HomeMy WebLinkAboutResolution - 4045 - Certifications For FY1993 Annual Plan For The CHAS - 12_17_1992Resolution No. 4045
December 17, 1992
Item #29
RESOLUTION
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK:
THAT the Mayor of the City of Lubbock BE and is hereby authorized and
directed to execute for and on behalf of the City of Lubbock the Certifica-
tions for the FY 1993 Annual Plan for the Comprehensive Housing Affordability
Strategy (CHAS) and related documents. Said Certifications and related docu-
ments are attached hereto and incorporated in this Resolution as if fully set
forth herein and shall be incluOe , the minutes of the Council.
Passed by the City Council thjs 17th
ATTEST:
<E�a� SOL O)R,
Sally ti e, Acting City
Secretary
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
Sandy g ee, &fimmuRity Development
Administra or
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Linda L. Chamales, Assistant City
Attorney
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D2-AGMA/December 9. 1992
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CHAS
Cover Sheet
Name of Jurisdiction
City of Lubbock
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Appendix B U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Office of Community Planning and Development
Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS)
Instructions for Local Jurisdictions
Name of contact Person
Sandy Ogletree, C mT mitt' Development Adrninistrator
Type of Submission: (mark one)
New Five -Year CHAS: (enter fiscal yrs.)
FY: through FY:
Telephone No:
(806) 767-2290 ®Annual Plan
for FY: 1993
Address: (mark one)
P. 0. Box 2000, Lubbock, TX 79457 I B Initial Submission
Resubission of Disapproved CHAS
AS TO U
Sandy Ogletree ty Dev't Administrator
HUD Approval
Name of Authorized Official:
Signature d Date:
APPRNM AS TO FUM:
Linda Chamales, Asst. City Attorney
form HUD-40090 (9/92)
CERTIFICATIONS
FAIR HOUSING
urisdiction hereby certifies that it will affirmatively
R-r f01T-2ro-qising.
ID R. LAAGSTON,
RELOCATION AND ANTIDISPLACEMENT
The jurisdiction hereby certifies that it is in compliance with a
residential antidisplacement and relocation assistance plan under
munity Development Act of
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
Sandy Og tr e
Communit Development Administrator
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Linda Chamales
Assistant City Attorney
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comprehensive
Mousing
ffordabollolty
U trategy
City of Lubbock
Community
Development
Department
Fiscal Year 1993
December, 1992
1993 ANNUAL PLAN
AND
E 1992 PERFORMANCE REPORT
COMPREHENSIVE HOUSING AFFORDABILI.TY
STRATEGY
David R. Langston, Mayor
Bob Cass, Acting City Manager
Jim Bertram, Assistant City Manager
for Development Services
CITY COUNCIL
Maggie Tre jo
M. J. "Bud" Aderton
T. J. Patterson
Max [nee
Alex "Ty" Cooke
Randy Neugebauer
CONTACT PERSON:
Sandy Ogletree
Community Development Administrator
P. O. Box 2000
Lubbock, TX 79457
(806) 767-2290
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS
Special Thanks to:
David Buckberry, Assistant Planner, City of Lubbock
Steve Lindell, Program Analyst, City of Lubbock
Scott Badgett, Project Director, Assessment of Homelessness
Rose Brown, Neighborhood Services Specialist, City of Lubbock
Oscar Sharp, Executive Director, Lubbock Housing Authority
Dora Oliva, Assistant Director, Lubbock Housing Authority
Carol Forrester, Secretary, City of Lubbock
Members of Community Development Staff
a Members of Assessment of Homelessness Project Team
r Development Review Committee:
South Plains Association of Governments Program on Aging
United Way
South Plains Children's Shelter
r Lubbock Regional MHMR, Alcohol Treatment
Lubbock Regional MHMR, Mental Health
City of Lubbock, Health Department
Women's Protective services
City of Lubbock, Community Services
City of Lubbock, Information & Referral
r" Lubbock Children's Health Clinic
C; Lubbock Homeless Consortium
Texas Department of Human Services
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Table of Contents
Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy
(CHAS)
City of Lubbock
Fiscal Year 1993
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Acknowledgements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . i
Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Background . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Purpose . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Summary of FY 1992-97 CHAS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
FY 1993 Annual Plan
Summary of Development Process for the CHAS . . . . .
7-8
Community Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
8-13
Implementation Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
13-15
Federal Resources and Programs . . . . . . . . . . .
15-16
Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16-26
Table 3A - Investment Plan . . . . . . . . . . . .
26a
Table 3B - Goals for Households and Persons to be
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Assisted with Housing
Table A - Goals Summary . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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The Homeless and Special Needs Population
Summary of "Assessment of Homelessness" . . . .
28-30
Literal Homelessness . . . . . . . . . . . . .
30-33
Table B - Demographic Profile of Shelter Count
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Marginal Homelessness . . . . . . . . . . . . .
33-35
Table C - Demographic Sample Participants . . .
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Conclusion of Assessment of Homelessness . . . . .
36-38
Strategies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
38-42
Exhibit A - CDBG, Target Area Map . .
42a
Exhibit B - Persons Below Poverty . .
42b
Exhibit C - Vacant Housing .
42c
Exhibit D - Housing occupied by Renters . . . .
42d
Exhibit E - Age of Housing . . . o . . . .
42e
Exhibit F - Assessment of Homelessness Study Area .
42f
Exhibit G - Homeless Resource Directory . . . . . .
42g
FY 1992 Annual Performance Report
Resources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
43-55
Table D - Available Funding Projected versus Actual
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Table E - Investment of Available Resources .
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Table F - Households Assisted with Housing
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Assessment of Annual Performance
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CITY OF LUBBOCK
IVE HOUSING AFFORDABILITY STRATEGY
Background
Title I of the National Affordable Housing Act passed in 1990
established the requirement that States and local governments
that apply for direct assistance under certain Department of
Housing and Urban Development programs have a housing strategy
that has been approved by the agency.
The Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS) is a
comprehensive planning document that identifies the
jurisdiction's overall needs for affordable and supportive
housing and outlines a strategy to address those needs. The Act
requires that each local jurisdiction's CHAS contain fourteen
elements that describe the jurisdiction's housing needs and
^, market conditions, sets out a 5-year strategy that establishes
priorities for meeting identified needs, identify resources
anticipated to be available for the provision of affordable and
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supportive housing, and establish a short-term investment plan
that outlines the intended uses of resources. The CHAS replaced
the Housing Assistance Plan (HAP) required for Community
Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and the Comprehensive
Homeless Assistance Plan (CHAP) required by the McKinney Homeless
Assistance Programs. In November 1991, the City submitted its
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first 5-year CHAS and received approval from HUD on February 10, ^
1992.
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The CHAS is much more than a prerequisite for funding or a ^
monitoring tool for HUD's own use. The major purpose of the CHAS
is to encourage jurisdictions to develop a comprehensive, long- —
term strategy for addressing their needs for affordable and
supportive housing. Thus, the CHAS is a comprehensive planning
document. The CHAS development process represents an opportunity
to involve citizens and community groups in the process of
assessing a jurisdiction's overall housing needs, establishing --
strategic priorities and developing a plan to meet the
jurisdiction's identified housing goals. Once in place, the CHAS
serves as a useful management tool to guide the jurisdiction's
housing investment decisions.
While data on housing needs and conditions are an integral part
of the CHAS, it is stressed that the CHAS is not an exercise in
data collection and presentation. The 5-year strategy is the
centerpiece of the CHAS. Use of the current and reliable data in
assessing its needs will enable a jurisdiction to develop the
most responsive and effective strategy possible.
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In the development of the first 5-year CHAS, the City of Lubbock
E utilized a CHAS subcommittee which was composed of agency
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directors and professionals involved in the area of housing. The
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! 5-year CHAS was presented in a Public Hearing on November 21,
1991, and has been used as a guide for the development of funding
request and program initiatives.
Currently there is a requirement that an Annual performance
Report, as well as an updated Annual Plan, be submitted to HUD by
December 31, 1992. The annual reports provide an opportunity to
update the information included in the 5-year Plan, as well as to
measure a city's performance in meeting its 5-year CHAS
priorities and objectives.
A summary of the one year plan was published in the Lubbock
Avalanche Journal prior to the December 17, 1992 public hearing.
Additionally, the draft document was available for public comment
from December 1, 1992 until December 31, 1992.
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,Summary of FY 1992-97 Comprehensive Housing
Affordability Strategy
The Community Profile and Needs Assessments has revealed that
affordable housing in Lubbock continues to be of great importance
to the City. While the estimated family median income in Lubbock
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is $30,826, the average wage for the City's work force is
approximately $18,420 annually. Moreover, about 38% of the
workforce make less than the average wage, and it is estimated
that 19% of the population falls below the poverty level.
In addition to affordability, the City must also consider housing
availability in view of recent population increases. Lubbock's
general population has steadily increased .4% annually. The
elderly have become the fastest growing renter population with a
35.6% population increase in the last ten years. Moreover, the ^
Hispanic population has outpaced the general population with a
growth rate of 3.5% annually. Finally, another group of people
that are becoming a housing priority in Lubbock are the single -
head -of -households families. Single mothers receiving AFDC
comprise 85% of the waiting list for public housing units, and
80% of families in public housing are single -parent households.
These rates are projected to continue into at least the next five
years.
Based upon this analysis, five basic conclusions which were
included in the FY 1992-97 CHAS.
1). More assisted rental units are needed. There is an
increase in the need for assisted rental units in all
bedroom categories. This is illustrated by the growing
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elderly population and the need for smaller one -bedroom
housing units and reduced on -going housing expenses.
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There is a growing population of single -heads of
household, specifically female heads -of -household with
children who need two -bedroom units, and larger
families characterized by an increase in the Hispanic
population requires larger three and four bedroom
units.
2). Increase rental market profits. The lack of new multi-
family construction activity and the increase in the
college student population continues to create a tight
rental housing market. This will impact the rental
rate structure and increase the cost burden for low
income tenants. Additionally, this will limit the
housing choices for low income renters. The
combination of the increased rent burden and the lack
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low income renters in neighborhoods with lower home
values and lower income home owners.
3). Continued decline in the _condition of the existing
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housing stock. The growing low income homeowner group
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This includes elderly and small family populations that
have experienced decreased or fixed incomes. The
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increased family size of some populations contributes
to overcrowding and housing decline.
4). Access to homeownership opportunities is limited. As
family income is decreased, upkeep cost of ^
homeownership is increased, which makes it difficult to
save for a down payment. Additionally, the stagnation of low income housing market reduces the availability
of starter homes for small families.
5). Operating housing programs will be more expensive. The
need for substantial special services and extensive
coordination of services required in the provision of --
elderly housing and the operation of self-sufficiency
program directly impact the operating expenses for
housing programs.
In reviewing these conclusions, they appear to continue to be
valid and viable and serve as a guide in continuing to direct
housing resources and efforts.
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CITY OF LUBBOCK
ANNUAL PLAN
FISCAL YEAR 1993
The National Affordable Housing Act requires that each
jurisdiction that submitted a full five-year Comprehensive
Housing Affordability Strategy in FY 1992 must submit an Annual
Plan. This Plan is to cover the period from October 1, 1992 to
September 30, 1993.
