HomeMy WebLinkAboutCOM 0784.001 2022-2024 Mitchell D.Roth
Mayor I 'cP/J OF h�1�'•, Susan K.Kunz
�' Housing Administrator
Deanna S.Sako � `�.':�:��%� .I,
Managing Director ' _; - Harry M.Yada
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Robert H.Command 'a of NO-
Deputy Managing Director
County of Hawaii
Office of Housing and Community Development
1990 Kino`ole Street,Suite 102 • Hilo,Hawaii 96720 • (808)961-8379 • Fax(808)961-8685
Existing Housing:(808)959-4642 • Fax(808)959-9308
Kona: (808)323-4300 • Fax(808)323-4301
March 28, 2024CO 04,
Via Hand Delivery '"
Council Chair Heather Kimball r‘? `"
and Members of the Hawaii County Council
Hawaii County Council
25 Aupuni Street
Hilo, HI 96720 7
SUBJECT: RESOLUTION 464-24 (COMMUNICATION 784)
COMMITTEE ON GOVERNMENTAL OPERATIONS AND EXTERNAL AFFAIRS
APRIL 2, 2024
Dear Council Chair Kimball and Members of the Hawaii County Council,
The Office of Housing and Community Development (OHCD) has prepared an informational packet
relating to the discussion of Resolution 464-24 for your upcoming committee meeting on April 2,
2024.
Please note that as of today, March 28, 2024, the OHCD has not received its final grant allocations
from HUD. Therefore, award amounts listed in the exhibits as well as the Action Plan will be
adjusted based on the final grant award amounts.
• Exhibit A—2024 Action Plan Project List
Provides a list and summary of all projects recommended for funding through the
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships (HOME)
and Housing Trust Fund (HTF) programs.
• Exhibit B—2024 Citizen Participation Process and Action Plan Schedule
Provides contextual information and procedural timelines.
• Exhibit C— Request for Proposal Process
Outlines the process for distributing and awarding funds for its CDBG, HOME and HTF
' programs.
• Exhibit D— Project Recommendation and Ranking
Provides a list and ranking of all project proposals received for its CDBG, HOME and
HTF programs. o'I
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OPPORTUNITY
March 28, 2024
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• Exhibit E—2024 Annual Action Plan
Action Plan to be submitted to HUD which includes the actual projects and activities that
will be carried out with the County's 2024 CDBG, HOME and HTF funds.
Thank you for the opportunity to provide additional context for your consideration of this
Resolution. Should you have any questions, please contact Royce Shiroma at 961-8379.
Thank you.
Susan K. unz
Ho ' g Ad ' 'stator
Enclosures
SUMMARY
Hawaii County Committee on Governmental
Operations and External Affairs
2024 Action Plan
Council Resolution approving the Authorization of the Mayor of the County of Hawai'i to execute
and submit the 2024 Action Plan and other related documents to the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development.
The County of Hawai'i has a five-year (2020-2024) Consolidated Plan approved by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), which outlines the goals, priorities and
plans for the utilization of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, Home
Investment Partnership (HOME) funds, and National Housing Trust Fund (HTF) program funds
to meet affordable housing and community development needs. These federal funds derived the
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) and the State of Hawai'i Housing
and Finance Development Corporation (HHFDC).
The County is required, as part of the Consolidated Plan process, to submit an annual Action
Plan which contains the projects and activities to be carried out with these program funds.
CDBG funds are received directly by the County on an annual basis and HOME and HTF funds
are received through HHFDC which are distributed on a three-year rotation between Maui,
Kauai and Hawaii counties. For 2024, the County of Hawai'i anticipates receiving CDBG,
HOME and HTF funds.
The OHCD is requesting authorization and approval of the attached Resolution which
authorizes the Mayor to execute and submit the 2024 Action Plan and other related documents
to HUD by the May 15, 2024 deadline.
• The OHCD has attached the following exhibits for your information:
Exhibit A —2024 Action Plan Project List
Exhibit B —2024 Citizen Participation Process and Action Plan Schedule
Exhibit C — Request for Proposal Process
Exhibit D — Project Recommendation and Ranking
Exhibit E —2024 Action Plan
Resolution 464-24 adopts the 2024 County of Hawai'i Action Plan and authorizes the Mayor, or,
in his absence, the Acting Mayor, to execute and submit the 2024 Action Plan and all other
related documents as required to HUD.
ACTION REQUESTED: The Hawai'i County Council to approve the Resolution 464-24.
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EXH. A Project list
Exhibit A
2024 Action Plan Project List
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM
The County of Hawai'i is anticipated to receive an estimated $2,600,000.00 for its annual 2024
CDBG allocation. Under the CDBG program, grants or loan assistance may be used by eligible
public agencies, private non-profit organizations, and Community Based Development
Organizations for eligible activities provided that these activities either 1) principally benefit low-
and moderate- income families, 2) aid in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight, or 3)
meet other community development needs having a particular urgency.
In addition, the County anticipates receiving $100,000.00 of program income from the
Residential Repair Program (RRP) for a total of$2,700,000.00. To meet the County's five (5)
year 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan (CP) priorities and objectives, the following projects will be
included in the 2024 Action Plan (AP). Note that project amounts may change to accommodate
the actual amount of grant funds or program income received.
2024 CDBG Projects Amount
1. Pahala Fire Station Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) and Trailer Acquisition $ 44,500.00
2. Puna Volunteer Fire Stations Brush Truck Acquisition $ 370,000.00
3. Food Basket— Equipment Acquisition for Emergency Food Storage $ 270,000.00
4. ARC of Kona— Kona Krafts Group Home Renovation Improvements $ 183,900.00
5. ARC of Hilo — Equipment Acquisition for Laundry Program for Adults
with Disabilities $ 85,000.00
6. Hope Services—Wilder Transitional House Facility Renovation Improvements $ 430,170.00
7. Hawai'i County Economic Opportunity Council —Accessibility and Renovation
Improvements for Certified Kitchen $ 622,725.00
8. ARC of Hilo— Hale Ulu Ho'i III Apartment Exterior Improvements $ 75,000.00
9. Hale Ohana Domestic Abuse Shelter— Renovations and Security
Improvements $ 105,000.00
8. Administration, Planning & Fair Housing $ 513,705.00
Total $2,700,000.00
Project Summaries
1. Pahala Fire Station Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) and Trailer Acquisition: The County
Fire Department will utilize $44,500.00 in 2024 CDBG funds for the acquisition of a Utility
Terrain Vehicle (UTV) and trailer for its Pahala Fire Station to enhance its ability to respond
to emergencies in rugged remote off-road locations to facilitate rescues and access fire
suppression sites. The UTV will be equipped with necessary rescue and firefighting
equipment to improve wildfire assessments and early fire containment to previously
inaccessible areas, in addition to increasing its ability in search and rescue operations in
remote areas. This UN will be housed at the Pahala Fire Station, which serves the Ka'u
Exhibit A—2024 Action Plan Project List
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region comprising of 934.54 square miles in Census Tract 212.02 with 59.10% low- and
moderate-income area designation and an estimated low- and moderate-income population
of 4,675 residents.
2. Puna Volunteer Fire Stations Brush Truck Acquisition: The County Fire Department will
utilize $370,000.00 in 2024 CDBG funds for the acquisition of two brush trucks to provide
effective fire protection and immediate responses to wildfires that standard fire engines are
unable to access in remote rural areas. These brush trucks will replace 30-plus-year-old
vehicles at Stations which require continuous maintenance repairs that exceed budgeted
amounts at Volunteer Stations 5C in Fern Forest and 5D in Fern Acres. Frequent down
times have prevented adequate fire protection to certain rural low- and moderate-income
communities. The brush trucks will service the district of Puna in Census Tract 210.10 with
66.59% low- and moderate-income area designation and an estimated low- and moderate-
income population of 4,555 residents.
3. Food Basket— Equipment Acquisition for Emergency Food Storage: The non-profit The
Food Basket will utilize $270,000.00 of 2024 CDBG funds for the acquisition of energy
efficient refrigerator and freezer units to expand the storage capacity of perishable food at its
Hilo warehouse. This acquisition will allow The Food Basket to service an additional 85,700
low- and moderate-income individuals annually, benefiting a total of 390,355 low- and
moderate-income individuals who are food insecure on an annual basis.
4. ARC of Kona— Kona Krafts Group Home Renovation Improvements: The non-profit
ARC of Kona will utilize $183,900.00 of 2024 CDBG funds for renovation improvements to
the only domiciliary group home on the island. These improvements are necessary to
continue to maintain and sustain safe, affordable, and accessible independent living
opportunities for 5 individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Proposed
improvements include, but are not limited to design, replacing flooring, interior and exterior
painting, additional security and safety systems to windows and doors, efficient light fixtures,
renovating the kitchen and 3 bathrooms, replacing gutters, and other related costs.
5. ARC of Hilo— Equipment Acquisition for Laundry Program for Adults with
Disabilities: The non-profit ARC of Hilo will utilize $85,000.00 of 2024 CDBG funds for the
acquisition of energy efficient commercial grade laundry equipment for its laundry service
program which employes persons with disabilities. The acquisition of equipment will enable
the ARC of Hilo to provide job opportunities to 4 more adults with disabilities, as well as
continue to provide a successful and efficient laundry cleaning service.
6. Hope Services—Wilder Transitional House Facility Renovation Improvements: The
non-profit Hope Services Hawaii will utilize $430,170.00 of 2024 CDBG funds to design and
construct interior and exterior renovations at its County-leased Wilder Transitional house in
Hilo, which will be utilized as a short stay medical respite providing housing to homeless
persons requiring a safe place to stabilize with medical care and support services. Proposed
improvements include, but are not limited to design, removal of architectural barriers to
entryways, kitchen and bathrooms in compliance with ADA standards, purchase and
Exhibit A—2024 Action Plan Project List
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installation of a Photovoltaic system and solar hot water heater, cesspool closure and
conversion to a septic wastewater system, interior and exterior painting and repairs, and
other related costs.
7. Hawai`i County Economic Opportunity Council —Accessibility and Renovation
Improvements for Certified Kitchen: The non-profit Hawaii County Economic Opportunity
Council (HCEOC) will utilize $622,725.00 of 2024 CDBG funds for design, accessibility
improvements, energy efficiency improvements, addition of a food storage unit and
continued renovations for its certified kitchen conversion projects. This facility will be utilized
to provide food services and meals to low-income individuals and senior citizens for
programs such as Meals on Wheels and senior nutrition programs.
8. ARC of Hilo— Hale Ulu Hog Ill Apartment Exterior Improvements: The non-profit ARC of
kilo will utilize $75,000.00 of 2024 CDBG funds for renovations at their low-income housing
apartment Hale Ulu Ho`i Ill in accordance with their Physical Needs Assessment. Proposed
improvements will provide safe, affordable and accessible housing for 17 low- and
moderate-income households and will include but are not limited to exterior painting and
repair plus future design and interior and exterior building modernization improvements,
infrastructure repairs, abatement of hazardous material, common area improvements,
accessibility improvements, energy efficiency improvements, and other related costs.
9. Hale Ohana Domestic Abuse Shelter— Renovations and Security Improvements: The
non-profit Child and Family Services Real Property, Inc. will utilize $105,000.00 in 2024
CDBG funds for security enhancements and renovation improvements to expand and
preserve the only domestic abuse shelter in East Hawaii, which provides safe housing for
an estimated 240 victims of domestic and family violence. The proposed improvements
include but are not limited to the planning, design and construction for the expansion of the
existing living room and widening of the driveway, security enhancements such as land
clearing and fencing at the property line, perimeter lighting, and purchase and installation of
an intercom system for communication at the gate, and other related costs.
10. Administration, Planning & Fair Housing: CDBG funds will be used to administer,
coordinate and monitor all CDBG projects from project implementation in accordance with all
applicable HUD rules and regulations until project close out and monitoring for at least five
years to ensure compliance with CDBG program national objectives. CDBG funds will also
be used to fund present and future planning documents in accordance with federal rules. No
County funds are used to administer the CDBG program.
