Exceptional Quality of Life

Community Development Funding

Community Relations

Metric Definition

The annual percentage of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds expended by the City for activities that benefit low-to-moderate income (LMI) persons.

Target Definition

The “Target” is 90 percent or greater of the HUD LMI benefit test annually; “Close to Target” is 70% or greater, which is the HUD standard; anything less “Needs Improvement."

Organizational Effect

The Community Relations Department coordinates closely with citizens, local government officials, community agencies, and HUD to develop a viable community through decent, safe, affordable housing, suitable living environments, access to essential services, and expanded economic opportunities for LMI persons.

Target Data

HUD defines the target as not less than 70% of CDBG funds (excluding funds used by the City for program administration or for planning) be expended to benefit LMI persons.

Significance

Low-to-moderate income citizens have access to increased affordable housing, suitable living environments, expanded economic opportunities, and essential services.

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