caper - fy 2009 - Spartanburg County

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caper - fy 2009 - Spartanburg County
SPARTANBURG COUNTY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE
AND EVALUATION REPORT
FY2009
TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION
PAGE
I.
Executive Summary.........................................2
II. Project Descriptions………..................................5
III Financial Documents……………………………………………32
IV HOME Narrative……………………………………………………35
V.
Housing Actions……………………………………………………37
VI. CDBG Narrative……………………………………………………44
VII. Performance Measurement.………………………………..48
VIII. Citizen Participation…………………………………………….53
APPENDICES
APPENDIX A: Maps
APPENDIX B: Yearly Reports
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SECTION I EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
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Introduction
Spartanburg County’s 2008-2012 Consolidated Plan and the Annual Action Plans
guide the activities funded by the allocation of federal resources received from the
United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The
Consolidated Plan is a five-year planning document that identifies Spartanburg
County’s affordable housing and non-housing community development needs. It also
outlines strategies and steps that Community Development (CD) plans to take to
address those needs.
The Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) is an
annual performance and evaluation report required by HUD. The report identifies
the level of progress and accomplishments as outlined in the goals and
objectives of Spartanburg County’s Consolidated Plan. This document will report
all funds spent by Spartanburg County in the 2009 fiscal year, as well as the
outcomes and successes of the activities undertaken.
Program allocation
The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program is a program
designed to develop viable urban communities by providing decent housing, a
suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunities for low to
moderate income persons. Spartanburg County identifies and concentrates its
efforts on areas that have a variety of needs ranging from quality of life
improvements to infrastructure improvements. As a part of its plan to aid in the
revitalization of low to moderate income communities, Spartanburg County
identifies targeted areas for a variety of projects. Along with area partners,
Spartanburg County is able to bring significant changes to one area through the
implementation of variety of projects.
The HOME Investment Partnership Program provides formula grants to localities
used by communities, often in partnership with local nonprofit groups, to fund a
wide range of activities that build, buy, and/or rehabilitate affordable housing for
rent or homeownership or provide direct rental assistance to low income people.
Nature and extent of changes in program objectives
Spartanburg County has made no changes to the priority objectives of the
Consolidated Plan (2008-2012) or the PY 2009 Annual Action Plan.
Monitoring of subrecipients
As a grantee to many organizations, Spartanburg County is vigilant to ensure
that all projects are managed consistently with the rules and regulations set forth
by HUD. To best comply with HUD regulations regarding managing
subrecipients, Spartanburg County has implemented and exercised a thorough
and consistent monitoring process.
Spartanburg County works on a one on one basis with each of its subrecipients
to ensure each grant is managed in compliance with federal regulations. Each
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year, Community Development conducts an annual review of each subrecipient’s
financial and programmatic documents prior to the close out of the grant. When
a grant is drawn down to its final 10%, the review is scheduled and held. If a
discrepancy does exist within the subrecipient’s file, each subrecipient is given a
thirty (30) day period to resolve any issues. At the close of this period,
Spartanburg County issues a response letter detailing the results of the
monitoring. If there are significant concerns or findings within the files,
Spartanburg County may choose to either withhold the remaining 10% until the
issues are resolved, or to stop payment on the remainder of the grant.
It is a priority for Spartanburg County to provide each of its subrecipients with
technical assistance on an as needed basis to ensure compliance with federal
regulations. As a result of this one on one attention, subrecipients rarely receive
findings or concerns in monitoring sessions. Spartanburg County has recently
encouraged each of its subrecipients to institute a very accessible and organized
notebook system. With this system, there is a divider section for all documents,
thereby ensuring that all subrecipients have retained the necessary
documentation.
Overcoming gaps in institutional structures
Community Development has continued its efforts to collaborate with other
County departments and state agencies to facilitate more efficient solutions to
pervasive and persistent challenges of neighborhood revitalization. The
Community Development Department serves as a primary resource in
developing and implementing a comprehensive strategy in order to increase
community participation and ownership, leveraging of funds, and the promoting
of viable sustainability. We are presently involved with the Startex Neighborhood
Revitalization Plan in the Startex Community of Spartanburg County. Multiple
county departments and state agencies are collaborating with the County in the
implementation of this plan. The County has increased the level of
communication and interaction with outside agencies and other county
departments in an effort to develop effective revitalization plans for its targeted
neighborhoods. Both Building Codes and Environmental Enforcement
departments have collaborated with Community Development to assist residents
in the Arkwright and Startex areas with services related to their living conditions.
Also, Spartanburg County has been working with outside agencies to increase
awareness, education, and assistance available to the public.
Obstacles to meeting underserved needs
In 2009, requests for outside requests for project funding totaled approximately
$2,990,226 and in-house requests totaled $1,116,373 for a total of $4,106,599,
over two times more than the CDBG and HOME allocations of $1,883,267.
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SECTION II Project Descriptions
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Goal 1: Provide decent, safe and sanitary affordable housing with a special
emphasis on low-to-moderate income and special needs citizens.
1.1
Develop financial partnerships for housing improvement.
1.2
Provide owner-occupied housing rehabilitation assistance to four (4)
families in the target area.
1.3
Provide owner-occupied emergency housing rehabilitation assistance to
four (4) families county-wide.
1.4
Assist eight (8) eligible families to become homeowners county-wide.
1.5
Increase the housing education and awareness of LMI citizens countywide.
1.6.
Expand capacity of non profit housing providers.
1.7
Evaluate and reduce lead-based paint hazards.
1.8
Increase the inventory of affordable rental units by at least 10 units.
1.9
Demolish two (2) condemned units in Spartanburg County.
1.10
Partner with Environmental Enforcement in an effort to more effectively
enforce International Property Maintenance Codes and the elimination of
slum and blighted property.
1.11
Acquire property for development in targeted area.
1.12
Strengthen the ability of Spartanburg County to provide affordable
housing.
Leverage private-sector participation in the development of affordable
housing.
1.13
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Goal 2: Improve the quality of life for low-to-moderate income and special
needs citizens.
2.1
Increase access to safe water supplies.
2.2
Increase access to wastewater collection systems.
2.3
Improve safety and mobility of pedestrians in LMI communities.
2.4
Expand access to recreation in LMI communities.
2.5
Increase mobility for the disabled population.
2.6
Provide comprehensive support for victims of domestic violence and
sexual assault.
2.7
Increase administrative/operating funds for non profits (not to exceed
$20,000 per non profit) that improve the quality of life for LMI and special
needs citizens.
2.8
Support activities which primarily benefit a clientele generally presumed to
be principally low-to-moderate income (abused children, battered
spouses, elderly persons, severely disabled adults, homeless persons,
illiterate adults, persons living with AIDS, migrant farm workers).
2.9
Coordinate and collaborate with community committees and service
providers for the establishment of a healthy community.
2.10
Provide supportive service for the homeless in our community.
2.11
Create and or retain jobs for LMI persons.
2.12
Provide transportation for LMI persons to areas where jobs are available.
2.13
Provide infrastructure for job creation.
2.14
Promote and affirmatively further fair housing opportunities.
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Goal 3: Improve physical sustainability, economic vitality, and social well
being as a foundation for systematic and comprehensive revitalization of
low-to-moderate income communities.
3.1.
Increase community capacity in at least two (2) communities by 2011.
3.2.
Improve housing in a concentrated and coordinated manner.