The CDBG project amount for all projects may change to accommodate the actual amount of
grant funds or program income received or if there are any cancelled project(s) or
reprogramming of CDBG funds. In its efforts to expedite and timely implement its projects, the
Public is advised that the County of Hawaii may utilize County funds for the Puna Volunteer
Fire Stations Brush Truck Acquisition project to incur pre-award cost under the CDBG program
that will not exceed 25% of current CDBG allocation. This is in accordance with the CDBG
regulations 24 CFR 570.200(h)(1), Reimbursement for pre-award costs.
Exhibit A—2024 Action Plan Project List
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HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME) PROGRAM
The HOME Program funds are an allocation to the County from the State of Hawaii Housing
and Finance Development Corporation (HHFDC) rotated annually amongst the three counties of
Maui, Hawaii, and Kauai. The County of Hawai'i is set to receive the 2024 allocation of HOME
funds which is anticipated to be $3,000,000.00. The primary objective of the HOME program is
to expand the supply of decent and affordable housing for low- and very low-income persons
and enable local design and strategies for developing housing, providing financial and technical
assistance for housing, and developing public/private/non-profit partnerships.
To meet the County's five (5) year 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan (CP) priorities and objectives,
the following projects will be included in the 2024 Action Plan (AP). Note that project amounts
may change to accommodate the actual amount of grant funds or program income received.
2024 HOME Projects Amount
1. Hale Ola '0 Mohouli Affordable Housing Project $2,250,000.00
2.,HOME CHDO Activity Allocation, TBD $ 450,000.00
3. HOME Administration (OHCD & HHFDC) $ 300,000.00
Total $3,000,000.00
Project Summaries
1. Hale Ola '0 Mohouli Affordable Housing Project: The non-profit housing corporation,
Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation will utilize $2,250,000.00 in 2024
HOME funds for the new construction and development of a 91-unit (90 plus 1 manager
unit) affordable rental project located on Mohouli Street in Hilo. The project will consist of 32,
one (1) bedroom units and 59, (2) two-bedroom units for elderly and low-income families.
The project will also include fully accessible circulation areas, parking, laundry facilities,
trash collection, resident storage, recreation areas, a community center, and an onsite
resident manager and maintenance facilities.
2. HOME CHDO Activity (TBD): Under Federal regulations 24 CFR 92.300, $450,000.00 (or
15% of total HOME funds) must be set aside for specific activities to be undertaken by a
special type of nonprofit qualified as a Community Housing Development Organization
(CHDO). A CHDO is a private nonprofit, community-based organization that has staff with
the capacity to develop affordable housing for the community it serves. Hawaii County
anticipates an award of these funds to be made to a qualified CHDO in upcoming months for
the new construction or rehabilitation of affordable housing units.
3. HOME Administration: HOME funds will be used to administer and coordinate the County's
HOME program to ensure effective and timely project implementation in accordance with all
applicable HUD rules and regulations.
Exhibit A—2024 Action Plan Project List
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NATIONAL HOUSING TRUST FUND (HTF) PROGRAM
The HTF Program funds are an allocation to the County from the State of Hawaii Housing and
Finance Development Corporation (HHFDC) rotated annually amongst the three counties of
Maui, Hawaii, and Kauai. The County of Hawai'i is set to receive the 2024 allocation of HTF
funds which is anticipated to be $3,000,000.00. The primary objective of the HTF program is to
increase and preserve the supply of decent, safe, sanitary and affordable housing, with primary
attention to rental housing for extremely low-income households.
To meet the County's five (5) year 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan (CP) priorities and objectives,
the following projects will be included in the 2024 Action Plan (AP). Note that project amounts
may change to accommodate the actual amount of grant funds or program income received.
2024 HTF Projects Amount
1. Hale Ola '0 Mohouli Affordable Housing Project $2,700,000.00
2. HTF Administration(OHCD & HHFDC) $ 300,000.00
Total $3,000,000.00
Protect Summaries
1. Hale Ola '0 Mohouli Affordable Housing Project: The non-profit housing corporation,
Hawaii Island Community Development Corporation will utilize $2,700,000.00 in 2024 HTF
funds for the new construction and development of a 91-unit (90 plus 1 manager unit)
affordable rental project located on Mohouli Street in Hilo. The project will consist of 32, one
(1) bedroom units, and 59, (2) two-bedroom units for elderly and low-income families. The
project will also include fully accessible circulation areas, parking, laundry facilities, trash
collection, resident storage, recreation areas, a community center, and an onsite resident
manager and maintenance facilities.
2. HTF Administration: HTF funds will be used to administer and coordinate the County's
HTF program to ensure effective and timely project implementation in accordance with all
applicable HUD rules and regulations.
Exhibit A-2024 Action Plan Project List
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EXH. B Schedule
Exhibit B
2024 Consolidated/Action Plan Schedule
DATE TASK
August 2023 Public hearings to hear the Housing&Community Development Needs and explain the
CDBG, HOME, HOME-ARP and HTF proposal procedures and Consolidated/Action Plan
process.
08/10/23 Virtual Public Hearing at 1:00 p.m.
08/23/23 IN PERSON Public Hearing at 9:00 a.m.
1990 Kino'ole Street,Suite 104
09/01/23 CDBG, HOME, HOME-ARP&HTF project proposals available.
11/15/23 CDBG,HOME,HOME-ARP&HTF project proposals due to the OHCD.
11/16/23 to 01/10/24 OHCD to review,rank and select CDBG, HOME, HOME-ARP&HTF projects for the
County's Action Plan to HUD.
01/22 to 02/02/24 OHCD to draft the County's proposed 2024 Action Plan.
02/06/24 Public Notice appears in newspapers announcing the availability of the proposed 2024
Action Plan for public review and comment.
02/06 to 03/07/24 Comment period for the County's proposed 2024 Action Plan (30 days
required).
03/14/24 Deadline to submit documents for Hawai'i County Finance Committee meeting.
04/02/24 Finance Committee meeting to approve the submittal of 2024 Action Plan.
04/17/24 County Council meeting to authorize Mayor to sign and submit the County's 2024 Action
Plan to HUD.
04/30/24 Obtain Mayor's signature.
05/05/24 Public Notice appears in newspapers summarizing the final 2024 Action Plan.
05/15/24 2024 Action Plan due to HUD.
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*There were no eligible HOME-ARP project applications received.
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EXH. C RFP Process
Exhibit C
Request for Proposal Process
The County distributes its Federal grant awards (CDBG, HOME, and HTF programs)
through a Request for Proposal (RFP) process. This competitive process is intended to
ensure that the projects funded by the County are consistent with the County's Five-
year Consolidated Plan (CP) priorities and objectives, meet the objectives of each
program, are eligible for funds, and can be implemented in a timely manner.
For PY2024, a Public Notice of RFP was published in local newspapers and Hawaii
County's website. Public hearings for interested parties to provide program information
and availability of funds were held in August 2023. Proposal applications were made
available from September 1, 2023, through November 15, 2023.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
In order to rate and rank the projects meeting these criteria, the OHCD has developed
the County project selection system. The selection committee consists of three raters
that review each project proposal. Projects are evaluated based on the following criteria:
• Extent and seriousness of the identified needs
• Results to be achieved
• Consolidated plan priorities
• Environmental considerations
• Site selection standards
• Additional actions needed
• Funding and budget impacts
• Applicant's experience and qualifications
Projects that meet the threshold requirements of receiving at least fifty percent of the
total possible points, are rated. The scores are totaled and the projects are ranked in
order of the points awarded. The project proposals that do not meet the threshold
requirements are deemed not eligible and not rated.
Based on the ratings, the OHCD contacts each applicant to determine whether the
project can be completed with the amount of funds that is recommended. The final
recommendation is made by the OHCD and provided to the Mayor for concurrence
before incorporating it into the Annual Action Plan (AP). The AP is then submitted to the
Finance Committee and County Council for authorization for the Mayor to enter into an
agreement with HUD in order to receive the funding.
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HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP (HOME) PROGRAM
,In order to rate and rank the projects meeting these criteria, the OHCD has developed
the County project selection system. The selection committee consists of three raters
that review each project proposal. Projects are evaluated based on the following criteria:
• Extent and seriousness of the identified needs
• Need for HOME funds
• Consolidated plan priorities
• Results to be achieved
• Budget and Funding
• Leveraging/Matching
• Site selection standards
• Environmental considerations
• Additional actions needed
• Compliance with Federal overlays
• Applicant's experience and qualifications
Applications are reviewed for eligibility and those meeting the minimum thresholds are
reviewed, rated and ranked for funding consideration, subject to the availability of funds.
Each application must describe the eligible activity, in accordance with its applicable
program fund requirements/regulations and contain a certification by each eligible
recipient that housing units assisted with will comply with its applicable program funding
requirements. In addition, applicants must provide performance goals and benchmarks
that the County will use to monitor efforts to accomplish the rental housing objectives.
The final recommendation is made by the OHCD and provided to the Mayor for
concurrence before incorporating it into the Annual Action Plan (AP). The AP is then
submitted to the Finance Committee and County Council for authorization for the Mayor
to enter into an agreement with HUD in order to receive the funding.
NATIONAL HOUSING TRUST FUND (HTF) PROGRAM
In order to rate and rank the projects meeting these criteria, the OHCD has developed
the County project selection system. The selection committee consists of three raters
that review each project proposal. Projects are evaluated based on the following criteria:
• Extent and seriousness of the identified needs
• Need for HTF funds
• Consolidated plan priorities
• Results to be achieved
• Budget and Funding
• Site selection standards
• Environmental considerations
• Additional actions needed
• Compliance with Federal overlays
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• Applicant's experience and qualifications •
Applications are reviewed for eligibility and those meeting the minimum thresholds are
reviewed, rated and ranked for funding consideration, subject to the availability of funds.
Each application must describe the eligible activity, in accordance with its applicable
program fund requirements/regulations and contain a certification by each eligible
recipient that housing units assisted with will comply with its applicable program funding
requirements. In addition, applicants must provide performance goals and benchmarks
that the County will use to monitor efforts to accomplish the rental housing objectives.
The final recommendation is made by the OHCD and provided to the Mayor for
concurrence before incorporating it into the Annual Action Plan (AP). The AP is then
submitted to the Finance Committee and County Council for authorization for the Mayor
to enter into an agreement with HUD in order to receive the funding.
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EXH. D Project Ranking
Exhibit D
Project Recommendation and Ranking
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG)
2024 CDBG PROGRAM FUNDING RECOMMENDATION
2024 CDBG ALLOCATION: $ 2,600,000.00
ANTICIPATED PROGRAM INCOME: $ 100,000.00
Total Available: $ 2,700,000.00
Recommended CDBG Projects Amount Requested Amount Funded District
Pahala Fire Station Utility Terrain Vehicle(UTV)and Trailer Acquisition $44,500.00 $44,500.00 6 Hawaii Fire Department
Puna Volunteer Fire Stations Brush Truck Acquisition _ $740,000.00 $370,000.00 5 Hawaii Fire Department
Food Basket—Equipment Acquisition for Emergency Food Storage $270,000.00 $270,000.00 3 The Food Basket
ARC of Kona—Kona Krafts Group Home Renovation Improvements $183,900.00 $183,900.00 6 Kona ARC
ARC of Hilo--Equipment Acquisition for Laundry Program for Adults with Disabilities $85,000.00 $85,000.00 2 The ARC of Hilo
Hope Services—Wilder Transitional House Facility Renovation Improvements $430,170.00 $430,170.00 2 Hope Services Hawaii
HCEOC-Accessibility and Renovation Improvements for Certified Kitchen $622,725.00 $622,725.00 2 Hawaii County Economic Opportunity Council
ARC of Hilo—Hale Ulu Hoi III Apartment Exterior Improvements $75,000.00 $75,000.00 3 The ARC of Hilo
Hale Ohana Domestic Abuse Shelter—Renovations and Security Improvements $374,000.00 $105,000.00 3 Child&Family Service Real Property
OHCD-Administration, Planning and Fair Housing $520,000.00 $513,705.00 OHCD
Total $3,345,295.00 $2,700,000.00
Project Name\ Amount Requested Amount Funded District Reason
Hope Services Facility Improvements at Kuleana House -$246,670.00 $0 2 .Insufficient 2024 CDBG funds available
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Hilo Women's Health Center Renovation $1,309,716.00 $0 2 .Insufficient 2024 CDBG funds available
YWCA Preschool Entitlements&Demolition Phases 1 &2 $1,668,000.00 $0 2 Insufficient 2024 CDBG funds available
Total $3,224,386.00
Projects Did Not Meet Minimum Threshold Requirement of 50%of 3000 Total Points Available
Project Name $Requested Reason
ARC of Hilo Adult Day Health Facility Rehabilitation $275,000.00 Design plans and schedule delayed,questionable budget
West Hawaii Domestic Abuse Shelter Exterior Enhancements $172,727.00 Need is questionable;existing project will delay implementation of proposed improvements
ARC of Hilo Event&Hospitality for Youth with Disabilities $65,000.00 Cannot substantiate additional positions with tent acquisition
Total $512,727.00
Application Withdrawn
Project Name $Requested Reason
Improve Aloha Keiki Preschool $20,000.00 Application withdrawn
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EXH. E Action Plan
COUNTY OF HAWAII
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2024 ACTION PLAN
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CONSOLIDATED PLAN
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Annual Action Plan 1
2024
OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.09/30/2021)
Executive Summary
AP-05 Executive Summary- 24 CFR 91.2OO(c), 91.22O(b)
1. Introduction
The County of Hawaii is required to submit a Five-Year Consolidated Plan (CP)to the U.S. Department of
Housing and Urban Development(HUD) in order to receive its Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG)funds. The purpose of the County's 2020-2024 CP is to ensure that jurisdictions receiving direct
federal assistance utilize and develop a plan for its housing and related needs of very low-, low-, and
moderate-income families in a way that improves the availability and affordability of decent,safe and
sanitary housing within a suitable living environment. The County's 2020-2024 CP has three major
sections: Housing&Special Needs Housing; Homeless; and Community Development.
