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HomeMy WebLinkAboutAgenda Report - October 1, 2008 K-01AGENDA ITEM V%Awl ift CITY OF LODI COUNCIL COMMUNICATION AGENDA TITLE: Adopt Resolution Establishing Guidelines for the Residential Paint Up/Fix Up Program MEETING DATE: October 1,2008 PREPARED B Y Community Development Department RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution establishing guidelines for a Residential Paint Up/ Fix Up Program. BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Redevelopment agencies are mandated to set aside 20 percent of their tax increment revenue into a housing fund for programs and projects that increase, improve, and preserve the supply of low- and moderate -income housing within their communities. Staff has researched and prepared guidelines for the first such program, a Paint Up/Fix Up Grant Programthat would be implemented, subsequenttoCounciilRedeveiopment Agency approval, in the 2009-10 fiscal year. Those preliminary draft Program Guidelines were introduced to the City Council at the August 26"' Shirtsleeve Session. The eligibility requirements and the general provisions of how the program would operate are based upon criteria culled from a number of similar programs that have been successful in jurisdictions throughout California, as well as those comments and suggestions that were receivedfrom the Council. As a result, eligibility for this program will be limited to just those homeownerswhose propertiesare located within the Lodi Community Improvement Project Area. At a future date, staff will report to the Council/RDA how Program funds were used and, if the Council/RDA desires, adjust eligibility requirements. Program Guidelines Section 1. Proqram Description This Residential Paint Up/Fix Up Program provides grants of up to $10,000 to low- to moderate -income seniors, handicapped persons and families who own and occupy their homes and need financial assistance to make minor exterior repairs and improvements. Section 2. Eligibility Income eligibility requirementsare based upon both family size and total annual household incomefor very low-, low-, median-, and moderate -income households (Income limits are attached as ExhibitA). APPROVED: / City Manager PaintUp/Fix Up Program Guidelines October 1,2008 Page Two Applicants who qualify under the very low-income category are not required to contribute any matching funds to participate in the grant program. All other income categories are required to provide a 20 - percent match. Eligible properties are any owner -occupied, single-family residence, duplex (half-plex, where both halves are owner -occupied), or mobile home where there is a legitimate need for improvements within the project area. Section 3. Ellgible Improvements The Program covers the following exterior property improvements, with the understanding that Building Code/Housing Code compliance and safety repairs will have a priority over other improvements. Prep and paint the exterior and trim of the dwelling; Minor exterior repair to stucco and repair/replacement of minor damage to wood siding; Replacement of windows and window frames; • Replacement of exterior doors, door hardware and deadbolts. including garage doors; Repair/replacement of roofs (40-yearwarrantyminimum); Installation of ramps and handrails for handicapped; Installation of new fencing within the front yard setback; Landscaping improvements such as sod, tree plantings and irrigation systems (automatic watering systems required); • Driveway/walkway replacement. Section 4. Application Requirements Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants must provide the following documentation for all persons on title and anyone over the age of 18 who resides within the dwelling: Proof of income in the form of two months pay stubs; Proof of ownership in the form of a grant deed, a deed of trust, or propertytax bill; • Social Security Card; Most recent Federal and State tax returnswith W-2 form(s); The City will reserve the right to require additional documentation as necessaryto verify total household income, such as a Statement of Benefits from the Social Security Administration, Child Support Order from the Court, etc. A copy of the proposed grant application for this program is attached as Exhibit B. Section 5. Program Procedures Subsequentto confirming the applicant's income eligibility, staff will physically inspect the property to determine the scope of eligible repairs. Applicants who meet all program criteria will be provided a Letter of Approval and a list of Program -approved contra ctorslvendors. Along with the Letter of Approval, applicants will receive a Notice to Contractors for the applicants to use when they obtain at leastthree estimates. PaintUp/Fix Up Program Guidelines October 1,2008 Page Three The Notice to Contractors provides instructions on what repairs have been approved and the acceptable format for estimate submittals. If the applicant chooses to seek estimates from his or her own contractors/vendors, he/she must provide at least one bid from a Program -approved contractor. If the applicant