Agenda 07/08/2025 Item #16D 2 (Resolution, the submission of the required annual planning documents for the PY 2025 One-Year Action Plan to the U.S. (HUD) to continue receiving Community Development Grant)7/8/2025
Item # 16.D.2
ID# 2025-2161
Executive Summary
Recommendation to (1) approve and authorize the submission of the required annual planning documents for the PY
2025 One-Year Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) to continue receiving
Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships and Emergency Solutions Grants Programs
entitlement funds, including the reprogramming of prior year funds and estimated program income; (2) authorize the
required Budget Amendments in the amount of $3,831,052.01 for the HUD PY 2025-2026 budget; (3) approve and
execute the attached Resolution; (4) authorize the Chairman to sign the required SF 424s Applications for Federal
Assistance, Certifications and Assurances upon arrival; (5) authorize the County Manager to execute any associated SF
425’s and any other documents required for grant closeout; (6) authorize transmittal of the PY2025 Annual Action Plan
and planning documents to HUD. (Housing Grant Fund 1835, Home Grant Fund 1848 and Housing Match Fund 1836)
OBJECTIVE: To ensure compliance with federal regulations to allow for the acceptance and use of federal entitlement
funds to benefit the citizens of Collier County and support the County’s strategic plan to promote comprehensive
affordable housing opportunities.
CONSIDERATIONS: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) offers entitlement funds in
three different programs to allow local governments to meet program-specific community needs. Entitlement programs
include Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) which funds a wide variety of projects such as affordable
housing, public services, public infrastructure, public facilities; HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), which funds
housing construction, rehabilitation and acquisition, homebuyer assistance, tenant based rental assistance; and the
Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) which funds homeless programs such as shelter operations, rental assistance, and
street outreach.
In accordance with 24 CFR 91, Collier County is required to submit to HUD a Consolidated Plan every five years,
which serves as the comprehensive housing affordability strategy, community development plan, and submissions for
funding under any of the Community Planning and Development formula grant programs (e.g., CDBG, HOME, ESG).
The Consolidated Plan is implemented through Annual Action Plans, which provide a summary of the activities and
specific federal and non-federal resources that will be used each year to address the priority needs and specific goals
identified in the Consolidated Plan. The Annual Action Plan also serves as Collier County’s application for CDBG,
HOME, and ESG entitlement resources each year.
On June 22, 2021, the Board of County Commissioners (Board) approved the County’s Five-Year Consolidated Plan for
use of entitlement funds for the period of PY 2021-2025 (Agenda Item #16D7). As part of the County’s 5-year
Consolidated Plan, the Community and Human Services (CHS) Division is required to adopt and submit an Annual
Action Plan each year. This is the fifth (5th) year of the Five-Year Consolidated Plan. The Annual Action Plan was
developed in accordance with the County’s Citizen Participation Plan (CPP).
The Annual Action Plan public notice was advertised on May 22, 2025, in the Naples Daily News. A public hearing was
held on June 5, 2025, with a (30) day comment period beginning June 6, 2025 and ending on July 6, 2025. All public
comments received will be incorporated into the Plan for transmittal to HUD and provided to the Board at a future
meeting should any comments be received.
During PY 2025 Collier County anticipates allocating $3,831,052.01 (including program income) in CDBG, HOME,
and ESG funding to address the priority needs and goals identified in the PY 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan. Staff is
seeking authorization for the necessary budget amendments. The official HUD Funding Award Agreements will arrive
later, and the County Manager will need to execute the award agreements on behalf of the County at that time.
This item is consistent with the Collier County strategic plan objective to promote comprehensive affordable housing
opportunities.
FISCAL IMPACT: The 2025 Program Year expected HUD entitlement allocation to Collier County (shown in the
below chart) totals $3,650,406.58, projected program income of $31,571.43 and a match of $149,074.00 for a total of
$3,831,052.01 to allow CHS to administer, implement, and monitor the projects outlined in the PY 2025-2026 Annual
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Action Plan. Costs associated with grant administration and staffing are primarily covered by the entitlement funding,
with a required match contribution for the ESG Program is $149,074.00.
Projects are established as CDBG 33950, HOME 33948, and ESG 33949. Budget Amendments are required for PY25 in
the amount of $2,677,254 for CDBG, $759,078.58 for HOME, and $214,074 for ESG within the Housing Grant Fund
(1835 and 1848). The HOME program requires a twenty-five percent (25%) match obligation, and this will be met
through excess match the County currently has to support County TBRA programs. ESG requires a one-hundred percent
(100%) match of $214,074.00 which will be provided by awarded subrecipients in the amount of $65,000 and a County
cash match amount of $149,074. Budget Amendments are required for PY25 ESG match in the amount of $41,891 from
Reserves to ESG Project 33949 in the current year while the additional match in the amount of $107,183 will be
available within the FY26 Housing Match Fund (1836) reserves funded by the General Fund. A Budget Amendment in
the amount of $107,183 is required in FY26 to appropriate the reserve amount of $107,183 to ESG Project 33949. Each
program includes a set aside administrative budget to be used to support the overall grant administration.
*The ESG Subrecipient will provide a 100% match of their ESG award in the amount of $65,000.00. The remaining
match amount of $149,074.00 will be met through a County Cash match.
**Overall total of $5,327,225.12 less the County Match of $149,074.00, less the prior year funding $1,496,173.11 and
$31,571.43 equals the PY2025 Total Allocation of $3,650,406.58.
GROWTH MANAGEMENT IMPACT: Federal HUD funding assists the County in addressing some of the goals and
objectives of the Housing Element in the Growth Management Plan.
LEGAL CONSIDERATIONS: This item has been reviewed by the County Attorney, is approved as to form and
legality and requires a majority vote for approval. -JAK
RECOMMENDATIONS: To (1) approve and authorize the submission of the required annual planning documents for
the PY 2025 One-Year Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD) to continue
receiving Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investment Partnerships and Emergency Solutions Grants
Programs entitlement funds, including the reprogramming of prior year funds and estimated program income; (2)
authorize the required Budget Amendments in the amount of $3,831,052.01 for the HUD PY 2025-2026 budget; (3)
approve and execute the attached Resolution; (4) authorize the Chairman to sign the required SF 424s Applications for
Federal Assistance, Certifications and Assurances upon arrival; (5) authorize the County Manager to execute any
associated SF 425’s and any other documents required for grant closeout; (6) authorize transmittal of the PY2025
Annual Action Plan and planning documents to HUD. (Housing Grant Fund 1835, 1848 and Housing Match Fund 1836)
PREPARED BY: Tracey Smith, Grants Coordinator II, Community and Human Services Division
ATTACHMENTS:
1. PY2025 AAP Resolution
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2. SF-424 B-25-UC-12-0016 CDBG
3. SF-424 M-25-UC-12-0217 HOME
4. SF-424 E-25-UC12-0016 ESG
5. Grant Budget Request_CDBG 25 33950
6. Grant Budget Request_HOME 25 33948
7. Grant Budget Request_ESG 25 33949
8. FINAL DRAFT - Collier County PY25 AAP
9. Budget ESG Match 33949 Budget Transfer
10. Budget ESG Match 33949 Budget Transfer_2
11. Grant Budget Request_ESG MATCH 25 33949
12. Grant Budget Request_ESG MATCH 25 33949_2
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Application for Federal Assistance SF-424
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Table of Contents
AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) ......................................................................... 3
PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies – 91.200(b) ...................................................................................... 10
AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) ................................................................................... 11
AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c) ................................................................................................... 25
AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) ............................................................................................. 29
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives ......................................................................................................... 41
AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) ....................................................................................................................... 45
AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) ............................................................................................... 49
AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) ...................................................................................................... 52
AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) ............................................................................................................ 54
AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) ............................................................. 56
AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) .................................................................................... 60
AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) ............................................................................................................. 63
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) ....................................................................... 68
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Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b)
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 (AAP) showing the objectives the County plans to achieve each year towards the
goals established in the Consolidated Plan.
This plan covers the period starting October 1, 2025, and ending September 30, 2026, and outlines goals,
objectives, and projects for the fifth and final program year covered by the current Consolidated Plan
(2021-2025). 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. The Annual Action Plan is developed in a manner specified by HUD and the County
has followed the prescribed format in completing the plan, which includes conducting public meetings
with citizens and stakeholders, consultation with housing and community development organizations and
non-profit service providers, and public hearings with the Collier County Board of County Commissioners.
Collier County’s PY 2025 grant allocations are: $2,677,254 in CDBG funds; $759,078.58 in HOME funds;
and $214,074 in ESG funds. Additional resources available to the County for PY 2025 include $31,571.43
in program income from the HOME program and reprogrammed prior year funds of $1,496,173.11 from
CDBG.
Per HUD regulation, the County reported the availability of HUD special allocations under the HOME
American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP), Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES ACT),
CDBG-CV, and ESG Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (ESG RUSH). While CDBG-CV funds have already
been allocated, and the amendment process for the HOME-ARP plan is underway, the County will utilize
these resources during PY 2025 in accordance with the goals and indicators outlined in their respective
Action Plans. Federal HOME-ARP funding was created to assist individuals or households who are
experiencing homelessness, at risk of homelessness, and other vulnerable populations, by providing
affordable housing, rental assistance, supportive services, and non-congregate shelter, to reduce
homelessness and increase housing stability. CDBG-CV was intended to prepare, prevent, or respond to
COVID-19. ESG RUSH was created to address the needs of homeless individuals or families as well as those
individuals or families at risk of homelessness in areas affected by a major disaster.
