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06/05/2025Thursday, June 5, 2025 6:00 PM City of Clearwater Main Library - Council Chambers 100 N. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33755 Main Library - Council Chambers City Council Meeting Agenda June 5, 2025City Council Meeting Agenda Welcome. We are glad to have you join us. If you wish to address the Council, please complete a Comment Card. Comment Cards are on the right-hand side of the dais by the City Clerk. When recognized, please hand your card to the Clerk, approach the podium and state your name. Persons speaking before the City Council shall be limited to 3 minutes unless otherwise noted under Public Hearings. A spokesperson for a group may speak for 3 minutes plus an additional minute for each person in the audience that waives their right to speak, up to a maximum of 10 minutes. Prior to the item being presented, please obtain the form to designate a spokesperson from the City Clerk. Up to 60 minutes of public comment will be allowed for an agenda item. No person shall speak more than once on the same subject unless granted permission by the City Council. The City of Clearwater strongly supports and fully complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Please advise us at least 48 hours prior to the meeting if you require special accommodations at 727-562-4090. Assisted Listening Devices are available. Kindly refrain from using cell phones and electronic devices during the meeting. Citizens wishing to provide comments on an agenda item are encouraged to do so in advance through written comment. The City has established the following two options: 1) eComments via Granicus - eComments is integrated with the published meeting agenda. Individuals may review the agenda item details and indicate their position on the item. You will be prompted to set up a user profile to allow you to comment, which will become part of the official public record. The eComment period is open from the time the agenda is published. All comments received by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting will become part of the official record. 2) Email – Individuals may submit written comments or videos to ClearwaterCouncil@myclearwater.com. All comments received by 5:00 p.m. the day before the meeting will become part of the official record. 1. Call to Order 2. Invocation 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Special recognitions and Presentations (Proclamations, service awards, or other special recognitions. Presentations by governmental agencies or groups providing formal updates to Council will be limited to ten minutes.) 4.1 National Homeownership Month Proclamation 4.2 Federal Legislative Update - Harry Glenn, Van Scoyoc Associates, Inc. 5. Approval of Minutes 5.1 Approve the May 15, 2025 City Council meeting minutes as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. Page 2 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 June 5, 2025City Council Meeting Agenda 6. Consent Agenda The Consent Agenda contains normal, routine business items that are very likely to be approved by the City Council by a single motion. These items are not discussed, and may all be approved as recommended on the staff reports. Council questions on these items were answered prior to the meeting. The Mayor will provide an opportunity for a Councilmember or a member of the public to ask that an item be pulled from the Consent Agenda for discussion. Items pulled will receive separate action. All items not removed from the Consent Agenda will be approved by a single motion of the council. 6.1 Approve the Substantial Amendment to City of Clearwater’s Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan and the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan and authorize the City to modify existing agreements and request new applications for funding. (consent) 6.2 Accept a Gas Utility Easement from REAL SUB LLC , for the construction, installation, and maintenance of gas utility facilities on real property located in Trinity, FL 34655. (consent) 6.3 Authorize the addition of one new bid line item with Equix Holdings, Inc., dba Equix Energy Services, LLC, of Midway, FL, for the installation of a 16-inch pipeline and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 6.4 Authorize Guaranteed Maximum Price proposal to Bandes Construction Company, Inc. of Dunedin, FL in the amount of $313,575.00 for permanent repairs to the Pier 60 bait house and temporary repairs to railing west of the bait house pursuant to Construction Manager at Risk Services Continuing Contracts and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)  6.5 Authorize purchase orders to Agni Enterprises, LLC (dba) Head to Heels Safety Supplies, Aqua Triangle 1 Corp, Commercial Energy Specialists, LLC, and Harcros Chemicals Inc. to supply and deliver swimming pool grade chemicals to various facilities throughout the City in the cumulative annual amount of $225,000.00 for initial term, July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026, with two one-year renewal options at $225,000 annually pursuant to Invitation to Bid 11-25 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)    Page 3 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 June 5, 2025City Council Meeting Agenda 6.6 Award purchase orders to Big Earth Landscape Supply, Consolidated Resource Recovery, Inc, Ewing Irrigation Products Inc, Howard Fertilizer and Chemical Company Inc, SiteOne Landscape Supply and The SOS Team to supply and deliver various athletic field materials for Parks Beautification Infrastructure (PBI) and Athletic Field Maintenance Divisions in the cumulative annual amount of $300,000.00 for initial term of June 6, 2025 through June 5, 2026, with two, one-year renewal options pursuant to Invitation to Bid 06-25 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent)  6.7 Approve an Agreement between Julie Marcus, Pinellas County Supervisor of Elections (SOE) and the City of Clearwater to use the Countryside Recreation Center (2640 Sabal Springs Drive) as an early voting site for the November 3, 2026 General Elections and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 6.8 Approve purchase order to Aquatic Control Group of Miami, FL, for Alligator Creek Tree Removal in the not-to-exceed amount of $250,000.00, on a unit-price basis, pursuant to Invitation to Bid (ITB) 22-25 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 6.9 Award a construction contract to Central Florida Contractors, Inc. of Seminole, Florida, for the 2025 Sidewalk project in the annual amount not-to-exceed $2,000,000 for an initial one-year term with option for three additional one-year renewal terms on a unit price basis, pursuant to Invitation to Bid (ITB) 25-0001-EN and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 6.10 Approve a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) proposal from Biltmore Construction Co., Inc. of Belleair, Florida, under the continuing services contract, for the demolition of the former Fire Station 45, in the amount of $272,437.00 pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 51-24, Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) Continuing Services Contract, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 6.11 Approve the Fire Station 47 Funding Agreement between the City of Clearwater and Pinellas County to provide funding to reimburse the City for the construction of new Fire Station 47, in an amount up to $1,192,028.65, during the contract period concluding December 31, 2025, pursuant to Florida Statutes Section 163.01, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 6.12 Approve a renewal contract with Granicus, LLC of Washington, DC for software subscription maintenance and professional services in an amount not-to-exceed $1,380,048.57 for a term effective June 1, 2025 through May 31, 2030, pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.563(1)(d), non-competitive purchase (impractical), and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) Page 4 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 June 5, 2025City Council Meeting Agenda 6.13 Approve a purchase order to Convergint Technologies, LLC. of Schaumburg, IL, for software and existing hardware maintenance for security systems at city facilities in a not-to-exceed amount of $1,088,879.59 for the term beginning June 1, 2025 through February 18, 2029; pursuant to Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.563(1)(c), Piggyback and 2.563(1)(d) Non-Competitive purchases (impractical) and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 6.14 Authorize an increase to the purchase order with GSA Security, Inc. of Tampa, FL, for the purchase, installation, maintenance, and repair of security cameras in the amount of $200,000.00 for the term ending October 24, 2025, bringing the total not-to-exceed amount to $400,000.00 and an increase of $150,000.00 to the subsequent one-year renewal option for a new annual not-to-exceed amount of $350,000.00 in accordance with Clearwater Code of Ordinances Section 2.563(1)(c), Piggyback, and authorizes the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 6.15 Accept Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) Grant Agreement Amendment (No. 446805-1-94-01) in the amount of $472,235.00 for the Re-mill and Overlay on portions of the Apron Asphalt at Clearwater Airpark and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) 6.16 Authorize a Work Order under the continuing contract with Kennedy/Jenks Consultants, Inc. to provide engineering services for the design and bidding phases of tank cleaning at the City’s Water Reclamation Facilities (WRF) and the Skycrest Reclaim Booster Pump Station, project 24-0072-UT, in the amount of $109,727.00, pursuant to RFQ 34-23, Engineer of Record (EOR) Consulting Services and authorize the appropriate officials to execute the same. (consent). Public Hearings - Not before 6:00 PM 7. Administrative Public Hearings - Presentation of issues by City staff - Statement of case by applicant or representative (5 min.) - Council questions - Comments in support or opposition (3 min. per speaker or 10 min maximum as spokesperson for others that have waived their time) - Council questions - Final rebuttal by applicant or representative (5 min.) - Council disposition Page 5 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 June 5, 2025City Council Meeting Agenda 7.1 Amend the City’s fiscal year 2024/25 operating and capital improvement budgets at mid-year and pass Ordinances 9826-25 and 9827-25 on first reading. 7.2 Approve to vacate the west five-foot city utility easement by request of landowner Aaron Petersen located at 2074 Douglas Ave, Clearwater, FL per Exhibits A & B and further defined as the west 5 feet of Lot 5, and the west 5 of the south 20 feet of Lot 4, all in Block X of Bay Terrace and Bay Terrace addition, according to the map or plat thereof as recorded in Plat Book 13, Page 22 of the public records of Pinellas County, FL, and pass Ordinance 9811-25 on first reading. 8. Second Readings - Public Hearing 8.1 Adopt Ordinance 9822-25 on second reading, annexing certain real property whose post office address 1609 Levern Street, Clearwater, FL 33755, into the corporate limits of the city and redefining the boundary lines of the city to include said addition. 8.2 Adopt Ordinance 9823-25 on second reading, amending the future land use element of the Comprehensive Plan of the city to designate the land use for certain real property whose post office address is 1609 Levern Street, Clearwater, FL 33755 upon annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Residential Urban (RU). 8.3 Adopt Ordinance 9824-25 on second reading, amending the Zoning Atlas of the city by zoning certain real property whose post office address is 1609 Levern Street, Clearwater, FL 33755, upon annexation into the City of Clearwater, as Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR). 9. City Manager Reports 10. City Attorney Reports 11. Other Council Action 11.1 Duke Energy Clean Energy Connection Program Review - Councilmember Cotton 12. Closing comments by Councilmembers (limited to 3 minutes) Page 6 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 June 5, 2025City Council Meeting Agenda 13. Closing Comments by Mayor 14. Adjourn Page 7 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 Cover Memo City of Clearwater Main Library - Council Chambers 100 N. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33755 File Number: ID#25-0510 Agenda Date: 6/5/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1 File Type: Special recognitions and Presentations (Proclamations, service awards, or other special recognitions. Presentations by government agencies or groups providing formal updates to Council will be limited to ten minutes.) In Control: City Council Agenda Number: 4.1 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: National Homeownership Month Proclamation SUMMARY: Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 Cover Memo City of Clearwater Main Library - Council Chambers 100 N. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33755 File Number: ID#25-0511 Agenda Date: 6/5/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1 File Type: Special recognitions and Presentations (Proclamations, service awards, or other special recognitions. Presentations by government agencies or groups providing formal updates to Council will be limited to ten minutes.) In Control: City Council Agenda Number: 4.2 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Federal Legislative Update - Harry Glenn, Van Scoyoc Associates, Inc. SUMMARY: Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 Cover Memo City of Clearwater Main Library - Council Chambers 100 N. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33755 File Number: ID#25-0110 Agenda Date: 6/5/2025 Status: Agenda ReadyVersion: 1 File Type: MinutesIn Control: City Council Agenda Number: 5.1 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve the May 15, 2025 City Council meeting minutes as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 1 City of Clearwater City of Clearwater Main Library - Council Chambers 100 N. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33755 Meeting Minutes Thursday, May 15, 2025 6:00 PM Main Library - Council Chambers City Council Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 2 City of Clearwater Roll Call Present: 5 - Mayor Bruce Rector, Vice Mayor Lina Teixeira, Councilmember David Allbritton, Councilmember Ryan Cotton and Councilmember Michael Mannino Also Present: Jennifer Poirrier – City Manager, Daniel Slaughter – Assistant City Manager, David Margolis – City Attorney, Rosemarie Call – City Clerk and Nicole Sprague – Deputy City Clerk. To provide continuity for research, items are listed in agenda order although not necessarily discussed in that order. Unapproved 1. Call to Order – Mayor Rector. The meeting was called to order at 6:00 p.m. 2. Invocation – Major Ted Morris from The Salvation Army. 3. Pledge of Allegiance 4. Special recognitions and Presentations (Proclamations, service awards, or other special recognitions. Presentations by governmental agencies or groups providing formal updates to Council will be limited to ten minutes.) – Given. 4.1 May Service Awards One service award was presented to a city employee. The May/June Bimonthly Team Award was presented to the Pop-Up Permitting Team: Roxanna Sever, David Clark, Adrian Young, Dylan Prins, Sarah Kessler, and Gene Henry. 4.2 Proclamation for Faith and Family Month – June 2025 4.3 EMS Week 2025, May 18-24, 2025 4.4 National Safe Boating Week Proclamation, May 17-23, 2025 - Captain Karen Miller, US Coast Guard 4.5 Florida Water Reuse Week Proclamation, May 18-24, 2025 - Rich Gardner, Public Utilities Director 4.6 Public Works Week Proclamation, May 18-24 - Jeremy Alleshouse, Interim Public Works Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 3 City of Clearwater Assistant Director 5. Approval of Minutes 5.1 Approve the minutes of the May 1, 2025 city council meeting and the April 29, 2025 special city council meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. Vice Mayor Teixeira moved to approve the minutes of the May 1, 2025 city council meeting and the April 29, 2025 special city council meeting as submitted in written summation by the City Clerk. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. Note – All items on the Consent Agenda were removed. 6. Consent Agenda 6.1 Approve co-sponsorship and waiver of requested city fees for eight High Impact co-sponsored special events at an estimated cost for in-kind services of $514,390, ($482,380 general fund, and $32,010 enterprise fund), and general fund funding for the Community Event Co-Sponsorship Program cash contributions of $150,000, for the purpose of Fiscal Year 2025/26 departmental budget submissions and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) Per City Council Policy, Item 2-21, Special Event Fee, there shall be an annual review of city sponsored/co-sponsored events during the budget process. An agenda item approving co-sponsorship and level of support for these events will be brought before the city council at the beginning of the budget process each fiscal year. In the event additional money is required beyond what is approved in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025/26 budget, City Council approval will be required. On December 19, 2023, City Council policy, Item 2-21 Special Event Fee was amended to waive in-kind fees for High Impact events greater than $20,000 and approve a lump sum amount to fund the “Special Events Assistance Program” aka “Community Event Co-Sponsorship Program” for events less than $20,000. Cash funding for High Impact events were eliminated apart from $75,000 for Jazz Holiday in FY 2024/25 which was approved by City Council on June 6, 2024. Budget requests for High Impact Events in FY 2025/26 total $514,390 as compared with last year’s requests of $752,100. This represents a decrease of $237,710 (32%) for High Impact Events. The decrease is due mainly to the removal of funding requests for Veteran’s Day, Clearwater Marathon & Running Festival, Memorial Day and Hispanic Heritage events. In addition, departments including Police, Fire, Parking and Parks and Recreation were able to provide Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 4 City of Clearwater reductions to events held in Coachman Park due to adjustments made after a full year of having special events in Coachman Park. Certain events serving alcohol saw an increase in police costs due to the number of “point of sale” POS locations planned, as well as slight increases due to salary adjustments. The Veteran’s Day and Memorial Day events will be managed through a partnership with the Veterans Alliance and the City and funded from the Community Event Co-sponsorship program. Also, the Hispanic Heritage event will apply for funds through the Community Event program. The Clearwater Marathon & Running Festival is not seeking financial support but is requesting permission to allow for the closure of the Memorial Causeway for their event. The Clearwater Turkey Trot will be produced by the Parks and Recreation Department rather than the West Coast Y Runners Club beginning with Thanksgiving 2025. Co-sponsorship support is being requested for this year, but the goal is to become revenue neutral thus providing a new stream of revenue for the city. The new “Community Event Co-Sponsorship Program” was well received for the first year with 11 organizations receiving funds totaling $95,750. The average amount of funding for each event was $8,704.55. Requiring groups to provide a portion of funding from other sources has been a positive outcome of this new program.as the community events are now not totally dependent on the city for their events. Examples of Community Events include Festival of Trees, ReliaQuest Beach Bowl Day, Look Up Clearwater, Community Family Fun Night, and MLK Jr. Celebration and March. Staff is requesting a reduction in funding for FY 2025/26 from $200,000 to $150,000 for this program. Total support of $664,390 is being recommended for all Co-Sponsored events (High Impact and Community Program events) for FY 2025/26 which is a decrease of 30% or $287,710 from FY 2024/25. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: If approved, in-kind funding for the various High Impact events will be budgeted in each department’s operating budget for FY 2025/26. Funding for the $150,000 of cash contributions for the Community Event Co-sponsorship program will be budgeted in the Parks & Recreation operating budget of the General Fund. STRATEGIC PRIORITIES: Approval of the purchase order supports several Strategic Plan Objectives, including: • 2.1: Strengthen public-private initiatives that attract, develop, and retain diversified business sectors. • 2.2: Cultivate a business climate that welcomes entrepreneurship, inspires local investment, supports Eco-friendly enterprises, and encourages high-quality job growth. • 2.3: Promote Clearwater as a premier destination for entertainment, Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 5 City of Clearwater cultural experiences, tourism, and national sporting events. • 3.1: Support neighborhood identity through services and programs that empower community pride and belonging. • 3.4: Inspire citizen participation through civic engagement and volunteerism to build strong, inclusive, and engaged communities. One individual expressed concerns with the lack of pedestrian safety associated with the Turkey Trot route. One individual spoke in opposition. Councilmember Allbritton moved to approve co-sponsorship and waiver of requested city fees for eight High Impact co-sponsored special events at an estimated cost for in-kind services of $514,390, ($482,380 general fund, and $32,010 enterprise fund), and general fund funding for the Community Event Co-Sponsorship Program cash contributions of $150,000, for the purpose of Fiscal Year 2025/26 departmental budget submissions and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. 6.2 Approve a First Amendment to an Agreement between Boys and Girls Clubs of the Suncoast, Inc. (Agency), and the City of Clearwater to change the name from Boys and Girls Clubs of the Suncoast, Inc. to the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Tampa Bay and change the address from 2300 Tall Pines Drive, Suite 150, Largo, FL 33771 to 1307 N. MacDill Avenue Tampa, FL 33607, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) On December 1, 2007, the Council approved a five year-year Agreement with up to three, five-year extensions between the Agency and the City for the provision of certain desirable activities at the Wood Valley Park. The agreement is currently in the last of its three, five-year extensions and will end in 2027. Over the past 17 years the Agency faithfully complied with all requirements of the agreement and has provided various activities to build and foster the confidence, educational, recreational and social skills and good habits in young people, adults and families. The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Suncoast, Inc. has recently merged with the Boys and Girls Club of Tampa Bay to form a new organization called the Boys & Girls Club of Greater Tampa Bay. The City has determined that the proposed amendment providing for the name and address changes are appropriate. Staff recommends amending the current agreement as proposed. Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 6 City of Clearwater STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Approval of the proposed agreement amendment supports several Strategic Plan Objectives, including: • 1.3: Adopt responsive levels of service for public facilities and amenities, and identify resources required to sustain that level of service. • 1.5: Embrace a culture of innovation that drives continuous improvement and successfully serves all our customers. • 2.1: Strengthen public-private initiatives that attract, develop, and retain diversified business sectors. • 2.5: Facilitate partnerships with educational and research institutions to strengthen workforce development opportunities. • 3.1: Support neighborhood identity through services and programs that empower community pride and belonging. • 3.4: Inspire citizen participation through civic engagement and volunteerism to build strong, inclusive, and engaged communities. One individual questioned if there was a cost associated with the amended agreement. Councilmember Mannino moved to approve a First Amendment to an Agreement between Boys and Girls Clubs of the Suncoast, Inc. (Agency), and the City of Clearwater to change the name from Boys and Girls Clubs of the Suncoast, Inc. to the Boys and Girls Club of Greater Tampa Bay and change the address from 2300 Tall Pines Drive, Suite 150, Largo, FL 33771 to 1307 N. MacDill Avenue Tampa, FL 33607, and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. 6.3 Approve a Work Order to Moffatt and Nichol, of Tampa Bay, FL, under the continuing services contract, for the design and permitting of the Clearwater Harbor Marina North Basin Repair Project (23-0030-MA) in the amount of $145,904.00, pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 34-23, Engineer of Record Consulting Services (EOR) and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) Moffatt & Nichol will provide design and engineering services for the repairs to the North Basin Marina (downtown boat slips) which sustained damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The scope of work includes structural repairs to the floating attenuators, replacing the post tensioned cables along the shoreline walkway, replacement of five wave attenuators and removal of 3-20 in. square piles. Cables will be replaced adjacent to the 50 ft. long wave attenuators closest to Dock A and new utility lines (water, electric and fire systems) Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 7 City of Clearwater installed necessitated by the new the wave attenuators. The gangway, destroyed by a sailboat collision, will also be replaced. Design will take 12 months from notice to proceed. Engineering services during the construction phase are not included in this scope; those fees will be presented to City Council once the construction delivery method and estimated construction duration are confirmed. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: 3337333-546700-D2402 $145,904 Funding is available in Capital Improvement project D2402, Hurricane Helene, and FEMA reimbursement will be attempted. This project will be funded by revenues/reserves of the Clearwater Harbor Marina Enterprise Fund. STRATEGIC PRIORITY: [1.2] Maintain public infrastructure, mobility systems, natural lands, environmental resources, and historic features through systematic management efforts. [1.3] Adopt responsive levels of service for public facilities and amenities, and identify resources required to sustain that level of service Two individuals spoke in opposition. One individual reviewed matters unrelated to this agenda item. Councilmember Cotton moved to approve a Work Order to Moffatt and Nichol, of Tampa Bay, FL, under the continuing services contract, for the design and permitting of the Clearwater Harbor Marina North Basin Repair Project (23-0030-MA) in the amount of $145,904.00, pursuant to Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 34-23, Engineer of Record Consulting Services (EOR) and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. 6.4 Authorize the first amendment to the agreement with Whitlock Consulting Group of Beaufort, SC, for project management and professional services in support of utility billing system upgrades for the term July 1, 2025 through December 21, 2025, in the not to exceed amount of $173,812.00, for a total not to exceed amount of $506,548.00, pursuant to RFP 20-24 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) On January 19, 2024, Procurement issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 20-24, Cayenta UMS Database and Report Migration Services, and Whitlock Consulting Group was the only responsive response received in accordance with the solicitation requirements. Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 8 City of Clearwater In June 2024, the City contracted with Whitlock Consulting Group to perform professional services for migration of the Cayenta system database, services support for the review and re-writing of system reports, and technical services associated software upgrades. In the course of performing the services within the original scope, it was determined that Whitlock would be the best option for developing and testing some of the reports and for overseeing the planning and implementation of business process changes related to improvement opportunities identified during the discovery process. The detailed list of these specific reports and hours associated with improvement opportunities is reflected in the supplemental statement of work. These additional services were part of Whitlock’s initial response to RFP 20-24. These services are listed as optional scope item in the existing contract, and this amendment is intended to reflect the additional time and cost to perform them. Payments will be made according to the milestones outlined in the statement of work. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: Funds are available in the capital project 94829, CIS Upgrade/Replacement, to fund this purchase order. This project is funded by Administrative Service Fund revenues, an internal service fund of the City. STRATEGIC PRIORITY: This purchase will support all the objectives of a High-Performance Government, as well as Superior Public Service. One individual expressed concerns associated with the automated service. Vice Mayor Teixeira moved to authorize the first amendment to the agreement with Whitlock Consulting Group of Beaufort, SC, for project management and professional services in support of utility billing system upgrades for the term July 1, 2025 through December 21, 2025, in the not to exceed amount of $173,812.00, for a total not to exceed amount of $506,548.00, pursuant to RFP 20-24 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. 