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Home My WebLink AboutResolutions - 2026.06.11 - 42992 AGENDA ITEM: Grant Application to the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan DEPARTMENT: Health & Human Services - Neighborhood and Housing Development MEETING: Board of Commissioners DATE: Thursday, June 11, 2026 6:00 PM - Click to View Agenda ITEM SUMMARY SHEET COMMITTEE REPORT TO BOARD Resolution #2026-6572 Motion to approve the grant application submission to the Department of Housing and Urban Development for the Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan in the amount of $9,523,816.77, with a grant match of $469,306.73, after final review and approval by Corporation Counsel and Risk Management; further, authorize the Chair of the Board of Commissioners to execute the agreement. ITEM CATEGORY SPONSORED BY Grant Penny Luebs INTRODUCTION AND BACKGROUND The Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan (AAP) contains a consolidated Federal grant application for activities designed to accomplish the goals and objectives for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, HOME Investment Partnerships Act (HOME) Program and the Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Program. Oakland County has received funding from these grants since its inception in 1975. HUD, announced April 3, 2026, the Community Planning and Development Formula Program Allocations for FY 2026. Oakland County will receive an anticipated $5,973,305.90 in HUD grant funds for the 2026 program year period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027: • Community Development Block Grant (CDBG): $3,767,803 • HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME): $1,877,222.90 • Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG): $328,280 As a component of the annual request for funding through the AAP the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) requires Oakland County to estimate Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Home Improvement Program (HIP) Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) and HOME Investment Partnerships Act Grant Program Income (PI) at the time of each Annual Action Plan application and Oakland County reconciles actual RLF and PI at the start of each program year and at grant acceptance. The PY 2026 Annual Action Plan estimates the CDBG RLF at $1,100,000 and CDBG PI at $381,204.14 and HOME PI at $1,600,000. Total Funding Breakdown Total program revenue for the PY 2026 CDBG Program is $5,249,007.14, including $3,767,803 grant allocation, $381,204.14 in CDBG PI, and $1,100,000 in estimated CDBG RLF. The CDBG grant is 100% federally funded, and no county funds are required. Total program revenue for the PY 2026 HOME Program is $3,946,528.63, including $1,877,222.90 HOME grant allocation, $1,600,000 in estimated HOME PI, and $469,306.73 in grant match. The HOME program requires a 25% match for all housing activities. Funding for the HOME program match is appropriated in the FY 2026 - FY 2027 County Executive Recommended Budget. The total program revenue for the PY 2026 ESG Program is $328,280.00. The ESG grant requires a 100% in-kind match as volunteer services, donations, or cash contributions, which are met by the ESG service agencies, with no County funds required. POLICY ANALYSIS • This item will not complete grant review at the time of the May 12, 2026, PHS meeting; a grant review sign-off will not be attached. When complete, it will be uploaded for review at the time of the May 21, 2026, Full Board meeting. The grant application deadline for final submission to HUD is June 3, 2026. • Upon acceptance of this grant funding, Neighborhood and Housing Development will be requesting to delete three (3) vacant positions: two (2) FTE Neighborhood and Housing Development Coordinators and one (1) FTE Neighborhood and Housing Development Specialist. HR action will be needed at the time of acceptance. • The total grant funding in the amount of $9,523,816.77 is budgeted by the Neighborhood and Housing Development Division for 2026 activities as follows: o Grant Allocations for CDBG, HOME, and ESG: $5,973,305.90 o Program Income (PI) for CDBG and HOME: $1,981,204.14 o County Grant Match from HOME: $469,306.73 (to be paid from the General Fund) o Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) for CDBG: $1,100,000 o Note: The only county grant match that is required is in the amount of $469,306.73 for the HOME Investment Partnerships Act (HOME) Program. • The grant funds will continue to fund twenty (20) Full-Time Eligible Special Revenue (SR) positions in the Department of Health and Human Services/Neighborhood & Housing Development Division, along with additional grant funding acquired by the department. The grant funds will also continue one (1) Part-Time Non-Eligible (PTNE) 1,250 hours per year student position within the N&HD Division • The PY 2026 Annual Action Plan was unanimously endorsed by the Citizen Advisory Council. • FY 2025 grant funding was accepted via resolution #2025-5750. • Per resolution #2025-5732, the Neighborhood and Housing Development Division is authorized to disburse Revolving Loan Fund income at the start of every annual Program Year, on July 1, as permissible under HUD regulations. FISCAL IMPACT: No Budget Amendment Needed Committee members can contact Barbara Winter, Policy and Fiscal Analysis Supervisor at 248.821.3065 or winterb@oakgov.com or the department contact persons listed for additional information. CONTACT Khadija Walker-Fobbs, Officer ITEM REVIEW TRACKING Aaron Snover, Board of Commissioners Created/Initiated - 6/11/2026 AGENDA DEADLINE: 05/28/2026 4:30 PM ATTACHMENTS 1. Oakland County 2026 AAP for CC 2 2. Position Schedule B 2026 AAP (4) - Final 3. SF424 2026 for signing PDF (1) 4. Grant Application Sign-Off - revised COMMITTEE TRACKING 2026-05-12 Public Health & Safety - Recommend to Board 2026-06-08 Full Board - Adopt Motioned by: Commissioner Michael Gingell Seconded by: Commissioner Robert Hoffman Yes: Charles Cavell, Ann Erickson Gault, Michael Gingell, Marcia Gershenson, Robert Hoffman, Brendan Johnson, Karen Joliat, Christine Long, Penny Luebs, Gwen Markham, William Miller III, Kristen Nelson, Angela Powell, Robert Smiley, Yolanda Smith Charles, Michael Spisz, Linnie Taylor, Philip Weipert, David Woodward (19) No: None (0) Abstain: None (0) Absent: (0) Passed 1 Program Year 2 CONTENTS Executive Summary ............................................................................................................................................ 3 ES-05 Executive Summary - 24 CFR 91.200(c), 91.220(b) ......................................... 4 2026 Annual Action Plan ................................................................................................................................... 6 AP-15 Expected Resources – 91.220(c)(1,2)............................................................... 7 Annual Goals and Objectives .......................................................................................................................... 12 AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives .......................................................................... 13 Projects: AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) ......................................................................... 17 AP-38 Project Summary ............................................................................................ 19 AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) ................................................................ 40 Affordable Housing ......................................................................................................................................... 42 AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) ...................................................................... 43 AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) ............................................................................. 44 AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities – 91.220(i) .............................. 45 AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing – 91.220(j) ....................................................... 49 AP-85 Other Actions – 91.220(k) ............................................................................... 52 Program Specific Requirements ..................................................................................................................... 55 AP-90 Program Specific Requirements – 91.220(l)(1,2,4) ......................................... 56 3 Executive Summary 2026-2030 4 ES-05 EXECUTIVE SUMMARY - 24 CFR 91.200(C), 91.220(B) Introduction Every five years, Oakland County must prepare a strategic plan (known as the Consolidated Plan) which governs the use of federal housing and community development grant funds that it receives from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). When preparing a Consolidated Plan, grantees must assess the needs and issues in their jurisdictions as a part of their preparation of these documents and submit the first year’s Annual Action Plan. The grant funds received from HUD by Oakland County that are covered in the Program Year 2026 Annual Action Plan include: • Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program • Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) Program • Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Program Oakland County serves as the lead agency for the HOME Consortium which is comprised of the Urban County of Oakland, Farmington Hills, Royal Oak, and Southfield; the County additionally serves as the lead agency for administration of the CDBG and ESG programs on behalf of 52 participating communities including: the Cities of Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Clarkston, Clawson, Farmington, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lathrup Village, Madison Heights, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake Village, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester, Rochester Hills, South Lyon, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Wixom, the Townships of Addison, Bloomfield, Brandon, Commerce, Groveland, Highland, Holly, Independence, Lyon, Milford, Oakland, Orion, Oxford, Rose, Royal Oak, Springfield, West Bloomfield, White Lake and the Villages of Beverly Hills, Franklin, Holly, Lake Orion, Leonard, Milford, Ortonville, Oxford and Wolverine Lake. Note: the City of Pontiac now administers its own funding and is no longer a participating community for Oakland County. The Annual Action Plan identifies the programmatic goals and activities for the HOME program for the Oakland County HOME Consortium, the CDBG and ESG goals for Oakland County and its participating communities and the CDBG goals for Consortium member communities for the period of July 1, 2026 - June 30, 2027. Oakland County must also submit to HUD separate Annual Action Plans for each of the five years during the Consolidated Plan period 2026-2030. The Annual Action Plans serve as the County’s yearly applications to HUD that are required for the County to receive the annual allocations from the three grant programs. These grants from HUD 5 are known as Entitlement Grant Programs because communities receive the funds every year if they meet program requirements and criteria associated with each of the three grants. 6 2026-2030 2026 Annual Action Plan 7 AP-15 EXPECTED RESOURCES – 91.220(C)(1,2) Introduction Oakland County is eligible to receive funding from three CPD formula grants (CDBG, HOME, and ESG). Combined, the County will receive an anticipated $5,973,305.90 in HUD grant funds for the 2026 program year. The table below outlines anticipated funding levels by program. Anticipated Resources TABLE 1 - EXPECTED RESOURCES – PRIORITY TABLE Pr o g r a m Fu n d s 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 $3,767,803.00 $1,481,204.14 $0.00 $5,249,007.14 $19,471,212.00 neighborhood and housing improvements, multi-family rehab, and public services benefiting low- income persons throughout Oakland County Urban County participating 8 HOME public - federal Acquisition Homebuyer assistance Homeowner rehab Multifamily rental new construction Multifamily rental rehab New construction for ownership Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA) $1,877,222.90 $1,600,000.00 $0.00 $3,477,222.90 $13,908,891.60 rehabilitation, new construction of affordable housing including rental development and homebuyer assistance throughout Oakland County HOME Consortium participating ESG public - federal and rehab for transitional housing Financial Assistance Overnight shelter Rapid rehousing (rental assistance) Rental Assistance Services Transitional $328,280.00 $0.00 $0.00 $328,280.00 $1,313,120.00 Emergency Shelter, Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re- Housing, HMIS and Administration throughout Oakland County Urban County participating communities. 