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,
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County made funding determinations for specific projects during PY 2025 based on input from residents,
non-profit and social service agencies that serve low- and moderate-income (LMI) residents,
municipalities including the City of Naples and City of Marco Island, and other stakeholders.
Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
Collier County developed the objectives and outcomes of the 5-Year Strategic Plan based on a
comprehensive housing needs assessment and market analysis 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. Some goals have already been met
at 100% completion rates and may not appear in the PY 2025 Annual Action Plan. The priority needs,
objectives, and outcomes to be addressed in PY 25 plan include:
1) Priority Need: Housing Affordability
Goals Associated: Support New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acquisition Rental
Tenant Based Rental Assistance
Objective: Provide Decent Housing
Outcome: Accessibility/Availability
Description: Funds will be used to support the rehabilitation of scattered sites to provide
supportive affordable housing to residents with a disabling condition (mental illness or substance
use disorder, etc.) including homelessness or at risk of homelessness. Funds will be used to
rehabilitate rental housing by replacing roofs and gutters on multi-family rental development.
Funds will also be used for new construction assistance of rental housing for predevelopment
costs, loan closing fees, and design costs. The County will also provide tenant-based rental
assistance and homebuyer assistance. If the County certifies a Community Housing Development
Organization (CHDO), these funds would be used to support new construction, rehabilitation, or
acquisition of affordable housing to be developed by a Community Housing Development
Organization (CHDO).
2) Priority Need: Homelessness & Homelessness Prevention
Goals Associated: Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless
Objective: Provide Decent Housing
Outcome: Accessibility/Availability
Description: Funds will be used to provide emergency shelter services and permanent housing for
homeless persons. Emergency housing includes rapid rehousing and homeless prevention rental
assistance activities to help individuals and families avoid returning to homelessness. Funds will
also be used for street outreach services, which will connect unsheltered homeless individuals
and families to emergency shelter, housing and/or critical health services.
3) Priority Need: Public Services
Goals Associated: Provide Public Services
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Outcome: Accessibility/Availability
Description: Funds will be provided for public services that benefit low- and moderate-income
persons, support the aging population in the County, support special needs groups, provide
housing counseling, provide housing resources and promote fair and equitable housing choice to
Affirmatively Further Fair Housing (AFFH).
4) Priority Need: Public Infrastructure Improvements
Goals Associated: Public Infrastructure Improvements
Objective: Create a Suitable Living Environment
Outcome: Accessibility/Availability
Description: Support ADA public infrastructure improvements to increase accessibility and
improve safety for individuals with disabilities. Funds will also be used to improve a healthcare
facility with the replacement of heating, ventilation and air conditioning units in Immokalee, FL.
5) Priority Need: Program Administration and Planning
Goals Associated: Administration & Planning
Objective: Create a Suitable Living Environment
Outcome: Accessibility/Availability
Description: Funds will be used for the administration of CDBG, HOME and ESG Programs and to
carry out regulatory planning activities to comply with federal regulations.
Evaluation of past performance
Collier County has demonstrated success in structuring and carrying out its strategies in the 2021-2025
Consolidated Plan. The County included 11 goals and as of the most recent CAPER (PY23) has achieved a
100% completion rate for 8 of the goals. Collier County far exceeded proposed accomplishments under
several goals, particularly in the provision of public services and making improvements to public and other
facilities. These activities were funded through the County’s CDBG and CDBG-CV programs. The County
has also met the consolidated plan goal of improvement of public and other facilities at 100%.
Through the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) process, Collier County
continues to track progress and report on barriers faced in achieving goals. Performance evaluation
indicates a need for the County to continue working towards housing objectives including rehabilitation
and construction of rental units to meet its goals for the 5-year consolidated planning period. The County
is currently at 31% complete for that goal. As a result, the County has focused on this goal in the proposed
PY 2025 Annual Action Plan and will be funding several rental rehab projects. The County will also continue
to provide public services in PY 2025, as an evaluation of past performance indicates consistent increases
in the demand for services.
Below summarizes progress made on each priority need identified in the Consolidated Plan as of
publication of the County’s most current CAPER (PY 23).
Improve Public Infrastructure – The County did not include this as a goal in the PY23 Action Plan but has
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• Percent complete program year: N/A (not included in PY23 AAP)
• Percent complete strategic plan: 100%
Improve Public and Other Facilities – During PY23, the County assisted 42 people through this activity
and overall has benefitted 91,148 people through the third year of the consolidated plan.
• Percent complete program year: 0.4%
• Percent complete strategic plan: 100%
Support New Construction, Rehab/Acquisition Rental – The County supported the acquisition of 2 rental
units in PY23 and has assisted 84 units through construction or rehabilitation activities through the third
year of the consolidated plan.
• Percent complete program year: 100%
• Percent complete strategic plan: 31%
Provide Public Services – In PY23, the County assisted 37,800 through various public services and overall
has assisted 112,623 people through the third year of the consolidated plan.
• Percent complete program year: 100%
• Percent complete strategic plan: 100%
New Construction, Rehabilitation/Acquisition Homeownership – In support of homeownership during
PY23, the County supported the construction of 10 owner units and provided direct financial assistance
to 13 households for purchasing a home. Overall, the County has assisted 27 households through
construction or purchase assistance activities through the third year of the consolidated plan.
• Percent complete program year: 100%
• Percent complete strategic plan: 100%
Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless – During PY23, the County assisted 113 households
at-risk of becoming homeless through rapid re-housing and 323 persons through shelter operations.
Through the third year of the consolidated plan, the County has assisted 113 households and 1,370
persons through rapid re-housing, overnight shelter support, and homelessness prevention activities.
• Percent complete program year: 100%
• Percent complete strategic plan: 100%
HMIS Support – The County did not include this goal in the PY23 Action Plan as it had already been
completed at 100%. The County provided support for 1 HMIS system through the third year of the
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• Percent complete program year: N/A (not included in PY23 AAP)
• Percent complete strategic plan: 100%
Provide Homelessness Prevention – During PY23, and through the third year of the consolidated plan,
the County assisted 19 persons though homelessness prevention activities.
• Percent complete program year: 100%
• Percent complete strategic plan: 76%
Tenant Based Rental Assistance – During PY23, the County provided tenant-based rental assistance to 18
households and 22 households through the third year of the consolidated plan.
• Percent complete program year: 100%
• Percent complete strategic plan: 100%
CHDO – The County is working with a local non-profit to become a certified HUD CHDO so that the County
can meet its housing goals. It is to be noted that during this process the County has been granted a CHDO
waiver by HUD.
• Percent complete program year: 0%
• Percent complete strategic plan: 0%
The County continued to assist low-income people/households and vulnerable populations through its
HUD special allocations of CDBG-CV, ESG-CV, and ESG RUSH funds. In PY 2023 the County expended
$3,097,723.33 of CDBG-CV funds towards public service, public facilities and housing activities benefitting
36,850 low-and moderate-income persons. In PY 2023, the County provided ESG-CV funds to individuals
and families experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness to mitigate the impacts of the
pandemic. ESG-CV provided emergency shelter, rapid re-housing, homelessness prevention, and essential
services. The County assisted 1,392 persons through ESG-CV funds. The ESG-CV project is now complete.
In PY 2023, the ESG RUSH program served 44 households: including 8 elderly head of households, 2
veterans and 12 families with 22 total children. In PY2023, the County had 15 landlords with payment
agreements in place and continued to work through the waiting list. Our team continued to reach out to
different communities and form relationships with landlords to offer additional options to our community
that is still struggling through recovery efforts. The County continued to serve those in need from
Hurricane Ian with RUSH funds. Most recently, the County received an additional special allocation of ESG
RUSH to address the needs of individuals or families experiencing homelessness or individuals or families
at risk of homelessness in areas affected by recent disasters like Hurricane Helene and Milton. This
program will be administered by Community and Human Services in both PY 2024 and PY 2025.
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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 target populations 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.
Community outreach started with the County’s publication of PY2025-2026 HUD and SHIP Grant
Application Cycle public notice on December 19, 2024, in the Naples Daily News, and continued with the
County facilitating technical assistance meetings from January 27 – 31, 2025. The County also held public
meetings March 26 – 27, 2025 during which the Review and Ranking Committee was able to discuss
potential action plan activities with applicants and the public. The County provided outreach through
newspapers, local media outlets, official governmental websites, and social media. Meetings were
conducted to encourage the inclusion of all residents, target areas, beneficiaries of federal resources
awarded through the public awards process, and public and private agencies operating in the County.
Public meetings and public hearings were held and conducted in accordance with 24 CFR Part 91 and the
County’s Citizen Participation Plan.
The County also solicited comments on the draft Annual Action Plan through a 30-day public comment
period from June 6, 2025, through July 6, 2025, and held public hearings on June 5 and July 8, 2025, to
solicit additional comments on the draft plan. At the July 8, 2025 public hearing, the County requested
the Board of County Commissioners to adopt the plan.
