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Meeting Date:	04/11/2023
Texas Community Development Block Grant Application for Colonia Fund Construction Program
Submitted for:	Silvia Martinez	Submitted By:	Silvia Martinez
Department:	Water Utilities

Subject:

Discussion and possible action to authorize the development and submission of a Texas Community Development Block Grant application to the Texas Department of Agriculture for the Colonia Fund-Construction Program in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000.00 for housing rehabilitation in Colonias Oilton, Bruni, Antonio Santos, Penitas West and Tanquesitos; and approving a resolution for authorizaation of grant submission to TDA, and authorizing the County Judge to act as the County's Executive Officer and Authorized Representative in all matters pertaining to the County's participation in the Colonia Fund Construction Program. No match is required. All required documents were sent for review through the Economic Development Department and the solicitation is compliant with the Webb County Single Point of Contact (SPOC) procedures.

Issue: Webb County has a need for the increase and improvement of affordable housing.

Solution: Applying for Texas Department of Agriculture funds will improve suitable living conditions.

Result: Improvement in the quality of affordable housing in Webb County that is safe, decent, and sanitary.

Background:

Grant funds are being sought from the Texas Department of Agriculture-Colonia Fund Construction Program for housing rehabilitation for Colonias Oilton, Bruni, Antonio Santos, Penitas West and Tanquesitos.

Previous Court Action:

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Fiscal Impact

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Funding Source:	N/a
Balance:	N/a
Financial Impact:
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Resolution
4-11-2023 Item #9.a - Resolution No.041123-9A - Executed