The County's CP provides goals, priorities, needs,and data used to develop the plan for how the County
intends to administer the HUD CDBG Program along with its allocation from the State of Hawaii for the
HOME Investment Partnership, HOME American Rescue Plan,and National Housing Trust Fund
Programs.
The State of Hawaii's CP provides background,direction,and a plan for how the State intends to
administer HUD's Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME), HOME-American Rescue Plan
(HOME-ARP), National Housing Trust Fund (HTF), Emergency Solution Grant (ESG), and Housing
Opportunities for Persons with AIDS(HOPWA) programs to assist in meeting the housing needs of
Hawaii's citizens. HOME and HTF funds are allocated between three neighbor-island counties on a
three-year rotation and HOME-ARP is a one-time funding allocation from the American Rescue Act of
2021.
The County's Office of Housing and Community Development(OHCD) reviewed the 2019 Analysis of
Impediments to Fair Housing which focused on two primary impediments:
• Agency staff knowledge of fair housing law
• The degree to which agency policies and procedures (legal, regulatory,and administrative) align
with fair housing law and affirmatively promote equal access to housing for all Hawaii residents.
2. Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
This could be a restatement of items or a table listed elsewhere in the plan or a reference to
another location. It may also contain any essential items from the housing and homeless needs
assessment, the housing market analysis or the strategic plan.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT(CDBG) PROGRAM
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The County of Hawaii's 2024 CDBG allocation is anticipated to be$2,600,000.00. In addition,the County
anticipates receiving$100,000.00 of program income from the Residential Repair Program (RRP)for a
total of$2,700,000.00. The anticipated program income will be applied to the Administration, Planning,
and Fair Housing account.
In PY2024,the County introduced an electronic system for submitting CDBG applications,enhancing
accessibility and user-friendliness.This initiative also aimed to promote the submission of eligible
project proposals in a timely and efficient manner.To meet the County's five-year 2020-2024
Consolidated Plan, Priorities and Objectives,the following projects will be included in the 2024 Action
Plan.
2024 CDBG Projects
Pahala Fire Station—Utility Terrain Vehicle (UN)and Trailer Acquisition-$44,500.00
Puna Volunteer Fire Stations—Brush Truck Acquisitions-$370,000.00
Food Basket—Equipment Acquisition for Emergency Food Storage-$270,000.00
ARC of Kona- Kona Krafts Group Home Renovation Improvements-$183,900.00
ARC of Hilo—Equipment Acquisition for Laundry Program for Adults with Disabilities-$85,000.00
Hope Services—Wilder Transitional House Facility Renovation Improvements-$430,170.00
Hawaii County Economic Opportunity Council—Accessibility and Renovation Improvements for Certified
Kitchen-$622,725.00
ARC of Hilo- Hale Ulu Hoi III Apartment Exterior Improvements-$75,000.00
Hale Ohana Domestic Abuse Shelter—Renovations and Security Improvements-$105,000.00
Administration, Planning and Fair Housing-$413,705.00 plus$100,000 anticipated Program Income
The CDBG project amount for all projects may change to accommodate the actual amount of grant
funds or program income received or if there are any cancelled project(s)or reprogramming of CDBG
funds.
In its efforts to expedite and timely implement its projects,the Public is advised that the County of
Hawaii may utilize County funds to incur pre-award cost in the amount not exceeding$370,000 for the
Puna Volunteer Fire Station Brush Truck Acquisition project under the CDBG program. This is in
accordance with the CDBG regulations 24 CFR 570.200(h) (1), Reimbursement for pre-award costs.
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The 2024 CDBG projects meet the Objectives and Outcomes which are identified in the County's 2020-
2024 Consolidated Plan. The public facility improvement projects meet the suitable living environment
objective by renovating and rehabilitating the Kona Krafts Group Home, Hope Services Wilder House,
Hale Ohana Domestic Abuse Shelter,the Hawaii County Economic Opportunity Council Certified Kitchen,
and for the acquisition of a UTV and trailer for the Pahala Fire Station and two brush trucks for Puna
Volunteer Fire Stations.The acquisition of food storage equipment at,the Food Basket's Hilo warehouse
meets the public services goal to assist low-and moderate-income individuals who are food insecure.
The Hale Ulu Hoi Ill Apartment Exterior Improvements project meets the housing rehabilitation goal and
the ARC of Hilo—Equipment Acquisition for Laundry Program for Adults with Disabilities project creates
economic opportunities.
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS (HOME) PROGRAM
The State of Hawaii is required to submit the annual Action Plan for the 2020-2024 Consolidated
Plan. The County of Hawaii will submit its 2024 project selection and recommendation to the State of
Hawaii Housing and Finance Development Corporation for its 2024 Home Projects.
The County of Hawaii anticipates it will receive approximately$2,850,000.00 for the 2024 HOME
Program. The HOME project amount for all projects may change to accommodate the actual amount of
grant funds or program income received or if there are any cancelled project(s) or reprogramming of
HOME funds.
The 2024 HOME project meet the Objectives and Outcomes which are identified in the County's 2020-
2024 Consolidated Plan.
The 2024 HOME Projects are: Hale Ola 0 Mohouli Affordable Housing Project-$2,250,000.00,
Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) allocation-$450,000, and OHCD Administration
-$150,000.00. Total:$2,850,000.00.
The HOME project amount for all projects may change to accommodate the actual amount of grant
funds or program income received or if there are any cancelled project(s)or reprogramming of HOME
funds.
Should the County of Hawai'i receive any program income it will be applied to the Hale Ola 0 Mohouli
Affordable Housing Project.
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National Housing Trust Fund (HTF) Program
The State of Hawaii is required to submit the annual Action Plan for the 2020-2024 Consolidated
Plan. The County of Hawaii will submit its 2024 project selection and recommendation to the State of
Hawaii Housing and Finance Development Corporation for its 2024 HTF Projects.
The County of Hawaii anticipates it will receive approximately$2,850,000.00 for the 2024 HTF
Program. The HTF project amount for all projects may change to accommodate the actual amount of
grant funds or program income received or if there are any cancelled project(s)or reprogramming of
HTF funds.
The 2024 HTF projects meet the Objectives and Outcomes which are identified in the County's 2020-
2024 Consolidated Plan.
The 2024 HTF Projects are: Projects are: Hale Ola 0 Mohouli Affordable Housing Project-$2,700,000.00
and OHCD Administration-$150,000.00. Total:$2,850,000.00.
The HTF project amount for all projects may change to accommodate the actual amount of grant funds
or program income received or if there are any cancelled project(s) or reprogramming of HTF funds.
HOME AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN (HOME-ARP)
The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 appropriated$5 billion to help communities provide housing,
shelter,and services for people experiencing homelessness and other qualifying populations. Under
HUD's HOME Investment Partnerships Program—American Rescue Plan (HOME-ARP),the State of
Hawaii,through its Hawaii Housing Finance and Development Corporation (HHFDC)of the Department
of Business, Economic Development and Tourism, is eligible to receive$6,413,733 in HOME-ARP funds
to address homeless needs through the creation of affordable housing or non-congregate shelter units
and by providing tenant-based rental assistance or supportive services.
To receive the HOME-ARP funds, HHFDC and the County engaged in the consultation and public
participation process to develop a HOME-ARP Allocation Plan.The Allocation Plan describes the
distribution of funds,the use of the HOME-ARP funds and how the funds will address the needs of
HOME-ARP qualifying populations. HHFDC informed the County of its one-time funding allocation of
$1,977,568.00.
Under HOME-ARP,qualifying populations include:
• Sheltered and unsheltered homeless populations;
• Those currently housed at risk of homelessness;
• Those fleeing-or attempting to flee domestic violence,dating violence,sexual assault,stalking,
or human trafficking;
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• Other populations: (1) requiring services or housing assistance to prevent homelessness, and (2)
those at greatest risk of housing instability;
• Veterans and families that include a veteran family member that meet one of the preceding
criteria.
Eligible activity under the State of Hawaii's, HHFDC's HUD-approved HOME-ARP Allocation Plan:
• The production or preservation of affordable rental housing.
For PY2024,there were no HOME-ARP project applications received.The-County may distribute the
HOME-ARP funds through another Request for Proposal (RFP) process.
EMERGENCY SOLUTION GRANTS (ESG) PROGRAM
The County of Hawaii will receive a direct allocation of State Emergency Solution Grant(ESG)funds in
PY2024 which is estimated to be between $200,000.00 and $500,000.00. Upon final confirmation of the
award,the County will conduct proper consultations, procure and submit its 2024 project selection
consistent with the regulatory requirements of the program under 24 CFR Part 576.100.
3. Evaluation of past performance
Each year,the County of Hawaii reports its progress in meeting the five-year and annual goals in the
Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report(CAPER). The County of Hawaii has consistently
satisfied program mandates and expended funds in a timely manner. Furthermore,the County of
Hawaii has successfully targeted funds to benefit low-and moderate-income persons and communities
throughout the island. A copy of the CAPER is available in the County of Hawaii OHCD and on the
County's website at www.housing.hawaiicounty.gov/grants-funding. The report states that the County
has accomplished the following during the period of July 1, 2022 to June 30, 2023:
HOUSING AND SPECIAL NEEDS:
• Provided rental assistance to 89 households through its Tenant Based Rental Assistance (TBRA)
program;
• Assisted 4 low-and moderate-income homeowners with loans for residential rehabilitation;
• Completed kitchen and bathroom improvements to three special needs residential facilities in
Kailua-Kona;
• Started construction on Kaloko Heights Affordable Housing project, a 100-unit multi-family
housing complex in Kailua-Kona for low-income families;
• Held groundbreaking and commenced construction on Hale Na Koa 0 Hanakahi, a 92-unit multi-
family housing complex for Veterans and seniors in Hilo;
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• Continued construction on two Habitat for Humanities self-help homes in the Puna area and
started construction on a third self-help home;
• Procured a consultant who conducted surveys and research data collection for the 2025 Hawaii
Housing Planning Study in partnership with the State and other County agencies.