Summary of public comments
There were no public comments received specific to the preparation of the PY 2025 Annual Action Plan
or related proposed activities. During the preparation of the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan, there was
extensive consultation with partner organizations and other stakeholders, as well as broad input from
community members. Service providers also shared their insights through an online survey. Input received
through the Consolidated Plan community engagement indicated affordable housing is the primary
priority need. Other public comments revealed the need for food banks, access to transportation, access
to emergency beds and transitional shelters, and access to higher wage jobs.
Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
The County recognizes that if received, all comments and responses from the public are accepted,
considered, and incorporated into the Annual Action Plan, as applicable. There were no agencies or
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The County did not receive any public comments on the PY 2025 Annual Action Plan.
Summary
The PY 2025 AAP is the fifth year of the 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan. The activities funded in this Annual
Action Plan address the needs of the community and further build on the accomplishments of the goals
established in the 5-Year Strategic Plan. The Annual Action Plan is a formal document that details how
the County plans on utilizing its CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds to serve the community in the coming
program year. The Action Plan is part of the Consolidated Planning process, which is designed to help
states and local jurisdictions assess their affordable housing and community development needs and
market conditions, and to make data-driven, place-based investment decisions. Through the Consolidated
Plan, grantee jurisdictions engage the community, both in the process of developing and reviewing the
proposed plan, and as partners and stakeholders in the implementation of Community and Human
Services HUD programs. By consulting and collaborating with other public and private entities, the County
can better align and coordinate housing and community development programs and resources to achieve
greater impact. This Annual Action Plan describes the County’s housing and community development
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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies – 91.200(b)
Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan
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 2025 Action Plan, which is the fifth and final 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
Building H, Room 213
Naples, Florida 34112
Phone: (239) 252-2486
Fax: (239) 252-2638
Email: Kristi.Sonntag@colliercountyfl.gov
Website: www.colliercountyfl.gov/government/public-services/divisions/community-and-human-
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AP-10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l)
Introduction
Collier County’s PY 2025 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 2025, the County continued to be engaged with local stakeholder organizations in preparing this
plan. The County 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. The County also provided opportunities for the public to
provide input on community needs, proposed program activities, and the draft plan during the public
comment period and at a public hearing. The following section details the organizations and agencies
that took part in the development of the 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(l))
During the development of the Consolidated Plan, the County encouraged a high level of public
communication and agency consultation 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. These organizations are invited to participate in the consultation process as well as apply
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agencies through a series of technical assistance meetings facilitated by Community and Human Services.
Service agencies interested in participating in HUD programs are also given the opportunity to present
their applications to the Review and Ranking Committee and further discuss the needs of their clientele.
In addition to enhancing coordination through the use of HUD funds, Collier County encourages dialogue
and collaboration between housing and service agencies through the SWFL Regional Coalition to End
Homelessness, which serves as the lead agency for the County’s Continuum of Care. The SWFL Regional
Coalition to End Homelessness holds regular meetings in Naples, and members include more than 70
public and private agencies within the region.
The County coordinates with agencies, business entities and local government departments to bridge the
digital divide for LMI households. LMI households are at risk of falling further behind without connectivity,
as high-speed internet has become a vital infrastructure providing access to information, opportunities
and jobs. As the need for resiliency planning and emergency preparedness increases, the County will also
seek consultation from area agencies and government departments on how to mitigate these effects on
LMI households.
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 homelessnes s.
Collier County staff attends bi-monthly meetings with the SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness
(Coalition) 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, and government agencies. The SWFL Regional Coalition to End
Homelessness 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 the coordination of
public, private, and nonprofit housing providers, human service agencies, and social service providers
through the following actions:
• Continues to work with other municipalities and agencies to include 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 participate 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
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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 or
to request assistance through CE, 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 SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness 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 and has 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 is designated by the local CoC to comply with the
requirements of the CoC Program interim rule 24 CFR 578. The CoC also works closely with Collier County
(ESG recipient) to allocate funds and monitor outcomes.
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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
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 Needs Assessment
Public Housing
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. This partner was
directly invited to participate in public meetings for
the grant process and invited to comment on the
draft plan.
2 Agency/Group/Organization SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness
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. This partner was
directly invited to participate in public meetings for
the grant process and invited to comment on the
draft plan. The County also consulted with this
partner through participation in the PIT count and
through meetings during the program year.
3 Agency/Group/Organization Sunrise Community of Southwest Florida
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Persons with Disabilities
Services-Mental Health Services and Services –
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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. This partner was directly
invited to participate in technical assistance and
public meetings for the grant process and invited to
comment on the draft plan. This agency also
presented to the Review and Ranking Committee
and participated in in-person discussions about the
grant application process and their proposed
activity.
4 Agency/Group/Organization Pathways Early Education Center
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Children
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Needs 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. This
partner was directly invited to participate in
technical assistance.
5 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
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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. This partner was
directly invited to participate in technical assistance
and public meetings for the grant process and
invited to comment on the draft plan. This agency
also presented to the Review and Ranking
Committee and participated in in-person
discussions about the grant application process and
their proposed activity.
6 Agency/Group/Organization Housing Development Corporation of SW Florida,
Inc. dba HELP
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services - Housing
Services-Fair Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Needs 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. HELP also is engaged and assists the
County with fair housing activities. This partner was
directly invited to participate in technical assistance
and public meetings for the grant process and
invited to comment on the draft plan. This agency
also presented to the Review and Ranking
Committee and participated in in-person
discussions about the grant application process and
their proposed activity.
7 Agency/Group/Organization Collier County Public Safety Department
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’s Public Safety Department was
contacted regarding the plan. This partner was
invited to participate in public meetings for the
grant process and invited to comment of the draft
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8 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
Non-Housing 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
regarding 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. This partner
was directly invited to participate in public
meetings for the grant process and invited to
comment on the draft plan.
9 Agency/Group/Organization Baker Senior Center Naples
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services-Elderly Persons
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Non-Housing Community Development
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. This partner was directly invited to
participate in technical assistance and public
meetings for the grant process and invited to
comment on the draft plan. This agency also
presented to the Review and Ranking Committee
and participated in in-person discussions about the
grant application process and their proposed
activity.
10 Agency/Group/Organization Habitat for Humanity of Collier County
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services - Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
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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 housing needs of the County’s low-
income and vulnerable populations. This partner
was directly invited to participate in technical
assistance and public meetings for the grant
process and invited to comment on the draft plan.
This agency also presented to the Review and
Ranking Committee and participated in in-person
discussions about the grant application process and
their proposed activity.
11 Agency/Group/Organization National Development of America - Casa San Juan
Diego
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services - Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Needs 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 housing needs of the County’s low-
income and vulnerable populations. This partner
was directly invited to participate in technical
assistance and public meetings for the grant
process and invited to comment on the draft plan.
This agency also presented to the Review and
Ranking Committee and participated in in-person
discussions about the grant application process and
their proposed activity.
12 Agency/Group/Organization Rural Neighborhoods, Inc.
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services - Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
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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 housing needs of the County’s low-
income and vulnerable populations. This partner
was directly invited to participate in technical
assistance and public meetings for the grant
process and invited to comment on the draft plan.
This agency also presented to the Review and
Ranking Committee and participated in in-person
discussions about the grant application process and
their proposed activity.
13 Agency/Group/Organization Collier Housing Alternatives, Inc
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services - Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Needs 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 housing needs of the County’s low-
income and vulnerable populations. This partner
was directly invited to participate in technical
assistance and public meetings for the grant
process and invited to comment on the draft plan.
This agency also presented to the Review and
Ranking Committee and participated in in-person
discussions about the grant application process and
their proposed activity.
14 Agency/Group/Organization Housing Alternatives of Southwest Florida, Inc.
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services - Housing
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Housing Needs 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 housing needs of the County’s low-
income and vulnerable populations. This partner
was directly invited to participate in technical
assistance and public meetings for the grant
process and invited to comment on the draft plan.
This agency also presented to the Review and
Ranking Committee and participated in in-person
discussions about the grant application process and
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15 Agency/Group/Organization Fun Time Early Childhood Academy
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services – Youth
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
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 developmental needs of the
County’s youth population. This partner was
directly invited to participate in technical assistance
and public meetings for the grant process and
invited to comment on the draft plan. This agency
also presented to the Review and Ranking
Committee and participated in in-person
discussions about the grant application process and
their proposed activity.
16 Agency/Group/Organization Harry Chapin Food Bank
Agency/Group/Organization Type Homeless Needs - Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs - Families with children
Homelessness Needs - Veterans
Homelessness Needs - Unaccompanied youth
Services-Persons with Disabilities
Services-Mental Health Services
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
Homelessness 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 needs of those experiencing
homelessness or at-risk of becoming homeless and
low-income and vulnerable populations. This
partner was directly invited to participate in
technical assistance and public meetings for the
grant process and invited to comment on the draft
plan. This agency also participated in discussions
about the grant application process and their
proposed activity.
17 Agency/Group/Organization Collier Health Services, Inc. dba Healthcare Network
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services – Health
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
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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 needs of those low-income and
vulnerable populations, particularly related to
access to services. This partner was directly invited
to participate in technical assistance and public
meetings for the grant process and invited to
comment on the draft plan. This agency also
presented to the Review and Ranking Committee
and participated in in-person discussions about the
grant application process and their proposed
activity.