3.3.
Develop financial partnerships for housing improvements.
3.4.
Expand Economic Opportunity.
3.5.
Improve physical infrastructure and appearance.
3.6.
Increase physical activity in targeted communities.
3. 7
Provide owner occupied rehabilitation assistance to six (6) single family
homes in target areas.
3.8
Improve infrastructure in targeted areas.
3.9
Improve public safety.
3.10
Improve open space and recreation.
3.11
Improve environment and urban design.
3.12
Improve social services.
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GOAL I: HOUSING
Provide decent, safe, and sanitary affordable housing with a special emphasis on low to moderate
income and special needs citizens.
OBJECTIVES REACHED
NUMBER
OBJECTIVE
1.1
Develop financial partnerships for housing improvements.
1.2
Provide owner-occupied housing rehabilitation assistance to four (4) families in targeted area.
1.3
Provide owner-occupied emergency housing rehabilitation assistance to four (4) families in targeted area.
1.5
Increase the housing education and awareness of LMI citizens countywide.
1.6
Expand capacity of non-profit housing providers.
1.7
Evaluate and reduce lead based paint hazards.
1.8
Increase the inventory of affordable rental units by at least 10 units.
1.12
Strengthen the ability of Spartanburg County to provide affordable housing.
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GOAL 2: QUALITY OF LIFE IMPROVEMENTS
Improve the quality of life for low to moderate income and special needs citizens.
OBJECTIVES REACHED
NUMBER
OBJECTIVE
2.1
Increase access to safe water supplies.
2.3
Improve safety and mobility of pedestrians in LMI communities
2.4
Expand access to recreation in LMI Communities.
2.5
Increase mobility for the disabled population.
2.7
Increase administrative/operating funds for non-profits that improve the quality of life for LMI and special needs
citizens.
2.8
Support activities that primarily benefit a clientele generally presumed to be principally LMI.
2.9
Coordinate and collaborate with community committees and service providers for the establishment of a
healthy community.
2.10
Provide supportive services for the homeless in our community.
2.14
Promote and affirmatively further Fair Housing Opportunities.
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GOAL 3: COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION
Improve physical sustainability, economic vitality, and social well being as a foundation for
systematic and comprehensive revitalization of low to moderate income communities.
OBJECTIVES REACHED
NUBMER
OBJECTIVE
3.1
Increase community capacity in at least two (2) communities by 2011.
3.2
Improve housing in a concentrated and coordinated manner.
3.5
Improve physical infrastructure and appearance in Spartanburg County.
3.6
Increase physical activity in targeted communities.
3.7
Improve infrastructure in targeted areas.
3.9
Improve open space and recreation.
3.10
Improve environment and urban design.
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ARCH MINISTRIES
Field trip to Wofford Terriers Football Game
Fun Day at Wofford College
OBJECTIVES REACHED
2.7
2.8
Increase administrative/operating funds for non-profits that improve the quality of
life for LMI and special needs citizens.
Support activities which primarily benefit a clientele generally presumed to
principally LMI.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This program provided after school care to kindergarten and first grade students at
Arcadia Elementary school. This program provides additional educational instruction
and tutoring for its primarily Hispanic clientele. Students are also provided with a meal,
and recreational activities. ARCH has partnered with Wofford College to coordinate
field trips and activities for the children. This provides the children with exposure to
higher education that they might not otherwise receive. In addition, working with the
program provides Spanish majors with a chance to practice language skills. Graduates
of this program have higher PACT scores, and perform better in later grades. At the end
of the 2009-2010 academic year, the number of students on the “A” honor roll increased
from 10 to 15.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2008: $ 25,000
 Funds Expended: $3,039.40
 CDBG FY 2009: $ 27,000
 Funds Expended: $27,000.00
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This program benefited forty two (42) people in the Arcadia area.
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BROWNFIELD MATCH: VICTOR MILL
OBJECTIVES REACHED
3.5 Improve physical infrastructure and appearance.
3.9 Improve open space and design.
3.10 Improve environment and urban design.
.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
In FY09, Spartanburg County received an EPA Brownfield Clean Up grant to eliminate
the half burned rubble that remained from the Victor Mill. Community Development
provided the necessary 20% match to the clean up grant. The clean up is currently
underway, although a large portion of the debris has been removed.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2009: $40,000.00
 Funds Expended: $30,725.90
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
Beneficiary information will be calculated when a use is determined for the site.
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BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY CENTER
Computer Lab for BTC students
Computer skills training course
OBJECTIVES REACHED
2.7
Increase administrative/operating funds for non-profits that improve the quality of
life for LMI and special needs citizens.
2.8
Support activities which primarily benefit a clientele generally presumed to
principally LMI.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This program provided case management, mentoring, and training for under or
unemployed residents of Spartanburg County. Participants in the program undergo
classes that provide computer and technology training, as well as skills necessary for
the workplace. Graduates of this program are better able to search and interview for
positions. In addition the program also focuses attention on younger age cohorts
interested in further education by offering SAT/ACT courses.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2008: $25,000.00
 Funds Expended: $5,101.57
 CDBG FY 2009: $29,500.00
 Funds Expended: $11,340.00
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This program benefited fifty seven (57) people in FY09.
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CAROLINA MIRACLE LEAGUE
OBJECTIVES REACHED
2.4
Increase mobility for the disable population.
2.7
Increase administrative/operating funds for non-profits that improve the quality of
life for LMI and special needs citizens.
2.8
Support activities which primarily benefit a clientele generally presumed to
principally LMI.
3.9
Improve open space and recreation.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This organization organizes a baseball league specifically for special needs children.
All games take place on a rubberized field specially designed for handicapped children
to play on. Each year the organization holds two seasons-- one in the fall and one in
the spring. This grant provides the salary for the executive director of the program.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2008: $20,000.00
 Funds Expended: $19,695.49
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This program served eighty six (86) handicapped people.
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CHRISTMAS IN ACTION
Home before work
House completely sided.
OBJECTIVES REACHED
2.7
2.8
3.2
Increase administrative/operating funds for non-profits that improve the quality of
life for LMI and special needs citizens.
Support activities which primarily benefit a clientele generally presumed to
principally LMI.
Improve housing in a concentrated and coordinated manner.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This organization provides housing rehabilitation and repairs to LMI and elderly
households in unincorporated areas of the county. Christmas In Action assembles
volunteer team to complete repairs that will weather proof each home and/or bring it up
to code. This grant pays for the operational expenses for this program.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2009: $10,000.00
 Funds Expended in FY09: $7,757.12
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
Beneficiaries have not yet been calculated for this grant, the rebuild day is in October.
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COUNTYWIDE HOUSING REHABILITATION
OBJECTIVES REACHED
1.2
1.3
Provide owner occupied housing rehabilitation assistance to four (4) families in
the targeted area.
Provide owner occupied emergency housing rehabilitation assistance to four
families county wide.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Spartanburg County provided owner occupied emergency rehabilitation on six
substandard homes located in the county. The rehabilitation consisted of replacing
windows, floors, and a deck. The projects assisted the homeowners with maintaining
their homes in a livable condition.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2007: $100,000.00
 Funds Expended: $41,608.75
 CDBG FY 2008: $100,000.00
 Funds Expended: $97,214.25
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This project assisted nine (9) households.