9 Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied CDBG - No Match Requirement • In-kind County level administrative functions: human resources, marketing, fiscal services, purchasing, auditing, corporation counsel, record retention and mail room support services • Infrastructure and public facility projects supported with funds from participating • Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) generated from paybacks on CDBG funded housing rehabilitation loans supplement the HIP. During PY 2026 the County will recycle approximately $1,100,00 in CDBG RLF into the HIP for the rehabilitation of approximately 50 single-family homes of LI residents • Program Income (PI) Estimate generated from Neighborhood Stabilization paybacks. During PY 2026 the County will recycle approximately $381,204.14 in CDBG PI into the eligible activities. • Emergency, youth, senior and other public services designed to meet special needs of LI residents are expanded through leverage from various public service agencies. HOME - 25% Match Requirement • Oakland County ensures that all housing projects receive $1 of non-federal match for every $4 of HOME funds expended, in accordance with federal guideline (s.92.218) • The HOME program requires a 25% match on all non-administrative activities. In PY 2026, $469,306 in general funds will serve as match for County level housing rehabilitation, rental development/preservation and homebuyer assistance activities • CHDO’s leverage HOME funds with state and private resources to develop affordable housing • PI generated from paybacks on HOME funded housing rehabilitation loans supplement the HIP ESG - 100% Match Requirement • Oakland County passes on the match requirements to its vendors • Cash contributions for allowable costs including staff salaries/fringe benefits 10 • Noncash contributions • Volunteer services are matched at the current minimum wage salary unless the recipient can verify a higher rate of pay for current employees performing similar work • Real property, equipment, goods or services that if the recipient had to pay for them with grant funds, the payments would have been indirect costs • The value of donated goods and services such as clothing, food, diapers, haircuts, etc. - value placed should be consistent with Office of Management and Budget Circulars If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan Designated CHDOs may access publicly owned land or property for redevelopment as affordable housing through public or private entities. The County created the Oakland Together Housing Trust Fund (HTF) and a Land Bank Authority to invest in publicly owned and/or tax-foreclosed land. The HTF was initially funded with $18M of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding as well as an ongoing $2M annual appropriation of County resources. The HTF and NHD partners with affordable housing developers, non- profits, CHDOs, local municipalities to develop a wide range of housing including shelter space, permanent supportive housing, PBV/HCV supported housing, senior affordable housing, family affordable housing, workforce housing, adaptive reuse housing, and other types of housing. The housing investments of NHD and the HTF leverage federal and County funds with other financial sources such as LIHTC, State funding, local funding, property tax exemptions, brownfield tax increment financing, private loans, private equity, and other available resources. Since 2023, over 1,550 units of mixed income housing have been created or preserved using NHD and HTF funding. These units are at various stages of development from completed, under construction, or awaiting financial close in the near term. NHD and the HTF’s total investment of $37.1M includes $18M in ARPA funding, $5.6M in County general funds, and $13.5M in HOME/CDBG funding resulting in a leveraged investment of over $404M into affordable and workforce housing throughout the County. Discussion Oakland County recognizes that Congress is considering updates to the CDBG program that could expand the eligible use of funds for housing development, including potential authority for communities to dedicate a portion of their CDBG allocation to new housing construction. While these changes remain speculative and subject to congressional negotiation, the County acknowledges the possibility that future statutory or regulatory 11 revisions may shift CDBG toward a stronger housing‑production focus. Should such changes be enacted, the County will adapt its CDBG program accordingly to ensure a maximum commitment of funds to address the housing affordability needs of low‑ and moderate‑income residents. 12 2026-2030 Annual Goals and Objectives 13 AP-20 ANNUAL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES Goals Summary Information TABLE 2 - GOALS SUMMARY Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 1 Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options 2026 2027 Housing Affordability and Condition Countywide Housing Affordability and Condition CDBG: $ 2,241,636.95 HOME: $2,876,075.52 Rental units constructed: 114 housing units Rental units rehabilitated: 116 housing units Homeowner housing rehabilitated: 140 housing units Direct financial assistance to homebuyers: 10 households assisted Homeowner housing added: 7 housing units 2 Increase and Improve Homeless Shelter, Service, and Prevention Efforts 2026 2027 Homeless Countywide Homeless Needs ESG: $328,280 Homeless person overnight shelter: 500 persons assisted Homelessness prevention: 100 persons assisted 14 Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 3 Create and sustain a suitable living environment through infrastructure and public facility improvements 2026 2027 Non-Housing Community Development Countywide Infrastructure and Public Facility Improvements CDBG: $922,435 Public facility or infrastructure activities other than low/moderate-income housing benefit: 30,000 persons assisted Public facility or infrastructure activities for low/moderate- income housing benefit: 2,000 households assisted Housing code enforcement/Foreclosed property care: 5,000 housing units Buildings demolished: 5 buildings 15 Sort Order Goal Name Start Year End Year Category Geographic Area Needs Addressed Funding Goal Outcome Indicator 4 Provide public services to expand economic opportunity, improve safety, enhance food access, and provide other assistance for low- and moderate- income households, seniors, people with disabilities, and other eligible groups 2026 2027 Non- Homeless Special Needs Non-Housing Community Development Countywide Public Services CDBG: $729,670.45 Public service activities other than low/moderate-income housing benefit: 700 persons assisted Public service activities for low/moderate- income housing benefit: 50 households assisted 5 Administration of funding and projects 2026 2027 Non- Homeless Special Needs Non-Housing Community Development Affordable Housing Homeless Countywide Program Administration CDBG: $973,560.60 HOME: $347,722.29 N/A 16 Goal Descriptions Goal Name Goal Description Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Activities furthering access to and availability of affordable housing options including but not limited to: new housing production, multifamily rental acquisition and rehabilitation efforts; homeowner rehabilitation efforts; tenant-based rental assistance, increased marketing of available services and funding throughout the County, especially in northern and rural areas; aging in place initiatives; home ownership assistance and education; increased availability of programs and materials in non-English languages, especially Spanish; code enforcement efforts; and other relevant initiatives. Increase and Improve Homeless Shelter, Service, and Prevention Efforts Activities furthering access to and availability of homeless shelter, service, and prevention efforts, including but not limited to: additional overnight and warming center beds; eviction prevention; expanded street outreach efforts; initiatives to narrow the digital divide among the homeless population, including expansion of the existing informational kiosk program; increased shelter and service options for survivors of domestic violence; increased shelter and service options in northern and/or rural areas of the County; and other relevant initiatives. Create and sustain a suitable living environment through infrastructure and public facility improvements Activities furthering creating and sustaining a suitable living environment through infrastructure and public facility improvements, including but not limited to: park, playground, community center, and other recreation facility expansion, repair, and maintenance; street, sidewalk, street light, and drain expansion, repair, and maintenance; ADA accessibility improvements; infrastructure improvements in rural areas of the County; and other relevant initiatives. Provide public services to expand economic opportunity, improve safety, enhance food access, and provide other assistance for low- and moderate-income households, seniors, people with disabilities, and other eligible groups Activities furthering public service availability and access, including but not limited to: increased service availability in northern and rural parts of the County; increased access to free or affordable transit services; increased access to free or affordable childcare services; increased access to programs and services available in Spanish; increased housing-related services including housing counseling, homebuyer education, and financial literacy; formation and/or advertisement of a centralized phone-based resource hub for residents who do not have access or the ability to use a computer; and other relevant initiatives. Administration of funding and projects Program administration costs associated with the coordination and delivery of services to Oakland County residents, including but not limited to staff salary, planning, and administrative service delivery costs for implementing the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs. 17 PROJECTS: AP-35 PROJECTS – 91.220(D) Introduction Listed below are the projects which Oakland County intends to implement and fund in FY 2026. Projects TABLE 3 – PROJECT INFORMATION # Project Name 1 CDBG Administration 2 CDBG Housing Rehabilitation/Revolving Loan Fund Estimate 3 CDBG Housing/HIP Direct Project Costs 4 CDBG Public Services Housing Counseling 5 CDBG PS/Battered & Abused 6 CDBG Mobile Home Minor Home Repair 7 CDBG Code Enforcement 8 CDBG Minor Home Repair 9 CDBG Public Facilities and Infrastructure 10 CDBG Homebuyer Assistance (13B) 11 CDBG Homebuyer Assistance (05R) 12 CDBG Shelter/Homeless Operations 13 CDBG Homeless Facilities 14 CDBG Public Services (Minus Battered & Abused) 15 HOME Administration/Program Income Estimate 16 HOME Housing Rehabilitation 18 Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved needs Quantitative research (housing market and demographic analysis) and qualitative research (surveys, public meetings, focus groups, and resident input) impacted the priority needs and strategies for the Oakland County PY 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan. Oakland County does not allocate investments geographically and does not plan to identify any specific Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas (NRSA). Activities selected will be eligible for funding based on their ability to meet Oakland County goals, which currently prioritize housing and other similarly transformative projects. The primary obstacle to addressing underserved needs is the lack of adequate financial resources. Oakland County will continue to pursue funding from a variety of sources in order to overcome this barrier # Project Name 17 HOME CHDO Rental 18 HOME CHDO Operating Expenses 19 HOME CHDO Homebuyer 20 HOME Rental 21 ESG Administration and ESG Homelessness 19 AP-38 PROJECT SUMMARY Project Summary Information 1 Project Name CDBG Administration Target Area Oakland County Goals Supported Administration and Funding of Projects Needs Addressed Administration and Funding of Projects Funding $973,560.60 Description Administration of the CDBG program including management, public information and fair housing activities. Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities N/A Location Description Oakland County Neighborhood & Housing Development Division 1200 N. Telegraph Rd. Bldg. 34E, Pontiac, MI 48341 Planned Activities General program administration. 20 2 Project Name CDBG Housing Rehabilitation/Revolving Loan Fund Estimate Target Area Oakland County HOME Consortium Oakland County Goals Supported Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Needs Addressed Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Funding $883,500.00 Description Contract work and estimated loan payments of the County's Home Improvement Program which is available to income- qualified homeowners in participating communities. Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 80 Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Contract work and estimated loan payments of the County's Home Improvement Program which is available to income- qualified homeowners in participating communities. 21 3 Project Name CDBG Housing/HIP Direct Project Costs Target Area Oakland County HOME Consortium Oakland County Goals Supported Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Needs Addressed Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Funding $684,701.47 Description Direct project costs of contract work of the County's Home Improvement Program which is available to income qualified homeowners of single-family owner-occupied units and owner occupants of attached single family rental (2-4 units) in participating communities. Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 80 Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Housing rehabilitation – direct project costs. 22 4 Project Name CDBG Public Services – Housing Counseling Target Area Oakland County HOME Consortium Oakland County Goals Supported Provide public services to expand economic opportunity, improve safety, enhance food access, and provide other assistance for low- and moderate-income households, seniors, people with disabilities, and other eligible groups. Needs Addressed Provide public services to expand economic opportunity, improve safety, enhance food access, and provide other assistance for low- and moderate-income households, seniors, people with disabilities, and other eligible groups. Funding $319,546.00 Description Comprehensive housing counseling services to help address housing matters including foreclosure, homebuyer and tenant issues. Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Oakland County Neighborhood & Housing Development Division 1200 N. Telegraph Rd. Bldg. 34E, Pontiac, MI 48341 Location Description Specific and variable 23 Planned Activities Housing counseling services. 5 Project Name CDBG Public Services – Battered & Abused Target Area Oakland County HOME Consortium Oakland County Goals Supported Provide public services to expand economic opportunity, improve safety, enhance food access, and provide other assistance for low- and moderate-income households, seniors, people with disabilities, and other eligible groups. Needs Addressed Provide public services to expand economic opportunity, improve safety, enhance food access, and provide other assistance for low- and moderate-income households, seniors, people with disabilities, and other eligible groups. Funding $70,134.45 Description Services for victims of domestic violence, dating violence, sexual assault or stalking as part of a County executed and administered contract with HAVEN. Target Date 06/30/2027 24 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 330 Location Description HAVEN 801 Vanguard Drive, Pontiac, MI 48341 Planned Activities Housing counseling services. 6 Project Name CDBG Mobile Home Minor Home Repair Target Area Oakland County Goals Supported Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Needs Addressed Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Funding $161,730.00 Description Minor home repair for the mobile homes of income qualified households as part of a County executed and administered contract with a third-party non-profit. Repairs will conform to Oakland County guidelines and State of Michigan Lead Based Paint requirements. Target Date 06/30/2027 25 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 11 low-mod families Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Minor repair to mobile homes. 7 Project Name CDBG Code Enforcement Target Area Oakland County Goals Supported Create and sustain a suitable living environment through infrastructure and public facility improvements Needs Addressed Create and sustain a suitable living environment through infrastructure and public facility improvements Funding $285,851.00 Description Code enforcement activities. Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 5,000 housing units inspected 26 Location Description Area wide Planned Activities Code enforcement activities. 8 Project Name CDBG Minor Home Repair Target Area Oakland County Goals Supported Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Needs Addressed Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Funding $511,705.48 Description Minor home repairs for the homes of income qualified households. Repairs will confirm to Oakland County guidelines and State of Michigan Lead Based Paint guidelines. Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 80 households Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Minor home repair. 