chooses to directly engage hislher own contractor/vendor, the applicant may use any contractor of hislher choice as long as the contractor holds the appropriate professional licenses, appropriate insurance coverage/bonding and a City Business License. Any contractor that is not on the Program -approved list will need to be approved by Program staff prior to receiving authorization to proceed. Regardless of whether the applicant agrees to proceed with a Program-approvedvendor/contractor or his/her own, the City will pay the vendor/contractor directly for all approved work once the work has been completed, inspected and approved. The applicantwill not have any financial responsibility other than the amount needed to meet any match requirements. The applicant will need to provide those matching funds prior to engaging the vendor/contractor. Under either contractor selection method, payment shall not be made for substandard work or materials. Final payment will not be made until after Program staff approves the work performed and the applicant signs an Acceptance and Approval of Completed Work. Section 6. Approval of Program Legal Documents All Program legal documents shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney prior to their use. Section 7. Authority to Administer The preparation and use of all required Program procedure manuals, forms, documents and agreements shall be administered by the City Manageror his designees in accordance with these Program guidelines. FISCAL IMPACT N/A FUNDING AVAILABLE: 2009110 Redevelopment Housing Program Fund ftTaOt Bartlam Interim Community Development Director Attachments RESOLUTION NO. RDA2008-07 A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING PROGRAM GUIDELINES FOR A RESIDENTIAL PAINT UP/FIX UP PROGRAM WHEREAS, Redevelopment agencies are mandated to set aside 20 percent of their tax increment revenue into a housing fund for programs and projects that increase, improve, and preserve the supply of low- and moderate -income housing within their communities; and WHEREAS, Staff has researched and prepared guidelines for the first such program, a Paint Up/Fix Up Grant Program that would be implemented, subsequent to Council/Redevelopment Agency approval, in the 2009-10 fiscal year; and WHEREAS, eligibility for this program will be limited to just those homeowners whose properties are located within the Lodi Community Improvement Project Area. At a future date, staff will report to the Council/RDA how Program funds were used and, if the Council/RDA desires, adjust eligibility requirements; and WHEREAS, Program Guidelines are as follows: Section 1. Program Description This Residential Paint Up/Fix Up Program provides grants of up to $10,000 to low- to moderate -income seniors, handicapped persons, and families who own and occupy their homes and need financial assistance to make minor exterior repairs and improvements. Section 2. Eligibility Income eligibility requirements are based upon both family size and total annual household income for very low-, low-, median-, and moderate -income households (income limits are attached as Exhibit A). Applicants who qualify under the very low-income category are not required to contribute any matching funds to participate in the grant program. All other income categories are required to provide a 20 -percent match. Eligible properties are any owner -occupied, single-family residence, duplex (half- plex, where both halves are owner -occupied), or mobile home where there is a legitimate need for improvements within the project area. Section 3. Eligible Improvements The Program covers the following exterior property improvements, with the understanding that Building Code/Housing Code compliance and safety repairs will have a priority over other improvements. 1) Prep and paint the exterior and trim of the dwelling; 2) Minor exterior repair to stucco and repair/replacement of minor damage to wood siding; 3) Replacement of windows and window frames; 4) Replacement of exterior doors, door hardware, and deadbolts, including garage doors; 5) Repair/replacement of roofs (40 -year warranty minimum); 6) Installation of ramps and handrails for handicapped; 7) Installation of new fencing within the front yard setback; 8) Landscaping improvements such as sod, tree plantings, and irrigation systems (automatic watering systems required); 9) Driveway/walkway replacement. Section 4. Application Requirements Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis. Applicants must provide the following documentation for all persons on title and anyone over the age of 18 who resides within the dwelling: 1) Proof of income in the form of two months pay stubs; 2) Proof of ownership in the form of a grant deed, a deed of trust, or property tax bill; 3) Social Security Card; 4) Most recent Federal and State tax returns with W-2 form(s); 5) The City will reserve the right to require additional documentation as necessary to verify total household income, such as a Statement of Benefits from the Social Security Administration, Child Support Order from the Court, etc. A copy of the proposed