In the Annual Plan, the City must set forth a specific plan for
investment of use of housing funds that are expected to be
available during the 1993 Federal Fiscal Year. It must also
determine goals for individuals and households to be served and
describe the implementation plan guiding the activities.
,pummary of Development Process for the CHAS
The Community Development and Planning Departments established a
planning process for developing, updating and implementing the
Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy. Citizen
participation is an important factor in the planning process. A
variety of community groups, organizations, private investors and
neighborhood residents are involved in the development and
evaluation of both the five year CHAS and the Annual Plan. The
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process focuses on the sharing of demographic and market data,
the identification and prioritization of needs and resources.
Meetings held through the year with minority organizations,
organizations representing persons with disabilities, the
elderly, persons living with AIDS, and the homeless allow for on- ^
going discussions of special housing and supportive service
needs. Such meetings generally reinforce the need for special
outreach to persons in these groups which encourages not only
participation in, but also a better understanding of the housing
activities available.
Community Profile The City of Lubbock has a general population of 187,493. This
has grown from 173,979 in 1980. The annual population growth for
the City has been .4% annually and this rate is expected to
continue for the next five years. The number of households in
Lubbock is 70,428. The ethnic composition is 66% Anglo, 23%
Hispanic, 9% African American, and 2% Other.
The 1990 family median income in Lubbock is $30,826. The 1990
median family income in Texas is $31,533. The City of Lubbock's
unemployment rate is 6.3% which ranks in the lowest 10% of the
State. The cost of living index for the City is 93.4% which is
6.6% below the national average. The average wage for the city's
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work force is approximately $18,420 annually and it is estimated
that approximately 38% of the work force make less than the
average wage.
It is estimated that 19% of the population falls below the
poverty level. This is estimated to include 13,420 households.
It is estimated that the City of Lubbock has approximately 31,698
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renting households. This represents 45% of the total households.
It is estimated that 9% or 6,549 households are very low income,
13% or 9,300 households are low income and 23% or 15,849
households are moderate income.
The fastest growing renter population is the elderly. The
elderly population has grown by 35.6% from 1980 to 1990. This
outpaces the general population growth rate of 7.0% during the
same period. The 1990 Census identified 7,434 elderly
households. This includes 22% elderly renters and 78% elderly
homeowners. It is estimated that by 1995, there will be 7,806
elderly households which represents 11% of the total City
population. The elderly population represents 8.2% of the total
renter population. This is an increase from 6% in 1980.
The small family renter category decreased slightly in all three
income categories from 1960 to 1990. In 1990, the small family
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renter category represented 76.2% of the total population or
10,540 households. This population is the largest rental group.
The large family rental group remained stable at 15.5% from 1980
to 1990. In 1990, it is estimated that there is 2,154 large
family renters.
The City of Lubbock has approximately 38,730 homeowner _
households. This represents 55% of the total households. It is
estimated that 5% or 3,719 households are very low income. 10% -�
or 6,748 households are low income and 15% or 10,467 households
are moderate income.
The elderly population of homeowners is the fastest growing
category. It is estimated that 78% of the elderly households are
homeowners, which is approximately 5,727 households. The
percentage of low and very low elderly homeowners increased from
12.8% in 1980 to 16.2% in 1990. This trend indicates that small
family homeowners have less income to support their housing
needs.
One additional trend is predominant in the analysis of the
homeowner information by ethnic group. This is the significant
increase in the percentage of large family homeowners from 1980
to 1990. This percentage rose from 19% to 23$ of total Hispanic
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homeowners. This trend indicates a need for large houses as well
as overcrowding of existing housing.
The City of Lubbock was chartered in 1909 and has grown to
include 104 square miles of land. The housing inventory is
estimated to include 54,155 units. This is an increase of 10,901
units since 1980. The inventory is composed of approximately
32,487 renter occupied units and 38,730 owner occupied units.
During the last few years the housing inventory for the City of
Lubbock has remained stable with very little growth in the
inventory.
The City of Lubbock has approximately 32,487 renter occupied
units. This represents approximately 42% of the total housing
units. It is estimated that 13.3% or 4,324 of the renter
occupied units are in need of repair and 599 renter occupied
units are not rehabbable. Additionally, approximately 66.5% of
the total vacant units are rentals. There is estimated to be 650
vacant rental units in need of rehab and 116 vacant rental units
which are not rehabbable.
The housing market in Lubbock has experienced very little growth
in either the supply or demand for single-family housing. The
last few years have been characterized by high foreclosure rates
and declining home values.
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The City of Lubbock has approximately 77,852 single-family
housing units. Additionally, it is estimated that approximately
3,457 units are in need of rehab and 1.5% of the City's vacant
units are for sale through Multiple Listing Service. Another -
consideration in the analysis of the housing stock and inventory
is that approximately 620 occupied units are not suitable for
rehabilitation.
The median home value for the City of Lubbock is $55,500. The
home values in Lubbock County declined 16.8% in constant 1980
dollars during the 19801s. The decline is due to the
overbuilding in the early 1980's and generally slow economic
growth. The housing values in Lubbock have shown stability
during the last few years. It is estimated that 44.4% of the _
total owner occupied units have a value of less than the median
value. Cost for new construction is approximately $50 per square
foot.
Additionally, the dollar value of housing sales has decreased.
The constant dollar value of multiple listing sales deceased by
55.6% during the 19801s. Also, the number of sales steadily
decreased since 1983. The tightening of credit, slower
population growth, and reduced property values are the primary
factors for the dollar volume decline in sales.
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Since 1985 the HUD foreclosure activity has greatly increased.
The number of foreclosures peaked in 1987 and they decreased
during 1988 and 1989. In 1990, HUD foreclosed on 191 properties
in the Lubbock District. During the past three years, there have
been 1,150 building permits for single-family construction. The
total for houses built with a value less than the median is
approximately 16,948.
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Implementation Strategies
The 1992-97 Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy
identified six priority strategies for affordable housing in
Lubbock. Based on the citizen participation and development
process, the City of Lubbock has confirmed that these six
�^ priorities remain appropriate CHAS strategies for 2.993. The six
priorities are as follows:
1. Provide resources to preserve the existing housing
stock for very low and low income households.
CrC"� 2. Provide adequate rental housing opportunities for very
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low income renters.
3. Provide and promote homeownership opportunities for low
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a 4. Provide transitional service -enriched housing for
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homeless.
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5. Provide accessible service enriched facilities for
adolescents and youth.
6. Provide a "service enriched facility" for temporary
care of both the elderly and persons with disabilities.
Based upon the citizen comments at the public hearing one
additional housing goal was proposed. A seventh goal is:
7. To provide accessible affordable housing for people
with disabilities.
The activities proposed for implementation in 1993 represent
realistic goals based on the funding resources expected to be
available in Lubbock. CHAS Table 3A, Investment Plan, identifies
the funding sources which are anticipated to be available. Table
3A also identifies those programs for which the City of Lubbock
will support applications from other entities.
CHAS Table 3B, Goals For Families to be Assisted, reflect the
number of persons and families anticipated to be assisted by 1993.
programs and activities. The narrative following the Table
describes the method of estimating the number of persons and
families to be assisted.
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The following public and private programs are anticipated to be
► available for the implementation of the CHAS priorities. The
Annual Investment Plan for each priority identifies; the resources
by acronym or short title.
Federal Resources_and.Proarams
CDBG
Community Development Block Grant
Section 8
Section 8 Housing Assistance
Certificates and Vouchers.
SRO
Section 8 Moderate Rehabilitation
for Single Room Occupancy Dwellings
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HOME
HOME Investment Partnership Program
(includes required local match)
HOPE III
Homeownership Opportunities for Persons
Everywhere (multiple titles)
Shelter Plus Care
Shelter Plus Care
ESG
Emergency Shelter Grant
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Supporting Housing
Supporting Housing Demonstration
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SAFAH
Supplemental Assistance for Facilities
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andHomeless
FEMA
Federal Emergency Management Agency
DOE
Department of Energy Weatherization
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CIAP
Comprehensive Improvement Assistance
Program
State Resources and Programs
ENTERP Emergency Nutrition/Temporary Emergency
Relief Program
MHMR Texas Department of Mental Health and
Mental Retardation
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TDHHS Texas Department of Health and Human
Services
Local Resources and Programs
Lenders Leveraged participation from private
lenders in loan or mortgage programs
Private Charitable donations or support from —
individuals, churches, community groups
or foundations
Welfare County welfare programs
Btrateaies
Five Year: Provide resources to preserve the existing housing
stock for very low and low income households.
Annual: To provide assistance in the form of loans and grants to
low and very low income persons for the repair and renovation of
their homes.
The CHAS identified several trends as they relate to the
homeowner population as well as to housing stock conditions. The -
demographic information showed an increase in the number of very
low income homeowners which indicates a drop in income available
to maintain their housing. Additionally, the CHAS estimated that
10% of the owner -occupied units in our community are in need of
rehabilitation. -
The 1992-97 CHAS included as a number one priority the moderate
rehabilitation and acquisition activities for very low and low
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income households. The City has continued to target the
7 rehabilitation of owner -occupied units as a top priority.
The following activities and funding resources are targeted to
address the preservation of the existing housing stock:
Residential Rehabilitation: The Residential Rehabilitation
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program is one of the major on -going programs of the Community
Development Department. This program makes loans available to
owner -occupied low and very low income applicants for repairs of
their single-family homes. The program is available city-wide.
The main purpose of the program is to bring substandard housing
up to meet the City of Lubbock's Minimum Housing Code. Eligible
rrepairs include heating, plumbing, electrical, painting, and
weatherization.
The Residential Rehabilitation program incorporates a Below
Market Rate Loan program (BMRL), along with a deferred payment
loan. The BMRL is a 3% loan with a 7-year term. All qualifying
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Loan and as their income increases, applicants also receive a
rportion of the rehabilitation cost in a Below Market Rate Loan
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This program is funded by the CDBG and HOME programs and is
anticipated to assist approximately 60 households. These
programs are defined as moderate rehab activity because they are
limited to less than $25,000 per household.
The City also operates several housing rehabilitation programs
which do not address all substandard conditions of a house.
These programs are more targeted to specific needs or specific
population groups. The Helping Hands program is targeted to
assist elderly homeowners with life threatening or hazardous _
Conditions in their home. Also it provides water and sewer
connections is targeted, high risk areas. This program is funded
by CDBG and is anticipated to assist 135 households. This is a
grant program limited to $2,000 per household.
Additionally, the Community Services Department administers a
Weatherization program funded by the Community Services Block --
Grant and a Home Security program funded by CDBG.,
The City also funds a Paint -Up program which provides paint and
supplies for low income homeowners. This program is currently
being revised to be more geographically targeted.
A goal of the City is to increase the resources available for
assistance with low income housing needs. The city staff is
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currently working with private lenders to establish additional
loan fund resources. Additionally, the City staff is working
closely with private lenders to prescreen and access existing
resources for low income homeowners.
Five Year: Provide adequate rental housing opportunities for
very low income renters.
Annual: To provide rental assistance to very low income
families.
Annual: To provide additional rental housing for low and very
low income elderly homeowners.
Comprehensive Grant Program: The Public Housing Authority has
recently received approval of an five year Comprehensive Grant
Program (1.4 million for FY 92/93). The CGP program will cover
the renovation to 640 low -rent dwelling units in seven
developments to include interior and exterior repairs, flooring,
electrical, heating systems, plumbing, fencing, roofing,
playground equipment, security lighting, and other needs as
expressed by the residents during their meetings. The majority
of the labor force to accomplish this work will come from the
hiring of residents within the developments.