27 9 Project Name CDBG Public Facilities and Infrastructure Target Area Oakland County Goals Supported Create and sustain a suitable living environment through infrastructure and public facility improvements Needs Addressed Create and sustain a suitable living environment through infrastructure and public facility improvements Funding $567,352.00 Description Public facility and infrastructure improvements. Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 30,000 low-mod people assisted Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Including but not limited to: parks & recreation facilities, remove architectural barriers, senior centers, sidewalks. 10 Project Name CDBG Homebuyer Assistance (13B) 28 Target Area Oakland County Goals Supported Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Needs Addressed Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Funding $190,602.07 Description Providing assistance to eligible low- and moderate-income homebuyers to include subsidizing interest rates and mortgage principal; financing purchase of homes occupied by buyers; securing guarantees for private mortgage financing; providing up to half of required downpayment; and/or covering reasonable homebuyer closing costs. Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 18 low-mod households Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Homebuyer assistance. 11 Project Name CDBG Homebuyer Assistance (05R) Target Area Oakland County 29 Goals Supported Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Needs Addressed Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Funding $190,602.07 Description Providing assistance to eligible low- and moderate-income homebuyers to include subsidizing interest rates and mortgage principal; financing purchase of homes occupied by buyers; securing guarantees for private mortgage financing; providing up to half of required downpayment; and/or covering reasonable homebuyer closing costs. Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 18 low-mod households Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Homebuyer assistance. 12 Project Name CDBG Shelter/Homeless Operations Target Area Oakland County Goals Supported 30 Needs Addressed Funding $500.00 Description Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description Planned Activities 13 Project Name CDBG Homeless Facilities Target Area Oakland County Goals Supported Needs Addressed Funding $500.00 Description 31 Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Location Description Planned Activities 14 Project Name CDBG Public Services (Minus Battered & Abused) Target Area Oakland County Goals Supported Provide public services to expand economic opportunity, improve safety, enhance food access, and provide other assistance for low- and moderate-income households, seniors, people with disabilities, and other eligible groups. Needs Addressed Provide public services to expand economic opportunity, improve safety, enhance food access, and provide other assistance for low- and moderate-income households, seniors, people with disabilities, and other eligible groups. Funding $340,490.00 Description Various public service programs. 32 Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 700 people assisted Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Including but not limited to: Child Care Services, Disabled Services, Emergency Services, Housekeeping Services, Senior Services, Services for Victims of Domestic Violence, Dating Violence, Sexual Assault, or Stalking, Transportation Services, Yard Services, Youth Services, Homebuyer Down Payment Assistance. 15 Project Name HOME Administration Target Area Oakland County HOME Consortium Goals Supported Administration and Funding of Projects Needs Addressed Administration and Funding of Projects Funding $347,722.29 Description Administration of the HOME program including management, public information and fair housing activities. 33 Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities N/A Location Description Oakland County Neighborhood & Housing Development Division 1200 N. Telegraph Rd. Bldg. 34E, Pontiac, MI 48341 Planned Activities General program administration. 16 Project Name HOME Housing Rehabilitation Target Area Oakland County HOME Consortium Oakland County Goals Supported Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Needs Addressed Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Funding $1,876,075.52 Description Direct project costs of contract work of the County's Home Improvement Program which is available to income qualified homeowners in participating communities. Target Date 06/30/2027 34 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 80 households assisted Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Housing rehabilitation. 17 Project Name HOME CHDO Rental Target Area Oakland County HOME Consortium Oakland County Goals Supported Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Needs Addressed Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Funding $84,475.03 Description Contracts with qualified CHDOs to construct or rehabilitate affordable single family (1-4 units) and multifamily rental housing in HOME Consortium Communities. This investment targets renters at or below 60% of area median income. Target Date 06/30/2027 35 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 4 low-income families. Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Rehab or development of CHDO rental units. 18 Project Name HOME CHDO Operating Expenses Target Area Oakland County HOME Consortium Oakland County Goals Supported Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Needs Addressed Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Funding $84,475.03 Description Fund the operating expenses of Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) when carrying out Oakland County HOME funded projects. Target Date 06/30/2027 36 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities N/A Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities CHDO operating expenses. 19 Project Name HOME CHDO Homebuyer Target Area Oakland County HOME Consortium Oakland County Goals Supported Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Needs Addressed Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Funding $84,475.03 Description Contracts with qualified Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs) to develop affordable housing for income qualified homebuyers through acquisition, rehab or new construction. Target Date 06/30/2027 37 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 2 low-mod families. Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Housing rehabilitation, acquisition, and/or new construction. 20 Project Name HOME Rental Target Area Oakland County HOME Consortium Oakland County Goals Supported Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Needs Addressed Increase and Improve Affordable Housing Options Funding $1,000,000.00 Description Acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of housing for affordable rental stock. Target Date 06/30/2027 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities 11 low-mod families or seniors. 38 Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities Acquisition, rehabilitation, or new construction of housing for affordable rental stock. 21 Project Name ESG Administration and ESG Homelessness Target Area Oakland County HOME Consortium Oakland County Goals Supported Increase Homeless Shelter, Service, and Prevention Efforts Needs Addressed Increase Homeless Shelter, Service, and Prevention Efforts Funding $328,280.00 Description County's cost of administering the Oakland County ESG program. Fund qualified agency to perform data collection/evaluation through HMIS. The agency will provide reports/training/technical assistance to ESG participating agencies and the County. Funds will be provided to a qualified agency to provide rental assistance and housing relocation and stabilization services for eligible homeless and/or at risk of homelessness clients. Fund qualified shelters for eligible essential service for homeless clients, shelter operations and organizational support. Target Date 06/30/2027 39 Estimate the number and type of families that will benefit from the proposed activities Homeless person overnight shelter: 500 persons assisted Homelessness prevention: 100 persons assisted Location Description Specific and variable Planned Activities General program administration = $24,027.90 Data collection/evaluation through HMIS = $24,027.90 Rental Assistance and housing relocation/stabilization services = $101,664.00 Essential services, shelter operations and organizational support = $170,652.20 40 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 Oakland County does not allocate investments geographically and does not plan to identify any specific Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas (NRSA). Activities selected will be eligible for funding based on their ability to meet Oakland County goals, which currently prioritize housing and other similarly transformative projects. The following 52 (85%) of Oakland County communities participate in the County's "Urban County" CDBG housing and community development programs: Cities - Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, Bloomfield Hills, Clarkston, Clawson, Farmington, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lathrup Village, Madison Heights, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake Village, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester, Rochester Hills, South Lyon, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Wixom Townships - Addison, Bloomfield, Brandon, Commerce, Groveland, Highland, Holly, Independence, Lyon, Milford, Oakland, Orion, Oxford, Rose, Royal Oak, Springfield, West Bloomfield, White Lake Villages - Beverly Hills, Franklin, Holly, Lake Orion, Leonard, Milford, Ortonville, Oxford and Wolverine Lake. Farmington Hills, Royal Oak, Southfield, Pontiac, and Waterford Township are HUD entitlement communities. These communities with over 50,000 residents are "entitled" to receive HUD funds and have chosen to administer their own CDBG programs. The City of Lake Angelus, Novi Township, Southfield Township and the Village of Bingham Farms do not receive HUD funds. Oakland County’s Recapture and Reallocation Policy allows the County to take back CDBG funds from participating communities if they remain unobligated for two years, ensuring compliance with federal timeliness rules. The County then redistributes these recaptured dollars to communities or projects that can spend them quickly and effectively, helping maintain HUD’s required expenditure pace and directing resources to activities that benefit low‑ and moderate‑income residents. Oakland County HOME Consortium - Oakland County serves as the lead entity for the Oakland County HOME Consortium (OCHC), which is comprised of the Urban County of Oakland, Farmington Hills, Royal Oak, and Southfield. The HOME program funds HIP, Rental Development/Preservation gap financing and CHDO activities throughout Consortium communities. 41 Geographic Distribution TABLE 4 - GEOGRAPHIC DISTRIBUTION Target Area Percentage of Funds Oakland County HOME Consortium 33% Oakland County 67% Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically Oakland County does not allocate investments geographically and does not plan to identify any specific Neighborhood Revitalization Strategy Areas (NRSA). Activities selected will be eligible for funding based on their ability to meet national program objectives and Consolidated Plan goals. 42 2026-2030 43 AP-55 AFFORDABLE HOUSING – 91.220(G) Introduction Considering only HOME program funds and programs, The County anticipates assisting 61 homeowners with home repairs, and producing 8 new units of affordable housing. TABLE 5 - ONE YEAR GOALS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING BY SUPPORT REQUIREMENT One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless 0 Non-Homeless 69 Special-Needs 0 Total 69 TABLE 6 - ONE YEAR GOALS FOR AFFORDABLE HOUSING BY SUPPORT TYPE One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance 0 The Production of New Units 8 Rehab of Existing Units 61 Acquisition of Existing Units 0 Total 69 44 AP-60 PUBLIC HOUSING – 91.220(H) Introduction Public housing within the Oakland County consortium is provided through a large number of Housing Authorities under the jurisdictions of its various member communities. Oakland County itself does not administer a PHA but rather collaborates with and supports its various member PHAs. Planned activities relating to this are detailed below. Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing The County has regular meetings with the Pontiac Housing Commission on the needs for public housing and partnership opportunities to bring housing to families. Through the County’s HOME, CDBG, and Housing Trust Fund rental development and rehabilitation programs, the County has supported the creation or preservation of 981 project-based voucher units. Additional units may be supported by the Housing Choice Voucher program at the various properties in which the County has invested federal and local funds. Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership Oakland County housing counselors will meet with public housing residents and/or housing choice voucher holders to explore the potential for future homeownership including converting a rental voucher to a homeownership voucher. The housing counseling unit provides referrals to each local PHC. The status of each PHC waiting list is provided to the Neighborhood & Housing Development Division through its Alliance membership. NHD is currently working with an Oakland County CHDO to convert 7 rental units from the LIHTC program to homeownership using CDBG funds. 6 of the 7 rental units have closed with first time homebuyers. The final unit is expected to sell in 2026. NHD and the HTF have invested funds into additional rental conversion properties; however, the units will not be available in the near term due to LIHTC compliance regulations. If the PHA is designated as troubled, describe the manner in which financial assistance will be provided or other assistance N/A 45 AP-65 HOMELESS AND OTHER SPECIAL NEEDS ACTIVITIES – 91.220(I) Introduction Oakland County works closely with the Alliance for Housing, which serves as the jurisdiction’s Continuum of Care and lead agency organizing service providers in the area. The Continuum of Care secures and distributes funding for direct service providers in the housing and homeless community and provides guidance to strengthen policies and programs. Homeless needs activities were identified as an urgent need during the community engagement and data analysis processes. Planned activities relating to this are detailed below. The Blueprint to End Homelessness was developed in 2021 and is comprised of more than 60 stakeholders, including Oakland County Neighborhood and Housing Development, Community Corrections, the Alliance for Housing, Oakland University William Beaumont School of Medicine, HOPE, Community Housing Network, Lighthouse, Haven, Samaritas, Street Democracy, the City of Ferndale, Centro Multicultural de la Familia, and many others. As the lead nonprofit agency dedicated to ending homelessness and coordinating housing and funding to support Oakland County residents experiencing homelessness, the Alliance for Housing serves as the local Continuum of Care (CoC). These stakeholders meet regularly to implement action items that address all facets of homelessness. Meetings are chaired jointly by NHD leadership and the Alliance for Housing. In 2026, an updated Blueprint to End Homelessness will be finalized, reflecting progress made to date and outlining next steps for continued system improvement.. This Blueprint also serves as a roadmap for strategic planning and actions towards reducing and ending homelessness. 