HOMELESS:
• Completed improvements at the West Hawaii Emergency Shelter including roof repairs and
installation of a fire sprinkler system, solar hot water heaters,water cooler,ceiling fans and
parking lot lighting;
• Completed renovations on two domestic abuse shelters in Hilo and Kona;
• Broke ground and commenced mass grading and construction of an access road at the Kukuiola
Assessment Center and Emergency Shelter in Kailua-Kona.This project was awarded
$10,000,000.00 in Economic Development Initiative—Special Projects(EDI-SP)grant funds;
• Procured a consultant and started design and planning for renovations at the old Hilo Memorial
Hospital which houses the Keolahou Emergency Homeless Shelter.This project was awarded
$13,000,000.00 in EDI-SP grant funds.
PUBLIC FACILITIES IMPROVEMENTS:
• Continued final stages of construction at the Ulu Wini Low Income Housing Community Center
Improvements project,which expanded and added hot water to the community laundry facility
and renovated a certified kitchen;
• Procured a wastewater treatment plant for the private wastewater treatment system at the Ulu
Wini Low Income Housing to avoid possible violations by the Department of Health;
• Received delivery of a sludge pumper truck to do weekly solid waste pumping at the Ulu Wini
Low Income Housing wastewater treatment plant to avoid possible violations.
FAIR HOUSING:
• Conducted 126 Fair Housing training sessions with a total of 1,637 attendees for staff,Section 8
renters, landlords, property managers, homeless service providers, and for the general public;
• Improved methods of publicly distributing materials including Fair Housing pamphlets,
translation guide materials, and training information;
• Made available a Fair Housing resource poster on the OHCD website for direct distribution to
local housing agencies or public facilities within the County;
• Completed a website overhaul,creating a user-friendly and easily accessible platform resulting
in over 1,100 clicks to the Fair Housing page;
• Partnered with the State and other Counties to provide a 4-part state-wide virtual training series
for 700 participants, 140 of which were from the Big Island.This series included lessons from
panelists including the Hawaii Lead Equal Opportunity Specialist with HUD,the Executive
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Director of the Hawaii Civil Rights Commission, Civil Rights Enforcement Attorney for the Hawaii
Civil Rights Commission, numerous attorneys with the Legal Aid Society of Hawaii,State
Representative, and private attorney with Fair Housing case experience;
• Assisted 104 people with Fair Housing inquiries via phone, email or in person.
4. Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process
The County is required to have a Citizen Participation Plan in its CP. This plan describes and outlines the
County's plan to encourage and inform all citizens, especially persons of extremely-low,very-low and
moderate income including minorities, non-English speaking and persons of Limited English Proficiency
(LEP),as well as persons with mobility,visual or hearing impediments,to participate in the development
of the County's CP,along with any amendments to the CP,and the County's performance report.
The citizen participation process as outlined in the Citizen Participation Plan includes public hearings,
virtual public hearings,consultation meetings, 30-day review and comment period on the County's draft
CP, County's draft Annual Action Plan (AP), Hawaii County Finance Committee Meetings/County Council
Meetings and a public notice announcing the availability of the County's final CP and AP.
Public Hearings:
The County began its 2024 Annual Action Plan Citizen Participation Process with public hearings in
August 2023. The County, in partnership with the State of Hawaii, held two public hearings (one virtual
hearing on August 10, 2023 and one in-person hearing on August 23, 2023)to present an overview of
the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan process,to encourage citizens to offer input concerning housing,
homeless,special needs and community development needs and to discuss the past use of funds and
accomplishments. In addition,the members of the public were provided with information about the
2024 CDBG application process. The County and the State informed participants of the County's and
State CP priorities and provided an opportunity for participants to provide their concerns or comments.
The draft 2024 Action Plan was made available for public review and comment at the OHCD offices in
Hilo and Kona and on the OHCD website from February 6, 2024 through March 7, 2024.There were no
comments received.
Public and Private Agencies Consultation Meetings:
As stated above, in August 2023,the County conducted Public Hearings to inform the public about the
2024 CDBG application process. Members of the public were provided with information on the CDBG
program. An overview of the draft priorities and goals were also presented. The participants were
asked to provide input on the county's draft priorities and goals established as a result of community
input at the various public hearings. There were inquiries on how to utilize HUD funds for long lease
agreements to build low-income housing and on how the Governor's Emergency housing proclamation
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impacts the various programs, but no comments were received on the community needs or past use of
funds.
In addition to these consultations,the OHCD also informed each Council Member representing all
districts in the County of Hawaii of the CP process and inquired if they had any projects that would meet
the draft priorities within their district.
5. Summary of public comments
The draft 2024 Action Plan was made available for public review and comment at the OHCD offices in
Hilo and Kona and on the OHCD website from February 6, 2024 through March 7,2024.There were no
comments received.
The Citizen Participation Plan (CPP)was amended to add the citizen participation process for Emergency
Solutions Grant(ESG)funds, update the natural disaster section, and update the requirement for a
substantial amendment. It was made available for public view and comments at the OHCD offices in Hilo
and Kona and on the OHCD website from February 6, 2024 through March 7, 2024.There were no
comments received.
6. Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them
N/A-There were no comments received.
7. Summary
The CP is a comprehensive planning document which identifies the housing and community
development needs and priorities for the County of Hawaii for the next five years. It sets forth the
County's strategies and objectives in addressing these needs and provides a framework for the Annual
Action Plan,which details the specific projects and activities the county will undertake in each of the five
years to carry out the CP.
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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies—91.200(b)
1. Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan
Describe the agency/entity responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of each grant
program and funding source.
Agency Role Name Department/Agency
CDBG Administrator HAWAII COUNTY Office of Housing&Community Development
HOME Administrator HAWAII COUNTY Office of Housing&Community Development
HTF Administrator HAWAII COUNTY Office of Housing&Community Development
Table 1—Responsible Agencies
Narrative (optional)
The County of Hawaii's OHCD manages and administers the use of the CDBG Program funds for the County. As the lead agency and direct
recipient of CDBG funds,the OHCD is responsible for completing the planning and submission process for the County's CP.As a direct recipient
of ESG funds in PY2024,the County of Hawaii's OHCD will be responsible for updating the County's CP for the planning and submission process
of ESG funds.
The State of Hawaii is the recipient of the HOME, HTF, HOME-ARP, and HOPWA funds and is therefore, required to submit a CP to HUD before it
can receive these program funds. The County is not required to address the State's programs in its CP but will reference and include portions of
the State's CP as it relates to the County's housing-related and homeless needs.
Although the County of Hawaii is not a direct recipient of HOME and HTF funds, it does receive HOME and HTF funds from the State of Hawaii,
every three years. The County's OHCD manages and administers the use of HOME and HTF program funds for the County and is anticipating the
receipt of these program funds for 2024.
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information
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County of Hawaii Office of Housing and Community Development
Susan Kunz
1990 Kinoole Street,Suite 102
Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Phone Number: (808)961-8379
Fax Number: (808) 961-8685
E-Mail: ohcdcdbg@hawaiicounty.gov
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AP-10 Consultation 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(1)
1. Introduction
The County began its 2024 Annual Action Plan Citizen Participation Process in August of 2023. The
County held its annual public hearings to present an overview of the Consolidated Plan process,to
encourage citizens to offer input concerning housing, homeless,special needs and community
development needs,and to discuss the past use of funds and accomplishments. In addition,the
members of the public were provided with information about the 2024 CDBG, HOME, HTF, and HOME-
ARP application process. The County informed participants of the County's CP priorities and provided an
opportunity for participants to provide their concerns or comments.
Hawaii County also utilized the public hearings to inform the public on the current 2020-2024
Consolidated Plan and Action Plan process.
The draft 2024 Annual Action Plan was made available for public review and comment at the OHCD
offices in Hilo and Kona and on the OHCD website from February 6,_2024 through March 7, 2024.There
were no comments received.
The OHCD informed County agencies and each Council Member representing all districts in the County
of Hawaii of the CP process and inquired if they had any projects that would meet the draft priorities
within their district.
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction's activities to enhance coordination between
public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health,mental health
and service agencies (91.215(I))
In August 2023,the County conducted Public Hearings to inform the public about the 2024 CDBG,
HOME, HOME-ARP,and HTF application process. Members of the public were provided with
information on the CDBG program. An overview of the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan priorities and goals
were also presented and reviewed. The participants were asked to provide input on the county's
current priorities and goals established based on community input at the various public hearings and
consultations for the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan. In addition to these public hearings,the OHCD also
informed each Council Member representing all districts in the County of Hawaii of the CP process and
provided them with an opportunity to inform the County of any projects that would meet priorities
within their district.
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families,families with
children,veterans,and unaccompanied youth)and persons at risk of homelessness.
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The County is actively involved with Bridging the Gap (a consortium of the three neighbor island
counties), Community Alliance Partners (Hawaii County chapter), and Statewide Continuum of Care,
which all strive to end homelessness. The County is also a component of the Interagency Council on
Homelessness-a conglomerate of government and service providers that seek solutions to address
statewide chronic homelessness through mainstream re-programming. Participation in the Continuum
of Care also allows the County to acquire other HUD funds for activities that address homeless needs
within the County. The County will continue to participate in all levels of collaboration in a proactive
effort to address the needs of its homeless community.
Describe consultation with the Continuums) of Care that serves the jurisdiction's area in
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate
outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and
procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS
As required by the ESG regulations,the County consulted with the Community Alliance Partners(CAP)
and Bridging the Gap (BTG)on matters including determining how to allocate ESG funds, developing
standard performance measures for ESG funded projects and activities,evaluating the outcomes of ESG-
funded projects and activities, as well as ensuring proper procedures are in place for the operation and
administration of the HMIS.
2. Describe Agencies,groups, organizations and others who participated in the process
and describe the jurisdiction's consultations with housing, social service agencies and other
entities
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Table 2—Agencies,groups,organizations who participated
1 Agency/Group/Organization HAWAII COUNTY
Agency/Group/Organization Type Housing •
Services-Housing
Services-Children
Services-Elderly Persons
Services-Persons with Disabilities
Services-Victims of Domestic Violence
Services-homeless
Services-Health
Services-Education
Service-Fair Housing
Other government-State
Other government-County
Housing Developers
What section of the Plan was addressed by Consultation? Housing Need Assessment
Homeless Needs-Chronically homeless
Homeless Needs-Families with children
Homelessness Strategy
Non-Homeless Special Needs
Economic Development
Homelessness Needs-Justice-involved
Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization was A list of not-for-profit organizations,government agencies,and others
consulted.What are the anticipated outcomes of the who provided input at the 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan hearings and
consultation or areas for improved coordination? Needs Survey are listed in Section PR-10 Consultation of the 2020-2024
Consolidated Plan.
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Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting
The County utilized a mail list from its previous Consolidated Plans which is continuously updated through participation, meetings,trainings, etc.
to contact as many providers and government agencies to ensure proper consultation. The County does not preclude or exclude any public or
private agencies participation.
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan
Name of Plan Lead Organization How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan?
The State is writing the goals to the State's Strategic Plan, please refer to the
Continuum of Care Bridging the Gap
State's Consolidated Plan.
Strategic Roadmap for This strategic roadmap outlines priorities for the investment of County,State
County of Hawaii
Homelessness and Housing and Federal funds targeted to end homelessness.
Table 3—Other local/regional/federal planning efforts
Narrative (optional)
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AP-12 Participation —91.105, 91.200(c)
1. Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting
The County began its 2024 Action Plan Citizen Participation Process in August of 2023. The County held its annual public hearings to present an
overview of the Consolidated Plan process,to encourage citizens to offer input concerning housing, homeless,special needs and community
development needs, and to discuss the past use of funds and accomplishments. In addition,the members of the public were provided with
information about the 2024 CDBG application process. The County informed participants of the County's CP priorities and provided an
opportunity for participants to provide their concerns or comments.
The draft 2024 Annual Action Plan was made available for public review and comment at the OHCD offices in Hilo and Kona and on the OHCD
website from February 6, 2024 through March 7, 2024.There were no comments received.
The OHCD also informed County agencies and each Council Member representing all districts in the County of Hawaii of the Consolidated Plan
process and inquired if they had any projects that would meet the draft priorities within their district.
The following schedule and task were utilized to inform citizens of the Consolidated Plan and/or Annual Action Plan and its process.
DATE and TASK:
July 2023- Informed and invited Administration, County Departments and Council Members on the start of the 2024 Annual Action Plan (AP)
process and solicited comments or possible projects to meet objectives with the current priorities within the Consolidated Plan.
