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I <br /> I <br /> I <br /> I <br /> <br />I <br /> I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br />I <br /> <br />CASE # / <br /> <br />1996 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUNDS <br /> By: Zoning Administrator Sylvia Frolik <br /> <br />Background: <br /> <br />Basically, CDBG funds are limited to being used for projects that benefit the handicapped, senior <br />citizens and low to moderate income 'persons; planning projects; and historical preservation. The <br />City of Ramsey's estimated allocation for 1996 is in the amount of $34,769.00. We also have <br />$4,009.00 in unallocated 1995 funds that have to be addressed. <br /> <br />The public hearing was scheduled this evening for the purpose of receiving comments and requests <br />for use of the remainder of 1995 funds and the 1996 allocation. <br /> <br />CDBG funds are processed in 3 year cycles; 1996 is the 1st year of a 3 year cycle. <br /> <br />Observations: <br /> <br />Due to a modification in the administrative procedures at the County level, Ramsey is not currently <br />guaranteed that our 1996 allocation will be available for our use in the 1996 project year. Any <br />project we anticipated for 1996 would have to be carded over to 1997; this includes allocations to <br />public service agencies. <br /> <br />Recommendation: <br /> <br />City Staff recommends carrying over our 1996 allocation for a larger project in 1997 or 1998. <br /> <br />City Staff also requests some direction from City Council as to possible uses for the $4,000 <br />remaining 1995 allocation. In checking with Anoka County Community Action Program, it has <br />been determined' that there is a Ramsey home on the rehabilitation waiting list. Any other <br />suggestions will be researched and placed on the next Council agenda for a decision. <br /> <br />Council Action: <br /> <br />Will be based on your discussion. <br /> <br />Review Checklist: Finance Officer <br />CC: 1/23/96 <br /> <br /> <br />