grant application for this program is attached as Exhibit B. Section 5. Program Procedures Subsequent to confirming the applicant's income eligibility, staff will physically inspect the property to determine the scope of eligible repairs. Applicants who meet all program criteria will be provided a Letter of Approval and a list of Program -approved contractors/vendors. Along with the Letter of Approval, applicants will receive a Notice to Contractors for the applicants to use when they obtain at least three estimates. The Notice to Contractors provides instructions on what repairs have been approved and the acceptable format for estimate submittals. If the applicant chooses to seek estimates from his or her own contractors/vendors, he/she must provide at least one bid from a Program -approved contractor. If the applicant chooses to directly engage his/her own contractor/vendor, the applicant may use any contractor of his/her choice as long as the contractor holds the appropriate professional licenses, appropriate insurance coverage/bonding and a City Business License. Any contractor that is not on the Program -approved list will need to be approved by Program staff prior to receiving authorization to proceed. Regardless of whether the applicant agrees to proceed with a Program -approved vendor/contractor or his/her own, the City will pay the vendor/contractor directly for all approved work once the work has been completed, inspected, and approved. The applicant will not have any financial responsibility other than the amount needed to meet any match requirements. The applicant will need to provide those matching funds prior to engaging the vendor/contractor. Under either contractor selection method, payment shall not be made for substandard work or materials. Final payment will not be made until after Program staff approves the work performed and the applicant signs an Acceptance and Approval of Completed Work. Section 6. Approval of Program Legal Documents All Program legal documents shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney prior to their use. Section 7. Authority to Administer The preparation and use of all required Program procedure manuals, forms, documents, and agreements shall be administered by the City Manager or his designees in accordance with these Program guidelines. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Redevelopment Agency for the City of Lodi does hereby approve the Program Guidelines for a Residential Paint Up/Fix Up Program as outlined above. Dated: October 1, 2008 ------------------------------------------------------------------- ------------------------------------------------------------------- I hereby certify that Resolution No. RDA2008-07 was passed and adopted by the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held October 1, 2008, by the following vote: AYES: MEMBERS- NOES: EMBERS- NOES: MEMBERS- ABSENT: EMBERS- ABSENT: MEMBERS - F -11 ►, & 1 : C RDA2008-07 RANDI JOHL Secretary City of Lodi Redevelopment Agency CITY OF LODI REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PROGRAM GUIDELINES FOR THE RESIDENTIAL PAINT UP/FIX UP PROGRAM PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This Residential Paint Up/Fix Up Program provides grants of up to $10,000 to low- to moderate -income seniors, handicapped and families, who own and occupy their home and need financial assistance to make minor exterior repairs and improvements. ELIGIBILITY: Income eligibility requirements are based upon both family size and total annual household income for very low-, low-, median-, and moderate -income households (Income limits are attached as Exhibit A). Applicants who qualify under the very low-income category are not required to contribute any matching funds to participate in the grant program. All other income categories are required to provide a 20 -percent match. Eligible properties are any owner -occupied, single-family residence, duplex (half-plex, where both halves are owner -occupied), or mobile home where there is a legitimate need for improvements within the project area. ELIGIBLE IMPROVEMENTS: The Program covers the following exterior property improvements, with the understanding that Building Code/Housing Code compliance and safety repairs will have a priority over other improvements. • Prep and paint the exterior and trim of the dwelling; • Minor exterior repair to stucco and repair/replacement of minor damage to wood siding; • Replacement of windows and window frames; • Replacement of exterior doors, door hardware and deadbolts, including garage doors; • Repair/replacement of roofs (40 -year warranty minimum); • Installation of ramps and handrails for handicapped; • Installation of new fencing within the front yard setback; • Landscaping improvements such as sod, tree plantings and irrigation systems (automatic watering systems required); • Driveway/walkway replacement. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Applications are accepted on a first-come, first- served basis. Applicants must provide the following documentation for all persons on title and anyone over the age of 18 that resides within the dwelling: • Proof of income in the form of two (2) months pay stubs; • Proof of ownership in the form of a grant deed, a deed of trust, or property tax bill • Social Security Card; • Most recent Federal and State Tax Returns with W-2 form(s); • The City will reserve the right to require additional documentation as necessary to verify total household income, such as a Statement of Benefits from the Social Security Administration, Child Support Order from the Court, etc. A copy of the Grant Application for this program is attached as Exhibit B. PROGRAM PROCEDURES: Subsequent to confirming the applicant's income eligibility, staff will physically inspect the home/property to determine the scope of eligible repairs. Applicants who meet all program criteria will be provided a Letter of Approval and a list of Program -approved contractors/vendors. Along with the Letter of Approval, applicants will receive a Notice to Contractors to use when they obtain at least three estimates. The Notice to Contractors provides instructions on what repairs have been approved and the acceptable format for estimate submittals. If the applicant chooses to seek estimates from his or her own contractors/vendors, he or she must provide at least one bid from a Program -approved contractor. If the applicant chooses to directly engage his own contractor/vendor, the applicant may use any contractor of his choice as long as the contractor holds the appropriate professional licenses, appropriate insurance coverage/bonding and a City Business License. Any contractor that is not on the Program -approved list will need to be approved by Program staff prior to receiving authorization to proceed. Regardless of whether the applicant agrees to proceed with a Program -approved vendor/contractor or his own, the City will pay the vendor/contractor directly for all approved work once the work has been completed, inspected and approved. The applicant will not have any financial responsibility other than the amount needed to meet any match requirements. The applicant will need to provide those matching funds prior to engaging the vendor/contractor. Under either contractor selection method, payment shall not be made for substandard work or materials. Final payment will not be made until after Program staff approves the work performed and the applicant signs an Acceptance and Approval of Completed Work. APPROVAL OF PROGRAM LEGAL DOCUMENTS: All Program legal documents shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney prior to their use. AUTHORITY TO ADMINISTER: The preparation and use of all required Program procedure manuals, forms, documents and agreements shall be administered by the City Manager or his designees in accordance with these Program guidelines. September 9, 2008 Exhibit A Income Qualification Limits Source: State of California Housing and Community Development 2008 Income Levels Table A - Very Low Income 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons Table B - Low Income 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons Table C - Median Income 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons ■ �■ Table D - Moderate Income 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons Exhibit B Paint Up — Fix Up Grant Program Application SECTION 1 — APPLICANT INFORMATION Applicant Name: Last First M. 1. Applicant Address: Applicant Phone: Number Street Home Work SECTION 2 — INCOME INFORMATION List everyone in the family and others living with you and the current gross monthly income (before taxes) received by each. Include wages, social security, disability, retirement, child support, alimony, income from investments, etc. Total # of Residents at this Address: Total Gross Monthly Income: List all assets held by each person listed above: SECTION 3 - PROPERTY INFORMATION How long have you owned this property? How many bedrooms in the home? Proposed home improvements: ❑ Paint Exterior ❑ Siding/Stucco Repair ❑ Windows ❑ Doors ❑ Roof ❑ Ramps/Handrails ❑ Fencing ❑ Landscaping ❑ Driveway/Walkways ❑ Other: The City of Lodi will seek recovery of any funds paid under this program to any person whose application contained false or incomplete information. I certify under penalty of perjury that the above information is true and correct. Signature Date RESOLUTION NO. RDA2008-07 A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPROVING PROGRAM GUIDELINES FORA RESIDENTIAL PAINT UP/FIX UP PROGRAM WHEREAS, Redevelopment agencies are mandated to set aside 20 percent of their tax increment revenue into a housing fund for programs and projects that increase, improve, and preserve the supply of low- and moderate -income housing within their communities: and WHEREAS, staff has researched and prepared guidelines for the first such program, a Paint Up/Fix Up Grant Program that would be implemented, subsequent to Council/Redevelopment Agency approval, in the 2009-10 fiscal year; and WHEREAS, eligibility for this program will be limited to just those homeowners whose properties are located within the Lodi Community Improvement Project Area. At a future