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 46 Oakland County through is HOME/CDBG funding and Housing Trust Fund have closed 1,395 units of affordable housing in the near-term pipeline that will provide safe, decent, and affordable housing to prevent residents from becoming homeless. This pipeline will also serve as permanent housing for residents of existing emergency shelters and transitional housing. NHD has additional units currently in the pipeline to support these efforts. Oakland County also plans to fund and support additional shelter capacity throughout the County using both federal grant funding and other County resources. Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Oakland County has funded 21 units resulting in 98 total beds of non-congregant housing using HOME-ARP and ARPA funding that is anticipated to be operational by the end Program Year 2027. Oakland County also seeks to acquire and/or build transitional housing for youth aging out of foster care, young mothers and families, veterans, and other residents. 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 Oakland County, in partnership with the Alliance for Housing (the local Continuum of Care), implements a coordinated system of ESG funded services, housing counseling, and supportive programs designed to help individuals and families experiencing homelessness especially chronically homeless households, families with children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth transition to permanent housing as quickly as possible and maintain long term stability. Through ESG funded rapid re housing and prevention, housing counseling, wrap around services, HMIS driven system planning, and the strategic framework of the Blueprint to End Homelessness, Oakland County is committed to helping individuals and families transition quickly into permanent housing, maintain long term stability, and prevent future homelessness. The County’s investments in new affordable housing and its strong partnerships across more than 60 agencies ensure a comprehensive and effective response to homelessness. 47 Oakland County uses ESG funds to support a Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re Housing (HPRRH) program administered by Lighthouse and Community Housing Network. These agencies provide rental assistance, rental fees, utility assistance, housing search support, and case management to households who are homeless or at imminent risk of homelessness. Lighthouse offers a twelve month follow up program that includes in home case management, with 90% of participants maintaining housing after one year. These interventions significantly shorten the length of time households experience homelessness and support long term housing stability. Providing Housing Counseling is a key component of the County’s strategy to support successful transitions into permanent housing. Counseling services include budgeting, tenant education, landlord mediation, and assistance navigating affordable housing opportunities. By now using outreach methods such as Wellness Wednesdays and Friendship Fridays we can increase access to HUD Certified Housing Counseling through wraparound services and supporting housing readiness Since the inception of Wellness Wednesdays, Oakland County has provided 2,332 individuals with wrap around services that reduce barriers to housing and support independent living. These include: • 228 with Housing Counseling Services • 596 guests accessing shower services • 538 loads of laundry completed • 141 individuals receiving medical support • 173 individuals connected to resources through Oakland Connects • 69 individuals assisted by Community Housing Network • 40 individuals supported by Lighthouse These services improve health, stability, and readiness for permanent housing. Shortening the Length of Homelessness. The Continuum of Care tracks and analyzes the length of time individuals and families experience homelessness using HMIS. Current data shows: • Families are typically homeless 1–3 months before entering a program • Individuals entering shelter are typically homeless one week or less • Individuals entering transitional or permanent housing programs are typically homeless 1–3 months Length of stay data is reviewed regularly by the Systems Implementation and Coordination Committee, which develops strategies to reduce time spent being homeless and improve system operations. 48 The Continuum of Care actively tracks returns to homelessness through HMIS and produces quarterly reports on exits from rapid re housing, transitional housing, and permanent supportive housing. These reports are reviewed by the CoC Board and the Project Monitoring and Performance Outcomes Committee to identify trends, strengthen program practices, and improve follow up care. Program specific technical assistance includes an examination of exit procedures as well as follow-up care procedures and accessibility. Oakland County continues to expand the supply of affordable and supportive housing to ensure that individuals exiting homelessness have access to long term housing options. Recent and upcoming developments include: • Shepherd House, a 53-unit permanent supportive housing community in Ferndale • 166 additional affordable housing units under construction in Pontiac and Southfield, expected to be completed in PY 2026 or shortly thereafter These units increase the availability of permanent housing for individuals and families transitioning from homelessness. The Blueprint to End Homelessness guides the County’s long-term strategy to reduce homelessness and improve system performance. The Blueprint establishes goals focused on preventing homelessness before it occurs, strengthening coordinated outreach, improving access to shelter and crisis response, expanding pathways to permanent housing, and increasing stabilization supports to ensure long term housing retention. Stakeholders meet regularly to implement action items aligned with these goals, addressing prevention, outreach, shelter, housing, and stabilization across the entire homelessness response system. An updated Blueprint will be finalized in 2026, reflecting progress made to date and outlining new strategies to strengthen the homelessness response system. 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 49 Oakland County also seeks to acquire and/or build transitional housing for youth aging out of foster care, young mothers and families, veterans, and other residents. Oakland County through is HOME/CDBG funding and Housing Trust Fund also have 1,395 units of affordable housing in the near-term pipeline that will provide safe, decent, and affordable housing to prevent residents from becoming homeless. This pipeline will also serve as permanent housing for residents existing emergency shelters and transitional housing. AP-75 BARRIERS TO AFFORDABLE HOUSING – 91.220(J) Introduction: Negative Effects of Public Policies on Affordable Housing and Residential Investment Oakland County’s 2020 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI) identifies several challenges related to housing affordability and access as county’s barriers to fair housing choice. The AI also includes a review of the county’s existing zoning code and identifies policies that may limit the development of affordable housing in the region. Housing problems and limited access to homeownership disproportionately impact protected classes Analysis of 2008-2017 homeownership data from the Housing Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) showed that the mortgage denial rate in Oakland County is disproportionately among Black and African American households, who had an average denial rate of 29%. This denial rate was significantly higher than the county’s overall average of 15%. Comparatively, White households had the county’s lowest average denial rate at 13%. Additionally, Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) data analysis on housing needs performed in this Consolidated Plan revealed that Black households exhibited disproportionately high rates of housing problems compared to the county as a whole. Disparate patterns in lending, moderate to high levels of segregation, insufficient affordable housing in a range of unit sizes, racial minority households with disproportionate rates of housing problems, insufficient accessible affordable housing, and discrimination on the basis of disability were all identified as high priority contributing factors that impacted fair housing choice in the county’s latest AI. Zoning, Affordability, and Housing Choice Although zoning ordinances and land use codes play an important role in regulating the health and safety of the built environment, overly restrictive codes can negatively impact housing affordability and fair housing choice within a jurisdiction. A Land Use Planner 50 Survey of jurisdictions’ zoning codes and land use regulations was conducted to identify any barriers that might impede access to housing. This survey found that most jurisdictions define the word “family” as related by blood, marriage, or adoption or "related" in any other traditional sense, which may limit access to housing choice. In addition, few jurisdictions actively encourage affordable housing development or inclusionary policies. Barriers to housing access in the private market In addition to these public-sector barriers, the private market can also create barriers. Some landlords may refuse to rent units to households receiving other forms of housing assistance. This practice, known as source of income discrimination, reduces the affordability of existing units in the private housing stock and creates barriers to obtaining affordable housing. While source of income discrimination is illegal in the state of Michigan, many residents still struggle to find landlords willing to accept Section 8 or Housing Choice Vouchers for reasons ranging from stigma and discrimination to landlord concern about the potential for added cost. Housing Choice Vouchers make up a significant portion of publicly supported housing within Oakland County and are a key element in providing affordable housing to the county’s most vulnerable populations. Because of this, landlord reluctance presents a significant barrier to affordable housing. 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 Oakland County has implemented several strategies to increase access to affordable housing in the region through countywide programs and partnerships with area nonprofits and service organizations. These actions include the County’s establishment of the Housing Trust Fund (HTF) in 2023, which supports the development and preservation of affordable, attainable, workforce, and mixed-income housing throughout the county. Eligible applicants for HTF funds include developers, Community Housing Development Organizations (CHDOs), government entities, local housing commissions/authorities, and other housing-related development/preservation entities. The HTF and NHD have been successful in working with their local city, village, and township partners to approve zoning changes, payment in lieu of taxes (PILOTs), tax increment financing districts, and other local control matters that has resulted in the creation or preservation of over 1,550 mixed-income housing units. The Unlocking Doors Oakland County Program also helps remove barriers to housing for homeless individuals receiving voucher assistance. This program incentivizes 51 landlords to rent their home or apartment to a homeless individual with a housing voucher by providing up to $3,000 in assistance for minor unit repairs if they participate. 52 AP-85 OTHER ACTIONS – 91.220(K) Introduction: This section details Oakland County’s plans to ensure safe and affordable housing for its residents, meet underserved needs, reduce poverty, develop institutional structure, and enhance coordination between public and private sector housing and community development agencies. Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs Residents and stakeholders who participated in this planning process noted that underserved needs in Oakland County include housing affordable to residents with low or moderate incomes; housing and services for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness; and a range of public services and facilities to meet specific community needs. Obstacles to meeting underserved needs include: • Loss of existing affordable housing due to factors such as increasing rents and home values and aging housing stock in need of rehabilitation • High costs of new development and associated need for subsidies for development of new affordable housing • Increasing homelessness due to high housing costs and need for services to connect residents with permanent housing and services, and • Limited funding to provide needed services and facilities. To develop additional resources to address affordable housing, homelessness, and public services and facilities needs, Oakland County will fund a variety of projects to meet underserved needs such as affordable housing, homelessness, public facilities and infrastructure, and public services. The County will continue to leverage a variety of funds, including CDBG, HOME, and HTF funds to accomplish this work. Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing To maintain and expand the current affordable housing stock, Oakland County through NHD and the HTF, will continue to identify and develop partnerships with nonprofit housing organizations and housing developers with the goal of increasing the supply of affordable housing by leveraging outside resources and their development experience. These may include LIHTC or other developers considering housing projects in the county. The County will also look at using funding or grants that can be leveraged to bring new dollars for affordable housing or homelessness into the community. Finally, the County will continue to increase housing affordability by providing funding for 53 infrastructure to support affordable housing development, accessibility and home repair programs, and tenant-based rental assistance. In addition to specific programs designed to foster and maintain affordable housing, participating cities will review zoning ordinance for prospective barriers to affordable housing development and make amendments as needed, including possible changes that would decrease costs or risk for multifamily and other affordable housing developments, and identifying zones where multifamily and other affordable housing types, such as accessory dwelling units or smaller homes, may be built as-of-right. Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards An important initiative emanating from HUD in the last decade is the reduction of lead- based paint hazards, and many jurisdictions around the country have focused on reaching this goal. The federal Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992 (Title X of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1992) amends the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act of 1971, which is the law covering lead- based paint in federally funded housing. These laws and subsequent regulations issued by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (24 CFR part 35) protect young children from lead-based paint hazards in housing that is financially assisted or being sold by the federal government. Should Oakland County undertake any property rehabilitation projects, the County will assess whether lead-based paint might be present and, if so, follow the guidelines set forth in the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992. Oakland County is committed to testing and abating lead in all pre-1978 housing units assisted with federal grant funds in any of the housing programs it implements. Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families Supportive services such as homeless prevention/assistance, emergency rental/utility assistance, food assistance, education, and health resources are offered by a variety of area nonprofits and organizations, including Oakland Livingston Human Service Agency (OLHSA), Community Housing Network (CHN), Lighthouse, and HOPE Shelters, among others. These organizations are guided by the goal of reducing the number of Oakland County households living in poverty through direct assistance via financial aid, food pantries, clothing distribution, and other wraparound services that help residents meet basic needs and move toward long‑term stability. In addition, NHD and the HTF have invested in the development or preservation of 1,550 mixed-income housing units including 981 project-based voucher units. Included in the 981 voucher units are 173 permanent supportive housing units. NHD is committed to providing and connecting Oakland County residents with wrap around services intended to eliminate housing insecurity. 54 Actions planned to develop institutional structure The unmet needs of rental housing affordable to low-income residents and social services for individuals and families experiencing or at risk of homelessness present an opportunity for the County to further connect with and support organizations, affordable housing developers, and agencies working to address these needs in Oakland County. The County will also continue to work within existing partnerships and coalitions, such as the Alliance for Housing to work toward meeting local housing and service needs. Oakland County will continue to work closely with state and local agencies and governments, nonprofit organizations, and other service providers to coordinate delivery of services to county residents. The Neighborhood and Housing Development Division will continue to consult with various housing, homelessness, social service, elderly, and disability resource agencies to gather data and identify service gaps. Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies Oakland County will continue to be an active participant in the Alliance for Housing, which secures and distributes funding for direct service providers in the housing and homeless community and provides guidance to strengthen policies and programs. This work includes street outreach, emergency shelter, transitional housing, rapid rehousing, prevention and diversion, and permanent supportive housing. The County will also continue to partner with regional organizations, such as the Southeast Michigan Economic Development Council, to enhance coordination between area agencies. 55 2026-2030 Program Specific 56 AP-90 PROGRAM SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS – 91.220(L)(1,2,4) Introduction: CDBG Revolving Loan Funds are used to support Home Improvement Program projects in accordance with CDBG & HUD guidelines. Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1) Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in projects to be carried out. 1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 0 2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's strategic plan 0 3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0 4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan. 0 5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 0 Total Program Income 0 57 Other CDBG Requirements 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: Other forms of investment include private and other public investments. HOME funds will not be invested in a loan guarantee as an eligible activity as indicated in 24 CFR 92.205(b). 2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds when used for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows: The Oakland County Neighborhood & Housing Development Division has comprehensive program guidelines which provide for the recapture of HOME funds in compliance with program requirements 24 CFR 92.254(a). Under the recapture provision, the HOME investment subject to recapture is the HOME assistance that enables the homebuyer to afford the dwelling unit. This homebuyer assistance is a subsidy ($1,000.00 minimum) that makes the home affordable to a low-income homebuyer. The County’s home buyer assistance is a deferred payment loan with 0% interest. The Division secures its interest in the property with a mortgage and note. One hundred percent of the HOME investment is recaptured upon conversion of property use and/or ownership unless, due to foreclosure, there are not enough proceeds to pay the full amount of the loan. The County will accept the balance of the net proceeds as payment in full, the debt will be extinguished and the affordability period ends. Recaptured funds must be used to carry out HOME eligible 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. 98% 58 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: The HOME Program stipulates an affordability period on projects assisted with HOME funds to ensure that HOME investments yield affordable housing over the long term. Section 215 of the National Affordable Housing Act outlines the term “affordable housing”. To qualify as affordable, all rental and homeownership units constructed or rehabilitated with HOME funds must adhere to the regulation. It is the responsibility of each HOME participating jurisdiction to report to HUD the number of affordable units completed on an annual basis. Although the CDBG program does not require the qualification of units as “affordable” following the HOME Section 215 regulations, it is useful to keep track of affordable units rehabilitated with CDBG funds. Oakland County meets Section 215 requirements as: • HOME assisted units are available for households at 80% of area median income (AMI) or below • Initial purchase price of units does not exceed HUD Homeownership Value Limits • The units serve as the owner’s principal residence • All newly constructed housing meets energy efficiency standards • Recapture provisions allow the County to provide assistance as a deferred loan secured by mortgage and note (0% interest) • The loan becomes due and payable when the homeowner vacates, sells, transfers, or assigns any legal or equitable interest in the property except where prohibited by law. Upon the deaths of the loan recipients, it is the responsibility of the estate or heirs to repay the loan when the estate is settled. 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 Oakland County HOME Consortium does not intend to refinance existing debt secured by multifamily housing rehabilitated with HOME funds. 5. If applicable to a planned HOME TBRA activity, a description of the preference for persons with special needs or disabilities. (See 24 CFR 92.209(c)(2)(i) and CFR 91.220(l)(2)(vii)). 59 Not Applicable. 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)). Not Applicable. 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). Not Applicable. Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) Reference 91.220(l)(4) 1. Include written standards for providing ESG assistance (may include as attachment) For the Homeless Assistance and Rapid Re-housing portion of the grant, recipient agencies will conduct an initial evaluation to determine each individual or family’s eligibility for ESG assistance and the amount and types of assistance the household needs to regain stability in permanent housing. The evaluations will be conducted in accordance with the centralized assessment requirements of the Oakland County Continuum of Care. Eligibility requirements for the Rapid ReHousing and/or prevention components of the program include: • The program participant must meet the criteria under the Federal homeless definition as amended under the HEARTH act. A homeless certification form is required. • The household income must be less than 30% of AMI. Annual income will be calculated using the standards for calculating income under HOME and Section 8 income guidelines. • The household cannot have assets more than $1,000 for an individual or $2,000 for a family • The program participant lacks enough resources and support networks necessary to retain housing without ESG Assistance, but for this assistance they 60 would be homeless. After an initial evaluation, a housing plan will be developed, and a participant must meet with his or her caseworker as prescribed under the plan. Unless prohibited under the Violence Against Women Act, as amended or the Family Violence Prevention and Services Act, the recipient will be connected to appropriate supportive services including assistance in obtaining permanent housing, mental health treatment, counseling and other services essential for achieving independent living. They will also be linked to federal, state, local and private assistance available to assist with obtaining housing stability including Medicaid, food assistance, WIC, unemployment benefits, SSI, SSDI, Veteran’s benefits, medical assistance, legal aid, employment assistance and other locally available assistance programs. A plan will be developed to assist the program participant to retain permanent housing after the assistance ends, considering all relevant considerations such as the program participants current or expected income and expenses, other public or private assistance for which the program participant will be eligible and likely to receive and the affordability of available housing in the area. Each participant will be linked to available PSH programs or the local HCV, Section 8 Voucher Programs, Public Housing Authorities and project based rental assistance when the waiting lists are open. 2. If the Continuum of Care has established centralized or coordinated assessment system that meets HUD requirements, describe that centralized or coordinated assessment system. Oakland County agencies practice a no wrong door approach. Coordination among emergency shelter providers, essential services providers, homelessness prevention and rapid re-housing assistance providers, other homeless assistance providers and mainstream services and housing providers will be done through HMIS sharing, the centralized assessment form, the local Homeless Assistance and Recovery Agency (HARA) and the Community Inter-Agency Service Team (CIST). All ESG recipients will be required to be an active member of the Continuum of Care and attend bimonthly meetings. At these meetings, case managers can share information and resources and assist each other with resources for clients. MSHDA and Michigan DHHS with the full support from the Michigan Coalition Against Homelessness requires the use of a single assessment tool for people experiencing homelessness. This tool, known as the Vulnerability Index - Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool (VI-SPDAT) will provide HARAs and other housing agencies with a standardized, evidence-informed assessment process that prioritizes vulnerability. Michigan’s Campaign to End Homelessness is committed to Housing First and has identified VI- SPDAT as the tool that will be implemented in every community so that our state moves forward in ending homelessness while supporting HEARTH Act regulations. 61 Youth programs are exempt and use their own similar statewide assessment tool. Oakland County providers meet once a month and have calls weekly to discuss VI- SPDAT scores and prioritize program openings based on need VI-SPDAT training is provided and offered free of charge. The training is mandatory for HARA midlevel management, HARA front line staff, DHHS Continuum of Care mid- level management and DHHS Continuum of Care Program front line staff. The DHHS Continuum of Care Program includes the following projects: Rapid Re-Housing Initiative, Transitional Supportive Housing Leasing Assistance Program, Rural Housing & Supportive Services and the Rural Homeless PSH Initiative. HARA and DHHS Continuum of Care Program and Executive Directors are strongly encouraged to attend the training. HMIS entry is not granted to agency employees until VI-SPDAT training has been completed. 3. Identify the process for making sub-awards and describe how the ESG allocation available to private nonprofit organizations (including community and faith-based organizations). Generally, each June the Division hosts an ESG application workshop. The workshop is advertised in the Oakland Press, on the Oakland County website and on the Alliance for Housing list serve. The workshop provides details on the application requirements for the emergency shelter, HMIS and homeless prevention and rapid re-housing activities. Applicants are required to submit supporting documents including non-profit status, HMIS certification, non-debarment status, financial statements, insurance, policies and procedures and budgets. All emergency shelters that meet the application requirements receive funding based on formula. The lead agency of the CoC receives the HMIS funds. HPRP is scored based upon specific criteria and the awards are determined by committee. One-year contracts are awarded once funds are released. 4. If the jurisdiction is unable to meet the homeless participation requirement in 24 CFR 576.405(a), the jurisdiction must specify its plan for reaching out to and consulting with homeless or formerly homeless individuals in considering policies and funding decisions regarding facilities and services funded under ESG. The Division has a member of Citizen Advisory Council who was previously homeless and was “couch surfing” with her child for a period of time. Though this does not meet the official definition of homeless, Oakland County is committed to having representation of formerly homeless individuals on its advisory board. However, through consultation with the Continuum of Care and citizen participation process, the County obtains input from homeless or formerly homeless persons. In 62 addition, as previously required in the ESG and Homeless Prevention and Rapid Re- Housing Program, the Division is passing this requirement on to funded agencies via contract language. This requirement will be checked at monitoring. The Continuum of Care has a formerly homeless person on their board. The Continuum of Care provides input to the Division on the ESG program. 