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Housing: The Public Housing Agency
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on 48 additional low income units
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housing
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add to the Behner Place Complex. Once acquired, rehabilitation
will ensue until all are rehabilitated and made available for low
income families currently on the PHA waiting list.
In addition, the PHA projects increasing the low income housing _
stock by 20% in the coming year with the acquisition of RTC
properties. These properties will be utilized to house those
participants interested in the Self -Sufficiency Program.
Five Year: Provide and promote homeownership opportunities for
low income homebuyers.
Annual: To facilitate the linkages between private lending
sources and prospective homebuyers. To continue utilization of
the existing housing stock for homeownership. ^
The CHAS identified several trends which indicated a need for an
expansion in the availability of housing for low income
homeowners. The demographic information indicated that
approximately 19% of the population falls below the poverty level
which includes 13,420 households. Additionally, the demographic
information indicates an increase in the number of low income
homeowners which at the same time the market conditions show a
reduction in affordable housing units.
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This strategy and the associated programs focus on the high
priority given to the provision of homebuyer assistance for
first-time homebuyers, new construction and substantial
rehabilitation for low income homebuyers and related neighborhood
improvements.
One market condition which has continued to have an impact on the
public programs is the availability of federal foreclosed
properties. These properties are being made available through
FHA/VA and Resolution Trust Corporation foreclosures and have
expanded the available stock of houses, especially for first-time
homebuyers.
In addition to the existing programs described belew, two new
initiatives are currently being designed. These include a down
payment assistance program and a homeownership program for public
housing tenants. The down payment assistance program will be
funded by CDBG and HOPE funding. The HOPE funded activity will
be limited to low income first-time homebuyers and the CDBG
program will be limited to low income buyers. In providing
homeowner counseling, the primary obstacle is the down payment.
The loan design will be a "soft second" design which represents a
portion of the necessary down payment.
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The following programs summarize the activities designed to
address this strategy:
Residential Rehabilitation: The Below Market Rate Loan program
is coupled with the acquisition of federally held properties and
made available to low income homebuyers. This is an Urban
Homesteading type program. This program is funded by CDBG and is
anticipated to assist 20 families. _
Substantial Rehabilitations This project also includes a new
funding source, the HOPE III program, and involves the relocation
and rehabilitation of city -owned properties which will be made
available to low income first-time homebuyers. The HOPE funds
will provide substantial rehabilitation of the properties. The
properties will be made available through a loan program with a —
below market rate interest rate and extended term to qualified
low income homebuyers.
Reconstruction: This is a new program funding through the HOME
program which allows the reconstruction of severely deteriorated
structures where it is determined to be more cost effective to
rebuild the structure than to attempt rehabilitation. The
proposed project will provide below rate financing to very low
and low income homeowners for the on -site reconstruction program.
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This activity was previously funded under the CDBG program as a
housing of last resort program. The HOME program provides the
funding for 10 reconstructions. The total funding allocated to
this program is $370,000.
New Construction: This program utilizes vacant city owned lots
for new construction in the Guadalupe, Chatman Hill, and
Manhattan Heights neighborhoods. The long term financing is
provided through private lenders. The City staff provides a
counseling and pre-screening role. The speculative construction
is generated from the reconstruction activity with limited direct
r subsidy. It is anticipated that 10 new houses will be
constructed through the Joint Venture for Affordable Housing.
Infrastructure Improvements: This includes the construction of
sidewalks and streets and the installation of water and sewer
lines, which support neighborhood revitalization efforts. These
activities have been targeted to the Carlisle and Arnett Benson
neighborhoods. These activities are funded by the CDBG program.
LHA Homeownership Initiative: The Lubbock Housing Authority is
working to promote homeownership through the sell of public
housing units to qualifying residents. The Turnkey III
Homeownership program will include a homeowner counseling
component and will assist 20 households.
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Five Year: Provide accessible, affordable housing for persons
with disabilities.
Annual: To implement a rehabilitation program which includes an
emphasis on barrier removal and is targeted to persons with self -
care and mobility limitation.
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Rouseholds and Persons to be Assisted with Housing
r. owners - Existing Homeowners
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° Owner -occupied housing rehabilitation will be provided through
r" the No Interest Deferred Payment (NIDP) loans and Below Market
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Rate (BMR) loan program. The ratio of the NIDP/BMR combination
is based on income and the amount needed to complete the
construction. 100% KIDP Loans are only available to families
with income below 30% of median. We anticipate 60 families will
be assisted through this program.
The HOME program will assist 10 families with housing
redevelopment. Under this program the dwelling is completely
reconstructed on an existing site. The redevelopment HOME loans
will be a combination of reduced interest repayable and no -
interest deferred loans based on family income. The maximum
deferment is 40%.
It is projected that 10 families who are presently homeowners
will participate n the Direct Homeownership Assistance program.
A portion of the program is designed to enable low and moderate
income families to obtain mortgage loans through private lenders
by furnishing a "soft second" mortgage. For example, if a family
qualifies for a conventional loan but the lender is unable to
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extend the full amount needed the additional difference be loaned
through the program.
owner - First -Time Homebuyers
Housing assistance under this category will be provided by the
HOPE III program. Through HOPE III, government (Federal, State,
Local, etc.) single-family housing inventory units are acquired
by the Community Development Department, rehabilitated, and sold
to very low and low income families.The mortgages are a
combination of reduced interest repayable and no -interest
deferred loans. Repayment is based on income with a maximum
deferral of 40%. We anticipate'a total of 30 families will be
assisted through this program.
The Direct Homeowner Assistance program also assists families who
are attempting to obtain conventional financing to purchase homes
through private lenders. The program provides loans to low and
moderate income families for down payments and closing costs. It _
is projected that 35 families will receive assistance through
this part of the program.
The Turn -Key 3'program allows low and moderate income families to
purchase single-family homes which they are leasing through the
City of Lubbock. 20 families will be assisted to obtain housing
through this project.
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CHAS Table 3B
Goals for Households & Persons
to be Assisted with Housing
U.S. DeparlmeM of Housh and Urban Development
orrice of Cor mnhy Pfaw" and Deve"nent
Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy (CHAS)
Instructions for Local Jurisdictions
Mama of JuladIck n:
FY:
City of Lubbock
1993
Renters
Owners
Homeless
Non-
Assfstwm Provided
Elderly
Small
Large
st-Time Homebuyersl
Homeless
TO"
by Moome Group
18 2 Membe►
Related
Related
AN Other
Total
Existing
Toil
Individuals
Families
special
Total
Section 215
WIM
Households
(2 to 4)
(5 or more)
Housenolds
Renters
Homeowners
children
AN Others
Homeowners
Needs
Goals
Goals
(A)
(0)
(c)
(D)
(E)
R
(G)
(H)
(1)
W
(K)
(L)
M
(N)
1. Very LOW4"eome
(oto3oxolmnr
69
284
107
35
499
37
29
1
67
10
54
30
660
660
2. Very lowdncorne
(31 to Sox of MFt)•
0
0
0
0
0
23
19
2
44
0
0
0
44
44
3_ Other Low-lncome
(51 to90%ormn)•
0
0
1 0
0
0
20
31
2
53
0
0
0
53
53
4. Total Low4ncorne
(Ones 1 +2+3)
69
284 TIO
35
499
80
79
5
164
10
54
30
757
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form HU040M (9192)
ABLE A: Goals Summar
Income Categories
CATEGORIES
0-30%
-50
1-80Total
EXISTING HOMEOWNERS
100% NIDP
29
0
0
29
Combination NIDP/BMR
3�
18
10
31
Home Redevelopment
3
2
5
10
Direct Homeownership
Assistance
2
3
5
10
1ST TIME HOMEBUYERS
WITH CHILDREN
HOPE III
2
12
11
25
Direct Homeownership
Assistance
8
7
20
35
Turn -Key 3
19
0
0
19
ASSISTANCE 1ST -TIME
HOMEBUYERS - ALL OTHERS
HOPE III
1
2
2
5
TOTALS
67
44
53
164
Joint Venture for Affordable Housing
This program provides affordable, newly constructed housing units
to families who may not necessarily fall within the 80% of median
guideline. We anticipated 10 homes will be made available
through this project.
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THE HOMELESS AND SPECIAL NEEDS POPULATION
Since the completion of the FY 1992-97 CHAS, assessment of the
homeless was conducted by the Lubbock Homeless Consortium and
sponsored by the United Way of Lubbock. This report was
conducted in February 1992 and finalized in July, 1992.
Additionally, the study included the development of a local
Homeless Resource Directory.
The project included an assessment of both literal and marginal
homelessness. Additionally, the city staff continues to work
with non profit service providers which are in need of special
housing programs. These special populations include the elderly,
the frail elderly, physically disabled persons, emotionally,
mentally, and developmental disabled, persons living with AIDS
and persons in self-sufficiency programs.
Summary of Assessment of Homeless Project
The total number of literally homeless persons identified by the
Ali study totaled 234, in contrast to the 49 persons indicated by the
1990 Census Bureau.
The study also yielded a range of the incidence of marginally
homeless persons: Among the 50,000 residents of north and east
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Lubbock, between 11,500 and 19,500 different individuals were
marginally homeless at some point during the 12 months preceding
the survey. This translates into a 23%-39% prevalence rate for
residents of the target neighborhoods.
Children were involved in alarming proportions in all types of
homlessness-in shelters, on the street, and "doubled -up".
Single -parent households also were prominent among the marginally
housed population. The duration of episodes of marginal
homelessness appears to be on the rise. Of the factors
contributing to homelessness, problems finding jobs and other
income concerns took precedence; the breakdown of the traditional
family unit also figured largely into the marginally homeless
equation.
The results of the study are intended to heighten public
awareness of homelessness, to strengthen grant proposals for
public and private funding, to guide local agencies in allocating
funds and providing targeted services, and to enable the Lubbock
community to take a pro -active stance in preventing literal _
homelessness by addressing its forerunner --marginal
homelessness. '-
Federal and state governments' definition of a "homeless person"
is broader than the stereotypic depiction,of the homeless
Fri
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& individual who is often peculiarly clothed, wanders the streets
aimlessly by day, and sleeps in parks or abandoned buildings at
night. For purposes of the study, we adopted definitions of
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homelessness which were originally proposed by the 1989 Harris
County Homeless Study. These definitions, which follow,
satisfactorily operationalize federal and state guidelines:
Literally homeless people are those who have no place to
live and stay in shelters, public places, and abandoned
buildings;
Marginally homeless people are those who live doubled -up in
a residence that they do not own or rent and report a
high level of precariousness: they believe that the
arrangement is temporary, (i.e., it will last less than
1 year), and they have no prospects for a similar or
better arrangement, (i.e., they do not know where they
will go after leaving);
At -risk people are those who live in a residence they own or
rent but their income is below the poverty level; many
rely on rental assistance to preserve their housing
status.
Literal Homelessness
In conjunction with the 1990 census, the U.S. Census Bureau made
a cursory attempt to count persons in emergency shelters and
visible on streets in America's cities. Based on the methods
adopted by the Census Bureau, Lubbock's 1990 homeless population
was reported to be 49: 24 in emergency shelters and 25 visible on
the street.