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EMERGENCY HOUSING REHABILITATION
OBJECTIVES REACHED
1.3 Provide owner occupied emergency housing rehabilitation assistance to four (4)
families county wide.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This activity is designed to provide expedited housing rehabilitation for homes that do
not meet codes. Typical improvements include roofing, new windows, doors, or
insulation.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2008: $
 Funds Expended: $
 CDBG FY 200: $
 Funds Expended: $
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This project assisted eight (8) households in FY09.
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FAIR HOUSING
OBJECTIVES REACHED
1.5 Increase the housing education and awareness of LMI citizens county-wide.
2.14 Promote and affirmatively further Fair Housing opportunities.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Spartanburg County has partnered with the City of Spartanburg to affirmatively further
Fair Housing. Each month, a specific Fair Housing activity is planned designed to raise
awareness to stakeholders and residents of Spartanburg County. In addition, a Fair
Housing Forum is held during April in order to highlight the importance of the issue. In
FY2009, Spartanburg County advertised via radio and internet to reach a much broader
audience than ever before.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2009: $ 26,203.00
 Funds Expended: $8,795.27
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This project benefited all of Spartanburg County.
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THE HAVEN
OBJECTIVES REACHED
2.7
Increase administrative/operating funds for non-profits that improve the quality of
life for LMI and special needs citizens.
2.8
Support activities which primarily benefit a clientele generally presumed to
principally LMI.
2.10 Provide supportive service for the homeless in our community.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Haven provides emergency shelter for homeless women and families. It is the only
shelter that will shelter men and young men (attached to families) in Spartanburg
County. In addition to shelter, case managers provide daily living skills courses to all
residents. In addition, staff provides assistance in finding permanent housing and
employment. This past year, The Haven moved to a larger facility that allows it to
Funds were used to pay for the operational expenses of this shelter.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2008: $25,000.00
 Funds Expended: $25,000.00
 CDBG FY 2009: $30,000.00
 Funds Expended: $30,000.00
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
The Haven served 134 people using FY08 funds, and 60 people using FY09 funds.
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HOME/CHDO
OBJECTIVES REACHED
1.1 Develop financial partnerships for housing improvement.
1.6 Expand the capacity of non profit housing providers.
1.8 Increase the inventory of affordable rental units by at least 10 units.
1.12 Strengthen the ability of Spartanburg County to provide affordable housing.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The project consisted of constructing new affordable and market rate housing. The
Spartanburg Housing Authority constructed 78 affordable units for low-to-moderate
income families. Funding was used specifically for infrastructure and construction. The
Ridge at Southport includes 10 one-bedroom units, 30 two-bedroom units, and 38 threebedroom units.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 FY07 HOME Allocation: $394,314.75
 Funds Expended:
 FY06 HOME Allocation: $397,909.50
 Funds Expended: $156,845.89
 FY05 HOME Allocation: $400,000.00
 Funds Expended: $138,566.03
$30,725.00
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This project benefited 78 households in Spartanburg County upon completion.
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HOUSING DELIVERY COSTS
OBJECTIVES REACHED
1.2 Provide owner occupied housing rehabilitation assistance to four (4) families in the
targeted area.
1.3 Provide owner occupied emergency housing rehabilitation assistance to four (4)
families countywide.
1.12 Strengthen the ability of Spartanburg County to provide affordable housing.
3.2
Improve housing in a coordinated and concentrated manner.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The activity funds the operation expenses associated with administering the Housing
Rehabilitation program for Spartanburg County.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2009: $155,000.00
 Funds Expended: $107,279.92
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
Beneficiaries are counted with specific activity.
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HOUSING COUNSELING
Participants in Program
OBJECTIVES REACHED
1.1 Develop financial partnership for housing improvement
1.5 Expand the housing education and awareness of LMI citizens county-wide.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Community Development Department provided housing counseling to clients of low
to moderate income. The housing counseling workshops were provided at the
Spartanburg Downtown Library and provided information on homeowner’s insurance,
credit, budgeting, saving, and home maintenance. Participants received information on
predatory lending, payday advance practices, and the number for the Spartanburg
County Fair Housing Hotline. The participants received valuable information on
techniques they could use in order to prevent foreclosures. Spartanburg County
provided this information in order to reduce the number of foreclosure cases in
Spartanburg County. Each participant received a housing counseling and education
certificate for attending the 8 hour workshops.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 FY06 CDBG Allocation: $7,000.00
 Funds Expended: $93.86
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This project benefited xx people of Spartanburg County and the City of Spartanburg in
FY09.
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LEAD BASED PAINT
OBJECTIVES REACHED
1.5 Increase the housing education and awareness of LMI residence county-wide.
1.7 Evaluate and reduce lead-based paint hazards.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Community Development Department continues to test any Emergency
Rehabilitation, Owner Occupied Rehabilitation project that was built before 1978 for
Lead Based Paint hazards as well as provide lead based paint clearance as a result of
any positive tests. We provide education to the residents of Spartanburg county of the
dangers of Lead Based Paint to adults as well as children. By providing education to
residents, our hope is to dramatically decrease the number of LBP cases through out
Spartanburg County.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 FY06 CDBG Allocation:
$9,450.00
 Funds Expended:
$9450.00
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This project benefited 21 households in Spartanburg County.
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RELOCATION
OBJECTIVES REACHED
1.2 Provide owner occupied housing rehabilitation assistance to four (4) families in the
targeted area.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
In FY09, a duplex was donated to Spartanburg County for use in its housing
rehabilitation program. This duplex was transported to Arkwright, and is currently being
rehabilitated. When the project is completed, the duplex will be used to temporarily
house recipients of housing rehabilitation. Currently, clients receiving rehabilitation are
housed in an apartment complex.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2008: $88,045.92
 Funds Expended: $75,504.52
 CDBG FY 2009: $91,098.00
 Funds Expended: $67,822.08
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This project provided temporary and emergency housing relocation assistance to seven
(7) households.
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SOUTH CAROLINA LEGAL
OBJECTIVES REACHED
2.7
Increase administrative/operating funds for non-profits that improve the quality of
life for LMI and special needs citizens.
2.8
Support activities which primarily benefit a clientele generally presumed to
principally LMI.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This program provides free civil legal services to low to moderate income clients. SC
Legal operates
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2007: $5,000.00
 Funds Expended: $1,873.70
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This program has assisted six (6) people in the Startex Targeted area.
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STARTEX TUCAPAU COMMUNITY ACTION ASSOCIATION (STCAA)
Startex Community members in community center.
OBJECTIVES REACHED
2.7
2.8
2.9
3.1
Increase administrative/operating funds for non-profits that improve the quality
of life for LMI and special needs citizens.
Support activities which primarily benefit a clientele generally presumed to
principally LMI
Coordinate and collaborate with community committees and service providers for
the establishment of a healthy community.
Increase community capacity in at least two (2) communities by 2011.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
The Startex Tucapau Community Action Association is a organization in the Startex Mill
Village created as a mechanism to enact change within the area. This organization
holds quarterly meetings and yearly events as a means to share information and set
goals for revitalization. The organization helps to facilitate the neighborhood watch, and
community clean-ups. It also invites representatives from local non-profits and service
providers to share information on upcoming initiatives, or available programs.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2007: $15,000.00
 Funds Expended: $1,668.09
 CDBG FY 2008: $15,000.00
 Funds Expended: $3,184.44
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This organization benefits the entire Startex Targeted Area of 691 people.
