HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 2A - PresentationCITY OF PALM SPRINGS
2025-2029 Consolidated Plan; Analysis
of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
and Annual Action Plan
Public Hearing
3/12/25
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The Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan (AAP),
and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing (AI)
are required documents for the City of Palms to
receive federal funding from the U.S. Department
of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
The purpose of the public hearing is to gather
input from the community and City Council on
the priorities and strategies outlined in the plans.
This is a required activity under HUD guidelines
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Consolidated Plan (5-Year Strategies)
The Consolidated Plan provides a comprehensive strategy for how the
City will use its Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) funding.
1)Affordable Housing Development and
Preservation
2)Homelessness Prevention and Housing
Support
3)Community Development and Public
Services
4)Economic Development
5)Fair Housing and Anti-Discrimination
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Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice (AI)
The AI examines the barriers to fair housing and includes recommended actions
to address the identified barriers
1.Provide fair housing education that targets underserved populations,
including racial and ethnic minorities, LGBTQ+ individuals, and
persons with disabilities.
2.Establish a tenant-landlord mediation program to resolve disputes
outside of the formal court system.
3.Establish a legal counsel program specifically for low-income
individuals who are facing housing discrimination or other housing-
related legal issues.
4.Continue to encourage the development of affordable housing in
areas with better access to public services, schools, and
transportation.
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Annual Action Plan (AAP)
The first-year AAP outlines how the City will use its expected $344,683
CDBG allocation.
Category Amount
Public Facilities, Capital Improvements, and Residential Rehabilitation $224,045
Public Services (15% Maximum)$51,702
TOTAL PROGRAMMATIC FUNDS (80%)$275,747
Administration Expenses (20% Maximum)$68,936
GRAND TOTAL CDBG 2025–2026 FUNDING $344,683
Proposed Use:
Category Programming
Public Services (Fair Housing) $51,702
Residential Rehabilitation Program $292,981
ALLOCATION TOTAL $344,683