date, staff will report to the Council/RDA how Program funds were used and, if the Council/RDA desires, adjust eligibility requirements: and WHEREAS, Program Guidelines are as follows: tion 1. Proaram Description This Residential Paint Up/Fix Up Program provides grants of up to $10,000 to low- to moderate -income seniors, handicapped persons, and families who own and occupy their homes and need financial assistance to make minor exterior repairs and improvements. Section 2. Eliaibility Income eligibility requirementsare based upon both family size and total annual household income for very low-, low-, median-, and moderate -income households (income limits are attached as ExhibitA). Applicants who qualify under the very low-income category are not required to contribute any matching funds to participate in the grant program. All other income categories are requiredto provide a 20 -percent match. Eligible properties are any owner -occupied, single-family residence, duplex (half- plex, where both halves are owner -occupied), or mobile home where there is a legitimate need for improvements within the project area. Section 3. Eligible Improvements The Program covers the following exterior property improvements, with the understanding that Building Code/Housing Code compliance and safety repairswill have a priority over other improvements. 1Prep and paintthe exterior and trim of the dwelling; 2) Minor exterior repair to stucco and repair/replacement of minor damage to wood siding; 3) Replacement of windows and window frames: 4) Replacement of exterior doors, door hardware, and deadbolts, including garage doors; 5) Repair/replacement of roofs (40-yearwarrantyminimum); 6) Installationof ramps and handrailsfor handicapped; 7) Installationof newfencing within the front yard setback: 8) Landscaping improvements such as sod, tree plantings, and irrigation systems (automatic watering systems required); 9) Driveway/walkway replacement. Section 4. Application Requirements Applications will be accepted from July 1St through September 1" of each program year. Selection of applications for funding will be made by the Lodi Improvement Committee. Priority for funding will be given to very low and low-income families. Applicants must provide the following documentation for all persons on title and anyone over the age of 18who resides within the dwelling: 1) Proof of income in the form of two months pay stubs; 2) Proof of ownership in the form of a grant deed, a deed of trust, or propertytax bill; 3) Social Security Card: 4 Most recent Federal and State tax returnswith W-2 form(s); 5) The City will reserve the right to require additional documentation as necessary to verify total household income, such as a Statement of Benefits from the Social Security Administration, Child Support Order from the Court, etc. A copy of the proposed grant applicationfor this program is attached as Exhibit B. Section 5. Proaram Procedures Subsequent to confirming the applicant's income eligibility, staff will physically inspect the property to determine the scope of eligible repairs. Applicants who meet all program criteria will be provided a Letter of Approval and a list of Program -approved contractorslvendors. Along with the Letter of Approval, applicants will receive a Noticeto Contractors for the applicants to use when they obtain at leastthree estimates. The Notice to Contractors provides instructions on what repairs have been approved and the acceptable format for estimate submittals. If the applicant chooses to seek estimates from his or her own contractorslvendors, he/she must provide at least one bid from a Program -approved contractor. If the applicant chooses to directly engage his/her own contractor/vendor, the applicant may use any contractor of his/her choice as long as the contractor holds the appropriate professional licenses, appropriate insurance coverage/bonding and a City Business License. Any contractor that is not on the Program -approved list will need to be approved by Program staff prior to receiving authorization to proceed. Regardless of whether the applicant agrees to proceed with a Program -approved vendor/contractor or his/her own, the City will pay the vendor/contractor directly for all approved work once the work has been completed, inspected, and approved. The applicant will not have any financial responsibility other than the amount needed to meet any match requirements. The applicant will need to provide those matchingfunds prior to engagingthe vendor/contractor. Under either contractor selection method, payment shall not be made for substandard work or materials. Final payment will not be made until after Program staff approves the work performed and the applicant signs an Acceptance and Approval of Completed Work. Section 6. Approval of Proaram Leaal Documents All Program legal documents shall be approved as to form by the City Attorney priorto their use. tion 7. Authoritv to Administer The preparation and use of all required Program procedure manuals, forms, documents, and agreements shall be administered by the City Manager or his designees in accordance with these Program guidelines. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Redevelopment Agency for the City of Lodi does hereby approve the Program Guidelines for a Residential Paint Up/Fix Up Program as outlined above. Dated: October 1, 2008 hereby certify that Resolution No. RDA2008-07 was passed and adopted by the RedevelopmentAgency of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held October 1, 2008, by the following vote: AYES: MEMBERS — Hansen, Hitchcock, Johnson, and Katzakian NOES: MEMBERS— None ABSENT: MEMBERS — Mayor Mounce ABSTAIN: MEMBERS — None NNIFE .. PERRIN Assistant Secretary City of Lodi Redevelopment Agency RDA2008-07 CITY OF LODI REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PROGRAM GUIDELINES FOR THE RESIDENTIAL PAINT UP/FIX UP PROGRAM PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: This Residential Paint Up/Fix Up Program provides grants of up to $10,000 to low- to moderate -income seniors, handicapped and families, who own and occupy their home and need financial assistance to make minor exterior repairs and improvements. ELIGIBILITY: Income eligibility requirements are based upon both family size and total annual household income for very low-, low-, median-, and moderate -income households (Income limits are attached as ExhibitA). Applicants who qualify under the very low-income category are not required to contribute any matching funds to participate in the grant program. All other income categories are required to provide a 20 -percent match. Eligible properties are any owner -occupied, single-family residence, duplex (half-plex, where both halves are owner -occupied), or mobile home where there is a legitimate need for improvements within the project area. ELIGIBLE IMPROVEMENTS: The Program covers the following exterior property improvements, with the understanding that Building Code/Housing Code compliance and safety repairs will have a priority over other improvements. • Prep and paint the exterior and trim of the dwelling; • Minor exterior repair to stucco and repair/replacement of minor damage to wood siding; • Replacementof windows and window frames; • Replacement of exterior doors, door hardware and deadbolts, including garage doors; • Repair/replacement of roofs (40-yearwarrantyminimum); • Installation of ramps and handrails for handicapped; • Installation of new fencing within the front yard setback; • Landscaping improvements such as sod, tree plantings and irrigation systems (automatic watering systems required); • Driveway/walkway replacement. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Applications will be accepted from July 1"through September 1 st of each program year. Selection of applications for funding will be made by the Lodi Improvement Committee. Priority for funding will be given to very low and low-income families. Applicants must provide the following documentation for all persons on title and anyone over the age of 18 that resides within the dwelling: • Proof of income in the form of two (2) months pay stubs; • Proof of ownership in the form of a grant deed, a deed of trust, or propertytax bill • Social Security Card; • Most recent Federal and State Tax Returns with W-2 form(s); • The City will reserve the right to require additional documentation as necessary to verify total household income, such as a Statement of Benefits from the Social Security Administration, Child Support Orderfrom the Court, etc. A copy of the Grant Application for this program is attached as Exhibit B, PROGRAM PROCEDURES: Subsequent to confirming the applicant's income eligibility, staff will physically inspect the home/property to determine the scope of eligible repairs. Applicants who meet all program criteria will be provided a Letter of Approval and a list of Program-approvedcontractors/vendors. Along with the Letter of Approval, applicants will receive a Notice to Contractors to use when they obtain at least three estimates. The Notice to Contractors provides instructions on what repairs have been approved and the acceptable format for estimate submittals. If the applicant chooses to seek estimates from his or her own contractors/vendors, he or she must provide at least one bid from a Program -approved contractor. If the applicant chooses to directly engage his own contractor/vendor, the applicant may use any contractor of his choice as long as the contractor holds the appropriate professional licenses, appropriate insurance coverage/bonding and a City Business License. Any contractor that is not on the Program -approved list will need to be approved by Program staff priorto receiving authorization to proceed. Regardless of whether the applicant agrees to proceed with a Program -approved vendor/contractor or his own, the City will pay the vendor/contractor directly for all approved work once the work has been completed, inspected and approved. The applicantwill not have any financial responsibility other than the amount needed to meet any match requirements. The applicant will need to provide those matching funds prior to engaging the vendor/contractor. Under either contractor