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TARGETED AREA INFRASTRUCTURE
Repair Work on a catch basin
Water Project Construction
OBJECTIVES REACHED
2.1
2.2
2.9
Increase access to safe water supplies
Improve safety and mobility of pedestrians in LMI communities.
Increase administrative/operating funds for non-profits that improve the quality
of life for LMI and special needs citizens.
2.10 Coordinate and collaborate with community committees and service providers for
the establishment of a healthy community.
3.5 Improve physical infrastructure and appearance.
3.6 Increase physical activity in targeted communities
3.7 Improve Infrastructure in targeted areas.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
In FY09, Spartanburg County completed its water project with SJWD Water District. Some small projects to improve
storm water damage were also completed. In addition, Community Development partnered with Public Works to
resurface substandard streets throughout the mill village. The SC DOT also worked with the STCAA to implement a
3 way stop as a means to slow traffic and allow pedestrians to better cross the street to access the post office.
Currently, SCDOT is in the process of patching and re-surfacing Main Street.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2006: $420,893.64
 Funds Expended: $88,986.32
 CDBG FY 2007: $277,315.32
 Funds Expended: $173,170.80
 CDBG FY 2008: $236,992.68
 Funds Expended: $197,696.61
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This project benefited 691 people in the targeted area of Startex.
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TARGET AREA HOUSING REHABILITATION
OBJECTIVES REACHED
1.2 Provide owner occupied housing rehabilitation assistance to four (4) families in the
targeted area..
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Funding was used for extensive rehabilitation on three owner occupied homes in our
targeted areas. The homes were brought completely to code. The rehab consisted of a
new roof, new flooring and sub-flooring, vinyl siding, and energy efficient windows.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2005: $213,156.67
 Funds Expended: $83,895.82
 CDBG FY 2007: $120,000.00
 Funds Expended: $86,295.33
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
This project assisted seven (7) households.
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TRANSITIONS 2000
OBJECTIVES REACHED
2.7
Increase administrative/operating funds for non-profits that improve the quality of
life for LMI and special needs citizens.
2.8
Support activities which primarily benefit a clientele generally presumed to
principally LMI.
2.10 Provide supportive service for the homeless in our community.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
Transitions 2000 is an initiative of the Upstate Homeless Coalition that provides
homeless individuals in Spartanburg County with the necessary resources to attain self
sufficiency. Transitions is a three year program that provides housing and case
management to instill basic life skills into the participants. Life skills training includes
financial education, budgeting, credit, and housing and tenant rights. CDBG funds were
used to pay for case managers’ salaries as well as other expenses associated with
housing for the program participants. At least 75% of those in the Transitions 2000
program in Spartanburg County will move into permanent housing at the end of the
program.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2009: $ 30,000.00
 Funds Expended: $30,000.00
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
Transitions 2000 assisted a total of fourteen (14) people for FY09.
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YMCA YOUTH ACHIEVERS
OBJECTIVES REACHED
2.7 Increase administrative/operating funds for non-profits that improve the
quality of life for LMI and special needs citizens.
2.9 Coordinate and collaborate with community committees and service providers
for the establishment of a healthy community.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This project provided an after school program for LMI children in Spartanburg County.
The YMCA focused on providing positive activities for middle and high school students
to prevent youth from becoming involved in risky behavior. In addition, the program
encouraged students to make education and further education a priority.
FUNDING INFORMATION
 CDBG FY 2008: $ 18,941.00
 Funds Expended: $2,667.44
BENEFICIARIES/PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENT
Beneficiaries were reported in the FY08 CAPER.
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ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
BUDGET
SOURCE
DESCRIPTION
AMOUNT
GOAL 1 - HOUSING
HOME
New Housing Construction
435,843.75
HOME
Upstate Homeless Coalition - CHDO
87,168.75
CDBG
County Wide Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation
186,846.00
CDBG
Emergency & Temporary Relocation
85,000.00
CDBG
SAFE Homes-Rape Crisis Coalition DV Shelter
50,000.00
CDBG
Target Area Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation: Startex & Arkwright
77,500.00
CDBG
The Haven (PS)
30,000.00
CDBG
CED Housing Delivery Costs
155,000.00
Subtotal
1,107,358.50
GOAL 2 - QUALITY OF LIFE IMPROVEMENTS
CDBG
Arch Ministries/After School Program (PS)
27,000.00
CDBG
Christmas in Action: Operations (PS)
10,000.00
CDBG
Fair Housing Activities (PS)
26,266.00
CDBG
Mayo Mill Village Water Project
66,000.00
CDBG
STCAA: Operations (PS)
8,500.00
CDBG
Target Area Infrastructure
Upstate Homeless Coalition-Transitional Housing Case Management
(PS)
Urban League of the Upstate-Business & Technology Training Center
(PS)
CDBG
CDBG
Subtotal
265,165.00
25,000.00
29,500.00
457,431.00
SET-ASIDES
HOME
HOME Program Administration
58,112.50
CDBG
CDBG Program Administration
260,444.00
Subtotal
GRAND TOTAL
318,556.50
1,883,346.00
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Leveraged funding
AGENCY
Arch Ministries
SC Legal Services
The Haven
Upstate Homeless Coalition: Transitions
Carolina Miracle League
Upstate Homeless Coalition: CHDO
Nehemiah
Total:
AMOUNT
$13,400.00
$438,298.00
$45,000.00
$791,448.00
$35,585.00
$393,345.00
$1,052,229.00
$2,769,305.00
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HOME NARRATIVE
A. HOME Funds and Housing Needs Priorities
As required of a participating jurisdiction, Spartanburg County awards at least fifteen (15)
% of its annual HOME allocation to a Community Housing Development Organization,
(CHDO).
The following identifies the FY09 HOME projects.
1. Spartanburg Housing Authority
o Funds were used to complete The Ridge at Southport. This project consisted
of 78 affordable duplex- style apartments at Page Lake. The Ridge included
10 one-bedroom units, 30 two-bedroom units, and 38 three-bedroom units, as
well as a management/laundry building.
2. Nehemiah
o The funds for this project will assist in the completion of Draymont Ridge.
There are 12 townhouses being constructed which will be used as rental units.
3. Upstate Homeless Coalition
o Funds were used to purchase property at 211 North Street. This property will
be used as transitional housing for homeless families. Upstate Homeless
Coalition will construct 4 units for low to moderate income families.
B. HOME Match Report
Spartanburg County documented $74,006.26 of eligible matching funds in FY 05 and
FY06 and $10,408.75 in FY07.
C. HOME Report on Contracts and Subcontracts with MBEs and WBEs
Spartanburg County did not contract with any minority or women-owned business
enterprises on HOME projects.
D. Assessment of HOME-assisted Projects, Affirmative Marketing and Outreach
Housing that is constructed with HOME funds must meet all applicable local codes and
ordinances at the time of project completion. Spartanburg County’s Building Codes
Department issues a Certificate of Occupancy upon the final completion of each
inspection. Tenant income limits and rent limits for HOME projects are verified at the
time of project completion.
Minority and women-owned businesses are encouraged to participate in HOME
projects. General contractors are encouraged to reach out to qualified minority and
women subcontractors through advertising to increase participation by minority and
women-owned businesses.