6.5 Authorize a purchase order and an agreement between Divecom Services, LLC, located at 1310 10th St E Unit G, Palmetto, FL., 34221, and the City of Clearwater to provide vessel removal, towing, storage, and/or disposal services to accommodate all needs of the Clearwater Police Department and the Marine and Aviation Department in the annual Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 9 City of Clearwater amount of $100,000.00 for the initial term with two, one-year renewal options pursuant to Request for Proposal 12-25 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) On January 9, 2025, the City issued Request for Proposal (RFP) 12-25 seeking qualified vendors to provide vessel removal, towing, storage, and/or disposal services in accordance with the RFP’s terms and conditions. A total of five responses were received. An evaluation committee consisting of members from the Marine and Aviation Department and the Clearwater Police Department evaluated the qualified responses. Based on qualifications, experience, available facilities, equipment, and capacity, Divecom Services was selected as the recommended vendor. The City may, from time to time, require modifications to the scope of services to be performed by Divecom Services. Any such modifications, including adjustments to compensation for contract terms, shall be mutually agreed upon by both parties and formalized through a written amendment to this agreement. Divecom Services shall submit invoices to the City for approval, with payment terms set at Net 30 days. The agreement establishes an initial one-year term effective May 16, 2025 through May 15, 2026, with two additional one-year renewal options at the City’s discretion. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: Funds for this contract are available in capital improvement project 315-93415, Waterway Maintenance, funded by General Fund revenues. STRATEGIC PRIORITY: High Performing Government: 1.2 Maintain public infrastructure, mobility systems, natural lands, environmental resources, and historic features through systematic management efforts. Economic & Housing Opportunity: 2.2 Cultivate a business climate that welcomes entrepreneurship, inspires local investment, supports Eco-friendly enterprises, and encourages high-quality job growth. One individual spoke in opposition. Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 10 City of Clearwater Councilmember Allbritton moved to authorize a purchase order and an agreement between Divecom Services, LLC, located at 1310 10th St E Unit G, Palmetto, FL., 34221, and the City of Clearwater to provide vessel removal, towing, storage, and/or disposal services to accommodate all needs of the Clearwater Police Department and the Marine and Aviation Department in the annual amount of $100,000.00 for the initial term with two, one-year renewal options pursuant to Request for Proposal 12-25 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. 6.6 Award a construction contract to Razorback, LLC of Tarpon Springs, FL, for Reverse Osmosis Plant 2 (RO2) Injection Well 1 (IW-1) Retrofit in the amount of $213,888.40 pursuant to Invitation to Bid (ITB) 20-0020 UT; approve Supplemental Work Order 2 to WSP USA, Inc. for construction oversight and SCADA programming for the RO2 IW-1 Retrofit, Project 20-0020-UT, in the amount of $57,043.80, increasing the project amount from $127,313.80 to $184,357.60 pursuant to the continuing contract awarded in Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 26-19, Engineer of Record Consulting Services (EOR) and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) Located at the RO2 facility, IW-1 is a Class 1 injection well that is used to dispose of concentrate, a byproduct of the water treatment process. This disposal method is commonly used at brackish water RO facilities due to the high amounts of salinity that must be removed during the treatment. The purpose of the RO2 IW-1 Retrofit Project is to reduce or eliminate air entrainment within the concentrate injection well. In October 2020, an initial work order, in the amount of $28,545.00, was approved for WSP Inc. to prepare a Basis of Design Report (BDR) which outlined potential solutions to address air entrainment in the injection well. The BDR recommended placing the injection well under vacuum (or “siphon”), installing a precision flow control valve, and incorporating additional programming to manage pressure and flow during concentrate disposal. On August 4, 2022, Supplemental Work Order 1 which included advanced design work and provided bidding support services based on the BDR recommendations, was approved by City Council in the amount of $98,768.80. This Supplemental Work Order (No. 2) was subsequently developed to include construction oversight services and SCADA system programming support integration of the flow control valve. WSP will subcontract with McKim & Creed (M&C) to perform construction administration services related to electrical and instrumentation and control (I&C) systems. M&C will also implement SCADA Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 11 City of Clearwater software updates, including PLC application modifications and Citect SCADA programming, enabling both manual and automatic valve operations and tank monitoring via the SCADA system. Public Utilities issued Invitation to Bid 20-0020-UT for construction services for this project, which closed on February 12th, 2025. Razorback LLC, of Tarpon Springs, FL submitted the lowest and only responsive bid in accordance with the plans and specifications. Following review, the Engineer of Record and City staff recommend awarding the construction contract to Razorback in the amount of $213,888.40. The City of Clearwater’s Public Utilities Department is responsible for owning, operating, and maintaining RO2. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: 3217321-530100-96767 $57,043.80 3217321-546700-96767 $213,888.40 Funds are available in capital improvement project 321-96767, RO Plant at Reservoir 2, to fund the work order. This project is funded by revenues from the Water and Sewer Utility Enterprise Fund. STRATEGIC PRIORITY: In furtherance of the Council’s Strategic Plan to achieve High Performing Government by maintaining public infrastructure through systematic management efforts, approval of a Supplemental Work Order to WSP is requested. Councilmember Mannino moved to award a construction contract to Razorback, LLC of Tarpon Springs, FL, for Reverse Osmosis Plant 2 (RO2) Injection Well 1 (IW-1) Retrofit in the amount of $213,888.40 pursuant to Invitation to Bid (ITB) 20-0020 UT; approve Supplemental Work Order 2 to WSP USA, Inc. for construction oversight and SCADA programming for the RO2 IW-1 Retrofit, Project 20-0020-UT, in the amount of $57,043.80, increasing the project amount from $127,313.80 to $184,357.60 pursuant to the continuing contract awarded in Request for Qualifications (RFQ) 26-19, Engineer of Record Consulting Services (EOR) and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. 6.7 Authorize a purchase order to Razorback LLC for Clarifier Maintenance and Services in the annual not-to-exceed amount of $515,000.00 with the option for two one-year renewals pursuant to ITB 15-25 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 12 City of Clearwater (consent) Invitation to Bid (ITB) #15-25, Clarifier Maintenance and Services, was issued on March 4, 2025. The City received three responsive bids on April 3, 2025, with Razorback LLC submitting the lowest responsive and responsible bid in accordance with the specifications for providing preventative maintenance, repair, and emergency services for 14 clarifiers located at the Northeast, East, and Marshall Street Water Reclamation Facilities. Clarifiers are essential components of the wastewater treatment process, separating solids and impurities from wastewater through gravity settling. This process enables the removal of settled solids and allows the clarified water to undergo further treatment. The initial contract term will commence on May 16, 2025, and continue through May 15, 2026, with the option to renew for up to two additional one-year terms at the City’s discretion. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: Funds for the current year (FY2024/25) are available in Public Utilities’ cost centers, cost code 550400 operating supplies and 546200 repairs & service-equipment. Funding for future fiscal years (FY26 through FY28) will be requested within the contract calendar and spending limits. The Public Utilities department is funded by revenues from the Water and Sewer Utility Enterprise Fund. STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Establishing this contract meets the City’s strategic objective of Environmental Stewardship by ensuring our plants and facilities are always operational and running at peak capacity and performance, guarding against potential spills that could negatively impact our surrounding estuaries and community. It also satisfies the strategic objective of High Performing Government by providing a high level of service to our residents and maintaining vital infrastructure. Councilmember Cotton moved to authorize a purchase order to Razorback LLC for Clarifier Maintenance and Services in the annual not-to-exceed amount of $515,000.00 with the option for two one-year renewals pursuant to ITB 15-25 and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. The motion was duly seconded and carried unanimously. Public Hearings - Not before 6:00 PM 7. Administrative Public Hearings Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 13 City of Clearwater 7.1 Approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Low (RL) and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District for 1609 Levern Street and pass Ordinances 9822-25, 9823-25 and 9824-25 on first reading. (ANX2025-03002) This voluntary annexation petition involves a 0.16-acre property consisting of one parcel of land occupied by a detached dwelling. The property is located on the south side of Levern Street, approximately 175 feet west of Ridge Avenue. The applicant is requesting annexation in order to receive solid waste service from the city. The property is located within an enclave and is contiguous to existing city boundaries to the west. It is proposed that the property be assigned a Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Low (RL) and a Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR). The Planning and Development Department determined that the proposed annexation is consistent with the provisions of Community Development Code Section 4-604.E as follows: • The property currently receives water service from the city of Clearwater. The closest sanitary sewer line is located in the adjacent Bonair Street right-of-way. The applicant has paid the city's sewer impact and assessment fees and is aware of the additional costs to extend city sewer service to this property. Collection of solid waste will be provided by the city of Clearwater. The property is located within Police District III and service will be administered through the district headquarters located at 2851 McMullen Booth Road. Fire and emergency medical services will be provided to this property by Station #51 located at 1712 Overbrook Avenue. The city has adequate capacity to serve this property with sanitary sewer, solid waste, police, fire and EMS service. The proposed annexation will not have an adverse effect on public services and their levels of service; and • The proposed annexation is consistent with and promotes the following objective and policy of Clearwater 2045, the city’s Comprehensive Plan: Objective PI 9.1 Continue to work with Pinellas County in the orderly annexation of the city’s existing enclaves. Policy PI 9.1.2 Continue to process voluntary annexations for single-family residential properties upon request. • The proposed Residential Low (RL) Future Land Use Map category is consistent with the current Countywide Plan designation of the property. Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 14 City of Clearwater This designation primarily permits residential uses at a density of 7.5 units per acre. The proposed zoning district to be assigned to the property is the Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District. The use of the subject property is consistent with the uses allowed in the District and the property exceeds the District’s minimum dimensional requirements. The proposed annexation is therefore consistent with the Countywide Plan and the city’s Comprehensive Plan and Community Development Code; and • The property proposed for annexation is contiguous to existing city boundaries to the west; therefore, the annexation is consistent with Florida Statutes Chapter 171.044. STRATEGIC PRIORITY: This annexation petition supports the Deliver Effective and Efficient Services by Optimizing City Assets and Resources goal of the city’s Strategic Plan by reducing enclaves and delivering city services to properties within the city’s service boundary. This petition also supports Ensure Exceptional Communities and Neighborhoods Where Everyone Can Thrive goal by better unifying neighborhoods and reducing issues with multiple jurisdictions. One individual made comments unrelated to the agenda item. Ordinances 9822-25, 9823-25 and 9824-25 were presented and read by title only. Councilmember Cotton moved to approve the annexation, initial Future Land Use Map designation of Residential Low (RL) and initial Zoning Atlas designation of Low Medium Density Residential (LMDR) District for 1609 Levern Street and pass Ordinances 9822-25, 9823-25 and 9824-25 on first reading. The motion was duly seconded and upon roll call, the vote was: Ayes: 5 - Mayor Rector, Vice Mayor Teixeira, Councilmember Allbritton, Councilmember Cotton and Councilmember Mannino 8. City Manager Reports – None. 9. City Attorney Reports – None. 10. Closing comments by Councilmembers (limited to 3 minutes) Councilmember Cotton reviewed upcoming events and he encouraged Draft City Council Meeting Minutes May 15, 2025 Page 15 City of Clearwater all to attend. Councilmember Mannino thanked all who attended tonight's meeting, reviewed past events, and congratulated the Christian community for the new pontiff, Pope Leo XIV. Councilmember Allbritton reviewed upcoming events. He said PSTA's Industry Day on June 2-3, 2025 will be held in the Palm Room, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and will be a great opportunity for attendees to view the conceptual drawings for the proposed intermodal center. Vice Mayor Teixeira thanked all those involved with the Clearwater Marine Aquarium fundraising event and said she was thankful for everyone's support. 11. Closing Comments by Mayor Mayor Rector reviewed recent and upcoming events. He said last night the Church of Scientology pulled the application associated with Garden Avenue and that is why it was not on tonight's agenda. He encouraged all to share their thoughts with Council via email. 12. Adjourn The meeting adjourned at 7:08 p.m. Mayor City of Clearwater Attest City Clerk Draft Cover Memo City of Clearwater Main Library - Council Chambers 100 N. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33755 File Number: ID#25-0471 Agenda Date: 6/5/2025 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Economic Development & Housing Agenda Number: 6.1 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Approve the Substantial Amendment to City of Clearwater’s Fiscal Year 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan and the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan and authorize the City to modify existing agreements and request new applications for funding. (consent) SUMMARY: The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) provided a one-time allocation of $1,637,567 in HOME-ARP (America Rescue Plan) funding to the City of Clearwater. HUD requires HOME-ARP funding to be used to assist Qualifying Populations defined as populations experiencing homelessness or at-risk of homelessness and others requiring supportive services or assistance for homelessness prevention. A Substantial Amendment is required to reprogram funds in excess of 25% of the HOME-ARP allocation. In June 2022, the first Substantial Amendment (SA-1) was approved by the City Council to add HOME-ARP funding to the City’s FY 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan by inclusion of the required HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. Previously, the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan allocated funding to Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA), Development of Affordable Rental Housing, and Administration and Planning by means of multiple specific project categories. The second Substantial Amendment (SA-2) was to allocate HOME-ARP funding to a new Supportive Services project category and to reprogram funding across several new and existing consolidated projects. The City of Clearwater is proposing a 3rd amendment to the 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan and HOME-ARP Allocation Plan to reallocate HOME Investment Partnerships Program American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP) funding. The reallocation will move funds from Supportive Services and Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) to Affordable Rental Housing. The reallocation is intended to increase housing stability by expanding the affordable rental housing stock within the city for individuals and/or families in the specified “qualifying populations” described in HOME-ARP. The total amount of available HOME-ARP funds is $1,637,567. The proposed amendment will reprogram this funding from and to the following projects: All other planned projects, proposed activities, and funding amounts not listed above will be unaffected by the proposed amendment. The City of Clearwater is holding two public hearings for citizens, representatives of the public, private agencies and organizations, and other interested parties to review, provide comments, and make recommendations on the proposed Substantial Amendment to the 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan and HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. Deadline for the expenditure of HOME-ARP funds is September 30, 2030. STRATEGIC PRIORITY: 2.4 - Supports equitable housing programs that promote household stability and reduce the incidence of homelessness within Clearwater. Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 Annual Action Plan 2021 1 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Substantially amended on June 2, 2022, to reprogram $255,939 in Federal FY 2021 CDBG funds to existing and new CDBG projects, and to allocate $1,637,567 in Federal HOME‐ARP funds by attachment of the required HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan for new HOME‐ARP projects. Amended again on November 16, 2023, to add Supportive Services as a proposed activity under the HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan, and to reprogram funding accordingly. To be further amended on June 5, 2025, to reprogram HOME‐ARP funding from Supportive Services and Tenant‐Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) to Affordable Rental Housing under the HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan. Executive Summary AP‐05 Executive Summary ‐ 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) 1. Introduction The City of Clearwater, Florida, has completed the planning process for the 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan as required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The purpose of the Annual Action Plan is to identify anticipated resources and proposed projects to address the goals, objectives, and strategies of the City’s Consolidated Plan spanning program years 2020/2021‐ 2024/2025. The Consolidated Plan guides the use of City resources to address housing and community development needs over a five‐year period. The 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan covers the second year of the five‐year period. The Annual Action Plan is developed in a manner specified by HUD, and the City has followed the prescribed format in completing the plan. During the planning process, the City published a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and conducted a subrecipient grant application workshop (i.e., technical assistance meeting) that specifically consulted housing and public service providers. The City also convened meetings of the Neighborhood and Affordable Housing Advisory Board (NAHAB) and Technical Review Committee to consider federal allocations and project applications and held public hearings with the NAHAB and City Council to approve the Annual Action Plan. The purpose of this process was to facilitate the submittal of applications for projects that will address the goals, objectives, and strategies during the second year of the Consolidated Plan’s five‐year period. There are four (4) major areas of focus in the Consolidated Plan: Housing, Homelessness, Non‐Housing Community Development and Non‐Homeless Special Needs. The Annual Action Plan process requires the City to identify anticipated resources and proposed projects to address the priority needs for each area of focus. The planning process was critical in selecting projects to effectively address these priority needs. 2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan Annual Action Plan 2021 2 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) This could be a restatement of items or a table listed elsewhere in the plan or a reference to another location. It may also contain any essential items from the housing and homeless needs assessment, the housing market analysis or the strategic plan. The City of Clearwater Consolidated Plan is structured around seven (7) goals in administering the City’s housing and community development programs. Each goal is accompanied by corresponding objectives toward meeting that goal. These goals and objectives are as follows: GOAL: PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION ADMINISTER THE CITY OF CLEARWATER’S FEDERALLY FUNDED GRANT PROGRAMS TO IMPLEMENT THE GOALS OF THE FIVE‐YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN. GOAL: HOUSING PROVIDE AVAILABILITY OF, AND ACCESSIBILITY TO, DECENT AFFORDABLE HOUSING FOR THE RESIDENTS OF THE CITY OF CLEARWATER. Objective 1: Preserve the existing housing stock. Objective 2: Increase the availability of affordable housing units. Objective 3: Assist qualified low‐ and moderate‐income households to become homeowners through supporting agencies that provide housing counseling. Objective 4: Provide mortgage assistance for low‐ and moderate‐income homebuyers. Objective 5: Provide rental and utility assistance for low‐ and moderate‐income persons. GOAL: HOMELESSNESS HELP TO PREVENT AND REDUCE HOMELESSNESS WITHIN THE CITY OF CLEARWATER. Objective 1: Support programs that offer shelter facilities and beds for the homeless. Objective 2: Assist agencies that engage in homeless prevention and service programs. Annual Action Plan 2021 3 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) GOAL: NON‐HOMELESS SPECIAL NEEDS EXPAND THE ACCESSIBILITY AND COORDINATION OF SOCIAL SERVICES TO CITY OF CLEARWATER SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATIONS. Objective 1: Support construction, expansion, and improvement of facilities that assist the elderly, frail elderly, disabled, veterans, and other populations with special needs. Objective 2: Support programs to assist the elderly, frail elderly, disabled, veterans, and other populations with special needs. GOAL: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT & PUBLIC SERVICES ENHANCE THE LIVING ENVIRONMENT FOR PERSONS IN LOW‐ AND MODERATE‐INCOME AREAS THROUGH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITIES, PUBLIC SERVICE PROGRAMS, AND ELIMINATION OF BLIGHT. Objective 1: Support the construction, expansion, and improvement of public facilities in low‐ and moderate‐income areas. Objective 2: Encourage and support programs that promote neighborhood safety and security, youth accountability and mentoring, and community outreach to underserved populations in low‐ and moderate‐income areas. Objective 3: Support agencies that offer meal and/or food bank services for persons and families of low‐ and moderate‐income. Objective 4: Support the construction, expansion, and improvement of public parks, infrastructure, and utilities in low‐ and moderate‐income areas. Objective 5: Eliminate blighted conditions through code enforcement and demolition in low‐ and moderate‐income areas. GOAL: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUPPORT PROGRAMS THAT CREATE ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES IN THE CITY OF CLEARWATER, PARTICULARLY FOR PERSONS OF LOW‐ AND MODERATE‐INCOME AND IN NEIGHBORHOOD REVITALIZATION STRATEGY AREAS. Annual Action Plan 2021 4 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Objective 1: Support building façade programs in Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas and low‐ and moderate‐income areas. Objective 2: Support non‐profit organizations in developing facilities that support the local economy. Objective 3: Support programs that create economic opportunity for low‐ to moderate‐income persons, such as job training and entrepreneurship, small‐business start‐ups and incubators, and other economic development activities. Objectives and Outcomes (Continued) GOAL: EMERGENCY/DISASTER RESPONSE PROVIDE ASSISTANCE PRIOR TO, DURING AND AFTER A COMMUNITY EMERGENCY AND/OR DISASTER EVENT TO PREPARE FOR AND/OR MITIGATE LOSS, PROTECT DURING AN EVENT, AND AID WITH RECOVERY. Objective 1: Provide assistance for activities that meet a particular urgent need or to prepare for, respond to, and recover from an event triggering a local, state, or national emergency declaration. 3. Evaluation of past performance This is an evaluation of past performance that helped lead the grantee to choose its goals or projects. The Economic Development and Housing Department oversees implementation of the CDBG and HOME programs. The previous Annual Action Plan covered the first year of the City’s Consolidated Plan. The previous year has shown significant progress in the City’s efforts to implement HUD entitlement programs. The City is compliant with HUD regulations and continues to deliver housing and community development services in an efficient manner. Over the previous year, the City received an annual allocation of $837,233 (with HUD Corrected Notice) in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and $431,344 (with HUD Corrected Notice) in HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME). With those funds, approximately 11,000 people, 6,000 households, and 56 businesses are estimated to be assisted during program year 2020/2021. With these funds, the Economic Development and Housing Department offered an array of housing programs and services providing the foundation needed to aid in promoting homeownership and/or sustainable neighborhoods:  Homeowner rehabilitation, including emergency repairs and accessibility retrofitting for persons with disabilities  Down payment and closing cost assistance for homebuyers Annual Action Plan 2021 5 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)  Acquisition/new construction for affordable housing  Fair housing activities  Funding to grant subrecipients for public services, including activities that serve the homeless, persons with special needs, or persons of low and moderate income  Funding for public facilities and infrastructure projects benefitting low‐ and moderate‐income neighborhoods  Economic development activities The City has been successful in implementing these programs in the past and anticipates the continuation of such programs in the future. Over the next year, the City will use CDBG and HOME funds to meet the goals and objectives identified in the Consolidated Plan. 4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process Summary from citizen participation section of plan. Comments and concerns raised during the citizen participation process were taken into consideration when developing the Annual Action Plan's anticipated resources and proposed projects. The Annual Action Plan is a collaborative process that involves a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA), subrecipient applications, City staff and advisory board consideration of federal allocations and proposed projects, and identification of strategies for improved coordination and delivery. As part of this process, the City sought to identify projects and strategies to address the priority needs of the Consolidated Plan’s Strategic Plan. Such priority needs were identified during the Consolidated Plan process based on past program performance, available housing and demographic data, public input, housing and service provider consultation, and community meetings and surveys. In addition, the City provided opportunity for citizen participation and comment, including public notices, a 30‐day comment period, and solicited input and direction from City Departments, the NAHAB, and the City Council to establish action items for the second year. The 2021‐2022 (Federal FY 2021) Annual Action Plan was substantially amended on June 2, 2022, to reprogram $255,939 in Federal FY 2021 CDBG funds to existing and new CDBG projects, and to allocate $1,637,567 in Federal HOME‐ARP funds by attachment of the required HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan for new HOME‐ARP projects. The substantial amendment was advertised in the Tampa Bay Times and published on the City’s website beginning on May 4, 2022, for a period of 30 days ending on June 2, 2022. The 2021‐2022 (Federal FY 2021) Annual Action Plan was substantially amended on November 16, 2023, to add Supportive Services as a proposed activity under the HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan, and to reprogram funding accordingly. The substantial amendment was previously advertised in the Tampa Bay Times on September 6, 2023, and published on the City’s website beginning on September 10, 2023, for a period of 30 days ending on October 10, 2023. The substantial amendment was advertised again on November 1, 2023, to include updated public hearing dates. Annual Action Plan 2021 6 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The 2021‐2022 (Federal FY 2021) Annual Action Plan is proposed to be substantially amended on June 5, 2025, to reprogram HOME‐ARP funding from Supportive Services and Tenant‐Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) to Affordable Rental Housing under the HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan. The substantial amendment was advertised in the Tampa Bay Times on March 19, 2025, and published on the City’s website beginning on March 19, 2025, for a period of 30 days ending on April 18, 2025. 