HAMFI). Cost of Housing Base 2015 2019 % Change Median Home Value $315,000 $370,800 17.7% Median Contract Rent $1,177 $1,397 18.6% Table 27 – Cost of Housing Data Source: 2005-2009 ACS (Base Year), 2015-2019 ACS (Most Recent Year) 2019 Rent Paid Number % Less than $500 1,576 4.5% $500-999 5,085 14.4% $1,000-1,499 14,317 40.5% $1,500-1,999 9,694 27.4% $2,000 or more 4,692 13.2 Total 33,788 100% 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1506 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 86 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table 28 - Rent Paid Data Source: 2015-2019 ACS Housing Affordability % Units affordable to Households earning Renter Owner 30% HAMFI 1,275 No Data 50% HAMFI 4,455 5,350 80% HAMFI 18,220 15,901 100% HAMFI No Data 23,541 Total 23,950 44,792 Table 29 – Housing Affordability Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS Monthly Rent Monthly Rent ($) Efficiency (no bedroom) 1 Bedroom 2 Bedroom 3 Bedroom 4 Bedroom Fair Market Rent 900 1,126 1,381 1,812 2,026 High HOME Rent 900 983 1,182 1,357 1,495 Low HOME Rent 721 772 926 1,070 1,193 Table 30 – Monthly Rent Data Source: HUD FMR and HOME Rents, 2020 Is there sufficient housing for households at all income levels? There is not a sufficient supply for low- and moderate-income households in Collier County. This is evident through cost burden data that considers median household income as compared to median rental rates and home values. A significant lack of affordable housing exists particularly for the approximately one in four households that are at the low or very-low-income levels. The 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1507 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 87 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) table above shows that there is insufficient housing for extremely low- and low-income households in the County. Based on 2019 ACS data there are an estimated 6,273 very-low- income households in Collier, but only 1,275 affordable rental units at 30% HAMFI. Collier County conducts an apartment study quarterly to look at pricing trends and needs. Additionally, the County also produces a housing demand model annually to keep a pulse on the number of units needs within the County. Below is a snapshot of the report. How is affordability of housing likely to change considering changes to home values and/or rents? Affordability in Collier County has decreased because the cost of housing continues to increase and the availability of land decreases. According to Zillow (2021), the typical home value of homes in Collier County is $381,207. This value is seasonally adjusted and only includes the middle price tier of homes. When compared to the 2019 ACS estimates, the County’s median value was $370,800, which is a 2.8% increase. According to the National Low Income Housing Coalition’s 2020 Out of Reach Report, the County’s Fair Market Rent for a two-bedroom was $1,381 when compared to the 2019 ACS estimates the median rent was $1,397, which is a slight decrease of 1.14%. Another compounding factor adversely affecting affordability is unit vacancy rate. According to the 2019 ACS, the rental unit vacancy rate for Collier County was 7.1% while the owner-occupied unit vacancy rate was 3.5%. It should be noted that production of new units became available in the high-end rental market which could cause the vacancy rate to trend higher than normal overall, but the vacancy rate in the low-income rental market is less 3% according to the Quarterly Apartment Survey, conducted by Community and Human Services staff. How do HOME rents / Fair Market Rent compare to Area Median Rent? How might this impact your strategy to produce or preserve affordable housing? As actual rental rates have continued to rise, they are outpacing the HUD-established fair market rents (FMRs). The FMR and HOME high rents are substantially below the 2019 median rental 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1508 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 88 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) rates as reported by Zillow. As reflected in the following charts, the 2020 High HOME rents and Fair Market Rents for efficiencies, one-, two-, and three-bedroom units in the Naples-Immokalee- Marco Island, Florida MSA are the similar as the Area Median Rent, and comparable for four- bedroom units. However, as detailed above, housing costs in the County are increasing at higher rates than incomes. As housing construction and rehabilitation costs rise, it will be increasingly difficult to produce much needed affordable housing. Rent Reasonableness allows Collier County to provide housing for units up to 10% over the Fair Market Rent rate. HOME Rent Limits Discussion As housing costs continue to rise, so does the demand for housing that is affordable to low- income households, particularly rental housing for the very low and extremely low-income households. The County will need to consider new and innovative ways to meet this demand. MA-20 Housing Market Analysis: Condition of Housing – 91.210(a) Introduction The age and condition of a county’s housing stock are important variables in assessing the overall characteristics of the local housing market. This section will review important data about the county’s housing stock. The older housing stock, particularly older rental housing often has code and deferred maintenance issues that can impact the longevity of the housing structure which in turn impacts the housing supply in terms of accessibility and affordability. Definitions 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1509 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 89 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Standard Condition: No major structural defects; adequate plumbing and kitchen facilities; appearance which does not create a blighting influence; and the house meets additional, more stringent, local standards and building codes, including lead-based paint clearance. Such units may be eligible for housing rehabilitation funding if interior conditions are such that the HUD Section 8 Housing Quality Standards or other standards are not met. Examples of ways in which the interiors of such homes might be rehabilitated include the replacement of heating systems, electrical system repairs or upgrades, plumbing system repairs or upgrades, energy efficiency improvements, and accessibility improvements. Substandard Condition but Suitable for Rehabilitation: This category describes dwelling units that do not meet standard conditions but that are both financially and structurally feasible for rehabilitation. Such units may be lacking complete plumbing or kitchen facilities and/or may have exterior elements in need of repair (e.g., a roof in need of replacement, siding in need of repair or replacement, or a missing/failing foundation), and the unit value must exceed the cost of the repairs or upgrades required to bring it to standard condition. Substandard Condition but Suitable for Rehabilitation: The nature of the substandard condition makes rehabilitation both financially and structurally feasible. Such units will typically have an improvement value that is less than the cost of addressing the habitability and exterior elements that cause its classification as “substandard,” or will be considered to be unoccupiable for reasons of safety by the county’s building official. Housing Conditions: Condition of units is assessed using the same criteria as in the Needs Assessment. This includes: 1) lacks complete plumbing facilities, 2) lacks complete kitchen facilities, 3) more than one person per room, 4) cost burden (amount of income allocated to housing) is greater than 30%, and 5) complies with applicable building code standards. Condition of Units Condition of Units Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % With one selected Condition 22,585 29% 15,530 47% With two selected Conditions 839 1% 2,210 7% With three selected Conditions 25 0% 50 0% With four selected Conditions 0 0% 0 0% No selected Conditions 54,760 70% 15,135 46% Total 78,209 100% 32,925 100% Table 31 - Condition of Units 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1510 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 90 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Year Unit Built Year Unit Built Owner-Occupied Renter-Occupied Number % Number % 2000 or later 25,049 32% 9,025 27% 1980-1999 40,975 52% 16,525 50% 1950-1979 11,674 15% 7,093 22% Before 1950 509 1% 277 1% Total 78,207 100% 32,920 100% Table 32 – Year Unit Built Data Source: 2011-2015 CHAS 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 12,183 16% 7,370 22% Housing Units build before 1980 with children present 10,416 13% 4,893 15% Table 33 – Risk of Lead-Based Paint Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS (Total Units) 2011-2015 CHAS (Units with Children present) 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1511 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 91 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Vacant Units Suitable for Rehabilitation Not Suitable for Rehabilitation Total Vacant Units 0 0 81,711 Abandoned Vacant Units 0 0 0 REO Properties 0 0 0 Abandoned REO Properties 0 0 0 Table 34 - Vacant Units Need for Owner and Rental Rehabilitation The age of the housing stock in Collier County will continue to have a significant impact on general housing conditions in the area. The 2019 ACS data shows that only 16.73% of the county’s housing stock was built prior to 1970. Owner and renter households, especially those located in low-income target neighborhoods will be in need of rehabilitation assistance to maintain their homes. As housing ages, maintenance costs rise, which can present significant costs for low- and moderate- income homeowners. This also poses a threat to low- and moderate- income tenants who are not able to maintain close communications with their landlords or property managers who may be out of state when repairs are needed. Estimated Number of Housing Units Occupied by Low- or Moderate-Income Families with LBP Hazards Exposure to lead-based paint represents one of the most significant environmental threats from a housing perspective. Lead is a highly toxic metal that may cause a range of health problems for adults, and especially for children. The major source of lead exposure comes from lead- contaminated dust found in deteriorating buildings. Many residential properties built before 1978 contain lead-based paint. Unfortunately, measuring the exact number of housing units with lead-based paint hazards is difficult. HUD regulations regarding lead-based paint apply to all federally assisted housing. Low-income households that earn between 0-50% Median Family Income (MFI) are least able to afford well maintained housing and, therefore, are often at greater risk of lead poisoning. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1512 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 92 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) MA-25 Public and Assisted Housing – 91.210(b) Introduction Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) provides housing assistance to low-income residents through the management of the areas Housing Choice Voucher Program - Section 8. This program is income based and the eligibility requirements are set by HUD. The CCHA has been committed to providing safe, decent, and affordable housing to low-income residents in Collier County since 1966. The CCHA administers a number of programs, such as the Far Worker Housing, the Housing Choice Voucher Program, and the Family Self-Sufficiency Program, to promote self-sufficiency and economic opportunity for local residents. The data tables presented in this section were pre-populated by the HUD eCon Planning Suite. In many instances, the data is either incorrect or out of date; however, no changes can be made. Where data were available, supplemental tables are provided. Totals Number of Units Program Type Certificate Mod- Rehab Public Housing Vouchers Total Project -based Tenant - based. Special Purpose Voucher Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing Family Unification Program Disabled * # of units vouchers available 0 0 0 440 0 0 0 0 0 # of accessible units 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 *includes Non-Elderly Disabled, Mainstream One-Year, Mainstream Five-year, and Nursing Home Transition Table 35 – Total Number of Units by Program Type Data Source: PIC (PIH Information Center) 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1513 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 93 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Describe the supply of public housing developments: The CCHA owns and manages four public housing developments: 276 units of low-income housing in Farm Worker Village, 315 units of farm labor housing also in Farm Worker Village, 30 units of farm labor housing known as Collier Village and a 192-bed dormitory known as Horizon Village. In addition, CCHA serves an over 3,100 persons through the administration of the Section 8 rental assistance program and Family Self Sufficiency Program to provide support services to low, elderly, disabled, and homeless persons living in Collier County. 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: HUD's Real Estate Assessment Center conducts physical inspections of properties that are owned, insured, or subsidized by HUD, including public housing and multifamily assisted housing. However, because the public housing units in Collier County are funded by USDA and not HUD, they are neither inspected by the Real Estate Assessment Center nor are they covered by a Public Housing Agency Plan. The Housing Choice Vouchers are tenant-based and the properties at which the vouchers are used vary significantly in physical condition. Public Housing Condition Public Housing Development Average Inspection Score n/a n/a Table 36 - Public Housing Condition Describe the restoration and revitalization needs of public housing units in the jurisdiction: The CCHA was awarded a SHIP Rental Acquisition grant to buy properties in Naples to rent to low-income families. This project will be financed in part by the State Housing Initiative Program (SHIP) and the Collier County Community and Human Services Division. The CCHA has also applied for rehabilitation grant through the Collier County Community and Human Services Division to rehab older units. Additionally, the Housing Authority also receive money from the HOME and CDBG program to add HVAC units in Immokalee. Describe the public housing agency's strategy for improving the living environment of low- and moderate-income families residing in public housing: The CCHA also sponsors and supports self-sufficiency programs focused at helping their residents improve their economic situation and quality of living. The programs, ROSS and FSS, are voluntary self-sufficiency programs that provide participating families the opportunity to identify needs, improve skill sets, and work towards life goals, economic independence, and housing self- sufficiency programs provide families with: • A plan specifically tailored to their family or individual goals. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1514 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 94 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) • A link to community organizations geared towards education, job training and placement programs, computer and financial literacy, and increased self-sufficiency. • An advocate and supporter to help residents work through barriers preventing self- sufficiency. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1515 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 95 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) MA-30 Homeless Facilities and Services – 91.210(c) Introduction Collier County partners with the Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County to address the needs of the homeless individuals and families or at risk of homelessness. There are multiple organizations providing services in Collier County, such as homeless assistance providers, victim service providers, nonprofit organizations, public housing agencies, mental health agencies and government-based organizations. The Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier Coalition is a working group whose mission is to “support the planning, delivery and coordination of high- quality services to the hungry, homeless, and those at risk of homelessness in our community.” The group also works to provide programs and services related to housing, mental and physical health, nutrition, clothing, and education. Data for the HUD-formatted table below was taken from the available information from the CoC that follows. Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households Emergency Shelter Beds Transitional Housing Beds Permanent Supportive Housing Beds Year- Round Beds (Current & New) Voucher / Seasonal / Overflow Beds Current & New Current & New Under Development Households with Adult(s) and Child(ren) 92 0 54 0 0 Households with Only Adults 140 0 132 30 0 Chronically Homeless Households 0 0 0 0 0 Veterans 0 0 0 0 0 Unaccompanied Youth 23 0 8 0 0 Table 37 - Facilities and Housing Targeted to Homeless Households 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 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1516 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 96 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Many social service agencies in Collier County provide benefits to homeless individuals and families to address homelessness. These services are essential to facilitate the process and serve the needs of those who have already become homeless. These organizations provide many services to their clientele, including but not limited to counseling, case management, life skills training, financial literacy classes, and victim advocacy, all of which help residents to develop the skills and knowledge to transition into permanent housing or independent living and to maintain steady employment. The goal of providing supportive services is self-sufficiency. While case management services do exist within programs, some stakeholders noted that tenancy supports are underfunded and are not available on the scale needed to serve people in PSH and RRH. Robust tenancy supports would improve housing-related outcomes across the system. Discussions are also ongoing regarding hiring FTE staff including case managers, licensed mental health case managers, peer specialist and licensed substance abuse case managers to coordinate services or provide onsite services. 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. Collier County has a broad network of homeless providers offering emergency shelter, transitional housing, employment services, legal services, food, veteran’s services, medical services, financial assistance, eviction prevention services, and assistance with alcohol and drug dependency. The following agencies listed provide services specifically for homeless people: The Shelter for Abused Women and Children in Naples is the only domestic violence center in Naples. It includes emergency shelter (where stays average 29 days) and a transitional housing program (where residents can live for up to 2 years). Other services include a confidential hotline, safety planning, counseling and support groups in English and Spanish, court advocacy and assistance with daily needs such as food, clothing, toiletries, and household items. St. Matthew’s House operates several facilities in Collier County, including emergency and transitional housing in Naples, an emergency shelter in Immokalee (Immokalee Friendship House), and transitional supportive apartments for persons with substance abuse or mental health needs. Other services include a food pantry, thrift store, counseling and case management, and access to referrals for medical, mental health, and substance abuse needs through partnerships with other organizations in Collier County. The Salvation Army and St. Vincent De Paul provides financial assistance for food, shelter, and other aid to Collier County residents who meet certain income criteria. Youth Haven is a 24-hour residential shelter for children removed from their homes due to abuse, neglect, or abandonment. In addition to a 23-bed emergency shelter, Youth Haven offers a child 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1517 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 97 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) and family counseling center, in-home parenting classes, case management, and a teen drop-in center with showers, laundry facilities, and meals. Typical length of stays range from 45 to 60 days until children are placed in foster care or with a relative. Providence House provides a faith-based, transitional housing and self-sufficiency program for motivated women with young children who are homeless or at risk of being homeless. These women lack the long-term support necessary to acquire the assets foundational to re- establishing their families. The two-year accountability program not only encourages the development of self-efficacy, but it also provides women and their children with resources that they need to become independent. Providence House also offers case management, life skills training, and counseling referrals. Wounded Warriors assists with the needs of Veterans and their families, with the focus on education, housing, and mental health. The Hunger and Homeless Coalition of Collier County estimates that there are 80-90 homeless Veterans in Collier County. Wounded Warriors of Collier County is dedicated to ending Veteran homelessness in Collier County by employing various housing models. MA-35 Special Needs Facilities and Services – 91.210(d) Introduction This section describes the housing and social service needs of Collier County’s special populations including: • Elderly, • frail elderly, • domestic violence victims, • residents with diagnosis of HIV/AIDS, • residents with substance abuse, mental health, or disability diagnosis. The special needs population includes individuals having mobility impairments, disabilities, or that require supportive services. Typically, this population has a severe or persistent mental illness, development, and physical disabilities. Several organizations provide facilities and services for special needs populations in Collier County. 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 The supportive housing needs of Collier County’s special needs sub-populations (the elderly, frail elderly, persons with disabilities, persons with HIV/AIDS and their families, persons with alcohol 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1518 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 98 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) or drug addiction, victims of domestic violence, and persons with a criminal record and their families) mirrors the housing needs of the general population. Their needs include affordable and accessible housing opportunities, job centers, access to transportation, and most importantly to these subpopulations is social and supportive services to assist them in accessing programs available to them. Services for these populations include counseling, case management, ADL support, and education regarding fair housing rights and actions that can be taken in the event those rights are violated. Elderly and Frail Elderly - Much of the elderly population in Collier County need a range of community-based services, i.e., social, physical, mental health, case management, chronic disease management, supportive housing, and other services that assist people to remain living in the community. Community-based long term care services include in-home supportive services; home health care; adult day services; paratransit services; home-delivered meals; supportive services in a hotel; care in residential care facilities, including board and care and assisted living; and other health and social services. Long term care and supportive services can be provided in home and community-based settings, as well as in institutional settings, depending on need and choice. Collier County also has a comprehensive meals program that provides congregate, and home delivered meals. The case management services for seniors program also allows seniors to participate in the EHEAP for the elderly to help with electric services. Persons with Disabilities - Persons with disabilities often require accessible features and ground floor housing units and support animals. Available housing for this subpopulation is limited within Collier County, thus limiting housing choice. Units are available for this population; however, there is greater demand for units for people with chronic mental illness for units for people with physical or developmental disabilities. Funding from the State Housing Incentive Partnership (SHIP) programs allows Community Assisted & Supported Living (CASL) and ROOF Collier County to create supported living homes for adults with disabilities. Persons with Drug Addiction and Criminal Records may be disqualified from housing opportunities public housing or Section 8 rental assistance, and accordingly, assistance with housing for low-income members of this subpopulation must be provided by other nongovernmental organizations. Survivors of Domestic Violence need safe housing, removal of barriers to relocation, and protection from perpetrators. Housing providers need to be aware of and adhere to protocols outlined in the Violence Against Women’s Act. Persons with HIV/AIDS and their families supportive housing needs include housing developed with HOPWA funding and other dedicated resources. Persons living with HIV/AIDS often have medical concerns that can severely impact their ability to earn wages sufficient to maintain adequate housing. HOPWA funding is not received directly in Collier County. Public Housing Residents need supportive social services to aid families in becoming self- sufficient. These services include financial counseling, housing counseling, credit counseling, down-payment assistance programs, job training and placement, and access to transportation. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1519 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 99 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Describe programs for ensuring that persons returning from mental and physical health institutions receive appropriate supportive housing Public systems or institutions (i.e., jails, prisons, hospitals, child welfare, mental health facilities, etc.) often release individuals directly into homelessness. Supportive housing has been identified as one of the greatest needs for special needs subpopulations after being discharged from mental and physical health institutions. In Collier County, housing referrals are often made to the David Lawrence Center a nonprofit that owns and operates treatment programs and supportive housing for people with mental health and substance abuse disorders. Community members reported a need for community-living, group home type housing for those transitioning from inpatient care to more independent living situations. One such agency providing that service is Community Assisted & Supported Living (CASL). 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) Collier County will prioritize increasing the supply of affordable housing that includes supportive services for special needs subpopulations which include families with children, seniors, ex- offenders, people with HIV/AIDS, victims of domestic violence, people with drug and alcohol addictions, people who are evicted or foreclosed, people with physical and mental disabilities, veterans, youth and young adults, and youth aging out of foster care. The county will give preference to projects that are rich in amenities and opportunity to include proximity to grocery stores, public transportation, and job centers. Additionally, Collier County will continue to support programs that provide rental subsidies to low-income housing households to make existing units affordable; providing down payment assistance to eligible low and moderate- income homebuyers; and supporting community efforts to fund the affordable housing trust fund. However, there is not a consistent revenue stream to support funding the trust fund. Collier County also will focus on increasing the supply of accessible units for persons with disabilities. To address special housing and supportive needs, Collier County has identified the following one- year goals and plans to fund Tenant-Based Rental Assistance, supporting new construction of rental and homeowner housing, and providing assistance to homebuyers. HOME funds will be directed to projects that address the needs of persons who have an identified special need. HOME and CDBG funds have been utilized to support a range of developments to support special needs populations. 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)) Collier County will prioritize increasing the supply of affordable housing that includes supportive services for special needs subpopulations. The county will give preference to projects that are rich in amenities and opportunity to include proximity to grocery stores, public transportation, 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1520 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 100 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) and job centers. Since many services available to special needs populations are offered through nonprofit agencies within the community, there is a need for these agencies to strengthen collaboration among service providers across the region to ensure appropriate delivery of services. To address special housing and supportive needs, Collier County has identified the following one-year goals and plans to fund Tenant-Based Rental Assistance, supporting new construction of rental and homeowner housing, and providing assistance to homebuyers. As it relates to housing, Collier County has allocated HOME funds for future development of affordable housing. Projects will be solicited through an application process and are strongly encouraged to include a set-aside for special needs populations. Collier County will continue our SHIP home repair programs that are frequently used by elderly persons, persons with disabilities, veterans, and families with children. As it relates to supportive services, the County will continue to provide CDBG funds for human services related to food assistance, social services, and assistance for victims of domestic violence and children at risk of child abuse. MA-40 Barriers to Affordable Housing – 91.210(e) Negative Effects of Public Policies on Affordable Housing and Residential Investment The Collier County Land Development Code, as amended through November 20, 2020, and the Naples Land Development Code, as amended through December 16, 2020, were each reviewed and evaluated against a list of common fair housing issues. The zoning regulations are permissive and allow for flexibility as to the most common fair housing issues. Neither jurisdiction received a high-risk score on any of the fair housing issues evaluated. However, the County and Naples received medium risk scores on certain issues where the zoning regulations still have the potential to negatively impact fair and affordable housing, and where improvements to the rules and policies could be made to protect the fair housing rights of the County’s residents more fully. On paper, the residential zoning criteria for the jurisdictions surveyed are not inherently prohibitive, and yet there is general consensus among residents, planning officials, housing advocates, and other stakeholders that Collier County and Naples suffer from an affordability gap for both affordable and workforce housing. This problem will only grow as rent and home prices are expected to continue to trend upward. Based on 2015 projections provided by the University of Florida’s Shimberg Center for Housing Studies, the County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee estimates that 43% of Collier households pay more than 30% of their income (the limit considered financially healthy) on housing related expenses, and 22% of households spend more than half of their income on housing. There are some development costs that local governments simply cannot control, such as materials and labor costs. However, there are other costs which government regulations directly impact: for example, raw land costs (via minimum lot size requirements), permitting costs, and impact fees. By reducing these costs, the hope is that there would be a trickle-down effect which would in turn make development of affordable housing more feasible. In the context of the area’s already costly rental and housing market, development standards may be a barrier to obtaining workforce and affordable housing for low to moderate income families and should be evaluated and tailored to the area’s estimation of affordability, that is the extent to which enough housing 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1521 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 101 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) units of different costs can be developed to provide each household with a unit it can afford (based on HUD’s 30%-of-income standard). 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1522 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 102 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) MA-45 Non-Housing Community Development Assets – 91.215 (f) Introduction In determining priorities for the allocation of federal funds, the Collier County has recognized the need to foster a competitive local economy that expands economic opportunities for present and future residents. A unique economic development trend in Collier County is the high number of seasonal residents who own property in the area. This phenomenon can cause data to trend in ways that do not truly reflect the economy year-round. This section describes the local workforce, the nature of current employment, and activities that coordinate economic development activities across local and regional agencies. Economic Development Market Analysis Business Activity Business by Sector Number of Workers Number of Jobs Share of Workers % Share of Jobs % Jobs less workers % Agriculture, Mining, Oil & Gas Extraction 3,969 4,573 3 4 1 Arts, Entertainment, Accommodations 24,234 24,862 21 22 1 Construction 10,554 11,915 9 10 1 Education and Health Care Services 17,850 19,482 16 17 1 Finance, Insurance, and Real Estate 6,972 6,368 6 6 -1 Information 1,522 1,382 1 1 0 Manufacturing 3,326 3,164 3 3 0 Other Services 5,299 5,613 5 5 0 Professional, Scientific, Management Services 7,525 6,333 7 6 -1 Public Administration 0 0 0 0 0 Retail Trade 17,653 16,551 16 15 -1 Transportation and Warehousing 1,866 1,284 2 1 -1 Wholesale Trade 3,817 3,696 3 3 0 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1523 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 103 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Business by Sector Number of Workers Number of Jobs Share of Workers % Share of Jobs % Jobs less workers % Total 104,587 105,223 -- -- -- Table 38 - Business Activity Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS (Workers), 2015 Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics (Jobs) Labor Force Total Population in the Civilian Labor Force 146,855 Civilian Employed Population 16 years and over 135,345 Unemployment Rate 7.85 Unemployment Rate for Ages 16-24 20.22 Unemployment Rate for Ages 25-65 5.21 Table 39 - Labor Force Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Occupations by Sector Number of People Management, business and financial 27,350 Farming, fisheries, and forestry occupations 6,120 Service 18,358 Sales and office 34,130 Construction, extraction, maintenance, and repair 16,960 Production, transportation, and material moving 5,985 Table 40 – Occupations by Sector Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1524 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 104 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Travel Time Travel Time Number Percentage < 30 Minutes 82,289 67% 30-59 Minutes 34,824 28% 60 or More Minutes 6,520 5% Total 123,633 100% Table 41 - Travel Time Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS 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 16,669 2,084 6,458 High school graduate (includes equivalency) 30,610 2,064 10,135 Some college or Associate's degree 28,220 2,264 8,455 Bachelor's degree or higher 31,780 1,404 9,355 Table 42 - Educational Attainment by Employment Status Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1525 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 105 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 678 3,615 3,605 6,625 5,299 9th to 12th grade, no diploma 3,765 3,503 3,552 4,269 4,114 High school graduate, GED, or alternative 8,899 9,663 9,969 23,170 22,075 Some college, no degree 6,984 5,179 4,975 15,770 17,695 Associate's degree 1,268 3,017 3,087 6,923 5,385 Bachelor's degree 1,331 6,110 5,975 15,235 18,920 Graduate or professional degree 14 1,874 3,135 10,195 16,160 Table 43 - Educational Attainment by Age Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS Educational Attainment – Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Educational Attainment Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Less than high school graduate $22,483 High school graduate (includes equivalency) $31,255 Some college or Associate's degree $37,184 Bachelor's degree $51,407 Graduate or professional degree $64,551 Table 44 – Median Earnings in the Past 12 Months Data Source: 2011-2015 ACS 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1526 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 106 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Based on the Business Activity table above, what are the major employment sectors within your jurisdiction? Collier County’s largest employment sectors are: • Sales and Office (34,130) • Management, Business, and Finance (27,350) • Service (18,358) Describe the workforce and infrastructure needs of the business community: Collier County’s workforce needs is heavily dependent on the hospitality industry with more than 20% of the County’s workforce employed in that industry. Education and healthcare represent the second largest sector of jobs in Collier County. The local economy will depend on a strong labor pool skilled in these industries. The County should continue job training and employment services and seek to increase community college attendance among residents in poorer areas including Immokalee, Bayshore residents, and residents residing in the RCAP/ECAP region. 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 County’s travel and tourism industry was hard hit with the effects of the Coronavirus Pandemic. Prior to the pandemic the County had a strong business climate with many successful CEOs, low property tax rates, wealthier citizens with high median incomes, and the state of Florida has high ranking for a strong business environment. Residents will need skills in business development and management and job training and skills in various service industries including health care, education. While the arts, entertainment, tourism, and food services industries were the hardest hit during the pandemic, additional job training in new fields will become apparent as the County continues to recover from mandatory closures. How do the skills and education of the current workforce correspond to employment opportunities in the jurisdiction? A skillful and well-educated workforce is essential to attracting and retaining employers and growing the County’s economy. Residents with a bachelor’s degree or higher were less likely to be unemployed or not in the labor force than residents with less educational attainment. It is also important to note that while educational attainment shows that most county residents have educational attainment above a high school diploma, but most jobs are in sectors that do not require degrees. It will be important for the county to strengthen its ability to attract companies to open, relocate, or expand in Collier County. 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. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1527 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 107 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Career Source Southwest Florida provides individuals with career development resources in an effort to provide skilled workforce for businesses. The organization offers various assessments, workshops, and services to equip job seekers with the necessary skills to achieve self-sufficient employment. The work of Career Source Southwest Florida supports the Consolidated Plan by increasing job readiness and job opportunities in priority neighborhoods, encouraging microenterprise, and offering job skills and work programs to youth. Does your jurisdiction participate in a Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS)? The Southwest Florida Regional Planning Council prepares a CEDS (the current CEDS is 2018- 2022) to document economic development goals and priorities of the Southwest Florida region. 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. Major program goals for the 2017-2022 goals are divided into six key areas: talent supply and education, quality of life & quality places, infrastructure and growth leadership, civic and governing systems, business climate & competitiveness, and innovation & economic development. CEDS goals include, but are not limited to: • Collier County has instituted a one cent sales tax to construct a high-tech center. • Provide sufficient funding and encourage flexibility to allow regional stakeholders to address local needs in education, training, and workforce development. • Ensure educational systems and workforce training that support innovation and creativity. • Protect natural resources to support quality environment and eco-tourism. • Develop projects that improve the region’s quality of life. • Increase the supply of workforce housing in the region. • Expand arts and cultural identity. • Develop transportation systems to support a prosperous, globally competitive economy while minimizing impacts to the natural environment. • Promote available ready-sites and buildings. • Improve public/private/civic cooperation, collaboration, and communication of the Region’s economic strategies. • Improve regional coordination of economic development, land use, infrastructure, water, and natural resource decision making. • Support the region’s growing elderly population. • Develop projects and programs that support existing and new business. • Increase investment in business development and placement in the Region. • Monitor CEDS Performance Measures. • Provide funding for ongoing economic development activities. • Provide technical assistance and use new technology to promote job growth. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1528 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 108 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) • Build seamless information technology infrastructure. • Encourage alternative energy production and green product industries. • Brand the region as a hub to attract and retain entrepreneurs. MA-50 Needs and Market Analysis Discussion Are there areas where households with multiple housing problems are concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration") As show in the map, the highest concentrations of low-income households (greater than 80%) with severe problems are Immokalee, and there are two targeted CRAs in the Bayshore-Gateway Triangle Area and Immokalee. There are significantly higher percentages of low-income households located in census tracts 0104.05, 0104.18, and 0104.20 within Collier County. Collier County -% of LI Households with Any of 4 Severe Housing Problems Source: HUD CPD Maps, https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1529 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 109 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Collier County Census Tracts Source : www.geomap.ffiec.gov 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1530 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 110 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Are there any areas in the jurisdiction where racial or ethnic minorities or low-income families are concentrated? (include a definition of "concentration") An area of racial or ethnic concentration is defined as one in which the minority population share is 20% higher than the group’s Countywide average. There are a significant higher percentage of White residents throughout the County. White Population Concentration Source: HUD CPD Maps, https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1531 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 111 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What are the characteristics of the market in these areas/neighborhoods? Collier County targets resources in low-moderate income census block groups to meet regulatory requirements for CDBG grant funds and to target areas with the highest level of needs. These areas are considered “target areas” for use of HUD grant funds for area improvements, such as public infrastructure or facility improvements. HUD funds may also be spent outside of these targeted areas, as long as they provide services, improvements, affordable housing, or other benefits for low- and moderate-income households or special needs populations. Collier County - Median Home Value Source: HUD CPD Maps, https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ Are there any community assets in these areas/neighborhoods? The Collier Resource Center exists solely to help families and adults obtain assistance to navigate the maze of health and human service organizations. They provide information and referrals in many areas and make every effort to match residents with the most appropriate and adequate resources by providing personalized case management. There are resources for fundamental 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1532 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 112 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) necessities, medical and mental health services, services for people with disabilities, elderly and assistance for children, youth, and families. Are there other strategic opportunities in any of these areas? The Strategic Plan provided below identifies priority needs and geographic focus areas for community development and housing efforts in Collier County over the next five years. These priorities are based on findings from the need’s assessment and market analysis, along with public input received through a variety of engagement methods. The County will continue to concentrate CDBG, ESG, and HOME spending on public safety activities, housing initiatives, and public service activities. Projects and programs funded using CDBG, ESG, and HOME funds will meet program eligibility requirements, generate long term improvements for low- and moderate-income residents and communities, and help address federal, state, and local priorities, such as expanding fair housing choice and sustainability. This Strategic Plan also identifies market conditions which may influence the use of HUD grant funds, the resources expected to be available to meet community needs, and the structure in place for delivering services. Strategies for addressing public housing, homelessness, lead-based paint hazards, and poverty are summarized. Finally, the Plan outlines barriers to housing affordability in Collier County and will provide a plan to monitor performance and compliance for the CDBG, ESG, and HOME programs. The Strategic Plan will guide the use of CDBG and HOME in Collier County over the next five years and is guided by HUD’s three overarching goals that are applied according to the County’s needs. These goals are: • To provide decent housing by preserving the affordable housing stock, increasing the availability of affordable housing, reducing discriminatory barriers, increasing the supply of supportive housing for those with special needs, and transitioning homeless persons and families into housing. • To provide a suitable living environment through safer, more livable neighborhoods, greater integration of low- and moderate-income residents throughout the County, increased housing opportunities, and reinvestment in deteriorating neighborhoods. • To expand economic opportunities through more jobs paying self-sufficient wages, homeownership opportunities, development activities that promote long-term community viability, and the empowerment of low- and moderate-income persons to achieve self- sufficiency. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1533 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 113 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. For many Americans, access to computers and high-speed Internet connections in an integral part of their everyday lives. As most of information, services, and resources have transitioned to online access, digital inequality has a direct impact on low-income household’s social inequality. According to HUD’s Office of Policy Development, in the Digital Inequality and Low-Income Households Report, the disparate access to broadband can correlate with the inequality of income, education, race, and ethnicity. As part of the 2008 Broadband Data Improvement Act, the U.S. Census Bureau began asking about computer and Internet use in the 2018 American Community Survey (ACS). Federal agencies use these statistics to measure and monitor the nationwide development of broadband networks and to allocate resources intended to increase access to broadband technologies, particularly among groups with traditionally low levels of access. No longer a luxury, high speed internet access is relied upon for residents to fully engage in an expanding array of employment, education, training, financial and healthcare services. Internet access is relatively high but not universal for all households in Immokalee. Computer and Internet Use in the Collier County 2017 2018 2019 Estimate % Estimate % Estimate % Total: 144,354 (x) 144,172 (x) 140,578 (x) Has a computer: 133,979 92.8% 134,294 93.1% 134,309 95.5% With dial-up Internet subscription alone 124,560 86.3% 125,339 86.9% 125,181 89% With a broadband Internet subscription 123,909 85.8% 125,151 86.8% 124,786 88.8% Without an Internet subscription 19,794 13.7% 18,833 13.1% 15,397 11% No computer 10,375 7.2% 9,878 6.9% 3,269 4.5% Source: American Community Survey Reports, U.S. Census Bureau, www.data.census.gov 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1534 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 114 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Describe the need for increased competition by having more than one broadband Internet service provider serve the jurisdiction. Throughout the United States, there is a significant digital divide; a gap between those who have ready access to the internet and computers and those who do not. The divide is perpetuated by limitations that are geographical as well as financial, where persons cannot afford to pay a monthly service fee for Broadband service (an internet connection fast enough to stream a video). Nationwide, less than half of households living on or under $20,000 are connected. This lack of internet access in communities supports a deficit in opportunity, education, and other prospects.1 The figure below shows the number of fixed broadband providers. While the figure shows the number of providers available, it does not reflect the household level usage of broadband. From a fair housing perspective, ensuring that residential broadband is available to housing projects both within and in the outskirts of the county will support community viability and improve the quality of life for residents. 1 Vick, Karl. March 2017. The Digital Divide: A Quarter of the Nation is Without Broadband. Time. Available at: https://time.com/4718032/the-digital-divide/ 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1535 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 115 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Fixed Broadband Deployment, 2021, https://broadbandmap.fcc.gov/ There are multiple broadband providers in Collier, including Orlando Telephone Company, Comcast, Century Link, Inc, Viasat, and Hughes Network. MA-65 Hazard Mitigation - 91.210(a)(5), 91.310(a)(3) Describe the jurisdiction’s increased natural hazard risks associated with climate change. According to the County’s 2020 Multi-Jurisdictional Local Mitigation Strategy, Collier County is threatened by several different types of natural, technological, and manmade hazards. These hazards endanger the health and safety of the people of the county, jeopardize its economic vitality, and imperil the quality of the natural environment. All lands bordering the Gulf Coast are susceptible to tidal effects and flooding. Due to the relative flatness of Collier County’s topography, historical water flow has always been shallow overland sheet flow during the wet season. Hurricanes and tropical storms can occur anywhere within the Collier County planning area. While coastal areas are most vulnerable to hurricanes, their wind and rain impacts can be felt hundreds of miles inland. All of Collier County is vulnerable to hurricane and tropical storm surge, but to varying degrees, with areas closer to the coast and water bodies that drain into the coast facing greater risk. Describe the vulnerability to these risks of housing occupied by low- and moderate-income households based on an analysis of data, findings, and methods. Over 95% of Collier County falls within the Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA). By definition of the 100-year flood event, SFHAs are defined as those areas that will be inundated by the flood event having a 1-percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year. Low-income properties located in these areas have a 26% chance of flooding over the life of a 30-year mortgage. According to NCEI, 35 recorded flood events affected the Collier County area from 2000 to 2019 causing an estimated $6,534,500 in property damage, with no fatalities, injuries, or crop damage. Debris also poses a risk both during and after a flood to all residents including low-income households. During a flood, debris carried by floodwaters can cause physical injury from impact. The second type of health problem arises after most of the water has gone. Stagnant pools can become breeding grounds for mosquitoes, and wet areas of a building that have not been properly cleaned breed 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1536 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 116 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) mold and mildew. A building that is not thoroughly cleaned becomes a health hazard, especially for small children and the elderly. Much of the housing that is affordable to lower income households is naturally occurring – meaning older and less desirable housing. Many of these older units, built to less stringent standards, may be at increased risk to natural hazards. The County has identified housing-related vulnerabilities of low- and moderate-income residents: • Most residents lack the savings and/or insurance required to weather significant economic challenges. • Economic shocks due to natural hazards, unexpected health expenses, or national economic conditions can very quickly translate into housing instability and foreclosure. • There is currently very little, if any, excess housing stock in the Collier County area. Lower income households are also more likely to lack rental insurance to recover from a disaster and will have greater difficulty affording the cost of installing and operating cooling systems if temperatures continue to rise. Strategic Plan SP-05 Overview Strategic Plan Overview The Strategic Plan provided below identifies priority needs and geographic focus areas for community development and housing efforts in the Collier County for the next five years. This Plan will identify the County’s anti-poverty initiatives, market conditions, available resources, and the plan to monitor performance and compliance for each HUD program for which it receives funds. The priorities identified are based on the information received from needs assessment surveys, market analysis, stakeholder meetings, and public comments. Collier County is anticipating over $18 million in federal funds over this 5-year Consolidated Plan period. Collier County Community & Human Service Division will administer these grant funds. The Community and Human Services Division will partner with county departments, nonprofit partners, developers, community housing development organizations, and the local housing authority to expend these funds on eligible activities that address the strategic priorities listed in this Plan. CDBG, HOME, and ESG allocations will be leveraged to generate long term improvements for low and moderate-income residents and communities while helping to address various federal, state, and local priorities, such as affordable housing, fair housing choice, economic development, homelessness, and lead-based paint hazards. The county will concentrate CDBG, HOME, and ESG spending on community facilities, infrastructure projects, and public service activities. HOME funds will be utilized on the development or rehabilitation of single and multi-family housing units, tenant-based rental assistance activities, and homebuyer activities. Additionally, the County will focus on rapid re- 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1537 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 117 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) housing, homelessness prevention, emergency shelter, and essential services for the homeless with the ESG grant. The County currently has 97 Census Block groups that are classified as low/moderate income. These tracts were defined by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as low/moderate-income and are shown on the map below and table below. FY 2020 ACS 5-Year 2011-2015 Low- and Moderate-Income Summary Data Tract Blckgrp Low Lowmod Lmmi Lowmoduniv Lowmod_pct 010510 2 385 480 645 940 51.06% 010412 3 100 1065 1470 2065 51.57% 010506 1 555 670 955 1290 51.94% 010105 1 85 550 815 1045 52.63% 010505 2 635 1445 1905 2730 52.93% 010601 1 445 500 580 940 53.19% 010108 2 145 415 505 775 53.55% 010300 2 180 615 865 1135 54.19% 010701 4 295 510 880 925 55.14% 010419 2 675 985 1395 1730 56.94% 010411 3 1185 1770 2240 3030 58.42% 010605 1 160 555 810 950 58.42% 010506 3 1540 1690 2150 2880 58.68% 010507 1 1650 2055 2655 3475 59.14% 011301 3 505 870 1100 1455 59.79% 010110 4 360 860 975 1435 59.93% 010411 1 1425 2150 2720 3535 60.82% 010803 1 480 1055 1300 1730 60.98% 011102 3 510 640 785 1045 61.24% 010701 2 350 500 670 815 61.35% 010701 1 545 980 1380 1585 61.83% 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1538 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 118 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 011400 1 780 1070 1440 1730 61.85% 010417 3 155 630 715 1015 62.07% 010509 2 350 690 900 1105 62.44% 010211 1 230 535 700 840 63.69% 011105 2 630 735 800 1130 65.04% 011302 3 1475 2045 2915 3115 65.65% 011400 3 1090 1115 1460 1675 66.57% 010803 3 530 965 1175 1430 67.48% 010110 3 370 865 940 1260 68.65% 010419 1 875 1520 1820 2205 68.93% 010702 1 780 1120 1385 1620 69.14% 010420 2 1255 2270 2695 3260 69.63% 011301 2 2045 2990 3665 4180 71.53% 010508 1 1125 2415 2760 3375 71.56% 010701 3 175 330 370 450 73.33% 011204 1 575 855 1150 1150 74.35% 010410 2 815 1390 1775 1835 75.75% 011102 2 835 860 940 1135 75.77% 010604 3 290 975 1205 1260 77.38% 010605 3 570 960 1035 1240 77.42% 010601 2 935 1140 1370 1470 77.55% 010410 1 1995 3195 3805 4075 78.40% 000700 1 865 1125 1280 1425 78.95% 010420 3 755 1270 1310 1600 79.38% 011103 2 880 1135 1325 1395 81.36% 011205 1 715 965 1080 1165 82.83% 010410 3 2135 3550 3860 4180 84.93% 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1539 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 119 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 010420 1 1050 1725 1900 2015 85.61% 011302 1 890 1690 1830 1955 86.45% 010802 4 870 1075 1225 1225 87.76% 010802 3 1170 1940 2120 2145 90.44% 011400 2 580 1085 1140 1195 90.79% 011204 2 1795 1900 2045 2045 92.91% 011302 2 1275 1650 1765 1765 93.48% 011205 2 1185 1275 1290 1340 95.15% 011204 3 715 775 775 810 95.68% 011301 1 590 850 850 880 96.59% SP-10 Geographic Priorities – 91.215 (a)(1) Geographic Area Collier County is an urban area that relies on widely accepted data such as American Community Survey (ACS), HUD low and moderate-income summary data, and Federal Financial Institutions Examinations Council (FFIEC) data to determine areas throughout the community with concentrations of low and moderate-income communities. Program resources are allocated county-wide based on low-mod areas, which often coincide with areas of minority concentration. Over the next five years, the County intends to utilize CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds in areas where 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1540 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 120 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 51% or more of residents have low or moderate household incomes) are shown in the map below: Collier County and the City of Naples participate together in the Urban County CDBG Program. Marco Island, an incorporated city within the County, opted out of participation in 2012. Table 45 - Geographic Priority Areas General Allocation Priorities Describe the basis for allocating investments geographically within the jurisdiction (or within the EMSA for HOPWA) Collier County receives a direct entitlement of CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to address the needs in the community. The needs identified during the Needs Assessment process were not exclusive to any specific geographic area within the County. Collier County has opted to undertake projects that will benefit income-eligible households throughout the County rather than identifying a target area. Program Target Area Description Target Area Name: Countywide Target Area Type: Countywide 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1541 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 121 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) resources are allocated countywide based on low-mod areas, which often coincide with areas of minority concentration. The following map depict the low- and moderate-income block groups within Collier County. The low-income block groups identified in the map below will generally be prioritized for allocation of Consolidated Plan resources, however, individual low- and moderate-income persons residing anywhere in Collier County may be eligible beneficiaries of CDBG funds. Source: HUD CPD Mapping Tool, https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1542 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 122 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) SP-25 Priority Needs - 91.215(a)(2) Priority Needs Through the Consolidated Planning process, the County has evaluated needs and assessed the market to determine gaps in services and needs in the community. Through the evaluation and findings of other studies focused on community development along with the needs and concerns established throughout the public participation process, a set of seven (7) priority needs have been identified to guide the use of community development funds throughout the next five years. 1 Priority Need Name Housing Affordability Priority Level High Population Extremely Low Income Low-Income Moderate Income Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Housing for Homeownership - New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Housing for Homeownership Rental Housing - Homebuyer Assistance - CHDO Set-Aside - Tenant Based Rental Assistance 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1543 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 123 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Description - Provide down-payment assistance (principal reduction and closing cost reduction) to eligible low- and moderate-income homebuyers. - Provide rental subsidies (TBRA) to low-income households to make existing units affordable for elderly, frail elderly, disabled persons, and veterans. - Support the development of affordable rental and owned housing, including projects located near job centers that will be affordable to service employees and other low-wage members of the workforce. - Support homeownership opportunities for households through down payment or closing cost assistance. Basis for Relative Priority The need for affordable housing for target populations was shown to be in great need in the Housing Market Analysis, and Community Needs Survey. As demonstrated in the Housing Needs Assessment many families suffer from substandard conditions, overcrowding, and have a severe housing cost burden. 2 Priority Need Name Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention Priority Level High Population Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1544 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 124 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - Support Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless - HMIS Support - Provide Rapid Re-Housing and Homelessness Prevention Description - Assist persons who are homeless through emergency, transitional, and permanent housing, and supportive services. - Assist households at risk of homelessness with short-term rental payment and other assistance. - Assist agencies in tracking homelessness services through a homeless management information system. Basis for Relative Priority As demonstrated in the Homeless Needs Assessment section of this plan and the Community Needs Survey, the homeless population in the Collier County continues to grow without the increase of services to meet their needs. Interviews with community stakeholders, public meeting comments, and survey data reveled through our strategic planning process that this is a high priority, 3 Priority Need Name Public Facilities Priority Level High Population Extremely Low-Income 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1545 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 125 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - Improve Public Facilities - Improve Other Facilities Description - Support public facility improvements that benefit low/moderate income households and persons, and persons with special needs to include community centers, health care facilities, parks, and public safety stations/offices, as well as other allowable public facility projects. - Improve existing deteriorated public facilities and infrastructure in low- and moderate- income areas. Basis for Relative Priority The need for facilities is shown through the continued expressed need from the Community Needs Survey. 4 Priority Need Name Public Infrastructure Improvements Priority Level High 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1546 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 126 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Population Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - Public Infrastructure Improvements Description - Support public infrastructure improvements that benefit low/moderate income households that eliminate blight, improve safety, and provide new affordable housing to include demolition and redevelopment, sidewalk construction and repair, street improvements, streetscaping, street lighting, crosswalks and pedestrian signaling systems, stormwater improvements, and other allowable infrastructure improvements not listed here. - Improve existing deteriorated infrastructure in low- and moderate-income areas. Basis for Relative Priority The need for infrastructure is shown through the continued demand for assistance from the various programs and the expressed need from the Community Need Survey, interviews with key community stakeholders, consultation with County staff, survey data, prior studies conducted by the Collier Metropolitan Planning Organization. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1547 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 127 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 5 Priority Need Name Public Services Priority Level High Population Extremely Low-Income Low-Income Moderate-Income Disabled (Physical, Mental, Behavioral Health) Elderly and Frail Elderly Children and Youth Homeless and At-Risk Populations Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - Provide Public Service Description Fund projects that provide supportive services to low- and moderate-income households as well as persons with special needs, specifically including but not limited to medical and dental services, mental health and substance abuse services, services to persons with disabilities, senior services, youth services, housing counseling, legal services, services for victims of domestic violence, employment training, and other allowable public services not listed here. Basis for Relative Priority Through the Community Needs Survey and interviews with key community stakeholders, public meeting input, survey data. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1548 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 128 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 6 Priority Need Name Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Choice Priority Level High Population All Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals Provide public services Provide assistance and education to homebuyers Description Support targeted fair housing activities such as fair housing education, complaint handling services, and enforcement. Basis for Relative Priority Impediment identified in AI 7 Priority Need Name Program Administration and Planning Priority Level High Population All Geographic Areas Affected Countywide – Collier County, FL Associated Goals - Program Administration 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1549 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 129 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Description Performance of administrative and planning requirements of CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs. Basis for Relative Priority Consultation with County staff Table 46 – Priority Needs Summary 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1550 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 130 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) SP-30 Influence of Market Conditions – 91.215 (b) Influence of Market Conditions Table 47 – Influence of Market Conditions Affordable Housing Type Market Characteristics that will influence the use of funds available for housing type Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) TBRA is an important tool for families to maintain affordable housing. Severe cost burden is the greatest predictor of homelessness risk, with populations paying more than 50% of their income towards housing costs or having incomes at or below 50% AMI at greatest risk of becoming homeless TBRA for Non- Homeless Special Needs Lack of units with supportive services influences this program. Based upon consultations with homeless housing and social service agencies, a need for supportive housing has been identified as a priority. The special needs households include those with disabilities, persons with mental illness, elderly, frail elderly, veterans, as well as dysfunctional households facing a variety of issues. Market characteristics impacting this priority relate to the shortage of privately-owned housing units which are available to provide supportive housing programs. This problem is intensified by the lack of public funds. New Unit Production Rents will not financially support the cost of new unit production. A shortage of affordable, decent housing units is an identified need. The market characteristics influencing this priority include the age and condition of the existing housing stock without the rent levels to support rehabilitation. New construction faces the same market conditions. The HOME program can provide some resources to address this issue. Rehabilitation Rents will not financially support the cost of major rehabilitation projects similar to the new unit production priority discussed above, the achievable rents and income levels in the County often result in rehabilitation in the private marketplace to be financially infeasible. This issue is intensified by the age and condition of the housing stock. Acquisition, including preservation Lack of funding available to finance projects. There are opportunities to improve the conditions and affordability of housing by the acquisition of vacant, deteriorating structures. These structures are for the most part multi-unit in nature or previously nonresidential buildings appropriate for conversion. The cost and complexity of acquisition and rehabilitation of these structures usually requires implementations by an experienced housing development entity and financial assistance. When structures are of historic or architectural value, the cost can be increased. Similar to the new unit production, the HOME program can provide the resources for this type of development. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1551 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 131 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) SP-35 Anticipated Resources - 91.215(a)(4), 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction Collier County Entitlement grant resources totaling $4,567,555.47 are anticipated for the 2021 program year to meet underserved needs, foster decent affordable housing, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. Along with the County’s 2021 annual CDBG, HOME, and ESG allocations, this figure includes $134,787.17 in prior year CDBG funds and $666,127.30 in prior year HOME funds that will be reprogrammed for use this year. Additionally, this figure includes an estimated $20,000 in program income, which the County anticipates receiving from its CDBG program for use in 2021. Anticipated Resources • Bond Financing: For multi-family affordable housing and single-family projects. A portion of the bonds issued by a state, local government, or housing development agency may be considered as HOME match. • Collier County Housing Trust Fund: Administered by the County eligible activities include predevelopment, acquisition, construction, and rehabilitation costs associated with low- income housing development. The full amount of Collier Housing Trust Fund grants/loans invested into the project is eligible as HOME match. • Florida Affordable Housing Tax Credit Program: Administered by the State of Florida, this program provides below-market interest rates for low-income housing projects. The maximum interest rate reduction is approximately 4% below market, for a maximum term of 20 years. HOME match is calculated by applying the present discounted cash value to the total yield foregone by the lender. • Affordable Housing Surtax: Passed by the voters in 2018 Property Tax Exemptions: Not for profit developers may receive an exemption from property taxes have been awarded on a project-by-project basis to low-income housing developments. Generally based on the benefits provided to the community and the duration of the low-income housing commitment. • Volunteer Labor: Area non-profit housing developers have been successful in utilizing volunteer labor in their developments. Architects, attorneys, and other professionals have also contributed their services to non-profit housing developments in Collier. Volunteer labor is eligible as HOME match. • Private Contributions: Cash and materials have been contributed to the past by private businesses, lenders, corporations, and foundations to assist in the development of low- income housing in the County. It is expected that future contributions from private sources will continue to provide needed assistance. Private contributions are eligible as HOME match. • Other Federal Resources Used at the Local Level: Federal Low-income Housing Tax Credits are allocated by the State of Florida and are used to subsidize rental housing developments that are affordable to persons with incomes below 60% AMI. Area projects have typically applied for the 9% tax credits in order to serve a lower-income population. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1552 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 132 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The 9% tax credits are more desirable but statewide demand greatly exceeds available funding. • Publicly owned land: The County has a history of utilizing public property for affordable housing. Currently one property is under development for low-income affordable housing in the County. The County does own land itself that could be put toward affordable housing, but is looking at what it has, as well as land owned by other public agencies, to determine whether certain properties are well suited for affordable housing. • State Housing Initiatives Partnership program (SHIP): Provides funds to local governments as an incentive to create partnerships that produce and preserve affordable homeownership and multifamily housing. The program was designed to serve very low, low- and moderate-income families. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1553 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 133 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder of Con Plan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ CDBG Public – Federal - Public services - Infrastructure and facility improvements - Housing - Economic Development - Administration - Fair Housing $2,774,274 $20,000 $134,787.17 $2,899,061.17 $11,596,244.68 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, program income, and prior year unallocated funds HOME Public – Federal - Homebuyer assistance - Acquisition - Rental or homeowner rehab - Rental or homeownership new construction - Tenant-based rental assistance - Administration $753,000 $31,571 $666,127.30 $1,450,698.30 $5,802,793.20 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, program income, and prior year unallocated funds ESG Public – Federal - Shelter Operations - Rapid Re-Housing - Homelessness Prevention - HMIS - Administration $217,796 $0 $0 $217,796 $871,184.00 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds Table 48 - Anticipated Resources 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1554 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 134 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. Collier County leverages a combination of public and private funding to conduct activities identified in this plan. During this Consolidated Plan period, the County will research opportunities to apply for additional funding streams that are consistent with the goals of the Consolidated Plan. Infrastructure improvements projects capitalize on the ongoing revitalization efforts in the Bayshore Gateway Triangle and the Immokalee CRA. These areas were designated by the Collier County Board of Commissioners to boost the local economy and uplift surrounding communities. Additionally, the County works with several nonprofit organizations by granting funding for facility improvements and services. These grant funds are leveraged by private donations and other resources to provide services to clients or residents of Collier County. The HOME program requires a 25% match of the total amount of funds drawn down during the federal fiscal year. Collier County HOME subrecipients are required to submit a match log that identifies the sources of match funds for each fiscal year. Match funds can be derived from various sources to include: the value of sponsorships from local businesses; waived County fees; donated land or improvements; volunteer hours; donated materials; or by other eligible methods as provided in the HOME regulations. When necessary, the County also uses its SHIP funding to match HOME funds. Historically, match amounts for HOME subrecipients have far exceeded the 25% annual contribution requirements stipulated by HOME program regulations. The ESG program requires a 100% match for the total amount of funds drawn down during the federal fiscal year. Collier County requires all ESG subrecipients to provide a dollar-for-dollar match by calculating the value of volunteer hours, private donations, and salary not covered by ESG, other grant funding, in-kind donations, or by other eligible methods as provided in the ESG regulations. The County also provides match support for the ESG program from general funds. If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan County owned land will be used in in the development of 82 housing units at the Bembridge property in partnership with McDowell Housing partners. There is no HUD funding in this development. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1555 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 135 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, nonprofit organizations, and public institutions. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1556 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 136 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Responsible Entity Responsible Entity Type Role Geographic Area Served Collier County Government CDBG, HOME, and ESG Program Administration Collier County Able Academy Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Boys & Girls Club of Collier County Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Children's Advocacy Center of Collier County Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Collier County Housing Authority Housing Authority Homeownership/ Affordable Housing Collier County Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition Nonprofit Organization Homeownership/ Affordable Housing Collier County Collier Resource Center, Inc. Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Collier Senior Resources Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Drug Free Collier Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Empty Bowls Naples, Inc Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Grace Place for Children and Families Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Habitat for Humanity of Collier County Nonprofit Organization Homeownership/ Affordable Housing Collier County Harry Chapin Food Bank Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1557 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 137 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Hope for Families Ministry Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Immokalee CRA Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance Nonprofit Organization Homeownership/ Affordable Housing Collier County Legal Aid Service of Collier County Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Lighthouse of Collier Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Meals of Hope Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County NAMI Collier County Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Naples Senior Center at JFCS Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Our Daily Bread Food Pantry Incorporated Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Residential Options of Florida (ROOF) Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County St. Matthews House Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County St. Vincent de Paul Society, Naples Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County STARability Foundation Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County The Immokalee Foundation Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County The Salvation Army Naples Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County The Shelter for Abused Women & Children Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1558 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 138 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) United Way of Collier and the Keys Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Wounded Warriors of Collier Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Youth Haven, Inc. Nonprofit Organization Public Service Collier County Table 49 - Institutional Delivery Structure Assess of Strengths and Gaps in the Institutional Delivery System Collier County has a comprehensive network of service providers that is made up of nonprofits, private sector developers, community-based development organizations, local housing authorities, and coalitions. Additionally, Collier County has enough staff capacity to dedicate one staff member per grant program that is administers. This allows both the staff and the service providers to become subject matter experts in their grant programs. This expertise maximizes both the efficiency and effectiveness of the programs administration and minimizes mistakes. One of the greatest gaps in the Institutional Delivery System is the financial capacity of the nonprofit partners. The funding Collier County provides is intended to be supplemental to the operation of programs. For many of the nonprofits the County’s funding represents the majority of the money expended for a program and limits the reach of the program beyond the amount allocated by HUD. An additional gap has been identified since the release of the revised HOME Final Rule. The final rule eliminated the ability of local housing authorities to serve as Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs). While a new CHDO has been identified to take the place of this housing authority some local institutional knowledge has been lost in the transition. Availability of services targeted to homeless persons and persons with HIV and mainstream services. Homelessness Prevention Services Available in the Community Targeted to Homeless Targeted to People with HIV Homelessness Prevention Services Counseling/Advocacy X X X Legal Assistance X X X Mortgage Assistance X Rental Assistance X X Utilities Assistance X X 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1559 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 139 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Street Outreach Services Law Enforcement X Mobile Clinics Other Street Outreach Services X Supportive Services Alcohol & Drug Abuse X X X Child Care X X X Education X Employment and Employment Training X Healthcare X X X HIV/AIDS X X X Life Skills X X Mental Health Counseling X X X Transportation X Other Other Table 50 - 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) Collier County has a comprehensive network of service providers that is made up of nonprofits, private sector developers, community-based development organizations, local housing authorities, and coalitions. Additionally, Collier County has enough staff capacity to dedicate one staff member per grant program that is administers. This allows both the staff and the service providers to become subject matter experts in their grant programs. This expertise maximizes both the efficiency and effectiveness of the programs administration and minimizes mistakes. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1560 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 140 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) One of the greatest gaps in the Institutional Delivery System is the financial capacity of the nonprofit partners. The funding Collier County provides is intended to be supplemental to the operation of programs. For many of the nonprofits the County’s funding represents most of the money expended for a program and limits the reach of the program beyond the amount allocated by HUD. An additional gap has been identified since the release of the revised HOME Final Rule. The final rule eliminated the ability of local housing authorities to serve as Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs). While a new CHDO has been identified to take the place of this housing authority some local institutional knowledge has been lost in the transition. 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 The County has been successful at partnering with several agencies serving persons with special needs via entitlement funding, and also has provided services and programs to persons with special needs via the SHIP program, which aids in the production and preservation of affordable homeownership and multifamily housing for very low, low, and moderate-income households. Although the County has been successful at working with many of the non-profit organizations in the community, gaps in service delivery include supportive services for homeless individuals, persons with special needs, and supportive housing and transitional housing for residents with substance and alcohol abuse issues. 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. The most significant gap in the service delivery system is identifying sufficient funding to meet the needs identified. Collier County typically receives requests for four to five times the funding available on an annual basis. Consequently, funding is allocated to as many high priorities needs, and projects as is practicable. Given the limited HUD funding available to completely overcome the gaps in the institutional structure, the County collaborates with various partners to ensure that priority needs are addressed. For example, the County operates as the lead agency for the Area Agency on Aging, which provides case management and other services for seniors and oversees a daily nutritional program for seniors in the community. Also, the County seeks and has been successful in receiving many other awards to address priority needs. These grants include a SHIP award to assist with homeowner and rental opportunities and a state of Florida Criminal Justice, Mental Health and Substance Abuse grant through which the County partners with the Sheriff’s office and a local mental health facility to improve outcomes for persons in the criminal justice system who have mental health issues. The development of social service collaborations across the region to coordinate the work of social service organizations, disseminate news and information, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs is necessary to assist the community in overcoming gaps in services for the homeless and residents with substance abuse issues. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1561 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 141 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) SP-45 Goals Summary – 91.215(a)(4) Goal Descriptions • Provide Assistance and Education to Homebuyers - Funds will be used to assist low-income, first-time homebuyers with down-payment assistance to purchase a home. • Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for homeownership. • Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for rental housing. • CHDO Set-Aside – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for housing developed by a CHDO. • Tenant Based Rental Assistance – Funds will be used to provide rental subsidies to low-income persons, persons with mental illness, elderly, frail elderly, disabled, and veterans. • Support Emergency Shelter and Services for the Homeless – Funds will be used to provide emergency shelter services and permanent housing for homeless persons. • HMIS Support – Funds will be used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to homeless individuals and families and persons at risk of homelessness. • Provide Homelessness Prevention - Funds will be used to provide permanent housing to prevent persons from becoming homeless. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1562 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 142 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Priority Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 1 Administration & Planning 2021 2025 Other Countywide Provide Administration & Planning CDBG: $2,773,270 ESG: $81,678.50 HOME: $392,123.70 Other: Planning & Administration: CDBG: 5; HOME: 5; ESG: 5 2 Support New Construction or Rehabilitation or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $2,500,000 Rental Units Constructed: 400 2 Improve Public Infrastructure 2021 2025 Non-Housing Community Development Countywide Public Infrastructure Improvement CDBG: $918,380 Public facility or infrastructure activities other than low/moderate-income housing benefit: 5,625 3 Improve Public and Other Facilities 2021 2025 Non- Housing Community Development Countywide Public Facilities CDBG: $672,751.32 Public facility or infrastructure activities other than low/moderate-income housing benefit: 900 4 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $5,395,000.00 HOME: $2,000,000.00 Rental Units Rehabilitated Assisted: 260 Rental Units Acquired: 5 5 Provide Public Services 2021 2025 -Community Development Countywide Public Services CDBG: $1,741,755.85 Number of persons assisted: 1100 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1563 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 143 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 6 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $1,245,058.60 Other: Rental Units Acquired: 5 7 CHDO 2022 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CHDO Set-aside: $451,800 Rental Units Constructed: 20 8 Support Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless 2021 2025 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $500,000.00 Homeless Person Overnight Shelter: 600 9 HMIS Support 2021 2025 Other Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $200,000.00 Other: HMIS Support 10 Homeless Prevention & Rapid Rehousing 2021 2025 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $307,306.50 Homelessness Prevention: 25 persons 11 Tenant Based Rental Assistance 2021 2025 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention HOME: $500,000 Tenant-based Rental Assistance/ Rapid Rehousing: 20 Table 51 – Goals Summary 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1564 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 144 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 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 next five years, Collier County anticipates providing affordable housing for an estimated 25 extremely low-income, low- income, or moderate-income families through CHDO activities, and support for new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable rental or for-sale housing using HOME funds. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1565 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 145 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 Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) is an independent authority established under state law, is separate from the general control of the County, and operates no HUD-funded public housing units. The Collier County Housing Authority is not required by a Section 504 Voluntary Compliance Agreement to increase the number of accessible units. Activities to Increase Resident Involvements The Collier County Housing Authority undertakes a variety of initiatives to increase resident involvement which include established programs that represent all residents living in Housing Authority developments. The Collier County Housing Authority coordinates programs, activities, and services offered to residents, including: Family Self Sufficiency Program - designed to assist residents with achieving self- sufficiency. This effort is accomplished through goal setting, intervention, advocacy, and community collaboration. When entering the program, the residents meet with a Family Self Sufficiency (FSS) Program Coordinator to discuss their needs and to set goals. Residents can receive assistance with seeking employment, job training, and educational opportunities. Is the public housing agency designated as troubled under 24 CFR part 902? The Collier County Housing Authority is not designated as troubled and is considered a high performer. Plan to remove the ‘troubled’ designation Not applicable SP-55 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.215(h) Barriers to Affordable Housing The inventory of affordable housing in Collier County is not sufficient to meet the demand for affordable units. One of the primary challenges to creating and preserving affordable housing in Collier County is that household income is failing to keep up with rising housing costs. The local economy is focused on retail, hospitality, services, and agriculture; however, high housing costs have priced out much of the workforce needed for the county to function. Strategy to Remove or Ameliorate the Barriers to Affordable Housing 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1566 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 146 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Collier County faces a burgeoning issue in trying to identify, quantify and qualify new and existing affordable housing units. With a wider range of housing options, Collier County would be better equipped to tackle the affordable housing problem. The effort requires comprehensive strategies and a variety of tools that can be used alone or in combination to reduce costs and increase availability. During this consolidated plan period, Collier County will continue to Review and Revise the Land Development Code which, if done well will make it easier to implement necessary changes to encourage housing affordability. The current Land Development Code (LDC) does not consistently support and encourage growth in already existing urbanized areas of the county (those areas generally west of Collier Parkway). Many of the LDC’s ordinances are geared toward large-scale, planned-unit developments (PUDs) on greenfield sites. Conversely, smaller-scale redevelopment and infill sites in already developed areas of the county are challenging to consolidate, may need to address adjacent uses and neighborhood concerns, and often require additional density to make them financially feasible. Collier County can also consider reducing parking standards to achieve affordability, permitting guest houses as accessory dwelling rental unit, encouraging smart-site infrastructure, and identify strategic opportunity sites. SP-60 Homelessness Strategy – 91.215(d) Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs Collier County, through its nonprofit partners, provides services for the homeless by allocating ESG funding. The network of services providers refers clients to one another for assistance on an ad hoc basis. They work to build trusting relationships with homeless persons living on the streets and in shelters as well as at-risk populations to remain stably housed. The subrecipients perform assessments for homeless persons and those at risk of homelessness to link them to shelter and other supportive services that are appropriate to meet their needs. All subrecipients funded through the County’s ESG will participate in coordinated entry. Additionally, the County also continues to provide funding for salaries and operating costs to shelters in the community including the Shelter for Abused Women and Children. The County also supports facility improvements at local emergency shelter locations. Collier County also participates in the Point in Time Count to identify the number of homeless persons in the County and to appropriately allocate funding to address homelessness and human trafficking victims. Addressing the emergency and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Collier County currently awards its ESG entitlement funds to subrecipients for the operation of emergency shelters, provision of hotel/motel vouchers, financial assistance through rapid re- housing to become stably housed and homeless prevention programs to serve individuals and families. Some emergency shelters and homeless prevention programs are designed to focus their services to the needs of specific populations such as families, victims of domestic violence, persons being evicted, and persons with severe mental health disorders or substance abuse histories. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1567 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 147 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) In response to the HEARTH Act and 24 CFR part 576, Collier County, in collaboration with its subrecipients are working together to prevent homelessness by helping families remain within their communities and retain their current permanent housing or diverting people to permanent housing solutions. The first step in this process was to streamline the intake of homeless families seeking emergency shelter. The improved coordination will result in more families being diverted away from homelessness and more families exiting homelessness and being rapidly re-housed in permanent housing. 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. The County will continue to administer the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) and oversee activities for homeless individuals and families. The County has identified rapid re-housing as a priority during the next Consolidated Plan period. Obtaining permanent housing for homeless individuals and families will shorten the length of time spent in emergency and transitional shelters. Collier County encourages collaboration with organizations to transition as many people as possible into permanent housing as quickly as possible. The County also supports the implementation of coordinated entry process to assess and direct the homeless and people with mental illness to appropriate housing and services. Some families or individuals may require only limited assistance for a short period of time, such as emergency food and shelter -- until a first paycheck is received or a medical emergency has passed. Others will require more comprehensive and long-term assistance, such as transitional housing with supportive services and job training. Due to limited resources, it is important for agencies to eliminate duplication of effort by local agencies, both in assessment procedures and in subsequent housing and supportive services. The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) can be improved with common intake forms, shared data, effective assessment instruments and procedures, and on-going coordination of assistance among community organizations. 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 Diversion to housing and services outside of the traditional homeless services system is an integral part of helping families to avoid becoming homeless. Through a coordinated system, service providers will work with families to identify other housing options available for the household rather than accessing shelter through the homeless system. For example, family or friends that the client may be able to stay with while stabilizing their housing situation, which 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1568 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 148 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) may be more beneficial for the household and simultaneously reserves homeless shelter resources for those with no other options. SP-65 Lead based paint Hazards – 91.215(i)y Actions to address LBP hazards and increase access to housing without LBP hazards Collier County will continue to implement countermeasures to reduce lead-based paint hazards by abating or removing lead-based paint hazards found in existing housing built prior to 1978. Collier County educates the public on the hazards of lead-based paint and educates parents about protecting their children. In response to lead-based paint hazards and the limited resources available, the County will plan a steady, long-term response in accordance with Federal lead- based paint standards, other applicable federal regulations, and local property standards. The County will identify houses with lead-based paint through the various housing programs undertaken by the County and will abate or remove lead hazards in high priority units. Government assisted housing rehabilitation projects will include the completion of a lead-based paint inspection according to HUD and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. Policies and procedures for abatement of lead hazards have been established in Collier County, which include determining cost effectiveness for abatement and procedures for assessing, contracting, and inspecting post-abatement work. The policies and procedures also include preparing work write-ups and costs estimates for all income eligible persons in Collier County with identified lead-based paint hazards. How are the actions listed above related to the extent of lead poisoning and hazards? Lead poisoning is the leading environmental hazard to children, creating devastating and irreversible health problems. The leading cause of lead-based poisoning is exposure to dust from deteriorating paint in homes constructed before 1978. This is due to the high lead content used in paint during that period, and particularly in homes built before 1950. Pre-1978 housing occupied by lower income households with children offers particularly high risks of lead exposure due to the generally lower levels of home maintenance among lower income households. This is an important factor since it is not the lead paint itself that causes the hazards, but rather the deterioration of the paint that releases lead-contaminated dust and allows children to peel and eat lead-contaminated flakes. How are the actions listed above integrated into housing policies and procedures? Collier County policies and procedures call for full compliance with the lead-based paint regulations at 24 CFR Part 35. Contractors, subrecipients, and other community partners are advised of the lead-based paint regulations and the County works with them to ensure inspection, testing, and abatement of lead hazards wherever necessary. Additionally, the County distributes information and literature on lead hazards to households who may be at risk of exposure. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1569 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 149 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 Collier County has a Business and Economic Division that provides help with business relocation and expansion. This Division has partnered with several local economic development agencies, including the Small Business Development Center, which helps with small business start-ups, Career Source of Southwest Florida to help with job training and employment services, and Naples Chamber of Commerce. The local community college provides additional classes and training related to small business development and implementation and job training programs. Life skills, employment, and job training activities are offered in areas with high concentrations of low-income residents including Immokalee, and there are two targeted CRAs in the Bayshore- Gateway Triangle Area and Immokalee. How are the Jurisdiction poverty reducing goals, programs, and policies coordinated with this affordable housing plan Some of the jurisdiction’s poverty reduction programs and the affordable housing programs detailed in this plan are managed by Collier County, allowing for strong coordination of program offerings, performance goals, and policies. 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 Subrecipients will receive information on federal and local regulations relating to their specific activity, along with an explanation as to how they apply to the project. Specific performance objectives will be outlined within each subrecipient agreement, giving measurable objectives for the eligible activity to be carried out. Each project is monitored on an ongoing basis and all preconstruction conferences are attended by division staff. Prior to any contracting, CHS staff reviews program requirements with prospective subrecipients, including emphasis on conflict of interest and special requirements for each subrecipient’s specific agreement. This process ensures subrecipients are fully aware of program requirements. Documentation submitted with reimbursement requests is reviewed for compliance with applicable regulations and measurable objectives prior to issuing funds. On-site monitoring of selected subrecipients is scheduled by the County and conducted by the CHS Grant Monitoring Team using an enhanced monitoring checklist. The Monitoring Team is typically composed of the Compliance Supervisor, the Project Grant Coordinator, the Monitoring Operations Analyst, and a Senior Accountant. This team is charged with providing a progress monitoring visit and evaluation and a second visit at final project closeout (the timing of which 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1570 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 150 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) are subject to change based on current divisional policies). The specific number of monitoring visits each funded entity receives is based on a risk evaluation, but every project will have a closeout monitoring. Projects still under construction for more than a year are also monitored until the project is complete. Projects are reviewed to ensure all aspects of the activity are carried out in accordance with applicable regulations. After a monitoring visit, CHS sends a follow-up letter to the subrecipient stating the outcome of the monitoring. Where required by the monitoring outcome, Corrective Action Plans are developed and the subrecipient’s compliance with the Corrective Action Plan is reviewed until the plan is satisfied. After the Corrective Action Plan is satisfied and all monitoring findings are cleared, CHS closes out the monitoring with a letter to the subrecipient identifying future compliance requirements and reporting responsibilities. In addition to the above, any subrecipient determined to be in need of and/or requesting additional training on how to meet grantee and federal requirements receives technical assistance (TA) in the form deemed most appropriate to the circumstances. The County has developed written policies and procedures that are in place for all federal grant programs. CHS continues to monitor and assist subrecipients to become aware of and knowledgeable about all grant requirements. Additionally, CHS provides TA to achieve compliance with all federal requirements and holds a quarterly partnership meeting with each subrecipient to ensure successful project completion. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1571 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 151 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Expected Resources AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction Collier County Entitlement grant resources totaling $4,567,555.47 are anticipated for the FY2021 to meet underserved needs, foster decent affordable housing, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. Along with the County’s 2021 annual CDBG, HOME, and ESG allocations, this figure includes $134,787.17 in prior year CDBG funds and $666,127.30 in prior year HOME funds that will be reprogrammed for use this year. Additionally, this figure includes an estimated $29,000 in CDBG program income and $31,571 in HOME program income. In the prior program year, the County received CDBG-CV and ESG-CV funds to assist eligible individuals and families facing hardships due to the COVID-19 pandemic. CDBG-CV funds were allocated towards economic development activities such as small business loans to assist businesses that have been negatively affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. CDBG-CV funds were also allocated to the purchase of medical equipment such as personal protective equipment and testing. ESG-CV funds were utilized for expanded rapid re-housing and homeless prevention activities. The County continues to assess the effectiveness of these allocated funds and will work to ensure that the funds are utilized to optimal efficiency. Additional resources available to Collier County in this program year include State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP) funding of approximately $2,500,000 which is used for a wide range of rehabilitation, rental housing, and homeownership assistance. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1572 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 152 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Anticipated Resources Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder of Con Plan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ CDBG Public – Federal - Public services - Infrastructure and facility improvements - Housing - Economic Development - Administration - Fair Housing $2,744,274 $29,000 $134,787.17 $2,908,061.17 $11,093,096 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, program income, and prior year unallocated funds HOME Public – Federal - Homebuyer assistance - Rental or homeowner rehab - Rental or homeownership new construction - Acquisition - Tenant-based rental assistance - Administration $753,000 $31,571 $666,127.30 $1,450,698.30 $3,138,284 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds, program income, and prior year unallocated funds ESG Public – Federal - Shelter Operations - Rapid Re-Housing - Homelessness Prevention - HMIS - Administration $217,796 $0 $0 $217,796.00 $871,184.00 Anticipated Year 1 funding will include entitlement grant funds Table 52 - Expected Resources – Priority Table 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1573 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 153 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. Projects selected for funding by Collier County leverage additional community resources, including public and private agency funds. Although the CDBG program does not require a match from non-federal sources, monies dedicated to infrastructure improvements capitalize on ongoing revitalization efforts by the Bayshore and Immokalee Community Redevelopment Agencies (CRAs). Facility improvements for nonprofit organizations enhance their ability to provide services to their clients or residents. Public service funds are granted to agencies with additional public and/or private funding streams that provide a variety of services in addition to those supported by CDBG funds. For example, several nonprofits receive state funds through the Department of Children and Families to support CDBG-funded programs. In recent years, subrecipients also had large private donors who made cash donations. Both the HOME and ESG programs have matching funds requirements. The HOME program match will be provided from organizations that receive HOME funding during FY2021 in in-kind contributions and other non-federal sources to fund the operations supporting the HOME funded program. The County may also satisfy the HOME match through the State Housing Initiative Program (SHIP). The ESG program requires the County provide a 1:1 match. The County plans to fund the Shelter for Abused Women and Children and the subrecipient will provide match through payment of costs associated with shelter operations such as program staff salaries. NAMI’s rapid re-housing and the HMIS activity will also provide required match. Additionally, the County pays the salaries of County staff to contribute to match requirements form HUD. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1574 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 154 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan Florida Statues Section 125.379, Disposition of County property for affordable housing, requires that counties create an inventory of real property with fee simple title appropriate for affordable housing. Collier County maintains the inventory of County-owned surplus land through its Real Property Division. Locally, the disposition of surplus land is governed by Resolution 2007-172 and Resolution 2010-123, which direct the County to sell the land and use the proceeds to increase financial resources set-aside for affordable housing. The County identified two publicly owned parcels suitable for new housing construction and released an RFP for their sale and development in fall 2018. One parcel, known as Bembridge, released an Invitation to Negotiate for the development of affordable housing in spring 2019. The Bembridge property developer will receive Florida Housing Finance Authority funding to construct 82 new rental units in 2021. The project has completed all zoning activities required for construction to begin. The project is expected to commence in late 2021. In 2019, the County acquired 60+ acres in Golden Gate City. As part of this acquisition the County has obligated 40ac to affordable housing. In 2020 the County released an RFP, and a nonprofit developer was selected. This project includes a 10M private donation to support the project. The County will contribute the land to project. In addition, the County Board of Commissioners recently adopted Resolution 2018-39, which encourages the co-location of housing and public facilities when the County acquires future property. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1575 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 155 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives Goal Descriptions • Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for homeownership. • Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for rental housing. • Tenant Based Rental Assistance – Funds will be used to provide rental subsidies to low-income persons, elderly, frail elderly, disabled, and veterans. • Support Emergency Shelter and Services for the Homeless – Funds will be used to provide emergency shelter services and permanent housing for homeless persons. • HMIS Support – Funds will be used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to homeless individuals and families and persons at risk of homelessness. • Provide Homelessness Prevention - Funds will be used to provide permanent housing to prevent persons from becoming homeless. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1576 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 156 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Goals Summary Information Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 1 CDBG Administration & Planning 2021 2022 Other Countywide Provide Administration & Planning CDBG: $554,654 ESG: $16,334.70 HOME: $78,295.30 Other: Planning & Administration: CDBG: 1; HOME: 1; ESG: 1 2 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing 2021 2022 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $500,000 Rental Units constructed: 80 3 Improve Public Infrastructure 2021 2022 Non-Housing Community Development Countywide Public Infrastructure Improvements CDBG: $183,676 Public facility or infrastructure activities other than low/moderate- income housing benefit: 1,125 4 Improve Public and Other Facilities 2021 2022 Non- Housing Community Development Countywide Public Facilities CDBG: $248,380.00 Public facility or infrastructure activities other than low/moderate- income housing benefit: 180 5 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing 2021 2022 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $1,079,000.00 HOME: $400,000.00 Rental Units Rehabilitated: 52 Rental Units Acquired: 1 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1577 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 157 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 6 Provide Public Services 2021 2022 Community Development Countywide Public Services CDBG: $348,351.17 Public service activities for other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 260 7 Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Housing for Homeownership 2021 2022 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $872,403 Homeowner Housing Added: 8 8 Support Emergency Shelter and Services for the Homeless 2021 2022 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $100,000.00 Homeless Person Overnight Shelter: 120 9 HMIS Support 2021 2022 Other Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $40,000 Other: HMIS support 3 10 Provide Homelessness Prevention 2021 2022 Homeless Special Needs Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $61,461.30 Homelessness Prevention: TBD 11 Tenant Based Rental Assistance 2021 2022 Affordable Housing Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention HOME $100,000 Tenant-based Rental Assistance/ Rapid Rehousing: 4 Table 53 – Goals Summary 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1578 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 158 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Projects AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) Introduction For FY 2021-2022, Collier County will fund a total of 12 projects under the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs, identified below with additional details provided in Section AP-38. Please note that funding levels and goal outcome indicators are estimates for planning purposes. Payments to subrecipients for individual projects and/or activities are not contingent on meeting annual outcome indicators shown below. Subrecipient award amounts may not match those in the applications submitted to the County, as not all projects were funded at requested levels. Recommended activities are eventually finalized in a legal agreement approved by the Board of County Commissioners and the subrecipients. The agreement is considered to contain the final activity description including funding levels, scope elements, deliverables and beneficiaries and supersedes any prior information such as the application or this action plan. CDBG projects include public services, public facility, and public infrastructure improvements. Under the HOME program, the County will fund, acquisition, and/or rehabilitation of affordable housing and a tenant-based rental assistance program. ESG activities include emergency shelter operations support and administration. The administrative costs of the CDBG, HOME, and ESG projects are also included as projects and represent 20%, 10%, and 7.5% of annual allocations, respectively. In the event that any of the activities identified in the project list and descriptions do not perform as anticipated and grant funds are returned, or in the event that additional funds become available, the County reserves the right to reprogram those funds for use in a TBRA, Down Payment and Closing Cost Assistance program for low- and moderate-income households. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1579 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 159 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Projects # Project Name 1 CDBG Collier County CDBG Administration & Planning 2 CDBG Casa San Juan Diego - National Development 3 CDBG Sunrise Group 4 CDBG Collier County Housing Authority – HVAC Installation 5 CDBG Collier County Housing Authority – Rental Acquisition 6 CDBG Shelter for Abused Women & Children 7 CDBG City of Naples 8 CDBG Sunrise Group 9 CDBG Legal Aid 10 CDBG Project HELP 11 HOME Habitat for Humanity 12 HOME Collier County HOME Administration & Planning 13 HOME Wounded Warrior Project 14 ESG Shelter for Abused Women 15 ESG Collier County ESG Administration & Planning Table 54 – Project Information Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs. The County has pursued a variety of strategies to impact the identified needs of the community, the primary obstacle to meeting the underserved needs is the lack of sufficient financial resources. Annually several project proposals may be unfunded or receive only partial funding due to lack of available resources. Allocation priorities for the FY 2021-2022 Action Plan are consistent with those outlined in the Strategic Plan portion of the County’s 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan. The priorities were identified through a review of market conditions as well as a needs assessment that analyzed affordable housing, special need housing, homeless, and non-housing community development needs in Collier County. Substantial participation by residents, local and regional organizations, and other stakeholders also informed these priorities. The Consolidated Plan and the Needs Assessment conducted as part of the Consolidated Planning process identified affordable for-sale and rental housing as a top need in Collier County. Housing affordability was the most common issue identified by interviewees and community meeting participants throughout the county, including in Naples and Immokalee. Further, according to Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, about 19% of all households in the county spend more than 30% of their income on housing. For low- and moderate-income households, about 75% of renters and 65% of owners spend over 30% of income on housing. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1580 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 160 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The County made its funding decisions for this Action Plan based on need, geographic priorities, and opportunities to work with subrecipients and other partners that contribute additional resources to leverage federal funds. The main obstacle to addressing underserved needs is the shortage of financial resources to address Collier County’s priorities. In the event of natural disasters, pandemics, and other worldwide crisis events (natural or manmade), the County may substantially amend the projects in this Plan to meet the immediate needs of the community. It is the responsibility of the County to plan ahead and be disaster prepared. For example, in the event of hurricanes the County may reprioritize from normal activities to focus on infrastructure and facilities improvements, or increase public services, where allowable, in the case of a pandemic or other natural disaster. Under the State SHIP program, the county has an existing Disaster Assistance Strategy that goes into effect when a disaster declaration has been declared by the President or the Governor. Collier County will also take advantage of federal waivers that may be issued from time to time in the event of declared disasters. In April 2020, the County identified HUD CDBG, ESG and HOME waivers that it was electing to use in addressing the Coronavirus pandemic. Collier County will continue to take advantage of all appropriate CDBG, ESG and HOME waivers as they become available 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1581 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 161 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-38 Project Summary Project Summary Information No. Project Goals Supported Geographic Areas Needs Addressed Funding 1 Collier County CDBG Administration & Planning CDBG Planning and Administration Countywide CDBG Planning & Administration CDBG: $548,854.00 Description CDBG Program Administration & Planning Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) 1 Location Description activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) County Wide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) CDBG funds will be used for administrative and planning activities. 2 Casa San Juan Diego - National Development Support New Construction, Rehabilitation, or Acquisition of Affordable Rental Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $500,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds to support the development of 80 affordable housing rental units in Immokalee Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1582 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 162 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 80 low-mod households (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) County Wide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Phase 1: Preliminary engineering, architectural design & permitting. 3 Sunrise Group Public Facility Improvement Countywide Public Facility Improvement CDBG: $56,369.76 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for facility improvements. The County will allocate prior year CDBG funding. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 60 individuals with disabilities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Countywide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Public Facility Improvements 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1583 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 163 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 4 Collier County Housing Authority Affordable Housing: HVAC Installation Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $500,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for public facility improvements: HVAC Installation Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) 50 households Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Countywide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for support affordable housing: HVAC Installation 5 Collier County Housing Authority Rental Acquisition Countywide Affordable Housing CDBG: $579,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for rental acquisition for low-income households Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) 2 households Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be Countywide 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1584 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 164 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for rental acquisition for low-income households 6 Shelter for Abused Women & Children Public Facility Improvement Countywide Public Facility Improvement CDBG: $51,223.07 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for security enhancement. The County will allocate prior year funding. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) 120 victims of domestic violence (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Countywide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Security Enhancement 7 City of Naples Infrastructure & Improvement Countywide Public Facility CDBG: $183,676.00 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1585 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 165 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for streetlight replacement in Census Tract 0007.00. The County will allocate prior year funding. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) 1125 low-mod income persons. Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) City of Naples Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for streetlight replacement in low-income areas 8 Sunrise Group Public Services Countywide Public Services CDBG: $98,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for transportation. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 60 persons with disabilities Location Description (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Countywide Planned Activities (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP-36 Project Detail screen) Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for transportation of disabled persons. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1586 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 166 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 9 Legal Aid Public Services Countywide Public Services CDBG: $158,351.17 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for services to victims Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 100 Victims Served (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for legal services to victims. (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 10 Project HELP Public Services Countywide Public Services CDBG: $92,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for a mobile forensic unit. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 80 Persons Served (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1587 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 167 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Planned Activities Subrecipient will utilize CDBG funds for a mobile forensic unit for victims of violence and trafficking (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 11 Habitat for Humanity Affordable Housing Countywide Affordable Housing HOME: $306,275.70 Description Subrecipient will utilize HOME funds to acquire scattered sites for new construction. The County will allocate $566,127.30 in 2019 and 2020 prior year funding. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 8 units (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities Subrecipient will utilize HOME funds to acquire scattered sites for new construction. (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 13 Wounded Warriors Affordable Housing Countywide Affordable Housing HOME: $400,000.00 Description Subrecipient will utilize HOME funds to fund veteran housing. Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 1 household 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1588 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 168 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities Subrecipient will utilize HOME funds to acquire rental housing (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 14 Collier County HOME Administration & Planning HOME Planning and Administration Countywide HOME Planning and Administration HOME: $46,724.30 Description HOME Planning and Administration Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 1 (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities HOME Planning and Administration (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 15 Shelter for Abused Women Emergency Shelter Countywide Emergency Shelter ESG: $100,000.00 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1589 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 169 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Description Subrecipient will utilize ESG funds for emergency shelter operations Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 120 victims of domestic violence (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities Subrecipient will utilize ESG funds for emergency operations (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 16 Collier County ESG Administration & Planning ESG Administration & Planning Countywide ESG Administration & Planning ESG: $16,335.70 Description ESG Administration & Planning Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 1 (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities ESG Administration & Planning 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1590 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 170 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 17 ESG Uncommitted HMIS/Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Countywide HMIS/Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re- housing ESG: $101,460.30 Description HMIS/Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-housing Target Date for Completion 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities TBD (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Location Description Countywide (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) Planned Activities HMIS/Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re-housing (additional information for this discussion may be available on the AP- 36 Project Detail screen) 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1591 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 171 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. Collier County is an urban county that relies on widely accepted data such as American Community Survey (ACS), HUD low and moderate-income summary data, and Federal Financial Institutions Examinations Council (FFIEC) data to determine areas throughout the community with concentrations of low and moderate-income communities. Program resources are allocated County-wide based on low-mod areas which often coincide with areas of minority concentration. Over the next year, the County intends to utilize CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds in unincorporated parts of the County and the City of Naples. Marco Island, an incorporated city within the County, opted out of participation in 2012. Over the next program year, the County anticipates spending 96% of its CDBG funds and in Immokalee HVAC improvements to rental housing and infrastructure development and 4% in Naples undertaking , street light replacement, Countywide project include rental acquisitions, shelter security enhancements, transportation services, victim services, acquisition of affordable housing and veteran housing. Geographic Distribution Target Area Percentage of Funds City of Naples 4% Immokalee 18% Collier County- Countywide 78% Table 55 - Geographic Distribution Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically. Collier County targets resources in low-moderate income census block groups to meet regulatory requirements for CDBG grant funds and to target areas with the highest level of needs. Maps provided show Collier County block groups where 51% or more of the population have incomes at or below 80% of the area median income. These areas are considered “target areas” for use of HUD grant funds for area improvements, such as public infrastructure or facility improvements. HUD funds may also be spent outside of these targeted areas, as long as they provide services, improvements, affordable housing, or other benefits for low- and moderate-income households or special needs populations. The following map depict the low- and moderate-income block groups within Collier County. The low-income block groups identified in the map below will generally be prioritized for allocation of Consolidated Plan resources, however, individual low- and moderate-income persons residing anywhere in Collier County may be eligible beneficiaries of CDBG funds. The 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act established the Opportunity Zone program. Opportunity zones are low- income census tracts nominated by the Governor of the state to spur private investment for economic 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1592 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 172 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) development and job creation in the designated tracts. Collier County has five census tracts that are certified by the State as Opportunity Zones (census tracts 104.11, 108.02, 112.05, 113.01, and 114). HUD encouraged grantees to consider using their CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds for eligible activities in Opportunity Zones in CPD-19-01: Guidance on Submitting Consolidated Plans and Annual Action Plans. The County's Opportunity Zones overlap with census tracts within two of the CDBG target areas. For FY 2020-2021, the County anticipates funding two public facility projects in these census tract target areas. As the Opportunity Zone program regulations are finalized, the County will explore how the CPD funds can be used to leverage Opportunity Zone funding to these areas. Source: HUD CPD Mapping Tool, https://egis.hud.gov/cpdmaps/ Affordable Housing AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) Introduction Collier County partners with the Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) and several non-profit agencies to assist in projects designed to provide affordable rental and homeowner housing, 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1593 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 173 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) including assistance to people with disabilities and homeless individuals and families. The special needs population will be served through grants to local service providers. The homeless population will be served through assistance grants to local service providers. To address these needs, the County will use HOME, ESG, and CDBG funds to support the development of new affordable units and the rehabilitation of existing units. One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless 120 Non-Homeless 25 Special-Needs 3 Total 150 Table 56 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance 0 The Production of New Units 4 Rehab of Existing Units 50 Acquisition of Existing Units 3 Total 57 Table 57 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type Discussion: Rent Reasonableness allows Collier County to provide housing for units up to 10% over the Fair Market Rent rate. AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) Introduction The Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) is an independent authority established under state law, is separate from the general control of the County, and operates no HUD-funded public housing units. The Collier County Housing Authority is not required by a Section 504 Voluntary Compliance Agreement to increase the number of accessible units. The CCHA owns and manages 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1594 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 174 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) public housing developments, including low-income and farm labor housing at Farm Worker Village, farm labor housing at Collier Village, a 192-bed dormitory called Horizon Village, and some scattered site housing. Farm Worker Village is a multi-family low-income and farm labor housing development in Immokalee built under the USDA 514/516 Program. The development includes 176 total acres with 591 housing units, ranging from single-family homes to duplexes and quadraplexes. Farm Worker Village has a main office, convenience store, laundromat, community center, playground, and two daycare centers. Horizon Village offers 192 beds for unaccompanied migrants and seasonal farmworkers in dormitory- style efficiency units, each with space for 8 people, a common kitchen area with appliances, and two bathrooms. A meeting room is available to provide social and educational programs. The Housing Authority also administers approximately 440 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. Unlike most public housing authorities, CCHA has no HUD-funded public housing units. Their primary funding is from USDA. Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing. The CCHA has also applied for rehabilitation grant through the Collier County Community and Human Services Division to rehab older units located at Farmworker Village. This project will provide HVAC to 50 units. In 2019-2020, CCHA received a HOME grant to rehabilitate 52 units at Farm Worker village. In addition, CCHA has been awarded funds for the acquisition of rental property to support 2 households during this grant cycle. Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership. The CCHA also sponsors and supports self-sufficiency programs focused at helping their residents improve their economic situation and quality of living. The programs, ROSS and FSS, are voluntary self-sufficiency programs that provide participating families the opportunity to identify needs, improve skill sets, and work towards life goals, economic independence, and housing self- sufficiency programs provide families with: • A plan specifically tailored to their family or individual goals. • A link to community organizations geared towards education, job training and placement programs, computer and financial literacy, and increased self-sufficiency. • An advocate and supporter to help residents work through barriers preventing self- sufficiency. If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance. The Collier County Housing Authority is not designated as troubled and is considered a high performer. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1595 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 175 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) Introduction Collier County’s 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan identifies increasing housing options for homeless and at risk of homelessness as a strategic priority. Long-term objectives include supporting emergency housing and supportive services, and the implementation of a coordinated entry system. The 2021 ESG allocation will fund emergency shelter and prevention services that are projected to assist homeless and at-risk of homeless beneficiaries. The identified projects target homeless individuals and families who lack the resources to independently regain stable housing. Programs are designed to connect clients with the services necessary to ensure they move from emergency shelter to transitional or permanent housing. Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness including Collier County will utilize Emergency Solutions Grants funding for Emergency Shelter, Homelessness Prevention, Rapid Re-Housing, HMIS administration, and ESG program administration. Funding for these programs is projected to benefit homeless persons and those at risk of homelessness. Projects selected for funding are designed to help shorten the period the client experiences homelessness, improve their ability to secure stable housing, and prevent recurrent homeless episodes. Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs Collier County funds subrecipients that administer homelessness projects under the ESG program. They work to build trusting relationships with homeless persons living on the streets and in shelters as well as at-risk populations to remain stably housed. The subrecipients perform assessments for homeless persons and those at risk of homelessness to link them to shelter and other supportive services that are appropriate to meet their needs. All subrecipients funded through Collier County ESG will participate in coordinated entry. These organizations provide emergency shelter, rental and utility assistance, food and clothing, and other homeless services to individuals, families with children, veterans, unaccompanied youth, and including persons with HIV. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Collier County currently awards its ESG entitlement funds to subrecipients for the operation of emergency shelters, financial assistance through rapid re-housing to become stably housed, and homeless prevention programs to serve individuals and families. Some emergency shelters and homeless prevention programs are designed to focus their services to the needs of specific populations such as families, victims of domestic violence, human trafficking victims, persons 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1596 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 176 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) being evicted, and persons with severe mental health disorders or substance abuse histories. In response to the HEARTH Act and 24 CFR part 576, Collier County, in collaboration with its subrecipients are working together to prevent homelessness by helping families remain within their communities and retain their current permanent housing or diverting people to permanent housing solutions. The first step in this process was to streamline the intake of homeless families seeking emergency shelter. The improved coordination will result in more families being diverted away from homelessness and more families exiting homelessness and being rapidly re-housed in permanent housing. Other than the funds available through this process, emergency shelter and transitional housing needs may be addressed through grant funding opportunities, such as the competitive Continuum of Care process, or through other state or local funding streams. 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 The County will continue to administer the Emergency Solutions Grants Program and oversee activities for homeless individuals and families. The County has identified rapid re-housing as a priority during the next Consolidated Plan period. Obtaining permanent housing for homeless individuals and families will shorten the length of time spent in emergency and transitional shelters. Collier County encourages collaboration with organizations to transition as many people as possible into permanent housing as quickly as possible. Some families or individuals may require only limited assistance for a short period of time, such as emergency food and shelter -- until a first paycheck is received or a medical emergency has passed. Others, however, will require more comprehensive and long-term assistance, such as transitional housing with supportive services and job training. Due to limited resources, it is important for agencies to eliminate duplication of effort by local agencies, both in intake and assessment procedures, and in subsequent housing and supportive services. The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) can be improved with common intake forms, shared data, effective assessment instruments and procedures, and on-going coordination of assistance among community organizations. 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 Collier County will continue to operate its rental assistance program in 2021-2022 to assist families and individuals to avoid becoming homeless. This program seeks to prevent 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1597 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 177 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) homelessness by providing up to a year of short-term rental assistance (including up to 6 months of rental arrearage), rental security deposits and last month’s rent, and/or costs such as rental application fees and utilities. AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) Introduction: The inventory of affordable housing in Collier County is not sufficient to meet the demand for affordable units. One of the primary challenges to creating and preserving affordable housing in Collier County is that household income is failing to keep up with rising housing costs. The local economy is focused on retail, hospitality, services, and agriculture; however, high housing costs have priced out much of the workforce needed for the county to function. 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 Collier County faces a burgeoning issue in trying to identify, quantify and qualify new and existing affordable housing units. With a wider range of housing options, Collier County would be better equipped to tackle the affordable housing problem. The effort requires comprehensive strategies and a variety of tools that can be used alone or in combination to reduce costs and increase availability. During this consolidated plan period, Collier County will continue to Review and Revise the Land Development Code which, if done well will make it easier to implement necessary changes to encourage housing affordability. The current Land Development Code (LDC) does not consistently support and encourage growth in already existing urbanized areas of the county (those areas generally west of Collier Parkway). Many of the LDC’s ordinances are geared toward large-scale, planned-unit developments (PUDs) on greenfield sites. Conversely, smaller-scale redevelopment and infill sites in already developed areas of the county are challenging to consolidate, may need to address adjacent uses and neighborhood concerns, and often require additional density to make them financially feasible. Collier County can also consider reducing parking standards to achieve affordability, permitting guest houses as accessory dwelling rental unit, encouraging smart-site infrastructure, and identify strategic opportunity sites. AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) Introduction: In addition to the programs and activities described on the prior sections of this plan, the County and its subrecipients intend to undertake a number of other actions to address housing needs and problems in Collier County. These include efforts to reduce the hazards of lead-based paint in housing; efforts to improve the physical condition and management of public housing, promote greater resident involvement in public housing management and create opportunities 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1598 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 178 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) for homeownership by public housing residents; and modify or mitigate the impact of any public policies which act as barriers to public housing, improvements to the institutional delivery structure to address any gaps or weaknesses identified in the Consolidated Plan. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs Collier County will collaborate with community leaders, stakeholders, and local non-profit agencies to help remove obstacles to better meet the needs of the underserved population and improve service delivery. The County will coordinate the work of non The County relies on agencies on nonprofit agencies to provide social services, disseminate news and information, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs. Collier County will also support the expansion of HMIS technology beyond homeless service providers as a way to link the various categories of services provided by our partner non-profit organizations and standardize performance measures. The County will also review and analyze the work of its various departments and divisions to find opportunities for collaboration between similar programs. Program staff will also ensure that all fair housing education materials are current and compliant with the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Final Rule. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing. Collier County will actively work to address the need for more decent and affordable housing by continuing to prioritize the investment of funds into all its housing programs. In the interest of preserving affordable housing, the County will continue to support the use of HOME program funds for activities such as: down-payment assistance, land acquisition, TBRA, and single/multifamily acquisitions and rehabilitation. Additionally, the County will continue to utilize CDBG program funds to rehabilitate owner-occupied homes. To promote fair housing choice, the County will encourage and support fair housing rights for all and provide program funds to conduct outreach and education regarding the Fair Housing Law act of 1968. Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards. Collier County will continue to implement countermeasures to reduce lead-based paint hazards by abating or removing lead-based paint hazards found in existing housing built prior to 1978. Individuals who reside in properties built prior to 1978 and receive assistance through CDBG, ESG, or HOME grant programs are required to be inspected for lead-based paint hazards. These inspections are completed by a HUD Certified Inspector in accordance with HUD and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. Collier County educates the public on the hazards of lead-based paint and how to protect children and the elderly. In response to lead- based paint hazards and the limited resources available, the County has planned a steady, long- term response in accordance with Federal lead-based paint standards, other applicable federal regulations, and local property standards. Policies and procedures for abatement of lead hazards have been established in Collier County, which include determining cost effectiveness for abatement and procedures for assessing, contracting, and inspecting post-abatement work. The policies and procedures also include preparing work write-ups and costs estimates for all income eligible persons in Collier County with identified lead-based paint hazards. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1599 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 179 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families Collier County will continue to increase its efforts to implement anti-poverty strategies for the citizens of Collier. The County will strive to increase its efforts in assisting homeowners and renters with housing rehabilitation and renovation of affordable housing to decrease the financial burden on low-to-moderate-income persons. The County will employ the following strategies to reduce the number of poverty-level families: 1. Support the collaborative efforts of the service providers in Collier County to attract new business and industry to Collier. 2. Support the efforts of the Chamber of Commerce to target certain segments of the economy for business development/job creation. 3. Encourage nonprofit organizations to expand housing development programs to incorporate job-training opportunities as a part of their operations. 4. Promote the use of referral services for the existing Human Service Centers which involves a partnership with many human service agencies, including job referrals. 5. Provide assistance to the County’s CHDO to acquire and construct affordable rental housing for low/moderate income persons. 6. Participate in the development of a regional social service collaborative to coordinate the work of social service organizations, disseminate news and information, eliminate duplication of efforts, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs. 7. Use enhanced accomplishment data as a criterion in the evaluation of applications for ESG funding. 8. Support any expansion of local transit service and/or for express transit service. Through the initiatives described above, and in cooperation with the agencies and nonprofit organizations noted, the Community and Human Services Department will continue to assist low and moderate-income persons of Collier County over the next five years. Actions planned to develop institutional structure The Community and Human Services Department administers, plans, and manages all facets of the HUD grants for Collier County to ensure that all aspects of the grant programs perform in a concerted manner. The department will work as the housing and community development liaison between the county, local public housing, participating cities, state agencies, and non-profit and community-based organizations. Collier County recognizes the need to maintain a high level of coordination on projects involving other departments and/or non-profit organizations. This collaboration guarantees an efficient use of resources with maximum output in the form of accomplishments. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1600 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 180 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies The County will work to foster collaboration through dissemination of services, news, and information across social service organizations, subcontractors, and public and private entities. One way the County will accomplish this is through subrecipient meetings that bring together affordable housing developers and social service agencies. Additionally, the countywide Affordable Housing Plan over the next year will require input from and coordination of both housing providers and social service agencies. The County will encourage community-based solutions and regional partnerships and will continue to support and participate in the CoC, whose membership includes both affordable housing and social service agencies. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1601 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 181 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Program Specific Requirements AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) Introduction: Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(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 of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed. $29,000 2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan $0 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 use has not been included in a prior statement or plan. $0 5. The amount of income from float-funded activities $0 Total Program Income $0 Other CDBG Requirements 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1602 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 182 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 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. 80% HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(2) 1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section 92.205 is as follows: Collier County does not use other forms of investment. 2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds when used for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows: The County’s Recapture Provisions permit the original homebuyer to sell the property to any willing buyer, at any price the market will bear, during the period of affordability while the County is able to recapture all, or a portion of the HOME-assistance provided to the original homebuyer. Collier County utilizes a recapture policy in compliance of 24 CFR 92.254. The affordability period is determined based upon the amount of HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds invested into an individual project. HOME Regulations set three minimum tiers of affordability periods. When a homeowner chooses to sell or use the property for non-eligible HOME Program activities during the Period of Affordability, the full amount of the HOME Program Direct Subsidy shall be recaptured and repaid to Collier County provided that net proceeds are sufficient. If net proceeds are insufficient to repay the total HOME investment due, only the actual net proceeds will be recaptured. In the event that net proceeds are zero (as is usually the case with foreclosure), the recapture provision still applies. Recaptured funds shall be returned to the Collier County to reinvest in other affordable housing projects for low- to 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1603 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 183 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) moderate-income persons. The County’s Resale Provisions shall ensure that, when a HOME-assisted homebuyer sells or otherwise transfers his or her property, either voluntarily or involuntarily, during the affordability period: 1) The property is sold to another low-income homebuyer who will use the property as his or her principal residence. 2) The original homebuyer receives a fair return on investment, (i.e., the homebuyer’s down payment plus capital improvements made to the house); and 3) The property is sold at a price that is “affordable for a reasonable range of low-income buyers.” The County’s Recapture and Resale Provisions are included in full in the Appendix. 3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units acquired with HOME funds? See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows: Development Subsidy – a development subsidy is defined as financial assistance provided by the County to offset the difference between the total cost of producing a housing unit and the fair market value of the unit. When provided independently and absent any additional subsidy that could be classified a direct subsidy, development subsidy triggers resale. Direct Subsidy – a direct subsidy is defined as financial assistance provided by the County that reduces the purchase price for a homebuyer below market value or otherwise subsidizes the homebuyer [i.e., down-payment loan, purchase financing, assistance to CHDO to develop and sell unit below market or closing cost assistance]. A direct subsidy triggers recapture. Net Proceeds – the sales price minus superior loan repayment (other than HOME funds) and any closing costs. The County’s Recapture and Resale Provisions are included in full in the Appendix. 4. Plans for using HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that is rehabilitated with HOME funds along with a description of the refinancing guidelines required that will be used under 24 CFR 92.206(b), are as follows: Not applicable. Collier County has no plans to use HOME funds to refinance existing debt 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1604 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 184 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) secured by multifamily housing rehabilitated with HOME funds. Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Reference 91.220(l)(4) a) Include written standards for providing ESG assistance (may include as attachment) Collier County’s ESG Policy and Procedures Manual is attached as an appendix to this Plan. b) If the Continuum of Care has established centralized or coordinated assessment system that meets HUD requirements, describe that centralized or coordinated assessment system. Coordinated Entry is a streamlined system designed to efficiently match people experiencing homelessness or those at-risk of homelessness to available housing, shelter, and services. It prioritizes those who are most in need of assistance and provides crucial information that helps the Continuum of Care strategically allocate resources. Anyone seeking homelessness or homelessness prevention services in Collier County will complete a coordinated entry assessment which is subsequently evaluated for services. c) Identify the process for making sub-awards and describe how the ESG allocation available to private nonprofit organizations (including community and faith-based organizations). The County provides a competitive process for awarding all entitlement funding. This is widely advertised formally, via email, and at partnership meetings. A review and ranking committee reviews applications for merit and compliance. The CoC is provided an opportunity to support or not support an application. Eventually, the recommended awardees are noted in the Annual Action Plan. All public comment requirements are followed. The Annual Action Plan is presented to the Board of County Commissioners for approval, and then to HUD. The process is as follows: 1. Identification of community development issues, needs, and concerns through community meetings and citizen input. 2. Formulation of community development goals and preliminary strategies, i.e., staff and citizens. 3. Dissemination of Grant Funds information to agencies and individuals 4. Submission of Project applications; and 5. Project Selection: Review of project applications by review committee ii. Present recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners, Public Hearing and Final Selection sent to HUD d) If the jurisdiction is unable to meet the homeless participation requirement in 24 CFR 576.405(a), the jurisdiction must specify its plan for reaching out to and consulting with homeless or formerly homeless individuals in considering policies and funding decisions regarding facilities and services funded under ESG. Collier County meets the homeless participation requirement found in 24 CFR 576.405(a) 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1605 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 185 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) through the Continuum of Care, which is led by the Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition. The CoC comments on funding applications and considers policies regarding homeless facilities and services. Other organizations representing the homeless provided input for the Consolidated Planning process, and a focus group was held at the Shelter for Abused Women and Children to gather input about housing and community development priorities. The County will continue to secure consultation with homeless or formerly homeless individuals, along with local organizations that represent and provide services to the homeless. e) Describe performance standards for evaluating ESG. Performance standards provide a measure for Collier County to evaluate the effectiveness of each ESG service provider in the areas of: (a) Targeting those who need assistance most; (b) Reducing the number of people living on the streets or in emergency shelters; (c) Reducing the time people spend homeless; and (d) Reducing clients’ housing barriers or housing stability risks. In addition, the County evaluates the success of ESG programs by reviewing Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) data . Sub recipients are required to submit regular reports which are reviewed by staff. These reports are used to ensure ESG compliance with regulations and local written standards as well as confirming that program goals are being met. ESG programs are also subjected to “on-site monitoring.” The County has a Monitoring Group to monitor the ESG programs. This group has participated in over 100 federal grant evaluation designs, evaluation projects, and implementation of evaluation plans. The basis for monitoring is to address findings and provides recommendations for program improvements Collier County will also evaluate each ESG service provider’s performance based on the following standards: a) Subrecipients will develop and adhere to priorities for service delivery by need. b) Subrecipients will assist clients in rapid movement to permanent housing from shelters or from the street. c) Subrecipients will ensure that clients have easy access to services. d) Subrecipients will provide comprehensive case management to address a spectrum of needs for each client. Appendix - Alternate/Local Data Sources 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1606 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 186 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 1 Data Source Name 2010-2014 ACS List the name of the organization or individual who originated the data set. U.S. Census Bureau Provide a brief summary of the data set. The American Community Survey is an ongoing statistical survey that samples a small percentage of the U.S. population every year, thus providing communities with more current population and housing data throughout the 10 years between censuses. ACS data is compiled from an annual sample of approximately 3 million addresses rather than an actual count. What was the purpose for developing this data set? This dataset is more current than Census 2010 data and available for more geographic areas than the ACS 1-Year Estimates. How comprehensive is the coverage of this administrative data? Is data collection concentrated in one geographic area or among a certain population? National What time period (provide the year, and optionally month, or month and day) is covered by this data set? 2010-2014 ACS 5-year estimates are based on data collected from January 1, 2010 to December 21, 2014. What is the status of the data set (complete, in progress, or planned)? Complete 2 Data Source Name 2010 Census, 2015 & 2019 American Community Survey List the name of the organization or individual who originated the data set. U.S. Census Bureau 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1607 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 187 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Provide a brief summary of the data set. This dataset contains what is known as “100% data,” meaning that it contains the data collected from every household that participated in the 2010 Census and is not based on a representative sample of the population. What was the purpose for developing this data set? This data provides basic characteristics such as age, sex, and race for a variety of geographic levels with most data obtainable down to the census tract or block group level. How comprehensive is the coverage of this administrative data? Is data collection concentrated in one geographic area or among a certain population? National What time period (provide the year, and optionally month, or month and day) is covered by this data set? Data was collected in April 2000. What is the status of the data set (complete, in progress, or planned)? Complete 3 Data Source Name 2011-2015 CHAS List the name of the organization or individual who originated the data set. U.S. Census Bureau Provide a brief summary of the data set. To assess housing need, HUD receives a special tabulation of data from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey that is largely not available through standard Census products. This data, known as the Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, counts the number of households that fit certain combinations of HUD- specified criteria, such as housing needs by income level, race, and ethnicity. 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1608 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 188 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What was the purpose for developing this data set? To assess housing need based on HUD-specified criteria such as income level, race, ethnicity, and household type. How comprehensive is the coverage of this administrative data? Is data collection concentrated in one geographic area or among a certain population? National What time period (provide the year, and optionally month, or month and day) is covered by this data set? The 2011-2015 CHAS data is based on American Community Survey data collected from January 1, 2011 to December 21, 2015. What is the status of the data set (complete, in progress, or planned)? Complete 4 Data Source Name 2013 Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics List the name of the organization or individual who originated the data set. U.S. Census Bureau Provide a brief summary of the data set. The Longitudinal Employer-Household Dynamics (LEHD) data provides statistics on employment, earnings, and job flows by geography and industry for different demographic groups. What was the purpose for developing this data set? This dataset describes demographic characteristics and commute patterns of workers and jobs to help state and local authorities make informed economic decisions. How comprehensive is the coverage of this administrative data? Is data collection concentrated in one geographic area or among a certain population? National 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1609 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Consolidated Plan COLLIER COUNTY 189 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What time period (provide the year, and optionally month, or month and day) is covered by this data set? 2013 What is the status of the data set (complete, in progress, or planned)? Complete 16.D.4.j Packet Pg. 1610 Attachment: 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) 1 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 2022 Annual Action Plan FINAL Collier County Community and Human Services Division 3339 East Tamiami Trail Health and Public Services Building H, Room 211 Naples, Florida 34112 Annual Action Plan 2022 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1611 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 2 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table of Contents Executive Summary ............................................................................................................... 3 AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) ..................................................................3 PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies – 91.200(b) ..............................................................................7 AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) ...........................................................................8 AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c) ......................................................................................... 23 Expected Resources ............................................................................................................. 26 AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) ................................................................................... 26 Annual Goals and Objectives ............................................................................................... 31 AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives .............................................................................................. 33 Projects ............................................................................................................................... 36 AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) ............................................................................................................ 36 AP-38 Project Summary ................................................................................................................ 38 AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) .................................................................................... 43 Affordable Housing ............................................................................................................. 45 AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) ........................................................................................... 45 AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) .................................................................................................. 47 AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) ..................................................... 49 AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) ........................................................................... 52 AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) ................................................................................................... 53 Program Specific Requirements ........................................................................................... 57 AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) ................................................................ 57 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1612 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 3 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Executive Summary AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) 1. Introduction Collier County is an entitlement jurisdiction eligible to receive community planning and development funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). As such, HUD requires that the County develop a 5-Year Consolidated Plan to identify its housing and community development priorities and develop a strategy to implement HUD programs. HUD also requires that the County prepare an Annual Action Plan showing the objectives the County plans to achieve each year towards the goals established in the Consolidated Plan. This plan represents the FY 2022 Annual Action Plan and outlines goals, objectives, and projects for the second program year covered by the current Consolidated Plan. It also serves as the County’s application to HUD, requesting its allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) funds. Collier County’s FY 2022 grant allocations are: $2,503,752 in CDBG funds; $842,319 in HOME funds; and $221,482 in ESG funds. The goal of the community planning and development programs covered by this Annual Action Plan is to develop viable communities by providing decent and affordable housing, a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities principally for people with low- and moderate-incomes. The County made funding determinations for specific projects during PY 2022 based on input from residents, non-profit and social service agencies that serve low- and moderate-income residents, municipalities including the City of Naples, and other stakeholders. 2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Collier County developed the objectives and outcomes of the 5-Year Strategic Plan based on an analysis of the data presented in the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan and a citizen participation and stakeholder consultation process. The County identified seven (7) priority needs with associated goals to address those needs. Due to limited funds, not all the needs and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan can be addressed in each annual plan, however the County will work towards achieving each goal during the 5- Year planning period. The activities for this PY 2022 AAP will address the following priorities and goals, which are as follows: Priority Need: Housing Affordability Goal: New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acquisition Homeownership – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, direct financial assistance, or acquisition of affordable housing for homeownership. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1613 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 4 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Goal: Support New Construction, Rehab/Acquisition Rental – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for rental housing. Goal: CHDO – Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for housing developed by a CHDO. Priority Need: Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention Goal: Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless – Funds will be used to provide emergency shelter services and permanent housing for homeless persons. Goal: HMIS Support – Funds will be used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to homeless individuals and families and persons at risk of homelessness. Priority Need: Public Facilities Goal: Improve Public and Other Facilities – Funds will be used to improve public infrastructure in low- income areas to include sidewalk installation, water-sewer improvements, and accessibility improvements, etc. Priority Need: Public Infrastructure Improvements Goal: Improve Public Infrastructure – Funds will be used to improve public infrastructure in low-income areas to include sidewalk installation, water-sewer improvements, and accessibility improvements, etc. Priority Need: Public Services Goal: Provide Public Services – Funds will be used to provide services to low-income persons. Priority Need: Program Administration and Planning Goal: Administration & Planning – Administration and Planning for CDBG, HOME and ESG Programs. 3. Evaluation of past performance Collier County with other public and private agencies, local nonprofits and community housing providers, have made significant contributions to provide safe, decent and affordable housing and provide a suitable living environment to residents in the County. There has been considerable progress in addressing the needs of the LMI and special needs communities. However, improvements to public facilities and infrastructure, affordable housing, homeless services and public services remain important needs for the community as the County strives to improve the quality of life for its residents. These needs are documented in the County’s current Consolidated Plan and the most recent Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). The CAPER provides an assessment of progress towards the 5-Year goals and the one-year goals of HUD entitlement grants CDBG, HOME and ESG. The most recent PY 2020 CAPER reports these following highlights: 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1614 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 5 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Public Improvements: The County made public facility improvements that benefitted 26,631 persons living in low/mod areas. These facilities include acquisition, design and engineering for a new Immokalee Fire Station, improvements at the Youth Haven homeless shelter, and River Park in the City of Naples. Public infrastructure improvements were also made that benefitted 26,805 persons living in low/mod areas. These activities included sidewalk improvements in Immokalee, and street improvements in the City of Naples as well as flood/drainage improvements. Public Services: A variety of public services were provided in PY 2020 that benefitted a total of 885 LMI individuals living in Collier County. Transportation services offered by Sunrise Communities Transportation Services assisted persons with a disability. Legal services and housing counseling services assisted LMI households. CDBG-CV funds went to support case management healthcare services to help vulnerable patients with chronic conditions to minimize the severity of COVID-19 or help to prevent contracting the virus. The County also used CDBG-CV funds to support small businesses impacted by COVID-19. Activities funded with CDBG-CV were started towards the end of the program year and accomplishments will be reported in a future report. Affordable Housing: The County assisted 10 LMI households with TBRA rental assistance through the HOME TBRA program. HOME activities are reported in the CAPER when they are completed, and there are several housing activities that are still ongoing. This includes additional LMI households assisted with TBRA assistance through the Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) and the National Alliance for Mental Illness (NAMI) that the County anticipates reporting in the future. Other HOME activities that are open and in progress are the new Habitat for Humanity Whippoorwill Multifamily Housing Development that when completed will provide 52 new affordable for sale units and the Oak Marsh Rental Rehab project that will maintain an additional 11 affordable units. Homeless Prevention: The County addresses homelessness primarily with the help of its partners, Hunger & Homeless Coalition (HHC), NAMI and the Shelter for Abused Women & Children (SAWCC). The Shelter for Abused Women and Children operates the only domestic violence shelters in Collier County. The Shelter assisted 420 persons in the past year. CARES Act Activities In response to COVID-19, the County amended its 2019 AAP to include projects/goals. For CV public services, CDBG-CV funds went to support case management healthcare services to help vulnerable patients with chronic conditions to minimize the severity of COVID-19 or help to prevent contracting the virus. The County supported Community Health Workers assisting farm workers. The County also supported Golden Gate Senior Center and the Immokalee Fire District with fire equipment. In addition, CV funds were programmed for the Intake Center for Abused, Neglected, Abandoned and Homeless Youth in Naples. These activities were started towards the end of the program year and have not yet reported accomplishments. For CV small business stabilization, the County used CDBG-CV funds to support small businesses impacted by COVID-19 with loans and grant assistance. As with CV public services, these activities were also started towards the end of the program year and have not yet reported 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1615 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 6 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) accomplishments. 4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process Citizen participation and community stakeholder consultation plays a vital part in the development of Collier County’s planning and development of the Annual Action Plan. The County encourages participation from the citizens it serves, in particular LMI and special needs communities, which are the primary targets of HUD funded programs. The County also continues to remain engaged and works with key non-profit organizations that serve these groups. The citizen participation process follows the County’s HUD approved Citizen Participation Plan, which is designed to encourage all citizens, including persons of lower income, non-English speaking residents, and those with disabilities to participate in the County’s planning and development of plans and reports. Outreach efforts are provided below for the development of the PY 2022 AAP: - A public hearing will be held on June 10, 2022 at 9:00 AM to review the draft AAP. - A public comment period is scheduled to begin on Monday, May 23, 2022 to Tuesday, June 22, 2022 to give citizens an opportunity to review and make comments on the draft AAP. - A second public hearing will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at 9:00 AM at the Board of County Commissioners meeting to review and discuss the draft AAP. A list of efforts to gather public feedback is displayed in the AP-12 Citizen Participation. 5. Summary of public comments For more details see the citizen participation attachment in the AD-26. A summary of public comments can also be viewed in AP-12 Participation. 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them All comments and responses from the public were accepted and considered. There were no agencies or organization types that were intentionally not consulted. 7. Summary The PY 2022 AAP is the second year of the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan. The activities funded in this AAP address the needs of the community and further builds on the accomplishments of the goals established in the 5-Year Strategic Plan. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1616 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 7 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies – 91.200(b) 1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan Describe the agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source. Agency Role Name Department/Agency CDBG Administrator COLLIER COUNTY Community & Human Services Division HOME Administrator COLLIER COUNTY Community & Human Services Division ESG Administrator COLLIER COUNTY Community & Human Services Division Table 1 – Responsible Agencies Narrative (optional) The Collier County Community & Human Services Division is the lead agency responsible for the development and administration of the PY 2022 Action Plan, which is the second planning year of the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan. The Division administers Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and coordinates execution of projects related to the priorities and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information Kristi Sonntag, Director Community and Human Services Division 3339 East Tamiami Trail Health and Public Services Building H, Room 213 Naples, Florida 34112 Phone: (239) 252-2486 Fax: (239) 252-2638 Email: Kristi.Sonntag@colliercountyfl.gov Website: http://www.colliergov.net/your-government/divisions-a-e/community-and-human-services 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1617 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 8 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) 1. Introduction Collier County’s PY 2022 AAP is based off the housing and community development needs identified in its 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan, which involved a robust citizen participation and stakeholder consultation process. Collier County conducted significant consultation with citizens, municipal officials, non-profit agencies, public housing agencies, governmental agencies, and the Continuum of Care in preparing this Plan. Further, focus groups and interviews took place with local community stakeholders and online surveys for the community and agencies were conducted to gather feedback to identify priority needs. The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) provided input and feedback during several meetings on current housing and community development conditions, needs, and strategies. For PY 2022, the County continued to be engaged with local stakeholder organizations in preparing this plan. The County held a public meeting and provided technical assistance to solicit input on potential projects for funding to ensure that all potential applicants for its grant funding application process were fully versed in the requirements and expectations for the funds. All potential applicants helped to describe the needs of the community through their application and at the meetings. 