18 Agency/Group/Organization Immokalee Pioneer Museum
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services - Education
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
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 needs of the County’s low-income
and vulnerable populations. This partner was
directly invited to participate in technical assistance
and public meetings for the grant process and
invited to comment on the draft plan. This agency
also presented to the Review and Ranking
Committee and participated in in-person
discussions about the grant application process and
their proposed activity.
19 Agency/Group/Organization Gargiulo Education Center
Agency/Group/Organization Type Services - Education
What section of the Plan was addressed
by Consultation?
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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 needs of the County’s low-income
and vulnerable populations. This partner was
directly invited to participate in technical assistance
and public meetings for the grant process and
invited to comment on the draft plan. This agency
also presented to the Review and Ranking
Committee and participated in in-person
discussions about the grant application process and
their proposed activity.
Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated
Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
To the greatest extent possible, the County makes every effort to consult all agency types that administer
programs covered by or are affected by the Annual Action Plan and does not exclude any local agencies
from 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 SWFL Regional Coalition
to End Homelessness
Affordable housing, services, and economic
development
10 Yr. Plan to Prevent
Hunger and End
Homelessness
SWFL Regional Coalition
to End Homelessness
The Strategic Plan goals to address
homelessness align with the Continuum of
Care goals and strategies.
Analysis of Impediments to
Fair Housing Choice, 20 Collier County
Recommendations from the Analysis of
Impediments on reducing fair housing
impediments were considered in
determining Action Plan activities aligning
with the County’s housing goals for this
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Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan
overlap with the goals of each plan?
5-Year Strategic Plan for
Mental Health & Addiction
Services
2025 - 2029
Collier Coalition
For Healthy Minds
The MHAS coordinates assistance for those
with mental health and substance use
disorders in the area which aligns with the
County’s Action Plan goal to provide public
services for this population.
Urban Land Institute
Advisory Services Report Collier County
The ULI Report defines how the County will
expand affordable housing and was
considered in determining Action Plan
goals.
Collier County LHAP
2025 - 2028 Collier County
The County Local Housing Assistance Plan
aligns with the Action Plan to meet the
needs of LMI households through the
expanding production and preservation of
affordable housing.
Growth Management Plan Collier County
The County's Housing Element of the
Growth Management Plan contains goals
and objectives to provide affordable, safe,
and decent housing for all residents with a
focus on very-low, low, moderate and
workforce income households which is
consistent with the intent of this Action
Plan and the County’s HUD programs.
PHA Five-Year Plan Collier County Housing
Authority
The PHA annual plans include increasing
access to affordable housing and
supporting services to achieve self-
sufficiency as goals which align with the
County’s Action Plan priorities.
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 non-
housing community development needs included in its Consolidated Plan. The County will continue to
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the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan, thereby maximizing the benefits of the County’s housing
and community development activities for the residents being served, in particular, those who are LMI
and/or have special needs.
The County’s Community & Human Services Division also maintains ongoing communication with internal
departments and divisions within the County. The Collier County Public Safety Department is comprised
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 provides access to high-speed internet for all residents in the County and
helps to narrow the digital divide for LMI residents. Additionally, the University of Florida’s University
Extension provides food classes to Immokalee area residents on healthy eating and nutrition.
Coordination with private industry, businesses, developers, and social service agencies included individual
consultations conducted with affordable housing developers and the social service agencies. There were
also several public advisory committees that were consulted. The input received during these
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AP-12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c)
Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal setting
Citizen participation is a critical component of the planning processes, and the County closely followed
the requirements of its HUD approved Citizen Participation Plan to conduct engagement efforts during
the 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 participants’ comments were welcome, were recorded and considered, and
incorporated into his plan as applicable.
Included in Collier County’s outreach were technical assistance (TA) 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 in January of 2025.
The County published notice of the grant application process on December 19, 2024, and launched a blast
email and social media campaign on the same date, reaching 926 recipients. A second touch email and
social media campaign was launched December 30, 2024. Technical assistance meetings followed from
January 27-31, 2025. Public meetings were held March 26th and 27th 2025, where applicant presentations
were heard in front of the Review and Ranking Committee.
A Notice was published May 22, 2025, announcing the preparation of the Annual Action Plan, disclosing
allocations and proposed projects, giving notice of an additional public hearing on June 5, 2025, giving
notice of the 30-day public comment period from June 6 – July 6, 2025, and notice of a second public
hearing being held in front of the Board of County Commissioners on July 8, 2025.
The following table describes the County’s citizen participation outreach efforts.
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Citizen Participation Outreach
Mode of Outreach Target of
Outreach
Summary of response and
attendance
Summary of comments
received
Summary of
comments not
accepted and
reasons
URL (if applicable)
1 Notice of Funding
Availability (NOFA)
December 19, 2024
HUD Grant
Applicants;
Housing and
Service
Providers
N/A N/A N/A https://www.colliercounty
housing.com/
2 Grant TA Meetings
January 27-31, 2025
HUD Grant
Applicants;
Housing and
Service
Providers
75 Attended
Refer below to summary
of public comments
section of this plan.
N/A N/A
3 Public Meetings
March 26-27, 2025
Non-
targeted/broad
community
Minorities
Non-English
Speaking
Persons with
disabilities
Residents of
59 Attended
Refer below to summary
of public comments
section of this plan.
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Public and
Assisted
Housing
4 Public Hearing
June 5, 2025
Non-
targeted/broad
community
Minorities
Non-English
Speaking
Persons with
disabilities
Residents of
Public and
Assisted
Housing
3 attended
Refer below to summary
of public comments
section of this plan.
N/A N/A
5 Public Comment
Period
June 6 – July 6, 2025
Non-
targeted/broad
community
Minorities
Non-English
Speaking
Persons with
disabilities
Residents of
TBD Refer below to summary
of public comments
section of this plan.
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Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach
Public and
Assisted
Housing
6 Public Hearing
July 8, 2025
Non-
targeted/broad
community
Minorities
Non-English
Speaking
Persons with
disabilities
Residents of
Public and
Assisted
Housing
TBD
Refer below to summary
of public comments
section of this plan.
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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
Over the one-year period beginning October 1, 2025, and ending September 30, 2026, Collier County
anticipates receiving $3,650,406.58 of HUD Entitlement grant resources to meet underserved needs,
foster decent affordable housing, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between
public and private housing and social service agencies. Available HUD Entitlement funding is as follows:
• Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) - $2,677,254
• HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) - $759,078.58
• Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) - $214,074
Along with the County’s PY 2025 annual CDBG, HOME, and ESG allocations, the County will have available
CDBG reprogrammed prior year funds in the amount of $1,496,173.11 which were initially awarded to the
Immokalee CRA, Pathways Early Education Center and Bayshore CRA as subrecipients in PY 2024 which
included a large-scale multi-phase project for the CRA. Planning is still ongoing for the CRA project, but
funds will not be expended until 2026. The County will also have available $31,571.43 of HOME program
income. Program income received will be used towards similar activities from which it was produced, and
these funds will be allocated on an annual basis in accordance with the Annual Action Plan.
The County will also continue to utilize funds previously allocated under the HOME American Rescue Act
(HOME-ARP), CARES Act (CDBG-CV) and ESG RUSH. The County expects to use $2,733,183 of HOME-ARP
funds for projects taking place in PY 2025. HOME-ARP project funds will be included in the PY 2021 Annual
Action Plan. During PY 2025, the County will continue to provide funds in the amount of $225,000 in
CDBG-CV funds to Collier Health Services, Inc. d/b/a Healthcare Network, to prepare a Community Health
Plan and support outreach efforts to address healthcare access, preventative care, and responsiveness to
help mitigate the risk of future public health emergencies. A special allocation of ESG RUSH funds were
designated in the PY 2024 Annual Action Plan and will continue to be utilized in PY 2025.
The County will also make efforts to leverage funds to maximize benefit to the community, particularly
for the creation of affordable housing.
*The Priority Table below does not accept cents, so the allocation has been rounded down to the nearest
dollar. The actual HOME allocation was $759,078.58. The HOME allocation totals for the AP-20 Goals and
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15. However, please note that the actual allocation has been entered into the SF-424 as the grantee
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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;
Housing;
Public
Services;
Public
Facilities &
Infrastructure
$2,677,254 $0 $1,496,173.11 $4,173,427.11 $0
CDBG
Entitlement
program funds
will be used to
develop viable
urban
communities by
providing
decent housing
and a suitable
living
environment,
and by
expanding
economic
opportunities,
principally for
low- and
moderate-
income persons.
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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:
$
the 2021-2025
Consolidated
Plan, therefore
no funds will
remain available
under this
Consolidated
Plan. Any
program income
generated
during PY25 or
funds carried
forward from
PY21-25 will be
available under
the new 2025-
2029
Consolidated
Plan.
Reprogrammed
prior year funds
in the amount
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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:
$
$1,496,173.11
were initially
awarded to the
Immokalee CRA,
Pathways Early
Education
Center and
Bayshore CRA
as subrecipients
in PY 2024
which included
a large-scale
multi-phase
project.
Planning is still
ongoing for the
project, but
funds will not
be expended
until 2026.