August 2023-Public Notices published announcing public hearings which were held in conjunction with the State of Hawaii, Hawaii Housing
Finance Development Corp. (HHFDC),to inform the public about the 2024 CDBG, HOME, HOME-ARP,and HTF application process.
January 2024-Prepared draft Action Plan. -
February 2024-Published public notice announcing the Action Plan availability for public review and comment.
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February to March 2024-Action Plan available for public review and comment.
April 2024- Draft Action Plan submitted to Hawaii County Finance Committee and Hawaii County Council for review and approval for submittal
to HUD. Public Notice informs citizens of the meetings and comments.
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Citizen Participation Outreach
Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comments URL(If
response/attendance comments received not accepted applicable)
and reasons
The County utilized
input from its virtual
public hearings and
Overall,there were
meetings to access
27 participants at
and review its
the two hearings,
priorities and set
representing not-
objectives and goals
for-profit service
that will meet the
providers, housing
Public Meetings (1 Non- needs of its citizens.
1 virtual and 1 in- targeted/broad The County's services providers,
homeless
person) community assessment was to
providers,
ensure that the
developers, and
County's priorities
county and state
were flexible and
agencies.There
accommodating to
were no comments
meet various range of
received.
activities to meet the
County's CP
priorities.
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Sort Order Mode of Outreach Target of Outreach Summary of Summary of Summary of comments URL(If
response/attendance comments received not accepted applicable)
and reasons
The OHCD also
informed the County
of Hawai'i's Council
- Members of the
Consolidated Plan
Non- Process, meetings
No comments were
2 Public Meeting targeted/broad and provided them
submitted.
community with the opportunity
to inform the County
of any projects that
would meet the
priorities within their
district.
Table 4—Citizen Participation Outreach
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Expected Resources
AP-15 Expected Resources—91.220(c)(1,2)
Introduction
The County of Hawaii Office of Housing and Community Development is a direct recipient of CDBG funds. Its annual allocation is determined by
HUD on a formula basis and is directly affected by the federal budget. The County anticipates receiving approximately$2.6 million and
distributes these funds on a request for proposal basis.
Anticipated Resources
Program Source Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative Description
of Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount
Funds Allocation: Income: Resources: $ Available
$ $ $ Remainder
of Con Plan
CDBG public- Acquisition With the ever changing political and
federal Admin and economic environment at the federal
Planning level, it is difficult to accurately project
Economic the amount of CDBG funds that the
Development County will receive over the 2020-2024
Housing Consolidated Plan period.
Public
Improvements
Public Services 2,600,000 100,000 0 2,700,000 0
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Program Source Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative Description
of Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount
Funds Allocation: Income: Resources: $ Available
$ $ $ Remainder
of ConPlan
HOME public- Acquisition The HOME funds are received by the
federal Homebuyer State of Hawaii HHFDC and the State in
assistance turn allocates the HOME funds to the
Homeowner neighbor island counties. Prior to 2012,
rehab the HOME funds were evenly distributed
Multifamily to the three neighbor-island counties.
rental new HHFDC now allocates the HOME funds
construction on a three-year rotation beginning with
Multifamily Hawaii County,followed by Kauai County
rental rehab and Maui County.The designated
New County receives the entire allocation of
construction for HOME funding less the allowable
ownership administrative funding which will be
TBRA 2,850,000 0 0 2,850,000 0 retained by HHFDC.
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Program Source Uses of Funds Expected Amount Available Year 1 Expected Narrative Description
of Annual Program Prior Year Total: Amount
Funds Allocation: Income: Resources: $ Available
$ $ $ Remainder
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Housing public- Housing The HTF funds are received by the State
Trust federal of Hawaii HHFDC.The State in turn
Fund allocates the HTF funds to the neighbor
island counties on a three-year rotation
basis.A portion of each year's funding is
allocated to the City and County of
Honolulu.The designated neighbor
island county will receive its share less
the allowable administrative funding
which will be retained by HHFDC. In
PY2024,the County will receive all of the
HTF funding, including the allocation
originally designated for the City and
2,850,000 0 0 2,850,000 0 County of Honolulu.
Other public- Other The State of Hawaii HHFDC received a
federal total of$6,413,733 of HOME-ARP funds
which were distributed to the counties
as a one-time funding source for the
purpose of developing rental housing to
2,177,568 0 0 2,177,568 0 qualifying populations.
Table 5-Expected Resources—Priority Table
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private,state and local funds), including a description of how
matching requirements will be satisfied
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If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that
may be used to address the needs identified in the plan
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County owned land has been used in the past,and will be used in the future,to develop affordable
housing projects for the low-and moderate-income households throughout the County of
Hawaii. Usually, a long-term lease(65 years) is executed with the non-profit organization for a nominal
annual lease amount. It is stated in the lease that the non-profit organization must keep the project
affordable to low-and moderate-income households for the duration of the lease.
In the past couple years,the County has received through Executive Orders with the State of Hawaii,
over 100 acres of developable land for the purpose of affordable housing. Master plans and various
studies and assessments are being conducted to plan and prepare the land for development.
The County of Hawaii's Kamakoa Nui Community Housing project located in Waikoloa, is designed to
provide workforce housing for low-and moderate-income persons.The first phase included the sale of
91,fee simple single family and bungalow style units. The County contracted with a developer for the
next phase of multi-family rental housing. Na Hale Makoa is finalizing their financing and expects to start
construction on 139 rental units targeting families in the 30%to 140%AMI range.
The County-owned Kukuiola project will provide a homeless assessment center, 16 emergency shelter
beds and 48 permanent housing units for individuals at or below 30%AMI.The project began
construction and is expected to be completed in phases over the next few years.
The Hale Na Koa 0 Hanakahi Housing project is a 92-unit rental housing project on state property for
extremely low,very low, and low-and moderate-income elderly households with preference for
veterans and their spouses.The project is currently under construction and is anticipated to be
completed in 2024.
The Hale Ola 0 Mohouli Affordable Housing project is a 91-unit rental housing project on state property
for extremely low,very low, and low-and moderate-income families and elderly households.The
developer is currently working on structuring its financing for this project.
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Annual Goals and Objectives
AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives
Goals Summary Information
Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Funding Goal Outcome Indicator
Order. Year Year Area Addressed
1 Public Facilities- 2020 2024 Non-Housing County of Public Health CDBG: Public Facility or Infrastructure
Improvements Community Hawaii and Safety $1,756,295 Activities other than Low/Moderate
Development Public Facilities Income Housing Benefit: 13127
Persons Assisted
2 Housing- 2020 2024 Affordable County of Housing HOME: Rental units constructed: 91
Affordable Rental Housing Hawaii $2,250,000 Household Housing Unit
Units Housing Trust
Fund:
$2,700,000
3 Housing- 2020 2024 Affordable County of Housing CDBG:$75,000 Rental units rehabilitated: 17
Rehabilitation Housing Hawaii Household Housing Unit
4 Economic 2020 2024 10 Other County of Economic CDBG:$85,000 Jobs created/retained:4 Jobs
Development Hawaii Development
5 Public Service 2020 2024 Non-Housing County of Public Services CDBG: Public service activities other than
Community Hawaii $270,000 Low/Moderate Income Housing
Development Benefit: 390355 Persons Assisted
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Goal Descriptions
1 Goal Name Public Facilities- Improvements
Goal
Description
2 Goal Name Housing-Affordable Rental Units
Goal HOME and HTF funds will be utilized for the construction of Hale 0 Mohouli, a 91 unit multi-family affordable housing
Description project targeted at extremely low,very low,and low-and moderate income families and elderly.
3 Goal Name Housing-Rehabilitation
Goal CDBG funds will be utilized for the exterior improvements at Hale Ulu Hoi III, a low-income housing project targeted at
Description low income households.
4 Goal Name Economic Development
Goal CDBG funds will be utilized for the acquisition of energy efficient commercial laundry equipment to expand its existing
Description laundry service program,which will create four new part time positions for adults with developmental and intellectual
disabilities.
5 Goal Name Public Service
Goal CDBG funds will be utilized for the acquisition of a refrigerator and freezer at The Food Basket in Hilo,enabling them to
Description expand their storage capacity of perishable food to assist an additional 85,700 people annually who are food insecure in
Hawaii County.
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Projects
AP-35 Projects—91.220(d)
Introduction
For the 2024 program year,there were a total of nine (9) CDBG projects that were selected for funding,
six(6) of which were public facility projects.These projects include renovation improvements to a
transitional house serving homeless individuals, renovations to a domiciliary group home serving
individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, renovations to a domestic abuse shelter,
renovations to a certified kitchen, and acquisition of a Utility Terrain Vehicle with trailer for the Pahala
Fire Station and two fire brush trucks for volunteer fire stations serving the low-and moderate-income
areas of Puna.One project involves housing rehabilitation for exterior improvements to a low-income
apartment building. One project will provide four part-time jobs with the acquisition of laundry
equipment under special economic development activities.One project was a public service project for
the acquisition of food storage equipment to increase capacity at the Food Basket.
Projects
Project Name
1 Pahala Fire Station Utility Terrain Vehicle(UTV) and Trailer Acquisition
2 Puna Volunteer Fire Stations Brush Trucks Acquisition
3 Food Basket- Equipment Acquisition for Emergency Food Storage
4 ARC of Kona-Kona Krafts Group Home Renovation Improvements
5 ARC of Hilo- Equipment Acquisition for Laundry Program for Adults with Disabilities
6 Hope Services-Wilder Transitional House Facility Renovation Improvements
7 HCEOC-Accessibility and Renovation Improvements for Certified Kitchen
8 ARC of Hilo- Hale Ulu Hoi III Apartment Exterior Improvements
9 Hale Ohana Domestic Abuse Shelter-Renovation and Security Improvements
10 CDBG Administration, Planning and Fair Housing
11 Hale Ola 0 Mohouli Affordable Housing Project
12 HOME CHDO Activity ,
13 HOME Administration
14 HTF Administration -
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Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved
needs
The County allocation priorities are based on a competitive points system contained its Request for
Proposal Process which is designed to assess projects based on need,timely implementation in
compliance with HUD's rules and regulations and the County's Consolidated Plan goals and
objectives. The project priorities were compiled through input from public and private meetings in low-
and moderate-income communities as well as surveys during the formation of the Consolidated Plan
and annually during its citizen participation process for the yearly Action Plan.
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Project Project Name Pahala Fire Station Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) and Trailer
Summary Acquisition
Information].
Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Public Facilities- Improvements
Needs Addressed Public Health and Safety
Public Facilities
Funding CDBG:$44,500
Description The County Fire Department will utilize$44,500.00 in 2024
CDBG funds for the acquisition of a Utility Terrain Vehicle
(UTV) and trailer for its Pahala Fire Station to enhance its
ability to respond to emergencies in rugged remote off-
road locations to facilitate rescues and access fire
suppression sites.The UTV will be equipped with
necessary rescue and firefighting equipment to improve
wildfire assessments and early fire containment to
previously inaccessible areas,in addition to increasing its
ability in search and rescue operations in remote areas.
The project may utilize County funds to incur pre-award
cost under the CDBG program of up to 25%of the total
CDBG grant award.This activity is eligible under 24 CFR
570.201(c) Public Facilities and Improvements.
Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the This UTV will be housed at the Pahala Fire Station,which
number and type of serves the I region comprising of 934.54 square miles in
families that will Census Tract 212.02 with 59.10% low-and moderate-
benefit from the income area designation and an estimated low-and
proposed activities moderate-income population of 4,675 residents.This
meets the CDBG Program National Objective 24 CFR
570.208(a)(1) Low-and Moderate-Income Area Benefit
Activity.
Location Description Pahala Fire Station
96-1149 Kamani Street
Pahala, Hawaii 96777
Planned Activities Acquisition of a Utility Terrain Vehicle (UTV) and Trailer
Project Name Puna Volunteer Fire Stations Brush Trucks Acquisition
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2 Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Public Facilities-Improvements
Needs Addressed Public Health and Safety
Public Facilities
Funding CDBG: $370,000
Description The County Fire Department will utilize$370,000.00 in
2024 CDBG funds for the acquisition of two brush trucks to
provide effective fire protection and immediate responses
to wildfires that standard fire engines are unable to access
in remote rural areas.These brush trucks will replace 30-
plus-year-old vehicles which require continuous
maintenance repairs that exceed budgeted amounts at
Volunteer Stations 5C in Fern Forest and 5D in Fern Acres.