Consensus among local social service providers was that this
number was surprisingly low and failed to reflect the extent of
homelessness (both literal and marginal) in the community.
Further, there was agreement that unless something was done to
demonstrate the inaccuracy of the findings, Lubbock would be in a
poor position to compete for federal funds earmarked for programs
aiding the homeless.
In order to assess the number of literally homeless persons in
Lubbock, both a shelter count and a street count were conducted.
The shelter count involved the participation of eight local
agencies that provide both emergency and temporary shelter to
homeless individuals. During the week of April 20-26, 1992, each
agency reported the number of individuals (together with other
demographic information) who spent each night in their
shelter(s).
The street count also was conducted during the week of April 20-
26, 1992. This effort involved over a dozen local agencies that
routinely serve economically disadvantaged persons. Agency
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representatives were asked to maintain a list of all literally
homeless person who presented at their agency after having spent
at least one night during the target week in a non-traditional
shelter, such as an automobile, abandoned building, park,
laundromat, etc. In order to avoid duplication, agency
representatives were asked to note the individuals' names and a
description of where they slept.
The shelter count identified 206 literally homeless persons and
the street count identified an additional 28. Thus, the number
of literally homeless persons identified by the study totaled
234, as opposed to 49 as reported by 1990 census figures.
Especially noteworthy is the number of children, which
constitutes 48% of the total shelter population. Of those
persons visible on the street, children accounted for over 35% of
the total.
It is evident that the shelter count conducted in this study was
more comprehensive than the one performed by the Census Bureau.
Identifying the total number of individuals tend to comprise an
"invisible group", the number reported by this study most likely
fails to reflect the actual extent of the problem.
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The following table represents the demographic characteristics of
the shelter count:
Demographic Profile - Shelter Count
Table B
Gender: Male 101
Female 105
206
Age: Under age 20 99
Ages 21-35 62
Ages 36-50 25
Ages 51 and older 20
206
Ethnicity: Anglo, not Hispanic 80
Anglo, Hispanic 71
Black 47
Other 8
206
Marginal Homelessness
Another goal of the Assessment of Homelessness project was to
assess the number -of marginally homeless persons in Lubbock. The
most common examples of marginally homeless persons are those who
live temporarily with relatives or friends because of a variety
of hardships, such as the loss of a job, poor health, or other
unexpected financial burdens. It was predicted that a
substantial percentage of the local population had recently
experienced or was currently experiencing marginal homelessness.
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In contrast to the much -debated traditional form of census
counting, this phase of the project was based on 'a scientific
d method of population counting, in which estimates of community -
wide homelessness are based on a sample randomly selected from
the same community.
Selection of Neighborhoods. Although it was generally
acknowledged that the phenomenon of marginal homelessness is
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pervasive and occurs throughout all neighborhoods of any given
community, project staff predicted that a higher incidence of
marginal homelessness would be occurring in lower income
neighborhoods. Because of limited funding, the decision was made
to concentrate on these neighborhoods in this assessment project.
Located primarily in north and east Lubbock, these census tracts
comprise the community's lowest income neighborhoods. A map
showing the census tracts included in the study is Exhibit F.
Random selection of households was accomplished by selecting a
predetermined number of census blocks from each of the 18 census
tracts included in the study. Based on 1990 population figures,
target numbers of blocks were calculated, with the number of
census blocks per tract was in proportion to each tract's total
1990 population. Census blocks containing an average of 12 to 15
households each were then randomly selected from Census Bureau
Forms D-77 111990 Census Preliminary Housing Unit and Group
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Quarters Population Counts" for the City of Lubbock. After
blocks of households were randomly selected, physical site ^
inspections were made to ensure the existence of the structure(s)
and to identify the exact addresses of -all households included in
the sample. —
The final sample consisted of 1,398 households located in the 18
census tracts.. ,Of these households, 957 gave usable responses to
interviewers, yielding a 68% response rate.
From the 957 participating households, the following responses
were obtained:
* 497 (52%) householders related at least one
quantifiable experience about a marginally _
homeless person;
* 80 (8%) householders made some type of comment re-
garding homelessness, but it was incomplete
or essentially non -quantifiable; and
* 380 (40%) householders made no comment about
homelessness, and completed only the
demographic portion of the survey instrument.
The following table illustrates the demographic profile of the
participants in the study.
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Demographic Profile - Sample Participants
Table
Gender: Female
526
Male
402
Age: 18-19
26
20-29
238
30-39
196
40-49
138
50-59
92
60-69
152
70-79
55
80-89
21
90 & older 1
Ethnicity: Anglo,
not Hispanic
281
Anglo,
Hispanic
430
Black
211
Other
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Conclusions
Based on the data presented in the report, the following
conclusions are drawn:
1. At the present time, literal homelessness does not
appear to be as pressing of a problem as marginal
homelessness.
2. The familiar West Texas ethnic of "taking care of our
own" appears to be functioning in terms of providing
housing for marginally homeless persons.
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3. A strong sense of "family" emerged from the study, as
the vast majority of episodes of marginal homelessness
dealt with family members in the roles of both homeless
and host.
4. Children were involved in the majority of episodes of
both literal (in shelters and on the street) and
marginal homelessness.
5. Single -parent households appear to be over -represented
among the marginally housed population.
6. The duration of marginally homeless episodes appears to
be on the rise; shifting focus from acute to chronic
homelessness may be indicated.
7. of the factors contributing to homelessness, problems
finding jobs and concerns about income took precedence;
the breakdown of the traditional family unit also ^
figured largely in the marginal homeless equation.
The Lubbock Homeless Consortium study was not designed to
identify the causes of homelessness or to propose specific
solutions. Rather the stated aim of the study was to assess the
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extent of both literal and marginal homelessness in the City of
Lubbock.
There is a growing need for subsidized rental persons. Currently
the Mental Health Program has approximately 40-50 persons on the
Section 8 Waiting List and it is anticipated that at a minimum,
an additional 40 persons will be making application when the
listing is reopened. All of these individuals qualify as
disabled and have little or no income. Temporary housing for
many of these individuals presently is taken from Mental Health
ki treatment funds while they are awaiting certificates. In the
last eighteen months, 7 Section 8 certificates have been approved
for MHMR consumers.
strategies
Five Year: Provide transitional service -enriched housing for
homeless families and families at -risk of becoming homeless.
Annual: To develop and encourage capacity building through
technical assistance programs designed to establish non-profit
community based organisations to assist in meeting the needs of
special needs population. To assist in developing longer term
transitional housing and social service for homeless families.
The FY 1992 CHAS identified that 80t of the families residing in
public housing are headed by a single parent. These families
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face many obstacles to successful, independent living. Three new
programs are planned for the next year to expand the availability
of housing and human service assistance for low income renters,
with a special emphasis on single head -of -household families with
children.
Family self -Sufficiency: With the availability of RTC
properties, 54 units are proposed to initiate a family self-
sufficiency program. This will be a comprehensive assistance
program which will link housing with job training, education,
and/or special training as well as other needed services. This
will coordinate services available through the Texas Department
of Human Services JOBS program and housing operated by the LHA.
This program also includes an allocation of $500,000 from the
HOME program for the rehabilitation of the RTC multifamily units.
Rental Housing: The Public Housing Agency plans to rehabilitate.
20 to 30 units of existing Public Housing stock to accommodate
the needs of low income persons with disabilities. The units to
be rehabilitated will be located throughout the Agencies five
housing projects of Cherry Point, Greenfair, Behner, 96 West & 36
South. However, units have not yet been identified. The total
amount of units to be rehabilitated will represent at least 56 of
the agency's total housing stock.
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IC AP: Funding for this project will come from the Federal
Comprehensive Improvement Assistance Program. Federal guidelines
are being used to determine the design of the rehabilitated
units.
Shelter Plus Care: During the past year the City prepared a
grant application in conjunction with the Lubbock Regional MHMR
Mental Illness and Alcoholism Divisions and South Plains AIDS Re-
search Center. This is a new program which provides Section 8
rental assistance to persons involved in comprehensive service
programs. The requested funding was $500,000 to assist 30 fami-
lies and individuals for a five-year period with housing assis-
tance.
The City's application was rejected by HUD because the MHMR
cosponsors were determined not to meet the definition of a quali-
fied non profit. A statutory change to the definitions is antic-
ipated to be implemented and the City will resubmit the applica-
tion.
The programs are targeted to assist families which include
persons with mental.illness, persons with dual diagnosis of
substance abuse and mental illness and persons with AIDS.
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Five Year: Provide accessible service enriched facilities for
adolescents and youth.
The City will continue to investigate potential funding sources
for youth oriented facilities. HUD has announced new initiatives
to link housing and youth programs.
Five Year: Provide a service enriched facility for temporary
care of both elderly persons and persons with disabilities.
Annual: To develop special housing programs for low and very low
income elderly population.
The elderly population has grown by 35.6% from 1980 to 1990 and ^
is the fastest growing population in our community. It is esti-
mated that by 1995, there will be 7,806 elderly households which
represents 11% of the total City population.
The Public Housing Authority projects the acquisition of 50 to
200 Senior Citizen units to alleviate the large numbers depicted
on waiting lists throughout the City.
New Construction: The local Public Housing Authority received
approval from HUD for the Development of a 46 unit Elderly
Complex to be located at 54th Street and Utica Avenue. Ground
breaking is expected to take place sometime in December, 1992.
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The PHA hopes to increase the elderly housing stock by
approximately 20% within the next fiscal year.
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EXHIBITS
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PERCENT OF HOUSING
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----- CITY LIMITS
SOURCE: CITY OF LUBBOCK LAND USE DATA FILE NOVEMBER 1992
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EXHIBIT F
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Lubbock Homeless Consorrdum
Homeless Resource Directory
Spring 1992
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RESOURCE INDEX
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CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICE, INC.
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CHILDREN'S HOME OF LUBBOCK FAMILY SERVICE AGENCY, INC.
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CITY OF LUBBOCK COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
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CITY OF LUBBOCK COMMUNITY SERVICES
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CITY OF LUBBOCK COMMUNITY SERVICES INFORMATION AND REFERRAL
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CITY OF LUBBOCK HEALTH DEPARTMENT
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EARLY LEARNING CENTERS
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GUADALUPE ECONOMIC SERVICES
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HARMONY COTTAGE
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HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK
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LUBBOCK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
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LUBBOCK REGIONAL MHMR MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM
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MHMR AIDS EDUCATION AND PREVENTION
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MHMR ALCOHOL UNIT
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MHMR DRUG UNIT
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MHMR HOMELESS OUTREACH MOBILE TEAM
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NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE
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PILGRIM HOUSE
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PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL/JOBSOURCE+
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SALVATION ARMY
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SOUTH PLAINS ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS
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SOUTH PLAINS CHILDREN'S SHELTER, INC.
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SOUTH PLAINS FOOD BANK
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TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
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WOMEN'S PROTECTIVE SERVICES
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CHURCHES
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CATHOLIC FAMILY SERVICE, INC.
123 N. Avenue N
Lubbock, Texas 79401
765-8475
741-0409 (immigration office)
DESCRIPTION:
Catholic Family Service seeks to assist homeless persons. by meeting a variety of needs,
particularly food, rent, and prescription aid.
