2023 CDBG OPPORTUNITES

Architectural Barrier Removal (ABR)

The Architectural Barrier Removal (ABR) Grant was created to help increase accessibility to essential goods and services in communities downtown and main street districts. This will give both public and private buildings the opportunity to meet compliance and regulatory mandates. Funding amounts include a maximum award of $50,000 per individual Building or $250,000 for a city-wide project. 25% Matching Funds is required. 

National Objective: Applicants must document that the proposed activity complies with a national objective. 

1) Benefit to low- and moderate-income persons:

a) Area Benefit: The beneficiary must be a governmental or a for-profit business that provides essential goods and services to LMI residents within the defined service area that is at least 51 percent LMI. Essential goods are tangible items sold to customers, while services are tasks performed for the benefit of the recipients. 

b) Limited Clientele: i) Businesses that don’t provide essential goods or services must meet the LMC National Objective. ii) This activity will provide a benefit to a specific group of persons, specifically the elderly or adults meeting the Bureau of Census’ Current Population Reports definition of “severely disabled”. 

Eligible Use of Funds: 1) Removal of architectural barriers that restrict the accessibility or mobility of elderly or handicapped persons (including: cost for and installation of automatic doors, ramps, and chair lifts) 2) Architectural design 3) Administration. 

Community Facilities and Services

CDBG funds will be utilized towards eligible Community Facilities and Services grant projects within two targeted categories:

• Community Centers, Libraries and      Parks- Up to $3 Million Dollars
• Sidewalks and Trails- Up to $1      Million Dollars

The funding ceiling for a Community Facilities and Services grant will be $2,000 per beneficiary capped off at the criteria below. Funding amounts are determined by beneficiaries with max award of $600,000 for populations of 5,000 or less. Funding ceiling is calculated at $2,000 per beneficiary up to the maximum based on population. A 25% local match is required. 

Non-Profit Child Care and Education Facilities

The Non-Profit Child Care and Education Facilities Grant will address the childcare shortage in the State of Kansas. The grants will allow for construction of new buildings or renovations of existing buildings, acquisition, engineering or architectural fees, and administration of the grant funds. Funding amounts are determined by beneficiaries with max award of $600,000 for populations of 5,000 or less. A 25% local match is required.

Eligible Use of Funds 1. Construction of a new building, or renovations of an existing building to be utilized to house Non-Profit Child Care and Education Facilities. Funding operation of the non-profit childcare facilities is not an eligible activity for 2023. 2. Acquisition - URA (Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, as amended) must be followed. 3. Administration of grant funds only 4. Engineering/Architectural fees. 

Youth Job Training Opportunity Grant

The Youth Job Training Opportunity Grant is designed to address the “at risk” youth population by encouraging young people by promoting self-sufficiency, independence, and job training in a particular field or skill. The grant will allow for screening and skills assessments, training and certification of participants, training and instructional materials, and grant administration. Funding amounts include a maximum award of $100,000. A 25% local match is required. Public Service Employment Training is the priority activity. Eligible Use of Funds 1. Screening and skills assessment of participants. 2. Training, instruction, and certification of participants. 3. Software and instructional materials for training and educational purposes. All purchased materials and supplies will need to be acquired through proper procurement procedures as defined by KDC. 4. Tuition, books, supplies, and other materials necessary for participants to complete their training, 5. Administration.

The above applications will be accepted until February 1, 2023 with grant award announcements in March of 2023. Any questions can be directed to Corina Cox or Justine Benoit at 785 421-2151.

2023 Other Application Periods

• Regional      Water Planning Grant: applications accepted through      December 2023
• Housing      Rehabilitation:      application accepted through December 2023
• Economic      Development:      applications accepted through December 2023
• Commercial      Rehabilitation:      applications accepted through December 2023
• Urgent      Need:      applications accepted year-round on an as-needed basis through December      2023

                                               Grant Opportunity

  Applications are open and due by September 30, 2022.pportunity for a Rural Champion. This pilot program intends to fund 12 communities. If awarded this grant can help fund a 20 hour a week temporary employee to provide support needed to fill the gap in driving successes throughout Kansas communities. Grant award is $20,000 and requires a 25% match which can include supplies, etc.

                  Applications are open and due by September 30, 2022.

More Information: https://kansascommerce.gov/orp/ruralchampions/           

                  KANSAS HOUSING RESOURCES CORPORATION

MODERATE INCOME HOUSING (MIH) DEADLINES/REQUIREMENTS

DEADLINE: September 30, 2022 5:00 p.m. online

Applications must be RECEIVED by KHRC by this date

·                      Approximate Award Date – November 2022

· $5M available State-wide (May be ARPA or MIH funds); 

Maximum amount $650,000 per awardee

· Eligible Activities: (1) actual housing development, including acquisition of real property, new construction, modular or manufactured housing and/or rehabilitation of existing housing, or (2) infrastructure in combination with actual housing development. For new construction, state requirement KSA58-Article 14 applies. 

· Project completion is typically 12 months (can be longer)

· MIH income requirements (attached)

· No Public Hearing Requirement

· NWKP&DC fee to package application $2,000

ITEMS NEEDED BY AUGUST 26, 2022:

Completed HAT, Housing Needs Analysis, or Market Study

Description of Project and Scope of Work (details of project - rentals or homeownership)

Cost Estimate of all Project Activities

Drawings of proposed units

Documentation of Site Control

Zoning Documentation

Documentation of Leveraged Funding. Clarify if there will be any in-kind labor and services. 