CDBG does not
require a match. DRAFTPage 2337 of 4096
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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:
$
HOME public -
federal
Multifamily
Rental New
Construction;
Multifamily
Rental Rehab;
TBRA; CHDO;
Homebuyer
Assistance
$759,078 $31,571.43 $0 $790,649 $0
HOME
Entitlement
program funds
will be used to
exclusively
create or
preserve
affordable
housing for
Collier County’s
low-income and
vulnerable
populations. In
PY25, the
County will
utilize HOME
funds to provide
housing
assistance
through the
down-payment
assistance
program, DRAFTPage 2338 of 4096
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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:
$
tenant-based
rental
assistance, and
for the required
CHDO set-aside.
PY25 is the fifth
and final year of
the 2021-2025
Consolidated
Plan, therefore
no funds will
remain available
under this
Consolidated
Plan. Any
program income
generated
during PY25 or
funds carried
forward from
PY21-25 will be
available under
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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:
$
2029
Consolidated
Plan. 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. DRAFTPage 2340 of 4096
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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:
$
ESG public -
federal
Overnight
Shelter;
Rapid Re-
Housing;
Rental
Assistance;
Prevention
Services;
Street
Outreach
$214,074 $0 $0 $214,074 $0
ESG Entitlement
program funds
will be used to
provide shelter
for those
experiencing
homelessness
and to provide
housing security
for those
homeless and
at-risk of
becoming
homeless.
PY25 is the fifth
and final year of
the 2021-2025
Consolidated
Plan, therefore
no funds will
remain available
under this
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Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table
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:
$
Plan. Any
program income
generated
during PY25, or
funds carried
forward from
PY21-25, will be
available under
the new 2025-
2029
Consolidated
Plan. The ESG
program
requires 100%,
dollar for dollar,
match. The
County also
provides match
support for the
ESG program
from the
general fund. DRAFTPage 2342 of 4096
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Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local
funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied
Leveraging
Collier County will continue to leverage grant funds with other public and private resources to maximize
impact for beneficiaries. Leveraging resources aligns goals cross departmentally and supports interagency
collaboration for community revitalization. Collier County routinely emphasizes to applicants the need to
leverage federal funds with local funds to stretch the benefit of the federal dollars. These efforts have
been successful, and projects funded under CDBG, HOME, and ESG have substantially exceeded
accomplishments that could not have been achieved by using federal funds alone.
The County requires applicants for entitlement funds to outline any leveraged funds and offers bonus
points in the award process for the degree to which this is achieved. Also, in the application process, the
County rewards collaborative projects with additional points, which may also constitute leverage. Collier
County has further added leverage of funds as a performance indicator for the CHS Division and it is
published and tracked in the County budget documents.
Federal funds also leverage state funds received through the State Housing Initiative Partnership (SHIP)
program, which is used to meet the housing needs of low- and moderate-income households and expand
or preserve the availability of affordable housing. Collier County anticipates having SHIP funds available
during the 2025 program year to be used for a wide variety of rental, owner occupied, or homeownership
programs. The County was awarded $3,135,160 for 2025-2026.
CDBG funds awarded to public services providers help to leverage additional public and/or private funding
that provide services to the community. An example of leveraging by public services non-profits are state
funds received from the Department of Children and Families which support CDBG programs.
HOME Match
The HOME program requires a 25% local match for any HOME funds drawn. In recent years, the County’s
match liability was reduced in accordance with regulations allowing for match reductions by HUD if the
County is distressed or suffered a presidentially declared disaster. Due to hurricane impacts, HUD
previously granted the County a 100% match reduction. However, the County continued to contribute to
the match liability through various methods and those contributions will be used towards satisfying the
County’s match requirements for PY 2025.
The County may also use State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) dollars to satisfy match
requirements. SHIP funds, which are provided by the State of Florida to support the production and
preservation of affordable housing, can be used as an eligible source of non-federal match when leveraged
with HOME dollars. This approach not only maximizes the impact of both funding sources but also helps
ensure that the County’s affordable housing goals are met more efficiently.
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ESG Match
ESG regulations require grant recipients to make matching contributions equivalent to the ESG annual
award- or a 100% match. Collier County requires all ESG subrecipients to provide a dollar-for-dollar match.
Matching funds may include contributions to any of the County’s ESG programs, including funds awarded
to a subrecipient. The matching requirements are met per 24 CFR Part 576.201. The County’s ESG
allocation for 2025 is anticipated to be $214,074. Community and Human Services requests at the time of
application that expenditures are matched by applicant donations, in-kind contributions, other state and
local funds, as well as private and foundation donations. ESG sub-recipients can also satisfy the match
with volunteer hours. The County also provides match support for the ESG program from the general fund.
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 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.
The Collier County Surtax Land Acquisition Fund has secured 7.5 acres for the development of affordable
housing as part of the upcoming Ekos Creekside project. Located on Collier Blvd in Naples, Florida, Ekos
Creekside will feature 82 newly constructed units, addressing the critical need for workforce housing in
the area. The project is being developed by McDowell Housing Partners.
Collier County recently approved $10 million in funding for a new workforce housing project at the former
Golden Gate Golf Course, now county owned land. The project will consist of 352 units with 252 units of
workforce housing and 100 units of senior housing. Workforce housing is for essential service workers,
including government employees, healthcare professionals, and educators. The project is designed to
provide affordable housing options in a region where nearly 50,000 households are considered cost-
burdened, spending more than 30% of their income on housing.
Collier County previously provided a land donation for the Ekos on Santa Barbara project, an affordable
housing project funded by county Affordable Housing fund dollars from the General Fund, multi-family
revenue bonds, and 4% LIHTC tax credits. Ekos on Santa Barbara is an 82-unit, new construction project
located in Naples, Florida that will provide workforce housing to households making between 30-80% of
Area Medium Income. Collier County partnered with McDowell Housing Partners on a 99-year ground
lease and provided the land for the project. The eighty-two affordable housing units are now open and
100% occupied.
Florida Statutes Section 166.0451, Disposition of municipal property for affordable housing, requires that
the County create an inventory list of real property with fee simple title appropriate for affordable
housing. In compliance with the statute, Collier County maintains the inventory of county-owned surplus
land that are potential properties for the development of permanent affordable housing. The County may
partner with nonprofit organizations that develop affordable housing for low-income households. The
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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 Administration &
Planning 2021 2025 Administration Countywide
Program
Administration
and Planning
CDBG:
$535,450.80
HOME:
$79,065.00
(Determined
by allocation
plus program
income)
ESG:
$16,055.55
N/A
2
Support New
Construction,
Rehab/Acquisition -
Rental
2021 2025 Affordable
Housing Countywide Housing
Affordability
CDBG:
$1,677,369.85
Rental Units
Rehabilitated:
70 Household
Housing Units
Other: 100
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Sort
Order
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year
Category Geographic
Area
Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
3
New Construction,
Rehab/Acquisition -
Homeownership
2021 2025 Affordable
Housing Countywide Housing
Affordability
HOME:
$587,623.23
Direct Financial
Assistance to
Homebuyers:
6 Households
Assisted
4 Provide Public Services 2021 2025
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Countywide Public Services CDBG:
$301,588.10
Public Service
Activities Other Than
Low/Moderate
Income Housing
Benefit:
202 Persons Assisted
5 Public Infrastructure
Improvements 2021 2025
Non-Housing
Community
Development
Countywide
Public
Infrastructure
Improvements
CDBG:
$1,659,018.36
Public Facility or
Infrastructure
Activities Other Than
Low/Moderate
Income Housing
Benefit:
25,624 Persons
Assisted
6
Emergency Housing
and Services for the
Homeless
2021 2025 Homeless Countywide
Homelessness &
Homelessness
Prevention
ESG:
$198,018.45
Tenant-Based Rental
Assistance / Rapid
Rehousing:
7 Households
Assisted
Homeless Person
Overnight
Shelter/Street
Outreach: 190
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Sort
Order
Goal Name Start
Year
End
Year
Category Geographic
Area
Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome
Indicator
7 Tenant Based Rental
Assistance 2021 2025 Affordable
Housing Countywide Housing
Affordability
HOME:
$10,100
Tenant-Based Rental
Assistance/Rapid
Rehousing:
1 Household
Assisted
8 CHDO 2021 2025 Affordable
Housing Countywide Housing
Affordability
HOME:
$113,861.78
Rental Units
Constructed:
2 Household
Housing Units
Table 6 – Goals Summary
Goal Descriptions
1 Goal Name Administration & Planning
Goal
Description
Administration and Planning for the CDBG, HOME and ESG Programs
2 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.
3 Goal Name New Construction, Rehab/Acquisition – Homeownership
Goal
Description
Funds will be used to promote homeownership through the provision of purchase assistance to eligible homebuyers.
4 Goal Name Provide Public Services
Goal
Description
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5 Goal Name Public Infrastructure Improvements
Goal
Description
Support ADA public infrastructure improvements to increase accessibility and improve safety for individuals with
disabilities. Funds will also be used to improve a healthcare facility with the replacement of heating, ventilation and air
conditioning units in Immokalee, FL.
6 Goal Name Emergency Housing and Services for the Homeless
Goal
Description
Funds will be used to provide emergency shelter services, rapid rehousing and homeless prevention activities for homeless
and at risk of homeless persons. Funds will also be used for street outreach services, which will connect unsheltered
homeless individuals and families to emergency shelter, housing and/or critical health services.