CONTACTS:
Elsa Hernandez
Mary Villa
SERVICES:
1. Food
- Provides 5 days food supply from the CFS pantry once every six months
2. Rent
a. Provides a $50 voucher once every six months
b. Serves 10 families per month on first come -first serve basis
3. Utility
- Provides up to $150, once a year
4. Prescriptions
a. United Way grant finances service for the elderly
(1) Up to $150/year per person
b. Others may be assisted also, up to $50 once every six months
(1) Exceptions made at the Director's discretion
COST:
There is no fee for the services.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
1. Call for an appointment, between 8:30 a.m. and 5 p.m.
- For rent or utility aid, call on the last day of the month at 9 a.m.
2. Clients should bring a driver's license or picture i.d., social security card, and, if
appropriate, a utility bill, rent receipt, or prescription.
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CHILDREN'S HOME OF LUBBOCK FAMILY SERVICE AGENCY, INC.
4510 Idalou Highway
P.O. Box 2824
Lubbock, Texas 79408
762-0481
DESCRIPTION:
Children's Home of Lubbock operates an emergency shelter which houses Lubbock -area
children.
CONTACT:
Randy Ingram, Director, Emergency Shelter
SERVICES:
1. Emergency shelter
a. Maximum occupancy - 12
b. Maximum stay - 90 days
- Extensions made on case -by -case basis
2. Food, Clothing, Personal counseling, and Recreation
3. LISD school attendance
COST:
Call for more information.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
All clients are referred by DHS.
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CITY OF LUBBOCK COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
1625 13th Street
Lubbock, Texas
P.O. Box 2000, 79457
767-2296
762-3623 (fax)
DESCRIPTION:
The Community Development office meets a variety of community needs.
CONTACTS:
Sandy Ogletree
Chris Hooper
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SERVICES:
1. Residential rehabilitation programs
- The Community Development office administers a number of programs which improve
upon residential units, including the Residential Rehabilitation BMRL program, the
Helping Hands Program, the Paint -Up Program, and the federal Rental Rehabilitation
Block Grant Program.
2. Residential replacement and creation programs
The Community Development office also administers several programs which either
replace existing housing units or- construct new units, including the Housing
Redevelopment Program and the Joint Venture for Affordable Housing Program.
3. Homeownership programs
a. The Community Development office administers the federal HOPE III Homeownership
i ! Program, which provides homeownership opportunities to eligible low to moderate
income families.
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COST:
Costs vary, depending on the program.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
1. Call, walk in, or appointment
2. Bring Social Security card, marriage certificate, employment verification, income
verification, welfare card, income tax returns, bank records, and mortgage papers
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CITY OF LUBBOCK COMMUNITY SERVICES HOMELESS PROGRAM
1625 13th Street # 102
Lubbock, Texas
P.O. Box 2000, 79457
767-2301
762-3623 (fax)
DESCRIPTION:
The Community Services Department serves the homeless community in Lubbock and
Lubbock county by providing direct service, information, and referrals to those who are homeless
or are in direct danger of becoming homeless.
CONTACTS:
Sylvia Martinez, Executive Director
Kevin Lusk, Homeless Coordinator
Vickie Pitts, Utility Coordinator
Rosa Coy, Receptionist
SERVICES:
1. Rent assistance
a. Homeless
- If they qualify, provides first month aid to homeless
b. Preventive
- If they qualify, provides one month aid to persons in danger of being evicted
2. Utility assistance
a. 'Through Community Services Energy Crisis Program
b. Heating and cooling bill aid
3. Transportation assistance
a. Free bus passes available
b. Availability to applicants evaluated on a case -by -case basis
4. Food assistance
a. 50 and 100 lb. vouchers provided to the South Plains Food Bank
b. Availability to applicants evaluated on a case -by -case basis
5. Referral assistance
- Will assist in meeting the comprehensive needs of a client through coordination of
available community senzces.
COST:
There is no fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
1. Potential clients need to present a Social Security card, driver's license, employment
verification, and income verification. Other documents may be requested.
2. A limited number of clients are seen each day, beginning at 7:30 a.m. Applicants are
encouraged to present themselves by 7:30 a.m.
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CITY OF LUBBOCK COMMUNITY SERVICES
INFORMATION AND REFERRAL
P.O.. Box 2000
Lubbock, Texas 79457
765-6262 (24-hour helpline)
DESCRIPTION:
The Information and Referral division of the City of Lubbock's Community Services
Department provides information regarding the various human services available in the Lubbock area
and assists in referring clients to the appropriate public and non-profit organizations.
CONTACTS:
Dana Neugebauer, Coordinator
Lauri Martin, Specialist
SERVICES:
1. Referrals
- Assists clients by referring them to the appropriate service protiiders
Creates and publishes the Human Services Guide annually
COST:
I. There is no fee for the referral services.
2. Guides cost $10 ($8 without binder).
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
None, simply call for referral information.
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CITY OF LUBBOCK HEALTH DEPARTMENT
1902 Texas Avenue
P.O. Box 2548, 79408-9961
Lubbock, Texas
767-2909
DESCRIPTION:
The Health Department provides a broad range of services for homeless persons, including
preventative health care and health care facilities. _
CONTACTS:
Jessica Rodriguez, Receptionist
Nancy Haney, Caseworker _
SERVICES:
1. General medical
- Includes blood pressure check, headlice shampoo, and other routine medical services
2. Maternity
- Comprehensive prenatal aid, from pregnancy test through delivery ^
3. Dental
a. Extractions
b. More extensive coverage for children
4. Immunizations
- $5 per person for all necessary vaccinations
5. Sexually transmitted diseases
- Testing and treatment
COST:
Free or sliding scale, depending on the nature of the assistance.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Call for more information.
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EARLY LEARNING CENTERS
2407 20th Street
Lubbock, Texas 79411
765-9981
DESCRIPTION:
Early Learning Centers provide day care services for low income families.
CONTACT:
Joanne Cotter, Executive Director
SERVICES:
1. Day Care
a. Cares for 460 children, from newborns to 6 year -olds
b. Provides breakfast, lunch, and a snack
c. Centers open from 6:30 a.m.-6 p.m.
d. Locations:
(1) Carver, 2409 Elm, 744-6726
(2) Erskine, 2714 Erskine, 763-0535
(3) Guadalupe, 101 Avenue K, 763-3777
(4) Vanda, 1301 Vanda, 765-0110
(5) New Directions, 1301 42nd, 765-9126
2. Teen Program
- New Directions serves teenage mothers only, caring for 65 children during the school
year only
COST:
Fees range from $0-60, based on a sliding scale.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Both call -ins and referrals welcome.
GUADALUPE ECONOMIC SERVICES
1416 First Street
Lubbock, Texas 79401
744-4416
DESCRIPTION:
Guadalupe Economic Services assists the needy with a broad range of programs and services,
from medical assistance to personal counseling services.
CONTACTS:
Richard Lopez, Executive Director
Robert Guerra
Jeanne Bridges
SERVICES:
1. Programs
a. Shelter
(1) Space for 100 persons
(2) Client's length of stay evaluated individually
(a) Emergency
(b) Transitional
(c) Permanent
b. Medical assistance
(1) 2 public health community clinics
(a) City of Lubbock Health Department and Presbyterian Center Doctors' Clinic
(b) Basic medical services for both children and adults
(2) Prescription Program
- Particularly for children of migrant workers
c. Food
(1) Pantry for migrants, in particular
(2) Food referrals provided
d. Personal Counseling
(1) Attempt to meet the "total needs" of clients
(2) Comprehensive case management
e. Transportation
- Available for rural uidigent clients
f. Miscellaneous financial needs
2. Referrals
a. Child care
b. Literacy/education
c. Job training
d. Entitlement assistance
COST:
All services and referrals are offered either free or on a sliding scale, based on client's
financial status.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
1. Call, walk in, or by appointment
2. Bring Social Security card, driver's liscense, income verification, immigration papers,
welfare card, Medicare and/or Medicaid identification, private health insurance
information
HARMONY COTTAGE
2101 Broadway
Lubbock, Texas 79401
762-2815
DESCRIPTION:
Harmony Cottage is a temporary shelter serving children 17 and younger.
CONTACTS:
Jo Ann Kendall
Joan Long
SERVICES:
1. Shelter
a. Maximum occupancy - 13 children
b. Maximum stay - 30 days
- Extended on case -by -case basis
2. Food, Clothing, Counseling, and other miscellaneous needs met as necessary
3. LISD school attendance
COST:
Sliding scale
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Clients referred by DHS, the Texas Youth Commission, and JPD (LCYC)
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HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF LUBBOCK
515 North Zenith
P.O. Box 2569
Lubbock, Texas 79408
762-1191
762-0836 (fax) _
DESCRIPTION:
The Housing Authority strives to provide affordable housing opportunities to all Lubbock -
area residents.
CONTACT. • ^
Ask to speak to the director.
SERVICES:
1. Low to moderate income housing
2. Section 8 housing
3. Rental assistance
COST:
Call for more information.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
An applicant must present her birth certificate, social security card, employment and income
verification, and, if necessary, citizenship/immigration papers and financial records.
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LUBBOCK INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
SPECIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
1 620 19th Street
Lubbock, Texas 79401
766-1185
DESCRIPTION:
L.I.S.D. serves the educational needs of children in the Lubbock area.
CONTACT:
Carl Knight, Executive Director
SERVICES:
1. Locally -funded
a. Transportation assistance
- Assists children and school administrators when children move from one school area
to another
b. Enhanced counseling
- An alternative to "Project Intercept", an intervention team including teachers,
counselors, and social workers which assists children
2. Federally -funded
a. Head Start
b. Reduced/Free Lunch
COST:
There is no fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Call for more information.
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LUBBOCK REGIONAL MHMR MENTAL HEALTH PROGRAM
1210 Texas
Lubbock, Texas 79401
766-0310
741-0913 (fax)
DESCRIPTION:
MHMR provides assistance to homeless persons through a number of departments, but _
strives, particularly, to serve the needs of chronic indigent mentally ill individuals.
CONTACT: --
Sam Miller, Director of Community Support Programs
SERVICES:
1. See other MHMR pages
2. Transitional Housing
- 16-bed facility
3. Supported Housing Program -
a. hlHMR-funded in -home program through which clients' rent and utilities are paid
b. Rent subsidized until clients receive Section 8 certificate
COST:
Free or sliding scale.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Call Screening and Intake at 766-0385.
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MHMR AIDS EDUCATION AND PREVENTION
1220 Broadway, Suite 1005
Lubbock, Texas, 79401
766-0353
DESCRIPTION:
The task of the AIDS Outreach and Prevention program is to provide risk reduction
messages and testing opportunities to those with a high risk of acquiring HIV, particularly
intravenous drug users.
CONTACT:
Ray Coulombe, R.S., Program Coordinator
SERVICES:
I. HIV testing
- Street outreach finds the high risk groups and provides them Uith free tests
2. Referrals
a. The staff provides referrals to:
(1) Jim Kimmell Center
(a) In -patient treatment unit for drug abusers
(b) Both adult and adolescent units available
(2) Community Living Center
- Provides a place for the homeless to go during the daytime
(3) Lubbock -area MHMR halfway houses
b. Transportation available, if necessary, to the above locations
3. Lectures/Seminars
- Programs are available to any interested organization
COST:
There is no fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
None. The outreach staff seeks out IV drug users and attempts to assist them.