Completed Capacity Statement Describe capacity of applicant to administer the funds, as well as address the capacity of any partner or contractor that will be utilized. Applicant must include a resolution from the applicant’s governing body giving applicant the authority to apply for and participate in this RFP.

Resume/Prospectus/Biography of each Team Member

Timeline of Project

Photographs, if applicable (site photos)

Project Location Map

ITEMS NEEDED BY SEPTEMBER 9, 2022:

Budget – Sources/Uses and Completed Proforma

List of available Housing in Community 

Letters of Support (City/County, Realtors, Schools, Community, Employers, etc.) Make sure they are aware of the scope of work and no form letters.

Information regarding Job Creation 

List of Employers in area, # of employees, Open Positions?

What are the unmet housing needs? What are the problems?

What is the future/expanded housing needs? Will the proposed housing meet the proposed wages of new or expanding businesses concerning housing affordability?

How does project provide a solution to the workforce needs in the community?

Signed Energy and Accessibility Certification (example attached)

Information for Project Narratives

Executive Summary

Housing Needs - See Attachment B

Rural Housing Incentive District (optional) 

Housing Needs Analysis submitted to Department of Commerce 

City/County Resolution

Redevelopment Plan submitted to Department of Commerce

Secretary of Commerce approval

Other/General - Agree to implement a recapture provision, agree to compliance monitoring/reporting requirements, including monthly status reports. 

Questions can be directed to Corina Cox or Justine Benoit, NWKP&DC (785) 421-2151                        

CDBG 3rd Thursday Notes 7/21/22

Application workshop will be September 21, 2022 in McPherson, Kansas – Mark your calendars!

Deadlines for CF and W/S (with consent orders) will be February 1, 2023. Housing, DTCR and Urgent Need are open rounds.

Maximum Funding Amounts/Criteria

Regional Water - $1,000,000 – Must have two entities to combine to one system. Start with feasibility study – can apply for $12,500. Complete the study within one year. Open round

Water/Sewer (with consent order) $2,000,000 – Eligible applicants listed below will be sent an RFQ within the next few weeks. They will have until October 1 to respond. Those communities with feasible projects will be notified by November 15 to arrange attending a KIAC meeting. After KIAC, if the project continues to be feasible, community will be given a full application that is due February 1, 2022.

CDBG obtained list of communities with consent orders from KDHE. The list is as follows: 

· Sewer – Miami County and Herndon

· Water – Lucas, Palco, Bunker Hill, Burr Oak, Copeland, Bushton, Reno County and Waterville

Community Facilities

· Child Care Centers - $3,000,000 – must be for a non-profit in good standing with the Secretary of State. Eligible projects include new construction of a building, renovation of an existing building and architectural costs. Operating funds are not eligible. 51% of the beneficiaries must be LMI at the time of the service at the facility. Cannot be for an at home daycare. 

· Trails/Sidewalks - $1,000,000 – Focus is on providing access from LMI neighborhoods to essential services.

· Community/Recreation Centers, Libraries and Parks $3,000,000 – Swimming pools are eligible. 

Youth Job Training - $500,000 – Priority in this category will be for self-sufficiency projects – resume, job coaching, job training, etc. Local data must prove there is a need for employment. 

Removal of ADA Barriers - $500,000 – The focus of the program will be on accessible entrances of businesses. Eligible items include doors, ramps, chairlifts, widening, and architectural costs. A community can apply for one or more buildings but is limited to $50,000 per building. 

Housing - $2,000,000 – Open round 

Downtown Commercial Rehabilitation $1,500,000 – Open round

Urgent Need - $100,000 – Open as needed

Note: There was no discussion concerning CV4 (Covid relief funds for minority/women owned businesses).

It is imperative that all potential applicants get started with application preparation as soon as possible. If you have a proposed application, please contact Corina Cox or Justine Benoit at (785) 421-2151. If you have already discussed a potential application with staff, please give us a call or email (nwkpdc@ruraltel.net) to confirm your plans and make sure you are on our list. Thank you!

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                                                      CDBG UPDATE:

The Kansas Dept. of Commerce CDBG program will have Four catagories this year....   All other categories will be paused. 

1.) Early Childhood Centers, 

Non-profit - Can involve a school district,

Must address KDHE licensing requirements

Must be LMI at time of service – self certification form 

$3M available 

2.)   Community Recreation Centers, Parks and Libraries 

Splash pads are eligible.   •

Sidewalks and Trails 

LMI applies. 

Trails cannot be for just recreation 

$3M available. 

3.)   Removal of ADA barriers.  

Limited clientele applies and not limited to number of persons benefiting. 

For for-profit businesses and govt entities 

$1M available 

4.)   Water/Sewer -  Regional water planning grants will be funded at $1M instead of $2M.  

Focused funding will be provided for water projects that have consent orders only.  

They are concerned about dangerous conditions such as Nitrates.  

      KIAC will be restarted for eligible applicants after they discuss this with their funding partners.    Commercial Rehabilitation $1.5M total – slum and blight and job creation only.  ADA moved to CF category.  Housing Will go to an open round beginning in January.  HIAC meetings remaining are 7/20, 9/14, and 11/16.    

      CV4  $2M available – will be for Minority and Women owned firms only as they faced more barriers.  

Job Training New category added for all job training – not just for the arts.