selection method, payment shall not be made for substandard work or materials. Final payment will not be made until after Program staff approves the work performed and the applicant signs an Acceptance and Approval of Completed Work. APPROVAL OF PROGRAM LEGAL DOCUMENTS: All Program legal documents shall be approved as to form by the CityAttorney prior to their use. AUTHORITY TO ADMINISTER: The preparation and use of all required Program procedure manuals, forms, documents and agreements shall be administered by the City Manager or his designees in accordancewith these Program guidelines. ExhibitA Income Qualification Limits Source: State of California Housing and Community Development2008 Income Levels TableA- very Low Income 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons Table 8 - Low Income I Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons Table C- Median Income 1 Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Persons 6 Persons 7 Persons 8 Persons Table D - Moderate Income I Person 2 Persons 3 Persons 4 Persons 5 Prsons 6 Persons 7Persons 8 Persons Exhibit B Paint Up — Fix Up Grant Program Application SECTION 1—APPLICANT INFORMATION Applicant Name: Last First M.t. Applicant Address: Number Street Applicant Phone: Home work SECTION 2 —INCOME INFORMATION List everyone in the family and others living with you and the current gross monthly income (before taxes) received by each. Indudewages, social security. disability. retirement. child support, alimony, income from investments, etc. Total # o f Residents at this Address: Total Gross Monthly Income: List all assets held by each person listed above: SECTION 3— PROPERTY INFORMATION How long have you owned this property? How many bedrooms in the home? Proposed home improvements: ❑ Paint Exterior ❑ Siding/Stucco Repair ❑ Windows ❑ Doors ❑ Roof ❑ Ramps/Handrails ❑ Fencing ❑ Landscaping ❑ DrivewaylWaikways ❑ Other: The City of Lodi will seek rewvery of any funds paid under this program to any person whose application contained false or incomplete information. I certify under penalty of perjury that the above information is true and correct. Signature Date Residential Paint Up —Fix Up Program Community Development Department October 1, 2008 Paint Up — Fix Up Program • Funded through Redevelopment Agency . 20% Housing Set-aside 4 Common tool of Redevelopment Agencies . Intended to provide immediate visual impact through the elimination of blight and increased neighborhood revitalization. Eligibility • Grants intended for very low- to moderate - income senior, handicapped and family households. . Owner -Occupied • Single-family residences; • Duplex/Half-plex residences; . Both halves are owner -occupied. * Mobile homes. . Within the Project Area Eligibility Income Eligibility . Example — Family of Four • Very Low Income • Low Income • Median Income • Moderate Income $30,650 $49,050 $61,300 $73,600 Eligibility • Eligible Repairs . Prep/Paint exterior and trim; . Minor exterior repair to stucco and repair/replacement of minor damage to wood siding; . Window replacement; . Door/Door hardware replacement, • Including garage doors; . Roof Repair/Replacement, • Requires 40 year warranty; Eligibility • Eligible Repairs . Installation of ramps & handrails for handicapped; . New fencing in front yard set -back; . Landscaping improvements such as sod, tree planting and irrigation systems, * Automatic watering systems required; . Driveway & walkway replacement. Eligibility • Must be a legitimate need for the repairs/improvements. • Building Code/Housing Code compliance and safety repairs will have priority over other improvements. Matching Requirements None required for Very Low Income Households. 20% Match for all others income levels. How the Program Works Applications received on first-come, first- served basis. Subsequent to confirming applicant's eligibility... . Inspect property . Confirm scope of repairs How the Program Works Applicants meeting all program criteria will receive... . Letter of Approval. . List of Program -approved contractors. . Notice to Contractors Provides format for contractors to follow when submitting bids. How the Program Works • Applicants who wish to use their own contractor... . Must provide at least one bid from Program -approved list. . Applicant's contractor must be checked and approved to participate. . Must have current contractor's license, bond and City Business License. • Applicant will need to provide matching funds up front, prior to engaging contractor. How the Program Works • Regardless whether applicant uses Program - approved contractor or their own contractor, the City will pay the contractor directly. • Payment will be processed only after work and materials have been inspected and approved. • Under either contractor selection method, payment shall not be made for substandard work or materials. Program Development Timeline y October -December 2008 . Prepare all program documents. .1 January -April 2009 . Develop program -approved list of contractors. • May -June 2009 . Agency approval of operating budget. • July 2009 . Program marketing and implementation.