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(l)) During the development of the Consolidated Plan, the County sought to encourage a high level of public communication and agency consultation in an effort to demonstrate its commitment to identifying priority needs and engaging the participation of citizens, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations in a positive and collaborative manner. A list of stakeholders and affordable housing providers was developed and included public agencies and private nonprofit organizations whose missions included the provision of affordable housing and human services to LMI households and persons. These stakeholders were invited to participate in needs assessment meetings held for the purpose of developing the Consolidated Plan. The list of stakeholders is included in the Citizen Participation Comments section. The collaboration and consultation of local housing and community service providers helped to form the Strategic Plan of the 5-Year Consolidated Plan. Contracts awarded from HUD funds must address one of the identified needs and the associated goals of the Consolidated Plan. Collier County recognizes the importance of public services for people with mental health and substance abuse needs, and the related importance of coordination between public and assisted housing providers and health, mental health, and service agencies and these organizations are invited to participate in the consultation process as well as apply for housing and community develop grants. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1618 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 9 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) In addition to enhancing coordination through the use of HUD funds, Collier County encourages dialogue and collaboration between housing and service agencies through the Collier County Hunger & Homeless Coalition, which serves as the lead agency for the County’s Continuum of Care. The Hunger & Homeless Coalition holds regular meetings in Naples, and members include more than 60 public and private agencies within the region. 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. Collier County staff attends bi-monthly meetings with the Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County as well as area service providers to enhance the community’s comprehensive Continuum of Care (CoC) system to end homelessness. This dynamic partnership includes collaborative efforts of a variety of community groups, government agencies. The Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County serves as the Lead Agency and has been designated by the CoC as the Collaborative Applicant to apply for the HUD CoC grant on behalf of the CoC. The County enhances coordination of public, private, and nonprofit housing providers, human service agencies, and social service providers through the following actions: • Continues to work with other jurisdictions and the Collier County Housing Authority to prioritize housing needs, provide services, and maximize the use of federal, state, and local funds for affordable housing, community development, and related services. • Continues to participate in coordinated efforts for shelter and services assisting homeless individuals and families. • County staff participates in many of the committees that provide direction for the 10-year plan to end homelessness. Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction’s area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS The Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County serves as the lead agency for the Collier County CoC. Members of the Continuum provided input during stakeholder interviews and in the project selection process. The CoC is responsible for designating a Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and a Lead Agency responsible for its management and has primary responsibility for ensuring that HMIS is fully funded with appropriate policies and procedures. HMIS is a locally-administered data system used to record and analyze client, service, and housing data for individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and the information system designated by a local CoC to comply with the requirements of the CoC Program interim rule 24 CFR 578. The CoC also works closely Collier County (ESG recipient) to allocate funds and monitor outcomes, and is a member of the application selection committee. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1619 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 10 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 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 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1620 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 11 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated 1 Agency/Group/Organization Boys & Girls Club of Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 2 Agency/Group/Organization Children’s Advocacy Center of Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 3 Agency/Group/Organization COLLIER COUNTY HOUSING AUTHORITY Agency/Group/Organization Type PHA What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Public Housing Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 4 Agency/Group/Organization Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 5 Agency/Group/Organization Collier Resource Center, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1621 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 12 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting. 6 Agency/Group/Organization Collier Resource Agency/Group/Organization Type Senior Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 7 Agency/Group/Organization David Lawrence Centers for Behavioral Health Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 8 Agency/Group/Organization Drug Free Collier Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 9 Agency/Group/Organization Empty Bowls Naples, Inc Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1622 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 13 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 10 Agency/Group/Organization GRACE PLACE FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES, INC. Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 11 Agency/Group/Organization HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF COLLIER COUNTY Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Community Development Financial Institution What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 12 Agency/Group/Organization Harry Chapin Food Bank of Southwest Florida Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 13 Agency/Group/Organization Hope for Families Ministry Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1623 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 14 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 14 Agency/Group/Organization IMMOKALEE CRA Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Neighborhood Organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 15 Agency/Group/Organization LEGAL AID SERVICE OF COLLIER COUNTY Agency/Group/Organization Type Legal Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 16 Agency/Group/Organization Lighthouse of Collier Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 17 Agency/Group/Organization Meals of Hope Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1624 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 15 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 18 Agency/Group/Organization NAMI Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 19 Agency/Group/Organization Naples Senior Center at JFCS Agency/Group/Organization Type Senior Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 20 Agency/Group/Organization Our Daily Bread Food Pantry Incorporated Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs. How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 21 Agency/Group/Organization Residential Options of Florida (ROOF) Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Homeless Needs – Chronically homeless Homeless Needs Assessment 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1625 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 16 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 22 Agency/Group/Organization St. Matthews House Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Homeless Needs – Chronically homeless How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 23 Agency/Group/Organization St. Vincent de Paul Society, Naples Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 24 Agency/Group/Organization STARability Foundation Agency/Group/Organization Type Special Needs Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 25 Agency/Group/Organization The Immokalee Foundation Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1626 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 17 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 26 Agency/Group/Organization The Salvation Army Naples Agency/Group/Organization Type Community Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 27 Agency/Group/Organization The Shelter for Abused Women & Children Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Victims of Domestic Violence What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 28 Agency/Group/Organization United Way of Collier and the Keys Agency/Group/Organization Type Supportive Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 29 Agency/Group/Organization Wounded Warriors of Collier Agency/Group/Organization Type Veteran Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1627 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 18 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 30 Agency/Group/Organization Youth Haven, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The organization was consulted through a virtual Needs Assessment Meeting 31 Agency/Group/Organization Golden Gate Housing Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Needs Assessment How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 32 Agency/Group/Organization Casa Amigos Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Needs Assessment How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 33 Agency/Group/Organization National Development of America, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Developer What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Needs Assessment 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1628 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 19 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 34 Agency/Group/Organization Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Fair Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Needs Assessment How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 35 Agency/Group/Organization McDowell Housing Partners Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Developer What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Needs Assessment How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 36 Agency/Group/Organization HELP Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Needs Assessment How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 40 Agency/Group/Organization Plantation HOA of Collier County Inc Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Needs Assessment 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1629 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 20 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 37 Agency/Group/Organization Immokalee Water Sewer District Agency/Group/Organization Type Water Utility What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 38 Agency/Group/Organization New Horizons of Southwest Florida Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children After School Program What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 39 Agency/Group/Organization Christmas In July Foundation Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children Services-Families What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 40 Agency/Group/Organization Golisano Children’s Museum of Naples Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children Services-Families What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1630 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 21 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 41 Agency/Group/Organization Beverly’s Angels Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 42 Agency/Group/Organization Junior Achievement of Southwest Florida Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children Services-Education Services-Job Training What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Housing Community Development Needs How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 43 Agency/Group/Organization HOPE House Naples Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Housing Services-Homeless What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Needs Assessment Homeless Needs Assessment How was the Agency/Group/Organization consulted and what are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting All entities were considered for consultation. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1631 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 22 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? Continuum of Care Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County Affordable housing, services, and economic development 10 Yr Plan to Prevent Hunger and End Homelessness Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County The Strategic Plan’s goals to address homelessness align with Continuum of Care’s goals and strategies. Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, 20 Collier County Barriers to affordable housing opportunities from the Analysis of Impediments were included in this Consolidated Plan. Collier County MHSA Strategic Plan 2019 Collier County The MHSA, adopted in 2019, coordinates assistance for those with mental health and substance abuse in the area. Urban Land Institute Advisory Services Report Collier County The ULI Report defines how the county will expand affordable housing. Table 3 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts Narrative (optional) In accordance with 24 CFR 91.100(4), the County notified adjacent units of local government of the non- housing community development needs included in its Consolidated Plan. The County will continue to interact with public entities at all levels to ensure coordination and cooperation in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan and thereby maximizing the benefits of the County’s housing and community development activities for the residents being served. Coordination with private industry, businesses, developers, and social service agencies included Individual consultations were conducted with affordable housing developers and the social service agencies. The input received during these consultations informed the development of priority needs and recommended strategies. For example, through consultations with developers, it was determined that there remains insufficient access to affordable housing. Likewise, developers have a difficult time finding developable land for affordable housing. The Collier County staff that coordinated the development of the Plan used the Citizen Participation Plan as a guide for consultations. Consultations were conducted with public and nonprofit organizations. There were also several public advisory committees that were consulted. Input received from the consultations informed the Plan. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1632 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 23 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200© 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting Collier County considers citizen participation a critical component of its planning processes and closely followed the requirements of its Citizen Participation Plan to conduct a robust engagement process during development of this Annual Action Plan (AAP). Collier County residents were offered multiple opportunities, as detailed in the table below, to participate in the development of the AAP. Each meeting was publicly advertised in the Naples Daily News, the Immokalee Bulletin and on the County’s website. Included in the citizen participation process was a 30-day public comment period and a public hearing to review and discuss the contents of the plan. All participant comments were welcome and were recorded and considered. Included in Collier County’s outreach were technical assistance meetings to be sure any organization interested in applying for HUD grant funds understood the process and expectations going forward. In the meetings, staff reviewed the application process, the County’s priorities, eligible activities and projects, national objective achievements, contract development, project implementation phases of the projects, and monitoring parameters. Grant TA Meetings were held between January 19, 2022 to January 21, 2022. Grant applicants held presentations about their programs on March 10 & 11, 2022. Citizen outreach efforts are provided below for the development of the PY 2022 AAP: - A public hearing will be held on June 10, 2022 at 9:00 AM to review the draft AAP. - A public comment period is scheduled to begin on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 to Tuesday, June 24, 2022 to give citizens an opportunity to review and make comments on the draft AAP. - A second public hearing will be held on Tuesday, June 28, 2022 at 9:00 AM at the Board of County Commissioners (BCC) meeting to review and discuss the draft AAP. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1633 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 24 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Citizen Participation Outreach Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/attendance Summary of comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL 1 Grant TA Meetings Non-targeted/broad community HUD Grant Applicants; Housing and Service Providers Grant TA Meetings were held between January 19, 2022 to January 21, 2022. N/A N/A N/A 2 Presentations by Grant applicants Non-targeted/broad community HUD Grant Applicants; Housing and Service Providers R/R Committee Presentations (Services) on March 10, 2022. 13 organizations attended N/A N/A N/A 3 Presentations by Grant applicants Non-targeted/broad community HUD Grant Applicants; Housing and Service Providers R/R Committee Presentations (Capital Projects) on March 11, 2022. 16 organizations attended N/A N/A N/A 4 Public Hearing Non-targeted/broad community Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) meeting; Housing Advocates A public hearing will be held on June 10, 2022 at 9:00 AM Health and Public Services Building H, Room 214. All comments are welcome. All comments are welcome. N/A 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1634 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 25 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/attendance Summary of comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL 5 Public Comment Period Non-targeted/broad community A public comment period is scheduled to begin on Friday, May 25, 2022 to Tuesday, June , 2022 to give citizens an opportunity to review and make comments on the draft AAP. All comments are welcome. All comments are welcome. N/A 6 Public Hearing Non-targeted/broad community Collier County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) The BCC will vote to approve the AAP on June 28, 2022 at 9:00 AM. All comments are welcome. All comments are welcome. N/A Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1635 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 26 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Expected Resources AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction Entitlement grant resources totaling $5,859,378.76 are anticipated for the PY 2022 to meet underserved needs, foster decent affordable housing, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. Along with the County’s PY 2022 annual CDBG, HOME, and ESG allocations, this figure includes $775,175.13 and $1,456,079.63 in prior year CDBG and HOME funds, respectively, that will be reprogrammed for use this year. Additionally, this figure includes an estimated $29,000 in CDBG program income and $31,571 in HOME program income. Prior year resources for HOME include $500,000 in funds previously identified to support the Casa San Juan Diego support of new rental housing activity, $50,000 in Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) programs through Residential Options of Florida (ROOF) and $872,403 that went to support a scattered site acquisition project with Habitat for Humanity to support new construction homeownership development. Additional funds include a $30,000 reduction in an original $100,000 award to Collier County Hunger & Homeless Coalition to TBRA program and other activities that were completed under budget. Prior year resources for CDBG include, but are not limited to, approximately $133,000 and $330,000 from PY 2020 for a sidewalk improvement at Peters Avenue and surplus Planning and Administration dollars, respectively. The balance of prior year resources are from other projects and activities completed under budget. Additional resources available to Collier County in this program year include State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funding of approximately $3,678,139 which is used for a wide range of rental housing and homeownership assistance. This AAP is the second year of the Consolidated Plan planning period. On May 13, 2022, HUD released allocations and the County expects the 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1636 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 27 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) remainder of the Consolidated Planning period CDBG, HOME and ESG allocation funds to remain approximately the same. Anticipated Resources Progra m Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder of ConPlan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ CDBG public - federa l Acquisition Admin and Planning Economic Development Housing Public Improvements Public Services 2,503,752 29,000 775,175 3,307,927 7,511,256 The CDBG program does not require a match from non-federal sources however, the program provides a portion of the funding needed for the activities to be undertaken and will leverage resources from other sources including private, state, and local funds. The expected amount available for the remainder of the ConPlan is 3x more years of the expected grant allocation and program income. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1637 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 28 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Progra m Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder of ConPlan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ HOME public - federa l Acquisition Homebuyer assistance Homeowner rehab Multifamily rental new construction Multifamily rental rehab New construction for ownership TBRA 842,319 31,571 1,456,080 2,329,970 2,526,957 The HOME program will leverage additional resources from private, state, and local funds in fulfillment ’f the program's requirement for a 25% matching contribution from non- federal sources. The expected amount available for the remainder of the ConPlan is 3x more years of the expected grant allocation and program income– ESG public - federa l Conversion and rehab for transitional housing Financial Assistance Overnight shelter Rapid re-housing (rental assistance) Rental Assistance Services Transitional housing 221,482 0 0 221,482 664,446 The ESG program requires a 100% matching contribution that will come from subrecipients through cash or non-cash contributions. The expected amount available for the remainder of the ConPlan is 3x more years of the expected grant allocation. Table Error! Bookmark not defined. - Expected Resources – Priority Table 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1638 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 29 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 Collier County utilizes federal HUD funds to leverage a combination of public and private funding to conduct activities identified in this plan. The County will continue to research opportunities to apply for additional funding streams that are consistent with the goals of the Consolidated Plan. Infrastructure improvement projects capitalize on the ongoing revitalization efforts in the Immokalee CRA. These areas were designated by the Collier County Board of Commissioners to boost the local economy and uplift surrounding communities. Additionally, the County works with several nonprofit organizations by granting funding for facility improvements and services. These grant funds are leveraged by private donations and other resources to provide services to clients or residents of Collier County. The HOME program requires a 25% match of the total amount of funds drawn down during the federal fiscal year. Collier County HOME subrecipients are required to submit a match log that identifies the sources of match funds for each fiscal year. Match funds can be derived from various sources to include: the value of sponsorships from local businesses; waived County fees; donated land or improvements; volunteer hours; donated materials; or by other eligible methods as provided in the HOME regulations. When necessary, the County also uses its SHIP funding to match HOME funds. Historically, match amounts for HOME subrecipients have far exceeded the 25% annual contribution requirements stipulated by HOME program regulations. The ESG program requires a 100% match for the total amount of funds drawn down during the federal fiscal year. Collier County requires all ESG subrecipients to provide a dollar-for-dollar match. Acceptable match can be from calculating the value of volunteer hours, private donations, salary not covered by ESG, other grant funding, in-kind donations, or by other eligible methods as provided in the ESG regulations. The County also provides match support for the ESG program from general funds. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1639 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 30 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 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 County has a history of utilizing public property for affordable housing. The County is continually looking at what it has for what can be utilized for affordable housing development, as well as land owned by other public agencies, to determine whether certain properties are well suited for affordable housing. Currently one property is under development for low-income affordable housing in the County. The project at the Bembridge property is currently under development with anticipated completion date of January 2023. The Harmony, as it is called by McDowell Housing Partners, LLC, the developer of the project will provide 82 units of family housing with 100% of the units being rent and income restricted at 80% of the area median income and below. Another parcel of property currently undergoing redevelopment known as the Golden Gate Golf Course project, will feature two phases of housing with a minimum of 350 units of affordable housing. Similar to the project described above, the County will retain ownership of the land and enter into a long-term ground lease with the developer of the property to ensure affordability for 99 years. Commencement of construction for the first phase is currently estimated for 1st Quarter of 2023. The Collier County Board of Commissioners is currently undertaking efforts to identify other county owned land that may be considered for future affordable housing development. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1640 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 31 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 1 New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acq Homeownership 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $1,872,403 $243,830 (unallocated) Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 30 Households Assisted Homeowner Housing Added 25 Household Housing Unit 2 CHDO 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $126,348 Rental units constructed: 4 Household Housing Unit 3 Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless 2021 2025 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $130,677 + $23,108 (unallocated) Homeless Person Overnight Shelter: 300 Persons Assisted 4 HMIS Support 2021 2025 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $51,085 Other: 1 Other 5 Support New Construction, Rehab/Acquisition Rental 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $1,530,000 Rental units rehabilitated: 35 Household Housing Unit (includes 4 units acquired). 6 Improve Public and Other Facilities 2021 2025 Non-Housing Community Development Countywide Public Facilities CDBG: $587,206 $58,609 (unallocated) Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 25000 Persons Assisted 7 Improve Public Infrastructure 2021 2025 Non-Housing Community Development Countywide Public Infrastructure Improvements CDBG: $250,000 Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 2500 Persons Assisted 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1641 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 32 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 8 Provide Public Services 2021 2025 Non-Housing Community Development Countywide Public Services CDBG: $375,562 Public service activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 300 Persons Assisted 9 Administration & Planning 2021 2025 Administration Countywide Program Administration and Planning CDBG: $506,550 HOME: $87,388 ESG: $16,611 Other: 3 Other 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1642 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 33 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Annual Goals and Objectives AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives Goals Summary Information Table 5 – Goals Summary 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1643 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 34 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Goal Descriptions 1 Goal Name New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acq Homeownership Goal Description Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, direct financial assistance, or acquisition of affordable housing for homeownership. 2 Goal Name CHDO Goal Description Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for housing developed by a CHDO. 3 Goal Name Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless Goal Description Funds will be used to provide emergency shelter services and permanent housing for homeless persons. 4 Goal Name HMIS Support Goal Description Funds will be used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to homeless individuals and families and persons at risk of homelessness. 5 Goal Name Support New Construction, Rehab/Acquisition Rental Goal Description Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for rental housing. 6 Goal Name Improve Public and Other Facilities Goal Description Funds will be used to improve public facilities in low-income areas and include improvements to neighborhood facilities, community centers, and parks/recreational facilities. 7 Goal Name Improve Public Infrastructure Goal Description Funds will be used to improve public infrastructure in low-income areas to include sidewalk installation, water-sewer improvements, and accessibility improvements, etc. 8 Goal Name Provide Public Services Goal Description Funds will be used to provide services to low-income persons. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1644 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 35 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 9 Goal Name Administration & Planning Goal Description Administration and Planning for CDBG, HOME and ESG Programs 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1645 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 36 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Projects AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) Introduction For PY 2022, Collier County will fund a total of 7 projects under the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs, identified below with additional details provided in Section AP-38. CDBG projects include public services, public facility, and public infrastructure improvements. CDBG has a grant cap of 20% for administration and 15% for public services. Under the HOME program, the County will fund housing construction, CHDO operations, acquisition, home buyer and/or rehabilitation of affordable housing and a tenant-based rental assistance program. HOME has a grant cap of 10% for administration and 15% reserved for CHDO activities. ESG activities include emergency shelter operations support, rapid re-housing, HMIS system support, and administration which has a grant cap of 7.5%. Projects # Project Name 1 CDBG: Administration & Planning 2 CDBG: Public Services 3 CDBG: Public Facilities & Infrastructure 4 HOME: Administration & Planning 5 HOME: CHDO Set-Aside 15% 6 HOME: DPA 7 HOME: Housing Construction 8 ESG22 Collier County Homeless Programs Table 6 - Project Information Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs The County has pursued a variety of strategies to impact the identified needs of the community. The primary obstacle to meeting the underserved needs is the lack of sufficient financial resources. Annually several proposals may be unfunded or receive only partial funding due to lack of available resources. Allocation priorities for the PY 2022 Action Plan are consistent with those outlined in the Strategic Plan portion of the County’s 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan. The priorities were identified through a review of market conditions as well as a needs assessment that analyzed affordable housing, special need housing, homeless, and non-housing community development needs in Collier County. Substantial participation by residents, local and regional organizations, and other stakeholders also informed these priorities. The Needs Assessment conducted as part of the Consolidated Planning process identified affordable for- 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1646 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 37 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) sale and rental housing as a top need in Collier County. Housing affordability was the most common issue identified by interviewees and community meeting participants throughout the county, including in Naples and Immokalee. Further, according to Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, about 19% of all households in the county spend more than 30% of their income on housing. For LMI households, about 75% of renters and 65% of owners spend over 30% of income on housing. The County made its funding decisions for this AAP based on need, geographic priorities, and opportunities to work with subrecipients and other partners that contribute additional resources to leverage federal funds. As mentioned above, the primary obstacle to addressing underserved needs is the shortage of financial resources to address Collier County’s priorities. In the event of natural disasters, pandemics, and other worldwide crisis events (natural or manmade), the County may substantially amend the projects in this Plan to meet the immediate needs of the community. It is the responsibility of the County to plan ahead and be disaster prepared. For example, in the event of hurricanes the County may reprioritize from normal activities to focus on infrastructure and facilities improvements, or increase public services, where allowable, in the case of a pandemic or other natural disaster. Under the State SHIP program, the County has an existing Disaster Assistance Strategy that goes into effect when a disaster declaration has been declared by the President or the Governor. Collier County will also take advantage of federal waivers that may be issued in the event of declared disasters. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1647 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 38 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-38 Project Summary Project Summary Information 1 Project Name CDBG: Administration & Planning Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Administration & Planning Provide Public Services Improve Public and Other Facilities Improve Public Infrastructure Needs Addressed Program Administration and Planning Public Services Public Facilities Public Infrastructure Improvements Funding CDBG: $506,550 Description The management and oversight of the CDBG Program by the Collier County Division of Community and Human Services. Fair housing activities. All allowable and eligible administrative activities. The County will also take part in planning for disaster preparedness in the case of natural disasters, pandemics, and other crisis events. Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities N/A Location Description Countywide Planned Activities CDBG Program Administration 2 Project Name CDBG: Public Services Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Provide Public Services Needs Addressed Public Services Funding CDBG: $375,562 Description Provide funding for public services that benefit LMI persons and special needs groups. Target Date 9/30/2023 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1648 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 39 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public service activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 300 Persons Assisted Location Description Countywide, eligible Planned Activities Planned public service activities include: Youth Haven, Services/Personnel: $35,972 Boys & Girls Club of Collier County, Transportation Services: $75,000 Legal Aid - Services to Victims: $180,880 H.E.L.P. – Homebuyer Academy, $83,709.60 3 Project Name CDBG: Public Facilities & Infrastructure Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Improve Public and Other Facilities Improve Public Infrastructure Needs Addressed Public Facilities Public Infrastructure Improvements Funding CDBG: $2,425,815.13 Description The County will provide funding to improve public facilities that serve low- and moderate-income persons and the special needs population. Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility Activities: 25,000 Persons Assisted Public Infrastructure Activities: 2,500 Persons Assisted Rental units rehabilitated: 35 Household Housing Unit (includes 4 units acquired). Location Description Countywide, low/mod areas Planned Activities Planned activities include: Collier County Housing Authority (27647), HVAC Installation: $630,000 Collier County Housing Authority (27646), Dwelling Acquisition: $900,000 The Shelter for Abused Women & Children, New Roofing: $587,206 Immokalee CRA First Street Corridor Safety Improvements: $250,000 Public Improvements (unallocated): $58,609.13 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1649 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 40 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 4 Project Name HOME: Administration & Planning Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Administration & Planning Needs Addressed Program Administration and Planning Funding HOME: $87,388 Description Management and oversight of the HOME Program by the Collier County Community and Human Services Division. All eligible and allowable admin activities. Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities N/A Location Description Countywide Planned Activities HOME Program Administration 5 Project Name HOME: CHDO Set-Aside 15% Target Area Countywide Goals Supported CHDO Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Funding HOME: $126,348 Description The county will support CHDO housing development activities that will benefit special needs individuals. Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Rental units constructed: 4 Household Housing Unit Location Description Countywide Planned Activities Planned activities include: CHDO activities: $126,348 6 Project Name HOME: DPA Target Area Countywide 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1650 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 41 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Goals Supported New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acq Homeownership Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Funding HOME: $1,116,233.63 Description Housing program activities will include down-payment assistance and other housing opportunities that will benefit low- to moderate-income households. Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 30 Households Assisted Location Description Countywide, eligible. Planned Activities Planned activities include: Down Payment Assistance Program: $872,403 Unallocated: $243,830.78 7 Project Name HOME: Housing Construction Target Area Countywide Goals Supported New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acq Homeownership Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Funding HOME: $1,000,000 Description Housing development activities that will benefit low- to moderate- income households. Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Homeowner Housing Added 25 Household Housing Unit Location Description Countywide, eligible. Planned Activities Planned activities include: HOME affordable housing construction activities. 8 Project Name ESG22 Collier County Homeless Programs Target Area Countywide 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1651 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 42 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Goals Supported Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless HMIS Support Provide Homelessness Prevention Administration & Planning Needs Addressed Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention Program Administration and Planning Funding ESG: $221,482 Description Support shelter operations and services for victims of domestic violence and homeless youth. Support HMIS. Provide rapid re-housing for homeless households or those at risk of homelessness, including medium -term rental assistance, security and utility deposits, and rental application fees. All allowable/eligible activities for admin. Target Date 9/30/2023 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Homeless Prevention: 15 Persons Assisted Homeless Person Overnight Shelter: 300 Persons Assisted Location Description Countywide Planned Activities Planned activities include: ESG Admin: $16,611 Collier County Hunger & Homeless Coalition, HMIS: $51,085 Youth Haven, Personnel, 15 persons assisted: $30,677.60 The Shelter for Women & Children, Emergency Shelter Operations, 300 persons assisted.: $100,000 Other Homeless Prevention: $23,108.40 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1652 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 43 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 Collier County is an urban county that relies on widely accepted data such as American Community Survey (ACS), HUD low and moderate-income summary data (LMISD), and Federal Financial Institutions Examinations Council (FFIEC) data to determine areas throughout the community with concentrations of low and moderate-income communities. Program resources are allocated County-wide based on low-mod areas which often coincide with areas of minority concentration. Over the next year, the County intends to utilize CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds in unincorporated parts of the County and the City of Naples. Marco Island, an incorporated city within the County, opted out of participation in 2012. Geographic Distribution Target Area Percentage of Funds Countywide 100 Table 7 - Geographic Distribution Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically Collier County targets resources in low-moderate income census block groups to meet regulatory requirements for CDBG grant funds and to target areas with the highest level of needs. Maps provided in the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan show Collier County block groups where 51% or more of the population have incomes at or below 80% of the area median income. These areas are considered “target areas” for use of HUD grant funds for area improvements, such as public infrastructure or facility improvements. To determine these block groups the County will use HUD CDBG Low Mod Income Summary Data (LMISD), which has redefined the eligible tracts within the jurisdiction. The identified block group tracts within the County that are considered low-moderate income can be found on the HUD Exchange website at: https://www.hudexchange.info/programs/acs-low-mod-summary-data/ HUD funds may also be spent outside of these targeted areas, as long as they provide services, affordable housing, or other benefits directly for low- and moderate-income households or special needs populations. The 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act established the Opportunity Zone program. Opportunity zones are low- income census tracts nominated by the Governor of the state to spur private investment for economic development and job creation in the designated tracts. Collier County has five census tracts that are certified by the State as Opportunity Zones (census tracts 104.11, 108.02, 112.05, 113.01, and 114). HUD encouraged grantees to consider using their CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds for eligible activities in Opportunity Zones in CPD-19-01: Guidance on Submitting Consolidated Plans and Annual Action Plans. The County's Opportunity Zones overlap with census tracts within two of the CDBG target areas. The 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1653 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 44 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) County anticipates funding public facility projects in these census tract target areas throughout the five year Consolidated Planning period. As the Opportunity Zone program regulations are finalized, the County will explore how the CPD funds can be used to leverage Opportunity Zone funding to these areas. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1654 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 45 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Affordable Housing AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) Introduction The need for affordable rental and homeownership housing was a common theme heard during the Consolidated Plan development process. The greatest need is among renters with very low incomes, large families, immigrant families, and residents with disabilities. Housing for people who are homeless and homelessness prevention was also identified as a priority need. To address these needs, the County will use HOME funds to support , new cnew affordable units through home ownership and provide rental rehab and development activities. Goals for the number of households to be supported in PY 2022 are provided below. Please note these are goal estimates. One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless 0 Non-Homeless 90 Special-Needs 0 Total 90 Table 8 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance 0 The Production of New Units 55 Rehab of Existing Units 35 Acquisition of Existing Units 0 Total 90 Table 9 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type Discussion During PY 2022, the County anticipates supporting a total of 80 households, including: Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 30 Households Assisted Homeowner Housing Added: 25 Household Housing Unit Rental units rehabilitated: 35 Household Housing Unit (includes 4 units acquired). Though the County has not recently funded affordable housing for special needs population using CDBG and HOME, it is anticipated that the funds expended through the County’s housing programs will benefit 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1655 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 46 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) persons with special needs because there is often an overlap between the population needing affordable housing and those who are special needs. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1656 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 47 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) Introduction The Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) is an independent authority established under state law, and is separate from the general control of the County. The CCHA operates no HUD-funded public housing units, and is not required by a Section 504 Voluntary Compliance Agreement to increase the number of accessible units. The CCHA manages Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, the low-income and farm labor housing at Farm Worker Village, farm labor housing at Collier Village, a 192-bed dormitory called Horizon Village, and some scattered site housing. Farm Worker Village is a multi-family low-income and farm labor housing development in Immokalee built under the USDA 514/516 Program. The development includes 176 total acres with 591 housing units, ranging from single-family homes to duplexes and quadraplexes. Farm Worker Village has a main office, convenience store, laundromat, community center, playground, and two daycare centers. Horizon Village offers 192 beds for unaccompanied migrants and seasonal farmworkers in dormitory-style efficiency units, each with space for 8 people, a common kitchen area with appliances, and two bathrooms. A meeting room is available to provide social and educational programs. The CCHA also administers approximately 440 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. Unlike most public housing authorities, CCHA has no HUD-funded public housing units. Their primary funding is from USDA. Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing The CCHA has applied for a rehabilitation grant through the Collier County Community and Human Services Division to rehab older units located at Farmworker Village. This project will provide HVAC to 35 units. In recent program years, the CCHA received a HOME grant to rehabilitate 52 units at Farm Worker village and these continue to benefit residents. The CCHA has also recently been awarded funds for the acquisition of rental property to support 4 households. Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership The CCHA sponsors and supports self-sufficiency programs focused at helping their residents improve their economic situation and quality of life. The programs, Resident Opportunities and Self-Sufficiency (ROSS) and Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS), are voluntary self-sufficiency programs that provide participating families the opportunity to identify needs, improve skill sets, and work towards life goals, economic independence, and housing self-sufficiency programs provide families with: • A plan specifically tailored to their family or individual goals including the goal for 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1657 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 48 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) homeownership. • A link to community organizations geared towards education, job training and placement programs, computer and financial literacy, and increased self-sufficiency. • An advocate and supporter to help residents work through barriers preventing self-sufficiency. The CCHA has a Section 8 Advisory Board. Interested voucher holders are encouraged to join, which gives them a formal opportunity to offer input on the voucher program to CCHA. The Board reviews CCHA’s PHA plans and the agency’s progress toward its goals. If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance The Collier County Housing Authority is not designated as troubled and is considered a high performer. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1658 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 49 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) Introduction Collier County has identified increasing housing options for homeless and at risk of homelessness as a strategic priority. Long-term objectives include supporting emergency housing and supportive services, and the implementation of a coordinated entry system. Collier County will utilize ESG funding for Emergency Shelter, Homelessness Prevention, Rapid Re-Housing, HMIS administration, and ESG program administration. Funding for these programs is intended to benefit homeless persons and those at risk of homelessness. Projects selected for funding are designed to help shorten the period the client experiences homelessness, improve their ability to secure stable housing, and prevent recurrent homeless episodes. Programs are designed to connect clients with the services necessary and rapidly to ensure they move from emergency shelter to transitional or permanent housing. 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 Collier County funds subrecipients that administer homelessness projects under the ESG program. They work to build trusting relationships with homeless persons living on the streets and in shelters as well as at-risk populations to remain stably housed. The subrecipients perform assessments for homeless persons and those at risk of homelessness to link them to shelter and other supportive services that are appropriate to meet their needs. All subrecipients funded through Collier County ESG will participate in coordinated entry. These organizations provide emergency shelter, rental and utility assistance, food and clothing, and other homeless services to individuals, families with children, veterans, unaccompanied youth, and including persons with HIV. Collier County also participates in the Hunger & Homeless Coalition’s annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count Survey. The PIT is a snapshot of the homeless population on any given night, typically in the last week of January each year. The survey results help to show the current state of homelessness in the County and identifies which homeless subgroups (chronic, veterans, unaccompanied youth etc.) are in need of assistance. The County also funds the Hunger & Homeless Coalition for HMIS activities, which will ultimately help the CoC better assess the needs of homeless persons in Collier County through efficient data collection. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Collier County currently awards its ESG entitlement funds to subrecipients for the operation of emergency shelters, financial assistance through rapid re-housing to become stably housed, and homeless prevention 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1659 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 50 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) programs to serve individuals and families avoid homelessness. Some emergency shelters and homeless prevention programs are designed to focus their services to the needs of specific populations such as families, victims of domestic violence, human trafficking victims, persons being evicted, and persons with severe mental health disorders or substance abuse histories. In response to the HEARTH Act and 24 CFR part 576, Collier County, in collaboration with its subrecipients are working together to prevent homelessness by helping families remain within their communities and retain their current permanent housing or diverting people to permanent housing solutions. The first step in this process was to streamline the intake of homeless families seeking emergency shelter. The improved coordination will result in more families being diverted away from homelessness and more families exiting homelessness and being rapidly re-housed in permanent housing. Other than the funds available through this process, emergency shelter and transitional housing needs may be addressed through grant funding opportunities, such as the competitive Continuum of Care process, or through other state or local funding streams. 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 Collier County will continue to administer the ESG grant funds and oversee activities that benefit homeless individuals and families make the transition from homelessness to permanent housing and an independent living situation. To address this, the County will support rapid re-housing activities that will house individuals and families quickly and provide a stable environment for them to be able to pursue employment and stable education for families with children. HUD Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) vouchers for rental assistance which helps veterans to keep their housing affordable and prevents homelessness; and assistance through TBRA. Collier County encourages collaboration with organizations to transition as many people as possible into permanent housing as quickly as possible. Some families or individuals may require only limited assistance for a short period of time, such as emergency food and shelter -- until a first paycheck is received or a medical emergency has passed. Others, however, will require more comprehensive and long-term assistance, such as transitional housing with supportive services and job training. Due to limited resources, it is important for agencies to eliminate duplication of effort by local agencies, both in intake and assessment procedures, and in subsequent housing and supportive services. The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) can be improved with common intake forms, shared data, effective assessment instruments and procedures, and on-going coordination of assistance among community 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1660 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 51 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) organizations. 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. Collier County and the Hunger & Homeless Coalition recognizes the need to support individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially those who are being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care. Helping these individuals and families leaving these systems of care with housing support and prevention services immediately will help to end chronic homelessness. ESG funds will be allocated to the Shelter for Abused Women and Children for operating costs of the homeless domestic violence shelters to assist adults and children fleeing from domestic violence. A variety of services were offered including the Children’s Protection Investigations Program, the Community Education Program, Collier County Jail Group, youth services and Rapid Rehousing. More details on these programs and others offered by the agency, can be found on their website at: https://naplesshelter.org/programs/ 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1661 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 52 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) Introduction: The inventory of affordable housing in Collier County is not sufficient to meet the demand for affordable units. One of the primary challenges to creating and preserving affordable housing in Collier County is that household income is failing to keep up with rising housing costs. The local economy is focused on retail, hospitality, services, and agriculture; however, high housing costs have priced out much of the workforce needed for the county to function. 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 Collier County faces a burgeoning issue in trying to identify, quantify and qualify new and existing affordable housing units. With a wider range of housing options, Collier County would be better equipped to tackle the affordable housing problem. The effort requires comprehensive strategies and a variety of tools that can be used alone or in combination to reduce costs and increase availability. During this consolidated plan period, Collier County will continue to Review and Revise the Land Development Code which, if done well will make it easier to implement necessary changes to encourage housing affordability. The current Land Development Code (LDC) does not consistently support and encourage growth in already existing urbanized areas of the county (those areas generally west of Collier Parkway). Many of the LDC’s ordinances are geared toward large-scale, planned-unit developments (PUDs) on greenfield sites. Conversely, smaller-scale redevelopment and infill sites in already developed areas of the County are challenging to consolidate, may need to address adjacent uses and neighborhood concerns, and often require additional density to make them financially feasible. Collier County may also consider reducing parking standards to achieve affordability, permitting guest houses as accessory dwelling rental unit, encouraging smart-site infrastructure, and identify strategic opportunity sites. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1662 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 53 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) Introduction: In addition to the programs and activities described in the prior sections of this plan, the County and its subrecipients intend to undertake a number of other actions to address housing and community development needs in Collier County. These other actions include plans to address the obstacles in meeting underserved needs; efforts to foster and maintain affordable housing; efforts to reduce the hazards of lead-based paint in housing; efforts to reduce the number of poverty-level households; and improvements to the institutional delivery structure to address any gaps or weaknesses identified in the plan. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs Collier County will collaborate with community leaders, stakeholders, and local nonprofit agencies to help remove obstacles to better meet the needs of the underserved population and improve service delivery. Through a coordinated effort with a variety of service providers, the County will be better able to identify needs and reduce any gaps in services. The County relies on nonprofit agencies to provide social services, disseminate news and information, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs. Collier County will also support the expansion of HMIS technology beyond homeless service providers as a way to link the various categories of services provided by our partner nonprofit organizations and standardize performance measures. The County will also review and analyze the work of its various departments and divisions to find opportunities for collaboration between similar programs. Program staff will also ensure that all fair housing education materials are current and compliant with the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Final Rule. As limited funding is also an obstacle to meeting underserved needs, the County is continually looking for additional funding to address these needs. The County has ongoing State SHIP funds to address affordable housing, and has recently procured Criminal Justice, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse grants from the State and Drug Court funding from the Department of Justice. In PY 2022, CHS staff will continue exploring new grant opportunities using grants.gov and other sources and develop partnerships with local agencies as needed to make grant applications. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing Collier County will actively work to address the need for more decent and affordable housing by continuing to prioritize the investment of funds into all its housing programs. In the interest of developing and preserving affordable housing, the County will continue to support the use of HOME program funds for activities such as: down-payment assistance, land acquisition, and single/multifamily acquisitions and 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1663 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 54 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) rehabilitation. To promote fair housing choice, the County will encourage and support fair housing rights for all and provide program funds to conduct outreach and education regarding the Fair Housing Law act of 1968. Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards Collier County will continue to implement countermeasures to reduce lead-based paint hazards by abating or removing lead-based paint hazards found in existing housing built prior to 1978. Individuals who reside in properties built prior to 1978 and receive assistance through CDBG, ESG, or HOME grant programs are required to be inspected for lead-based paint hazards. These inspections are completed by a HUD Certified Inspector in accordance with HUD and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. Collier County also educates the public on the hazards of lead-based paint and how to protect children and the elderly. In response to lead-based paint hazards and the limited resources available, the County has planned a steady, long-term response in accordance with Federal lead-based paint standards, other applicable federal regulations, and local property standards. Policies and procedures for abatement of lead hazards have been established in Collier County, which include determining cost effectiveness for abatement and procedures for assessing, contracting, and inspecting post-abatement work. The policies and procedures also include preparing work write-ups and costs estimates for all income eligible persons in Collier County with identified lead-based paint hazards. The County’s health department is the lead agency responsible for conducting lead screenings and identifying properties in need of rehabilitation to reduce exposure to lead-based paint. The County will continue to comply with Federal regulations related to lead-based paint, including in CCHA units. Much of Collier County’s housing stock was built between the 1980s and 2000s, and there are very few properties with lead-based paint, however the County will ensure the age of structures when assistance is provided and take any actions needed in cases where lead-based paint hazards may be present. Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families Collier County will continue to increase its efforts to implement anti-poverty strategies for the citizens of Collier. The activities developed in this AAP work directly to reduce the number of poverty level families in the County. The County will strive to increase its efforts in assisting homeowners and renters with housing rehabilitation to maintain affordable housing to decrease the financial burden on low-to- moderate-income persons. The County will also make improvements to public facilities and infrastructure, not only to create suitable living areas, but to also attract further public and private investments into low/mod income areas. Finally, the public services supported by the County address specific needs identified by community residents as part of the citizen participation and consultation process. These services will help low-income individuals and families improve their quality of lives. Other actions and strategies planned that the County will employ to reduce the number of poverty-level 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1664 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 55 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) families: 1. Support the collaborative efforts of the service providers in Collier County to attract new business and industry to Collier. 2. Support the efforts of the Chamber of Commerce to target certain segments of the economy for business development/job creation. 3. Encourage nonprofit organizations to expand housing development programs to incorporate job- training opportunities as a part of their operations. 4. Promote the use of referral services for the existing Human Service Centers which involves a partnership with many human service agencies, including job referrals. 5. Work to develop a CHDO to meet the requirements of the designation in order to develop affordable housing for low/moderate income persons. 6. Participate in the development of a regional social service collaborative to coordinate the work of social service organizations, disseminate news and information, eliminate duplication of efforts, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs. 7. Use enhanced accomplishment data as a criterion in the evaluation of applications for ESG funding. 8. Support any expansion of local transit service and/or for express transit service. Through the initiatives described above, and in cooperation with the agencies and nonprofit organizations noted, the County’s Community and Human Services Division will continue to assist low- and moderate- income persons of Collier County through the Consolidated Plan period. Actions planned to develop institutional structure The Collier County Community and Human Services Division (CHS) administers, plans, and manages all facets of the HUD grants for Collier County to ensure that all aspects of the grant programs perform in a concerted manner. CHS will work as the housing and community development liaison between the county, local public housing, participating cities, state agencies, and nonprofit and community-based organizations. Collier County recognizes the need to maintain a high level of coordination on projects involving other departments and/or nonprofit organizations. This collaboration guarantees an efficient use of resources with maximum output in the form of accomplishments. Collier County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) represents the most substantial partnership designed to develop institutional structure to address affordable housing challenges. AHAC is composed of representatives from the residential home building, banking/ mortgage lending, labor, low- income advocacy, social service, real estate, employer, and local planning industries. These representatives serve as an informed body of experts with unique perspectives on the local landscape of affordable housing needs and market dynamics in Collier County. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1665 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 56 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies The County will work to foster collaboration through dissemination of services, news, and information across social service organizations, subcontractors, and public and private entities. One way the County will accomplish this is through subrecipient meetings that bring together affordable housing developers and social service agencies. The County will encourage community-based solutions and regional partnerships and will continue to support and participate in the CoC, whose membership includes both affordable housing and social service agencies. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1666 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 57 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Program Specific Requirements AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) Introduction: This section provides information required by regulations governing the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, the HOME Investment Partnership (HOME) program, and the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) program. Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(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 of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 29,000 2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0 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 use has not been included in a prior statement or plan 0 5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 0 Total Program Income: 29,000 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. 100.00% 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1667 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 58 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(2) 1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section 92.205 is as follows: Not applicable. Collier County does not anticipate using any other forms of investment beyond those identified in Section 92.205. 2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds when used for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows: The County’s Recapture Provisions permit the original homebuyer to sell the property to any willing buyer, at any price the market will bear, during the period of affordability while the County is able to recapture all, or a portion of the HOME-assistance provided to the original homebuyer. Collier County utilizes a recapture policy in compliance of 24 CFR 92.254. The affordability period is determined based upon the amount of HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds invested into an individual project. HOME Regulations set three minimum tiers of affordability periods. When a homeowner chooses to sell or use the property for non-eligible HOME Program activities during the Period of Affordability, the full amount of the HOME Program Direct Subsidy shall be recaptured and repaid to Collier County provided that net proceeds are sufficient. If net proceeds are insufficient to repay the total HOME investment due, only the actual net proceeds will be recaptured. In the event that net proceeds are zero (as is usually the case with foreclosure), the recapture provision still applies. Recaptured funds shall be returned to the Collier County to reinvest in other affordable housing projects for low- to moderate-income persons. The County’s Resale Provisions shall ensure that, when a HOME-assisted homebuyer sells or otherwise transfers his or her property, either voluntarily or involuntarily, during the affordability period: 1) The property is sold to another low-income homebuyer who will use the property as his or her principal residence. 2) The original homebuyer receives a fair return on investment, (i.e., the homebuyer’s down payment plus capital improvements made to the house); and 3) The property is sold at a price that is “affordable for a reasonable range of low-income buyers.” The County’s Recapture and Resale Provisions are included in full in the Appendix. 3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1668 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 59 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) acquired with HOME funds? See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows: Development Subsidy – a development subsidy is defined as financial assistance provided by the County to offset the difference between the total cost of producing a housing unit and the fair market value of the unit. When provided independently and absent any additional subsidy that could be classified a direct subsidy, development subsidy triggers resale. Direct Subsidy – a direct subsidy is defined as financial assistance provided by the County that reduces the purchase price for a homebuyer below market value or otherwise subsidizes the homebuyer [i.e., down-payment loan, purchase financing, assistance to CHDO to develop and sell unit below market or closing cost assistance]. A direct subsidy triggers recapture. Net Proceeds – the sales price minus superior loan repayment (other than HOME funds) and any closing costs. The County’s Recapture and Resale Provisions are included in full in the Appendix. 4. Plans for using HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that is rehabilitated with HOME funds along with a description of the refinancing guidelines required that will be used under 24 CFR 92.206(b), are as follows: Not applicable. Collier County has no plans to use HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing rehabilitated with HOME funds. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1669 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 60 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Reference 91.220(l)(4) 1. Include written standards for providing ESG assistance (may include as attachment) Collier County’s ESG Policy and Procedures Manual is attached as an appendix to this Plan. 2. If the Continuum of Care has established centralized or coordinated assessment system that meets HUD requirements, describe that centralized or coordinated assessment system. Coordinated Entry is a streamlined system designed to efficiently match people experiencing homelessness or those at-risk of homelessness to available housing, shelter, and services. It prioritizes those who are most in need of assistance and provides crucial information that helps the Continuum of Care strategically allocate resources. Anyone seeking homelessness or homelessness prevention services in Collier County will complete a coordinated entry assessment which is subsequently evaluated for services. 3. Identify the process for making sub-awards and describe how the ESG allocation available to private nonprofit organizations (including community and faith-based organizations). The County provides a competitive process for awarding all entitlement funding. This is widely advertised formally, via email, and at partnership meetings. A review and ranking committee reviews applications for merit and compliance. The CoC is provided an opportunity to support or not support an application. Eventually, the recommended awardees are noted in the Annual Action Plan. All public comment requirements are followed. The Annual Action Plan is presented to the Board of County Commissioners for approval, and then to HUD. The process is as follows: a) Identification of community development issues, needs, and concerns through community meetings and citizen input. b) Formulation of community development goals and preliminary strategies, i.e., staff and citizens. c) Dissemination of Grant Funds information to agencies and individuals d) Submission of Project applications; and e) Project Selection: Review of project applications by review committee ii. Present recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners, Public Hearing and Final Selection sent to HUD 4. If the jurisdiction is unable to meet the homeless participation requirement in 24 CFR 576.405(a), the jurisdiction must specify its plan for reaching out to and consulting with homeless or formerly homeless individuals in considering policies and funding decisions 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1670 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2022 61 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) regarding facilities and services funded under ESG. Collier County meets the homeless participation requirement found in 24 CFR 576.405(a) through the Continuum of Care, which is led by the Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition. The CoC comments on funding applications and considers policies regarding homeless facilities and services. Other organizations representing the homeless provided input for the Consolidated Planning process, and a focus group was held at the Shelter for Abused Women and Children to gather input about housing and community development priorities. The County will continue to secure consultation with homeless or formerly homeless individuals, along with local organizations that represent and provide services to the homeless. 5. Describe performance standards for evaluating ESG. Performance standards provide a measure for Collier County to evaluate the effectiveness of each ESG service provider in the areas of: (a) Targeting those who need assistance most; (b) Reducing the number of people living on the streets or in emergency shelters; (c) Reducing the time people spend homeless; and (d) Reducing clients’ housing barriers or housing stability risks. In addition, the County evaluates the success of ESG programs by reviewing Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) data. Sub recipients are required to submit regular reports which are reviewed by staff. These reports are used to ensure ESG compliance with regulations and local written standards as well as confirming that program goals are being met. ESG programs are also subjected to “on-site monitoring.” The County has a Monitoring Group to monitor the ESG programs. This group has participated in over 100 federal grant evaluation designs, evaluation projects, and implementation of evaluation plans. The basis for monitoring is to address findings and provides recommendations for program improvements Collier County will also evaluate each ESG service provider’s performance based on the following standards: a) Subrecipients will develop and adhere to priorities for service delivery by need. b) Subrecipients will assist clients in rapid movement to permanent housing from shelters or from the street. c) Subrecipients will ensure that clients have easy access to services. d) Subrecipients will provide comprehensive case management to address a spectrum of needs for each client. 16.D.4.k Packet Pg. 1671 Attachment: Collier County 2022 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 1 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 2023 Annual Action Plan Collier County Community and Human Services Division 3339 East Tamiami Trail Health and Public Services Building H, Room 213 Naples, Florida 34112 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1672 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 2 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table of Contents Executive Summary ............................................................................................................... 3 AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) ..................................................................3 PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies – 91.200(b) ..............................................................................8 AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) ...........................................................................9 AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c) ......................................................................................... 18 Expected Resources ............................................................................................................. 21 AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) ................................................................................... 21 Annual Goals and Objectives ............................................................................................... 26 AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives .............................................................................................. 26 Projects ............................................................................................................................... 29 AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) ............................................................................................................ 29 AP-38 Project Summary ................................................................................................................ 31 AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) .................................................................................... 37 Affordable Housing ............................................................................................................. 39 AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) ........................................................................................... 39 AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) .................................................................................................. 41 AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) ..................................................... 43 AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) ........................................................................... 47 AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) ................................................................................................... 48 Program Specific Requirements ........................................................................................... 53 AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) ................................................................ 53 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1673 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 3 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Executive Summary AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) 1. Introduction Collier County is an entitlement jurisdiction eligible to receive community planning and development funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). As such, HUD requires that the County develop a 5-Year Consolidated Plan to identify its housing and community development priorities and develop a strategy to implement HUD programs. HUD also requires that the County prepare an Annual Action Plan showing the objectives the County plans to achieve each year towards the goals established in the Consolidated Plan. This plan represents the PY 2023 Annual Action Plan and outlines goals, objectives, and projects for the third program year covered by the current Consolidated Plan. It also serves as the County’s application to HUD, requesting its allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) funds. Collier County’s FY 2023 grant allocations are: $2,574,633 in CDBG funds; $844,948 in HOME funds; and $211,534 in ESG funds. The goal of the community planning and development programs covered by this Annual Action Plan is to develop viable communities by providing decent and affordable housing, a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities principally for people with low- and moderate-incomes. The County made funding determinations for specific projects during PY 2023 based on input from residents, non-profit and social service agencies that serve low- and moderate-income residents, municipalities including the City of Naples, and other stakeholders. 2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Collier County developed the objectives and outcomes of the 5-Year Strategic Plan based on an analysis of the data presented in the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan and a citizen participation and stakeholder consultation process. The County identified seven (7) priority needs with associated goals to address those needs. Due to limited funds, not all the needs and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan can be addressed in each annual plan, however the County will work towards achieving each goal during the 5- Year planning period. The activities for this PY 2023 AAP will address the following priorities and goals, which are as follows: Priority Need: Housing Affordability Goal: New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acquisition Homeownership - Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, direct financial assistance, or acquisition of affordable housing for homeownership. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1674 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 4 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Goal: Support New Construction, Rehab/Acquisition Rental - Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for rental housing. Goal: CHDO - Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for housing developed by a CHDO. Priority Need: Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention Goal: Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless - Funds will be used to provide emergency shelter services and permanent housing for homeless persons. Emergency housing includes rapid rehousing rental assistance activities to help individuals and families avoid returning to homelessness. Goal: Provide Homelessness Prevention – Funds will be used to provide permanent housing to prevent persons from becoming homeless. Goal: HMIS Support - Funds will be used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and services to homeless individuals and families and persons at risk of homelessness. Priority Need: Public Facilities Goal: Improve Public and Other Facilities - Funds will be used to improve public infrastructure in low- income areas to include sidewalk installation, water-sewer improvements, and accessibility improvements, etc. Priority Need: Public Infrastructure Improvements Goal: Improve Public Infrastructure - Funds will be used to improve public infrastructure in low-income areas to include sidewalk installation, water-sewer improvements, and accessibility improvements, etc. Priority Need: Public Services Goal: Provide Public Services - Funds will be used to provide services to low-income persons. Priority Need: Program Administration and Planning Goal: Administration & Planning - Administration and Planning for CDBG, HOME and ESG Programs. 3. Evaluation of past performance Collier County with other public and private agencies, local nonprofits and community housing providers, has made significant contributions to provide safe, decent and affordable housing and provide a suitable living environment to residents in the County. There has been considerable progress in addressing the 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1675 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 5 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) needs of the LMI and special needs communities. However, improvements to public facilities and infrastructure, affordable housing, homeless services and public services remain important needs for the community as the County strives to improve the quality of life for its residents. These needs are documented in the County’s current Consolidated Plan and the most recent Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). The CAPER provides an assessment of progress towards the 5-Year goals and the one-year goals of HUD entitlement grants CDBG, HOME and ESG. The most recent PY 2021 CAPER reports these following highlights by priority need: Public Improvements: The County made public facility improvements that benefitted 54,267 persons living in low/mod areas. These include facilities improvements at the Golden Gate Senior Center, Legal Aid facility, Esperanza Community Center, the Immokalee Fire Station and security improvements at the Shelter for Abused Women and Children. Public infrastructure improvements were also made that benefitted 8,210 persons living in low/mod areas. These activities included water/sewer improvements with the Bayshore CRA Fire Suppression project, installation of crosswalks and street lighting in the City of Naples, and sidewalk improvements at Peters Ave. Public Services: In PY 2021 the County funded public services that benefitted a total of 630 LMI individuals. Transportation services offered by Sunrise Free to Be Me assisted persons with a disability. Legal services were provided to victims of domestic violence and other abuses. Housing counseling for LMI households was provided by HELP. CDBG-CV funds went to support the ongoing efforts of case management healthcare services to help vulnerable patients with chronic conditions to minimize the severity of COVID-19 or help to prevent contracting the virus. The County also funded the Immokalee Fire Control District to help with COVID protection actions, and this activity had a low/mod benefit for an estimated 36,775 persons. Affordable Housing: For the HOME affordable housing program the County completed 11 affordable rental rehab units at the Oak Marsh Rental Rehab project, which assisted LMI households. HOME activities are reported in the CAPER when they are completed, and there are several housing activities that are still ongoing. There were also 69 LMI renter households assisted at the Collier County Housing Authority’s (CCHA) rental housing HVAC rehab activity through the CDBG program. HVAC improvement at rental units owned by the CCHA helped to increase the energy efficiency of these units. Another 2 LMI renter households were assisted through the acquisition of units for the purpose of adding to the affordable housing stock of the CCHA. Homeless Prevention: The County addresses homelessness primarily with the help of its partners, Collier County Hunger & Homeless Coalition (HHC), The Shelter for Abused Women & Children, Youth Haven and NAMI. The County funded HHC to operate HMIS data collection in the region. The Shelter, Youth Haven and NAMI assisted 543 persons in PY 2021 with homeless shelter operations, and another 4 homeless persons were assisted with rapid rehousing. CARES Act Activities 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1676 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 6 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) In response to COVID-19, the County amended its 2019 AAP to include projects/goals that prevent, prepare for and respond to the coronavirus and these activities continued in PY 2021. For CV public services, CDBG-CV funds went to support continuing case management of healthcare services to help vulnerable patients with chronic conditions from contracting the virus. This activity assisted 189 LMI persons. In addition, the County funded the Immokalee Fire Control District to help with COVID protection actions, and this activity had a low/mod benefit for an estimated 36,775 persons. The County also supported legal, financial, and accounting support services for small businesses impacted by COVID-19, and as a result 41 individuals were assisted with this public service. 4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process Citizen participation and community stakeholder consultation plays a vital part in the development of Collier County’s planning and development of the Annual Action Plan. The County encourages participation from the citizens it serves, in particular LMI and special needs communities, which are the primary targets of HUD funded programs. The County also continues to remain engaged and works with key non-profit organizations that serve these groups. The citizen participation process follows the County’s HUD approved Citizen Participation Plan, which is designed to encourage all citizens, including persons of lower income, non-English speaking residents, and those with disabilities to participate in the County’s planning and development of plans and reports. Outreach efforts are provided below for the development of the PY 2023 AAP: - A public hearing was held on Thursday, June 1 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Community and Human Services offices at 3339 E. Tamiami Trail, Building H, Suite 213, Naples FL 34112. - A public comment period began on May 18, 2023, through June 17, 2023, regarding the 2023 Annual Action Plan. During this period, the draft AAP was available for review in all County public libraries, at the Public Information Desk in the Harmon Turner Building on the Collier County Government Main Campus, in the Community & Human Services (CHS) Division office located at 3339 E Tamiami Trail, Building H, Suite 213, Naples FL 34112, and the Collier County web site at www.colliercountyfl.gov. The document was available in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request. All comments (received through the CHS office, either written, by telephone, via email, regular mail or in person) from citizens will be considered in preparing the final PY 2023 AAP. - A final public hearing was held on July 11, 2023 at a regularly held Board of County Commissioners meeting to review and discuss the draft AAP. A list of efforts to gather public feedback is displayed in the AP-12 Citizen Participation. 5. Summary of public comments Public Hearing (June 1, 2023): There were no comments made from the public. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1677 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 7 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Public Comment Period (May 18, 2023 to June 17, 2023): Public Hearing (July 11, 2023): For more details see AP-12 Participation. 