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MHMR ALCOHOL UNIT
1202 Main Street
Lubbock, Texas 79401
766-0251, 767-1631
DESCRIPTION:
MHMR assists Lubbock -area substance abusers and their families through prevention,
intervention, treatment, and rehabilitation.
CONTACTS:
Adult Program: David Allison, Barbara Gibbons
Adolescent Program: Gary Tucker, Karen King
SERVICES:
I. Drug and Alcohol Detoxification Unit
a. In -patient program
b. 6 days for alcoholics, 10 days for abusers of other drugs
:. Milestone
a. Adult in -patient chemical dependence treatment program
b. Sen es up to 24 clients
c. There may be a waiting list
3. LATE Program
a. Out -patient chemical dependence treatment program for adults from 6-8 p.m.,
Monday -Friday
b. Group and individual counseling and education
c. Provides support for clients who:
(1) Have completed detoxification and are awaiting treatment at Milestone and/or
(2) Either work during the day or do not need in -patient treatment
4. Adolescent In -Patient Treatment Program
a. Serves up to 16 youths 13-17 years old
b. utilizes the LISD Home -Bound School Program
5. Interchange Program
a. After -school and summer program for hi -risk youths
b. Children 17 and under receive alcohol and drug education and group counseling, and
participate in field trips and other recreation activities
COST:
Free or sliding scale
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
I. Both referrals and walk-ins are welcome.
2. Bring Medicaid form, insurance information, social security card, and employment
verification information.
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MHMR DRUG UNIT
1210 Texas
Lubbock, Texas 79410
766-0237, 766-0251 (Crisis Line)
DESCRIPTION:
The drug unit complements the MHMR Alcohol Unit, referring Lubbock -area chemically -
dependent persons to the Alcohol Unit's in -patient detoxification and rehabilitation facilities and
providing out -patient care as well.
CONTACT:
Oscar Jones, Program Director
SERVICES:
1. Out -patient care
a. Provides individual and group assistance and counseling
b. Gives referrals to Big Spring State Hospital and Vernon Adolescent Treatment Unit
c. Oversees the AIDS Outreach Program
2. In -patient care
- Screens potential clients to the NIHMR Alcohol Unit
COST:
Free or sliding scale.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Both referrals and walk-ins are welcome.
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MHMR HOMELESS OUTREACH MOBILE TEAM
1210 Texas
Lubbock, Texas 79401
777-9888,_766-0233
795-9955 [Crisis Intervention Team (after 5 p.m. and on weekends)]
DESCRIPTION:
Assists rural and urban mentally ill homeless by providing networking outreach, education,
screening and referral, and liaison services with existing agencies in Lubbock, Lynn, Hockley,
Crosby, and Cochran counties.
CONTACTS:
Linda Mason, R.N.
Roger Karr, B.A.
SERVICES:
I. Networking outreach/education to community agencies
- Seeks to tap into rural community networks, conducting in -services and sharing
information with other agencies and individuals who deal with the homeless population
2. Hands-on assistance
a. When the team is contacted concerning an apparently homeless person who possibly
suffers from menial illness, it seeks out the individual
b. 'When contact is made, the team conducts a mental illness assessment of the individual.
c. If a mental illness is perceived, intake, screening, transportation to mental health service
provider, and early levels of case management services are provided.
d. Limited resources are available for client needs, such as rent, food, and limited
household goods and clothes.
COST:
There is no fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Call for more information.
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NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE
1635 Broadway
2615 19th (mailing address)
Lubbock, Texas 79410
741-0459, 763-7051 (area office)
DESCRIPTION:
Neighborhood House is a non-profit ecumenical organization which provides food, medical
assistance, and other miscellaneous services to those in need of them.
CONTACTS:
Eleanor Greiner, Area Director
Joy Loper, Coordinator
SERVICES:
1. Food Pantry
a. $5.00 food vouchers to South Plains Food Bank prodded
b. 3-4 day supply of food, diapers and other available and needed supplies provided on
a case -by -case basis
2. Health Care
a. Health for Friends program
(1) Service for both people 55 and older and disabled people of any age, funded and
staffed by the Texas Tech School of Nursing
(2) Clients receive a free check-up, and those in further need are referred to Guadalupe
Economic Services
(3) An appointment is necessary
3. Lunch Bag Program
- Sack lunches distributed daily from Neighborhood House for the homeless population
between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.
4. Miscellaneous Services
- Utility and medical aid provided when funds are available
COST:
There is no fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
1. Both referrals and non -referrals are welcome.
2. Please call first.
3. Applicants should bring photo identification, social security card, and, if appropriate,
address verification information
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PILGRIM HOUSE
1219 16th; P.O. Box 11421
Lubbock, Texas 79408
747-2235; 797-3807 (home)
DESCRIPTION:
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Pilgrim House is a temporary shelter for the homeless which provides shelter, food, clothing,
and job placement assistance.
CONTACT:
Nina Slate, Executive Director
SERVICES:
1. Shelter
a. Duration
(1) 5 days every 90 days, or
(2) If employment is found within 5 days, tenants can remain until they receive their
first or second paychecks, but no longer than 30 days
b. Availability
(1) 10 beds are available
(2) if needed, emergency sleeping bags are available
2. Food _
a. 3 meals/day are provided for the tenants
b. Food comes from the South Plains Food Bank, Food Service System, and private
donations.
3. Clothing
- If needed, clothing is accessible through the Salvation Army, Catholic Family Services,
and donations by local churches
4. Job placement
- Pilgrim House works with local businesses, which attempt to employ the homeless
in a variety of positions
COST:
The services are prodded free of charge for 5 days. Tenants who remain for a longer period
of time pay varied amounts after they have gained employment.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Pilgrim House accepts referrals only. _
- Tenants referred by Guadalupe Economic Services, Salvation Army, MHMR, local
churches, hospitals, and city services.
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1218 14th Street
Lubbock, Texas 79401
765-5038
DESCRIPTION:
Job Source+ administers the federal Job Training Partnership Act (J.T.P-k) program in
Lubbock, providing employment, education, and training opportunities to economically -
disadvantaged citizens and dislocated workers.
CONTACT:
JobSource+
SERVICES:
1. Assessment to evaluate skills, interests, and abilities
2. Adult education
a. Basic Education Remediation Program
- Preparation for taking the G.E.D. exam
b. Academic Skills Assistance Program
- Preparation for certain classroom training entrance exams, TEAMS, TAAS, and
TASP, and the attainment of other basic skills
3. Placement assistance
- Assistance in securing full-time, permanent employment
4. On-the-job training
5. Dislocated Workers Program
a. Title III program
b. Designed for workers laid off through no fault of their own
c. Provides vocational training, counseling assistance, and child care assistance
COST:
There is no fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
1. Call for an appointment or walk in.
Complete a pre -application, which Is available at the JobSource+ office.
2. Potential clients need a birth certificate, Social Security card or printout, verification of
address (or temporary shelter if applicable), picture identification., and documentation of
any income.
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SALVATION ARMY
1120 17th Street
1111 16th (office)
P.O. Box 2785, 79408
765-9434,741-1708
DESCRIPTION:
The Salvation Army seeks to minister to the needs of homeless persons, providing a broad
range of services to hundreds of families every year.
CONTACTS:
Captain Will Cundiff, Director
Social workers on duty
SERVICES:
1. Shelter
a. Red Chill Lodge —
(1) 20 beds available every night
(2) glen must be able to climb stairs
b. Individuals may receive shelter 3 out of every 90 days _
- Exceptions made on a case -by -case basis
2. Food
a. Portable canteen
- In emergencies, serves hot meals, cold drinks, and coffee
b. On -site meals
(1) Dinner served daily
(_') Breakfast served to residents only _
c. Food vouchers
- Available on emergency basis to those referred by MHMR and/or the Department
of Human Services
3.Medical
a. Assists in filling prescriptions
b. One per person every 6 months
c. Limited funds available
4. Transportation
a. Assists in emergency situations
b. In some situations, provides tank of gas _
5. Pastoral counseling
6. Clothing
- Community clothing room provides clothes, furniture, and miscellaneous items once
every 90 days -
7. Miscellaneous needs
- Applicants assisted on a case -by -case basis
COST:
There is no fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
1. Walk in or call
2. Photo identification necessary, other needed documents vary
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SOUTH PLAINS ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS AREA AGENCY ON AGING
1323 58th Street; P.O. Box 3730 Freedom Station
Lubbock, Texas 79452-3730
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762-8721;1-800-858-1809
DESCRIPTION:
The SPAG Area Agency on Aging covers a 15-county region and provides assistance to all
residents over 60 years of age through the services of Senior Center Contract Management, legal
assistance, the Long-term Care Ombudsman Program, and the Options for Independent Living
Program.
CONTACTS:
Kelly Barber, Program Specialist
Donna Clarke, Program Specialist
Erma Manzay, Program Specialist
Janet Powe, Program Specialist
SERVICES:
1. Contract management
- assists senior centers in providing nutrition and socialization aid to seniors
Legal assistance
- Provides access to legal advice and documentation to seniors
3. Long-term care ombudsman
- Advocates on behalf on nursing facility residents for their rights
4. Options for Independent Living
- Purchases and provides medically -necessary items and provides. residential repair and
handicap modification of homes to help seniors remain independent and in their homes
COST:
There is no fez, but donations are accepted to aid in the costs of the programs.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
'Feeds assessment conducted after personal interview. Please call for an appointment.
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SOUTH PLAINS CHILDREN'S SHELTER, INC.
P,O. Box 802
Lubbock, Texas 79408
747-4936; 747-4933 (shelter)
DESCRIPTION:
South Plains Children's Shelter is a temporary house setting which provides shelter, food, _
clothing, and medical care, assessing the greater needs of each child.
CONTACTS:
Virginia Brackett, Executive Director
Lino Garcia, Supervisor
SERVICES: -
1. Shelter
a. Maximum occupancy - 13
b. Maximum stay - 90 days
2. Food, Clothing, Medical care, and other miscellaneous needs met as necessary
3. L1SD school attendance
COST:
There is no fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
All clients placed by DHS and Catholic Family Service.
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SOUTH PLAINS .FOOD BANK
4612 Locust
Lubbock, Texas
P.O. Box 1706, 79408
763-3003
DESCRIPTION:
The Food Bank provides and distributes food through 265 non-profit agencies and churches,
which provide the food at no cost to the clients.
CONTACTS:
Carolyn Lanier, Executive Director
Sellie Shine, Director of External Relations
SERVICES:
1. Food distribution
- Food is distributed directly to the needy by agencies and churches through:
(1) Pantry programs
(2) On -site feeder programs
(3) Vouchers given to clients to be redeemed at the Food Bank
(a) Clients not charged for food.
(b) Food distributed in boxes containing a minimum of 50 or 100 pounds.
(c) Clients can receive food no more than once per week
COST:
Agencies pay a shared maintenance cost of $.14 per pound for pantry and on -site feeder
programs and $.10 per pound for vouchers.
APPLICATION 'PROCEDURE:
All clients are screened by the respective agencies and churches.
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TEKAS DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES
2109 Avenue Q
P.O. Box 10528
Lubbock, TX 79408
(806)`741-0541
DESCRIPTION:
The Texas Department of Human Services assists those in need by providing services directly
and by funding programs that help meet the basic needs of individuals in the community.