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Section V: housing actions
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REHABILITATION
Owner Occupied Countywide Rehabilitation
Spartanburg County provided housing rehabilitation services to qualified LMI homes
that did not meet code standards. All homes were inspected by the Community
Development Construction Specialist and needs were outlined in a work write-up.
Once identified and prioritized, repairs amounting up to $30,000.00 were performed.
Owner occupied Targeted Area Rehabilitation
This project focuses its efforts specifically on the departmental targeted areas –
Startex and Arkwright. Similar to Countywide Housing Rehabilitation, a maximum of
$30,000.00 per house was used to perform extensive repairs on each home. At the
close of the project all homes were brought up to code standards.
Emergency Housing Rehabilitation
This project provided funding to LMI citizens of Spartanburg County whose homes
needed immediate mediation and rehabilitation. These funds are available to any
qualified resident whose home is not safe to live in due to emergency circumstances.
Lead Based Paint Testing
These funds were used for the testing and removal of Lead Based Paint hazards.
This is required for residential structures built prior to 1978. It will provide safe
housing to families within the unincorporated areas of Spartanburg County. This
service is provided at no additional cost to recipients of owner-occupied rehabilitation
and recipients of emergency rehabilitation.
By raising awareness education and maintaining a trained staff to interpret the
required test/survey results, the County has reduced the lead based paint hazards in
various areas throughout the County.
Housing Rehabilitation Counseling
The Community Development Department continues to provide rehabilitation
counseling to clients that have received our assistance. Spartanburg County provides
the home owners with information that will help to prevent the decline of the property
value as well as the safety of the home due to lack of maintenance.
RELOCATION
Temporary Relocation:
Spartanburg County provided temporary relocation assistance to five people from the
targeted Arkwright Community. Participants in the program were relocated because
they were recipients of housing replacement, or owner occupied rehabilitation
services. In FY09, Spartanburg County contracted with a local apartment complex to
save on costs of relocation, and to provide residents with a more home-like
environment.
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Emergency Relocation:
Spartanburg County provided emergency temporary relocation assistance to two
persons in Spartanburg County. The individuals homes lack plumbing, insulation,
running water and electrical power and was condemned by Spartanburg County
Environmental Enforcement Department. Spartanburg County provided assistance
to them for seven days.
Relocation Housing:
In FY09, Spartanburg County embarked on a new plan for the relocation program.
Instead of relying on costly hotel and/or apartment costs, Community Development
has gained possession of housing unit for clients’ use. This duplex is was donated to
Spartanburg County and moved to a parcel of land in the Arkwright community. Each
side of the duplex has two bedrooms and one bathroom with a total of 2500 square
feet of livable space. After the duplex was moved, it was rehabilitated and brought
into compliance with ADA and building codes. Upon its completion, the house will
accommodate two separate families participating in Spartanburg County’s relocation
program. It is Spartanburg County’s hope that this duplex will provide residents with
a more comfortable and home-like experience.
HOUSING
Affordable Housing
Home funds were designated to assist with projects addressing affordable housing
for LMI citizens of Spartanburg County. The County promoted homeownership
opportunities through our partnerships with Spartanburg Board of Realtors,
Spartanburg Housing Authority, Habit of Humanity, Homebuilders Association of
Spartanburg, and the City of Spartanburg. Spartanburg County advertised the
homebuyer’s workshops on the County’s website with information on events and
dates regarding to homeownership activities. Spartanburg County Council adopted a
resolution proudly declaring June as Homeownership Month in Spartanburg County.
Spartanburg County and its partners are focus on promoting homeownership.
Barriers to Affordable Housing
An Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Study was completed in order to address
inadequate affordable housing supply in Spartanburg County. Spartanburg County is
committed to addressing impediments outlined in the study. The County identified
the agencies in Spartanburg that provided affordable housing. Our department spoke
with Jennifer Bradey, Executive Office for Home Builders Association of Greater
Spartanburg, to obtain information regarding all affordable housing in Spartanburg
County. Ms. Bradey provided a listing of the companies that advocate affordable
housing in Spartanburg County and directed us to the Home Builders Association
website where all of their membership information is located. Our office contacted
housing agencies to get updated information on the services they provide in
Spartanburg County. Builders and developers stated that they face many challenges
when trying to locate land and investors willing to finance affordable housing projects.
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Spartanburg County has a listing of fifty – five local builders and developers
regarding their plans for addressing affordable housing for the elderly. Spartanburg
County has contacted agencies regarding their plans for continue affordable housing
for the elderly and has maintained a database of information for those seeking
affordable housing. We also contacted 45 lending institutions in Spartanburg County
to obtain a point of contact and basic information. In addition, we provided them with
information on our Homebuyers Workshops, as well as our yearly schedule. There
are 140 local churches that received quarterly emails and letters regarding
Spartanburg County Homeownership program and Fair Housing activities taken
place in Spartanburg County.
Spartanburg County collaborated with the City of Spartanburg to administer
Neighborhood Stabilization Program funding to increase the number of affordable
housing units throughout Spartanburg County. Our department identified fifty – four
properties throughout Spartanburg County scheduled to receive rehabilitation and
soon become affordable housing units in the areas of the Arkwright, Startex, and the
Howard Street communities.
Housing Counseling Workshops
Spartanburg County Community Development provided hosing counseling to low to
moderate-income citizens in Spartanburg County. The housing Counseling
workshops were held quarterly for anyone that wanted to gain the needed knowledge
in becoming a first time homeowner. The workshops provided information on credit,
budgeting, saving, fair housing, mortgage closings, homeowner’s insurance, and
home maintenance. Predatory lending and payday advance videos were showed to
participants at the workshops in order to highlight the effect of someone using those
types of services. Participants were allowed to attend free one on one housing
counseling for up to two years in order to continue to address any challenging credit
issues. Synovus Mortgage contributed literature containing refinancing and first time
home buying process. Participants received a Homebuyers Educational Certificate
after completing the home buyers workshop sessions. On February 27th and May
15th an 8 hour homebuyer workshop was provided to anyone interested in purchasing
a home. This class was offered instead of the 4 week course (also 8 hours). We
have found that offering the course in a condensed one day class on a Saturday
improved the likelihood of attendance. The poor housing market and credit crunch
has hindered the progress of our homeownership course primarily because it now
takes longer for a potential homebuyer to save or meet credit requirements. Many
lenders are only providing mortgages to individuals with nearly perfect credit history.
As a result, those who are trying to improve credit ratings will have to wait longer to
be approved for financing.
Fair Housing Activities
Spartanburg County Council passed resolution proclaiming April as Fair Housing
Month in Spartanburg County. The resolution is displayed in our office showing our
support for Fair Housing.
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Spartanburg County collaborated with the City of Spartanburg, Spartanburg Housing
Authority, local colleges, churches, banks, senior centers, after school programs,
family self-sufficiency programs, boarding homes, local homeless shelters, apartment
complexes, girl scouts, and local day cares to advocate about Fair Housing. The
County collaborated with City of Spartanburg to provide free public services
announcements in Spanish and English on radio stations; and an advertisement on
channel 7& 62 during Fair Housing Month. Billboards were displayed in high traffic
areas and in Hispanic communities. The Fair Housing hotline telephone number was
displayed on the Sparta bus system, as well as in an ad in the Spartanburg Herald
Journal during the month of April. Literature, flyers, and advertisements advocating
Fair Housing were also dispersed throughout Spartanburg County at weekly
activities.
