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As has been the case in the past, federal regulations require that we advise you of your opportunity to "opt out" of the County's Entitlement and compete directly with other cities in the State's Small Cities program. We, of course, hope that you will not choose this route, as we feel that the County program is your best opportunity of receiving an allocation for an eligible project. If, however, you do choose to "opt out ", please be advised that you may not have an opportunity to participate with us for the next three years. "Opt out" notification must be made to both the County and the local HUD office no later than June 2, 2000. INCLUSION IN THE COUNTY ENTITLEMENT DOES NOT REQUIRE THAT YOU ACTIVELY PARTICPATE IN THE PROGRAM. IT DOES PROVIDE THE COUNTY WITH THE NEEDED POPULATION TO QUALIFY AND INFLUENCES OUR ANNUAL ALLOCATION. We are pleased with the active participation of a number of our municipalities over the past several years. Our suburban communities, as a group, have set county -wide priorities the past six years for use of CDBG and HOME funds. These priorities have resulted in the creation/retention of over 200 jobs, and over 900 low - income, suburban homeowners receiving rehabilitation funding. The HOME funds, which are utilized exclusively for affordable housing, have resulted in the addition of several large -scale rehabilitation projects, many new rental units, and expanded homeownership opportunities in suburban Ramsey County for families and senior citizens. We would like to see more communities that believe they have an eligible project contact us about the possibility of funding. Should you have any questions, or need assistance, please contact Judy Karon, Director of Community and Economic Development, at 651- 266 -8006. She will be happy to assist you. Sincere! /Y./ aul Kirkwold „ County Manager cc: Commissioner Weissner Page 59