CONTACT:
Mary Jackson, Public Information Officer
SERVICES:
The department provides a variety of services, each of which have particular eligibility
requirements. Included are:
1. Aid to Families with Dependent Children
Food Stamps
3. Adult Protective Services
4. Children's Protective Services _
5. Medicaid/Long-tent. care
6. Liscensing - day care
7. Adoption/Foster care services
COST:
There is no fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
1. Call, walk in, or appointment
2. Bring proof of income resources and need
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TEXAS EMPLOYMENT COMMISSION
` 1602 16th Street, 79401
.• P.O. Box 2858, 79408
763-6416
DESCRIPTION:
The TEC assists individuals in the community in acquiring employment, job training,
employment counseling and testing, and unemployment insurance.
CONTACT: '
James W. Latimer, Office Manager
SERVICES:
1. Job placement
a. Computerized job matching program through which the TEC connects employers with
persons seeking employment
b. Job search seminars
(1) Assists unemployed in employment -seeking skills
(_) Twice per week: Monday 6:3 a.m. - Tuesday 4:3; Wednesday S:3 - Thursday 4.3
c. Casual Labor Service
(1) Temporary- help :Monday -Friday, 7:3 a.m. - 3.3 p.m. at 1602 16th
(2) Jobs available on a first come - first serve basis
2. Job training
a. Refers applicants to Jobsource+
b. Pays for training and/or re-training to applicants who qualify through the Trade
Adjustment Assistance Act
- Program is for dislocated workers in specific industries
3. Employment Counseling and Testing
- Administers typing, dictation, shorthand, and aptitude tests, when necessary
4. Unemployment insurance
a. Applicants must be unemployed
b. Applicants must file a claim
c. Applicants must have consistently worked through 4 of the previous 5 calendar quarters
COST:
There is no fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
1. Applicants must fill out work registration/application form, including immigration
information.
2. Applicants need either a picture identification card and a social security card, or a drivers
license, birth certificate, or any other acceptable documents approved by INS to establish
identity and employment eligibility.
3. If an applicant does not secure employment within 60 days, he or she will be placed on
the inactive list and will no longer be assisted, unless the person requests to stay on the
active list.
4. Both walk-ins and appointments are welcome
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WOMEN'S PROTECTIVE SERVICES
1706 23rd Street., # 104
Lubbock, Texas 79412
747-6491, 765-8393 (crisis line)
DESCRIPTION:
Women's Protective Services is an organization that offers a safe, secure temporary residence
for victims of family violence and their children. -
CONTACT:
Sheryl Cates, Executive Director
Debbie Eblen, Assistant Director
SERVICES:
1. 24-hour crisis hotline and emergency. transportation
2. Food, clothing, shelter, and medical attention
3. Individual and group counseling
4. Employment and housing referrals
5. Legal advocacy
6. Counseling fur children
7. Support from other women who share similar experiences
S. Parenting programs
9. West Texas Outreach Centers include:
a. Brownfield (806) 637-6002
b. Crosbyton 1-800-736-6491 --
c. Denver City (806) 592-8392
d. Levelland (806) 694-4217
e. Littlefield (606) 365-4635
f. Muleshoe' 1-800-736-6491
g. Post 1-800-736-6491
COST:
There is no fee.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
Potential clients simply need to call.
All agencies may refer qualified individuals.
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CHURCHES WITH ACTIVE HOMELESS OUTREACH MINISTRIES
The following is a list and a brief description of several Lubbock churches which assist homeless
persons in a variety of ways. In no way is this list comprehensive, as dozens more churches than
are listed here fund ministries which serve the homeless population. However, the churches listed
here run very active programs which assist a great number of homeless individuals.
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1. Broadway Church of Christ, 1924 Broadway, 763-0464
Contact 'rim Baugh, Minister of Education
' - Services:
(1) Carpenter's Kitchen
Lunch served every Sunday, beginning at 11:30 a.m.
(2) Clothing room
(a) Open Friday between 8:30 and 9 a. m.
(b) By appointment only
1. Call for an appointment on Tuesday morning
2. Limited number available on first come - first serve basis
�. Church on the Rock, located at West Loop 2S9 and 19th, 791-2747
- Contact Jenell Rodriguez, Open Door Mission Coordinator
- Services.
(1) Food voucher assistance
- Provides free vouchers to the South Plains Food Bank
(2) Clothing assistance
- Provides clothing and other miscellaneous items to needy at no charge
3. First Baptist Church, 2201 Broadway, 747-0261
- Contact Bob Shriner, Benevolence Program Chair
- Services:
(1) Food Pantry
-Open MWF between 2 and 4 p.m., room EB06
4. First Christian Church, 2323 Broadway, 763-1995
- Contact Dwayne Crist
- Services:
(1) Food assistance
(a) Financially support Neighborhood House and Carpenter's Kitchen
(b) Provides free vouchers to the South Plains Food Bank
(2) Clothing assistance
(a) Provided as available
(3) Rent/Utility assistance
(4) Miscellaneous outreach programs
5. First Methodist Church, 1411 Broadway, 763-4607
,.. - Contact Ken Crawford
- Services:
(1) Food
(a) "Second Helping" soup kitchen
1. Open Saturdays, 11 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
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6. St. John's Methodist Church, 1501 University, 762-0123
- Contact Betty Dotts, Benevolence Program Coordinator
- Services:
- Food
(a) Free food vouchers provided to South Plains Food Bank
(b) Food pantry - call for more information
7. First Presbyterian Church, 1500 14th Street, 763-0401
- Contact Gerd Cooper, Admuiistrative Secretary
- Services:
(1) Food vouchers
- Pick up vouchers at Neighborhood House, then redeem them at First Presbyterian on
Tuesdays between 2 and 4 p.m.
(2) Emergency prescriptions
- Assists in funding children's prescriptions
(3) Rent/Utility assistance
- Assists on case -by -case basis
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CITY OF LUBBOCK
ANNUAL PERFORMANCE REPORT
FISCAL YEAR 1992
r^ The Annual Performance Report provides an opportunity to compare
r the anticipated activity and funding which was outlined in the FY
1992-97 CHAS with the actual funding and activities undertaken
during the period. The Annual Performance Report must contain a
listing of the resources made available to the jurisdiction, the
investment of the available resources, the number of households
and persons assisted with housing and an assessment of annual
performance as compared to the five year strategies.
RESOURCES
The Fiscal Year 1992 CHAS Report included a plan of action and
implementation. These strategies were divided into two
categories of general population strategies and special needs
population strategy. The annual strategies included:
General Population:
1. To provide assistance in the form of loans and grants
to low and very low income persons for the repair and
renovation to their homes.
2. To provide additional rental housing for low and very
low income, elderly homeowners.
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3. To facilitate the linkages between private lending
sources and prospective home buyers.
4. To continue utilization of the existing housing stock for homeownership.
5. To increase rental assistance available to very low
income families.
Special Needs Population:
1 To develop and encourage capacity building with
technical assistance programs designed to establish non
profit community based organizations to assist in
meeting the needs of special needs populations.
2. To assist in developing longer term transitional
housing and special services for homeless families.
3. To develop special housing programs for low and very
low income populations.
Additionally, the 1992-97 CHAS anticipated that federal funding
would be the primary source of revenue for housing initiatives.
The most significant source of funding was anticipated to be the
Community Development Block Grant program.
Table A shown below illustrates the funding levels that were
projected in the FY 1992 CHAS Report as compared to the actual
funding received during that same time period.
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This Table illustrates that the Community Development Block Grant
program does continue to be the most significant source of
funding for housing initiatives. Additionally, the City received
an increase in the CDBG and the HOME allocations. The funding
received under the HOPE III program of $1 million exceeded the
anticipated program funding request of $300,000. The City's
application for the Shelter Plus Care program was rejected due to
a technicality.
There are three significant programs which are not listed in
Table A, but do represent significant activity during the
reporting period. These include the Urban Homesteading program,
the Section 312 Loan program, and the Rental Rehabilitation Block
Grant program. All of these programs were terminated on October
1, 1992. The City of Lubbock received funding under these
programs late in FY 1991. For this reason, there were
substantial housing and staff activities associated with these
programs which occurred during the October 1991 to September 1992
reporting period. This activity will be included in the report,
even though the funding for these programs was received in the
years prior to the beginning of the reporting period.
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Available Fundinq Projected versus Actual
TABLE D
FY 1992
PROJECTED
HOME
$ 800,000
HOPE III
300,000
CDBG
2,300,000
DOE
200,000
OTHER
75,000
ESGP
56,000
Shelter Plus
100,000
Rental Certificates
914,000
Rental Vouchers
274,000
Public Housing CIAP
500,000
$3,449,000
INVESTMENT OF AVAILABLE RESOURCES
FY 1992
CTUAL
$1,066,000
1,000,000
2,555,000
119,256
80,000
56,000
0
743,826
161,203
372,000
$6,153,285
The Community Development Block Grant program represents the
largest source of funding for housing initiatives.
Approximately 60% of the City's annual allocation is devoted
to housing programs. This compares with the National
average of 36% of the funds being spent on housing
activities.
The following is a breakdown of specific activities by
funding source of the housing activity completed during the
reporting period of October 1, 1991 to September 30, 1992.
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° Investment of Available Resources
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City of Lubbock:
Allocated
Actual FY 1992
CDBG:
FY 1992
Expenditures
Housing Rehabilitation
$ 750,000
$ 825,400
Helping Hands
225,000
Paint -Up
35,000
75,000
Redevelopment
175,000
0
Urban Homesteading
0
297,268
Section 312 Loan Program
0
539,825
Rental Rehabilitation
0
124,325
HOPE, (approved Sept. 1992)
11000,000
0
HOME, (approved June, 1992)
11066,000
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Community Services
Block Grant - weatherization
119,256
51,179
Public Housing:
Rental Certificates
697,932
743,826
Rental Vouchers
215,420
161,203
Public Housing CIAP
372,000
8,204
Other:
Emergency Shelter
56,000
56,000
Emergency Shelter (State)
80,000
80,000
A map of the Community Development Target Area (Exhibit A)
identifies the primary geographic areas of investment. All
of the programs are targeted to low and very low income
families and income verifications and documentation is
performed for program eligibility.
The City of Lubbock identified several priority areas for
assistance in the FY 1992-97 CHAS. These priority areas
were included in the CHAS Table 3. The priority activities
can be grouped in major population can be grouped in maj
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moderate rehabilitation acquisition activities for low and
very low income homeowners and first-time homebuyers; new
construction activities for low and very low homeowners and
first-time home buyers; rental assistance for all family
types in the low and very low income categories; and support -
services and facilities for the elderly, homeless and other
persons with special needs.
Specific activities either continued to assist these target
priorities or have been initiated to address specific
issues. The following are examples of programs which
address these priority areas.
In the area of programs to assist existing homeowners with
moderate rehabilitation and/or acquisition for the
continuing rehabilitation effort has been augmented with a
repayment loan component. The Below Market Rate Loan
program was initiated in April, 1992, with funding from the
CDBG program. The loans have a 3% interest rate with a 7-
year term. Thus far, 29 loans have been made for a total of
$133,427, with an average loan value of $4,600 and monthly
payment of $64.79. This loan program will ultimately
increase the funding available for moderate rehabilitation
and increase the number of households receiving assistance.