In FY09, Spartanburg County used a few new tactics to broaden its audience.
Throughout the month of April, Spartanburg County advertised a commercial about
Fair Housing on 107.3 JAMZ, a radio station that has a predominantly LMI and
minority listener base. In addition, a “banner” ad was placed on the 107.3 JAMZ
website. The best part of our outreach was our interview that aired on “Pause for the
Cause”. This show airs on Sunday mornings, and draws the largest audience of any
other radio show during the same hour. In the interview, a staff member discussed
Fair Housing, Fair Housing Month and further explained tenant rights. In addition,
important information regarding discrimination claims was shared. Spartanburg
County plans to continue its efforts to raise awareness of Fair Housing laws in the
upcoming year.
Spartanburg County Fair Housing Outreach:
Spartanburg County provided widespread outreach efforts throughout the county to
bring consciousness to citizens regarding their right to fair housing and related
issues. Spartanburg County conducted fair housing weekly activities throughout
Spartanburg County. In FY09, the primary focus of Fair Housing outreach was to
educate a “new” audience. This year, we specifically tried to reach beyond renters,
residents, and prospective homeowners to legislators, business leaders, lawyers,
landlords, and community organizations. Fair housing workshops were held and
flyers were distributed at local colleges, churches, banks, senior centers, after school
programs, family self-sufficiency programs, boarding homes, local homeless shelters,
apartment complexes, girl scouts, local day care centers, and county & city events.
The participants received handouts, flyers, pads, and pens that included information
on the local and national contact numbers for anyone that needed to report a Fair
Housing compliant. Spartanburg County provided fair housing handouts in Spanish
to the Hispanic citizens in Spartanburg County. A listing of fifty – one builders that
provide affordable housing in Spartanburg County is available for all citizens of
Spartanburg County in our in- house database.
In February 2010, a representative from Community Development spoke at a
workshop in coordination with the Spartanburg Housing Authority’s self sufficiency
program (PCC). Fair Housing education dovetailed rather well with the life skills
curriculum. At this meeting, promotional items were handed out (jar openers, pads,
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pens, pencils, cups) were distributed as a means to remind residents of the Fair
Housing Hotline, and to spread awareness. The following month, March, our Fair
Housing coordinator gave a seminar to the Spartanburg County Board of Realtors at
the Public Library. This seminar was put on in partnership with the Board, and was
open to the public. Its primary focus was to reach any potential homebuyer and
increase awareness as to Fair Housing rights. Approximately 40 people attended
this seminar. April was both CDBG month, and Fair Housing month and therefore
our department held significantly more programming. Throughout the month of April,
a “banner” was placed on the COX radio station 107.3 JAMZ website. This banner
advertised the Fair Housing Hotline, specifically. In addition, a radio commercial
explaining housing discrimination aired approximately 72 times. This commercial
also gave information regarding the course of action to be taken if discrimination
were to occur. 107.3 JAMZ has nearly 36,000 listeners from Spartanburg County. It
has the largest African American listener base, and our commercials reached nearly
1,842,822 people in the upstate. Of this fan base, 29% is LMI and 34% are renters.
In addition, this station ranks #1 for Women aged 18-49 and #1 Adults 25-54. At the
end of April, Spartanburg County held a Fair Housing Forum (4.22.10), partnered in a
Neighborhood Conference (4.24.10), participated in an Urban League job fair, and
held a Fair Housing Seminar with DSS. In addition, Brenda Oglesby spoke at the
Spartanburg Board of Realtors Quarterly meeting, where over 600 members were
present. Each of these events provided Spartanburg County with an opportunity to
reach the community and broaden its impact. Throughout the summer months,
information was disseminated to various agencies and non profits.
Fair Housing Partners:
Spartanburg Community College
Converse College
Spartanburg Methodist College
Wofford College
Banks in Spartanburg County (35 agencies)
Churches in Spartanburg County (140 churches)
Local Public Agencies (60)
Local radio stations (5)
Advertisement in Spartanburg Herald Journal
Hometown News – (6) Newspapers in Spartanburg County
La Opinion News – Hispanic Newspaper
Boarding Homes (3) in Spartanburg County
Local Homeless Shelters (4) in Spartanburg County
Apartment Managers (20) in Spartanburg County
Piedmont Community Action
Girls Scouts of Spartanburg
Kevin L. Williams, DMD
Department of Social Services
Sunshine House Day Care
Bethlehem Center
David White Law Offices
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One Stop Career Source
Spartanburg Science Center
Senior Assisted Living Faculties (7) in Spartanburg County
Spartanburg Board of Realtors
Urban League of Spartanburg
Crescent Hills Apartments After School Program
New Day Clubhouse
Seniors Center of Spartanburg
Boys& Girls Club of Spartanburg
Arch Ministries After School Program
Spartanburg Housing Authority Family Self- Sufficiency Program
SC Equal Justice Center
Habit of Humanity
Homebuilders Association of Spartanburg
Parks & Recreation
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CDBG Narrative
Spartanburg County undertakes a significant number of projects directed at improving the
health and well being of its citizens. Through our citizen participation process, projects are
identified and implemented in accordance with the goals and objectives of the department’s
Five Year Consolidated Plan.
Public Service Activities:
The 2009 program year yielded a high level of benefit – wide ranging various
demographics and programs. Spartanburg County supported multiple agencies
ranging from youth programs to emergency shelter services for the homeless. The
various agencies provided services to varying sectors of the population in
Spartanburg County—including the homeless. During our application process,
Community Development was careful to select those agencies that best served the
low to moderate income population throughout the county. Each of these agencies
were well suited to improve the quality of life for the LMI population, and covered a
wide range of geographic areas.
The majority of funding allocated to public service agencies is used to pay for the
operations of the program. However in some instances, funds are used to pay for
other services or supplies. The support provided to public service agencies not only
assists established non-profit organizations, but it also aids organizations that are still
in the early stages of development. The Startex Tucapau Community Action
Association is a prime example of such an organization. This organization is growing
and developing into an active community organization, providing its citizens with the
opportunity to be involved in improving their neighborhood. The majority of the public
service organizations funded by Spartanburg County leverage significant amounts of
funding, however in some instances the county is the primary source.
Community Development Activities:
Spartanburg County has identified Startex, SC as its targeted community to receive
infrastructure dollars. The department has spent extensive time with the local
community organization evaluating and prioritizing its needs. In FY2009, the majority
of community development activities were directed at improving public infrastructure.
Perhaps the most significant project entailed the re-surfacing of 12 roads in the
Startex Targeted Area. These roads had not been surfaced in decades, and as a
result residents were provided with a significant improvement of service. The project
was done in coordination with Spartanburg County Public Works department. The
partnership allowed Public Works to direct its funding to other projects and therefore
was able to better serve the needs of residents. In addition, Spartanburg County’s
partnership with Startex Jackson Wellford Duncan Water District has come to a close
as the project was completed. ADA compliant sidewalks were constructed
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throughout the mill village as new water lines and appurtenances were installed at
each home. Residents have experienced better water service, and infrastructure that
encourages more pedestrian travel.
