TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Beth Beatty, City Manager
SUBJECT:
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A Resolution approving Stepping Stones (SS) - Roof & AC Repair for inclusion in drafted Action Plan as Program Year 2024 CDBG Activity.
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BACKGROUND:
Stepping Stones (SS) has applied for $61,600.00 in CDBG funds to support their Roof & AC Repair Project. This Public Facilities activity would be used to provide necessary improvements to their men's recovery home roof and non operable HVAC system.
In completing this project to complete roof repair and install operable HVAC, SS hopes to continue providing housing to low/moderate income individuals in recovery for substance use and related mental health disorders. This facility improvement will ensure safe and habitable housing for their clients seeking a structured supportive environment.
This application fits into the eligible activities of CDBG, as well as demonstrates consistency to the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan high priority needs assessment for non-homeless special needs with a Citywide target area. The committee for Diversity and Community Relations meeting will be held on June 28th at 4:00pm, prior to the Council meeting July 2nd, 2024.
CONCLUSION:
This activity titled SS Roof & AC Repair Project will help provide suitable and viable housing to low/moderate income individuals seeking structured/supportive housing services within City of Joliet.
RECOMMENDATION:
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The Administration recommends - with the Diversity and Community Relations Committee support - the approval of the application and subsequent Resolution with Stepping Stones (SS) not to exceed $61,600.00 as drafted into the PY24 Annual Action Plan.
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