7 Goal Name Tenant Based Rental Assistance
Goal
Description
Funds will be used to provide rental subsidies for LMI and special needs households such as the elderly, and persons with a
disability.
8 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.
Table 7 – Goals Descriptions
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)
The County proposes using CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds to directly support affordable housing for a total of 196 extremely low-income, low-income,
and moderate-income households through funding the rehabilitation of rental units, providing rental assistance and down-payment/homebuyer
assistance, partnering with the CHDO to construct new rental housing, funding rapid re-housing for those experiencing or at risk of homelessness,
and through fair housing activities. Indirectly, the County will assist 290 extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income households or
persons through funding pre-development costs for the new construction of rental housing and through shelter and street outreach activities.
Income categories served are dependent on the activity and are determined at the time of eligibility verification. Income categories benefitted will
be reported annually in the County’s Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). In addition, the County funds public service
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Projects
AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d)
Introduction
In PY 2025, Collier County will fund a total of eight (8) projects under HUD CDBG, HOME, and ESG
programs.
The County will undertake various projects and activities during PY 2025 focused on providing decent
affordable housing, creating a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunity for
residents. The County will utilize HUD CDBG, HOME, and ESG grant allocations to carry out activities
intended to address priority needs in the community and ensure the greatest impact to beneficiaries.
CDBG projects include Affordable Housing, Public Facilities & Infrastructure, Public Services,
Administration & Planning. CDBG has a grant cap of 20% for administration and 15% for public services.
HOME projects include Non-CHDO Housing Development, CHDO Set-Aside and Administration & Planning.
HOME has a grant cap of 10% for administration and 15% must be reserved for CHDO set-aside. ESG
activities include emergency shelter operations support, rapid rehousing, homelessness prevention and
street outreach activities, and administration which is capped at 7.5% of the annual allocation.
PY 2025 Projects
CDBG
1 Administration & Planning
2 Public Services
3 Public Facilities & Infrastructure
4 Affordable Housing
HOME
5 Administration & Planning
6 CHDO Set-Aside Reserve
7 Non-CHDO Housing Development
ESG
8 ESG25 Collier County
In PY 2025, Collier County will fund a total of sixteen (16) activities, including administration and planning
activities, through the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs.
PY 2025 Activities
CDBG
1 Administration & Planning
2 Renaissance Hall Senior Living LLLP – New Rental Construction
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4 Collier Health Services, Inc. – HVAC Replacement
5 Collier County – CHS ADA Improvements
6 Baker Senior Center Naples - Personnel
7 Housing Development Corporations of SW Florida dba HELP – Housing Navigator/Fair Housing
8 Sunrise Community of Southwest Florida, Inc. - Transportation
HOME
9 Administration & Planning
10 CHDO Set-Aside Reserve
11 Tenant-Based Rental Assistance
12 Homebuyer Assistance (DPA) to include Project Delivery Costs
ESG
13 Administration & Planning
14 CHS Rapid Re-Housing / Homelessness Prevention
15 CHS Street Outreach
16 The Shelter for Abused Women & Children – Shelter Operations
Note: In the event that any of the HOME activities identified in the project or activity 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
Tenant Based Rental Assistance and/or Homebuyer Assistance programs for low- and moderate-
income households.
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved
needs
Allocation priorities for the PY 2025 Action Plan are consistent with those outlined in the Strategic Plan
portion of the County’s 2021-2025 Consolidated Plan. The priorities were determined through a market
analysis and needs assessment analyzing affordable housing, special needs housing, homelessness, and
community revitalization 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
owner and rental housing as a top need in Collier County. Housing affordability was the most common
issue identified through engagement efforts. Further, according to Comprehensive Housing Affordability
Strategy (CHAS) data, about 19% of all households in the County experience housing cost burden and for
LMI households, about 75% of renters and 65% of owners are cost burdened. The County will also provide
funding for public services that benefit low- and moderate-income persons, the aging population, and
special needs groups.
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leverage federal funds. The County uses a ranking system to determine needs as low, medium, high, or
no need. In ranking needs within the community, the County takes into consideration quantitative and
qualitative data from the Needs Assessment, Housing Market Analysis, and stakeholder input. The County
assesses the amount of funding available, determines high need target areas, and considers which
activities will best address those needs when deciding how to allocate funds.
The priority ranking system is as follows:
• High Priority: Activities determined to be critical to addressing the immediate needs of the
community and will be funded during the five-year period.
• Medium Priority: Activities determined to be a moderate need and may be funded during the five-
year period as funds are available.
• Low Priority: Activities determined as a minimal need and are not expected to be funded during
the five-year period.
• No Need: Activities determined as not needed or are being addressed in a manner outside of the
Consolidated Plan programs. Funding will not be provided for these activities during the five-year
period.
In the event of natural disasters, pandemics, and other worldwide crisis events (natural or manmade), the
County may substantially amend the projects or activities in this Plan to meet the immediate needs of the
community. It is the responsibility of the County to plan and be disaster prepared. For example, in the
event of hurricanes the County may reprioritize from normal projects/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 of the United
States or the Governor of the State of Florida. Collier County will also take advantage of federal waivers
that may be issued in the event of declared disasters.
The primary obstacle to meeting 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.
The housing market impacts the ability to address housing needs. The market continues to shift and still
has not fully recovered from the COVID-19 pandemic which caused an unprecedented housing boom that
raised home values, interest rates, and rents. To offset costs, the County may have had to increase
subsidies resulting in less homebuyers or renters being served through purchase assistance or tenant-
based rental assistance programs. Inflation also increased the cost of labor and materials, reducing the
number of affordable units that could be constructed with available resources.
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because of federal restrictions and cost of replacement. Additionally, the County must consider
incorporating resiliency into its housing programs, which can be costly.
The County is also currently lacking a key partnership with a local Community Housing Development
Organization (CHDO) which could increase development and redevelopment opportunities. The County
is working with a local organization to become a HUD certified CHDO and has previously been granted a
CHDO waiver.
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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 and
City of Marco Island. Everglades City, an incorporated city within the County, opted out of participation in
2025.
The geographic distribution of the County’s allocations will primarily be Countywide, however, the County
targets resources in low-moderate income census block groups to meet regulatory requirements for CDBG
grant funds and to focus on 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 used HUD CDBG Low Mod Income Summary Data (LMISD), which has
defined 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/.
A portion of HUD funds may be spent outside of these targeted areas, if activities funded provide services,
affordable housing, or other benefits directly for low- and moderate-income households or special needs
populations. In addition, Collier County may spend funds in current Opportunity Zones which align with
HUD low-income target areas. These tracts include 104.11, 108.02, 112.05, 113.01, 114.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Planned Percentage of
Allocation
Narrative Description
Countywide 100% Collier County boundaries.
Table 8 - Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
During the consolidated planning process, the County conducted a comprehensive housing needs
assessment and market analysis to provide a better understanding of the trending community needs and
identify geographical areas where funds should be directed. The analysis determined that various areas
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populations require social services to reduce poverty. During this process, the County also engaged with
residents, public housing residents, neighborhood leaders, social service providers, and adjacent and
regional government entities to identify geographical areas of need. Several areas disbursed throughout
the County were identified, further supporting the need for a community wide approach to revitalization
so that the County can respond to emerging needs or opportunities across multiple areas. The areas of
need identified align with the CDBG “target areas”. Investing Countywide also supports revitalization
growing more naturally based on community initiative, private investment, or local partnerships.
Discussion
Race/Ethnic Minority Concentration
A “racial or ethnic concentration” is any census tract where a racial or ethnic minority group makes up
10% or more of that group’s County-wide percentage. Data was taken from the 2019-2023 ACS 5-Year
estimates (DP05). Due to the small sample size, only racial or ethnic groups that make up at least 1% of
the County’s population were analyzed.
Black or African American, non-Hispanic: Black persons make up 6.6% of the County population, and a
census tract is considered a concentration if 16.6% of the population is part of this racial group. Ten (10)
tracts/block groups have a concentration: 7, 104.11, 104.19, 104.22, 108.04, 108.07, 111.03, 112.04,
112.05, and 113.03.
Asian, non-Hispanic: Approximately 1.5% of the population identifies as Asian. A census tract is considered
concentration if 11.5% of the population is part of this racial group. There are no tracts/block groups that
are considered a racial/ethnic concentration of the Asian race.
Hispanic: Hispanics make up 27.4% of the County's population, and a census tract is considered a
concentration if 37.4% of the population is part of this ethnic group. There are 24 tracts/block groups with
a concentration. These tracts/block groups are: 104.11, 104.19, 104.20, 104.21, 104.22, 104.24, 104.25,
104.28, 105.12, 105.13, 105.19, 107.01, 108.04, 111.03, 112.04, 112.05, 112.06, 112.11, 112.14, 113.03,
113.04, 113.05, 113.06, 114.
Low-Income Households Concentration
A “low-income concentration” is any census tract where the Median Household Income (MHI) for the tract
is 80% or less than the median household income for Collier County. According to the 2019-2023 ACS 5-
Year Estimates (DP03), the MHI in the County is $86,173. A tract is considered to have a low-income
concentration if the MHI is $68,938 or less. There are 27 tracts/block groups considered to be a low-
income concentration. The majority of tracts with a concentration of low-income households are located
in tracts east of Naples and near and around Immokalee. Tracts/block groups include: 7, 101.07, 102.11,
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107.01, 108.01, 108.04, 111.03, 111.14, 112.04, 112.05, 113.03, 113.05, 113.06, 114.