5. Summary of public comments This could be a brief narrative summary or reference an attached document from the Citizen Participation section of the Con Plan. Although there are many issues that are important to City of Clearwater residents, the following priority needs were identified in the Consolidated Plan and guided the 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan and projects selected:  Affordable housing, housing rehabilitation, and alternative housing options  Rental, down payment, and utilities assistance  Housing, facilities, and services for the homeless  Facilities and services for persons with special needs, including behavioral/mental health counseling and/or substance abuse treatment  Services for populations that fall into “service gaps” such as youth aging out of foster care and the transportation disadvantaged  Public facility improvements (e.g., parks, libraries, and community cultural/resource centers)  Public infrastructure improvements (e.g., utilities, public safety, and transportation)  Blight elimination/code enforcement  Economic development (e.g., support for neighborhood‐level commercial, incentives and financial assistance for small businesses and start‐ups, façade improvements) 6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them All comments received by the City of Clearwater were considered and are, generally or specifically, addressed by the Annual Action Plan. Documentation of all comments received is included as an attachment (PDF format) to the Consolidated Plan submittal. 7. Summary Annual Action Plan 2021 7 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) PR‐05 Lead & Responsible Agencies – 91.200(b) 1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan Describe the agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant program and funding source. Agency Role Name Department/Agency CDBG Administrator CLEARWATER Economic Development and Housing Department HOME Administrator CLEARWATER Economic Development and Housing Department Table 1 – Responsible Agencies Narrative (optional) The City of Clearwater, Florida, is the lead agency responsible for overseeing the development of the Annual Action Plan. The Economic Development and Housing Department is the internal department that is responsible for the day‐to‐day administration of CDBG and HOME funding (see Table 1). However, the Economic Development and Housing Department worked closely with both the City Council and the Neighborhood and Affordable Housing Advisory Board (NAHAB) in addition to residents and sub‐recipients to develop a meaningful document. The development of the Annual Action Plan was based on the previous Annual Action Plan, associated Consolidated Plan, and other relevant studies, plans and reports. Some of the primary documents included the City’s Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area documents, Local Housing Incentives Strategy and Local Housing Assistance Plan, and Economic Development Strategic Plan, and the Pinellas County Homeless Leadership Alliance’s reporting documents, among others. To maximize citizen participation, City staff published a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA), held a grant application workshop (i.e., technical assistance meeting), convened the NAHAB and Technical Review Committee to consider anticipated resources and proposed projects, held a 30‐day public comment period, and held a public hearing with the City Council to approve the Annual Action Plan. As part of these efforts, low‐ and moderate‐income residents, as well as service providers, were encouraged to provide input on the Annual Action Plan, anticipated resources, and proposed projects. Annual Action Plan 2021 8 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information Inquiries, comments, or complaints concerning the Plan, any amendments, or performance reports, can be conveyed by contacting City staff at: City of Clearwater Economic Development and Housing Department 600 Cleveland St, Suite 600 (6th Floor) Clearwater, FL 33755 Telephone: (727) 562‐4030 Fax: (727) 562‐4037 Charles.Lane@MyClearwater.com Business hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday Written complaints may also be made to the Jacksonville Field Office of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) at the following address: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Community Planning and Development Division 400 West Bay St., Ste. 1015 Jacksonville, FL 32202 Annual Action Plan 2021 9 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Phone: (904) 232‐2627 Fax: (904) 232‐3759 Business hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday through Friday Annual Action Plan 2021 10 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP‐10 Consultation – 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) 1. Introduction Partnering with other local, public, and private entities is vital to addressing the identified priority needs related to affordable housing, homelessness, special needs, and community development. Clearwater's Citizen Participation Plan incorporates the goals, policies, and implementation strategies that the City will undertake to encourage and ensure adequate citizen participation in the development of the Consolidated Plan, the Annual Action Plan, any substantial amendments to the Plans, and the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER). Citizen participation provides a means of involving the citizens of Clearwater in an advisory capacity in all phases of HUD programs. Citizen participation in such efforts is essential if the activities to be undertaken are to be truly successful and responsive to the needs and concerns of the community. The Citizen Participation Plan provides for and encourages residents to explain their needs and voice their concerns. Emphasis is placed on persons of low‐ and moderate‐income who are residents of low‐ and moderate‐income areas in which funds are proposed to be used. However, at the same time, residents are reminded that their input is advisory and that final authority for decision‐making rests with the City Council, who is responsible to both the citizens of Clearwater and the Federal government. To promote citizen participation, the City published a notice of funding availability (NOFA), held a subrecipient grant application workshop (i.e., Technical Assistance Meeting), convened the Neighborhood and Affordable Housing Advisory Board (NAHAB) and Technical Review Committee to consider anticipated resources and proposed projects, published the draft Annual Action Plan for a 30‐ day public comment period, and held public hearings with the NAHAB and City Council to approve the Annual Action Plan. The NOFA, subrecipient grant application workshop, and 30‐day public comment period provided opportunities for citizens and interested parties to become knowledgeable about Clearwater’s housing and community development programs and eligibility requirements. Participants were asked to provide input on how funds should be allocated to programs and projects related to affordable housing, homelessness, special needs, and community development. See separate HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan attachment for consultation efforts specific to HOME‐ARP. 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)) Institutional coordination of the Annual Action Plan establishes a unified vision for community development. The City uses a collaborative process to shape various programs into effective, Annual Action Plan 2021 11 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) coordinated strategies. This process also facilitates the opportunity for planning and citizen participation to take place in a comprehensive context, attempting to reduce duplication of effort at the local level. The City will implement this Annual Action Plan in coordination with public, private, and nonprofit agencies. Nonprofit agencies may include, but are not limited to, service providers and community housing development organizations. Private sector partners may include, but are not limited to, local financial institutions, developers, and local businesses. The City works closely with its partners to design programs that address identified needs. Table 2 outlines the types of agencies and organizations consulted throughout the program year and during the development of the Annual Action Plan. Organizations consulted included various service providers, Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs), Clearwater Housing Authority, Pinellas County Homeless Leadership Alliance, City Departments, NAHAB, and the City Council, among others. Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness. The City coordinated with the Pinellas County Homeless Leadership Alliance during development of the Consolidated Plan and through its most recent PIT and Homeless Assessment reports and with residents through community meetings. This consultation was pivotal in preparing the Needs Assessment and Strategic Plan components of the Consolidated Plan, which collectively inform the selection of projects for the 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan. The Clearwater Housing Authority was also consulted during the development of the Consolidated Plan through its most recent Public Housing Authority Plan and other HUD reports, which also inform the selection of projects for inclusion in the 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan. 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 City of Clearwater does not receive or administer an Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG). During the development of the Consolidated Plan, consultation with the Continuum of Care (CoC) included research of the Pinellas County Homeless Leadership Alliance (HLA) annual reports and plans, community meetings, public hearings, and notices. The Consolidated Plan establishes goals, objectives, and strategies to address homelessness, which inform the selection of projects for inclusion in the Annual Action Plan. Annual Action Plan 2021 12 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The HLA, as the lead agency for the area’s CoC, utilizes the following system performance measures and procedural documents: HUD System Performance Measures, HUD CoC Project Priority Application Ranking System, NAEH Rapid Rehousing Performance Benchmarks and Program Standards, Annual Homeless Assessment Report (AHAR) and Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) data, Annual Point‐in‐Time (PIT) Count Report, Housing Inventory Count, and other documents including the Federal Strategic Plan to Prevent and End Homelessness. The HLA is comprised of 24 members, two executive officers, and 17 staff persons. The Board consists of two councils, the Providers Council and Funders Council, that work together to identify concerns and make policies and recommendations on homeless issues. The mission of the HLA is to coordinate all community partners, systems, and resources available with the goal of helping individuals and families to prevent, divert, and end homelessness in Pinellas County. 2. Describe Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and describe the jurisdiction’s consultations with housing, social service agencies and other entities Annual Action Plan 2021 13 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated 1 Agency/Group/Organization Arts 4 Life Academy, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐Children Services‐Education What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Non‐Housing Community Development Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 2 Agency/Group/Organization Bright Community Trust, Inc Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 3 Agency/Group/Organization City of Clearwater City Council Agency/Group/Organization Type Other government ‐ Local Civic Leaders Annual Action Plan 2021 14 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Public Housing Needs Homeless Needs ‐ Chronically homeless Homeless Needs ‐ Families with children Homelessness Needs ‐ Veterans Homelessness Needs ‐ Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non‐Homeless Special Needs HOPWA Strategy Market Analysis Economic Development Anti‐poverty Strategy Lead‐based Paint Strategy Non‐Housing Community Development Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Government/Local Officials, Approval of Advisory Board Recommendations and Action Plan 4 Agency/Group/Organization City of Clearwater Economic Development and Housing Department Agency/Group/Organization Type City Departments Grantee Department Annual Action Plan 2021 15 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Public Housing Needs Homeless Needs ‐ Chronically homeless Homeless Needs ‐ Families with children Homelessness Needs ‐ Veterans Homelessness Needs ‐ Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non‐Homeless Special Needs HOPWA Strategy Market Analysis Economic Development Anti‐poverty Strategy Lead‐based Paint Strategy Non‐Housing Community Development Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Internal Meetings with Economic Development and Housing Department Staff, Technical Review Committee Facilitation 5 Agency/Group/Organization City of Clearwater Neighborhood and Affordable Housing Advisory Board Agency/Group/Organization Type Advisory Board Annual Action Plan 2021 16 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Public Housing Needs Homeless Needs ‐ Chronically homeless Homeless Needs ‐ Families with children Homelessness Needs ‐ Veterans Homelessness Needs ‐ Unaccompanied youth Homelessness Strategy Non‐Homeless Special Needs HOPWA Strategy Market Analysis Economic Development Anti‐poverty Strategy Lead‐based Paint Strategy Non‐Housing Community Development Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? (NAHAB) Advisory Board, Recommendations regarding project selection and funding allocations 6 Agency/Group/Organization Clearwater Housing Authority Agency/Group/Organization Type PHA What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Public Housing Needs Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Consultation, Research of Annual and 5‐Year PHA Plans Annual Action Plan 2021 17 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 7 Agency/Group/Organization Clearwater MLK Jr. Neighborhood Center Coalition Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐Children Food Bank Neighborhood Organization What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis Non‐Housing Community Development Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 8 Agency/Group/Organization Clearwater Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Service‐Fair Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Public Housing Needs Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? (CNHS) Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 9 Agency/Group/Organization Clearwater Urban Leadership Coalition Agency/Group/Organization Type Regional organization Civic Leaders What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis Anti‐poverty Strategy Non‐Housing Community Development Strategy Annual Action Plan 2021 18 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? (CULC) Email Outreach, Technical Review Committee Member 10 Agency/Group/Organization Directions for Living Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐Mental Health What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? 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? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 11 Agency/Group/Organization FYI Community Partnership, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐Children Services‐Education Services‐Families What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? (FYICP) Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 12 Agency/Group/Organization Gulfcoast Legal Services, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐Legal What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Homelessness Strategy Market Analysis Annual Action Plan 2021 19 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 13 Agency/Group/Organization Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 14 Agency/Group/Organization Home Share Pinellas Agency/Group/Organization Type Services ‐ Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 15 Agency/Group/Organization Homeless Emergency Project Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐homeless 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 Market Analysis Annual Action Plan 2021 20 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? (HEP) [Empowers] Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 16 Agency/Group/Organization Hope Villages of America, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services‐Victims of Domestic Violence Food Bank 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‐Homeless Special Needs Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? (fka RCS Pinellas) Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 17 Agency/Group/Organization Housing and Education Alliance, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Services ‐ Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? (HEA) [USA] Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment Annual Action Plan 2021 21 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 18 Agency/Group/Organization InterCultural Advocacy Institute (ICAI)/Hispanic Outreach Center Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐Children Services‐Education Services‐Legal, Food Bank What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis Non‐Housing Community Development Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 19 Agency/Group/Organization KIMBERLY HOME Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Services‐Health What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Homelessness Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 20 Agency/Group/Organization Mattie Williams Neighborhood Family Center Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐Children Services‐Education Services‐Employment What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis Anti‐poverty Strategy Non‐Housing Community Development Strategy Annual Action Plan 2021 22 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? (NFC) Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 21 Agency/Group/Organization Miracles Outreach CDC, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Services ‐ Housing Services‐Children What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Homelessness Needs ‐ Unaccompanied youth Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? [Community Development Center] Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 22 Agency/Group/Organization Homeless Leadership Alliance of Pinellas, Inc. 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 Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Consultation, Research of Reports and Plans, Email Outreach, Technical Review Committee Member Annual Action Plan 2021 23 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 23 Agency/Group/Organization Pinellas Ex‐Offender Re‐Entry Coalition, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐homeless Re‐Entry Program What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Homelessness Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 24 Agency/Group/Organization Pinellas Opportunity Council, Inc. ‐ Chore Service Program Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐Elderly Persons What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? 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? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 25 Agency/Group/Organization Hispanic Business Initiative Fund, Inc. dba Prospera Agency/Group/Organization Type Economic Development What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis Anti‐poverty Strategy Non‐Housing Community Development Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 26 Agency/Group/Organization R'Club Child Care, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐Children Annual Action Plan 2021 24 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis Non‐Housing Community Development Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 27 Agency/Group/Organization Southport Financial Services, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? (SPHome) Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 28 Agency/Group/Organization St. Vincent de Paul Community Kitchen and Resource Center Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐homeless Soup Kitchen 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 Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment Annual Action Plan 2021 25 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 29 Agency/Group/Organization Suncoast Housing Connections Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing Service‐Fair Housing What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? [fka Tampa Bay Community Development Corporation (CDC)] Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 30 Agency/Group/Organization Tampa Bay Black Business Investment Corporation Agency/Group/Organization Type Investment Corporation What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis Anti‐poverty Strategy Non‐Housing Community Development Strategy Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? (BBIC) Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment 31 Agency/Group/Organization Tarpon Springs Housing Authority Agency/Group/Organization Type PHA What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Public Housing Needs Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Consultation, Research of Annual and 5‐Year PHA Plans Annual Action Plan 2021 26 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 32 Agency/Group/Organization Salvation Army Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐homeless 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 Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach, Technical Review Committee Member 33 Agency/Group/Organization WestCare GulfCoast‐Florida, Inc. Agency/Group/Organization Type Services‐Persons with HIV/AIDS Services‐Health Services‐Mental Health What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Market Analysis Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of the consultation or areas for improved coordination? Email Outreach for NOFA/Technical Assistance Meeting, Opportunity to Apply or Comment Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting During the development of the Consolidated Plan, the City of Clearwater consulted with the lead agency for the CoC, local and county public housing authorities (PHAs), affordable housing providers, various social service providers, City departments, and civic leaders. Additionally, during the development of the 2021/2022 Action Plan, the citizens, including but not limited to low‐ and moderate‐income residents and other entities impacted by housing and community development activities, were noticed of funding availability, a subrecipient grant application Annual Action Plan 2021 27 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) workshop (i.e., technical assistance meeting), posting of the draft Annual Action Plan for a 30‐day comment period, and meetings and public hearings of the NAHAB and City Council. Such noticing occurred by email, City website, and newspaper advertisements. Other agencies and organizations not directly consulted were consulted indirectly by research of published plans and reports. See separate HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan attachment for consultation efforts specific to HOME‐ARP. 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 Pinellas County Homeless Leadership Alliance Homelessness/Help to prevent and reduce homelessness within the City of Clearwater. State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) City of Clearwater/State of Florida Housing/Provide availability of and accessibility to decent affordable housing for the residents of the City of Clearwater (e.g., identification of barriers and incentives strategies). [Local Housing Incentives Strategy (2020) and Local Housing Assistance Plan (2021)] Economic Development Strategic Plan (2011) City of Clearwater Economic Development/Support programs that create economic opportunities in the City of Clearwater, particularly for persons low‐ and moderate‐income and in Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas. Tampa Bay CEDS (2017) Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council Economic Development/Support programs that create economic opportunities in the City of Clearwater, particularly for persons low‐ and moderate‐income and in Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas. [Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (2017)] Table 3 – Other local / regional / federal planning efforts Narrative (optional) Many of the programs and activities that will be carried out by the City of Clearwater during the second program year (2021/2022) will involve coordination with subrecipient agencies and organizations. The City actively works with subrecipients to support the City’s goals of affordable housing, reduced homelessness, accessible social services, enhanced living environment, and economic opportunity for low‐ and moderate‐ Annual Action Plan 2021 28 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) income persons. At a minimum, implicit in these goals is the City’s commitment to providing coordinated community, housing, and supportive services to its lower income residents. These services are provided through not only City‐administered CDBG and HOME programs, but also through subrecipient partnerships, coordination with government and quasi‐government agencies, and respective planning efforts (see Table 3). The City will continue to encourage partnerships between governments, lenders, builders, developers, real estate professionals, and advocates for low‐income persons. The City will continue to work with the building industry, banking industry, real estate industry, social service providers and other community groups to promote the development of affordable housing and related housing services. Annual Action Plan 2021 29 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP‐12 Participation – 91.105, 91.200(c) 1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal‐setting The development of the Annual Action Plan requires a citizen participation process to obtain input from residents and service providers that represent the City of Clearwater’s low‐ and moderate‐income, homeless, or special needs populations. The following section describes the citizen participation process conducted by the City to develop the 2021/2022 Action Plan. During the development of the 2021/2022 Action Plan, the City published a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) and held a subrecipient grant application workshop (i.e., technical assistance meeting) to collect applications for potential projects. The City of Clearwater’s Neighborhood and Affordable Housing Advisory Board (NAHAB) then convened to discuss the anticipated resources and applications for potential projects. Applicants were provided an opportunity to present their projects to the NAHAB for consideration. A Technical Review Committee also met to discuss project eligibility specific to the City’s federally funded programs. Once potential projects were recommended by the Technical Review Committee and selected by the NAHAB, the draft Annual Action Plan was posted for a 30‐day comment period. At the conclusion of the 30‐day comment period, public hearings were held with the NAHAB and City Council to approve the 2021/2022 Action Plan for submittal to HUD. Noticing of these events occurred by email, City website, and newspaper advertisements. Notices for public meetings/hearings included information for persons needing reasonable accommodations to participate. A summary of the citizen participation process is shown in Table 4. Copies of advertisements, meeting minutes, and other documentation are included in the Appendix. Comments and concerns raised during the citizen participation process were taken into consideration when developing the Annual Action Plan. The 2021/2022 Action Plan is intended to support the goals, objectives, and strategies of the Five‐Year Consolidated Plan, and to address the priority needs of the community. Applications for potential projects to be funded were considered by the NAHAB and Technical Review Committee, and were selected based on available funding, eligibility of proposed activities, and relevance to the Consolidated Plan. The selected projects support the City’s goals pertaining to housing, homelessness, non‐homeless special needs, community development and public services, and economic development. Program administration activities, though not part of the application process, are also included in the 2021/2022 Action Plan. No activities pertaining to emergency/disaster response are included in the second‐year Action Plan. Annual Action Plan 2021 30 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The 2021‐2022 (Federal FY 2021) Annual Action Plan was substantially amended on June 2, 2022, to reprogram $255,939 in Federal FY 2021 CDBG funds to existing and new CDBG projects, and to allocate $1,637,567 in Federal HOME‐ARP funds by attachment of the required HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan for new HOME‐ARP projects. The substantial amendment was advertised in the Tampa Bay Times and published on the City’s website beginning on May 4, 2022, for a period of 30 days ending on June 2, 2022. The 2021‐2022 (Federal FY 2021) Annual Action Plan was substantially amended on November 16, 2023, to add Supportive Services as a proposed activity under the HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan, and to reprogram funding accordingly. The substantial amendment was previously advertised in the Tampa Bay Times on September 6, 2023, and published on the City’s website beginning on September 10, 2023, for a period of 30 days ending on October 10, 2023. The substantial amendment was advertised again on November 1, 2023, to include updated public hearing dates. The 2021‐2022 (Federal FY 2021) Annual Action Plan is proposed to be substantially amended on June 5, 2025, to reprogram HOME‐ARP funding from Supportive Services and Tenant‐Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) to Affordable Rental Housing under the HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan. The substantial amendment was advertised in the Tampa Bay Times on March 19, 2025, and published on the City’s website beginning on March 19, 2025, for a period of 30 days ending on April 18, 2025. Continued next page. Citizen Participation Outreach Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/attendance Summary of comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 1 Email Outreach Service Providers/Subrecipients February 16, 2021 (Email Outreach) (Service Providers/Subrecipients) Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)/Online Project Application Process emailed to service providers/subrecipients N/A N/A 2 Newspaper Ad Non‐targeted/broad community February 17, 2021 Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA)/Online Project Application Process published in Tampa Bay Times N/A N/A Annual Action Plan 2021 31 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/attendance Summary of comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 3 Internet Outreach Non‐targeted/broad community February 17, 2021 thru March 18, 2021 Online Project Application Process made available on the City's website N/A www.myclearwater.com/affordablehousing 4 Public Meeting Non‐targeted/broad community March 3, 2021 City staff held Subrecipient Grant Application Workshop (i.e., Technical Assistance Meeting) for project applicants; provided information regarding the City's federally funded programs and application process Attendance noted; see Appendix N/A 5 Internet Outreach Non‐targeted/broad community April‐May 2021 Notice of NAHAB meetings published online to City's website and Legistar calendar N/A https://clearwater.