5. Describe performance standards for evaluating ESG. ESG Monitoring Standards and Procedures - Oakland County will continue to implement a monitoring policy to ensure that ESG recipients follow applicable requirements. Annual onsite monitoring of shelters and transitional housing providers will include inspections to ensure that housing conforms to habitability standards under the HEARTH Act as well as LBP regulations. In addition to project performance, accountability, financial responsibility and adherence to federal grant management regulations. Monitor reviews will sample client files to ensure that case management, action plans and referrals to mainstream benefits are provided and the files are maintained appropriately. Reimbursement requests will be reviewed, and cross referenced with contracts and procurement documents as warranted. Rapid re-housing and homeless prevention files will be checked to ensure that all required documents including homeless certification forms, income calculations, lease, recertification documents and habitability inspection reports are accurate. In addition, before reimbursement can be made verification will be required including certification of homelessness, lease documents, income calculations, as well as cancelled checks and invoices. A contract will be developed requiring quarterly reimbursement requests and timely expenditure of funds. Monitoring was done via desk audits or in person as the COVID-19 pandemic restrictions allow. Performance Measures - Oakland County’s ESG program complies with CoC performance measurements which are available at https://www.oaklandhomeless.org/ Homeless - 65% of participants who meet the homeless definition will be stably housed 90 days after being exited from ESG/HARA through independent means or through linkage to another program (e.g. PSH, subsidized housing). Chronically Homeless - 50% of participants who meet the chronically homeless definition will be stably housed 90 days after being exited from ESG/HARA through independent means or through linkage to another program (e.g. PSH, subsidized 63 housing). In April 2016, MDHHS, MSHDA and MCAH issued an important update to the SPDAT which outlines the VI- SPDAT and SPDAT requirements. SPDAT has brought Michigan further along in the goal to redesign systems by providing every community a standardized evidence-based tool to support coordinated entry while taking Housing First practices to scale statewide. Since the implementation of the VI- SPDAT, the Alliance has reported that the tool helps them gauge the progression of client self-sufficiency as it relates to housing. Because the full VI-SPDAT is used during every follow-up meeting completed with active ESG clients assisted, it is instrumental in practicing progressive engagement with clients to ensure not only that basic needs are being fulfilled but that linkage to other resources is being made. Additional MSHDA/ESG outcomes include: • Percentage of those served who maintain housing one year after assistance ends (RRH and Prevention) • Percentage of clients that increase income within that year and/or within the timeframe of active housing assistance • Length of time between screening/intake and moving into housing • Minimum number of households served each PY Modifications to the residency factor in the ESG formula have been discussed at the staff level. The Division plans to meet with stakeholders and to present any proposed changes for CAC and BOC consideration. For the PY 2026-2030 Consolidated Plan the Division will follow its Citizen Participation Plan amendment process if required to address any ESG formula changes that may impact the County’s program. FY26 Special Revenue Grant Schedule B - Continuations (PY2026 Con Plan & AAP)estimate*estimate*estimate*estimate*estimate*estimate*estimate estimate estimate Dept. #FY26 Pos. #Budgeted Class FT/PT Hours Filled As Percentage CDBG Percentag e HOME Perentage ESG EGLE CHIP HOME ARP HIP Project Service Delivery HOME Project Service Delivery MHSHDA Percent 1060701 P00015987 Neighborhood & Housing Development NHD Officer FTE 1040 NHD Officer CDBG, HOME & ESG 50 35 5 0 0 10 0 0 0 100 1020615 P00002489 Fiscal Services Accountant III FTE 1664 Fiscal Services Accountant III CDBG, HOME & ESG 50 30 5 5 5 5 0 0 0 100 1060701 P00014810 Chief Neighborhood & Housing Development FTE 2080 Chief Financial Officer & Deputy Manager CDBG, HOME & ESG 40 30 5 2.5 2.5 20 0 0 0 100 1060701 P00001370 Grant Compliance & Program Coordinator FTE 2080 Grants Compliance Coordinator CDBG, HOME & ESG 60 25 5 1 1 8 0 0 0 100 1060701 P00014811 Neighborhood & Housing Development Coommunity Liaison FTE 2080 Community Engagement Liaison CDBG, HOME & ESG 60 20 0 0 0 20 0 0 0 100 1060702 P00003354 Housing Counseling Supervisor FTE 2080 Supervisor Housing Counseling & Homeless Services CDBG, HOME & ESG 85 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 5 100 1060702 P00000730 Neighborhood & Housing Development Specialist Senior FTE 2080 HUD Certified Housing Counselor CDBG, HOME & ESG 85 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 5 100 1060702 P00010806 Neighborhood & Housing Development Specialist Senior FTE 2080 HUD Certified Housing Counselor CDBG, HOME & ESG 85 0 10 0 0 0 0 0 5 100 1060701 P00003182 Supervisor Neighborhood & Housing Development FTE 2080 Supervisor Contract Compliance Unit CDBG & HOME 100 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 100 1060701 P00003567 Neighborhood & Housing Development Specialist Senior FTE 2080 Senior Specialist - Environmental Officer CDBG & HOME & ESG 80 20 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 100 1060701 P00000999 Supervisor Neighborhood & Housing Development FTE 2080 Supervisor Field Services CDBG & HOME 60 30 0 2.5 2.5 5 0 0 0 100 1060701 P00002426 Neighborhood & Housing Development Field Technician Senior FTE 2080 Senior Field Technician CDBG & HOME 35 20 0 2.5 2.5 0 20 20 0 100 1060701 P00009522 Neighborhood & Housing Development Field Technician Senior FTE 2080 Senior Field Technician CDBG & HOME 35 20 0 2.5 2.5 0 20 20 0 100 1060701 P00001457 Neighborhood & Housing Development Field Technician FTE 2080 Field Technician CDBG & HOME 35 20 0 2.5 2.5 0 20 20 0 100 1060701 P00001371 Supervisor Neighborhood & Housing Development Administrative Services FTE 2080 Supervisor Adminstrative Services CDBG & HOME 50 30 0 0 0 20 0 0 0 100 1060701 P00001768 Neighborhood & Housing Development Technician FTE 2080 Loan Services Specialist CDBG & HOME 40 35 0 2.5 2.5 0 10 10 0 100 1060701 P00003230 Neighborhood & Housing Development Technician FTE 2080 Loan Services Specialist CDBG & HOME 40 35 0 2.5 2.5 0 10 10 0 100 1060701 P00001279 Neighborhood & Housing Development Coordinator FTE 2080 Eligibility Coordinator CDBG & HOME 40 35 0 2.5 2.5 0 10 10 0 100 1060701 P00006098 Neighborhood & Housing Development Coordinator FTE 2080 Coordinator CDBG & HOME 40 35 0 2.5 2.5 0 10 10 0 100 1060701 P00005413 Neighborhood & Housing Development Assistant FTE 2080 Assistant CDBG, HOME & ESG 50 40 0 0 0 10 0 0 0 100 1060701 P00005341 Student**PTNE 1250 Student - PTNE CDBG, HOME & ESG 50 40 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 100 * The percentage of hours allocated to each grant is an estimate. Hours charged to grants is dictated by grant activities **The student position is being used by Oakland Connects Request to remove the following positions: Dept. #FY26 Pos. #Budgeted Class 1060701 P00003430 Neighborhood & Housing Development Coordinator 1060701 P00003231 Neighborhood & Housing Development Coordinator 1060701 P00009578 Neighborhood & Housing Development Specialist FT/PT Hours Filled As Grant FTE 2080 Eligibility Coordinator CDBG and HOME FTE 2080 Eligibility Coordinator CDBG and HOME FTE 2080 Specialist CDBG Request to remove the following positions: Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 16. Congressional Districts Of: * a. Applicant IMI-008 I * b. Program/Project IMI-008 I Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts if needed. IMI-009, MI-011, MI-014.docx I I Add Attachment 11 Delete Attachment 11 View Attachment I 17. Proposed Project: * a. Start Date: 107 /01/202 6 1 * b. End Date: 10613012027 1 18. Estimated Funding ($): *a.Federal I 3,767,803. ool * b. Applicant * c. State * d. Local * e. Other • f. Program Income I *g. TOTAL I 1,481,204.14 5,249,007.14 •19. Is Application Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12372 Process? D a. This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process fo r review on I 1. D b. Program is subject to E.0. 12372 but has not been selected by the State fo r review. � c. Program is not covered by E.0. 12372. •20. Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt? (If "Yes," provide explanation in attachment.)OYes �No If "Yes", provide explanation and attach I I I Add Attachment 11 Delete Attachment 11 View Attachment I 21.*By signing this application, I certify (1) to the statements contained in the list of certifications•• and (2) that the statements herein are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also provide the required assurances•• and agree to comply with any resulting terms if I accept an award. I am aware that any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may subject me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties. (U.S. Code, Title 18, Section 1001) � **I AGREE •• The list of certifications and assurances, or an internet site where you may obtain this list, is contained in the announcement or agency specific instructions. Authorized Representative: Prefix: IMr. /Mr. I * First Name: lnavid/David Middle Name: I I * Last Name: lcoul ter /Woodward Suffix: I I !county Executive/Chair Board of Commissioners*Title: *Telephone Number: 124 8-858-04 84/24 8-858-0100 *Email: lcoul terd@oakgov.com / woodwardd@oakgov.com *Signature of Authorized Representative: I I Fax Number: I I I I I • Date Signed: I I I I Attachment A Oakland County Urban County Participating Communities: Cities Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, , Clarkston, Clawson, Farmington, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lathrup Village, Madison Heights, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake Village, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester, Rochester Hills, South Lyon, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Wixom Townships Addison, , Brandon, Commerce, Groveland, Highland, Holly, Independence, Lyon, Milford, Oakland, Orion, Oxford, Rose, Royal Oak, , , White Lake Villages Beverly Hills, Franklin, Holly, Lake Orion, Leonard, Milford, Ortonville, Oxford, Wolverine Lake Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 16. Congressional Districts Of: * a. Applicant IMI-008 I * b. Program/Project IMI-008 I Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts if needed. IMI-009, MI-011, MI-014.docx I I Add Attachment 11 Delete Attachment 11 View Attachment I 17. Proposed Project: * a. Start Date: 107 /01/202 6 1 * b. End Date: 10613012027 1 18. Estimated Funding ($): *a.Federal I 1,877,222.901 * b. Applicant * c. State * d. Local * e. Other • f. Program Income I 1,600, ooo.ool *g. TOTAL I 3,477,222.901 •19. Is Application Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12372 Process? D a. This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process fo r review on I 1. D b. Program is subject to E.0. 12372 but has not been selected by the State fo r review. � c. Program is not covered by E.0. 12372. •20. Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt? (If "Yes," provide explanation in attachment.)OYes �No If "Yes", provide explanation and attach I I I Add Attachment 11 Delete Attachment 11 View Attachment I 21.*By signing this application, I certify (1) to the statements contained in the list of certifications•• and (2) that the statements herein are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also provide the required assurances•• and agree to comply with any resulting terms if I accept an award. I am aware that any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may subject me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties. (U.S. Code, Title 18, Section 1001) � **I AGREE •• The list of certifications and assurances, or an internet site where you may obtain this list, is contained in the announcement or agency specific instructions. Authorized Representative: Prefix: IMr. /Mr. I * First Name: lnavid/David Middle Name: I I * Last Name: lcoul ter /Woodward Suffix: I I !county Executive/Chair Board of Commissioners*Title: *Telephone Number: 124 8-858-04 84/24 8-858-0100 *Email: lcoul terd@oakgov.com / woodwardd@oakgov.com *Signature of Authorized Representative: I I Fax Number: I I I I I * Date Signed: I I I I Attachment B Oakland County HOME Consortium Communities: Cities Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, , Clarkston, Clawson, Farmington, Farmington Hills, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lathrup Village, Madison Heights, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake Village, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester, Rochester Hills, Royal Oak, South Lyon, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Wixom Townships Addison, , Brandon, Commerce, Groveland, Highland, Holly, Independence, Lyon, Milford, Oakland, Orion, Oxford, Rose, Royal Oak, , , White Lake Villages Beverly Hills, Franklin, Holly, Lake Orion, Leonard, Milford, Ortonville, Oxford, Wolverine Lake Application for Federal Assistance SF-424 16. Congressional Districts Of: * a. Applicant IMI-008 I * b. Program/Project IMI-008 I Attach an additional list of Program/Project Congressional Districts if needed. IMI-009, MI-011, MI-014.docx I I Add Attachment 11 Delete Attachment 11 View Attachment I 17. Proposed Project: * a. Start Date: 107 /01/202 61 * b. End Date: 10613012027 1 18. Estimated Funding ($): *a.Federal I 328,280. ool * b. Applicant * c. State * d. Local * e. Other • f. Program Income *g. TOTAL I 328,280. ool •19. Is Application Subject to Review By State Under Executive Order 12372 Process? D a. This application was made available to the State under the Executive Order 12372 Process fo r review on I 1. D b. Program is subject to E.0. 12372 but has not been selected by the State fo r review. � c. Program is not covered by E.0. 12372. •20. Is the Applicant Delinquent On Any Federal Debt? (If "Yes," provide explanation in attachment.)OYes �No If "Yes", provide explanation and attach I I I Add Attachment 11 Delete Attachment 11 View Attachment I 21.