Spartanburg County has formed partnerships with other agencies in an effort to enact
citizen based changes. As a result of community meetings, Spartanburg County met
with Spartanburg County Public Works and SCDOT in order to solve a major traffic
issue in Startex. Large dump trucks and tractor trailers use the community’s main
street as a thoroughfare for deliveries and often travel at speeds that are well above
regulations. In addition, stone retaining walls and angled streets created blind spots
for drivers trying to enter Main Street. As a result of our mutual collaboration,
SCDOT installed a 3 way stop at the Post Office Intersection in order to slow traffic.
This project did not use CDBG dollars, but was initiated and ultimately considered as
a result of staff time and concern.
Projects such as these have not only improved public safety, but have also promoted
activity (primarily physical) within the community. With these improvements, Startex
now has increased capacity for future development.
Health and Human Services
Spartanburg County Community Development Department has the responsibility of
providing staff support and some financial assistance to two major health and human
service boards and two very active committees.
Spartanburg County Disabilities and Special Needs Board
The Spartanburg County Disabilities and Special Needs Board has been in existence
since 1977 and is composed of a County Council appointed nine member Board
whose membership is represented by very active parents and other passionate
members of the community. Community Development Department offers assistance
in the areas of providing staff support, meeting space, keeping minutes, membership
records and convening all important meetings. The DSN Board is active in
collaboration with other service providers and interested citizens in making sure that
all current issues of the disability community are kept in front of our county and state
leaders. Various events and activities are held throughout the year in collaboration
with other disability organizations. The Carolina Miracle League provides
recreational opportunities for those who are interested in playing with a baseball team
on a specially designed baseball field for people with disabilities. The local DSN
Board was awarded an $8900 for 2009-2010 grant to assist in providing support for
the Board’s various activities. Due to state budgetary constraints, subsequent
funding amounts are unknown at this point.
This past year, the DSN board coordinated with the Charles Lea Center to host a
luncheon to raise awareness to some of the more pressing disability issues such as
family support for respite and extra care for the elderly with disabled older children.
All members of County Council and the county’s State Delegation to the South
Carolina Legislature were invited. Service providers were present and set up venues
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that displayed what specific services they offered. It proved to be a successful
gathering of all the important players.
Community Domestic Violence Coordinating Council
The Community Domestic Violence Coordinating Council is composed of fifteen
community members that are appointed by County Council. The composition of the
Council is reflective of the geographical make-up of the county as well as major
service providers and interested citizens. Each judicial district in South Carolina is
required by state law to have a council and this council is to be led by the Solicitor of
each judicial district. Spartanburg County provided staff support, keep minutes,
membership records and participate in major events and activities.
One of the major events of the CDVCC is its annual conference in October that
provides information, education and professional training for judges, social workers,
law enforcement, psychologists, ministers and others who have a vested interest in
domestic violence. This past October, an annual Balloon Vigil was held in October to
highlight victims and their families of domestic violence.
Elder Abuse Committee
A major committee that works under the auspices of the Council is a group called the
Elder Abuse Committee that focuses exclusively on issues that impact the elderly.
These issues are abuse, neglect and exploitation. Education, information,
collaboration and deep commitment are the things that bind this group together.
HIV-AIDS Committee
A second major committee that is supported by Community development is the HIVAIDS Committee. This group is composed of some 15-20 members, meets quarterly
and consists primarily of the major service providers in the county. They are
responsible for publishing a Spartanburg County Perspective which corroborates all
the specific detail related to the HIV-AIDS issue. Materials are available for local,
state, national, and global facts about aids. This publication is available in hard
copies and on line at www.spartanburgcounty.org. Various testing days are held
throughout the year and the major event is the World Aids Day held annually in
December of each year. Trainings and educational activities were also interspersed
over the course of the year
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Section VII: performance measurement
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SOURCE
OF
FUNDS
FISCAL
YEAR
ACTIVITY
PERFORMANCE
MEASUREMENT
UNITS
GENERAL
OBJECTIVE
CATEGORY
GENERAL
OUTCOME
CATEGORY
DOLLARS
SPENT
GOAL 1: HOUSING IMPROVEMENTS
HOME
2005
CHDO
Funds were used to construct
rental town homes in Draymont
Ridge.
12 Housing
Units
Decent
Housing
Sustainability
$138,566.03
CDBG
2005
Target Area Owner
Occupied Housing
Rehabilitation
Provide rehabilitation assistance
to single family substandard
homes.
6 Housing
Units
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$52,133.32
HOME
2006
Page Lake Property
Funds were used to construct
rental units at the Ridge at
Southport.
Reported in
FY08
CAPER
Decent
Housing
Affordability
$156,845.89
CDBG
2006
Target Area Owner
Occupied Housing
Rehabilitation
Provide rehabilitation assistance
to single family substandard
homes.
1 Housing
Unit
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$56,230.70
HOME
2007
CHDO
Funds were used to construct
units for transitional housing.
4 Housing
Units
Decent
Housing
Availability/
Accessibility
$30,725.00
CDBG
2007
Target Area Owner
Occupied Housing
Rehabilitation
Provide rehabilitation assistance
to single family substandard
homes.
2 Housing
Units
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$86,295.33
CDBG
2007
Countywide Owner
Occupied Housing
Rehabilitation
Provide rehabilitation assistance
to single family substandard
homes.
3 Housing
Units
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$29,858.75
CDBG
2008
Countywide Owner
Occupied Housing
Rehabilitation
Provide rehabilitation assistance
to single family substandard
homes.
9 Housing
Units
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$97,214.25
CDBG
2008
Temporary
Relocation
Provide temporary relocation
assistance to persons in
substandard homes.
1
Household
Decent
Housing
Availability/
Accessibility
$5,504.52
2008
Emergency and
Temporary
Relocation
Provide emergency and
temporary relocation assistance
to persons in substandard
housing.
2
Households
Decent
Housing
Sustainability
$70,000.00
CDBG
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CDBG
2009
Emergency and
Temporary
Relocation
CDBG
2008
Emergency Housing
Rehabilitation
CDBG
2006
Lead Based Paint
CDBG
2006
Housing Counseling
CDBG
2008
The Haven
CDBG
2009
The Haven
CDBG
2006
Target Area
Infrastructure
CDBG
2007
Target Area
Infrastructure
CDBG
2008
Target Area
Infrastructure
CDBG
2007
S.C. Legal Services
Provide emergency and
temporary relocation assistance
to persons in substandard
housing.
Provide emergency housing
rehabilitation assistance to
single family households
countywide.
Removes lead based paint
hazards in homes receiving
housing rehabilitation
assistance.
Provides a course on credit,
budget management,
homeownership, and the home
buying process.
7
Households
Suitable
Living
Environment
Availability/
Accessibility
$67,822.08
8 Housing
Units
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$67,639.08
Counted in
Housing
Rehab.
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$9,450.00
Reported in
FY08
CAPER
Decent
Housing
Sustainability
$93.86
Provide temporary housing for
homeless families.
134 People
Suitable
Living
Environment
Availability/
Accessibility
$25,000.00
Provide temporary housing for
homeless families.
60 People
Suitable
Living
Environment
Availability/
Accessibility
$30,000.00
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$88,986.32
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$173,170.80
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$197,696.61
Economic
Opportunity
Availability/
Accessibility
$874.65
GOAL II: QUALITY OF LIFE IMPROVEMENTS
Improvements to public
infrastructure including water,
691 People
sidewalk, and handicapped
accessibility.
Improvements to public
infrastructure including water,
691 People
sidewalk, and handicapped
accessibility.
Improvements to public
infrastructure including water,
691 People
sidewalk, and handicapped
accessibility.