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx 6 Public Hearing Non‐targeted/broad community April 13, 2021; NAHAB Meeting Applicants presented potential projects to NAHAB and Technical Review Committee All comments recorded; see Appendix for agenda/meeting minutes N/A 7 Technical Review Committee Meeting Technical Review Committee April 15, 2021 (Technical Review Committee Meeting) (Technical Review Committee) Technical Review Committee met to discuss applications/presentations Attendance noted; see Appendix N/A 8 Public Hearing Non‐targeted/broad community May 11, 2021; NAHAB Meeting Technical Review Committee provided recommendations to NAHAB; NAHAB provided input on project selection/budget allocations All comments recorded; see Appendix for agenda/meeting minutes N/A 9 Newspaper Ad Non‐targeted/broad community June 9, 2021 Plan summary, notice of 30‐day comment period, and notice of public hearings published in Tampa Bay Times N/A N/A Annual Action Plan 2021 32 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/attendance Summary of comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 10 30‐Day Public Comment Period Non‐targeted/broad community June 13, 2021 thru July 12, 2021 (30‐Day Public Comment Period) Draft document made available on the City's website; no public comments received No public comments received www.myclearwater.com/affordablehousing 11 Public Hearing Non‐targeted/broad community July 13, 2021; NAHAB Meeting Public hearing to receive NAHAB input on plan/recommendation All comments recorded; see Appendix for agenda/meeting minutes N/A 12 Public Hearing Non‐targeted/broad community July 15, 2021; City Council Meeting Public hearing to receive City Council input on plan/approval All comments recorded; see Appendix for agenda/meeting minutes N/A 13 Newspaper Ad Non‐targeted/broad community January 19, 2022; NOFA for HOME‐ARP Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for HOME‐ARP/Online Project Application Process published in Tampa Bay Times N/A N/A 14 Public Meeting Non‐targeted/broad community January 20, 2022; HOME‐ARP Funding Workshop City staff held HOME‐ARP Funding Workshop (i.e., consultation with organizations/agencies); provided information regarding the HOME‐ARP program and application process Attendance noted; see HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan N/A 15 Technical Review Committee Meeting Technical Review Committee February 18, 2022; Technical Review Committee Meeting Technical Review Committee met to discuss HOME‐ARP applications/presentations Attendance noted; see HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan N/A 16 Newspaper Ad Non‐targeted/broad community May 4, 2022 Substantial Amendment (CDBG and HOME‐ARP) summary, notice of 30‐day comment period, and notice of public hearings published in Tampa Bay Times N/A N/A Annual Action Plan 2021 33 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/attendance Summary of comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 17 30‐Day Public Comment Period Non‐targeted/broad community May 4, 2022, thru June 2, 2022; 30‐Day Public Comment Period Substantial Amendment (CDBG and HOME‐ARP) summary posted on the City's website; no public comments received No public comments received www.myclearwater.com/affordablehousing 18 Public Hearing Non‐targeted/broad community May 10, 2022; NAHAB Meeting Public hearing with NAHAB regarding Substantial Amendment (CDBG and HOME‐ARP) All comments recorded; see Appendix/HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan for agenda/meeting minutes N/A 19 Public Hearing Non‐targeted/broad community June 2, 2022; City Council Meeting Public hearing with City Council regarding Substantial Amendment (CDBG and HOME‐ARP) All comments recorded; see Appendix/HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan for agenda/meeting minutes N/A 20 Newspaper Ad Non‐targeted/broad community September 6, 2023 Substantial Amendment (HOME‐ARP only) summary, notice of 30‐day comment period, and notice of public hearings published in Tampa Bay Times N/A N/A 21 30‐Day Public Comment Period Non‐targeted/broad community September 10, 2023, thru October 10, 2023; 30‐Day Public Comment Period Substantial Amendment (HOME‐ARP only) summary posted on the City's website No public comments received www.myclearwater.com/affordablehousing 22 Newspaper Ad Non‐targeted/broad community November 1, 2023 Substantial Amendment (HOME‐ARP only) summary, documentation of 30‐day comment period, and updated notice of public hearings published in Tampa Bay Times N/A N/A Annual Action Plan 2021 34 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of response/attendance Summary of comments received Summary of comments not accepted and reasons URL (If applicable) 23 Public Hearing Non‐targeted/broad community November 14, 2023; NAHAB Meeting Public hearing with NAHAB regarding Substantial Amendment (HOME‐ARP only) All comments recorded; see Appendix/HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan for agenda/meeting minutes N/A 24 Public Hearing Non‐targeted/broad community November 16, 2023; City Council Meeting Public hearing with City Council regarding Substantial Amendment (HOME‐ARP only) All comments recorded; see Appendix/HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan for agenda/meeting minutes N/A 25 Newspaper Ad Non‐targeted/broad community March 19, 2025 Substantial Amendment (HOME‐ARP only) summary, notice of 30‐day comment period, and notice of public hearings to be published in Tampa Bay Times N/A N/A 26 30‐Day Public Comment Period Non‐targeted/broad community March 19, 2025, thru April 18, 2025; 30‐Day Public Comment Period Substantial Amendment (HOME‐ARP only) to be posted on the City's website TBD www.myclearwater.com/housing 27 Public Hearing Non‐targeted/broad community May 13, 2025; NAHAB Meeting Public hearing with NAHAB regarding Substantial Amendment (HOME‐ARP only) TBD N/A 28 Public Hearing Non‐targeted/broad community June 5, 2025; City Council Meeting Public hearing with City Council regarding Substantial Amendment (HOME‐ARP only) TBD N/A Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach Annual Action Plan 2021 35 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Expected Resources AP‐15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2) Introduction The Annual Action Plan must identify the federal, state, local, and private resources expected to be available to the City to address the priority needs and goals identified in the Five‐Year Consolidated Plan. These resources are summarized in AP‐15 (Table 5). The City of Clearwater expects a total entitlement allocation of $922,626 in CDBG funding for the 2021/2022 program year. Program income for CDBG is expected to be approximately $99,100 (including $71,600 from the revolving loan program and $27,500 from other income). Approximately $1,723,692 is expected from prior‐year resources to be carried over (including $587,783 from NSP3 conversion to CDBG in 2020). CDBG funds will be used for housing and community development activities including, but not limited to, housing rehabilitation, homebuyer education, public facilities and services, homeless and special needs activities, economic development, and administration of the City’s CDBG program. The City of Clearwater expects a total entitlement allocation of $452,259 in HOME funding for the 2021/2022 program year. Program income from HOME is expected to be approximately $150,000, with approximately $3,358,202 in prior‐year resources to be carried‐over. HOME funds will be used for housing activities such as housing acquisition or rehabilitation, new construction, down payment assistance, CHDO support, and administration of the City’s HOME program. The 2021/2022 Action Plan represents “Year 2” of the 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan. The expected amount available during the remainder of the Consolidated Plan is based on the Consolidated Plan’s estimated amount remaining for the four‐year period (i.e., 2021‐2024) minus the expected entitlement allocation and program income for Year 2 (2021/2022). The Annual Action Plan must summarize the City of Clearwater’s priority needs and the specific goals it intends to initiate and/or complete within Year 2 of the Consolidated Plan. These goals must be described in quantitative terms. The City has selected goal outcome indicators and quantities based on the anticipated performance measured of the 2021/2022 Annual Action Plan. See AP‐20 (Table 6). *HUD 2021 Formula Allocation Annual Action Plan 2021 36 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Notes: Program income amounts are estimated amounts and actual amounts may differ if larger sums are received from loan payoffs. Prior year resource amounts were estimated based on activities to be encumbered by the end of September 2021. These amounts will be updated during the 2021 program year close‐out. Anticipated Resources Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder of ConPlan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ CDBG public ‐ federal Acquisition Admin and Planning Economic Development Housing Public Improvements Public Services 922,626.00 99,100.00 1,723,692.00 2,745,418.00 2,758,274.00 The Federal CDBG allocation will be used for housing and community development activities. Funding from other sources may be leveraged against CDBG dollars for public benefit. Annual Action Plan 2021 37 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder of ConPlan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ HOME public ‐ federal Acquisition Homebuyer assistance Homeowner rehab Multifamily rental new construction Multifamily rental rehab New construction for ownership TBRA 452,259.00 150,000.00 3,358,202.00 3,960,461.00 1,421,741.00 The Federal HOME allocation will used for housing activities. Funding from other sources may be leveraged against HOME dollars for public benefit. Annual Action Plan 2021 38 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Program Source of Funds Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Amount Available Remainder of ConPlan $ Narrative Description Annual Allocation: $ Program Income: $ Prior Year Resources: $ Total: $ Other public ‐ state Acquisition Homebuyer assistance Homeowner rehab Multifamily rental new construction Multifamily rental rehab New construction for ownership TBRA 1,102,230.00 0.00 0.00 1,102,230.00 1,580,770.00 The State SHIP allocation will be used to match federal funding for housing activities. Table 5 ‐ Expected Resources – Priority Table Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied Annual Action Plan 2021 39 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan The City of Clearwater owns properties within low‐ and moderate‐income areas of its jurisdiction. The City also maintains an “Affordable Housing Inventory List” that is updated periodically by City resolution. As of the most recent iteration, Resolution No. 19‐10, there are 19 properties on this list. These properties are vacant and located on the following streets: Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave., La Salle St. (2), Monroe Ave., Palm Bluff St., Nicholson St., Tafft Ave., N. Garden Dr., N. Madison Ave., S. Washington Ave., Grant St. (3), Marshall St., Vine Ave., Pierce St. (2), Pennsylvania Ave., N. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. As part of the City’s reporting for the SHIP program, the City’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) regularly reviews this list for opportunities to support affordable housing production in coordination with local developers and other housing partners/agencies. The 19 properties on the list represent twelve development opportunities. Six sites have been donated for development of affordable housing and four sites are currently included in plans for development of affordable housing. Discussion The City Clearwater’s anticipated funding allocation from CDBG and HOME will address many of the City’s goals, including those pertaining to housing, homelessness, non‐homeless special needs, community development and public services, and economic development. Program administration activities, though not part of the application process, will also be funded. No activities pertaining to emergency/disaster response are included in the second‐year Action Plan; however, this goal is reserved for future unforeseen needs should they arise. The City is fortunate to have a network of public service providers and partner agencies to help address these goals through financial leveraging with non‐federal sources such as SHIP and other private, public, and federal sources. Annual Action Plan 2021 40 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Annual Goals and Objectives AP‐20 Annual Goals and Objectives Goals Summary Information Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 1 Program Administration 2020 2024 Administration Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Program Administration CDBG: $184,525.00 HOME: $55,025.00 SHIP: $86,173.00 Other: 0 Other Annual Action Plan 2021 41 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 2 Housing 2020 2024 Affordable Housing Public Housing Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Housing Rehabilitation (Owner and Rental) Housing New Construction (Owner and Rental) Homeowner Assistance CDBG: $1,062,988.00 HOME: $3,905,436.00 SHIP: $1,016,057.00 Public service activities for Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 172 Households Assisted Rental units constructed: 111 Household Housing Unit Rental units rehabilitated: 12 Household Housing Unit Homeowner Housing Added: 14 Household Housing Unit Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated: 5 Household Housing Unit Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 32 Households Assisted Annual Action Plan 2021 42 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 3 Homelessness 2020 2024 Homeless Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Lake Bellevue Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Facilities/Services for Homeless Youth/Aging Out Facilities/Services for Homeless Adults & Families Case Management Nutrition/Food Services Employment Assistance/Job Training CDBG: $218,422.00 Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 522 Persons Assisted Public service activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 234 Persons Assisted 4 Non‐Homeless Special Needs 2020 2024 Non‐Homeless Special Needs Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Behavioral/Mental Health/Substance Abuse Services Case Management Facilities/Services for Seniors/Elderly Facilities/Services for Persons with Disabilities CDBG: $131,120.00 Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 10782 Persons Assisted Public service activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 829 Persons Assisted Annual Action Plan 2021 43 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 5 Community Development & Public Services 2020 2024 Non‐Housing Community Development Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Case Management Facilities/Services for Youth Legal Services Community Resource & One‐Stop Referral Centers Community Building/Facility Rehab/Retrofit Code Enforcement/Blight Elimination Employment Assistance/Job Training CDBG: $684,827.00 Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 3526 Persons Assisted Public service activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 186 Persons Assisted Buildings Demolished: 3 Buildings Annual Action Plan 2021 44 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 6 Economic Development 2020 2024 Non‐Housing Community Development Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Lake Bellevue Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Building Facade Improvements Economic Opportunity/Business Assistance CDBG: $463,536.00 Facade treatment/business building rehabilitation: 4 Business Businesses assisted: 80 Businesses Assisted 7 Emergency/Disaster Response 2020 2024 Emergency/Disaster Response Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Emergency/Disaster Response (TBD) CDBG: $.00 HOME: $.00 Other: 0 Other Table 6 – Goals Summary Goal Descriptions Annual Action Plan 2021 45 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 1 Goal Name Program Administration Goal Description Administer the City of Clearwater’s federally funded grant programs to implement the goals of the Five‐Year Consolidated Plan. | CDBG ‐ $184,525 | HOME ‐ $55,025 | SHIP ‐ $86,173 2 Goal Name Housing Goal Description Provide availability of and accessibility to decent affordable housing for the residents of the City of Clearwater. | CDBG ‐ $1,062,988* (See note below) | HOME ‐ $3,905,436 | SHIP ‐ $1,016,057 *Note: Includes funds in Revolving Loan Program (CDBG) 3 Goal Name Homelessness Goal Description Help to prevent and reduce homelessness within the City of Clearwater. | CDBG ‐ $218,422 4 Goal Name Non‐Homeless Special Needs Goal Description Expand the accessibility and coordination of social services to City of Clearwater special needs populations. | CDBG ‐ $131,120 5 Goal Name Community Development & Public Services Goal Description Enhance the living environment for persons in low‐ and moderate‐income areas through community development activities, public service programs, and elimination of blight. | CDBG ‐ $684,827 6 Goal Name Economic Development Goal Description Support programs that create economic opportunities in the City of Clearwater, particularly for persons of low and moderate income and in Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas (NRSAs). | CDBG ‐ $463,536 7 Goal Name Emergency/Disaster Response Goal Description Provide assistance prior to, during, and after a community emergency and/or disaster event to prepare for and/or mitigate loss, protect during and event, and aid with recovery. | CDBG ‐ $0 | HOME ‐ $0 [Priority needs to be determined (TBD) based on urgent need.] Annual Action Plan 2021 46 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Projects AP‐35 Projects – 91.220(d) Introduction The City’s planned actions for the 2021/2022 Action Plan are intended to support housing and community development for the City’s low‐ and moderate‐income, homeless, and special needs populations. The City will continue to operate its CDBG and HOME programs through the Economic Development and Housing Department, which will continue to provide funding for housing rehabilitation, housing construction, and homeownership assistance. These actions will further the goal of improving the availability of and accessibility to affordable housing in Clearwater. As in the past, the City will continue to coordinate with housing and public service providers to address the needs of homeless and non‐homeless special needs populations generally assumed to be low‐ and moderate‐income. During the 2021/2022 program year, the City will fund activities that provide public services to the homeless and those at risk of becoming homeless, the elderly, persons with disabilities, persons with mental health or substance abuse challenges, and youth and families of low‐ and moderate‐income. Planned community development activities include improvements to public facilities that serve these populations and economic development activities that support business assistance and building façade improvements. The City’s planned actions for the 2021/2022 Action Plan are summarized in AP‐35 and AP‐38 (see Table 7). Projects # Project Name 1 City of Clearwater ‐ CDBG General Administration/Planning 2 City of Clearwater ‐ HOME General Administration/Planning 3 City of Clearwater ‐ Administration from Program Income 4 City of Clearwater ‐ SHIP General Administration/Planning 5 Bright Community Trust ‐ DPA/Loan Processing 6 Bright Community Trust ‐ Homebuyer Education 7 Clearwater Neighborhood Housing Services ‐ DPA/Loan Processing 8 Clearwater Neighborhood Housing Services ‐ Homebuyer Education 9 Tampa Bay CDC ‐ DPA/Loan Processing 10 Tampa Bay CDC ‐ Homebuyer Education 11 Blue Sky ‐ 610 Franklin St. Annual Action Plan 2021 47 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) # Project Name 12 Washington Street Development 13 Owner‐Occupied Rehabilitation 14 Owner‐Occupied Land Acquisition 15 Owner‐Occupied New Construction 16 Multi‐Family Rehabilitation 17 Multi‐Family Land Acquisition 18 Multi‐Family New Construction 19 Down Payment Assistance ‐ Existing Homes 20 Down Payment Assistance ‐ Newly Constructed Homes 21 CHDO Set‐Aside ‐ FY 21‐22 22 Homeless Emergency Project ‐ Affordable Supportive Housing Upgrades 23 Kimberly Home ‐ Resident Advisor Salary Support 24 St. Vincent de Paul ‐ Community Kitchen and Resource Center (Services) 25 St. Vincent de Paul ‐ Community Kitchen and Resource Center (Facilities) 26 HOPE Villages of America ‐ Grace House (Services) 27 HOPE Villages of America ‐ Grace House (Facilities, Renovation/Expansion) 28 Directions for Living 29 Pinellas Opportunity Council ‐ Chore Services 30 WestCare Gulfcoast Florida ‐ Turning Point 31 Clearwater Neighborhood Housing Services ‐ Business Center Roof/Improvements 32 Gulfcoast Legal Services 33 InterCultural Advocacy Institute ‐ Youth Leadership 34 Clearwater MLK Jr. Neighborhood Center (Facilities, Rehabilitation) 35 Pinellas Ex‐Offender Re‐Entry Coalition (Services) 36 Pinellas Ex‐Offender Re‐Entry Coalition (Facilities, Resource Center Upgrades) 37 Property Acquisition and Demolition ‐ Slum/Blight Removal 38 R'Club ‐ Breeden Early Learning Academy Renovations 39 R'Club ‐ Gateway Early Learning Academy Renovations 40 Facade Improvement Program 41 Hispanic Business Initiative Fund of Florida (Prospera) ‐ Microenterprise Assistance 42 Tampa Bay Black Business Investment Corp. ‐ Microenterprise Assistance 43 TBD ‐ Economic Development Activities 44 City of Clearwater ‐ Lake Belleview Recreation Pier 45 TBD ‐ Public Services 46 HOME‐ARP ‐ Administration/Planning 47 HOME‐ARP ‐ Supportive Services 48 HOME‐ARP ‐ Tenant‐Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) 49 HOME‐ARP ‐ Affordable Rental Housing Table 7 ‐ Project Information Annual Action Plan 2021 48 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs The allocation priorities are focused on six (6) goals from the Consolidated Plan: program administration, housing, homelessness, non‐homeless special needs, community development and public services, and economic development. No funding was allocated to emergency/disaster response; however, this goal is reserved for unforeseen urgent need activities. It is important to note that total funding for public services is capped at 15% of the total CDBG allocation. Total funding for activities related to administration is capped at 20% for CDBG and 10% for HOME. Strategic Plan Goal, CDBG + HOME (% of Total Funding)* Program Administration, $239,550 (3.6%) Housing, $4,968,424 (74.1%) Homelessness, $218,422 (3.2%) Non‐Homeless Special Needs, $131,120 (2.0%) Community Development and Public Services, $684,827 (10.2%) Economic Development, $463,536 (6.9%) Emergency/Disaster Response, $0 (0.0%) TOTAL, $6,705,879 *Includes program income and prior year resources. Excludes SHIP (State) resources. Percentages may not equal 100% due to rounding. The “Great Recession” reduced revenues for all levels of government (federal, state, and local). Reduced revenues have hindered the City’s ability to meet the needs of low‐ and moderate‐income, homeless, and special needs populations. More recently, the COVID‐19 pandemic further increased the needs of lower income residents. Combined, these events have generally increased the demand for public services, which places additional burden on public service agencies within the City. Although HUD previously waived public service and administration caps for some federally funded programs, these served as only temporary solutions to ongoing economic obstacles for lower income residents. In Clearwater, the lack of available land and rapidly rising housing prices will continue to be an obstacle Annual Action Plan 2021 49 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) to affordable housing. Rapidly rising housing prices will also increase the need for affordable rental units for households priced out of the owner market. Affordable rental development projects are needed to offset the large proportion of high‐end apartment complexes in the City. Annual Action Plan 2021 50 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP‐38 Project Summary Project Summary Information Annual Action Plan 2021 51 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) 1 Project Name City of Clearwater ‐ CDBG General Administration/Planning Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Program Administration Needs Addressed Program Administration Funding CDBG: $184,525.00 Description Administration of CDBG program. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Other: 0 other Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Administration of CDBG program 2 Project Name City of Clearwater ‐ HOME General Administration/Planning Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Program Administration Needs Addressed Program Administration Funding HOME: $45,225.00 Description Administration of HOME program. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Other: 0 other Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Administration of HOME program 3 Project Name City of Clearwater ‐ Administration from Program Income Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Program Administration Needs Addressed Program Administration Annual Action Plan 2021 52 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Funding HOME: $9,800.00 SHIP: $8,250.00 Description Administration of HOME program; funding from program income. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Other: 0 other Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Program administration 4 Project Name City of Clearwater ‐ SHIP General Administration/Planning Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Program Administration Needs Addressed Program Administration Funding SHIP: $77,923.00 Description Administration of SHIP program. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Other: 0 other Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Program administration 5 Project Name Bright Community Trust ‐ DPA/Loan Processing Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Homeowner Assistance Funding HOME: $7,875.00 SHIP: $2,625.00 Description Funding provided for Down Payment Assistance loan processing services for qualified low‐ to moderate‐income homebuyers. Annual Action Plan 2021 53 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 6 households assisted Location Description 2561 Nursery Rd., Suite D, Clearwater, FL 33764 Planned Activities Down Payment Assistance program/administration 6 Project Name Bright Community Trust ‐ Homebuyer Education Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Homeowner Assistance Funding CDBG: $15,000.00 Description Funding provided for homeownership education and counseling for low‐ to moderate‐income households. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities for Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 10 households assisted Location Description 2561 Nursery Rd., Suite D, Clearwater, FL 33764 Planned Activities Homeownership education and counseling 7 Project Name Clearwater Neighborhood Housing Services ‐ DPA/Loan Processing Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Homeowner Assistance Funding HOME: $7,875.00 SHIP: $2,625.00 Description Funding provided for Down Payment Assistance loan processing services for qualified low‐ to moderate‐income homebuyers. Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 54 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 6 households assisted Location Description 608 N. Garden Ave., Clearwater, FL 33755 Planned Activities Down Payment Assistance program/administration 8 Project Name Clearwater Neighborhood Housing Services ‐ Homebuyer Education Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Homeowner Assistance Funding CDBG: $15,000.00 Description Funding provided for homeownership education and counseling for low‐ to moderate‐income households. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities for Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 92 households assisted Location Description 608 N. Garden Ave., Clearwater, FL 33755 Planned Activities Homeownership education and counseling 9 Project Name Tampa Bay CDC ‐ DPA/Loan Processing Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Homeowner Assistance Funding HOME: $7,875.00 SHIP: $2,625.00 Description Funding provided for Down Payment Assistance loan processing services for qualified low‐ to moderate‐income homebuyers. Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 55 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 6 households assisted Location Description 2139 NE Coachman Rd., Clearwater, FL 33765 Planned Activities Down Payment Assistance program/administration 10 Project Name Tampa Bay CDC ‐ Homebuyer Education Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Homeowner Assistance Funding CDBG: $15,000.00 Description Funding provided for homeownership education and counseling for low‐ to moderate‐income households. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities for Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 70 households assisted Location Description 2139 NE Coachman Rd., Clearwater, FL 33765 Planned Activities Homeownership education and counseling 11 Project Name Blue Sky ‐ 610 Franklin St. Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Housing New Construction (Owner and Rental) Funding HOME: $610,000.00 Description New construction of 81 rental units; all units under 80% AMI. Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 56 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Rental Units Constructed: 81 household/housing unit Location Description 610 Franklin St., Clearwater, FL 33756 Planned Activities Construction of 81‐unit project to supply affordable housing for rental 12 Project Name Washington Street Development Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Housing New Construction (Owner and Rental) Funding HOME: $880,000.00 Description New construction of 11 rental units; all under 80% AMI Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Rental Units Constructed: 11 household/housing unit Location Description Washington St., Clearwater, FL Planned Activities Construction of 171‐unit mixed‐income project to supply affordable housing for rental; 17 units will be under 80% AMI, of which 11 will be funded by HOME program 13 Project Name Owner‐Occupied Rehabilitation Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Housing Rehabilitation (Owner and Rental) Funding CDBG: $322,263.00 HOME: $100,000.00 SHIP: $110,000.00 Description Funds provided as loans to homeowners for rehabilitation housing activities. Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 57 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated: 5 household/housing unit Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Homeowner housing rehabilitation 14 Project Name Owner‐Occupied Land Acquisition Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Housing New Construction (Owner and Rental) Funding CDBG: $210,725.00 HOME: $100,000.00 SHIP: $60,000.00 Description Funds provided as loans for land acquisition to construct single‐family homes. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Homeowner Housing Added: 8 household/housing unit Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Land acquisition and related activities (e.g., site clearing/demolition, etc.) for new construction. 15 Project Name Owner‐Occupied New Construction Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Housing New Construction (Owner and Rental) Funding HOME: $442,839.00 SHIP: $216,956.00 Description Funds provided as loans for construction of single‐family homes. Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 58 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Homeowner Housing Added: 4 household/housing unit Location Description Citywide Planned Activities New construction 16 Project Name Multi‐Family Rehabilitation Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Housing Rehabilitation (Owner and Rental) Funding CDBG: $385,000.00 HOME: $375,000.00 SHIP: $210,000.00 Description Funds provided as loans for the rehabilitation of multi‐family housing. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Rental Units Rehabilitated: 12 household/housing unit Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Rental housing rehabilitation 17 Project Name Multi‐Family Land Acquisition Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Housing New Construction (Owner and Rental) Funding CDBG: $100,000.00 HOME: $357,384.00 SHIP: $60,000.00 Description Funds provided as loans for land acquisition to construct multi‐family units. Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 59 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Rental Units Constructed: 9 household/housing unit Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Land acquisition and related activities (e.g., site clearing/demolition, etc.) for new construction. 18 Project Name Multi‐Family New Construction Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Housing New Construction (Owner and Rental) Funding HOME: $375,000.00 SHIP: $206,851.00 Description Funds provided as loans for construction of multi‐family units. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Rental Units Constructed: 10 household/housing unit Location Description Citywide Planned Activities New construction 19 Project Name Down Payment Assistance ‐ Existing Homes Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Homeowner Assistance Funding HOME: $337,500.00 SHIP: $84,375.00 Description Funds to sponsor the processing of down payment assistance loans to eligible households. Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 60 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 8 households assisted Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Down Payment Assistance program/administration (City‐administered, existing homes) 20 Project Name Down Payment Assistance ‐ Newly Constructed Homes Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Homeowner Assistance Funding HOME: $236,250.00 SHIP: $60,000.00 Description Funds to sponsor the processing of down payment assistance loans to eligible households. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Direct Financial Assistance to Homebuyers: 6 households assisted Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Down Payment Assistance program/administration (City‐administered, newly constructed homes) 21 Project Name CHDO Set‐Aside ‐ FY 21‐22 Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Housing New Construction (Owner and Rental) Funding HOME: $67,838.00 Description Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) Set‐Aside. Funds mandated to local CHDO to carry out housing activities. Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 61 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Homeowner Housing Added: 2 household/housing unit Location Description Citywide Planned Activities CHDO Set‐Aside 22 Project Name Homeless Emergency Project ‐ Affordable Supportive Housing Upgrades Target Area North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Homelessness Needs Addressed Facilities/Services for Homeless Adults & Families Funding CDBG: $81,588.00 Description Public facility improvements to Homeless Emergency Project, Inc. (H.E.P.) affordable housing apartments that provide permanent supportive housing for homeless individuals with disabilities, including Veterans. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 32 persons assisted Location Description 1211 & 1215 N. Betty Ln., Clearwater, FL 33755 Planned Activities These improvements include: 1) installation of impact windows, and 2) stucco/drywall repairs. 23 Project Name Kimberly Home ‐ Resident Advisor Salary Support Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Homelessness Needs Addressed Facilities/Services for Homeless Youth/Aging Out Facilities/Services for Homeless Adults & Families Case Management Funding CDBG: $22,722.00 Description Funding provided for a Resident Advisor to support the Transitional Housing Program. Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 62 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 38 persons assisted Location Description 1189 NE Cleveland St., Clearwater, FL 33755 Planned Activities Funding is for the salary of the Resident Advisor, salary expenses, and cell phone, as well as housing expenses necessary to provide on‐site 24/7 support for residents. 24 Project Name St. Vincent de Paul ‐ Community Kitchen and Resource Center (Services) Target Area Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Homelessness Needs Addressed Facilities/Services for Homeless Adults & Families Case Management Nutrition/Food Services Funding CDBG: $8,000.00 Description Funding provided for case management services to support the Community Kitchen Program to ensure long‐term success for clients who are seeking opportunities for self‐sufficiency. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 96 persons assisted Location Description 1345 Park St., Clearwater, FL 33756 Planned Activities Funds utilized for salary support of a Case Manager collaboratively with PERC in support of clients from both the Community Kitchen Program at SVdP and the participants of the STARS program of PERC. The mission of the St. Vincent de Paul Community Kitchen and Resource Center is to provide those in need solace, meals, and services in an environment that fosters self‐sufficiency. 25 Project Name St. Vincent de Paul ‐ Community Kitchen and Resource Center (Facilities) Target Area Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Homelessness Annual Action Plan 2021 63 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Needs Addressed Facilities/Services for Homeless Adults & Families Funding CDBG: $84,530.00 Description Rehabilitation of the Community Kitchen and Resource Center Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 490 persons assisted Location Description 1345 Park St., Clearwater, FL 33756 Planned Activities These improvements include: 1) Renovation/expansion of client services office, 2) Renovation of bathrooms, 3) Architect's drawings, 4) Replacement of entry/exit doors to dining area, and 5) Renovation of kitchen. 26 Project Name HOPE Villages of America ‐ Grace House (Services) Target Area Lake Bellevue Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Homelessness Needs Addressed Facilities/Services for Homeless Adults & Families Case Management Employment Assistance/Job Training Funding CDBG: $21,582.00 Description Funding provided for case management to provide emergency shelter and supportive services for parents and children at Grace House. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 100 persons assisted Location Description 1552 S Myrtle Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756 Annual Action Plan 2021 64 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Planned Activities This includes providing housing to families facing homelessness, supplying participants with basic needs to allow them to save money for permanent housing. Grace House case management staff provides status assessment of each new family, including evaluating all root causes of homelessness, building relationships of trust, and guiding them to increased self‐ sufficiency; and provides resource coordination and job search/job preparation assistance so participants can secure gainful employment to stay stably housed once they leave the shelter. 27 Project Name HOPE Villages of America ‐ Grace House (Facilities, Renovation/Expansion) Target Area Lake Bellevue Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Homelessness Needs Addressed Facilities/Services for Homeless Adults & Families Funding : Description Renovation and expansion of HVA Grace House to increase available emergency shelter and affordable housing options for homeless and recently homeless families. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Housing Benefit: 0 persons assisted Location Description 1552 S Myrtle Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756 Planned Activities These improvements include: 1) addition of a second story (6 apartments) to one of two residential living structures, and 2) demolition of existing office structure (not to code) and expansion of residential structure to include new office, learning/classroom, and storage spaces. 28 Project Name Directions for Living Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Non‐Homeless Special Needs Needs Addressed Behavioral/Mental Health/Substance Abuse Services Facilities/Services for Persons with Disabilities Funding CDBG: $83,398.00 Annual Action Plan 2021 65 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Description Exterior safety and security improvements at Clearwater Center Headquarters of Directions for Living. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 10,782 persons assisted Location Description 1437 S Belcher Rd., Clearwater, FL 33764 Planned Activities These improvements include: 1) installing ADA‐compliant automatic entry doors, 2) improving the exterior lighting around the building and walkways, and 3) installing exterior security video surveillance cameras. 29 Project Name Pinellas Opportunity Council ‐ Chore Services Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Non‐Homeless Special Needs Needs Addressed Facilities/Services for Seniors/Elderly Funding CDBG: $25,000.00 Description Funding provided for salary support for the Chore Services Program. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 29 persons assisted Location Description 4039 8th Ave S., St Petersburg, FL 33711 (Citywide/Clearwater) Planned Activities Salary support for the Chore Services Program that provides senior services such as heavy household cleaning, yard work, and minor repairs 30 Project Name WestCare Gulfcoast Florida ‐ Turning Point Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Non‐Homeless Special Needs Needs Addressed Behavioral/Mental Health/Substance Abuse Services Case Management Funding CDBG: $22,722.00 Annual Action Plan 2021 66 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Description Funding provided for case management services at the Turning Point facility, an inebriate shelter. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Benefit: 800 persons assisted Location Description 1801 5th Ave N., St Petersburg, FL 33713 (Citywide/Clearwater) Planned Activities Case management services 31 Project Name Clearwater Neighborhood Housing Services ‐ Business Center Roof/Improvements Target Area North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Community Development & Public Services Needs Addressed Community Building/Facility Rehab/Retrofit Funding CDBG: $85,500.00 Description Replacement of failing roof at the CNHS Business Center. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 96 persons assisted Location Description 1045 N Martin Luther King Jr Ave., Clearwater, FL 33755 Planned Activities The main tenant is a Head Start Program agency. The agency is a child development and learning facility that offers a comprehensive child development program designed to support children who belong to families with limited income. The program provides services that include education, health, nutrition, and other social services that contribute to children's well‐being. The new roof will create a better environment for the children and staff of the agency and allow the organization to continue to provide uninterrupted services to the children in the North Greenwood community who receive services at this Head Start Program. 32 Project Name Gulfcoast Legal Services Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Annual Action Plan 2021 67 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Goals Supported Community Development & Public Services Needs Addressed Legal Services Funding CDBG: $34,969.00 Description Funding provided for salary support for a housing attorney, paralegal, supervising attorney, and financial stability attorney to provide legal services under the Housing Legal Services Program. This includes operating expenses associated with the FTEs assigned to the program. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 30 persons assisted Location Description 501 1st Ave. N., Suite 420, St. Petersburg, FL 33701 (Citywide/Clearwater) Planned Activities Salary support for Housing Legal Services Program that provides legal services 33 Project Name InterCultural Advocacy Institute ‐ Youth Leadership Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Community Development & Public Services Needs Addressed Facilities/Services for Youth Funding CDBG: $25,000.00 Description Funding provided for salary support for a Family Facilitator, Family Support Specialist, driver, Family and Administrative Support, and Student Support for the Youth Leaders Partnership Program. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 60 persons assisted Location Description 612 Franklin St., Clearwater, FL 33756 Planned Activities Salary support for Youth Leaders Partnership Program that provides youth services 34 Project Name Clearwater MLK Jr. Neighborhood Center (Facilities, Rehabilitation) Annual Action Plan 2021 68 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Target Area North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Community Development & Public Services Needs Addressed Community Building/Facility Rehab/Retrofit Funding CDBG: $93,000.00 Description Rehabilitation of the community center. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 2,300 persons assisted Location Description 1201 Douglas Ave., Clearwater, FL 33755 Planned Activities These improvements include: roof resurfacing to eliminate leaks in the facility roof, replacing two roof‐top air conditioning units that service the rear and side office/work areas to make the space serviceable for participants, rehabilitate the main women's bathroom, and replace interior ceiling grids and tiles damaged by leaks. 35 Project Name Pinellas Ex‐Offender Re‐Entry Coalition (Services) Target Area Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Community Development & Public Services Needs Addressed Case Management Employment Assistance/Job Training Funding CDBG: $15,600.00 Description Funding provided for case management services to support the Success Training and Retention Services (STARS) Program for job training and placement. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 96 persons assisted Location Description 1339 Park St., Clearwater, FL 33756 Annual Action Plan 2021 69 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Planned Activities Funds utilized for salary support of a Case Manager collaboratively with SVdP in support of clients from both the Community Kitchen Program at SVdP and the participants of the STARS program of PERC housed at the Resource Center of the SVdP campus. 36 Project Name Pinellas Ex‐Offender Re‐Entry Coalition (Facilities, Resource Center Upgrades) Target Area Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Community Development & Public Services Needs Addressed Community Resource & One‐Stop Referral Centers Funding CDBG: $98,000.00 Description Demolition and renovation, including electrical, of approximately 760 square feet at the Resource Center managed and used by PERC on the St Vincent de Paul campus in the Downtown Gateway NRSA. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 200 persons assisted Location Description 1339 Park St., Clearwater, FL 33756 Planned Activities These improvements will allow for multiple programs to be opened and expanded to serve hard‐to‐place clients in multiple programs offered by PERC (STARS workforce training program), the People of Manufacturing (MOVE Up program, 3D printing program, CNC training program), and St Petersburg College (Soldering Program). 37 Project Name Property Acquisition and Demolition ‐ Slum/Blight Removal Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Community Development & Public Services Needs Addressed Code Enforcement/Blight Elimination Funding CDBG: $122,797.00 Description Property acquisition and demolition for removal of slum/blight Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 70 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Buildings Demolished: 3 Building Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Property acquisition and demolition for removal of slum/blight ($38,910); City of Clearwater 1011 Engman St. project (demolition only, $83,887) 38 Project Name R'Club ‐ Breeden Early Learning Academy Renovations Target Area North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Community Development & Public Services Needs Addressed Facilities/Services for Youth Funding CDBG: $73,088.00 Description Facility renovations to improve safety, access, and program quality at R'Club Child Care Early Learning Academy (Breeden location). Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 55 persons assisted Location Description 1235 Holt Ave., Clearwater, FL 33755 Planned Activities These improvements include: 1) renovation of two playground areas, and 2) removal and installation of new energy efficient HVAC unit. 39 Project Name R'Club ‐ Gateway Early Learning Academy Renovations Target Area Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Community Development & Public Services Needs Addressed Facilities/Services for Youth Funding CDBG: $40,908.00 Description Facility renovations to improve safety, access, and program quality at R'Club Child Care Early Learning Academy (Gateway location). Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 71 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 50 persons assisted Location Description 211 S. Missouri Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756 Planned Activities These improvements include: 1) installation of outdoor shed on the playground, and 2) installation/replacement of new interior LED lighting. 40 Project Name Facade Improvement Program Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Lake Bellevue Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Economic Development Needs Addressed Building Facade Improvements Funding CDBG: $129,866.00 Description Funds provided to support four (4) facade improvement projects. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Facade Treatment/Business Building Rehabilitation: 4 Businesses Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Commercial rehab/building facade improvements 41 Project Name Hispanic Business Initiative Fund of Florida (Prospera) ‐ Microenterprise Assistance Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Economic Development Needs Addressed Economic Opportunity/Business Assistance Funding CDBG: $50,000.00 Description Funding provided for salary support to provide technical assistance to start‐ups and micro and small business owners. Target Date 9/30/2022 Annual Action Plan 2021 72 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Businesses Assisted: 20 businesses Location Description Clearwater East Community Library, 2465 Drew St., Clearwater, FL 33765 Planned Activities Salary support for microenterprise assistance. These activities include: educational seminars, one‐on‐one technical assistance/consulting, and bilingual business development services and training to entrepreneurs. 42 Project Name Tampa Bay Black Business Investment Corp. ‐ Microenterprise Assistance Target Area Lake Bellevue Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Economic Development Needs Addressed Economic Opportunity/Business Assistance Funding CDBG: $50,000.00 Description Funding provided for salary support for a Business Development Officer, CEO, Accountant, and Finance Administrator, as well as a contractual BBIC Business Development Consultant, to support the Small Business Capital Accelerator Project (CAP). Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Businesses Assisted: 50 businesses Location Description North Greenwood Aquatic & Recreation Complex, 900 N. Martin Luther King, Jr. Ave., Clearwater, FL 33755 Planned Activities The CAP project delivers the CATCH Program, a 15‐week entrepreneurship training program for small business owners primarily in the North Greenwood and Lake Bellevue areas (both NRSAs), while providing training, technical assistance, and capital access. 43 Project Name TBD ‐ Economic Development Activities Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Lake Bellevue Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Annual Action Plan 2021 73 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Goals Supported Economic Development Needs Addressed Economic Opportunity/Business Assistance Funding CDBG: $233,670.00 Description Future economic development projects to be determined. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Businesses Assisted: 10 businesses Location Description TBD Planned Activities TBD 44 Project Name City of Clearwater ‐ Lake Belleview Recreation Pier Target Area Lake Bellevue Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area Goals Supported Community Development & Public Services Needs Addressed Public Park Improvements Funding CDBG: $90,000.00 Description Construction of an ADA‐compliant recreational pier. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 825 persons assisted Location Description 1426 S Martin Luther King Jr Ave., Clearwater, FL 33756 Planned Activities Construction and installation of an ADA‐compliant recreational pier on Lake Bellevue located at the Ross Norton Recreation and Aquatic Complex, to include pier design, permitting, a safety plan, installation, and related activities. 45 Project Name TBD ‐ Public Services Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Community Development & Public Services Needs Addressed Annual Action Plan 2021 74 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Funding CDBG: $5,965.00 Description Future public services projects to be determined. Target Date 9/30/2022 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Public Service Activities other than Low/Moderate Income Housing Benefit: 0 persons assisted Location Description TBD Planned Activities TBD 46 Project Name HOME‐ARP ‐ Administration/Planning Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Program Administration Needs Addressed Program Administration Funding HOME: $245,629.00 Description Administration of the HOME‐ARP program. Target Date 9/30/2030 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Other: 0 other Location Description Citywide Planned Activities Administration of the HOME‐ARP program. 47 Project Name HOME‐ARP ‐ Supportive Services Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Homelessness Non‐Homeless Special Needs Community Development & Public Services Economic Development Annual Action Plan 2021 75 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Needs Addressed Rental Assistance Behavioral/Mental Health/Substance Abuse Services Facilities/Services for Homeless Youth/Aging Out Facilities/Services for Homeless Adults & Families Case Management Health Services Facilities/Services for Youth Transportation Services Legal Services Nutrition/Food Services Employment Assistance/Job Training Funding HOME: $691,9380.00 Description Supportive services funded with HOME‐ARP Target Date 9/30/2030 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Other: 222 0 other Location Description Citywide Planned Activities If HOME‐ARP funding becomes available, Tthe City of Clearwater will contract with subrecipients to provide supportive services to Qualifying Populations under the HOME‐ARP program. The supportive services to be contracted will be eligible costs for McKinney‐Vento Supportive Services and Homeless Prevention Services, including but not limited to housing search and counseling services, life skills training, case management, landlord/tenant liaison services, and financial assistance costs. 48 Project Name HOME‐ARP ‐ Tenant‐Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Rental Assistance Funding HOME: $200,0000.00 Description TBRA funded with HOME‐ARP Target Date 9/30/2030 Annual Action Plan 2021 76 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Tenant‐Based Rental Assistance/Rapid Rehousing: 85 households assisted Location Description Citywide Planned Activities If HOME‐ARP funding becomes available, Tthe City of Clearwater will contract with subrecipients to assist Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) participants with HOME‐ARP TBRA to obtain security deposit assistance. Participants must be HOME‐ARP Qualifying Populations who reside within the city limits of Clearwater. Any portion of the proposed amount of $200,000 not used for HOME‐ARP TBRA will be applied towards HOME‐ ARP Supportive Services and/or HOME‐ARP Affordable Rental Housing. 