*By signing this application, I certify (1) to the statements contained in the list of certifications•• and (2) that the statements herein are true, complete and accurate to the best of my knowledge. I also provide the required assurances•• and agree to comply with any resulting terms if I accept an award. I am aware that any false, fictitious, or fraudulent statements or claims may subject me to criminal, civil, or administrative penalties. (U.S. Code, Title 18, Section 1001) � **I AGREE •• The list of certifications and assurances, or an internet site where you may obtain this list, is contained in the announcement or agency specific instructions. Authorized Representative: Prefix: IMr. /Mr. I * First Name: lnavid/David Middle Name: I I * Last Name: lcoul ter /Woodward Suffix: I I !county Executive/Chair Board of Commissioners*Title: *Telephone Number: 124 8-858-04 84/24 8-858-0100 *Email: lcoul terd@oakgov.com / woodwardd@oakgov.com *Signature of Authorized Representative: I I Fax Number: I I I I I • Date Signed: I I I I Attachment C Oakland County Urban County Participating Communities: Cities Auburn Hills, Berkley, Birmingham, , Clarkston, Clawson, Farmington, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Keego Harbor, Lathrup Village, Madison Heights, Northville, Novi, Oak Park, Orchard Lake Village, Pleasant Ridge, Rochester, Rochester Hills, South Lyon, Sylvan Lake, Troy, Walled Lake, Wixom Townships Addison, , Brandon, Commerce, Groveland, Highland, Holly, Independence, Lyon, Milford, Oakland, Orion, Oxford, Rose, Royal Oak, , , White Lake Villages Beverly Hills, Franklin, Holly, Lake Orion, Leonard, Milford, Ortonville, Oxford, Wolverine Lake CERTIFICATIONS In accordance with the applicable statutes and the regulations governing the consolidated plan regulations, the jurisdiction certifies that: Affirmatively Further Fair Housing --The jurisdiction will affirmatively further fair housing. Uniform Relocation Act and Anti-displacement and Relocation Plan -- It will comply with the acquisition and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended, (42 U.S.C. 4601-4655) and implementing regulations at 49 CFR Part 24. It has in effect and is following a residential anti-displacement and relocation assistance plan required under 24 CFR Part 42 in connection with any activity assisted with funding under the Community Development Block Grant or HOME programs. Anti-Lobbying --To the best of the jurisdiction's knowledge and belief: 1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of it, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement; 2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, it will complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, "Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying," in accordance with its instructions; and 3. It will require that the language of paragraph 1 and 2 of this anti-lobbying certification be included in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. Authority of Jurisdiction --The consolidated plan is authorized under State and local law (as applicable) and the jurisdiction possesses the legal authority to carry out the programs for which it is seeking funding, in accordance with applicable HUD regulations. Consistency with plan --The housing activities to be undertaken with Community Development Block Grant, HOME, Emergency Solutions Grant, and Housing Opportunities for Persons With AIDS funds are Section 3 -- It will comply with section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968 (12 U.S.C. 1701u) and implementing regulations at 24 CFR Part 75. Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Specific Community Development Block Grant Certifications The Entitlement Community certifies that: Citizen Participation -- It is in full compliance and following a detailed citizen participation plan that satisfies the requirements of 24 CFR 91.105. Community Development Plan -- Its consolidated plan identifies community development and housing needs and specifies both short-term and long-term community development objectives that that have been developed in accordance with the primary objective of the CDBG program (i.e., the development of viable urban communities, by providing decent housing and expanding economic opportunities, primarily for persons of low and moderate income) and requirements of 24 CFR Parts 91 and 570. Following a Plan -- It is following a current consolidated plan that has been approved by HUD. Use of Funds -- It has complied with the following criteria: Maximum Feasible Priority. With respect to activities expected to be assisted with CDBG funds, it has developed its Action Plan so as to give maximum feasible priority to activities which benefit low- and moderate-income families or aid in the prevention or elimination of slums or blight. The Action Plan may also include CDBG-assisted activities which the grantee certifies are designed to meet other community development needs having particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community, and other financial resources are not available (see Optional CDBG Certification). Overall Benefit. The aggregate use of CDBG funds, including Section 108 guaranteed loans, during program year(s) _________________________ [a period specified by the grantee of one, two, or three specific consecutive program years], shall principally benefit persons of low and moderate income in a manner that ensures that at least 70 percent of the amount is expended for activities that benefit such persons during the designated period. Special Assessments. It will not attempt to recover any capital costs of public improvements assisted with CDBG funds, including Section 108 loan guaranteed funds, by assessing any amount against properties owned and occupied by persons of low and moderate income, including any fee charged or assessment made as a condition of obtaining access to such public improvements. However, if CDBG funds are used to pay the proportion of a fee or assessment that relates to the capital costs of public improvements (assisted in part with CDBG funds) financed from other revenue sources, an assessment or charge may be made against the property with respect to the public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds. In addition, in the case of properties owned and occupied by moderate-income (not low-income) families, an assessment or charge may be made against the property for public improvements financed by a source other than CDBG funds if the jurisdiction certifies that it lacks CDBG funds to cover the assessment. Excessive Force -- It has adopted and is enforcing: 1. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations; and 2. A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring entrance to or exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-violent civil rights demonstrations within its jurisdiction. Compliance with Anti-discrimination laws -- The grant will be conducted and administered in conformity with title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d) and the Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 3601-3619) and implementing regulations. Lead-Based Paint -- Its activities concerning lead-based paint will comply with the requirements of 24 CFR Part 35, Subparts A, B, J, K and R. Compliance with Laws -- It will comply with applicable laws. Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title OPTIONAL Community Development Block Grant Certification Submit the following certification only when one or more of the activities in the action plan are designed to meet other community development needs having particular urgency as specified in 24 CFR 570.208(c): The grantee hereby certifies that the Annual Plan includes one or more specifically identified CDBG- assisted activities which are designed to meet other community development needs having particular urgency because existing conditions pose a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community and other financial resources are not available to meet such needs. Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Specific HOME Certifications The HOME participating jurisdiction certifies that: Tenant Based Rental Assistance -- If it plans to provide tenant-based rental assistance, the tenant-based rental assistance is an essential element of its consolidated plan. Eligible Activities and Costs -- It is using and will use HOME funds for eligible activities and costs, as described in 24 CFR §§92.205 through 92.209 and that it is not using and will not use HOME funds for prohibited activities, as described in §92.214. Subsidy layering -- Before committing any funds to a project, it will evaluate the project in accordance with the guidelines that it adopts for this purpose and will not invest any more HOME funds in combination with other Federal assistance than is necessary to provide affordable housing; Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Emergency Solutions Grants Certifications The Emergency Solutions Grants Program recipient certifies that: Major rehabilitation/conversion/renovation 75 percent of the value of the building before rehabilitation, the recipient will maintain the building as a shelter for homeless individuals and families for a minimum of 10 years after the date the building is first occupied by a homeless individual or family after the completed rehabilitation. If the cost to convert a building into an emergency shelter exceeds 75 percent of the value of the building after conversion, the recipient will maintain the building as a shelter for homeless individuals and families for a minimum of 10 years after the date the building is first occupied by a homeless individual or family after the completed conversion. In all other cases where ESG funds are used for renovation, the recipient will maintain the building as a shelter for homeless individuals and families for a minimum of 3 years after the date the building is first occupied by a homeless individual or family after the completed renovation. Essential Services and Operating Costs In the case of assistance involving shelter operations or essential services related to street outreach or emergency shelter, the recipient will provide services or shelter to homeless individuals and families for the period during which the ESG assistance is provided, without regard to a particular site or structure, so long the recipient serves the same type of persons (e.g., families with children, unaccompanied youth, disabled individuals, or victims of domestic violence) or persons in the same geographic area. Renovation Any renovation carried out with ESG assistance shall be sufficient to ensure that the building involved is safe and sanitary. Supportive Services The recipient will assist homeless individuals in obtaining permanent housing, appropriate supportive services (including medical and mental health treatment, victim services, counseling, supervision, and other services essential for achieving independent living), and other Federal State, local, and private assistance available for these individuals. Matching Funds The recipient will obtain matching amounts required under 24 CFR 576.201. Confidentiality The recipient has established and is implementing procedures to ensure the confidentiality of records pertaining to any individual provided family violence prevention or treatment services under any project assisted under the ESG program, including protection against the release of the address or location of any family violence shelter project, except with the written authorization of the person responsible for the operation of that shelter. Homeless Persons Involvement To the maximum extent practicable, the recipient will involve, through employment, volunteer services, or otherwise, homeless individuals and families in constructing, renovating, maintaining, and operating facilities assisted under the ESG program, in providing services assisted under the ESG program, and in providing services for occupants of facilities assisted under the program. Consolidated Plan All activities the recipient undertakes with assistance under ESG are consistent with its consolidated plan. Discharge Policy The recipient will establish and implement, to the maximum extent practicable and where appropriate, policies and protocols for the discharge of persons from publicly funded institutions or systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care or other youth facilities, or correction programs and institutions) in order to prevent this discharge from immediately resulting in homelessness for these persons. Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title Signature of Authorized Official Date Title APPENDIX TO CERTIFICATIONS INSTRUCTIONS CONCERNING LOBBYING CERTIFICATION: Lobbying Certification This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure. OMB Number: 4040-0009 Expiration Date: ASSURANCES - CONSTRUCTION PROGRAMS PLEASE DO NOT RETURN YOUR COMPLETED FORM TO THE OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET. SEND IT TO THE ADDRESS PROVIDED BY THE SPONSORING AGENCY. Public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 15 minutes per response, including time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Send comments regarding the burden estimate or any other aspect of this collection of information, including suggestions for reducing this burden, to the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Project (0348-0042), Washington, DC 20503. Certain of these assurances may not be applicable to your project or program. If you have questions, please contact the Awarding Agency. Further, certain Federal assistance awarding agencies may require applicants to certify to additional assurances. If such is the case, you will be notified. As the duly authorized representative of the applicant:, I certify that the applicant: NOTE: 1. Has the legal authority to apply for Federal assistance, and the institutional, managerial and financial capability (including funds sufficient to pay the non-Federal share of project costs) to ensure proper planning, management and completion of project described in this application. 2. Will give the awarding agency, the Comptroller General of the United States and, if appropriate, the State, the right to examine all records, books, papers, or documents related to the assistance; and will establish a proper accounting system in accordance with generally accepted accounting standards or agency directives. 3. Will not dispose of, modify the use of, or change the terms of the real property title or other interest in the site and facilities without permission and instructions from the awarding agency. Will record the Federal interest in the title of real property in accordance with awarding agency directives and will include a covenant in the title of real property acquired in whole or in part with Federal assistance funds to assure nondiscrimination during the useful life of the project. 4. Will comply with the requirements of the assistance awarding agency with regard to the drafting, review and approval of construction plans and specifications. 5. Will provide and maintain competent and adequate engineering supervision at the construction site to ensure that the complete work conforms with the approved plans and specifications and will furnish progressive reports and such other information as may be required by the assistance awarding agency or State. 6. Will initiate and complete the work within the applicable time frame after receipt of approval of the awarding agency. 