Frequent down times have prevented adequate fire
protection to certain rural low-and moderate-income
communities.The project may utilize County funds to incur
pre-award cost under the CDBG program of up to
$370,000.This activity is eligible under 24 CFR 570.201(c)
Public Facilities and Improvements.
Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the The brush trucks will service the area Puna,which includes
number and type of Fern Forest, Fern Acres, Hawaiian Acres, and Eden Rock
families that will located in Census Tract 210.10 with 66.59%low-and
benefit from the moderate-income area designation and an estimated low-
proposed activities and moderate-income population of 4,555 residents.This
meets the CDBG Program National Objective 24 CFR
570.208(a)(1) Low-and Moderate-Income Area Benefit
Activity.
Location Description Fern Forest Volunteer Station 5C, 11-2864 Ala Kapena
Street, Mountain View, Hawaii 96771 and
Fern Acres Volunteer Fire Station 5D, 11-3602 Lehua
Street, Kurtistown, Hawaii 96760
Planned Activities Acquisition of two brush trucks
3 Project Name Food Basket- Equipment Acquisition for Emergency Food
Storage
Target Area County of Hawaii
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Goals Supported Public Service
Needs Addressed Public Services
Funding CDBG: $270,000
Description The non-profit The Food Basket will utilize$270,000.00 of
2024 CDBG funds for the acquisition of energy efficient
refrigerator and freezer units to expand the storage
capacity of perishable food at its Hilo warehouse.This
acquisition will allow The Food Basket to service an
additional 85,700 low-and moderate-income individuals
annually who are food insecure.This activity is eligible
under 24 CFR 570.201(e) Public Services.
Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the The proposed improvements are anticipated to benefit
number and type of 390,355 low-and moderate-income individuals on an
families that will annual basis. This meets the CDBG Program National
benefit from the Objective 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(i)(B) Low-and Moderate-
proposed activities Income Limited Clientele.
Location Description 40 Holumua Street, Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Planned Activities Acquisition of refrigerator and freezer units.
4 Project Name ARC of Kona- Kona Krafts Group Home Renovation
Improvements
Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Public Facilities- Improvements
Needs Addressed Public Facilities
Funding CDBG:$183,900
Description The non-profit ARC of Kona will utilize$183,900.00 of 2024
CDBG funds for renovation improvements to the only
domiciliary group home on the island.These
improvements are necessary to continue to maintain and
sustain safe, affordable,and accessible independent living
opportunities for individuals with developmental and
intellectual disabilities.This activity is eligible under 24 CFR
570.201(c) Public Facilities and Improvements.
Target Date 6/30/2025
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Estimate the This project will benefit 5 individuals with developmental
number and type of and intellectual disabilities and are presumed to be
families that will principally low-and moderate-income under the CDBG
benefit from the Program National Objective 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(i)(A)
proposed activities Low-and moderate-Income Limited Clientele.
Location Description 82-1055 Kiloa Road, Captain Cook, HI 96704
Planned Activities The proposed improvements include but are not limited to
design, replacing flooring, interior and exterior painting,
additional security and safety systems to windows and
doors,efficient light fixtures, renovating the kitchen and
three bathrooms, replacing gutters,and other construction
and related costs such as permits and advertising.
5 Project Name ARC of Hilo-Equipment Acquisition for Laundry Program
for Adults with Disabilities
Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Economic Development
Needs Addressed Economic Development
Funding CDBG: $85,000
Description The non-profit ARC of Hilo will utilize$85,000.00 of 2024
CDBG funds for the acquisition of energy efficient
commercial grade laundry equipment for its laundry
service program which employes persons with disabilities.
The acquisition of equipment will enable the ARC of Hilo to
provide job opportunities to 4 more adults with disabilities
as well as continue to provide a successful and efficient
laundry cleaning service.This activity is eligible under 24
CFR 570.203 Special Economic Development Activities.
Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the This project will create 4 new part time jobs for 4 adults
number and type of with disabilities who are presumed to be principally low-
families that will and moderate-income under the CDBG Program National
benefit from the Objective 24 CFR 570.208(a)(4)(i) Low-and moderate-
proposed activities income job creation or retention activities.
Location Description 1099 Waianuenue Avenue, Hilo, HI 96720
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Planned Activities Acquisition of energy efficient commercial grade laundry
equipment, including 1 commercial washing machine, 2
commercial dryers, and 1 linen press.
6 Project Name Hope Services-Wilder Transitional House Facility
Renovation Improvements
Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Public Facilities- Improvements
Needs Addressed Public Facilities
Funding CDBG: $430,170
Description The non-profit Hope Services will utilize$430,170.00 of
2024 CDBG funds to design and construct interior and
exterior renovations at its Wilder Transitional house in
Hilo, which will be utilized as a short stay medical respite
providing housing to homeless persons requiring a safe
place to stabilize with medical care and support services.
This activity is eligible under 24 CFR 570.201(c) Public
Facilities and Improvements.
Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the This project will serve 167 homeless individuals,who are
number and type of presumed to be principally low-and moderate-income
families that will under the CDBG Program National Objective 24 CFR
benefit from the 570.208(a)(2)(i)(A) Low--and moderate-Income Limited
proposed activities Clientele.
Location Description 189 S. Wilder Road, Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Planned Activities The proposed improvements include but are not limited to
design, removal of architectural barriers to entryways,
kitchen and bathrooms in compliance with ADA standards,
purchase and installation of a Photovoltaic system and
solar hot water heater, cesspool closure and conversion to
a septic wastewater system, interior and exterior painting
and repairs, and other construction and related costs such
as permits and bid advertising.
7 Project Name HCEOC-Accessibility and Renovation Improvements for
Certified Kitchen
Target Area County of Hawaii -
Goals Supported Public Facilities- Improvements
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Needs Addressed Public Facilities
Funding CDBG: $622,725
Description The non-profit Hawaii County Economic Opportunity
Council (HCEOC)will utilize$622,725.00 of 2024 CDBG
funds for design, accessibility improvements,energy
efficiency improvements, addition of a food storage unit,
and continued renovations for its certified kitchen
conversion project.This facility will be utilized to provide
food services and meals to low-income individuals and
senior citizens for programs such as Meals on Wheels and
senior nutrition programs.Construction of the certified
kitchen is anticipated to begin in Spring 2024.This activity
is eligible under 24 CFR 570.201(c) Public Facilities and
Improvements.
Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the The proposed improvements will benefit 3,485 senior
number and type of citizens and low-and moderate-income individuals on an
families that will annual basis who are presumed to be principally low-and
benefit from the moderate-income under the CDBG Program National
proposed activities Objective 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(i)(A) Low-and moderate-
Income Limited Clientele.
Location Description 47 Rainbow Drive, Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Planned Activities The proposed improvements include but are not limited to
design, accessibility improvements to the sidewalks and
parking lot,construction of a food storage unit, purchase
and installation of a photovoltaic system, and continued
improvements for the certified kitchen conversion to meet
the State of Hawaii Department of Health's certified
kitchen requirements,and other construction and related
costs such as permits and advertising.
8 Project Name ARC of Hilo- Hale Ulu Hoi III Apartment Exterior
Improvements
Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Housing- Rehabilitation
Needs Addressed Housing
Funding CDBG: $75,000
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Description The non-profit ARC of Hilo will utilize$75,000.00 of 2024
CDBG funds for renovations at their low-income housing
apartment Hale Ulu Hoi III in accordance with their
Physical Needs Assessment.This activity is eligible under
24 CFR 570.202 Eligible rehabilitation and Preservation
Activities.
Target Date 6/30/2025
Estimate the The proposed improvements will provide safe, affordable
number and type of and accessible housing for 17 low-and moderate-income
families that will households plus 1 on-site manager.This meets the CDBG
benefit from the Program National Objective 24 CFR 570.208(a)(2)(i)(B)
proposed activities Low-and Moderate-Income Limited Clientele.
Location Description 485 Laukapu Street, Hilo, HI 96720
Planned Activities The proposed improvements include but are not limited to
exterior painting and repair plus future design and interior
and exterior building modernization improvements,
infrastructure repairs, abatement of hazardous material,
common area improvements, accessibility improvements,
energy efficiency improvements,and other construction
and direct related costs such as permits and advertising.
9 Project Name Hale Ohana Domestic Abuse Shelter-Renovation and
Security Improvements
Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Public Facilities- Improvements
Needs Addressed Public Facilities
Funding CDBG:$105,000
Description The non-profit Child and Family Services Real Property, Inc.
will utilize$105,000.00 of 2024 CDBG funds for security
enhancements and renovation improvements to expand
and preserve the only domestic abuse shelter in East
Hawaii, which provides safe housing for victims of
domestic and family violence.These activities are eligible
under 24 CFR 570.201(c) Public Facilities and
Improvements.
Target Date 6/30/2025
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Estimate the This project will benefit 240 victims of domestic violence
number and type of including families with children and are presumed under
families that will the CDBG Program National Objective 24 CFR
benefit from the 570.208(a)(2)(i)(A) Low-and moderate-Income Limited
proposed activities Clientele.
Location Description Confidential location in Hilo, Hawaii
Planned Activities The proposed improvements include but are not limited to
the planning, design and construction for the expansion of
the existing living room and widening of the driveway,
security enhancements such as land clearing and security
fencing at the property line, perimeter lighting and
purchase and installation of an intercom system for
communication at the gate, and other construction and
related costs such as permits and advertising.
10 Project Name CDBG Administration, Planning and Fair Housing
Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Housing- Rehabilitation
Public Facilities- Improvements
Public Service
Economic Development
Needs Addressed Housing
Public Health and Safety
Public Facilities
Public Services
Economic Development
Funding CDBG: $513,705
Description CDBG funds($413,705.00+$100,000.00 in anticipated
program income)will be used to administer and
coordinate the County CDBG and Fair Housing Programs to
ensure effective and timely project implementation in
accordance with all applicable HUD rules and regulations.
CDBG funds will also be used to fund present and future
planning documents in accordance with federal rules.
Target Date 6/30/2025
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Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description . 1990 Kinoole St,Ste 102, Hilo HI 96720
Planned Activities Planning and Administration
11 Project Name Hale Ola 0 Mohouli Affordable Housing Project
Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Housing-Affordable Rental Units
Needs Addressed Housing
Funding HOME: $2,250,000
Housing Trust Fund:$2,700,000
Description The non-profit affordable housing corporation, Hawaii
Island Community Development Corp.will utilize
$2,250,000.00 of 2024 HOME funds and$2,700,000.00 of
2024 HTF funds to develop 91(90 plus 1 manager unit)
affordable rental units for elderly and low-income families
in Hilo.
Target Date 12/31/2026
Estimate the This project will provide 90 units to extremely-low,very-
number and type of low, low-and moderate-income families.
families that will
benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description 1450 Mohouli Street, Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Planned Activities The project involves the design and development for the
construction of a 91 unit (90 plus 1 manager unit)
affordable rental housing complex.
12 Project Name HOME CHDO Activity
Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Housing-Affordable Rental Units
Needs Addressed Housing
Funding HOME: $450,000
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Description
Target Date
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description
Planned Activities
13 Project Name HOME Administration
Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Housing-Affordable Rental Units
Needs Addressed Housing
Funding HOME: $150,000
Description HOME funds will be used to administer and coordinate the
County's HOME program to ensure effective and timely
project implementation in accordance with all applicable
HOME rules and regulations.
Target Date 12/31/2027
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description 1990 Kinoole St.,Ste 102, Hilo, Hawaii 96720
Planned Activities Planning and administration
14 Project Name HTF Administration
Target Area County of Hawaii
Goals Supported Housing-Affordable Rental Units
Needs Addressed Housing
Funding Housing Trust Fund:$150,000
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Description HTF funds will be used to administer and coordinate the
County's HTF program to ensure effective and timely
project implementation in accordance with all applicable
HTF rules and regulations.