49 Project Name HOME‐ARP ‐ Affordable Rental Housing Target Area Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas Goals Supported Housing Needs Addressed Housing Rehabilitation (Owner and Rental) Housing New Construction (Owner and Rental) Funding HOME: $500,0001,391,938.00 Description Affordable rental housing funded with HOME‐ARP Target Date 9/30/2030 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Rental Units Constructed: 2 6 household/housing units Location Description Citywide Planned Activities The City of Clearwater will contract with subrecipients to produce or preserve affordable rental units for HOME‐ARP Qualifying Populations. If the production of affordable rental units is not feasible, the proposed amount of $500,0001,391,938, or any portion of that amount not used, will be applied towards HOME‐ARP Supportive Services and/or HOME‐ ARP TBRA. Annual Action Plan 2021 77 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP‐50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low‐income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed For the 2021/2022 Action Plan, the City of Clearwater will provide direct assistance to low‐ and moderate‐income areas and approved Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas (NRSAs) of the City. The geographic distribution of funding percentages shown in Table 8 is misleading since few projects are solely concentrated in a specific NRSA. Most projects are not solely concentrated in a NRSA but are included in the citywide low‐ and moderate‐income areas and multiple NRSAs. These percentages include projects that will benefit multiple areas. See Map 1 titled, “Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas” for a graphical representation of low‐ and moderate‐income area locations. See Map 2 titled, “Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas Map” for the locations of the City’s strategy areas. [Maps are included in the Appendix.] Geographic Distribution Target Area Percentage of Funds Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas 85 Lake Bellevue Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area 3 Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area 5 North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area 7 Table 8 ‐ Geographic Distribution Annual Action Plan 2021 78 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically Four (4) areas have been designated as either Local Target Areas or Strategy Areas within the City of Clearwater. These are Citywide Low‐ and Moderate‐Income Areas, North Greenwood Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area, Lake Bellevue Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area, and Downtown Gateway District Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Area. These neighborhoods were identified in previous Consolidated Plans and updated in the current 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan. The designation of Local Target Areas and Strategy Areas increases the potential for coordinated planning and investment. The areas selected for the 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan were confirmed through the citizen participation process, which included service provider and community meetings, as well as meetings with staff of the City’s Economic Development and Housing Department. Each of these areas meets the eligibility requirements for low‐ and moderate‐income benefit. While Local Target Areas and Strategy Areas allow the City to plan and invest in a coordinated manner, they do not limit the City from expending funds in other areas of Clearwater that also meet the eligibility requirements for low‐ and moderate‐income benefit. Discussion The City of Clearwater has identified 45 CDBG and HOME projects to implement the goals of the Consolidated Plan’s Strategic Plan during the second year of the 2020‐2024 Consolidated Plan. These projects benefit low‐ and moderate‐income persons Citywide and within the City’s Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas. Projects with Citywide benefit include activities related to housing, homelessness, non‐homeless special needs, community development and public services, and economic development that meet the needs of income‐eligible persons or households. Program administration activities also provide indirect Citywide benefit. Additionally, the City has identified four (4) HOME‐ARP projects supported by the City’s HOME‐ARP Allocation Plan. HOME‐ARP projects will provide rental assistance and servicesaffordable rental housing to benefit Qualifying Populations (QPs) under the HOME‐ARP program. HOME‐ARP projects are associated with the goals of housing, homelessness, and non‐homeless special needs consistent with the QPs and eligible activities under the HOME‐ARP program. Annual Action Plan 2021 79 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Affordable Housing AP‐55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) Introduction The City of Clearwater places a high priority on providing housing assistance, such as homebuyer education/counseling and Fair Housing activities, to promote homeownership. Additionally, the City facilitates the construction of new affordable housing units to increase the supply of affordable housing and thereby address demand. These priority needs shall be addressed, in part, by local non‐profit organizations and developers that construct affordable housing for lower‐income, first‐time homebuyers. The City will also continue to deliver its housing rehabilitation and down payment assistance programs to income‐eligible households. The Annual Action Plan must specify goals for the number of homeless, non‐homeless, and special needs households to be supported during the program year. These numbers are shown in the following tables and are inclusive of the affordable housing activities shown in AP‐20, in addition to other planned housing activities identified in AP‐35 and AP‐38. Section AP‐55 (see Table 9 and Table 10) indicates the number of households to be supported through specific activities, including rental assistance, production of new units, rehabilitation of existing units, or acquisition of existing units. For the purposes of this section, the term “affordable housing” is defined in the HOME regulations 24 CFR 92.252 for rental housing and 24 CFR 92.254 for homeownership. [This section replaces the former HUD Table 3B.] One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless 0 Non‐Homeless 174 Special‐Needs 0 Total 174 Table 9 ‐ One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance 0 The Production of New Units 125 Rehab of Existing Units 17 Acquisition of Existing Units 32 Total 174 Table 10 ‐ One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type Discussion The City will continue to deliver its long‐standing housing programs, including housing rehabilitation and Annual Action Plan 2021 80 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) down payment assistance, coordinate with non‐profit organizations and developers that construct affordable housing, and support homebuyer education/counseling and Fair Housing activities. These housing activities will support 174 households through a combination of production of new units, rehabilitation of existing units, or acquisition of existing units through direct financial assistance to homebuyers. Additionally, the City will support 172 households through housing‐related public services (e.g., homebuyer education/counseling). Annual Action Plan 2021 81 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP‐60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) Introduction This section of the Annual Action Plan describes what actions the City of Clearwater will take during the 2021/2022 program year to carry out the public housing strategy identified in the Consolidated Plan’s Strategic Plan. The Clearwater Housing Authority (CHA) administers housing assistance for lower income persons and households in the greater Clearwater area. The operations of the CHA are funded through annual appropriations from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Assistance includes public housing, tenant‐based vouchers (Housing Choice Vouchers or HCVs), and special purpose voucher activities. Combined, these activities supply approximately 1,653 publicly assisted housing units in the greater Clearwater area. [Source: HUD PIC, HA Profiles, accessed June 2021] Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing The City of Clearwater works cooperatively with Pinellas County, the CHA, and private entities to provide public and subsidized housing within Clearwater. The CHA administers public housing for seniors and families in addition to the HCV program that provides financial rental assistance to income‐eligible individuals and families. The CHA and other housing providers in the community continuously seek to rehabilitate the supply of housing affordable to lower‐income residents. Although the CHA recently renovated some of its public housing units, the CHA is undergoing a voluntary conversion that started in 2020. During conversion, the CHA will ensure that residents are housed through vouchers and coordination with other housing providers. Any proceeds from the sale of public housing properties will be reinvested in affordable housing. The City will continue to coordinate housing referrals with the CHA, as well as the Pinellas County Housing Authority, in the delivery of the City’s CDBG and HOME housing programs. Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership The CHA has an ongoing management program in place to involve residents in its operations. Additionally, through the 2021/2022 Action Plan, the City of Clearwater will support homebuyer education/counseling, Fair Housing, and housing placement activities that could facilitate the transition from public housing to homeownership. If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance The Clearwater Housing Authority is not designated as troubled. Discussion Annual Action Plan 2021 82 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Affordable housing needs are met by multiple service providers in the greater Clearwater area. The CHA currently administers public housing units and tenant‐based vouchers (HCVs). Although the CHA is undergoing voluntary conversion of its public housing properties, the CHA will continue to administer vouchers and ensure that residents are housed in coordination with other housing providers. The City will continue to coordinate referrals with the CHA to connect lower income residents with housing options. Annual Action Plan 2021 83 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP‐65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) Introduction This section of the Annual Action Plan describes what actions the City of Clearwater will take during the 2021/2022 program year to carry out the homeless strategy identified in the Consolidated Plan’s Strategic Plan. Additionally, this section describes any action related to the supportive housing needs of non‐homeless special needs persons at risk of homelessness. The Pinellas County Homeless Leadership Alliance (HLA), a nonprofit 501(c)(3), serves as the Continuum of Care (CoC) Lead Agency, Collaborative Applicant, and HMIS Lead Agency. The HLA provides supplemental services, coordination, and funding management to carry out the policy goals of the CoC. The mission of the HLA is to provide leadership in the planning, development, and alignment of community advocacy, resources, and strategies to prevent, divert, and end homelessness in Pinellas County. The HLA, as the lead agency for the CoC, is the organization most suited to addressing the needs of homeless persons in the greater Clearwater area. Consistent with the Consolidated Plan’s Strategic Plan, the City of Clearwater will pursue the goal of helping to prevent and reduce homelessness in Clearwater. It is the City’s objective to support the activities of the HLA and other members of the region’s CoC that represents a countywide consortium of homeless service providers. 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 The HLA conducts an annual Point‐in‐Time homeless count and prepares a Homeless Assessment Report, both of which document the extent of homelessness in the community. Furthermore, the City received input on homeless needs during the Consolidated Plan public meetings and community survey. The priority needs of the homeless include facilities/services for homeless adults and families, facilities/services for homeless youth and youth aging out of foster care, case management, nutrition/food services, and employment assistance/job training toward self‐sufficiency. Outreach to the homeless is done by the Continuum of Care’s Street Outreach Teams that cover major parts of Pinellas County five days per week. The Street Outreach Teams are the center of the CoC’s efforts to find and engage street homeless, in place, since late 2006. Each Street Outreach Team is composed of one law enforcement officer and one case manager. Additionally, Street Outreach Teams focus on finding unaccompanied youth. Relatedly, the Veterans Administration funds Veterans Outreach for that population. Annual Action Plan 2021 84 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) All the outreach personnel meet bi‐monthly to discuss problems, identify increases/decreases in specific populations, problem‐solve, and meet with providers of emergency mats and beds. Law enforcement staff members train their police departments on working with street homeless persons. Once a street homeless individual or family seeks assistance, they are encouraged to go to Safe Harbor, the County’s emergency homeless shelter and jail diversion program where they are assigned a case manager for assessment and referral to services, etc. Unaccompanied youth are referred to Family Resources and other youth programs to get them off the street. Street Outreach Teams also process individuals for entrance to Pinellas Hope, another homeless shelter operated by Catholic Charities. The HLA also partners with the Juvenile Welfare Board’s Children’s Services Council and 2‐1‐1 Tampa Bay Cares on the Family Services Initiative (FSI) that works with families in need. The goal of the FSI is to prevent homelessness while working on longer term issues and to have one place for families to make initial contact for help. FSI is publicized widely as the place for homeless and at‐risk families to go for help. Homeless and at‐risk families call 2‐1‐1 and are directed to specific triage staff for short assessment. For the second‐year Action Plan, the City of Clearwater will support four (4) case management activities, through Kimberly Home, Hope Villages of America (Grace House), St. Vincent de Paul Community Kitchen and Resource Center, and WestCare Gulfcoast Florida, to assess the individual needs of homeless and special needs persons at risk of homelessness, including unsheltered persons. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons As previously mentioned, the HLA annually conducts a Point‐in‐Time homeless count and prepares a Homeless Assessment Report, both of which document the extent of homelessness in the community. In addition to other metrics, these reports identify the number of individuals or families in emergency shelter or transitional housing. In the Clearwater area, homeless facilities such as emergency shelter and transitional housing are provided by churches and non‐profit organizations, including but not limited to Homeless Emergency Project (Homeless Empowerment Program or H.E.P.), Kimberly Home, Boley Centers, Hope Villages of America, Salvation Army, and Family Resources (SafePlace2B), among others. Additionally, the HLA maintains an online map‐based directory targeted to homeless persons that includes contact information for emergency shelter, food and clothing assistance, and transitional housing services. This directory also includes a map of Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority (PSTA) bus routes. The City makes it a goal of the Consolidated Plan to prevent and reduce homelessness in Clearwater by supporting programs that offer shelter facilities and beds for the homeless, and by assisting agencies that engage in homeless prevention and service programs. For the second‐year Action Plan, the City will support one (1) transitional shelter activity by improving the Kimberly Home facility that serves homeless pregnant women. Annual Action Plan 2021 85 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again The City will support, in coordination with the HLA, activities to end chronic homelessness in Clearwater. CoC member agencies actively work to assist homeless individuals and families with making the transition to more permanent housing and preventing such persons from becoming homeless again. CoC member agencies support a “Housing First” approach to provide housing options regardless of whether individuals or families meet otherwise common prerequisites for housing. National resource around “Housing First” suggests that individuals and/or head‐of‐household members who have been homeless are more successful in achieving self‐sufficiency when housing stability is acquired first, regardless of whether they are sober or financially self‐sufficient in the beginning. Once their housing situation is stabilized, their ability to achieve sobriety, financial stability, or overcome other common barriers to housing dramatically improves. This is typically achieved by rapid‐rehousing and other interim housing strategies such as targeted transitional or permanent supportive housing to obtain housing quickly, increase self‐sufficiency, and stay housed. For the second‐year Action Plan, the City will support one (1) permanent supportive housing activity, through H.E.P., by improving a H.E.P. facility that provides housing to homeless persons with disabilities, including Veterans. Additionally, the City will continue to support an array of activities that, when combined, may shorten the duration of homelessness, help persons transition to more stable housing, and/or provide access to affordable housing. Such activities may include case management, emergency shelter and transitional housing, behavioral and mental health services, supportive services for the elderly, facilities for the disabled, referrals to appropriate housing providers, affordable housing unit construction or rehabilitation, homebuyer education, down payment assistance, and access to economic opportunities. 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. For the second‐year Action Plan, the City of Clearwater will continue to coordinate referrals for facilities and services available in the community that support lower‐income individuals. In addition to Annual Action Plan 2021 86 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) programmed case management activities through Kimberly Home, Hope Villages of America (Grace House), and WestCare Gulfcoast Florida, the City will support case management and facility improvements at the St. Vincent de Paul Community Kitchen and Resource Center, which is also used by the Pinellas Ex‐Offender Re‐Entry Coalition (PERC). The Community Kitchen and Resource Center provides not only case management, but referrals to other resources and programs depending on client needs. Such programs include PERC’s STARS and MOVE UP programs, which provide job training and skills toward self‐sufficiency. The City will also continue to work with housing and homeless service providers to implement a cohesive, communitywide discharge coordination policy. Such policy must be successfully implemented to ensure that persons being released from publicly funded institutions do not become homeless upon release. Other examples of such efforts, in addition to PERC, include the Pinellas County Sheriff Department’s Operation PAR, which allows ex‐offenders to receive substance abuse treatment, and the State’s “Transition from Prison to Community Initiative” (TPCI). Discussion For the second‐year Action Plan, the City will support the following activities toward the goal of preventing and reducing homelessness:  Homeless Emergency Project (Homeless Empowerment Program or H.E.P.) – Funding to improve permanent supportive housing facility for homeless individuals with disabilities, including Veterans (32 persons assisted).  Hope Villages of America – Salary support for case management (100 persons assisted).  Kimberly Home – Salary support for case management at transitional housing facility (38 persons assisted).  St. Vincent de Paul – Funding to renovate/expand Community Kitchen and Resource Center (490 persons assisted) and salary support for case management (96 persons assisted). In total, these activities will assist an estimated 234 persons during the second‐year Action Plan through case management to either prevent homelessness or reduce the duration of homelessness. Additionally, the City will support the rehabilitation of two (2) homeless facilities (H.E.P. Permanent Supportive Housing and St. Vincent de Paul Community Kitchen and Resource Center) that will serve 522 persons in total. For the second‐year Action Plan, the City has programmed an array of homeless activities to address the need for case management and facilities and services for homeless adults and families. The City will continue to coordinate with the HLA and Continuum of Care, including numerous homeless service providers operating in the greater Clearwater area. Annual Action Plan 2021 87 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP‐75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) Introduction: This section of the Annual Action Plan summarizes actions the City of Clearwater will undertake during the program year to reduce barriers to affordable housing and influence whether the cost of housing or the incentives to develop, maintain, or improve affordable housing are affected by public policies, particularly those of the local jurisdiction. Such policies may include land use controls, zoning ordinances, building codes, and policies that affect the return on residential investment. 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 City of Clearwater has several strategies that it utilizes to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that are barriers to affordable housing. These strategies are documented in the City’s 2021 Local Housing Assistance Plan (LHAP), which is a reporting requirement of the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program. The City’s ongoing actions to remove or ameliorate the barriers to affordable housing, as identified in the City’s LHAP and Local Housing Incentive Strategies (LHIS) documents, include the following:  Expedited review process for permitting  Modification of fees  Flexible densities  Infrastructure capacity  Accessory dwelling units  Parking reductions  Flexible lot configurations  Modification of street requirements  Pre‐adoption policy consideration  Inventory of public lands  Proximity to transportation, employment, and mixed‐use development  Adaptive reuse  Land development code  Communication and marketing of affordable housing  Financing  Partnerships These barriers to affordable housing are explained in more detail in the SP‐55 section of the Consolidated Plan, as well as the source LHAP and LHIS documents on file at the City’s Economic Annual Action Plan 2021 88 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Development and Housing Department. Discussion: The City of Clearwater will continue to implement strategies to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that are barriers to affordable housing. These strategies are detailed in the City’s 2021 LHAP report. Of note, the City recently coordinated with Pinellas County to prepare a regional Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice report, which was completed in 2020. The City also currently participates in the Advantage Pinellas Housing Compact and the Pinellas County Countywide Housing Strategy, which are joint programs for the provision of affordable housing. Annual Action Plan 2021 89 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) AP‐85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) Introduction: This section of the Annual Action Plan describes the City of Clearwater’s planned actions to carry out the following strategies in the Consolidated Plan’s Strategic Plan:  Foster and maintain affordable housing;  Evaluate and reduce lead‐based paint hazards;  Reduce the number of poverty‐level families;  Develop institutional structure; and  Enhance coordination. In addition, the City has identified obstacles to meeting underserved needs and proposed actions to overcome those obstacles. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs The major obstacle to meeting underserved needs is the lack of financial resources among housing and public service providers that support the City of Clearwater’s institutional delivery structure. To address such obstacles, the City will administer CDBG funds to pursue the goal of enhancing the living environment for persons in low‐ and moderate‐income areas through community development activities, public service programs, and the elimination of blight. Priority will be given to the City’s Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas, where need is greatest, when opportunities present. The City will also pursue the goal of expanding the accessibility and coordination of social services to the City’s special needs population. Some of the programmed activities to meet underserved needs during the second year include, but are not limited to, the following:  Clearwater Neighborhood Housing Services – Facility improvements to support a Head Start program in the North Greenwood NRSA  Directions for Living – Facility improvements to support mental and behavioral health services  Pinellas County Ex‐Offender Re‐Entry Program – Facility improvements and case management to support an ex‐offender re‐entry program in the Downtown Gateway District NRSA  Clearwater MLK Jr. Neighborhood Center – Facility improvements to benefit low‐ and moderate‐ income residents of the North Greenwood NRSA  R’Club Early Learning Academy – Facility improvements at two Early Learning Academy locations in the North Greenwood NRSA and Downtown Gateway District NRSA  Pinellas Opportunity Council – Chore services program serving the elderly  InterCultural Advocacy Institute – Salary support for leadership program benefitting low‐ and Annual Action Plan 2021 90 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) moderate‐income youth  Gulfcoast Legal Services – Salary support for legal services program benefitting low‐ and moderate‐income persons  WestCare Gulfcoast Florida – Case management services for substance abuse treatment Additional activities to meet underserved needs are described previously with regard to homelessness (AP‐65) and subsequently with regard to affordable housing and economic development (AP‐85, as follows). Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing Consistent with the Consolidated Plan’s Strategic Plan, the City of Clearwater will pursue the goal of providing availability of, and access to, decent affordable housing for the residents of the City. To this end, the City has programmed 17 housing activities that meet the following objectives of the Strategic Plan:  Preserve the existing housing stock.  Increase the availability of affordable housing units.  Assist qualified low‐ and moderate‐income households to become homeowners through supporting agencies that provide housing counseling.  Provide mortgage assistance for low‐ and moderate‐income homebuyers. Programmed activities to foster and maintain affordable housing during the second year include the following:  Owner and renter housing rehabilitation program  Construction of new owner and renter occupied housing  Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) housing activities  Revolving Loan Program to offer loans for homeowners and non‐profit agencies for eligible housing activities These activities preserve the existing housing stock through rehabilitation of aging units, increase the availability of affordable housing through new construction, and improve access to affordable housing through homebuyer education and down payment assistance for qualified low‐ and moderate‐income households. Actions planned to reduce lead‐based paint hazards The City will continue to include lead‐based paint education and mitigation measures in all housing rehabilitation activities and, if needed, will identify and apply for additional funding resources to finance abatement. Contractors are required to be trained and certified to supervise removal of lead‐based Annual Action Plan 2021 91 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) paint hazards to comply with HUD regulations. Furthermore, subrecipients of the City’s CDBG and HOME funding devise their own lead‐based paint hazard programs to comply with HUD regulations for rehabilitation projects. Additionally, the City will continue to coordinate with agencies in the Clearwater area that screen residents for elevated blood levels (EBL) and inspect housing units for lead‐based paint hazards. These agencies include the Pinellas County Health Department and the Clearwater and Pinellas County housing authorities, among others. Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty‐level families According to the 2015‐2019 American Community Survey (ACS) estimates, 15.4% of people living in the City of Clearwater are below poverty level. To combat this trend, the City will continue to coordinate with various agencies that support poverty‐level families. These agencies also provide services to other homeless and non‐homeless special needs populations, as well as low‐ and moderate‐income families. Such services include referrals to affordable housing, employment assistance/job training, and other activities to promote economic opportunity. Additionally, through the Economic Development and Housing Department, the City will promote economic opportunity by providing technical assistance to small businesses and job training programs. For the second‐year Action Plan, the City will support such programs, including those offered by the Pinellas Ex‐Offender Re‐Entry Coalition (e.g., STARS and MOVE UP programs), Tampa Bay Black Business Investment Corp. (microenterprise assistance), and Hispanic Business Initiative Fund of Florida/Prospera (microenterprise assistance). The City will also support the InterCultural Advocacy Institute’s Youth Leadership Partnership Program. These programs provide advocacy and mentoring toward self‐ sufficiency and academic, employment, and business success. Actions planned to develop institutional structure The City of Clearwater has a strong institutional delivery structure. The City will continue to work with its own departments and various housing and public service providers, as well as their programs, to expand opportunities and to make continuous improvements to the institutional delivery structure. Continued actions will include solicitation of feedback on referral processes and other means of coordination between such providers and the City of Clearwater. For the second‐year Action Plan, the City will support an array of activities that strengthen the institutional delivery structure’s ability to serve persons of low‐ and moderate‐income, persons with special needs, and the homeless. These activities include, but are not limited to, facilities and case management for homeless adults and families; mental and behavioral health services; public services for the elderly and youth; improvements to community buildings and resource centers; code enforcement/blight elimination; building façade improvements; economic opportunity and business assistance; housing legal services and referrals to appropriate housing providers; affordable housing unit Annual Action Plan 2021 92 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) construction or rehabilitation; homebuyer education; and down payment assistance. Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies The City of Clearwater will continue to coordinate with housing and public service providers to develop an effective institutional delivery structure and enhance interagency coordination. The City continues to work with regional housing authorities, such as the Clearwater Housing Authority and Pinellas County Housing Authority, to improve access to public housing and tenant‐based rental assistance. Although the funding for public housing authorities is limited, and competition for affordable housing is high, these agencies continue to provide housing‐related activities, such as rental assistance, rehabilitation, and new construction, for low‐income persons. Input from public housing authorities is regularly solicited during preparation of the City’s Annual Action Plan. Additionally, the City promotes coordination between non‐profit and private for‐profit housing providers through its Neighborhood and Affordable Housing Advisory Board (NAHAB), through the SHIP‐ mandated Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) in conjunction with the LHAP and LHIS reports, and through the annual Action Plan process. Moreover, annual meetings in conjunction with the Action Plan provide an opportunity for these providers to interact. Public service providers in the greater Clearwater area provide a wide array of services for low‐ and moderate‐income persons. These organization typically have a specific target population that they serve (e.g., the homeless, persons with special needs, low‐income families, etc.), and accordingly possess a level of knowledge and expertise that is invaluable when identifying underserved needs. The continuation and expansion of these public services will be encouraged over the second year by means of matching programs with funding, as available. The City recognizes that improved coordination between housing and public service providers is regularly solicited during preparation of the City’s annual Action Plan. Discussion: For the second‐year Action Plan, the City will support activities that will address underserved needs through community development and public services; foster and maintain affordable housing through rehabilitation, new construction, and homebuyer assistance; reduce lead‐based paint hazards through responsible rehabilitation; reduce the number of poverty‐level families through a combination of mentoring and economic development; and develop institutional delivery structure through a network of community partners, including the City and its departments. Additionally, the City will continue to encourage coordination between public housing authorities, non‐profit and private for‐profit housing providers, and public service providers through the NAHAB and AHAC, annual Action Plan participation, and regular day‐to‐day referrals through the Economic Development and Housing Department. Annual Action Plan 2021 93 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Program Specific Requirements AP‐90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) Introduction: This section addresses the program‐specific requirements for the Annual Action Plan. 