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Affordable Housing
AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g)
Introduction
This section reports on affordable housing goals under 24 CFR 91.220(g), which may include activities
undertaken in the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs. 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 at-risk of homelessness was also identified as a priority need.
To address these needs in PY 2025, the County will utilize CDBG, HOME, and ESG in support of affordable
housing activities through rental rehabilitation (70 HH), tenant-based rental assistance (1 HH), rapid re-
housing (7 HH), new construction of rental units (2), and homebuyer assistance (6). Proposed goals for
the number of households to be supported in PY 2025 through affordable housing activities are provided
below.
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless 7
Non-Homeless 79
Special-Needs 0
Total 86
Table 9 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through
Rental Assistance 8
The Production of New Units 2
Rehab of Existing Units 70
Acquisition of Existing Units 6
Total 86
Table 10 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
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Discussion
The County will directly support affordable housing through the following projects:
Rental Assistance
• Tenant Based Rental Assistance – 1 Household Assisted
• Rapid Re-Housing – 7 Households Assisted (Homeless or At-Risk of Becoming Homeless)
Production of New Units
• CHDO Reserve Set-Aside – 2 Households Assisted
Rehab of Existing Units
• Big Cypress - Main Street Village Rental Rehab – 70 Households Assisted
Acquisition of Existing Units
• Homebuyer Assistance (DPA)– 6 Households Assisted
The County will also provide funds for pre-development costs for the construction of 100 affordable rental
units for Renaissance Hall Senior Living. This is a multi-year project, and accomplishments will be reported
when units are complete. It is important to note that while predevelopment costs by themselves do not
directly equate to households being assisted yet — they are steps toward creating units or helping
households in the future. These units are not counted in the table above.
The County will be supporting special needs units through its HUD allocation of HOME -ARP funds. The
County will use funds for scattered site rental rehabilitation to provide supportive affordable housing to
residents with a disabling condition (mental illness or substance use disorder, etc.) including homeless
or at risk of homelessness, and to support the construction of new affordable rental units. The County
will also use HOME-ARP funds to provide tenant-based rental assistance to increase access to affordable
rental housing. These units are not counted in the table above as proposed beneficiaries have been
included in the PY 2021 AAP.
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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 quadruplexes. 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 (HCV).
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs of public housing
Indirectly, the County funds public services that support the upward mobility of residents using Housing
Choice Vouchers (HCV). Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) administers the Housing Choice Voucher
program. While the County will not provide direct funding to Collier County Housing Authority (CCHA) in
the PY 2025 Annual Action Plan, the County continues to support CCHA through prior year funding for
Tenant Based Rental Assistance. In PY 2025, the County will fund a housing navigator program through
HELP which provides free housing and financial counseling and education services to assist in reducing
housing cost burden and achieving self-sufficiency and financial stability. These services can also help
prepare low-income individuals or families utilizing HCVS for homeownership. The County will fund and
administer the CHS Tenant-Based Rental Assistance program which will help increase access to affordable
rental housing and will help close the gap for the rental needs of residents on the HCV wait list.
The County has funded the CCHA recently 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.
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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.
In addition, the County will continue to work with CCHA during PY 2025 to review annual plans for
consistency with the County’s Consolidated Plan.
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.
The CCHA also posts notice of Board Meetings on its official website to give residents the opportunity to
attend. The agenda is published to provide transparency and to encourage inclusion of residents and
community members.
If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be
provided or other assistance
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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,
Street Outreach 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 Southwest Florida (SWFL) Regional Coalition to
End Homelessness, 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.
While Collier County no longer directly funds HMIS, the County supports HMIS data operations to ensure
accurate tracking and reporting of the homeless population in Collier County.
In 2025, the Community and Human Services Division will administer homeless prevention, rapid
rehousing activities, and street outreach services under the ESG program. In addition to these services,
the County will fund The Shelter for Women & Children under the ESG program. The Shelter provides safe
shelter, counseling, prevention and community education programs. All services are provided free of
charge.
The County will continue to participate in bi-weekly meetings with the CoC to review the housing needs
of homeless veterans and general homeless populations. These weekly meetings identify available
resources to best facilitate connecting persons experiencing homelessness to available services and assist
in housing placement through partnerships with other social service agencies.
Collier County also funds subrecipients that administer homelessness projects under the ESG program.
The County works closely with area agencies 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 area agencies
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. If a subrecipient is funded through
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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 will also continue to participate in the SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness 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 identify which homeless subgroups (chronic, veterans, unaccompanied
youth etc.) are in need of assistance. The survey is conducted to provide an annual count of sheltered
and unsheltered homeless persons in Collier County meeting the following requirements: (1) unsheltered
persons, the number of homeless persons who are living in places not designed or ordinarily used as a
regular sleeping accommodation for humans, who must be counted as unsheltered homeless persons; (2)
sheltered persons, persons living in emergency shelters and transitional housing projects; (3) other
requirements established by HUD notification.
In Collier County, the 2024 Point in Time count tallied 660 individuals experiencing homelessness. Of
these, 123 were utilizing transitional housing, while 131 found refuge in emergency shelters. Alarmingly,
over two thirds of those counted were enduring unsheltered homelessness. A staggering 406 individuals
were identified as residing in sanctioned or unsanctioned encampments, RVs, vehicles, makeshift
structures, doorways, or other uninhabitable places—a marked 68% increase from 2023. The majority of
this increase comprised single adults. Notably, the count identified a total of 1,665 homeless students,
including 192 unaccompanied youth. Of these, 116 were under 16 years old, while 75 were over 16.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
Collier County currently awards a portion of its ESG entitlement funds to a subrecipient for the operation
of two emergency shelters. 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 and
Immokalee. 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
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process was to streamline the intake of homeless families seeking emergency shelter. The improved
coordination has resulted in more families being diverted 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 peri od 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 who 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. The County will also use a portion of its
HOME-ARP special allocation for tenant-based rental assistance to help those experiencing homelessness
or at-risk of homelessness to achieve housing stability. SHIP funds also help to increase the supply of
affordable housing through activities such as housing rehab 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.
Community and Human Services includes the Veteran’s Service operations to provide services to Veterans
to assist them in accessing benefits from the Department of Veteran’s Affairs. 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 energy assistance, 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
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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 ongoing 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 SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness 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.
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.
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AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j)
Introduction:
Affordable housing is a challenge faced nationwide. It is important to foster and maintain affordable
housing to keep the housing market balanced and fair. Collier County is committed to maintaining housing
opportunities and to eliminating barriers to affordable housing.
Constant shifts in the housing market and lack of available resources have been significant barriers to
affordable housing in Collier County. Post pandemic, the County’s housing market has not corrected due
to inflation. High home and land values and cost of labor and materials are impeding the development of
affordable housing and high interest rates are deterring prospective homebuyers from homeownership.
For those that are able to purchase a home, mortgages are unaffordable in part because of raised taxes
and homeowner’s insurance costs. High rental rates are also impacting the County’s low-income
population as affordable rental housing has been identified as a primary need.
Another challenge 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.
The inventory of affordable housing in Collier County is not sufficient to meet the demand for affordable
units.
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
The County’s land development codes suggest that the residential zoning criteria for the jurisdiction 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. Currently, the County offers a density bonus, impact fee deferrals, and
expedited permitting to support the increase of affordable housing.
The County has embarked on a planning initiative to develop additional incentives and programs to
address affordable and workforce housing needs in the community. The County has an Affordable Housing
Plan in place. The Affordable Housing Plan was accepted in October 2017 and County staff have been
working to implement changes identified in the plan. The County will continue working towards achieving
the Affordable Housing Plan goals. While not an exhaustive list of the report’s recommendations,
potential strategies the County has or will work on to reduce barriers to affordable housing include:
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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 previous 15-year requirement. The County has changed the affordability
period to 30 years; 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.
Beyond incentives to negate the effect of public policy, the County will further assist in reducing barriers
to affordable housing by implementing various programs targeted towards low-and moderate-income
households. Through its grant programs, the County will support affordable housing by supporting the
new construction of rental units, funding scattered site rehabilitation of rental properties that provide
supportive affordable housing to residents with a disabling condition (mental illness or substance use
disorder, etc.) including homelessness or at risk of homelessness, and by offering rental assistance. These
efforts assist in eliminating barriers to affordable housing by increasing the supply of and access to
affordable units, minimizing overall household expenses to support affordability, and maintaining the
existing affordable housing stock.
The County will also re-evaluate and adopt an Affordable Housing Incentive Plan as part of the Local
Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP) for its SHIP program and will continue to receive affordable housing
recommendations from the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC). This committee must review
policies established and adopted by the Board of County Commissioners.
In addition to the activities undertaken by the County, the Housing Authority’s activities are specifically
intended to address barriers to affordable housing by providing economic subsidies to those most in need
of affordable housing. Towards this end, the Collier County Housing Authority continues to reduce the
barriers to affordable housing by providing Housing Choice Vouchers and assistance programs aimed at
transitioning residents from public housing into the private housing market.