7. Will establish safeguards to prohibit employees from using their positions for a purpose that constitutes or presents the appearance of personal or organizational conflict of interest, or personal gain. 8. Will comply with the Intergovernmental Personnel Act of 1970 (42 U.S.C. §§4728-4763) relating to prescribed standards of merit systems for programs funded under one of the 19 statutes or regulations specified in Appendix A of OPM's Standards for a Merit System of Personnel Administration (5 C.F.R. 900, Subpart F). 9. Will comply with the Lead-Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act (42 U.S.C. §§4801 et seq.) which prohibits the use of lead-based paint in construction or rehabilitation of residence structures. 10. Will comply with all Federal statutes relating to non- discrimination. These include but are not limited to: (a) Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (P.L. 88-352) which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color or national origin; (b) Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended (20 U.S.C. §§1681 1683, and 1685-1686), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex; (c) Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended (29) U.S.C. §794), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of handicaps; (d) the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended (42 U.S.C. §§6101-6107), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of age; (e) the Drug Abuse Office and Treatment Act of 1972 (P.L. 92-255), as amended relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of drug abuse; (f) the Comprehensive Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism Prevention, Treatment and Rehabilitation Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-616), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination on the basis of alcohol abuse or alcoholism; (g) §§523 and 527 of the Public Health Service Act of 1912 (42 U.S.C. §§290 dd-3 and 290 ee 3), as amended, relating to confidentiality of alcohol and drug abuse patient records; (h) Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968 (42 U.S.C. §§3601 et seq.), as amended, relating to nondiscrimination in the sale, rental or financing of housing; (i) any other nondiscrimination provisions in the specific statue(s) under which application for Federal assistance is being made; and (j) the requirements of any other nondiscrimination statue(s) which may apply to the application. Previous Edition Usable Authorized for Local Reproduction Standard Form 424D (Rev. 7-97) Prescribed by OMB Circular A-102 11. Will comply, or has already complied, with the requirements of Titles II and III of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 (P.L. 91-646) which provide for fair and equitable treatment of persons displaced or whose property is acquired as a result of Federal and federally-assisted programs. These requirements apply to all interests in real property acquired for project purposes regardless of Federal participation in purchases. 12. Will comply with the provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. §§1501-1508 and 7324-7328) which limit the political activities of employees whose principal employment activities are funded in whole or in part with Federal funds. 13. Will comply, as applicable, with the provisions of the Davis- Bacon Act (40 U.S.C. §§276a to 276a-7), the Copeland Act (40 U.S.C. §276c and 18 U.S.C. §874), and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (40 U.S.C. §§327- 333) regarding labor standards for federally-assisted construction subagreements. 14. Will comply with flood insurance purchase requirements of Section 102(a) of the Flood Disaster Protection Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-234) which requires recipients in a special flood hazard area to participate in the program and to purchase flood insurance if the total cost of insurable construction and acquisition is $10,000 or more. 15. Will comply with environmental standards which may be prescribed pursuant to the following: (a) institution of environmental quality control measures under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (P.L. 91- 190) and Executive Order (EO) 11514; (b) notification of violating facilities pursuant to EO 11738; (c) protection of wetlands pursuant to EO 11990; (d) evaluation of flood hazards in floodplains in accordance with EO 11988; (e) assurance of project consistency with the approved State management program developed under the Coastal Zone Management Act of 1972 (16 U.S.C. §§1451 et seq.); (f) conformity of Federal actions to State (Clean Air) implementation Plans under Section 176(c) of the Clean Air Act of 1955, as amended (42 U.S.C. §§7401 et seq.); (g) protection of underground sources of drinking water under the Safe Drinking Water Act of 1974, as amended (P.L. 93-523); and, (h) protection of endangered species under the Endangered Species Act of 1973, as amended (P.L. 93-205). 16. Will comply with the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act of 1968 (16 U.S.C. §§1271 et seq.) related to protecting components or potential components of the national wild and scenic rivers system. 17. Will assist the awarding agency in assuring compliance with Section 106 of the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, as amended (16 U.S.C. §470), EO 11593 (identification and protection of historic properties), and the Archaeological and Historic Preservation Act of 1974 (16 U.S.C. §§469a-1 et seq). 18. Will cause to be performed the required financial and compliance audits in accordance with the Single Audit Act Amendments of 1996 and OMB Circular No. A-133, "Audits of States, Local Governments, and Non-Profit Organizations." 19. Will comply with all applicable requirements of all other Federal laws, executive orders, regulations, and policies governing this program. SIGNATURE OF AUTHORIZED CERTIFYING OFFICIAL TITLE SF-424D (Rev. 7-97) Back APPLICANT ORGANIZATION DATE SUBMITTED Completed on submission to Grants.gov Completed on submission to Grants.gov 20. Will comply with the requirements of Section 106(g) of the Trafficking Victims Protection Act (TVPA) of 2000, as amended (22 U.S.C. 7104) which prohibits grant award recipients or a sub-recipient from (1) Engaging in severe forms of trafficking in persons during the period of time that the award is in effect (2) Procuring a commercial sex act during the period of time that the award is in effect or (3) Using forced labor in the performance of the award or subawards under the award. Form HUD 424-B (1/27/2023) Applicant and Recipient Assurances and Certifications U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development OMB Number: 2501-0044 Expiration Date: 2/28/2027 Instructions for the HUD 424-B Assurances and Certifications As part of your application for HUD funding, you, as the official authorized to sign on behalf of your organization or as an individual, must provide the following assurances and certifications. The Responsible Civil Rights Official has specified this form for use for purposes of general compliance with 24 CFR §§ 1.5, 3.115, 8.50, and 146.25, as applicable. The Responsible Civil Rights Official may require specific civil rights assurances to be furnished consistent with those authorities and will specify the form on which such assurances must be made. A failure to furnish or comply with the civil rights assurances contained in this form may result in the procedures to effect compliance at 24 CFR §§ 1.8, 3.115, 8.57, or 146.39. By submitting this form, you are stating that all assertions made in this form are true, accurate, and correct. As the duly representative of the applicant, I certify that the applicant: [Insert below the Name and title of the Authorized Representative, name of Organization and the date of signature]: *Authorized Representative Name: *Title: *Applicant/Recipient Organization: 1. Has the legal authority to apply for Federal assistance, has the institutional, managerial and financial capability (including funds to pay the non-Federal share of program costs) to plan, manage and complete the program as described in the application and the governing body has duly authorized the submission of the application, including these assurances and certifications, and authorized me as the official representative of the application to act in connection with the application and to provide any additional information as may be required. 2. Will administer the grant in compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C 2000(d)) and implementing regulations (24 CFR part 1), which provide that no person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subject to discrimination under any program or activity that receives Federal financial assistance OR if the applicant is a Federally recognized Indian tribe or its tribally designated housing entity, is subject to the Indian Civil Rights Act (25 U.S.C. 1301-1303). 3. Will administer the grant in compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (29 U.S.C. 794), as amended, and implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 8, the American Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. §§ 12101 et.seq.), and implementing regulations at 28 CFR part 35 or 36, as applicable, and the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 (42 U.S.C. 6101-07) as amended, and implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 146 which together provide that no person in the United States shall, on the grounds of disability or age, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or otherwise be subjected to discrimination under any program or activity that receives Federal financial assistance; except if the grant program authorizes or limits participation to designated populations, then the applicant will comply with the nondiscrimination requirements within the designated population. 4. Will comply with the Fair Housing Act (42 U.S.C. 3601-19), as amended, and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 100, which prohibit discrimination in housing on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, disability, familial status, or national origin and will affirmatively further fair housing; except an applicant which is an Indian tribe or its instrumentality which is excluded by statute from coverage does not make this certification; and further except if the grant program authorizes or limits participation to designated populations, then the applicant will comply with the nondiscrimination requirements within the designated population. 5. Will comply with all applicable Federal nondiscrimination requirements, including those listed at 24 CFR §§ 5.105(a) and 5.106 as applicable. 6. Will not use Federal funding to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) mandates, policies, programs, or activities that violate any applicable Federal anti-discrimination laws. 7. Will comply with the acquisition and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended (42 U.S.C. 4601) and implementing regulations at 49 CFR part 24 and, as applicable, Section 104(d) of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. 5304(d)) and implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 42, subpart A. 8. Will comply with the environmental requirements of the National Environmental Policy Act (42 U.S.C. 4321 et.seq.) and related Federal authorities prior to the commitment or expenditure of funds for property. 9. That no Federal appropriated funds have been paid, or will be paid, by or on behalf of the applicant, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, and officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress, in connection with the awarding of this Federal grant or its extension, renewal, amendment or modification. If funds other than Federal appropriated funds have or will be paid for influencing or attempting to influence the persons listed above, I shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying. I certify that I shall require all subawards at all tiers (including sub-grants and contracts) to similarly certify and disclose accordingly. Federally recognized Indian Tribes and tribally designated housing entities (TDHEs) established by Federally-recognized Indian tribes as a result of the exercise of Byrd Amendment, but State-recognized Indian tribes and TDHEs coverage. I/We, the undersigned, certify under penalty of perjury that the information provided above is true, accurate, and correct. WARNING: Anyone who knowingly submits a false claim or makes a false statement is subject to criminal and/or civil penalties, including confinement for up to 5 years, fines, and civil and administrative penalties. (18 U.S.C. §§287, 1001, 1010, 1012, 1014; 31 U.S.C. §3729, 3802; 24 CFR §28.10(b)(1)(iii)). * Signature: * Date: (mm/dd/yyyy): Form HUD 424-B (1/27/2023) Public Reporting Burden Statement: The public reporting burden for this collection of information is estimated to average 0.5 hours per response, including the time for reviewing instructions, searching existing data sources, gathering, and maintaining the data needed, and completing and reviewing the collection of information. Comments regarding the accuracy of this burden estimate and any suggestions for reducing this burden can be sent to: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Office of the Chief Data Officer, R, 451 7th St SW, Room 4176, Washington, DC 20410-5000. Do not send completed HUD 424-B forms to this address. This agency may not conduct or sponsor, and a person is not required to respond to, a collection of information unless the collection displays a valid OMB control number. The Department of Housing and Urban Development is authorized to collect this information under the authority cited in the Notice of Funding Opportunity for this grant program. The information collected provides assurances and certifications for legal requirements related to the administration of this grant program. HUD will use this information to ensure compliance of its grantees. This information is required to obtain the benefit sought in the grant program. This information will not be held confidential and may be made available to the public in accordance with the Freedom of Information Act (5 U.S.C. §552). GRANT REVIEW SIGN-OFF – Neighborhood Housing Development GRANT NAME: 2026 Consolidated Housing Plan Grant Application for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) APP00300, HOME Investment Partnership Grant (HOME)APP00302 and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) APP00303 FUNDING AGENCY: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) DEPARTMENT CONTACT PERSON: STATUS: Grant Application (Greater than $50,000) DATE: 06/08/2026 Please be advised that the captioned grant materials have completed the internal grant review. Below are the returned comments. The Board of Commissioners’ liaison committee resolution and grant application package (which should include this sign- off and the grant application with related documentation) should be downloaded into Civic Clerk to be placed on the next agenda(s) of the appropriate Board of Commissioners’ committee(s) for grant acceptance by Board resolution. DEPARTMENT REVIEW *Please Note response from department regarding Corporation Counsel’s comments: We are approved to move forward with the current assurances attached in Chris’s email. – Khadija Walker-Fobbs Revised documents are attached per Fiscal Service comment.