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IC.::::i: '['P. io C< :<f<': O..,< I` UC: sio :.:O:L C Meeting Date: 5/25/94 Agenda Item: P 5 CITY OF FALCON HEIGHTS REQUEST FOR COUNCIL CONSIDERATION ITEM DESCRIPTION: Authorize the City of Falcon Heights to participate in the Ramsey County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partneships Act (HOME) programs through a joint agreement with the Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority SUBMITTED BY: Terry Shutten, Ramsey County Manager REVIEWED BY: Susan Hoyt, City Administrator EXPLANATION /SUMMARY: The City of Falcon Heights along with other suburban Ramsey County cities participates in the county CDBG program and HOME program. The county is requesting that the city continue to participate in this program. The county receives federal CDBG funds based upon population and demographic characteristics of the participating cities. In 1994 the county was allocated 1,582,000 in CDBG funds and 380,000 in HOME funds (used for housing). The City of Falcon Heights would not be able to receive CDBG and HOME funds on a stand alone basis. And, therefore, it is reasonable to participate with the county. The city has received one CDBG grant for 110,000 for the elimination of a blighted structure at 2061 West Larpenteur Avenue. CDBG funds may be used for a variety of housing and other projects that primarily benefit low and moderate income persons. Staff recommends participating in the CDBG and HOME programs even though funds are not received every year. However, staff also recommends that the county work with all eligible cities to provide a reasonable and equitable process for awarding these annual CDBG grants. ATTACHMENT: A Letter from Mr. Shutten dated 28 April 1994 and agreement ACTION REQUESTED: Authorize the mayor to enter into a joint agreement with the Ramsey County Housing and Redevelopment Authority for the CDBG and HOME programs. (Authorize by a motion.)