Target Date 12/31/2027
Estimate the
number and type of
families that will
benefit from the
proposed activities
Location Description 1990 Kinoole St., Ste 102, Hilo, Hawaii 96720
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Planned Activities Planning and administration
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AP-50 Geographic Distribution —91.220(f)
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and
minority concentration)where assistance will be directed
The County does not allocate funds based on geographic areas. The CDBG funds are allocated through a
Request For Proposal (RFP) process which ranks and rates projects for program eligibility, need and
meeting the County's priorities and objectives of the Consolidated Plan.
Geographic Distribution
Target Area Percentage of Funds
County of Hawaii 100 _
Table 8-Geographic Distribution
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically
Not applicable as the County does not allocate funds based on geographic areas.
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Affordable Housing
AP-55 Affordable Housing—91.220(g)
Introduction
The County's 2024 CDBG funded housing projects include one housing rehabilitation project for exterior
improvements to a low-income apartment building. Public facility projects include the renovation
improvements to a domiciliary group home serving individuals with intellectual and developmental
disabilities, renovation of a domestic violence shelter,and renovations to a homeless transitional house.
Additionally,the County will utilize its 2024 HOME and HTF funds to construct a 91-unit(90 affordable
plus 1 manager unit) low-income rental housing project.
One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported
Homeless 407
Non-Homeless 107
Special-Needs 5
Total 519
Table 9-One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement
One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through
Rental Assistance 0
The Production of New Units 90
Rehab of Existing Units 429
Acquisition of Existing Units 0
Total 519
Table 10-One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type
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AP-60 Public Housing— 91.220(h)
Introduction
The State of Hawaii Public Housing Authority manages the public housing throughout the State of
Hawaii. Please defer to the State's Action Plan.
Actions planned during the next year to address the needs to public housing
The State of Hawaii Public Housing Authority manages the public housing throughout the State of
Hawaii. Please defer to the State's Action Plan.
Actions to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and
participate in homeownership
The State of Hawaii Public Housing Authority manages the public housing throughout the State of
Hawaii. Please defer to the State's Action Plan.
If the PHA is designated as troubled,describe the manner in which financial assistance will be
provided or other assistance
The State of Hawaii Public Housing Authority manages the public housing throughout the State of
Hawaii. Please defer to the State's Action Plan.
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AP-65 Homeless and Other Special Needs Activities—91.220(i)
Introduction
To address and serve the Homeless and Special Needs population,the County has listed within its high
priorities,the use of CDBG funds for public facilities, infrastructure, and public service activities. CDBG
funds will be utilized for rehabilitation activities at two domestic abuse shelters in Hilo and Kona
providing housing and supportive services to victims of domestic violence and at a residential facility in
Hilo providing housing and supportive services to those with serious mental illness.These activities meet
the high priorities and goals of the Consolidated Plan.
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
On August 2022,the County of Hawai'i,with input from the community advocates,individuals with lived
experience, business community partners,social and health care providers, adopted a Homeless and
Housing Strategic Roadmap. The Roadmap identified 13 priorities that will ensure that individuals who
experience homelessness is rare, brief and non-recurring occurrence.
A copy of the Roadmap can be found
at: https://records.hawaiicounty.gov/Weblink/1/edoc/117991/2022-09-
01%20Strategic%20Roadma p%20(2).pdf
In addition,the County's local Continuum of Care, Community Alliance Partners has developed and
posted its 2021—2024 Strategic Plan,which can be found
at: https://communityalliancepartners.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/CAP-2021-24-Strategic-
PI a n_F I NAL-5_24_21.pdf
In addition,the County's non-profit homeless providers coordinate the annual point in time count,
which provides a data tool to understand the number of individuals and families experiencing
homelessness.
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
The County works closely with the non-profit homeless providers to understand the needs and solutions
of homeless persons and families. Assessment, intake and services are part of the integral processes at
street outreach, emergency shelters,food pantries, medical providers,transitional housing, and safe
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havens to understanding the housing needs of those experiencing or are at-risk of homelessness.
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
Helping homeless individuals and families transition to permanent housing and independent living,while
preventing recidivism into homelessness, requires a multifaceted approach that addresses their
immediate needs as well as provides long-term support that includes:
• Emergency shelters with basic amenities
• Rapid re-housing programs for temporary assistance
• Supportive housing services tailored to specific needs
• Housing First approach prioritizing access to permanent housing
• Prevention and diversion programs to intervene before homelessness
• Collaboration among government agencies and non-profits
• Public awareness campaigns to reduce stigma
• Data collection and evaluation for informed decision-making
By implementing these strategies in a coordinated manner,the County can work towards the shared
goal of ending homelessness and ensuring that all individuals and families have access to safe, stable
housing and the support they need to thrive.
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.
By having a strong networking system amongst the government agencies, non-profit community and
faith based organizations, health care providers, health care providers,foster care providers,youth and
correction facilities and community advocates is key to understanding and addressing the needs
of those experiencing or at-risk of homelessness.
To help low-income individuals and families avoid homelessness,especially those being discharged from
institutions or receiving assistance from various agencies,a targeted approach is necessary. Here's a
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plan to address these specific needs:
• Collaborate with institutions for pre-discharge planning
• Expand rental assistance for extremely low-income individuals
• Provide housing stability services like mediation and financial coaching
• Foster cross-agency collaboration
• Conduct outreach and education within institutions
• Develop protocols for data sharing and coordination
Discussion
Providing essential services, housing resources and urgent care to unsheltered homeless individuals and
families living on the streets,the funded homeless organizations provide direct services to meet the
immediate needs of people living on the street to stabilize and engage them in services as a path toward
accessing permanent housing.Street outreach services include engagement that provides immediate
support and links to other support networks and may include addressing immediate needs (food,
clothing,toiletries,etc); assessment and case management to understand client barriers and identify
housing options;emergency physical and mental health services; and services for special populations
including homeless youth,victim services and services for people living with HIV/AIDS.
In 2024,through local funding,the County anticipates that the number of street medicine and outreach
events will increase. In addition,-the Emergency Solutions Grant,which has been managed for many
years by the State of Hawaii,will be allocated directly to the County for management. This change will
provide an opportunity for the Counties to use the funding to leverage other available funding that will
lead to increased connectivity to permanent housing.
Emergency and Transitional Housing:
The County has adopted the Housing First approach that prioritizes providing permanent housing to
people experiencing homelessness,thus ending their homelessness and serving as a platform from
which they can pursue personal goals and improve their quality of life. This approach is guided by the
belief that people need basic necessities like food and a place to live before attending to less critical,
such as getting a job, budgeting properly, or attending to substance abuse issues. While emergency and
transitional housing is critical in addressing the immediate need of an individual or family—reducing the
number of stays is a priority.
Homeless Prevention:
Homeless prevention involves a comprehensive strategy aimed at addressing the root causes of
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homelessness and providing support to individuals and families at risk of losing their housing. It includes:
• Early intervention through proactive outreach and assessments
• Financial assistance including,rental subsidies and emergency funds
• Housing support services such as counseling and life skills training
• Prevention programs addressing root causes like unemployment and domestic violence
• Collaboration among agencies and organizations for integrated services
• Public education campaigns to raise awareness
• Data collection for monitoring and evaluation
Rapid Re-Housing:
Rapid rehousing is a housing intervention strategy aimed at quickly moving individuals and families
experiencing homelessness into permanent housing and may include:
• Short-term rental subsidies cover housing costs for up to 12 months
• Case management services assist with stabilization and access to resources
• Emphasizes direct placement into permanent housing over transitional programs
• Client-centered approach tailored to individual needs and preferences
• Aims to prevent homelessness recurrence by addressing underlying factors
• Focuses on long-term housing stability and self-sufficiency
Homeless Management Information System:
The local and state data information is managed through its Homeless Management Information System
(HMIS), a technology system used to collect client-level data and data on the provision of housing and
services to homeless individuals and families. Ka Mana o Na Helu (KMNH) is the organization funded by
federal and state funds to manage the HMIS for the Counties of Hawaii, Maui and Kauai.
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AP-75 Barriers to affordable housing—91.220(j)
Introduction:
The current SMS Housing Planning Study has identified major barriers affecting the production of
affordable housing in the State of Hawaii.The impediments to create affordable housing affects not only
the State, but all four Counties as well. They have been identified as the lack of available developable
land, lack of major off-site infrastructure, high cost of construction,government regulations,community
opposition and environmental concerns. _
The County developed a strategic roadmap for housing development with the goal to expand the
availability and affordability of housing in Hawaii County. Strategies include a comprehensive review
and update of Hawaii County's inclusionary zoning code, Chapter 11 to ensure the inclusionary policy is
working as effectively as possible while avoiding possible unintended impacts or constraints on the
production of market rate housing. It is also evaluating changes to the Zoning Code, Chapter 25 to
streamline approval processes and provide flexibility for innovative housing concepts and density
bonuses. Additional strategies include pursuing the use of County and State-owned lands for affordable
housing and the establishment of an affordable housing fund.
In June 2022,the County of Hawaii established an Affordable Housing Production program which
appropriates at least$5,000,000.00 per year for affordable housing production.Since its inception,
$18,000,000 has been appropriated and awarded to increase,support and sustain affordable housing
production in Hawaii County.
In March 2022,the County of Hawaii established a Homelessness and Housing Fund which appropriates
seventy-five percent(75%) of tier two property tax revenues for the next five fiscal years toward
addressing homelessness and housing. For fiscal year 2023-24,$11,100,000 has been appropriated to
this fund.
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
In an effort to address the state's affordable housing crisis,on July 17, 2023, Governor Josh Green issued
an emergency proclamation (EP) recognizing the ongoing emergency due to the lack of affordable
housing in Hawaii,which poses a threat to the health,safety, and welfare of the people. It has since
been revised and extended numerous times and the Fifth Proclamation effective February 20, 2024 to
April 20,2024 waives a number of state and county fees,while requiring developers to produce 60%of
their units at or below 140%of the AMI.These fee waivers help to offset rising interest rates and
increased building costs due to inflation and supply chain issues. Past EPs focused on urging state and
county agencies to prioritize the review and approval of housing-related permits and explore innovative
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housing development approaches and suspending several laws and regulations to facilitate the
construction, repair, renovation, and occupancy of affordable housing and related infrastructure
projects to expedite the process and provide emergency relief.
The County will undertake the following to try to reduce the negative effects of housing barriers and
impediments to affordable housing.
• Coordinate landlord forums and incentive programs to promote the benefits of its rental
assistance program.
• Work with Real Property Tax Division to inform landlords about the Affordable Rental Housing
• Program tax incentives.
• Educate the community on tenant/landlord roles and responsibilities under the Fair Housing
Act.
• Represent homeless needs to State Agencies to encourage mainstream resourcing to address
homelessness.
• Support authorized pre-emption, pursuant to Hawaii Revised Statutes 46-15 to assist in
expediting development of affordable housing projects.
• Maintain a housing website to increase housing and program information.
• Revise Hawaii County Code,Chapter 11 to promote development of affordable housing.
• Provide legislation to preserve affordable housing development and funding opportunities.
• Promote and amend the General Plan Land Use regulations to streamline housing.
• Review and update the County building code and recommend elimination or modification of
onerous codes that do not affect health and safety.
Discussion:
To build affordable homes for very low and low-income families in Hawaii is costly. The strengths of the
affordable housing delivery system in the county is derived from the many different entities striving
toward one common goal:to provide more affordable housing in Hawaii. State, Federal and County
agencies, private non-profits, private social service providers, private lenders and private for-profit
developers are doing their part to respond to the urgency of the lack of affordable housing in the
State. New programs and legislation are continually being established to form tax incentives, low-
interest interim financing, bond financing, rental subsidies and other creative development techniques
to provide affordable housing. Despite all of these efforts,the availability of affordable housing will not
be developed without continued federal, state and local funding and private and for-profit relationships.
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AP-85 Other Actions—91.220(k)
Introduction:
Listed below are the actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs,foster and
maintain affordable housing, reduce lead-based paint hazards, reduce the number of poverty-level
families,develop institutional structure,and enhance coordination between public and private housing
and social service agencies.