Free legal assistance and
guidance for LMI residents of the
Startex Targeted area.
6 People
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2007
STCAA
To encourage economic growth
and improving quality of life in
Startex through community
projects and education.
691 People
Suitable
Living
Environment
Availability/
Accessibility
$1,668.09
691 People
Suitable
Living
Environment
Availability/
Accessibility
$3,184.44
CDBG
2008
STCAA
To encourage economic growth
and improving quality of life in
Startex through community
projects and education.
CDBG
2008
Arch Ministries
To provide a safe after school
learning environment for
Hispanic children in Una.
Reported in
FY08
Caper
Suitable
Living
Environment
Availability/
Accessibility
$3,039.40
CDBG
2009
Arch Ministries
To provide a safe after school
learning environment for
Hispanic children in Una.
42 People
Suitable
Living
Environment
Availability/
Accessibility
$27,000.00
Benefit is
determined
when site
developed.
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$30,725.90
CDBG
2009
Brownfield Match
Matching funds for Spartanburg
County's EPA Brownfield Clean
Up Grant for the Victor Mill site.
CDBG
2008
BTC
To train customers in office and
computer skills and help with job
placement.
Reported in
FY08
Caper
Economic
Opportunity
Availability/
Accessibility
$5,101.57
CDBG
2009
BTC
To train customers in office and
computer skills and help with job
placement.
57 People
Economic
Opportunity
Availability/
Accessibility
$11,340.00
CDBG
2008
Carolina Miracle
League
Facilitate a baseball league
specifically for physically and
mentally handicapped children
86 People
Suitable
Living
Environment
Availability/
Accessibility
$19,695.49
CDBG
2009
Christmas In Action
Coordinate volunteer teams to
perform basic repair work on
homes for LMI families.
Rebuild day
in October.
Suitable
Living
Environment
Sustainability
$7,757.12
Fair Housing
Promote Fair Housing
awareness, and dispel common
misconceptions about housing
discrimination.
112,969
People
Decent
Housing
Availability/
Accessibility
$8,795.27
CDBG
2009
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2009
Transitions Match
CDBG
2008
YMCA
To transition homeless
individuals into permanent
housing as well as improving
money management skills.
Youth Achievers program offers
academic assistance, &
encourages students to attain
higher education.
14 People
Decent
Housing
Availability/
Accessibility
$25,000.00
Reported in
FY08
CAPER
Economic
Opportunity
Sustainability
$2,667.44
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DATE
TIME
LOCATION
REASON for MEETING
Sept. 8, 2009
6:00 PM
Community Services Bldg.
Public Hearing CAPER
Dec. 8, 2009
6:00 PM
Community Services Bldg
Feb.23, 2010
6:00 PM
Community Services Bldg
Public Hearing
Amendment FYs 2005, 2007, 2008, and 2009 Annual
Action Plans CDBG Funds
Public Hearing
Annual Action Plan
Amendment FY 2008 Annual Action Plan CDBG Funds
Sept. 9, 2010
6:00 PM
Community Services Bldg.
# ATTENDING
STAFF
OTHERS
COMMENTING
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Public Hearing CAPER
3
(3 staff)
3
(2 staff)
11
(5 staff)
None
Received
NOTICES
Sept. 1 - Sept. 15, 2009
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Public Comment CAPER
Nov. 15 & Nov. 18, 2009
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Availability of Funds & RFP
Applications Due 1/08/10
Nov. 19 - Dec. 18, 2009
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Apr. 1 – Apr. 30, 2010
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Sept. 3 – Sept. 17, 2010
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Public Comment
Amendment FYs 2005, 2007, 2008, and 2009 Annual
Action Plans CDBG Funds
Public Comment
Annual Action Plan
Amendment FY 2008 Annual Action Plan CDBG Funds
Public Comment CAPER
Mar. 15, 2010
5:30 PM
County Adm. Bldg.
Mar. 15, 2009
5:30 PM
County Adm. Bldg.
Mar. 15, 2010
5:30 PM
County Adm. Bldg.
None
Received
----
None
Received
None
Received
None
Received
COUNTY COUNCIL
Review/Approve
Annual Action Plan
Resolution
National Community Development Week
April 4 - 10, 2010
Resolution
Fair Housing Month- April
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Nov. 5 – 12, 2009
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Email/phone Poll
Feb. 9, 2010
6:00 PM
Community Services Bldg
Review/Approve
Amendment FYs 2005, 2007, 2008 and 2009 Annual
Action Plans CDBG Funds
Review/Approve
Annual Action Plan
Amendment FY 2008 Annual Action Plan CDBG Funds
7 of 8 members
responded, all
affirmatively
12
7 of 8 members
attended
see minutes
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CERTIFICATIONS of CONSISTENCY with the CONSOLIDATED PLAN
and
OTHER SUPPORT LETTERS
Cert of
Consistency/
Other
AGENCY REQUESTING
Upstate Homeless Coalition
PROJECT NAME
NAME of FEDERAL
PROGRAM/Other GRANT
PROVIDER
DATE
SIGNED
The Village Ministry of Spartanburg
Cert. of
Consistency
Support letter
City of Spartanburg
Support letter
The Butterfly Foundation
Support letter
Upstate Homeless Coalition
The Butterfly Foundation
Cert. of
Consistency
Cert. of
Consistency
Cert. of
Consistency
Cert. of
Consistency
Cert. of
Consistency
Cert. of
Consistency
Support letter
The Urban League of the Upstate
Support Letter
Una New Life Center Non-Profit Inc./
and the Neighborhood Association
of Una, Saxon, Arcadia, Fairforest
and Monks Grove
The Urban League of the Upstate
Support Letter
Leaders in Environmental Action Pilots
Program (LEAP)
SC DHEC
Jan. 29, 2010
Support Letter
Urban e-Link program
Housing Authority of the City of
Spartanburg
May 21, 2010
Upstate Homeless Coalition
Upstate Homeless Coalition/DMH
Upstate Homeless Coalition
Upstate Homeless Coalition
The Butterfly Foundation
Housing Counseling
U.S. Housing and Urban Development
July 1, 2009
ARRA Strengthening Communities
Funds - Government Capacity Building
Program
Fair Housing Initiative Program Grant
(FHIP)
Housing Trust Fund designation
Department of Health and Human
Services
July 2, 2009
U.S. Housing and Urban Development
Sept. 9, 2009
South Carolina Housing Trust Fund
Oct. 6, 2009
RAVE
U.S. Housing and Urban Development
– Supportive Housing Program
U.S. Housing and Urban Development
– Supportive Housing Program
U.S. Housing and Urban Development
– Supportive Housing Program
U.S. Housing and Urban Development
– Supportive Housing Program
U.S. Housing and Urban Development
– Supportive Housing Program
U.S. Housing and Urban Development
– Supportive Housing Program
Spartanburg County Foundation
Oct. 16, 2009
Spartanburg County Foundation
Dec. 8, 2009
HMIS
Shelter Plus Care
Transitions 2000
Pride TWO
Butterfly Housing Assistance
SC Rural Communities Compassion
Project grant
SC Rural Communities Compassion
Project grant
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Oct. 16, 2009
Oct. 16, 2009
Oct. 16, 2009
Oct. 29, 2009
Nov. 12, 2009
Appendix A: maps
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Appendix B: Reports
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