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Another major initiative to assist low income first-time
homeowners was through the Urban Homesteading and Section
312 Loan programs. By utilizing vacant, affordable
properties from the FHA and RTC inventories, low income
families have an opportunity to purchase a new home. A
total of $297,268 in Urban Homesteading and $539,825 in
Section 312 funds and CDBG have assisted 25 households.
These programs also address the community goal of utilizing
and preserving existing housing stock.
In addressing the priority of new construction activity, two
housing initiatives have taken the spotlight. The
Affordable Housing initiative which utilizes the Community
Development funded staff support to screen potential
applicants has no other federal subsidy. Under this program
10 houses have been constructed on existing City lots. This
construction activity represents $410,350 in private
construction activity.
A second initiative is a new program utilizing HOME funding
for on -site redevelopment. This program will target very
low income homeowners living in severely deteriorated
conditions. The program will follow a similar loan design
with a decreased interest rate and an extended term
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following a similar design to the Below Market Rate Loan
program for residential rehabilitation.
The Lubbock Housing Authority has the primary responsibility
in providing rental assistance to low income persons and
families,. An identified priority is the provision of rental
assistance for all family types in the lowandvery low
income categories.
To increase the rental assistance housing stock for low
income families, the Public Housing Authority has received
approval from HUD for 25;Section 8 Certificates/Vouchers.
In a cooperative effort with the City's Self -Sufficiency
program, these certificates/vouchers are geared towards
implementing a family self-sufficiency program. This
program targets AFDC single female head of household to
acquire self-esteem, training and education enabling them to
enter into the workforce and become self-sufficient.
To address the fourth primary priority group of enhancing
support services and facilities for the elderly, homeless,
and other persons with special needs, the City has initiated
several new initiatives. In a cooperative effort with the
Lubbock Regional MHMR and the State of Texas Emergency
Shelter Grant Program, the Community Living Center has been
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fully renovated. This facility provides a day shelter for
persons with mental illness. The shelter serves over 100
persons with training, life skills, recreation, and general
supervision.
Additionally, the City prepared a joint grant application
for a new funding source, Shelter Plus Care. This proposal
would provide housing assistance for three target groups.
These groups included families with alcoholic parents,
persons with AIDS, and persons with mental illness. This
grant was not funded due to a technicality relating to the
definition of eligible participants. That definition
problem has been addressed through a legislative amendment
and this grant will be resubmitted.
HOUSEHOLDS ASSISTED WITH HOUSING
• The purpose of this section is to estimate the number of low
income households and persons who received assistance during
r- the FY 1992 reporting period through the investment of funds
made available within the jurisdiction. For reporting
purposes the statistics only include households which moved
,. into completed units during the period, not activity which
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was initiated. Additionally households or persons who
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benefit from more than one program are only counted once.
For this reasons, households that received a home purchased
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under the Urban Homesteading program and received a Section
312 Rehabilitation Loan are only counted under the Section
312 activity.
Additionally,, rehabilitation activities that do not result
in a housing unit being brought up to standard condition,
such as weatherization, emergency repair, and paint -up
activities undertaken without Federal funds, or activities
assisting homeless and non -homeless persons with special
needs not linked to the provision of housing, shall not be
included in the estimate of households and persons assisted
with housing.
The data for the FY 1992 is summarized in Table C.
TABLE F
Households and Persons Assisted With Housing
Very
LOW
LOW
Total
Moderate Rehabilitation
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& Acquisition
72
29
101
New Construction
0
0
0
Substantial Rehabilitation
20
5
25
Rental Assistance
443
0
443
The City of Lubbock did not
identify
any public
policies
which served as barriers to
affordable housing
in the FY
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1992-97 CHAS. Therefore, no public policy changes have been
initiated.
l The institutional structure within the City of Lubbock has
rproven to be an effective delivery system for housing
services. Through continued networking with both private
and public organizations housing resources have been
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enhanced.
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The FY 1992 CHAS identified a need for increased non profit
capacity in housing. The City has a memorandum of
understanding with Guadalupe Economic Services, Inc. to
participate in the HOPE III initiative. Additional joint
ventures have been initiated to expand homeownership
opportunities and counseling through the use of non profit
partners. Additional technical assistance training is
planned as the implementation of the HOME program process
with the identification of a Community Housing Development
Organization.
During the past year the cooperation and coordination
between the governmental agencies and entities involved in
housing activities has been greatly enhanced. Specifically,
several cooperative programs are currently underway between
the City and the Public Housing Authority.
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To improve the management and operation of public housing,
the Public Housing Authority has implemented training for
employees to obtain Housing Management Certificate, HQA
Certification, MEIS/PHMAP Certification and to receive
training in Budget and Finance, all aspects of Social
Services, Occupancy Specialist, Self -Sufficiency, Resident _
Initiative, Substance Abuse and Parenting Skills.
To improve the living environment of very low- and other low
income families residing in public housing, the Public
Housing Authority continues into the fourth year of what was
first termed a "pilot program" titled Responsible
Reenforcement in Parenting (RRIP). The RRIP program
involves the cognitive development of children from age 0 to
age 4 and their parents. The parents, of which a great
number are single female and very young mothers, participate
in parenting classes which guides the parent in assisting
the developmental growth of their child thereby developing
and strengthening the parent/child bonding and nurturing.
Other area the program touches on are self-esteem, substance
abuse prevention, the female at risk (pregnancy/substance
abuse), tutoring and whatever services the resident families
are in need of.
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The Public Housing Drug Elimination Program (PHDEP)
successfully completed its second year of operation and on
October 16, 1992, was recognized nationally as the number
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one program in Texas with the presentation of an award from
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HUD -Washington, D. C. The DEP program has been instrumental
in deterring the once growing drug trafficking problems
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beginning to stem into Public Housing. The program has been
successful in working closely with the City's Police
Department, Sheriff's Office, District Attorney and other
law enforcement officials in deterring major gang
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confrontations. Several of the activities are. designed
towards reaching the youth before becoming involved with
drugs and gangs (prevention). In close ties with MHMR, the
DEP counselors have been able to obtain treatment slots for
substance abusers (intervention). The presence of the DEP
program has also had a helping hand in management making it
easier to locate and remove residents who are involved in
any type of illegal and criminal activity.
Overall, the programs have worked diligently to educate the
Public housing residents to take pride in their communities
►-, by working together to do what is necessary to remove the
` elements that place a negative stigma on Public Housing
communities.
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ASSESSMENT OF ANNUAL PERFORMANCE
The FY 1992-97 Comprehensive Affordability Strategy included six
long term goals and associated rationale. The purpose of this
section is to assess the progress of the City achieving those
goals.
The long term goals and anticipated results include:
Provide resources to preserve the existing housing stock for very
low and low income households.
Rationale: The viability of existing neighborhoods is determined
by the condition and preservation of the existing housing stock. —
The preservation of existing housing promotes the maximum optimal
utilization of public infrastructure, as well as provides
effective support for existing city components, i.e., downtown, —
Texas'Tech, and schools. Preservation of existing housing is the
most cost effective and provides additional access to home
ownership opportunities for low income people.
Five Year Result: To provide 1,000 units of rehabilitation for
existing homeowner housing stock.
Annual Strategy: To provide assistance in the form of loans and
grants to low and very low income persons for the repair and
renovation of their homes.
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Provide adequate rental housing opportunities for very low income
renters.
Rationale: The renter population is approaching 50% of the total
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housing usage in the City. The renter population is the fastest
r- growing population and recognition of the role of rental housing
A and addressing housing needs is necessary. The growing elderly
and head of household population accentuates the need for
suitable, affordable and standard rental units.
Five Year Result: To provide 500 additional units of housing
for the elderly, 200 additional units for low income with small
families, 100 additional units for low income with large
families.
Annual Strategy: To provide additional rental housing for low
and very low income elderly homeowners. To increase rental
assistance for very low income families.
Provide and promote home ownership opportunities for low income
home buyers.
Rationale: Homeownership has a strong economic impact which
extends beyond the housing and neighborhood issues. Access to
homeownership has become very limited for low income residents.
The stagnation of the housing market leads to additional
deterioration and abandonment of existing housing stock.
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Five Year Results: To provide 125 units of new construction of
owner -occupied housing and 125 units of new homeownership
opportunities.
,&nnual Strategies: To facilitate linkages between private
lending sources and prospective homebuyers. To continue
utilization of the existing housing stock for homeownership.
Special Needs Population Strategies
Provide transitional service enriched housing for homeless
families and families at -risk of becoming homeless.
Rationale: Emergency shelter facilities are available. However,
many families cannot find or afford more permanent housing. The
growing number of single head of household families intensifies
the need for a coordinated comprehensive approach to new and
emergency facilities for permanent housing.
Five Year Result: To provide 50 units of transitional housing.
Annual Strategy: To develop and encourage capacity building
through technical assistance programs designed to establish non-
profit community based organizations to assist in meeting the
needs of special needs populations. To assist in developing
longer term transitional housing and social services for homeless
families.
Provide assessable service enriched facility for adolescents and
youth.
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Rationale: There is a growing number of runaways and abandoned
youth in our community. This population represents a group which
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represents a high potential service users of the future, i.e.,
�~ criminal treatment, hospital and assisted housing.
Five Year Result: Provides 100 units of housing for adolescents
{� and youth.
Provide a service enriched facility for elderly and persons with
disabilities.
Rationale: The elderly population is the fastest growing
population sector. The provision of a respite care center
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provides relief for care -givers, allows care givers to continue
rworking and prevent institutionalization.
Five Year Result: To provide 40 units of respite care and 25
units of 24-hour care.
Annual Strategy: To develop special housing programs for the low
and very low income elderly population.
The City of Lubbock has initiated programs to address each one of
these strategies. This also includes the continuation and
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specifically to address the approved Five Year Goals. By
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continuing to utilize existing available vacant foreclosed
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inventory through the RTC and FHA, existing homeowner housing
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stock is being utilized to its maximum capacity. Additionally,
RTC multifamily properties provide additional rental housing
units which not only address specific rental needs, but also
provide opportunities for supported services programs such as the
Family Self -Sufficiency Program.
The Public Housing Authority is projecting the acquisition of 250
to 500 low-income housing units to address the needs of families
eligible for two and three bedroom units. The Public Housing
Authority projects the acquisition of 50 to 200 Senior Citizen
units to alleviate the large numbers depicted on waiting lists
throughout the City. The Public Housing Agency plans to
rehabilitate 20 to 30 units of existing Public Housing units to
accommodate low-income persons with disabilities.
The Joint Venture for Affordable Housing continues to be a strong
component with no Federal subsidy. This program has built upon
existing resources and has added to the economic base in low
income neighborhoods. Through a continuing effort with the local
lending institutions to become involved in specific homeownership
opportunities, it is felt that in the next few months there will
be new sources of funding available for additional housing
initiatives. The City of Lubbock will continue to research and
evaluate grant opportunities such as the Shelter Plus Care
Program and identify any barriers to participation. This is
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critical in evaluation of the necessary amendment to provide
maximum access to all project funds.
With the receipt of the HOME and HOPE funding near the end of the
year, there has not been an opportunity to fully realize the
+:impact of these programs on overall housing efforts. At this
time the City of Lubbock does not recommend a change in the
housing strategies, but will continue to use the identified
housing strategies as a guide for not only targeting resources,
but all other housing.
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