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs
One of the obstacles to meeting underserved needs is the production of affordable housing. The major
obstacles are.the lack of financial resources and the lack of infrastructure. The County hopes to leverage
other sources of funds(i.e Federal, USDA,State, County and Private) by providing federal funds to
subsidize and support the cost of building affordable housing. Another obstacle is the cost burden that
the extremely low and very-low income households have to endure for housing in the County. Other
obstacles include the lack of rental units,throughout the County,for extremely low and very low-
income households. The County plans to work with management agencies, provide incentives and •
educate landlords about the Housing Choice Voucher(Section 8) Program and the HOME—Tenant
Based Rental Assistance(TBRA) Program.
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing
The County of Hawaii plans to foster and maintain affordable housing for County residents by investing
CDBG, HOME, and HTF funds in multiple housing projects during the 2020-2024 Consolidated Program
years. High priority affordable housing program strategies will include Rental Rehabilitation, New
Construction of Rental Units, Homeowner Repair, Acquisition of affordable units for the chronic
homeless,Construction of for-sale affordable homes, renovations to domestic abuse shelters and special
needs housing and facilities, and improvements to emergency shelters and transitional housing.The
County plans to utilize the new funding sources for Affordable Housing Production and Homelessness
and Housing to increase and maintain its inventory of affordable housing.
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards
Hawaii County has two programs that considers the hazards of lead-based paint poisoning. One,the
Residential Repair Program, requires that lead based paint risk assessments be conducted for homes
built before 1978. If a dwelling is determined to contain lead, mitigation measures are taken to address
the lead that is present. When the lead-based paint concerns are corrected,the unit becomes available
for lead free safe occupancy,thereby, increasing access to housing without lead based paint poisoning
hazards.
The other program is the County's Housing Choice Voucher(Section 8) Rental Assistance Payments
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Program and HOME—TBRA,which prohibits rental subsidy for any unit that is built before 1978 if there
is a family member under the age of 6 and the unit contains peeling paint.Other action/plans are to
distribute pamphlets to applicants on lead hazards and continue to test homes that were found to have
lead paint.
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families
According to the current Census, 14.8%of the people in Hawaii County are below the poverty level. This
is above the State's poverty level of 11.2%and is contributed by such factors as education, language and
employment in the County. The County is administering the National Housing Trust Fund (HTF)that
targets extremely low-income households. The HTF can be used to acquire,construct or rehabilitate
rental housing and rent to extremely low-income households. In rural areas the HTF law considers
households with income below poverty line as extremely low income. Administering the HTF will assist
the county in reducing the number of poverty-level families.
Actions planned to develop institutional structure
The County continues to participate in CDBG/HOME/HTF Quarterly Coordinators' Meetings which
coordinates State-wide activities and performances measures;State-wide Continuum of Care group
which meets every other month to collaborate on homeless issues;the Inter-Agency Council on
Homelessness which meets every other month to.enable better access to mainstream programs and to
end chronic homelessness; HOME State Recipient Group which meets periodically to coordinate HOME
program and projects; quarterly meetings with Fair Housing Officers from the State and other Counties
and State-wide Housing Directors which meets monthly to collaborate on housing issues.
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social
service agencies
The County continues to enhance and broaden its coordination between public and private housing and
social services agencies by expanding its social media presence, expanding its email list for newsletters,
and updating its website to notify interested citizens and organizations of upcoming events,funding,
and on and off-site training. -
Discussion:
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Program Specific Requirements
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements—91.220(I)(1,2,4)
Introduction:
- Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG), Reference 24 CFR 91.220(I)(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.
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(I)(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 100,000
2.The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be used during the
year to address the priority needs and specific objectives identified in the grantee's
strategic plan. 0
3.The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 0
4.The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the planned use
has not been included in a prior statement or plan 0
5.The amount of income from float-funded activities 0
Total Program Income: 100,000
Other CDBG Requirements
1.The amount of urgent need activities 0
2.The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that
benefit persons of low and moderate income.Overall Benefit-A consecutive period.
of one,two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall
benefit of 70%of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate
income.Specify the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 100.00%
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HOME Investment Partnership Program (HOME)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(I)(2)
1. A description of other forms of investment being used beyond those identified in Section 92.205 is
as follows:
The County does not use any other forms of investment except those listed in Section 92.205.
2. A description of the guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HOME funds when used
for homebuyer activities as required in 92.254, is as follows:
The County of Hawaii will recapture the total amount of HOME funds expended for a project when
the recipient fails to comply with the terms of its agreement with the County,or refuses to accept
conditions imposed by the County, HHFDC, or HUD,when the recipient sells or otherwise transfers
any real or personal property purchased or constructed with the HOME funds within the applicable
period of affordability and when the recipient ceases to use the property constructed, rehabilitated
and/or renovated with HOME funds for the applicable period of affordability,following the issuance
of final payment for the project by the County.
3. A description of the guidelines for resale or recapture that ensures the affordability of units acquired
with HOME funds?See 24 CFR 92.254(a)(4) are as follows:
The County of Hawaii requires each recipient or beneficiary to maintain all affordability
requirements through the execution of deed restrictions and lien recordation, or through the filing
of restrictive covenants running with the land.
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:
Please defer to the State of Hawaii Consolidated Plan.
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(I)(2)(vii)).
N/A
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(I)(2)(vii)).
N/A
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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(I)(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).
- N/A
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Housing Trust Fund (HTF)
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(I)(5)
1. Distribution of Funds
a. Describe the eligibility requirements for recipients of HTF funds(as defined in 24 CFR§93.2).
Please refer to Section V.—"Eligible Recipients" of the HTF Allocation Plan.
b. Describe the jurisdiction's application requirements for eligible recipients to apply for HTF funds.
As a State designated HTF subgrantee, Hawaii County will manage and administer the use HTF funds to
increase and preserve the supply of decent,safe and sanitary affordable housing to develop and
preserve affordable rental housing to primarily serve households with incomes at or below 30%of the
area median income.
Please refer to Section VII.—"Application and Award Process" of the HTF Allocation Plan.
c. Describe the selection criteria that the jurisdiction will use to select applications submitted by eligible
recipients.
Hawaii County will review and rate all project proposals in accordance with the State's Selection
Criteria. In addition, all project proposals will be reviewed using Hawaii County's Selection Criteria,
which considers additional factors.
Please refer to Section VIII.—"Selection Criteria" of the HTF Allocation Plan.
d. Describe the jurisdiction's required priority for funding based on geographic distribution,which is a
description of the geographic areas of the State(including areas of low-income and minority
concentration) in which it will direct assistance during the ensuing program year.
HTF received by the County will be used to fund eligible projects to increase and preserve the supply of
decent,safe and sanitary affordable housing to primarily serve households with incomes at or below
30%of the area median income in Hawaii County.
e. Describe the jurisdiction's required priority for funding based on the applicant's ability to obligate HTF
funds and undertake eligible activities in a timely manner.
Criteria used to evaluate the applicants'ability to obligate HTF funds and successfully undertake eligible
activities in a timely manner includes performance goals and benchmarks, past performance and timely
expenditure requirements,previous experience in successfully implementing projects utilizing federal
funds.
Please refer to Section VIII.—"Selection Criteria" of the HTF Allocation Plan.
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f. Describe the jurisdiction's required priority for funding based on the extent to which rents for units in
the rental project are affordable to extremely low-income families.
A requirement of the award HTF funds are for new construction of affordable rental housing units
specifically targeting the extremely low households whose income is at or below 30%of the median
area income for the duration of at least 30 years.
g. Describe the jurisdiction's required priority for funding based on the financial feasibility of the project
beyond the required 30-year period.
The County requires that a Declaration of Restrictive Covenants be recorded enforce all of the HTF
program requirements including the 30-year affordability period stipulation.
Please refer to Section VIII.—"Selection Criteria" of the HTF Allocation Plan.
h. Describe the jurisdiction's required priority for funding based on the merits of the application in
meeting the priority housing needs of the jurisdiction (such as housing that is accessible to transit or
employment centers, housing that includes green building and sustainable development features, or
housing that serves special needs populations).
The criteria that applications for HTF funds are reviewed, ranked and rated includes location and
amenities critical to meet the needs of extreme-low and low-and moderate-income households. Such
amenities include reliable access to public transportation,government services, medical and other
emergency services.
i. Describe the jurisdiction's required priority for funding based on the location of existing affordable
housing.
The County considers all suitable areas throughout the County other than locations of existing
affordable housing.
j. Describe the jurisdiction's required priority for funding based on the extent to which the application
makes use of non-federal funding sources.
There is greater consideration for projects that utilizes other sources of funding including non-federal
funding that has been secured and firm commitments have been received.
2. Does the jurisdiction's application require the applicant to include a description of the eligible
activities to be conducted with HTF funds?
Yes
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3. Does the jurisdiction's application require that each eligible recipient certify that housing units assisted
with HTF funds will comply with HTF requirements?
Yes
4. Performance Goals and Benchmarks. The jurisdiction has met the requirement to provide for
performance goals,consistent with the jurisdiction's goals established under 24 CFR 91.215(b)(2), by
including HTF in its housing goals in the housing table on the SP-45 Goals and AP-20 Annual Goals and
Objectives screens.
Yes
5. Rehabilitation Standards. The jurisdiction must establish rehabilitation standards for all HTF-assisted
housing rehabilitation activities that set forth the requirements that the housing must meet upon project
completion.The jurisdiction's description of its standards must be in sufficient detail to determine the
required rehabilitation work including methods and materials. The standards may refer to applicable
codes or they may establish requirements that exceed the minimum requirements of the codes. The
jurisdiction must attach its rehabilitation standards below. If the jurisdiction will not use HTF funds for
the rehabilitation of housing,enter"N/A".
In addition,the rehabilitation standards must address each of the following: health and safety; major
systems; lead-based paint;accessibility; disaster mitigation(where relevant); state and local codes,
ordinances,and zoning requirements; Uniform Physical Condition Standards;Capital Needs Assessments
(if applicable); and broadband infrastructure(if applicable).
N/A
6. Resale or Recapture Guidelines. Below,the jurisdiction must enter(or attach)a description of the
guidelines that will be used for resale or recapture of HTF funds when used to assist first-time
homebuyers. If the jurisdiction will not use HTF funds to assist first-time homebuyers, enter"N/A".
N/A
7. HTF Affordable Homeownership Limits. If the jurisdiction intends to use HTF funds for homebuyer
assistance and does not use the HTF affordable homeownership limits for the area provided by HUD, it
must determine 95 percent of the median area purchase price and set forth the information in
accordance with §93.305. If the jurisdiction will not use HTF funds to assist first-time homebuyers, enter
"N/A".
N/A
8. Limited Beneficiaries or Preferences. Describe how the jurisdiction will limit the beneficiaries or give
preferences to a particular segment of the extremely low-or very low-income population to serve
unmet needs identified in its consolidated plan or annual action plan: If the jurisdiction will not limit the
beneficiaries or give preferences to a particular segment of the extremely low-or very low-income
population,enter"N/A."
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Any limitation or preference must not violate nondiscrimination requirements in § 93.350,and the
jurisdiction must not limit or give preferences to students. The jurisdiction may permit rental housing
owners to limit tenants or give a preference in accordance with § 93.303 only if such limitation or
preference is described in the action plan.
N/A
9. Refinancing of Existing Debt. Enter or attach the jurisdiction's refinancing-guidelines below. The
guidelines describe the conditions under which the jurisdiction will refinance existing rental housing
project debt. The jurisdiction's refinancing guidelines must,at minimum, demonstrate that
rehabilitation is the primary eligible activity and ensure that this requirement is met by establishing a
minimum level of rehabilitation per unit or a required ratio between rehabilitation and refinancing. If
the jurisdiction will not refinance existing debt;enter"N/A."
N/A
Discussion:
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COUNTY OF HAWArI
ACTION PLAN CDBG PROJECTS
"', -, FOR PROGRAM YEAR 2024
North Kohala
Hale Ohana Domestic Abuse I cr 216
Shelter Renovations& \` I ,
Security Improvements \ Honokaa-Kuk. le HCEOC-Accessibility&
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Food Equipment
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164 CT 215.02 -�'i �� iAinaloa Wilder House
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