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 99,100 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: 99,100 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. 88.81% 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: The City will use funding from the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program and/or the Annual Action Plan 2021 94 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) Pinellas County Housing Trust Fund for the matching requirements under the HOME program. 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: Recaptured funds are HOME funds which are recouped by the City when HOME‐assisted homeownership housing does not continue to be the principal residence of the assisted homebuyer for the full affordability period. The City will use the recapture method to obtain these funds. The recapture provision is subject to the limitation that when the recapture requirement is triggered by a sale, voluntary or involuntary, of the housing unit, and there are no net proceeds or the net proceeds are insufficient to repay the HOME investment due, the City can only recapture the net proceeds, if any. The net proceeds are the sales price minus the superior loan repayment and closing costs. This language is included in the loan documents. Such funds will be placed in the City’s HOME Investment Trust Fund. These funds will be used by the City for other eligible HOME activities. 3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units acquired with HOME funds? See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows: See the response to number 2, above. 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: The City will not use HOME funds to refinance the existing debt for multi‐family projects. 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)). 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)). 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). Annual Action Plan 2021 95 OMB Control No: 2506‐0117 (exp. 09/30/2021) The City of Clearwater anticipates $99,100 in program income (including $71,600 from revolving loan program and $27,500 from other income). Approximately $1,723,692 is expected from prior‐year resources to be carried over (including $1,180,058 in the Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) and $543,634 in other prior‐year resources). Note that the carried‐over RLF amount includes $587,783 from NSP3 conversion to CDBG. Combined with the entitlement allocation of $922,626, available CDBG funds total $2,745,418. The City has not identified funds for urgent need activities at this time. The percentage of overall benefit to low‐ and moderate‐income persons is expected to be 88.81%. The City has calculated the percentage of overall benefit based on the second program year (2021/2022). This percentage excludes second‐year activities related to the removal of slum and blight. 1 HOME-ARP Allocation Plan Template with Guidance Instructions: All guidance in this template, including questions and tables, reflect requirements for the HOME-ARP allocation plan, as described in Notice CPD-21-10: Requirements of the Use of Funds in the HOME-American Rescue Plan Program, unless noted as optional. As the requirements highlighted in this template are not exhaustive, please refer to the Notice for a full description of the allocation plan requirements as well as instructions for submitting the plan, the SF-424, SF-424B, SF-424D, and the certifications. References to “the ARP” mean the HOME-ARP statute at section 3205 of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 (P.L. 117-2). Consultation In accordance with Section V.A of the Notice (page 13), before developing its HOME-ARP allocation plan, at a minimum, a PJ must consult with:  CoC(s) serving the jurisdiction’s geographic area,  homeless service providers,  domestic violence service providers,  veterans’ groups,  public housing agencies (PHAs),  public agencies that address the needs of the qualifying populations, and  public or private organizations that address fair housing, civil rights, and the needs of persons with disabilities. State PJs are not required to consult with every PHA or CoC within the state’s boundaries; however, local PJs must consult with all PHAs (including statewide or regional PHAs) and CoCs serving the jurisdiction. Template: Describe the consultation process including methods used and dates of consultation: The City of Clearwater developed a robust consultation process to meet HUD’s requirements and to ensure that the city is considering all priorities and needs within the community. On January 20, 2022, the City of Clearwater held a HOME-ARP Funding workshop to consult with local service providers, housing providers, and other groups that work to address the needs of qualifying populations. There were representatives from approximately a dozen organizations in attendance; further information about all consultation is detailed in the table below. In addition to a workshop, the city formed a selection committee, the Technical Review Committee (TRC), to score and select the projects for HOME-ARP Funding. The TRC met on February 18, 2022, and is comprised of several city staff, representatives from the Salvation Army, Pinellas Community 2 Foundation, and the Homeless Leadership Alliance of Pinellas. These are the agencies that uniquely serve the qualifying populations under HOME-ARP. List the organizations consulted: Agency/Org Consulted Type of Agency/Org Method of Consultation Feedback City of Clearwater, City Council Civic Leaders Public Hearing Approval of proposed project funding. City of Clearwater, Neighborhood and Affordable Housing Board (NAHAB) Other (Advisory Board) Public Hearing Recommendation to City Council to approve proposed funding. City of Clearwater Economic Development and Housing Department Other (City Departments); Grantee Department Funding Workshop, Technical Review Committee, Public Hearing, Internal Communication Work as part of TRC to evaluate projects and make recommendations about proposed funding. Work closely with local service providers to understand needs and make funding determinations. Pinellas County Homeless Leadership Alliance Continuum of Care; Services - Homeless Funding Workshop, Technical Review Committee Work as part of TRC to evaluate projects and make recommendations about proposed funding. R’Club Childcare, Inc. Services - Children Funding Workshop Make project funding requests and suggestions. Help to identify community needs and funding priorities. The Salvation Army Services – Homeless; Other (Services – Veterans, Human Trafficking) Funding Workshop, Technical Review Committee Work as part of TRC to evaluate projects and make recommendations about proposed funding. Homeless Empowerment Program (HEP), Inc. Services – Homeless; Other (Services – Veterans) Funding Workshop Make project funding requests and suggestions. Help to identify community needs and funding priorities. Directions for Living Other (Services – Mental Health) Funding Workshop Make project funding requests and suggestions. Help to identify community needs and funding priorities. 3 Hope Villages of America Housing; Services – Victims of Domestic Violence; Other (Food Bank) Funding Workshop Make project funding requests and suggestions. Help to identify community needs and funding priorities. Clearwater Housing Authority PHA Funding Workshop Make project funding requests and suggestions. Help to identify community needs and funding priorities. Pinellas Community Foundation Foundation Funding Workshop Work as part of TRC to evaluate projects and make recommendations about proposed funding. Blue Sky Communities Housing Funding Workshop Make project funding requests and suggestions. Help to identify community needs and funding priorities. Intercultural Advocacy Institute (ICAI)/Hispanic Outreach Center Services – Children; Services – Education; Other (Civil Rights, Legal) Funding Workshop Make project funding requests and suggestions. Help to identify community needs and funding priorities. Gulfcoast Legal Services Services – Fair Housing; Other (Civil Rights, Legal) Funding Workshop Review project funding requests and make recommendations about which projects to fund. Summarize feedback received and results of upfront consultation with these entities: All agencies were consulted through the HOME-ARP Funding Workshop and the Technical Review Committee. The Technical Review Committee, comprised of organizations representing Qualifying Populations, used input garnered from the HOME-ARP Funding Workshop to select projects for the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. The priority needs identified through consultation with these organizations were additional affordable rental units, rental assistance, and rapid rehousing for homeless prevention. When considering applications submitted in response to the HOME-ARP NOFA, the Technical Review Committee selected projects that specifically addressed these needs. Public Participation In accordance with Section V.B of the Notice (page 13), PJs must provide for and encourage citizen participation in the development of the HOME-ARP allocation plan. Before submission of the plan, PJs must provide residents with reasonable notice and an opportunity to comment on the proposed HOME-ARP allocation plan of no less than 15 calendar days. The PJ must follow its adopted requirements for “reasonable notice and an opportunity to comment” for plan amendments in its current citizen participation plan. In addition, PJs must hold at least one 4 public hearing during the development of the HOME-ARP allocation plan and prior to submission. PJs are required to make the following information available to the public:  The amount of HOME-ARP the PJ will receive, and  The range of activities the PJ may undertake. Throughout the HOME-ARP allocation plan public participation process, the PJ must follow its applicable fair housing and civil rights requirements and procedures for effective communication, accessibility, and reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities and providing meaningful access to participation by limited English proficient (LEP) residents that are in its current citizen participation plan as required by 24 CFR 91.105 and 91.115. Template: Describe the public participation process, including information about and the dates of the public comment period and public hearing(s) held during the development of the plan:  Date(s) of public notice: 5/4/2022  Public comment period: start date - 5/4/2022 end date - 6/2/2022  Date(s) of public hearing: 6/2/2022 Describe the public participation process: In accordance with HUD guidelines, the City of Clearwater held a public comment period that was at least 15 days to obtain comments from Clearwater residents, agencies, and anyone else who wished to review and comment on the plan. Following the public comment period, the city held a public hearing with the Neighborhood and Affordable Housing Advisory Board (NAHAB) and with the City Council. The NAHAB is tasked with making recommendations to the City Council about the use of federal funds. The proposed funding activities are first heard by the NAHAB and then heard by the City Council, upon NAHAB’s recommendation. The NAHAB public hearing took place on May 10, 2022, and the City Council public hearing for adoption of the substantial amendment to approve the HOME-ARP Funding Allocation Plan was held on June 2, 2022. On September 10, 2023, a second public notice and public comment period was held for 30 days, for a substantial amendment to add Supportive Services as a proposed activity under the HOME- ARP Allocation Plan, and to reprogram funding accordingly. Following the second public comment period, the city held another public hearing with the NAHAB and City Council, on November 14, 2023, and November 16, 2023, respectively, to approve the substantial amendment to add Supportive Services and reprogram funding. On March 19, 2025, a third public notice and public comment period was held for 30 days for a substantial amendment to reprogram HOME-ARP funding from Supportive Services and Tenant- 5 Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) to Affordable Rental Housing under the HOME-ARP Allocation Plan. Following the third public comment period, the city held public hearings with the NAHAB and City Council, on May 13, 2025, and June 5, 2025, respectively, to approve the substantial amendment to reprogram HOME-ARP funding to Affordable Rental Housing. Describe efforts to broaden public participation: The City of Clearwater published public notices for the NAHAB and City Council public hearings in an effort to broaden public awareness and participation in the development of the allocation plan. A 15-day public comment period is required; however, the city is holding a 30- day public comment period to allow more time for citizens to review the plan and provide comment. Additionally, the city followed its citizen participation plan, which guides all public participation efforts in a manner that promotes transparency and encourages active participation from residents, especially those qualifying populations. Summarize the comments and recommendations received through the public participation process either in writing, or orally at a public hearing: Feedback received during the HOME-ARP Funding workshop and the public participation process identified an apparent need for affordable rental units, rental assistance, and rapid rehousing for homeless prevention, on which the City of Clearwater will focus its allocation. Summarize any comments or recommendations not accepted and state the reasons why: All comments and recommendations were accepted and considered in the development of this allocation plan. Needs Assessment and Gaps Analysis In accordance with Section V.C.1 of the Notice (page 14), a PJ must evaluate the size and demographic composition of all four of the qualifying populations within its boundaries and assess the unmet needs of each of those populations. If the PJ does not evaluate the needs of one of the qualifying populations, then the PJ has not completed their Needs Assessment and Gaps Analysis. In addition, a PJ must identify any gaps within its current shelter and housing inventory as well as the service delivery system. A PJ should use current data, including point in time count, housing inventory count, or other data available through CoCs, and consultations with service providers to quantify the individuals and families in the qualifying populations and their need for additional housing, shelter, or services. 6 Template: OPTIONAL Homeless Needs Inventory and Gap Analysis Table Homeless Current Inventory Homeless Population Gap Analysis Family Adults Only Vets Family HH (at least 1 child) Adult HH (w/o child) Vets Victims of DV Family Adults Only # of Beds # of Units # of Beds # of Units # of Beds # of Beds # of Units # of Beds # of Units Emergency Shelter 380 94 764 N/A 11 Transitional Housing 87 35 199 N/A 55 Permanent Supportive Housing 336 88 1,266 N/A 934 Other Permanent Housing 0 0 20 N/A 20 Sheltered Homeless 114 1,058 215 99 Unsheltered Homeless 4 786 50 85 Current Gap N/A N/A N/A N/A Suggested Data Sources: 1. Point in Time Count (PIT); 2. Continuum of Care Housing Inventory Count (HIC); 3. Consultation OPTIONAL Housing Needs Inventory and Gap Analysis Table Non-Homeless Current Inventory Level of Need Gap Analysis # of Units # of Households # of Households Total Rental Units 20,029 Rental Units Affordable to HH at 30% AMI (At-Risk of Homelessness) 600 Rental Units Affordable to HH at 50% AMI (Other Populations) 1,815 0%-30% AMI Renter HH w/ 1 or more severe housing problems (At-Risk of Homelessness) 2,855 (standard housing problems, not severe) 30%-50% AMI Renter HH w/ 1 or more severe housing problems (Other Populations) 2,150 (standard housing problems, not severe) Current Gaps N/A Suggested Data Sources: 1. American Community Survey (ACS); 2. Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) 7 Describe the size and demographic composition of qualifying populations within the PJ’s boundaries: Homeless as defined in 24 CFR 91.5 Homelessness affects all races and ethnicities; however, in Clearwater, white and black individuals are most impacted by homelessness. Of the 2,226 homeless individuals counted in the 2020 Point-In-Time counts for the continuum of care, 1,380 (nearly 62%) individuals were white, and 719 (over 32%) of individuals were black. The remaining 6% of homeless individuals identified as other minority races. Only about 7.6% of the total counted homeless population identified as Hispanic or Latino. More than 83% of all homeless individuals counted were adults in households without children. There were 350 (nearly 16%) homeless individuals counted in households with children, and 22 homeless individuals counted in households that contained only children (under the age of 18). At Risk of Homelessness as defined in 24 CFR 91.5 According to the FY 2021 Low- and Moderate-Income Summary Data, there are approximately 60,520 low- and moderate-income individuals within the City of Clearwater. This represents over 52% of the total population, based on the 2016-2020 American Community Survey. Of the city’s 115 Block Groups, 42 Block Groups are characterized as having more than 51.00% of its population designated as low- and moderate-income. This suggests that a significant percentage of Clearwater’s population has an income of less than 80% AMI and may be at increased risk of homelessness or in need of additional supportive services and assistance to prevent homelessness and housing instability. According to 2011-2015 CHAS, there are 460 low- and moderate-income households (<80% AMI) that experience crowding of more than 1 person per room. Additionally, there are 3,115 households in the 0-30% AMI income group that are experiencing cost burden greater than 30%, and 2,755 households in the 0-30% AMI group that are experiencing cost burden greater than 50%. Due to crowding, income levels, and cost burdens, the households within these groups are at risk of homelessness. Fleeing, or Attempting to Flee, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, or Human Trafficking, as defined by HUD in the Notice In total, 184 (about 8%) homeless individuals counted identified themselves as victims of domestic violence. According to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, there were 6,111 domestic violence offenses in Pinellas County alone in 2020. There were also 450 reports of rape in Pinellas County for the same year. Considering that Clearwater makes up approximately 12% of the total population in Pinellas County, it can be assumed that there may be 733 domestic violence offenses and 54 reports of rape that occurred within Clearwater. Victims of these crimes are susceptible to homelessness and housing insecurity. 8 Other populations requiring services or housing assistance to prevent homelessness and other populations at greatest risk of housing instability, as defined by HUD in the Notice The 2020 homeless Point-In-Time count identifies 265 homeless veterans, representing about 12% of the homeless population. According to the 2019 Homeless leadership Alliance HMIS report for the 1-year period between January 1, 2019, and December 31, 2019, it is estimated that there are 969 veterans experiencing homelessness each year and 518 veterans becoming homeless each year within the St. Petersburg, Clearwater, Largo/Pinellas County Continuum of Care. It can be assumed that there are nearly 1,500 veterans who experience or become homeless each year in Pinellas County, suggesting that about 180 veterans in Clearwater alone experience or become homeless each year. Identify and consider the current resources available to assist qualifying populations, including congregate and non-congregate shelter units, supportive services, TBRA, and affordable and permanent supportive rental housing (Optional): There is a wide array of existing homelessness prevention services available in Clearwater, including counseling, legal assistance, mortgage assistance, rental assistance, utilities assistance, law enforcement, mobile clinics, street outreach services, drug and alcohol abuse services, childcare, education services, employment and employment training services, healthcare services, life skills training, mental health counselling, transportation services, and food banks. In the Clearwater area, homeless services such as emergency shelter and transitional housing are provided by churches and non-profit organizations. Some of these organizations include the Homeless Emergency Project, Inc. (Homeless Empowerment Program), Kimberly Home, Boley Centers, Hope Villages of America, Salvation Army, and Family Resources, Inc., among others. To better address the needs of the area’s homeless population, the Homeless Leadership Alliance maintains an online map-based directory of emergency shelter and transitional housing services, as well as food and clothing assistance targeted to homeless persons. The database connects to the Pinellas Suncoast Transit Authority route maps. Information regarding homeless resources is also disseminated through the 2-1-1 Tampa Bay Cares, Inc. hotline. Describe the unmet housing and service needs of qualifying populations: Homeless as defined in 24 CFR 91.5 In the Clearwater area, homeless services such as emergency shelter and transitional housing are provided by churches and non-profit organizations. Some of these organizations include the Homeless Emergency Project, Inc. (Homeless Empowerment Program), Kimberly Home, Boley Centers, Hope Villages of America, Salvation Army, and Family Resources, Inc., among others. These existing shelters and supportive service providers need additional funding to ensure satisfactory provision of services and future expansion of these services for those experiencing homelessness. 9 At Risk of Homelessness as defined in 24 CFR 91.5 The 5-year consolidated plan identifies priorities related to persons experiencing homelessness. Among these needs are substance abuse and behavioral/metal health services, services for homeless youth and youth aging out of foster care, homeless facilities and shelters, and case management. While there are existing shelters and supportive services for those experiencing homelessness, there may be a need for additional supportive services to prevent homelessness, including transitional housing, emergency assistance and other moving assistance (rental deposit assistance, security deposit), and other rental assistance and utility assistance efforts. These efforts also contribute to the maintenance and availability of affordable housing for all income groups, especially those qualifying populations. Fleeing, or Attempting to Flee, Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, Stalking, or Human Trafficking, as defined by HUD in the Notice Populations with unstable living environments may require additional financial assistance, such as rental assistance, down payment assistance, or utility assistance. These groups may also rely on transitional shelters and safe homes for temporary housing. Additional funding for organizations that provide these services would ensure that sufficient and decent housing is available for those that depend on it. Other populations requiring services or housing assistance to prevent homelessness and other populations at greatest risk of housing instability as defined by HUD in the Notice For those non-homeless populations, additional affordable rental housing units and supportive counseling is also needed to reduce existing homelessness and prevent future homelessness. Identify any gaps within the current shelter and housing inventory as well as the service delivery system: Clearwater has a robust shelter, housing, and service delivery system for those individuals experiencing homelessness and who are at risk of becoming homeless. Some identified gaps may exist, including sufficient funding to support the volume and reach of homeless supportive services (including non-profit service providers that offer substance abuse and mental health services, services for homeless youth, and case management). The city will continue to financially support these programs, when possible, and aid in the identification of additional funding sources, and provide technical assistance to aid in the completion of grant applications. The city maintains a strong relationship with service providers, and included many of them in the consultation and production of this plan. The input received from these service providers during the consultation process was critical to the identification of needs. Their involvement ensures successful programming ang lessens the existing gaps in providing homeless needs and other supportive services for qualifying populations. The city is very engaged with the Pinellas County Homeless Leadership Alliance, supporting the organization in the implementation of the 10-Year Plan to End Homelessness; additional, improved, and maintained coordination between these service providers, and the city would 10 benefit those populations at risk of homelessness and those experiencing homelessness by promoting a transparent and accessible communication strategy. Improved coordination would increase the dissemination of information about critical resources and supportive services, as well as improve the quality of those services. An identified gap is the need for additional transitional or permanent supportive housing; one way to reduce this need is for the city to coordinate with the continuum of care, non-profit service providers, and other organizations to encourage the development of these programs and these types of housing. Under Section IV.4.2.ii.G of the HOME-ARP Notice, a PJ may provide additional characteristics associated with instability and increased risk of homelessness in their HOME- ARP allocation plan. These characteristics will further refine the definition of “other populations” that are “At Greatest Risk of Housing Instability,” as established in the HOME- ARP Notice. If including these characteristics, identify them here: Housing with 1 or more housing problems is associated with instability. As shown in the table above, there are 5,005 households earning less than 50% AMI with at least one housing problem. Additionally, households experiencing cost burden and crowding may experiencing housing instability and be at a greater risk of homelessness. According to the 2011-2015 CHAS data, there are 460 low- and moderate-income households (<80% AMI) that experience crowding of more than 1 person per room. Additionally, there are 3,115 households in the 0-30% AMI income group that are experiencing cost burden greater than 30%, and 2,755 households in the 0- 30% AMI group that are experiencing cost burden greater than 50%. Identify priority needs for qualifying populations: While there are a number of important priority needs, as listed in the city’s five-year consolidated plan, this allocation plan will focus on the priority needs listed below: 1. Affordable housing development (production of new rental units) 2. Facilities/Services for Victims of Domestic Violence (TBRA) 3. Rental Assistance 4. Homeless prevention (through diversion services, utility assistance, move-in assistance) Explain how the PJ determined the level of need and gaps in the PJ’s shelter and housing inventory and service delivery systems based on the data presented in the plan: The most recent Housing Inventory Counts (January 2021) and Point-In-Time counts (January 2020) were used to develop the data presented in the tables and narrative above. The 2011-2015 CHAS and 2016-2020 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates were used to supplement the housing inventory and point-in-time county. Based on reported numbers, there are currently sufficient shelter beds for those populations experiencing homelessness; however, it should be assumed that the reported count for homeless populations is an undercount. There is likely a gap in affordable housing for low- and moderate-income populations earning less than 50% AMI. There are only 600 units considered affordable to extremely low-income populations earning less 11 than 30% AMI and only 1,815 rental units affordable to populations earning less than 50% AMI. This leaves 17,614 rental units that are unaffordable to over 12,000 households that earn less than 50% AMI, according to the 2011-2015 CHAS data. Additionally, over 5,000 renter households with an income less than 50% AMI live in a house with one or more housing problems. This represents over 40% of the total low-income population earning less than 50% AMI, suggesting there is a need for additional decent, affordable rental units. Gaps related to coordination and supportive services were identified using previous performance of similar programs and previously identified community needs, as identified in the 2020/2021- 2024/2025 Consolidated Plan. Additionally, through the consultation process the city gauged needs and gaps based on outreach to service providers. HOME-ARP Activities Template: Describe the method(s)that will be used for soliciting applications for funding and/or selecting developers, service providers, subrecipients and/or contractors: The city accepted applications for proposed projects by local developers, service providers, and nonprofit organizations on the city’s website. All proposed project applications submitted a description of the organization, a project description, and requested funding amount. The City of Clearwater developed a Technical Review Committee which was comprised of city staff and local service providers. This committee reviewed all applications for their compliance with the HOME-ARP program and benefits to qualifying populations to determine which projects to allocate funding to. Describe whether the PJ will administer eligible activities directly: Funding for eligible activities will be allocated directly to subrecipients with program compliance oversight and general administration/planning conducted by the city of Clearwater. If any portion of the PJ’s HOME-ARP administrative funds are provided to a subrecipient or contractor prior to HUD’s acceptance of the HOME-ARP allocation plan because the subrecipient or contractor is responsible for the administration of the PJ’s entire HOME-ARP grant, identify the subrecipient or contractor and describe its role and responsibilities in administering all of the PJ’s HOME-ARP program: Not applicable. In accordance with Section V.C.2. of the Notice (page 4), PJs must indicate the amount of HOME-ARP funding that is planned for each eligible HOME-ARP activity type and demonstrate that any planned funding for nonprofit organization operating assistance, nonprofit capacity building, and administrative costs is within HOME-ARP limits. 