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them All comments and responses from the public were accepted and considered. There were no agencies or organization types that were intentionally not consulted. For more details see AP-12 Participation. 7. Summary The PY 2023 AAP is the third year of the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan. The activities funded in this Annual Action Plan address the needs of the community and further builds on the accomplishments of the goals established in the 5-Year Strategic Plan. Collier County’s FY 2023 grant allocations are: CDBG: $2,574,633 HOME: $844,948 ESG: $211,534 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1678 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 8 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies – 91.200(b) 1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan Describe the agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source. Agency Role Name Department/Agency CDBG Administrator COLLIER COUNTY Community & Human Services Division HOME Administrator COLLIER COUNTY Community & Human Services Division ESG Administrator COLLIER COUNTY Community & Human Services Division Table 1 – Responsible Agencies Narrative The Collier County Community & Human Services Division is the lead agency responsible for the development and administration of the PY 2023 Action Plan, which is the third planning year of the 2021- 2025 Consolidated Plan. The Division administers Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) funds received from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), and coordinates execution of projects related to the priorities and goals identified in the Consolidated Plan. Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information Kristi Sonntag, Director Community and Human Services Division 3339 East Tamiami Trail Health and Public Services Building H, Room 213 Naples, Florida 34112 Phone: (239) 252-2486 Fax: (239) 252-2638 Email: Kristi.Sonntag@colliercountyfl.gov Website: http://www.colliergov.net/your-government/divisions-a-e/community-and-human-services 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1679 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 9 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) 1. Introduction Collier County’s PY 2023 AAP is based off the housing and community development needs identified in its 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan, which involved a robust citizen participation and stakeholder consultation process. Collier County conducted significant consultation with citizens, municipal officials, non-profit agencies, public housing agencies, governmental agencies, and the Continuum of Care in preparing this Plan. Further, focus groups and interviews took place with local community stakeholders and online surveys for the community and agencies were conducted to gather feedback to identify priority needs. The Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) provided input and feedback during several meetings on current housing and community development conditions, needs, and strategies. For PY 2023, the County continued to be engaged with local stakeholder organizations in preparing this plan. The County held a public meeting and provided technical assistance to solicit input on potential projects for funding to ensure that all potential applicants for its grant funding application process were fully versed in the requirements and expectations for the funds. All potential applicants helped to describe the needs of the community through their application and at the meetings. 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(l)) During the development of the Consolidated Plan, the County sought to encourage a high level of public communication and agency consultation in an effort to demonstrate its commitment to identifying priority needs and engaging the participation of citizens, public agencies, and nonprofit organizations in a positive and collaborative manner. A list of stakeholders and affordable housing providers was developed and included public agencies and private nonprofit organizations whose missions included the provision of affordable housing and human services to low- to moderate-income persons and households. These stakeholders were invited to participate in needs assessment meetings held for the purpose of developing the Consolidated Plan. The list of stakeholders is included in the Citizen Participation Comments section. The collaboration and consultation of local housing and community service providers helped to form the Strategic Plan of the 5-Year Consolidated Plan. Contracts awarded from HUD funds must address one of the identified needs and the associated goals of the Consolidated Plan. Collier County recognizes the importance of public services for people with mental health and substance abuse needs, and the related importance of coordination between public and assisted housing providers and health, mental health, and service agencies and these organizations are invited to participate in the consultation process as well as apply for housing and community develop grants. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1680 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 10 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) In addition to enhancing coordination through the use of HUD funds, Collier County encourages dialogue and collaboration between housing and service agencies through the Collier County Hunger & Homeless Coalition, which serves as the lead agency for the County’s Continuum of Care. The Hunger & Homeless Coalition holds regular meetings in Naples, and members include more than 60 public and private agencies within the region. 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. Collier County staff attends bi-monthly meetings with the Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County as well as area service providers to enhance the community’s comprehensive Continuum of Care (CoC) system to end homelessness. This dynamic partnership includes collaborative efforts of a variety of community groups, government agencies. The Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County serves as the Lead Agency and has been designated by the CoC as the Collaborative Applicant to apply for the HUD CoC grant on behalf of the CoC. The County enhances coordination of public, private, and nonprofit housing providers, human service agencies, and social service providers through the following actions: • Continues to work with other jurisdictions and the Collier County Housing Authority to prioritize housing needs, provide services, and maximize the use of federal, state, and local funds for affordable housing, community development, and related services. • Continues to participate in coordinated efforts for shelter and services assisting homeless individuals and families. • County staff participates in many of the committees that provide direction for the 10-year plan to end homelessness. • In the ESG program, the County completes the assessment of participants in the Rapid Rehousing and Homeless Prevention programs in coordination with the COC who then provide support and training. Each year, the Coalition leads the local Point-in-Time Count which is a survey of who is homeless on a given night and provides a snapshot of who experiences homelessness throughout the year. This survey is given usually at the end of January, and is supported by participating CoC members, local government units such as Collier County, and volunteers in the community. Much of the day-to-day coordination is through the CoC lead Coordinated Entry (CE). CE is a streamlined system designed to match individuals and families experiencing homelessness or those at-risk of homelessness efficiently and effectively to available housing, shelter, and services. CE prioritizes those who are most in need of assistance and quickly makes referrals to meet their unique needs. This system also helps the Continuum of Care strategically allocate resources and reduces duplication of efforts. CE hubs are located in several locations in Naples and Immokalee as well as online. For more information on 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1681 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 11 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) CE or to request for assistance through see, please see the CoC’s website: https://collierhomelesscoalition.org/coordinated-entry-screening-intake/ Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS The Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County serves as the lead agency for the Collier County CoC. Members of the Continuum provided input during stakeholder interviews and in the project selection process. The CoC is responsible for designating a Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) and a Lead Agency responsible for its management and has primary responsibility for ensuring that HMIS is fully funded with appropriate policies and procedures. HMIS is a locally-administered data system used to record and analyze client, service, and housing data for individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, and the information system designated by a local CoC to comply with the requirements of the CoC Program interim rule 24 CFR 578. The CoC also works closely Collier County (ESG recipient) to allocate funds and monitor outcomes, and their board member is part of the application selection committee. 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 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1682 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 12 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated 1 Agency/Group/Organization Collier County Housing Authority Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing PHA Services - Housing Service-Fair Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Public Housing Needs Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The County works closely with the Collier County Housing Authority to determine the affordable housing needs in the County. The housing authority receives funds to develop and rehab affordable housing units. 2 Agency/Group/Organization Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-homeless Continuum of Care What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Veterans Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non-Housing Community Development Needs Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The agency is the local CoC lead and the County is engaged with the Coalition to help determine the homeless needs in the County. 3 Agency/Group/Organization Habitat for Humanity of Collier County Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Neighborhood Organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The agency is a recipient of grant funds and helped to determine the housing and community development needs through the application process. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1683 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 13 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 4 Agency/Group/Organization Sunrise Community Southwest Florida Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Persons with Disabilities Services-Mental Health Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Homeless Special Needs Non-Housing Community Development Needs Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The agency is a recipient of grant funds and helped to determine the community development needs through the application process. This organization provides a critical service to an overlooked population in the County. 5 Agency/Group/Organization Avow Hospice, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Services - Housing Services-Elderly What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Non-Homeless Special Needs Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The agency helped to determine the community development needs through the application process. This agency applied for funding. 6 Agency/Group/Organization The Shelter for Abused Women & Children, Inc Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Victims of Domestic Violence Services - Victims Publicly Funded Institution/System of Care What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless Homeless Needs - Families with children Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non-Housing Community Development Needs Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The agency is a recipient of ESG funds, and helped to determine the homeless needs in the community through the application process 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1684 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 14 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 7 Agency/Group/Organization Immokalee Fair Housing Alliance Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Service-Fair Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 8 Agency/Group/Organization Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services Agency/Group/Organization Type Agency - Managing Flood Prone Areas Agency - Emergency Management Emergency Services What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Homeless Special Needs Emergency Management Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The County Bureau of Emergency Services was contacted in regards to the plan. The Bureau comprises of all county-managed emergency services departments. 9 Agency/Group/Organization Collier County Public Library Agency/Group/Organization Type Services - Narrowing the Digital Divide Other government - County What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Homeless Special Needs Community Development Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? The Collier County Public Library was contacted in regards to the plan. The public library provides access to high-speed internet for all residents in the County and helps to narrow the digital divide for LMI residents. This access to free high-speed internet allows for job searches, school homework for students and other online needs. 10 Agency/Group/Organization PFPI OZ, LLC. Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Developer 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1685 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 15 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. 11 Agency/Group/Organization Naples Therapeutic Riding Center Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Persons with Disabilities What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non-Homeless Special Needs Non-Housing Community Development Needs Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? This organization applied for a grant and helped to determine the community development needs in the County. Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting All entities were considered for consultation. No agency types were intentionally not consulted. Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? Continuum of Care Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County Affordable housing, services, and economic development 10 Yr. Plan to Prevent Hunger and End Homelessness Hunger & Homeless Coalition of Collier County The Strategic Plan goals to address homelessness align with Continuum of Care goals and strategies. Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, 2021 Collier County Barriers to affordable housing opportunities from the Analysis of Impediments were included in this Consolidated Plan. Collier County MHSA Strategic Plan 2019 Collier County The MHSA, adopted in 2019, coordinates assistance for those with mental health and substance abuse in the area. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1686 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 16 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? Urban Land Institute Advisory Services Report Collier County The ULI Report defines how the county will expand affordable housing. Collier County LHAP Collier County The County Local Housing Assistance Plan align with the Strategic Plan to meet the needs of LMI households through the expanding production and preservation of affordable housing. Florida Housing Finance Corporation Annual Report Florida Housing Finance Corporation The annual report provides details on program accomplishments and activities throughout the year on rental and homeownership programs. FLHFC is provided an annual report to review development incentives. SHIP Incentive Strategies Report Collier County The SHIP Incentive Strategies Report evaluates the implementation of affordable housing incentives in eleven (11) required areas which are: Expedited Permitting (for housing that is affordable), Modification of Impact Fees, Flexible Densities, Reservation of Infrastructure Capacity, Parking and Setbacks Requirements, Accessory Dwelling Units, Flexible Lot Configurations, Modification of Street Requirements, Process of Ongoing Review ( provisions that could impact housing affordability), Public Land Inventory, and Development Near Transportation. Table 3 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts Narrative (optional) In accordance with 24 CFR 91.100(4), the County notified adjacent units of local government of the non- housing community development needs included in its Consolidated Plan. The County will continue to interact with public entities at all levels to ensure coordination and cooperation in the implementation of the Consolidated Plan and thereby maximizing the benefits of the County’s housing and community development activities for the residents being served. The County Community & Human Services Division also maintains ongoing communication with internal departments and organizations within the County. The Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services comprises of all county-managed emergency services departments and is responsible for the planning of emergency services and responses to natural disasters. The Collier County Public Library is an important provider of services for LMI residents, and also provides access to high-speed internet for all residents in the County and helps to narrow the digital divide for LMI residents. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1687 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 17 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Coordination with private industry, businesses, developers, and social service agencies included Individual consultations were conducted with affordable housing developers and the social service agencies. The input received during these consultations informed the development of priority needs and recommended strategies. For example, through consultations with developers, it was determined that there remains insufficient access to affordable housing. Likewise, developers have a difficult time finding developable land for affordable housing. The Collier County staff that coordinated the development of the Plan used the Citizen Participation Plan as a guide for consultations. Consultations were conducted with public and nonprofit organizations. There were also several public advisory committees that were consulted. Input received from the consultations informed the Plan. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1688 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 18 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c) 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting Collier County considers citizen participation a critical component of its planning processes and closely followed the requirements of its Citizen Participation Plan to conduct a robust engagement process during development of this Annual Action Plan (AAP). Collier County residents were offered multiple opportunities, as detailed in the table below, to participate in the development of the AAP. Each meeting was publicly advertised in the Naples Daily News and on the County’s website. Included in the citizen participation process was a 30-day public comment period and a public hearing to review and discuss the contents of the plan. All participant comments were welcome and were recorded and considered. Included in Collier County’s outreach were technical assistance meetings to be sure any organization interested in applying for HUD grant funds understood the process and expectations going forward. In the meetings, staff reviewed the application process, the County’s priorities, eligible activities and projects, national objective achievements, contract development, project implementation phases of the projects, and monitoring parameters. Grant TA Meetings were held between January 23, 2023 to January 27, 2023. Citizen outreach efforts are provided below for the development of the PY 2023 AAP: - A public hearing was held on Thursday, June 1, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Community and Human Services offices at 3339 E. Tamiami Trail, Building H, Suite 211, Naples FL 34112. - A public comment period began on May 18, 2023, through June 17, 2023, regarding the 2023 Annual Action Plan. Details of the comment period are provided in the table below. - A final public hearing was held on July 11, 2023 at a regularly held Board of County Commissioners meeting to review and discuss the draft AAP. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1689 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 19 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Citizen Participation Outreach Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/attendance Summary of comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL 1 Grant TA Meetings Non-targeted/broad community HUD Grant Applicants; Housing and Service Providers Grant TA Meetings were held between January 23, 2023 to January 27, 2023 N/A N/A N/A 2 Public Hearing Non-targeted/broad community HUD Grant Applicants; Housing and Service Providers The Collier County Community and Human Services Division held a public hearing on January 17, 2023, at 09:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. The public hearing was held in the Community and Human Services Division’s conference room on the third floor of the Health Department Building at 3339 East Tamiami Trail, Naples, FL 34112. N/A N/A N/A 3 Public Hearing Non-targeted/broad community A public hearing was held on Thursday, June 2 2023, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Community and Human Services offices at 3339 E. Tamiami Trail, Building H, Suite 213, Naples FL 34112. There were no comments made from the public. All comments were welcome. N/A 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1690 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 20 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/attendance Summary of comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL 4 Public Comment Period Non-targeted/broad community A public comment period began on May 18, 2023, through June 17, 2023, regarding the 2023 Annual Action Plan. During this period, the draft AAP was available for review in all County public libraries, at the Public Information Desk in the Harmon Turner Building on the Collier County Government Main Campus, in the Community & Human Services (CHS) Division office located at 3339 E Tamiami Trail, Building H, Suite 213, Naples FL 34112, and the Collier County web site at www.colliercountyfl.gov. The document is available in a format accessible to persons with disabilities upon request. All comments (received through the CHS office, either written, by telephone, via email, regular mail or in person) from citizens are considered in preparing the final PY 2023 AAP. There were no comments made from the public. All comments were welcome. N/A 5 Public Hearing Non-targeted/broad community Collier County Board of County Commissioners (BCC) A public hearing was held on July 11, 2023 at a regularly held Board of County Commissioners meeting to review and discuss the draft AAP. The BCC will take action to approve. A summary of comments will be included after the public hearing. All comments are welcome. N/A Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1691 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 21 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Expected Resources AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction New entitlement grant resources totaling $3,631,115 are anticipated for the PY 2023 to meet underserved needs, foster decent affordable housing, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. Along with the County’s PY 2023 annual CDBG, HOME, and ESG allocations, this figure includes $595,962 and $812 in prior year CDBG and HOME funds, respectively, that will be reprogrammed for use this year. Additionally, this figure includes an estimated $29,000 in CDBG and $31,571.43 in HOME program income. The balance of prior year CDBG and HOME resources are from other projects and activities completed under budget. This PY 2023 AAP is the third year of the Consolidated Plan planning period. On February 28, 2023, HUD released allocations and the County expects the remainder of the Consolidated Planning period CDBG, HOME and ESG allocation funds to remain approximately the same. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1692 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 22 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Anticipated Resources Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder of ConPlan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ CDBG public - federal Acquisition Admin and Planning Economic Development Housing Public Improvements Public Services 2,574,633 29,000 595,962 3,199,595 5,207,266 The CDBG program does not require a match from non-federal sources however, the program provides a portion of the funding needed for the activities to be undertaken and will leverage resources from other sources including private, state, and local funds. The expected amount available for the remainder of the ConPlan is 2x more years of the expected grant allocation and program income. HOME public - federal Acquisition Homebuyer assistance Homeowner rehab Multifamily rental new construction Multifamily rental rehab New construction for ownership TBRA 844,948 31,571 812 877,331 1,753,038 The HOME program will leverage additional resources from private, state, and local funds in fulfillment of the program's requirement for a 25% matching contribution from non-federal sources. The expected amount available for the remainder of the ConPlan is 2x more years of the expected grant allocation and program income. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1693 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 23 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder of ConPlan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ ESG public - federal Conversion and rehab for transitional housing Financial Assistance Overnight shelter Rapid re-housing (rental assistance) Homeless Prevention Services Transitional housing 211,534 0 0 211,534 423,068 The ESG program requires a 100% matching contribution that will come from subrecipients through cash or non-cash contributions. The expected amount available for the remainder of the ConPlan is 2x more years of the expected grant allocation. Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1694 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 24 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 Collier County utilizes federal HUD funds to leverage a combination of public and private funding to conduct activities identified in this plan. The County will continue to research opportunities to apply for additional funding streams that are consistent with the goals of the Consolidated Plan. Infrastructure improvement projects capitalize on the ongoing revitalization efforts in the Immokalee CRA. These areas were designated by the Collier County Board of Commissioners to boost the local economy and uplift surrounding communities. Additionally, the County works with several nonprofit organizations by granting funding for facility improvements and services. These grant funds are leveraged by private donations and other resources to provide services to clients or residents of Collier County. State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) funding is a major resource leveraged due to the County’s entitlement status as a federal CDBG recipient. The County anticipates it will receive an estimated $4,600,000 in SHIP funds. These funds are provided to eligible local governments to help develop and preserve affordable homeowner and multi-unit housing for LMI residents. The HOME program requires a 25% match of the total amount of funds drawn down during the federal fiscal year. Collier County HOME subrecipients are required to submit a match log that identifies the sources of match funds for each fiscal year. Match funds can be derived from various sources to include: the value of sponsorships from local businesses; waived County fees; donated land or improvements; volunteer hours; donated materials; or by other eligible methods as provided in the HOME regulations. When necessary, the County also uses its SHIP funding to match HOME funds. Historically, match amounts for HOME subrecipients have far exceeded the 25% annual contribution requirements stipulated by HOME program regulations. The ESG program requires a 100% match for the total amount of funds drawn down during the federal fiscal year. Collier County requires all ESG subrecipients to provide a dollar-for-dollar match. Acceptable match can be from calculating the value of volunteer hours, private donations, salary not covered by ESG, other grant funding, in-kind donations, or by other eligible methods as provided in the ESG regulations. The County also provides match support for the ESG program from the general fund. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1695 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 25 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 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 County has a history of utilizing public property for affordable housing. The County is continually looking at what its inventory for what can be utilized for affordable housing development, as well as land owned by other public agencies, to determine whether certain properties are well suited for affordable housing. Currently one property is under development for low-income affordable housing in the County. The project at the Bembridge (Harmony) property is currently under development with anticipated delivery of available units by late 2023. The Harmony, as it is called by McDowell Housing Partners, LLC, the developer of the project, will provide 82 units of family housing with 100% of the units being rent and income restricted at 80% of the area median income and below. Another parcel of property currently undergoing redevelopment known as the Golden Gate Golf Course project, will feature two phases of housing with a minimum of 350 units of affordable housing. Similar to the project described above, the County will retain ownership of the land and enter into a long-term ground lease with the developer of the property to ensure affordability for 99 years. Commencement of construction for the first phase is currently estimated for 4th Quarter of 2023. The Collier County Board of Commissioners is currently undertaking efforts to identify other county owned land that may be considered for future affordable housing development. This includes a $20 million dollar surtax project for affordable housing, which the County is currently accepting developer applications for affordable housing developments. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1696 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 26 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Annual Goals and Objectives AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives Goals Summary Information Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 1 Support New Construction, Rehab/Acquisition Rental 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability CDBG: $1,550,000 Rental units rehabilitated: 30 Household Housing Units Rental units acquired: 2 Household Housing Units 2 New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acq Homeownership 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $662,937 Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 7 Households Assisted 3 CHDO 2021 2025 Affordable Housing Countywide Housing Affordability HOME: $126,742 Rental units constructed: 2 Household Housing Unit 4 Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless 2021 2025 Homeless Countywide Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention ESG: $195,669 Homeless Person Overnight Shelter: 300 Persons Assisted Tenant-based rental assistance / Rapid Rehousing: 5 Households Assisted 5 Improve Public and Other Facilities 2021 2025 Non-Housing Community Development Countywide Public Facilities CDBG: $998,869 (includes unallocated) Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 10,000 Persons Assisted 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1697 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 27 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 6 Provide Public Services 2021 2025 Non-Housing Community Development Countywide Public Services CDBG: $130,000 Public service activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 40 Persons Assisted 7 Administration & Planning 2021 2025 Administration Countywide Program Administration and Planning CDBG: $520,726 HOME: $87,652 ESG: $15,865 Other: 3 Other Table 6 – Goals Summary 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1698 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 28 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Goal Descriptions 1 Goal Name Support New Construction, Rehab/Acquisition Rental Goal Description Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for rental housing. 2 Goal Name New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acq Homeownership Goal Description Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, direct financial assistance, or acquisition of affordable housing for homeownership. 3 Goal Name CHDO Goal Description Funds will be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or acquisition of affordable housing for housing developed by a CHDO. 4 Goal Name Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless Goal Description Funds will be used to provide emergency shelter services and permanent housing for homeless and at risk of homeless persons. 5 Goal Name Improve Public and Other Facilities Goal Description Funds will be used to improve public facilities in low-income areas and include improvements to neighborhood facilities, community centers, and parks/recreational facilities. 6 Goal Name Provide Public Services Goal Description Funds will be used to provide services to low-income persons and special needs groups such as persons with a disability. These activities will target populations with high needs. 7 Goal Name Administration & Planning Goal Description Administration and Planning for the CDBG, HOME and ESG Programs 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1699 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 29 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Projects AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) Introduction For PY 2023, Collier County will fund a total of 8 projects under the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs, identified below with additional details provided in Section AP-38. CDBG projects include public services, public facility, and public infrastructure improvements. CDBG has a grant cap of 20% for administration and 15% for public services. Under the HOME program, the County will fund housing construction, CHDO operations, acquisition, home buyer and/or rehabilitation of affordable housing and a tenant-based rental assistance program. HOME has a grant cap of 10% for administration and 15% reserved for CHDO activities. ESG activities include emergency shelter operations support, rapid re-housing, HMIS system support, and administration which has a grant cap of 7.5%. Projects # Project Name 1 CDBG: Administration & Planning 2 CDBG: Public Services 3 CDBG: Rental Acquisition 4 CDBG: Rental Rehab 5 CDBG: Public Facilities & Infrastructure 6 HOME: Administration & Planning 7 HOME: CHDO Set-Aside 15% 8 HOME: Non-CHDO Housing Development 9 ESG23 Collier County Homeless Programs Table 7 - Project Information Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs The County has pursued a variety of strategies to impact the identified needs of the community. The primary obstacle to meeting the underserved needs is the lack of sufficient financial resources. Annually several proposals may be unfunded or receive only partial funding due to lack of available resources. Allocation priorities for the PY 2023 Action Plan are consistent with those outlined in the Strategic Plan portion of the County’s 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan. The priorities were identified through a review of market conditions as well as a needs assessment that analyzed affordable housing, special need housing, homeless, and non-housing community development needs in Collier County. Substantial participation by 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1700 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 30 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) residents, local and regional organizations, and other stakeholders also informed these priorities. The Needs Assessment conducted as part of the Consolidated Planning process identified affordable owner and rental housing as a top need in Collier County as cost burden was the primary housing problem. Housing affordability was also the most common issue identified by interviewees and community meeting participants throughout the county, including in Naples and Immokalee. Further, according to Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data, about 19% of all households in the county spend more than 30% of their income on housing. For LMI households, about 75% of renters and 65% of owners spend over 30% of income on housing. The County made its funding decisions for this AAP based on need, geographic priorities, and opportunities to work with subrecipients and other partners that contribute additional resources to leverage federal funds. As mentioned above, the primary obstacle to addressing underserved needs is the shortage of financial resources to address Collier County’s priorities. In the event of natural disasters, pandemics, and other worldwide crisis events (natural or manmade), the County may substantially amend the projects in this Plan to meet the immediate needs of the community. It is the responsibility of the County to plan ahead and be disaster prepared. For example, in the event of hurricanes the County may reprioritize from normal activities to focus on infrastructure and facilities improvements, or increase public services, where allowable, in the case of a pandemic or other natural disaster. Under the State SHIP program, the County has an existing Disaster Assistance Strategy that goes into effect when a disaster declaration has been declared by the President or the Governor. Collier County will also take advantage of federal waivers that may be issued in the event of declared disasters. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1701 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 31 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-38 Project Summary Project Summary Information 1 Project Name CDBG: Administration & Planning Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Administration & Planning New Construction, Rehab/Acquisition Rental Improve Public and Other Facilities Provide Public Services Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Public Facilities Public Infrastructure Improvements Public Services Program Administration and Planning Funding CDBG: $520,726 Description The Collier County Division of Community and Human Services will provide management and oversight of the CDBG program, conduct fair housing activities, and perform all allowable and eligible administrative activities. The County will also take part in planning for disaster preparedness in the case of natural disasters, pandemics, and other crisis events. Target Date 9/30/2024 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities N/A Location Description Countywide Planned Activities CDBG Program Administration (21A) 2 Project Name CDBG: Public Services Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Provide Public Services Needs Addressed Public Services Funding CDBG: $130,000 Description The County will provide funding for public services that benefit LMI persons and special needs groups. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1702 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 32 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Target Date 9/30/2024 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public service activities for Low/Moderate Income : 40 Persons Assisted Location Description Countywide, eligible Planned Activities Planned public service activities include: Sunrise Community Southwest Florida (05B): $130,000 3 Project Name CDBG: Rental Acquisition Target Area Countywide Goals Supported New Construction, Rehab/Acquisition Rental Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Funding CDBG: $1,000,000 Description The County will fund the acquisition of affordable multi-family housing units for the Collier County Housing Authority. Target Date 9/30/2024 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Rental units acquired: 2 Household Housing Unit Location Description Countywide Planned Activities Planned public service activities include: Collier County Housing Authority, Acquisition of affordable rental housing units (01): $1,000,000 4 Project Name CDBG: Rental Rehab Target Area Countywide Goals Supported New Construction, Rehab/Acquisition Rental Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Funding CDBG: $550,000 Description The County will provide funding to assist the Collier County Housing Authority with multi-family housing rehabilitation. Specific rehab activities to be made are HVAC improvements. Target Date 9/30/2024 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1703 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 33 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Rental units rehabilitated: 30 Household Housing Unit Location Description Countywide Planned Activities Planned public service activities include: Collier County Housing Authority, HVAC installation (14C): $550,000 5 Project Name CDBG: Public Facilities & Infrastructure Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Improve Public and Other Facilities Needs Addressed Public Facilities Funding CDBG: $998,869 Description The County will provide funding to improve public facilities that serve low- and moderate-income persons and the special needs population in low/mod areas. Target Date 9/30/2024 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility Activities: 10,000 Persons Assisted Location Description Countywide, low/mod areas Planned Activities Planned activities include: Public Improvements - funding will be allocated towards eligible projects such as improvements to neighborhood facilities (03E): $574,962 Unallocated: $423,907 6 Project Name HOME: Administration & Planning Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Administration & Planning New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acq Homeownership Needs Addressed Program Administration and Planning Housing Affordability Funding HOME: $87,652 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1704 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 34 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Description The Collier County Community and Human Services Division will provide management and oversight of the HOME Program. This will include all eligible and allowable admin activities. Target Date 9/30/2024 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities N/A Location Description Countywide Planned Activities HOME Program Administration 7 Project Name HOME: CHDO Set-Aside 15% Target Area Countywide Goals Supported CHDO Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Funding HOME: $126,742 Description The county will support CHDO housing development activities. Target Date 9/30/2024 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Rental units constructed: TBD Location Description Countywide Planned Activities CHDO affordable housing development activities: $126,742 8 Project Name HOME: Non-CHDO Housing Development Target Area Countywide Goals Supported New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acq Homeownership Needs Addressed Housing Affordability Funding HOME: $662,937 Description The County will fund non-CHDO housing development activities that will benefit low- to moderate-income households. This will include new affordable housing development and down-payment assistance for eligible homebuyers. Target Date 9/30/2024 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1705 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 35 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Homeowner Housing Added: TBD Household Housing Unit Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 7 Households Assisted Location Description Countywide, eligible. Planned Activities Planned activities include: Non-CHDO HOME affordable housing development activities: $662,937 9 Project Name ESG23 Collier County Homeless Programs Target Area Countywide Goals Supported Administration & Planning Services for the Homeless: Rapid Rehousing and Homeless Prevention and Case Management Shelter Operations HMIS Support Needs Addressed Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention Program Administration and Planning Funding ESG: $211,534 Description The County will fund activities that support shelter operations and services for victims of domestic violence and homeless youth, support HMIS data collection with the CoC, and provide rapid re-housing for homeless households or those at risk of homelessness, including medium -term rental assistance, security and utility deposits, and rental application fees. Costs include all allowable/eligible activities for admin. ESG administration has a grant cap 7.5%. Target Date 9/30/2024 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Homeless Person Overnight Shelter: 300 Persons Assisted Rapid Rehousing and Homeless Prevention: 5 Households Assisted Location Description Countywide 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1706 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 36 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Planned Activities Planned activities include: ESG Admin (7.5%): $15,865 The Shelter for Women & Children, Emergency Shelter Operations, 300 persons assisted Collier County Homeless Prevention (RRH) and Homeless Prevention: $26,584 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1707 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 37 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 Collier County is an urban county that relies on widely accepted data such as American Community Survey (ACS), HUD low and moderate-income summary data (LMISD), and Federal Financial Institutions Examinations Council (FFIEC) data to determine areas throughout the community with concentrations of low and moderate-income communities. Program resources are allocated County-wide based on low-mod areas which often coincide with areas of minority concentration. Over the next year, the County intends to utilize CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds in unincorporated parts of the County and the City of Naples. Marco Island, an incorporated city within the County, opted out of participation in 2012. Geographic Distribution Target Area Percentage of Funds Countywide 100 Table 8 - Geographic Distribution Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically Collier County targets resources in low-moderate income census block groups to meet regulatory requirements for CDBG grant funds and to target areas with the highest level of needs. Maps provided in the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan show Collier County block groups where 51% or more of the population have incomes at or below 80% of the area median income. These areas are considered “target areas” for use of HUD grant funds for area improvements, such as public infrastructure or facility improvements. To determine these block groups the County will use HUD CDBG Low Mod Income Summary Data (LMISD), which has redefined the eligible tracts within the jurisdiction. The identified block group tracts within the County that are considered low-moderate income can be found on the HUD Exchange website at: https://www.hudexchange.info/programs/acs-low-mod-summary-data/ HUD funds may also be spent outside of these targeted areas, as long as they provide services, affordable housing, or other benefits directly for low- and moderate-income households or special needs populations. The 2017 Tax Cut and Jobs Act established the Opportunity Zone program. Opportunity zones are low- income census tracts nominated by the Governor of the state to spur private investment for economic development and job creation in the designated tracts. Collier County has five census tracts that are certified by the State as Opportunity Zones (census tracts 104.11, 108.02, 112.05, 113.01, and 114). HUD encouraged grantees to consider using their CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds for eligible activities in Opportunity Zones in CPD-19-01: Guidance on Submitting Consolidated Plans and Annual Action Plans. The County's Opportunity Zones overlap with census tracts within two of the CDBG target areas. The 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1708 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 38 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) County anticipates funding public facility projects in these census tract target areas throughout the five year Consolidated Planning period. As the Opportunity Zone program regulations are finalized, the County will explore how the CPD funds can be used to leverage Opportunity Zone funding to these areas. Discussion N/A 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1709 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 39 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Affordable Housing AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) Introduction The need for affordable rental and homeownership housing was a common theme heard during the Consolidated Plan development process. The greatest need is among renters with very low incomes, large families, immigrant families, and residents with disabilities. Housing for people who are homeless and homelessness prevention was also identified as a priority need. To address these needs, the County will use CDBG and HOME funds to support new affordable units through acquisition, home ownership opportunities and provide rental development and rehab activities. ESG funds will support homeless or at-risk of homeless households with rental assistance. Goals for the number of households to be supported in PY 2023 are provided below. Please note these are goal estimates. One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless 5 Non-Homeless 37 Special-Needs 0 Total 42 Table 9 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance 5 The Production of New Units 7 Rehab of Existing Units 30 Acquisition of Existing Units 0 Total 42 Table 10 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type Discussion During PY 2023, the County anticipates supporting a total of 42 households, including: Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 7 Households Assisted Homeowner Housing Added: TBD Household Housing Unit (Not included in the table above) Rental units rehabilitated: 30 Household Housing Unit 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1710 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 40 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Rental units constructed (CHDO): TBD Household Housing Unit (Not included in the table above) ESG Rapid Rehousing and Homeless Prevention: 5 Households Assisted Though the County has not recently funded affordable housing for special needs population using CDBG and HOME, it is anticipated that the funds expended through the County’s housing programs will benefit persons with special needs because there is often an overlap between the population needing affordable housing and those who are special needs. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1711 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 41 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) Introduction The Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) is an independent authority established under state law and is separate from the general control of the County. The mission of the CCHA is to offer a choice of decent, safe, and diverse affordable housing, with opportunities for low-income households to achieve economic independence in living environments free from discrimination. The CCHA operates no HUD-funded public housing units and is not required by a Section 504 Voluntary Compliance Agreement to increase the number of accessible units. The CCHA manages Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, the low-income and farm labor housing at Farm Worker Village, farm labor housing at Collier Village, a 192-bed dormitory called Horizon Village, and some scattered site housing. Farm Worker Village is a multi-family low-income and farm labor housing development in Immokalee built under the USDA 514/516 Program. The development includes 176 total acres with 591 housing units, ranging from single-family homes to duplexes and quadraplexes. Farm Worker Village has a main office, convenience store, laundromat, community center, playground, and two daycare centers. Horizon Village offers 192 beds for unaccompanied migrants and seasonal farmworkers in dormitory-style efficiency units, each with space for eight people, a common kitchen area with appliances, and two bathrooms. A meeting room is available to provide social and educational programs. The CCHA also administers approximately 440 Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers. Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing The CCHA has been awarded CDBG funds through the Collier County Community and Human Services Division to acquire multi-family units in the Naples area to rent to low-income families at affordable rent- rates and to install HVAC systems in Farm Workers Village. By acquiring housing units that can be rented to low-income households, CCHA will be able to address the housing needs of extremely low, very low, low and moderate-income households. The Rental Acquisition Program seeks to further the goal of the 20/20 Vision: A Clear View of Housing for All Members of Collier County, to build on the recommendations of the Emergent Community Solutions study, and fill a community need by providing affordable housing opportunities and connecting clients with supportive services to help improve and stabilize their lives. Other organizations in Collier County offer temporary rental assistance, but it is typically limited to one to three months. For a person or household in crisis who have lost their home or are in danger of losing it, three months of assistance is typically not sufficient to help them get back on track and get their living situation stabilized. Rather, long term help is needed along with connections to other agencies to address other situations such as health problems, mental health, 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1712 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 42 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) unemployment, etc. The Farmworker Village project will provide HVAC to 30 units. The installation of efficient HVAC systems in the FWV housing units will not only improve the comfort of the families that currently reside in the units, but it will also extend the property's service life to meet the needs of low-income households that cannot otherwise qualify or have the financial means to live in market rate properties. The Housing Authority proposes to address these issues to ensure that these affordable housing units can maintain a vital role in the community for decades to come. Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership The CCHA sponsors and supports self-sufficiency programs focused at helping their residents improve their economic situation and quality of life. The programs, Resident Opportunities and Self-Sufficiency (ROSS) and Family Self-Sufficiency (FSS), are voluntary self-sufficiency programs that provide participating families the opportunity to identify needs, improve skill sets, and work towards life goals, economic independence, and housing self-sufficiency programs provide families with: • A plan specifically tailored to their family or individual goals including the goal for homeownership. • A link to community organizations geared towards education, job training and placement programs, computer and financial literacy, and increased self-sufficiency. • An advocate and supporter to help residents work through barriers preventing self-sufficiency. The CCHA has a Section 8 Advisory Board. Interested voucher holders are encouraged to join, which gives them a formal opportunity to offer input on the voucher program to CCHA. The Board reviews CCHA’s PHA plans and the agency’s progress toward its goals. If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance The Collier County Housing Authority is not designated as troubled and is considered a high performer. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1713 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 43 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) Introduction Collier County has identified increasing housing options for residents who are homeless and at risk of homelessness as a strategic priority. Long-term objectives include supporting emergency housing and supportive services, and the implementation of a coordinated entry system. Collier County will utilize ESG funding for Emergency Shelter, Homelessness Prevention, Rapid Re-Housing, HMIS administration, and ESG program administration. Funding for these programs is intended to benefit homeless persons and those at risk of homelessness. Projects selected for funding are designed to help shorten the period the client experiences homelessness, improve their ability to secure stable housing, and prevent recurrent homeless episodes. Programs are designed to connect clients with the services necessary and rapidly to ensure they move from emergency shelter to transitional or permanent housing. 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 Collier County participates in and works closely with the Hunger and Homeless Coalition (HHC), the lead agency of the Continuum of Care (CoC). A primary means by which the County reaches out to homeless persons, identifies individual needs, and understands the landscape of homelessness in the region, is through efficient data collection and analysis through the HMIS system. ESG funds support HMIS data operations and ensure accurate tracking and reporting of the homeless population in Collier County. Collier County funds subrecipients that administer homelessness projects under the ESG program. They work to build trusting relationships with homeless persons living on the streets and in shelters as well as at-risk populations to remain stably housed. The subrecipients perform assessments for homeless persons and those at risk of homelessness to link them to shelter and other supportive services that are appropriate to meet their needs. All subrecipients funded through Collier County ESG will participate in coordinated entry. These organizations provide emergency shelter, rental and utility assistance, food and clothing, and other homeless services to individuals, families with children, veterans, unaccompanied youth, and including persons with HIV. Collier County also participates in the Hunger & Homeless Coalition’s annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count Survey. The PIT is a snapshot of the homeless population on any given night, typically in the last week of January each year. The survey results help to show the current state of homelessness in the County and identifies which homeless subgroups (chronic, veterans, unaccompanied youth etc.) are in need of assistance. The County also funds the Hunger & Homeless Coalition for HMIS activities, which will ultimately help the CoC better assess the needs of homeless persons in Collier County through efficient 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1714 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 44 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) data collection. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Collier County currently awards its ESG entitlement funds to subrecipients for the operation of emergency shelters, financial assistance through rapid re-housing to become stably housed, and homeless prevention programs to serve individuals and families avoid homelessness. Some emergency shelters and homeless prevention programs are designed to focus their services to the needs of specific populations such as families, victims of domestic violence, human trafficking victims, persons being evicted, and persons with severe mental health disorders or substance abuse histories. The County will provide ESG funding to the Shelter for Abused Women & Children to support operations of the Shelter’s emergency shelter and outreach services in Naples. The Shelter's 60-bed emergency shelter addresses Collier County's priority to serve homeless individuals. The Shelter seeks to address this need in the community by providing emergency shelter that is available day and night, 365 days per year for homeless victims of domestic violence and human trafficking. In addition to its emergency shelter in Naples, The Shelter offers vital services that are free of charge to assist survivors in becoming safe and independent including wrap-around outreach services and educational programs. As the only state certified domestic violence center in Collier County, The Shelter offers unduplicated services that are not offered by any other agency in the community. These services are vital to helping survivors attain immediate safety from their abusers. Achieving immediate safety is the first step to moving forward and achieving independence, which eventually benefits the entire community. In response to the HEARTH Act and 24 CFR part 576, Collier County, in collaboration with its subrecipients is working to prevent homelessness by helping families remain within their communities and retain their current permanent housing or diverting people to permanent housing solutions. The first step in this process was to streamline the intake of homeless families seeking emergency shelter. The improved coordination has resulted in more families being diverted away from homelessness and more families exiting homelessness and being rapidly re-housed in permanent housing. Other than the funds available through this process, emergency shelter and transitional housing needs may be addressed through grant funding opportunities, such as the competitive Continuum of Care process, or through other state or local funding streams. 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 Collier County will continue to administer the ESG grant funds and oversee activities that benefit homeless 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1715 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 45 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) individuals and families make the transition from homelessness to permanent housing and an independent living situation. To address this, the County will support rapid re-housing activities that will house individuals and families quickly and provide a stable environment for them to be able to pursue employment and stable education for families with children. SHIP funds also help to increase the supply of affordable housing through activities such as housing rehab, rental assistance, and homebuyer assistance. Increasing the affordable housing stock in Collier County will help to provide permanent housing for homeless individuals and families seeking stable housing. The County coordinates with the Collier County Veteran’s Service Division to provide services to Veterans to assist them in accessing benefits from the Veteran’s Administration Department. Local Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (VASH) vouchers are provided through a regional partnership with the Housing Authority of the City of Fort Myers. The VASH program combines HUD’s Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) rental assistance for homeless Veterans with case management and clinical services provided by the Department of Veterans Affairs. Collier County currently has several Veterans receiving rental assistance which helps their homes remain affordable and prevents homelessness. The County’s Social Services/Seniors Section continues to provide prescription and medical assistance and referral services for citizens and seniors. Assistance helps reduce monthly expenditures making housing costs more affordable for individuals and seniors on fixed incomes and helping to reduce homelessness. Collier County encourages collaboration with organizations to transition as many people as possible into permanent housing as quickly as possible. Some families or individuals may require only limited assistance for a short period of time, such as emergency food and shelter -- until a first paycheck is received or a medical emergency has passed. Others, however, require more comprehensive and long-term assistance, such as transitional housing with supportive services and job training. Due to limited resources, it is important for agencies to eliminate duplication of effort by local agencies, both in intake and assessment procedures, and in subsequent housing and supportive services. The Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) is continuously improved with common intake forms, shared data, effective assessment instruments and procedures, and on-going coordination of assistance among community organizations. 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. Collier County and the Hunger & Homeless Coalition recognize the need to support individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially those who are being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care. Helping these individuals and families leaving these systems of care with housing support and prevention services immediately will help to end chronic homelessness. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1716 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 46 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) ESG funds will be allocated to the Shelter for Abused Women and Children for operating costs of the homeless domestic violence shelters to assist adults and children fleeing from domestic violence. A variety of services are offered including the Children’s Protection Investigations Program, the Community Education Program, Collier County Jail Group, youth services and Rapid Rehousing. More details on these programs and others offered by the agency, can be found on their website at: https://naplesshelter.org/programs/. The Collier County Sheriff’s Office offers reintegration services through the Collier County Jail. Reintegration Specialists meet with inmates one-on-one to ask them a series of questions to help assess their needs properly. During this interaction, staff get a detailed look at what the inmate's basic needs are and can assist them in meeting those needs by linking them with community partners. This ensures they have the best chance of success after release. Inmates can also be referred to some of the Inmate Programs that might fit their immediate needs while in jail. In addition to the one-on-one assistance, the Collier County Jail also has self-help programs on its Mobile Kiosks that assist inmates in areas of education, recovery, life skills and faith-based material. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1717 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 47 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) Introduction: The inventory of affordable housing in Collier County is not sufficient to meet the demand for affordable units. One of the primary challenges to creating and preserving affordable housing in Collier County is that household income is failing to keep up with rising housing costs. The local economy is focused on retail, hospitality, services, and agriculture; however, high housing costs have priced out much of the workforce needed for the county to function. 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 Collier County faces a burgeoning issue in trying to identify, quantify and qualify new and existing affordable housing units. With a wider range of housing options, Collier County would be better equipped to tackle the affordable housing problem. The effort requires comprehensive strategies and a variety of tools that can be used alone or in combination to reduce costs and increase availability. During this consolidated plan period, Collier County will continue to Review and Revise the Land Development Code which, if done well will make it easier to implement necessary changes to encourage housing affordability. The current Land Development Code (LDC) does not consistently support and encourage growth in already existing urbanized areas of the county (those areas generally west of Collier Parkway). Many of the LDC’s ordinances are geared toward large-scale, planned-unit developments (PUDs) on greenfield sites. Conversely, smaller-scale redevelopment and infill sites in already developed areas of the County are challenging to consolidate, may need to address adjacent uses and neighborhood concerns, and often require additional density to make them financially feasible. Collier County may also consider reducing parking standards to achieve affordability, permitting guest houses as accessory dwelling rental unit, encouraging smart-site infrastructure, and identify strategic opportunity sites. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1718 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 48 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) Introduction: In addition to the programs and activities described in the prior sections of this plan, the County and its subrecipients intend to undertake a number of other actions to address housing and community development needs in Collier County. These other actions include plans to address the obstacles in meeting underserved needs; efforts to foster and maintain affordable housing; efforts to reduce the hazards of lead-based paint in housing; efforts to reduce the number of poverty-level households; and improvements to the institutional delivery structure to address any gaps or weaknesses identified in the plan. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs The Collier County Community and Human Services Division provides the following services through its Social Services Program: Medication: This service provides assistance with medications prescribed by a physician to individuals at 150% poverty level or below, and assistance for elders and individuals considered disabled on Social Security who are 150% poverty level and below. Nutrition Services: this service provides both home delivered and congregate meal services. The County operates 4 meal sites and has placed them strategically in LMI areas and conveniently located on transit lines to allow ease of access. In PY 23 Collier County will be moving one of its locations into a low income senior rental housing complex to increase access to healthy nutrition for low-income seniors. Temporary Shelter Assistance: This service provides short-term rental assistance for individuals with no income, who are temporarily disabled, where eviction is imminent and have been denied services from other Collier County agencies. Nursing Home / Hospital Care: Mandated by Florida Statute, this service provides payment for Collier County residents living in skilled nursing homes who are Medicaid recipients as determined by the Department of Children and Families. The payment is $55 per month. In addition, this service provides payment for Collier County citizens who receive Medicaid benefits and who are hospitalized. This service pays 35% of the per diem rate for the 11th through 45th days of the individual's stay. Health Care Responsibility Act (HCRA): Mandated by Florida statute, this service provides for payment to hospitals where indigent residents of Collier County who are treated at another hospital in the state. The treating hospital must apply for assistance to determine eligibility. Burial and Cremation: Mandated by Florida Statute this service is provided to deceased Collier County residents who have no other resources to pay for arrangements. This service includes burial at Lake 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1719 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 49 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Trafford Cemetery. Child Protection Services: Mandated, by Florida Statute, this service provides payment for the initial examination of children who have been abused or where abuse is suspected. This service is provided by a contract with the Child Protection Team. Collier County will collaborate with community leaders, stakeholders, and local nonprofit agencies to help remove obstacles to better meet the needs of the underserved population and improve service delivery. Through a coordinated effort with a variety of service providers, the County will be better able to identify needs and reduce any gaps in services. The County relies on nonprofit agencies to provide social services, disseminate news and information, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs. Collier County will also support the expansion of HMIS technology beyond homeless service providers as a way to link the various categories of services provided by our partner nonprofit organizations and standardize performance measures. The County will also review and analyze the work of its various departments and divisions to find opportunities for collaboration between similar programs. Program staff will also ensure that all fair housing education materials are current and compliant with the Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing Final Rule. As limited funding is also an obstacle to meeting underserved needs, the County is continually looking for additional funding to address these needs. The County has ongoing State SHIP funds to address affordable housing, and has received Criminal Justice, Mental Health, and Substance Abuse grants from the State and Drug Court funding from the Department of Justice. In PY 2023, CHS staff will continue exploring new grant opportunities using grants.gov and other sources and develop partnerships with local agencies as needed to make grant applications. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing Collier County will actively work to address the need for more decent and affordable housing by continuing to prioritize the investment of funds into all its housing programs. In the interest of developing and preserving affordable housing, the County will continue to support the use of HOME program funds for activities such as: down-payment assistance, land acquisition, and single/multifamily acquisitions and rehabilitation. To promote fair housing choice, the County will encourage and support fair housing rights for all and provide program funds to conduct outreach and education regarding the Fair Housing Law act of 1968. Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards Collier County will continue to implement countermeasures to reduce lead-based paint hazards by abating or removing lead-based paint hazards found in existing housing built prior to 1978. Individuals who reside 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1720 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 50 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) in properties built prior to 1978 and receive assistance through CDBG, ESG, or HOME grant programs are required to be inspected for lead-based paint hazards. These inspections are completed by a HUD Certified Inspector in accordance with HUD and Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) guidelines. Collier County also educates the public on the hazards of lead-based paint and how to protect children and the elderly. In response to lead-based paint hazards and the limited resources available, the County has planned a steady, long-term response in accordance with Federal lead-based paint standards, other applicable federal regulations, and local property standards. Policies and procedures for abatement of lead hazards have been established in Collier County, which include determining cost effectiveness for abatement and procedures for assessing, contracting, and inspecting post-abatement work. The policies and procedures also include preparing work write-ups and costs estimates for all income eligible persons in Collier County with identified lead-based paint hazards. The County’s health department is the lead agency responsible for conducting lead screenings and identifying properties in need of rehabilitation to reduce exposure to lead-based paint. The County will continue to comply with Federal regulations related to lead-based paint, including in CCHA units. Much of Collier County’s housing stock was built between the 1980s and 2000s, and there are very few properties with lead-based paint, however the County will ensure the age of structures when assistance is provided and take any actions needed in cases where lead-based paint hazards may be present. Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families Collier County will continue to increase its efforts to implement anti-poverty strategies for the citizens of Collier. The activities developed in this AAP work directly to reduce the number of poverty level families in the County. The County will strive to increase its efforts in assisting homeowners and renters with housing acquisition and rehabilitation to maintain affordable housing to decrease the financial burden on low-to-moderate-income persons. The County will also make improvements to public facilities and infrastructure, not only to create suitable living areas, but to also attract further public and private investments into low/mod income areas. Finally, the public services supported by the County address specific needs identified by community residents as part of the citizen participation and consultation process. These services will help low-income individuals and families improve their quality of lives. Other actions and strategies planned that the County will employ to reduce the number of poverty-level families: 1. Support the collaborative efforts of the service providers in Collier County to attract new business and industry to Collier. 2. Support the efforts of the Chamber of Commerce to target certain segments of the economy for business development/job creation. 3. Encourage nonprofit organizations to expand housing development programs to incorporate job- training opportunities as a part of their operations. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1721 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 51 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 4. Promote the use of referral services for the existing Human Service Centers which involves a partnership with many human service agencies, including job referrals. 5. Work to develop a CHDO to meet the requirements of the designation in order to develop affordable housing for low/moderate income persons. 6. Participate in the development of a regional social service collaborative to coordinate the work of social service organizations, disseminate news and information, eliminate duplication of efforts, and spearhead community-wide solutions to local needs. 7. Use enhanced accomplishment data as a criterion in the evaluation of applications for ESG funding. 8. Support any expansion of local transit service and/or for express transit service. Through the initiatives described above, and in cooperation with the agencies and nonprofit organizations noted, the County’s Community and Human Services Division will continue to assist low- and moderate- income persons of Collier County through the Consolidated Plan period. Actions planned to develop institutional structure The Collier County Community and Human Services Division (CHS) administers, plans, and manages all facets of the HUD grants for Collier County to ensure that all aspects of the grant programs perform in a concerted manner. CHS will work as the housing and community development liaison between the county, local public housing, participating cities, state agencies, and nonprofit and community-based organizations. Collier County recognizes the need to maintain a high level of coordination on projects involving other departments and/or nonprofit organizations. This collaboration guarantees an efficient use of resources with maximum output in the form of accomplishments. Collier County’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) represents the most substantial partnership designed to develop institutional structure to address affordable housing challenges. AHAC is composed of representatives from the residential home building, banking/ mortgage lending, labor, low- income advocacy, social service, real estate, employer, and local planning industries. These representatives serve as an informed body of experts with unique perspectives on the local landscape of affordable housing needs and market dynamics in Collier County. Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies The County will work to foster collaboration through dissemination of services, news, and information across social service organizations, subcontractors, and public and private entities. One way the County will accomplish this is through subrecipient meetings that bring together affordable housing developers and social service agencies. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1722 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 52 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The County will encourage community-based solutions and regional partnerships and will continue to support and participate in the CoC, whose membership includes both affordable housing and social service agencies. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1723 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 53 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Program Specific Requirements AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) Introduction: This section provides information required by regulations governing the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) program, and the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) program. Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(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 of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 29,000 2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan. 0 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 use has not been included in a prior statement or plan 0 5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 0 Total Program Income: 29,000 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. 100.00% 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1724 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 54 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(2) 1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section 92.205 is as follows: Not applicable. Collier County does not anticipate using any other forms of investment beyond those identified in Section 92.205. 2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds when used for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows: The County’s Recapture Provisions permit the original homebuyer to sell the property to any willing buyer, at any price the market will bear, during the period of affordability while the County is able to recapture all, or a portion of the HOME-assistance provided to the original homebuyer. Collier County utilizes a recapture policy in compliance of 24 CFR 92.254. The affordability period is determined based upon the amount of HOME Investment Partnerships Program funds invested into an individual project. HOME Regulations set three minimum tiers of affordability periods. When a homeowner chooses to sell or use the property for non-eligible HOME Program activities during the Period of Affordability, the full amount of the HOME Program Direct Subsidy shall be recaptured and repaid to Collier County provided that net proceeds are sufficient. If net proceeds are insufficient to repay the total HOME investment due, only the actual net proceeds will be recaptured. In the event that net proceeds are zero (as is usually the case with foreclosure), the recapture provision still applies. Recaptured funds shall be returned to the Collier County to reinvest in other affordable housing projects for low- to moderate-income persons. The County’s Resale Provisions shall ensure that, when a HOME-assisted homebuyer sells or otherwise transfers his or her property, either voluntarily or involuntarily, during the affordability period: 1) The property is sold to another low-income homebuyer who will use the property as his or her principal residence. 2) The original homebuyer receives a fair return on investment, (i.e., the homebuyer’s down payment plus capital improvements made to the house); and 3) The property is sold at a price that is “affordable for a reasonable range of low-income buyers.” The County’s Recapture and Resale Provisions are included in full in the Appendix. 3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1725 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 55 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) acquired with HOME funds? See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows: Development Subsidy – a development subsidy is defined as financial assistance provided by the County to offset the difference between the total cost of producing a housing unit and the fair market value of the unit. When provided independently and absent any additional subsidy that could be classified a direct subsidy, development subsidy triggers resale. Direct Subsidy – a direct subsidy is defined as financial assistance provided by the County that reduces the purchase price for a homebuyer below market value or otherwise subsidizes the homebuyer [i.e., down-payment loan, purchase financing, assistance to CHDO to develop and sell unit below market or closing cost assistance]. A direct subsidy triggers recapture. Net Proceeds – the sales price minus superior loan repayment (other than HOME funds) and any closing costs. The County’s Recapture and Resale Provisions are included in full in the Appendix. 4. Plans for using HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing that is rehabilitated with HOME funds along with a description of the refinancing guidelines required that will be used under 24 CFR 92.206(b), are as follows: Not applicable. Collier County has no plans to use HOME funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing rehabilitated with HOME funds. 5. If applicable to a planned HOME TBRA activity, a description of the preference for persons with special needs or disabilities. (See 24 CFR 92.209(c)(2)(i) and CFR 91.220(l)(2)(vii)). Pursuant to 24 CFR 92.209(c)(2)(i), the County has provided a preference for persons with a special need, which includes the elderly and persons at-risk of homelessness. The County has funded Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA), Hunger and Homelessness Coalition (CCHHC) and ROOF to facilitate TBRA activities. In PY 2023, Collier County does not plan to fund TBRA assistance with FY 2023 HOME funds. 6. If applicable to a planned HOME TBRA activity, a description of how the preference for a specific category of individuals with disabilities (e.g. persons with HIV/AIDS or chronic mental illness) will narrow the gap in benefits and the preference is needed to narrow the gap in benefits and services received by such persons. (See 24 CFR 92.209(c)(2)(ii) and 91.220(l)(2)(vii)). Collier County has provided a preference for the elderly and persons at-risk of homelessness with HOME program funds. HOME funds will provide tenant-based rental assistance for persons who are elderly and those with special needs that are extremely low- and low-Income households and who are also experiencing homelessness or are unstably housed. This preference is needed to narrow the 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1726 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 56 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) gap in benefits for this group as it will prevent homelessness and allow them to be stably housed and continue living independently in place while working towards self-sustainability. 7. If applicable, a description of any preference or limitation for rental housing projects. (See 24 CFR 92.253(d)(3) and CFR 91.220(l)(2)(vii)). Note: Preferences cannot be administered in a manner that limits the opportunities of persons on any basis prohibited by the laws listed under 24 CFR 5.105(a). In accordance with 24 CFR 92.253(d)(3), an owner of the rental housing assisted with HOME funds must comply with the affirmative marketing requirements established by Collier County (PJ) pursuant to 24 CFR 92.351(a). The owner of the rental housing project must adopt and follow written tenant selection policies and criteria, which include that it may give a preference to a particular segment of the population, if permitted in its written agreement with the PJ, such as persons with a disability or other special needs. However; at this time there is no limit to eligibility or preference given to any particular segment of the population with rental housing projects funded by the County’s HOME funds. HOME funds however must target low- to moderate-income households. The County does not discriminate and provides equal access to all eligible households in the HOME program. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1727 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 57 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Reference 91.220(l)(4) 1. Include written standards for providing ESG assistance (may include as attachment) Collier County’s ESG Policy and Procedures Manual is attached as an appendix to this Plan. 2. If the Continuum of Care has established centralized or coordinated assessment system that meets HUD requirements, describe that centralized or coordinated assessment system. Coordinated Entry is a streamlined system designed to efficiently match people experiencing homelessness or those at-risk of homelessness to available housing, shelter, and services. It prioritizes those who are most in need of assistance and provides crucial information that helps the Continuum of Care strategically allocate resources. Anyone seeking homelessness or homelessness prevention services in Collier County will complete a coordinated entry assessment which is subsequently evaluated for services. 3. Identify the process for making sub-awards and describe how the ESG allocation available to private nonprofit organizations (including community and faith-based organizations). The County provides a competitive process for awarding all entitlement funding. This is widely advertised formally, via email, and at partnership meetings. A review and ranking committee reviews applications for merit and compliance. The CoC is provided an opportunity to support or not support an application. Eventually, the recommended awardees are noted in the Annual Action Plan. All public comment requirements are followed. The Annual Action Plan is presented to the Board of County Commissioners for approval, and then to HUD. The process is as follows: a) Identification of community development issues, needs, and concerns through community meetings and citizen input. b) Formulation of community development goals and preliminary strategies, i.e., staff and citizens. c) Dissemination of Grant Funds information to agencies and individuals d) Submission of Project applications; and e) Project Selection: Review of project applications by review committee ii. Present recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners, Public Hearing and Final Selection sent to HUD The County will directly administer the ESG RUSH grant. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1728 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment) Annual Action Plan 2023 58 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 4. If the jurisdiction is unable to meet the homeless participation requirement in 24 CFR 576.405(a), the jurisdiction must specify its plan for reaching out to and consulting with homeless or formerly homeless individuals in considering policies and funding decisions regarding facilities and services funded under ESG. Collier County meets the homeless participation requirement found in 24 CFR 576.405(a) through the Continuum of Care, which is led by the Collier County Hunger and Homeless Coalition. The CoC comments on funding applications and considers policies regarding homeless facilities and services. Other organizations representing the homeless provided input for the Consolidated Planning process, and a focus group was held at the Shelter for Abused Women and Children to gather input about housing and community development priorities. The County will continue to secure consultation with homeless or formerly homeless individuals, along with local organizations that represent and provide services to the homeless. 5. Describe performance standards for evaluating ESG. Performance standards provide a measure for Collier County to evaluate the effectiveness of each ESG service provider in the areas of: (a) Targeting those who need assistance most; (b) Reducing the number of people living on the streets or in emergency shelters; (c) Reducing the time people spend homeless; and (d) Reducing clients’ housing barriers or housing stability risks. In addition, the County evaluates the success of ESG programs by reviewing Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) data. Sub recipients are required to submit regular reports which are reviewed by staff. These reports are used to ensure ESG compliance with regulations and local written standards as well as confirming that program goals are being met. ESG programs are also subjected to “on-site monitoring.” The County has a Monitoring Group to monitor the ESG programs. This group has participated in over 100 federal grant evaluation designs, evaluation projects, and implementation of evaluation plans. The basis for monitoring is to address findings and provides recommendations for program improvements Collier County will also evaluate each ESG service provider’s performance based on the following standards: a) Subrecipients will develop and adhere to priorities for service delivery by need. b) Subrecipients will assist clients in rapid movement to permanent housing from shelters or from the street. c) Subrecipients will ensure that clients have easy access to services. d) Subrecipients will provide comprehensive case management to address a spectrum of needs for each client. 16.D.4.l Packet Pg. 1729 Attachment: Collier County 2023 AAP FINAL (28829 : CHS - Substantial Amendment)