As part of the preparation of the Growth Management Plan Housing Element update, the County also
examined a broad range of existing rules, regulations, ordinances, codes, policies, procedures, permits,
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to address those barriers
Applications for housing, and the resulting units to be assisted with CDBG and HOME funds will be
reviewed to assure that the housing is fully available to all residents of the community, regardless of race,
color, national origin, gender, handicap, or familial status.
The County will also continue to work cooperatively with the SWFL Regional Coalition to End
Homelessness, Immokalee Interagency Council, Public Health Department, Collier County Housing
Authority, and United Way of Collier County to identify and address underserved and unmet needs.
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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 County will efficiently utilize resources to maximize benefit, even as addressing the underserved
needs of residents continues to be increasingly difficult. Housing affordability is a priority and in the
current market deep subsidies are needed. At this point, appropriations for housing programs are not at
levels to widely support deep subsidies. Additionally, the number of families and individuals needing
access to services has increased and many times the capacity to fund and implement existing or additional
programs is limited.
To overcome these barriers, the County will continue to invest its state and federal funds into viable
projects and combine and leverage other resources to continue providing residents with affordable
housing options and to increase access to poverty reduction services. The County will continue to utilize
CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds to the fullest extent to assist in meeting underserved needs.
To help remove obstacles to meeting underserved needs and improve service delivery, Collier County
works 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 that will support the development of affordable
housing, reduce the cost of rental housing, and provide public services to low-income and vulnerable
populations such as transportation for individuals with disabilities.
The County will also continue to work cooperatively with the CoC, Immokalee Interagency Council, Public
Health Department, Collier County Housing Authority, and United Way of Collier County to continue to
identify and address underserved and unmet needs.
Collier County will continue to 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
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needs.
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 Drug Court funding from the Department of Justice. In PY 2025, 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 creating
and preserving affordable housing, the County will support the use of HOME-ARP program funds for
tenant-based rental assistance and scattered site rental housing rehabilitation and the use of CDBG funds
for new construction assistance such as predevelopment costs, loan closing fees, and design costs for
senior rental housing.
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.
The County will also be updating its Fair Housing Plan (formerly Analysis of Impediments) starting in 2025
and a draft will be available in 2026. The new Housing Equity Plan will provide a comprehensive review
of barriers to fair and affordable housing and provide actionable steps in reducing impediments to fair
housing choice, particularly for protected class members.
Per state regulation, the County will also continue to develop an inventory of surplus lands and will assess
parcels to donate to affordable housing developers to create and expand affordable homeownership
and/or rental housing opportunities for low-income residents.
Activities proposed in the PY 2025 Annual Action Plan demonstrate continued efforts to provide decent
housing for vulnerable populations, including the homeless, elderly and homeowners with a severe cost
burden by: providing funding for housing rehabilitation; supporting social service organizations that
provide temporary housing, transitional housing and counseling services to the homeless population and
to those at risk of becoming homeless.
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, HOME, or ESG grant programs are
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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 recognizes the interrelationship between housing and economic opportunities and the
need to pursue both to assist households to attain self-sufficiency. The County recognizes that while it has
defined priority strategy areas, they are not separate or isolated strategies. These strategies are inter-
related and impact, reinforce, and contribute to each other to achieve the common goal of a viable and
vibrant community. Collier County will continue to implement critical housing activities such as rental
assistance to help reduce the number of households in poverty.
All the programs outlined in the Consolidated Plan and related PY 2025 Action Plan are intended to
provide benefits to residents that are considered low-income and/or fall below the federal poverty line.
The Community Development Block Grant Program’s objectives are to develop viable communities that
provide decent, safe, and sanitary housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic
opportunities primarily for persons of low- and moderate-income. The County utilizes its CDBG program
to make a difference in the lives of its residents by providing resources to address unique community
development needs. The County’s HOME and SHIP programs are utilized to help increase the supply of
affordable housing for low- to moderate- income households. The County’s housing programs help to
reduce housing costs for low-income families and assist in reducing the overall poverty level of the
community. Programs include rental subsidies, rehabilitation of rental units, and support of rental housing
development.
Collier County also provides funds to The Shelter for Abused Women and Children which offers emergency
shelter facilities and essential services for homeless prevention to assist in reducing the number of
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The County is proud of its work to eliminate cost burden and targets resources in an effective and
coordinated manner. In addition to combatting poverty through its housing and community development
programs, the County has two designated CRAs and continues to focus much of its HUD funding in those
areas. By doing so, the County leverages complementary initiatives aimed at workforce development,
business development, public infrastructure and community programming initiatives, and other quality
of life features that connect persons living in poverty with services, and opportunities to lift those families
out of poverty.
Other actions and strategies the County will employ to reduce the number of poverty-level families
includes:
1. Supporting the collaborative efforts of the service providers in Collier County to attract new
business and industry to Collier.
2. Supporting the efforts of the Chamber of Commerce to target certain segments of the economy
for business development/job creation.
3. Encouraging nonprofit organizations to expand housing development programs to incorporate
job-training opportunities as a part of their operations.
4. Promoting the use of referral services for the existing Human Service Centers which involves a
partnership with many human service agencies, including job referrals.
5. Working to develop a CHDO to meet the requirements of the designation in order to develop
affordable housing for low/moderate income persons.
6. Participating 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. Using enhanced accomplishment data as a criterion in the evaluation of applications for ESG
funding.
8. Supporting 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
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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.
The County also partners with the SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness and is a regular
participant in CoC meetings. The County contributes and participates at the requested levels to aid the
Coalition in addressing the homeless situation that exists in the area.
The County has continued to focus on its mental health and substance abuse treatment services to better
serve clients who have both types of needs. The County has instituted an opioid drug response team that
helps to improve communication between all levels of those in the medical, mental health and substance
abuse and government agencies.
The County is also working to establish a Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) to
partner with to carry out housing development activities. This will increase capacity and the institutional
structure to carry out HOME programs.
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 webpages, social service organizations, subcontractors, and public and private entities. Collier
County offers a website, www.colliercountyhousing.com, that provides valuable information on
affordable housing, rental assistance programs, homebuyer assistance, SHIP and HOME initiatives, as
well as incentives for developers. In addition, Collier County will enhance coordination through
subrecipient meetings that bring together affordable housing developers and social service agencies.
There is a quarterly housing alliance meeting hosted by the Collier County Community Land Trust and they
bring together legislators, commissioners, philanthropic organizations, and developers to address
affordable housing issues and strategies to implement partnerships and pending and upcoming legislation
at the state and local level.
The County will encourage community-based solutions and regional partnerships and will continue to
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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 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 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
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%
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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 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.
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3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units
acquired with HOME funds? As outlined in 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 will administer
HOME TBRA.
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 who are in extremely low and low-income households and who
are also experiencing homelessness or are unstably housed. This preference is needed to narrow the
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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.
Describe eligible applicants (e.g. categories of eligible applicants), its process for solicitating and
funding applications or proposals (e.g. competition, first-come first serve) and where detailed
information may be obtained (e.g. application packages are available at the office of the jurisdiction
or on the jurisdiction website).
An annual competitive application process is used to solicit subrecipient agencies. Notice of Funding
is disseminated through public notice in the local newspaper, on the County website, and relayed
directly to existing partner agencies at quarterly partnership meetings. Applications are accepted
through an online portal connected to the County’s grant management software via a link on the
County website. When the application period has closed, complete applications are forwarded to a
Review & Ranking committee for scoring and recommendations of award (Community & Human
Services Division employees do not participate in the selection process). Once awarded, the
subrecipient agreement requires the partner agency to qualify applicants for assistance and adhere
to the tenant selection criteria found at 24 CFR 92.253(d).
Collier County uses subrecipients to administer HOME construction projects. This year, Community
& Human Services will administer HOME Tenant Based Rental Assistance, HOME Homebuyer
Assistance and HOME-ARP Tenant-Based Rental Assistance as no applications were submitted by
subrecipients.
Community & Human Services’ current HOME Policies and Procedures manual includes a CHS Tenant
Selection Policy & Procedure as well as the requirement for the subrecipient to provide a Tenant Policy
Manual.
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income population.
The County is only limited to the funds available in the HOME program and does not have a
preference; however, all beneficiaries of the HOME program must meet income eligibility
requirements.
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. Describe amount of ESG funds budgeted for street outreach and emergency shelter activities
(note cannot exceed the greater of 60% of the jurisdiction’s fiscal year ESG grant).
The County’s FY 2025 ESG grant annual allocation is $214,074. In PY 2025 the County budgeted
$65,000 (30.4%) for Emergency Shelter services through The Shelter for Abused Women & Children
and $30,000 (14%) for Street Outreach services for a total of $95,000 for these activities. Under ESG
guidelines, no more than 60% of the FY25 ESG grant may be allocated towards these activities. The
County has also budgeted $16,055.55 (7.5%) for admin of the ESG program, and the balance of
$103,018.45 towards Rapid Rehousing and Homeless Prevention activities.
3. 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.
4. 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
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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.
e) Project Selection: Review of project applications by review committee, Present recommendations
to the Board of County Commissioners, Public Hearing, and Final Selection sent to HUD.
5. 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 SWFL Regional Coalition to End Homelessness. 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.
6. 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. Subrecipients 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 provide
recommendations for program improvements.
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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.
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