12 Template: Use of HOME-ARP Funding Funding Amount Percent of the Grant Statutory Limit Supportive Services $ 691,9380.00 Acquisition and Development of Non- Congregate Shelters $ 0.00 Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) $ 200,0000.00 Development of Affordable Rental Housing $ 500,0001,391,938.00 Non-Profit Operating $ 0.00 0 % 5% Non-Profit Capacity Building $ 0.00 0 % 5% Administration and Planning $ 245,629.00 14.99 % 15% Total HOME ARP Allocation $ 1,637,567 Describe how the PJ will distribute HOME-ARP funds in accordance with its priority needs identified in its needs assessment and gap analysis: The following list includes descriptions of the proposed activities and their desired impact to address the gaps and priority needs: 1. HOME-ARP Supportive Services Amount Requested: $691,9380 Purpose of Funding: If HOME-ARP funding becomes available, Tthe City of Clearwater will contract with subrecipients to provide supportive services to Qualifying Populations under the HOME-ARP program. The supportive services to be contracted will be eligible costs for McKinney-Vento Supportive Services and Homeless Prevention Services, including but not limited to housing search and counseling services, life skills training, case management, landlord/tenant liaison services, and financial assistance costs. 2. HOME-ARP Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) Amount Requested: $200,0000 Purpose of Funding: If HOME-ARP funding becomes available, Tthe City of Clearwater will contract with subrecipients to assist Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) participants with HOME-ARP TBRA to obtain security deposit assistance. Participants must be HOME-ARP Qualifying Populations who reside within the city limits of Clearwater. Any portion of the proposed amount of $200,000 not used for HOME-ARP TBRA will be applied towards HOME-ARP Supportive Services and/or HOME-ARP Affordable Rental Housing. 3. HOME-ARP Affordable Rental Housing Amount Requested: $500,0001,391,938 Purpose of Funding: The City of Clearwater will contract with subrecipients to produce or preserve affordable rental units for HOME-ARP Qualifying Populations. If the 13 production of affordable rental units is not feasible, the proposed amount of $500,0001,391,938, or any portion of that amount not used, will be applied towards HOME-ARP Supportive Services and/or HOME-ARP TBRA. As applicable to the activities described above, HOME-ARP Qualifying Populations are described as: Homeless, as defined in section 103(a) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11302(a)); At-risk of homelessness, as defined in section 401(1) of the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act (42 U.S.C. 11360(1)); Fleeing, or attempting to flee, domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault, stalking, or human trafficking, as defined by the Secretary; Other populations where providing supportive services or assistance under section 212(a) of the Act (42 U.S.C. 12742(a)) would prevent the family’s homelessness or would serve those with the greatest risk of housing instability; and Veterans and families that include a veteran family member that meet one of the preceding criteria. Projects associated with these activities may include supportive services, tenant-based rental assistance, and/or development of affordable housing. Per HUD guidance and communication with city staff, the city will keep record of funding that is spent as supportive services and how many households benefit from this funding. These data will be monitored for future reporting. Describe how the characteristics of the shelter and housing inventory, service delivery system, and the needs identified in the gap analysis provided a rationale for the plan to fund eligible activities: As previously identified in the above sections, the qualitative and quantitative data presented indicates a need for projects that support the identified priority needs (additional affordable housing, homeless prevention, rental assistance, and related supportive services), and those that close the gaps in service delivery (increased capacity for coordination, increased capacity to support homeless populations and those at risk of becoming homeless, and those in transitional housing). HOME-ARP Production Housing Goals Template Estimate the number of affordable rental housing units for qualifying populations that the PJ will produce or support with its HOME-ARP allocation: The City will allocate HOME-ARP funds for affordable housing development. The funds will aid in the development of 26 affordable rental housing units reserved for qualifying populations. Additionally, 85 households will be assisted through TBRA. Supportive services are estimated to benefit 222 persons or householdsAny portion of that allocation not used for affordable rental housing will be applied toward HOME-ARP Supportive Services and/or HOME-ARP Tenant- Based Rental Assistance (TBRA). 14 Describe the specific affordable rental housing production goal that the PJ hopes to achieve and describe how the production goal will address the PJ’s priority needs: The City of Clearwater’s 2020/2021-2024/2025 Consolidated Plan identifies the goal of affordable housing, and estimates that 95 rental units will be constructed during the 5-year consolidated planning period. Together, this 5-year goal and the HOME-ARP Affordable Rental Housing project work towards addressing the city’s identified high priority need of new housing construction for both renters and owners. Preferences A preference provides a priority for the selection of applicants who fall into a specific QP or category (e.g., elderly or persons with disabilities) within a QP (i.e., subpopulation) to receive assistance. A preference permits an eligible applicant that qualifies for a PJ-adopted preference to be selected for HOME-ARP assistance before another eligible applicant that does not qualify for a preference. A method of prioritization is the process by which a PJ determines how two or more eligible applicants qualifying for the same or different preferences are selected for HOME- ARP assistance. For example, in a project with a preference for chronically homeless, all eligible QP applicants are selected in chronological order for a HOME-ARP rental project except that eligible QP applicants that qualify for the preference of chronically homeless are selected for occupancy based on length of time they have been homeless before eligible QP applicants who do not qualify for the preference of chronically homeless. Please note that HUD has also described a method of prioritization in other HUD guidance. Section I.C.4 of Notice CPD-17-01 describes Prioritization in CoC CE as follows: “Prioritization. In the context of the coordinated entry process, HUD uses the term “Prioritization” to refer to the coordinated entry-specific process by which all persons in need of assistance who use coordinated entry are ranked in order of priority. The coordinated entry prioritization policies are established by the CoC with input from all community stakeholders and must ensure that ESG projects are able to serve clients in accordance with written standards that are established under 24 CFR 576.400(e). In addition, the coordinated entry process must, to the maximum extent feasible, ensure that people with more severe service needs and levels of vulnerability are prioritized for housing and homeless assistance before those with less severe service needs and lower levels of vulnerability. Regardless of how prioritization decisions are implemented, the prioritization process must follow the requirements in Section II.B.3. and Section I.D. of this Notice.” If a PJ is using a CE that has a method of prioritization described in CPD-17-01, then a PJ has preferences and a method of prioritizing those preferences. These must be described in the HOME-ARP allocation plan in order to comply with the requirements of Section IV.C.2 (page 10) of the HOME-ARP Notice. 15 In accordance with Section V.C.4 of the Notice (page 15), the HOME-ARP allocation plan must identify whether the PJ intends to give a preference to one or more qualifying populations or a subpopulation within one or more qualifying populations for any eligible activity or project.  Preferences cannot violate any applicable fair housing, civil rights, and nondiscrimination requirements, including but not limited to those requirements listed in 24 CFR 5.105(a).  The PJ must comply with all applicable nondiscrimination and equal opportunity laws and requirements listed in 24 CFR 5.105(a) and any other applicable fair housing and civil rights laws and requirements when establishing preferences or methods of prioritization. While PJs are not required to describe specific projects in its HOME-ARP allocation plan to which the preferences will apply, the PJ must describe the planned use of any preferences in its HOME-ARP allocation plan. This requirement also applies if the PJ intends to commit HOME- ARP funds to projects that will utilize preferences or limitations to comply with restrictive eligibility requirements of another project funding source. If a PJ fails to describe preferences or limitations in its plan, it cannot commit HOME-ARP funds to a project that will implement a preference or limitation until the PJ amends its HOME-ARP allocation plan. For HOME-ARP rental housing projects, Section VI.B.20.a.iii of the HOME-ARP Notice (page 36) states that owners may only limit eligibility or give a preference to a particular qualifying population or segment of the qualifying population if the limitation or preference is described in the PJ’s HOME-ARP allocation plan. Adding a preference or limitation not previously described in the plan requires a substantial amendment and a public comment period in accordance with Section V.C.6 of the Notice (page 16). Template: Identify whether the PJ intends to give preference to one or more qualifying populations or a subpopulation within one or more qualifying populations for any eligible activity or project: The city of Clearwater does not intend to give preference to one or more qualifying populations. If a preference was identified, explain how the use of a preference or method of prioritization will address the unmet need or gap in benefits and services received by individuals and families in the qualifying population or subpopulation of qualifying population, consistent with the PJ’s needs assessment and gap analysis: Not applicable. Referral Methods PJs are not required to describe referral methods in the plan. However, if a PJ intends to use a coordinated entry (CE) process for referrals to a HOME-ARP project or activity, the PJ must ensure compliance with Section IV.C.2 of the Notice (page10). 16 A PJ may use only the CE for direct referrals to HOME-ARP projects and activities (as opposed to CE and other referral agencies or a waitlist) if the CE expands to accept all HOME-ARP qualifying populations and implements the preferences and prioritization established by the PJ in its HOME-ARP allocation plan. A direct referral is where the CE provides the eligible applicant directly to the PJ, subrecipient, or owner to receive HOME-ARP TBRA, supportive services, admittance to a HOME-ARP rental unit, or occupancy of a NCS unit. In comparison, an indirect referral is where a CE (or other referral source) refers an eligible applicant for placement to a project or activity waitlist. Eligible applicants are then selected for a HOME-ARP project or activity from the waitlist. The PJ must require a project or activity to use CE along with other referral methods (as provided in Section IV.C.2.ii) or to use only a project/activity waiting list (as provided in Section IV.C.2.iii) if: 1. the CE does not have a sufficient number of qualifying individuals and families to refer to the PJ for the project or activity; 2. the CE does not include all HOME-ARP qualifying populations; or, 3. the CE fails to provide access and implement uniform referral processes in situations where a project’s geographic area(s) is broader than the geographic area(s) covered by the CE If a PJ uses a CE that prioritizes one or more qualifying populations or segments of qualifying populations (e.g., prioritizing assistance or units for chronically homeless individuals first, then prioritizing homeless youth second, followed by any other individuals qualifying as homeless, etc.) then this constitutes the use of preferences and a method of prioritization. To implement a CE with these preferences and priorities, the PJ must include the preferences and method of prioritization that the CE will use in the preferences section of their HOME-ARP allocation plan. Use of a CE with embedded preferences or methods of prioritization that are not contained in the PJ’s HOME-ARP allocation does not comply with Section IV.C.2 of the Notice (page10). Template: Identify the referral methods that the PJ intends to use for its HOME-ARP projects and activities. PJ’s may use multiple referral methods in its HOME-ARP program. (Optional): Since the city of Clearwater will not administer HOME-ARP projects directly (except for administration/planning), the city defers to the Continuum of Care’s referral methods and coordinated entry procedures. The Homeless Leadership Alliance (HLA) is the Continuum of Care for the region, including the city of Clearwater. The HLA outlines their Coordinated Entry and referral procedures here: https://static1.squarespace.com/static/5c784173a9ab953d5ee017d5/t/6231ef1c5e2a23775310a13 0/1647439647497/CE+Policies+and+Procedures+with+Attachments.pdf If the PJ intends to use the coordinated entry (CE) process established by the CoC, describe whether all qualifying populations eligible for a project or activity will be included in the CE process, or the method by which all qualifying populations eligible for the project or activity will be covered. (Optional): 17 The city will work with the HLA for coordinated entry procedures. Projects including referral activities will be completed by corresponding HOME-ARP subrecipients. If the PJ intends to use the CE process established by the CoC, describe the method of prioritization to be used by the CE. (Optional): Since the city of Clearwater will not administer HOME-ARP projects directly (except for administration/planning), subrecipients are responsible for decisions related to referral method prioritization, where relevant. If the PJ intends to use both a CE process established by the CoC and another referral method for a project or activity, describe any method of prioritization between the two referral methods, if any. (Optional): Since the city of Clearwater will not administer HOME-ARP projects directly (except for administration/planning), subrecipients are responsible for decisions related to referral method prioritization, where relevant. Limitations in a HOME-ARP rental housing or NCS project Limiting eligibility for a HOME-ARP rental housing or NCS project is only permitted under certain circumstances.  PJs must follow all applicable fair housing, civil rights, and nondiscrimination requirements, including but not limited to those requirements listed in 24 CFR 5.105(a). This includes, but is not limited to, the Fair Housing Act, Title VI of the Civil Rights Act, section 504 of Rehabilitation Act, HUD’s Equal Access Rule, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, as applicable.  A PJ may not exclude otherwise eligible qualifying populations from its overall HOME- ARP program.  Within the qualifying populations, participation in a project or activity may be limited to persons with a specific disability only, if necessary, to provide effective housing, aid, benefit, or services that would be as effective as those provided to others in accordance with 24 CFR 8.4(b)(1)(iv). A PJ must describe why such a limitation for a project or activity is necessary in its HOME-ARP allocation plan (based on the needs and gap identified by the PJ in its plan) to meet some greater need and to provide a specific benefit that cannot be provided through the provision of a preference.  For HOME-ARP rental housing, section VI.B.20.a.iii of the Notice (page 36) states that owners may only limit eligibility to a particular qualifying population or segment of the qualifying population if the limitation is described in the PJ’s HOME-ARP allocation plan.  PJs may limit admission to HOME-ARP rental housing or NCS to households who need the specialized supportive services that are provided in such housing or NCS. However, no otherwise eligible individuals with disabilities or families including an individual with a disability who may benefit from the services provided may be excluded on the grounds that they do not have a particular disability. 18 Template Describe whether the PJ intends to limit eligibility for a HOME-ARP rental housing or NCS project to a particular qualifying population or specific subpopulation of a qualifying population identified in section IV.A of the Notice: The city of Clearwater does not intend to limit eligibility for a HOME-ARP rental housing or NCS project to a particular Qualifying Population or specific subpopulation of a Qualifying Population. Any individual who belongs to any of the Qualifying Populations under HOME- ARP is eligible to benefit from the selected projects. If a PJ intends to implement a limitation, explain why the use of a limitation is necessary to address the unmet need or gap in benefits and services received by individuals and families in the qualifying population or subpopulation of qualifying population, consistent with the PJ’s needs assessment and gap analysis: The city of Clearwater does not intend to implement a limitation to a particular Qualifying Population or specific subpopulation of a Qualifying Population. Any individual who belongs to any of the Qualifying Populations under HOME-ARP is eligible to benefit from the selected projects. If a limitation was identified, describe how the PJ will address the unmet needs or gaps in benefits and services of the other qualifying populations that are not included in the limitation through the use of HOME-ARP funds (i.e., through another of the PJ’s HOME-ARP projects or activities): Not applicable. 19 HOME-ARP Refinancing Guidelines If the PJ intends to use HOME-ARP funds to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily rental housing that is being rehabilitated with HOME-ARP funds, the PJ must state its HOME- ARP refinancing guidelines in accordance with 24 CFR 92.206(b). The guidelines must describe the conditions under with the PJ will refinance existing debt for a HOME-ARP rental project, including:  Establish a minimum level of rehabilitation per unit or a required ratio between rehabilitation and refinancing to demonstrate that rehabilitation of HOME-ARP rental housing is the primary eligible activity Not applicable. The city does not plan to use HOME-ARP funds to refinance existing debt secured by multi-family rental housing.  Require a review of management practices to demonstrate that disinvestment in the property has not occurred; that the long-term needs of the project can be met; and that the feasibility of serving qualified populations for the minimum compliance period can be demonstrated. Not applicable. The city does not plan to use HOME-ARP funds to refinance existing debt secured by multi-family rental housing.  State whether the new investment is being made to maintain current affordable units, create additional affordable units, or both. Not applicable. The city does not plan to use HOME-ARP funds to refinance existing debt secured by multi-family rental housing.  Specify the required compliance period, whether it is the minimum 15 years or longer. Not applicable. The city does not plan to use HOME-ARP funds to refinance existing debt secured by multi-family rental housing.  State that HOME-ARP funds cannot be used to refinance multifamily loans made or insured by any federal program, including CDBG. Not applicable. The city does not plan to use HOME-ARP funds to refinance existing debt secured by multi-family rental housing.  Other requirements in the PJ’s guidelines, if applicable: Not applicable. The city does not plan to use HOME-ARP funds to refinance existing debt secured by multi-family rental housing. Cover Memo City of Clearwater Main Library - Council Chambers 100 N. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33755 File Number: ID#25-0287 Agenda Date: 6/5/2025 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Gas System Agenda Number: 6.2 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Accept a Gas Utility Easement from REAL SUB LLC , for the construction, installation, and maintenance of gas utility facilities on real property located in Trinity, FL 34655. (consent) SUMMARY: REAL SUB LLC (Grantor) has granted a non-exclusive five-foot wide natural gas easement, on property located at 3028, 3030, 3032, 3036, 3112, 3114, 3120, 3122, 3136, 3138, 3142, 3144, 3150, 3210, 3236, 3216, 3222, 3226, 3230, 3006, 3034, 3110, 3116, 3132, 3140, 3146, 3152, 3238, 3128, 3130, 3208, 3100, 3022, 3224, 3234, 3126, 3118, 3148, 2924, 2926, 2928, 2932, 2948, 2920, and 2920 LITTLE ROAD, Trinity, FL 34655 (Parcel ID#: 24-26-16-0000-00100-0010 and 25-26-16-0000-00400-0030 ) for the installation of a natural gas distribution pipeline. This line will serve commercial customers. The easement grant is sufficient for the City to maintain and replace its facilities as necessary in perpetuity, or until such time as the City determines to abandon its use. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: N/A USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Deliver effective and efficient services by optimizing City Assets and Resources. 1.2, 1.3 Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 Cover Memo City of Clearwater Main Library - Council Chambers 100 N. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33755 File Number: ID#25-0473 Agenda Date: 6/5/2025 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Gas System Agenda Number: 6.3 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the addition of one new bid line item with Equix Holdings, Inc., dba Equix Energy Services, LLC, of Midway, FL, for the installation of a 16-inch pipeline and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) SUMMARY: Clearwater Gas System (CGS) is currently managing two major projects requiring the installation of 16-inch polyethylene (PE) casing pipe via Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD): ·A five-mile, 8-inch mainline extension crossing multiple wetlands in Pasco County to serve the new Moffitt Cancer Center facility. ·An 8-inch mainline crossing the Tarpon Canal along Curlew Road for increased capacity and reliability to serve the Oldsmar area of our distribution system. The labor rate to install a 16-inch casing pipe was not anticipated at the time Invitation to Bid (ITB) #23-23 was issued and awarded to Equix, therefore was not included in the existing scope of work. This will be the first use of 16-inch casing for CGS. As a result, CGS requests the addition of a new line item under Group #8, Item 38A of Equix’s contract (Directional Bore - Plastic 16-inch @ $180 per foot). CGS estimates the cost of installation for the 16-inch casings for the above noted projects to be $1.6 million dollars, (approximately 8,750 linear ft). However, CGS does not anticipate the need to increase the total existing contract to Equix as it is sufficiently funded. This work is impractical to bid separately, as doing so would increase contractor liability due to introducing a second contractor to the project site, resulting in overlapping work zones and introduce additional complexities related to quality control for gas infrastructure. APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: Funds are budgeted and available in 3237323-96378 (Pasco New Mains and Service Lines) and 3237323-96377 (Pinellas New Mains and Service Lines). These projects are funded by revenues from the Gas Utility Enterprise Fund. USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Installing and maintaining natural gas pipelines to maintain public infrastructure and protect natural lands by implementing environmentally friendly practices. Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 EquixInc.com 32410 Blue Star Hwy Midway, FL 32343 April 7, 2025 Alex Leon Clearwater Gas System 777 Maple Street Clearwater, FL 33755 Re: Additional Items for Contract #23-23 Natural Gas Mains, Service Lines & House Piping Services Mr. Leon, Equix Energy Services, LLC requests that the following items be added to our contract so that they may be utilitzed on future projects. Item 1: Directional Bore – Plastic 14 inch $165.00/ft Item 2: Directional Bore – Plastic 16 inch $180.00/ft Please let me know if you have questions or would like to discuss this further. Sincerely, Clay Miller Clay Miller Vice President of Operations Cover Memo City of Clearwater Main Library - Council Chambers 100 N. Osceola Avenue Clearwater, FL 33755 File Number: ID#25-0393 Agenda Date: 6/5/2025 Status: Consent AgendaVersion: 1 File Type: Action ItemIn Control: Parks & Recreation Agenda Number: 6.4 SUBJECT/RECOMMENDATION: Authorize Guaranteed Maximum Price proposal to Bandes Construction Company, Inc. of Dunedin, FL in the amount of $313,575.00 for permanent repairs to the Pier 60 bait house and temporary repairs to railing west of the bait house pursuant to Construction Manager at Risk Services Continuing Contracts and authorize the appropriate officials to execute same. (consent) SUMMARY: On October 03, 2024, Council approved the use of eighteen firms to serve as Construction Managers at Risk (CMAR) for Continuing Contracts under RFQ 51-24 and Bandes Construction Company, Inc. was selected as one of the approved firms.  Pier 60 and the Pier 60 bait shop are approximately 29 years old. Between September 26 and 27 and again between October 9 and 10 the structure sustained damage from Hurricanes Helene and Milton, respectively. The City hired Pennoni Associates, Inc. to perform a structural assessment, identify and document the damage, and provide repair recommendations. The permanent repairs recommended by Pennoni include remove and replace turn style gate, interior concrete floor repair, structural repair of wooden roof support columns, new LVP flooring throughout, new epoxy flooring in restrooms, replacement of low voltage wiring, new light fixtures, drywall repair and replacement, full interior paint system, new retail shelving and counter, new fire protection line and fixtures. These repairs are needed to open the bait house for visitors of Clearwater Beach. Pennoni also recommended temporary repairs to the railing west of the bait house to the “T” of the pier so that patrons can use the pier up to that point for sightseeing and fishing. The work by the contractor includes mobilizing on site with barges, scaffolding, tools, equipment, and manpower to complete the work; clean up and demobilize from the site. The total cost for the recommended repairs is $313,575.00. On December 19, 2024, Council authorized Bandes to perform temporary repairs to Pier 60 to ensure the structure was safe for the construction of permanent repairs and to prevent any further damage. These efforts also allowed staff to access the bait house to conduct inventory and remove all merchandise stored within the building. Bandes Construction Company, Inc. was selected to perform these services based on their responsiveness to the previous work to repair the pier up to the bait house and complete temporary repairs to preserve the bait house. They worked diligently to complete all work to allow Pier 60 to open to the bait house prior to Spring Break. Staff is confident they can handle the complexities of performing the proposed permanent and temporary repairs of this project and have the bait house back opened to the public by early August 2025. Staff will be bringing a separate item to the council seeking direction regarding the permanent repairs needed for the railing and “T” portion of the pier. Page 1 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025 File Number: ID#25-0393 APPROPRIATION CODE AND AMOUNT: This purchase will be coded to a special program code 1817525-546300-D2402, disaster response - Hurricane Helene, FEMA reimbursement is being pursued. This project will be funded by reserves of the General Fund, Special Program Fund and/or Central Insurance Fund. USE OF RESERVE FUNDS: N/A STRATEGIC PRIORITY: Approval of the purchase order supports several Strategic Plan Objectives, including:  ·1.2: Maintain public infrastructure, mobility systems, natural lands, environmental resources, and historic features through systematic management efforts.   ·2.3: Promote Clearwater as a premier destination for entertainment, cultural experiences, tourism, and national sporting events. ·3.2: Preserve community livability through responsible development standards, proactive code compliance, and targeted revitalization. Page 2 City of Clearwater Printed on 6/3/2025