SUBJECT
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A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Laredo, Texas, authorizing the City Manager to submit the 2025-2029 Five Year Consolidated Plan, and its 2025-2026 One Year Action Plan to U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The City anticipates receiving $2,859.543.00 in the 51st Action Year Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, $946,902.88 through the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, and $266,495.00 through the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG). An additional $80,000.00 is anticipated to be received in Housing Rehabilitation Revolving Loan Funds, and $125,000.00 in HOME program income. Also authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents as a result of the plan’s submission.
The City of Laredo Community Development Department’s plan identifies the projects to be funded by HUD through entitlement program funds and anticipated program income, which are as follows:
51st AY Community Development Block Grant
1) Community Development Administration $571,908.00
2) Housing Rehabilitation Administration $387,635.00
3) Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program $800,000.00
4) Public Service - Homeless Services $400,000.00
5) Section 108 Loan Repayment $400,000.00
6) Rental Rehabilitation Program $300,000.00
TOTAL: $2,859,543.00
Revolving Loan
7) Housing Rehabilitation Revolving Loan Administration $10,000.00
8) Housing Rehabilitation Revolving Loan Program $70,000.00
TOTAL: $80,000.00
HOME Investment Partnerships Grant
9) HOME Program Administration $94,500.00
10) Down Payment Assistance Program $180,000.00
11) Tenant-Based Rental Assistance (PI&EN) $365,000.00
12) Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) $150,000.00
13) Homeowner Reconstruction Program $132,402.88
14) HOME Affordable Rental Housing Program $150,000.00
TOTAL: $1,071,902.88
Emergency Solutions Grant
15) ESG Program Administration $20,000.00
16) Emergency Shelter-Shelter Operations $85,000.00
17) Emergency Shelter- Essential Services $30,000.00
18) Street Outreach $35,000.00
19) Rapid Re-Housing $40,045.00
20) Homelessness Prevention $50,000.00
21) Homeless Management Information System (HMIS) $6,450.00
TOTAL: $266,495.00
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VIVA LAREDO PLAN ALIGNMENT
Alignment Rating: Strong
Supporting goal(s)/policy(ies):
Goal 7.8 - Improve access to medical care (Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan, p. 7.27)
“Collaborate with private, non-profit, and other governmental entities to establish and implement a method for recruiting and retaining medical providers.”
“Distribute primary care offices, clinics, and laboratories, amongst the various districts and neighborhoods that make up the city.”
Policy 7.2.6 - Increase availability of safe, stable, and affordable housing (p. 7.23)
“Encourage rehabilitation of the existing housing stock, along with public-private development of new affordable housing units.”
Goal 7.1 - Provide housing for all residents (p. 7.21)
“Promote housing that meets the needs of Laredo residents regardless of age, income, or ability.”
Policy 7.2.8 - Support homeless services and housing stability (p. 7.23)
“Fund shelter operations and emergency housing support for homeless individuals and families.”
Summary of alignment:
This resolution demonstrates strong alignment with the Viva Laredo Comprehensive Plan. It operationalizes federal funding to advance key housing, homelessness, and neighborhood stabilization priorities explicitly articulated in Goals 7.1, 7.2, and 7.8. The Plan’s provisions for rehabilitating housing stock, promoting affordable housing, and improving access to supportive services are directly supported through the proposed HUD investments.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL ACTION
On February 18, 2025, public hearing was held at the City Council meeting to provide the community an opportunity to comment on their housing and community needs and the projects they wish to see funded. No comments were received.
On June 2, 2025, a second public hearing was held at a regular City Council meeting to allow the public and City Council to comment on the proposed projects for the 2025-2029 Five Year Consolidated Plan, and its 2025-2026 One Year Action Plan. No comments were received.
BACKGROUND
The City of Laredo is recognized as an entitlement City by HUD and is eligible in the next fiscal year to receive 51st Action Year CDBG, HOME, and ESG program funds. The award of funds is contingent on the submission and approval of the Five Year Consolidated Plan and its Annual Action Plan, which specifically details the activities/projects to be funded with HUD Program funds. The Consolidated Planning Process requires that citizens be provided an opportunity to comment on the proposed use for funds and that a public hearing be held to receive comments. As such, the citizen participation process included a series of public notices, a virtual meeting and public hearings. City staff also met at several publicized locations to collect surveys regarding the need for programs and services in the community prior to the preparation of the draft plan.
As a point of reference, CDBG funds are intended to assist in the development of viable urban communities, by providing decent housing, creating a suitable living
environment and expanding economic opportunities, principally for persons of low and
moderate income. All CDBG assisted activities must either benefit low and moderate-income persons, aid in the prevention or elimination of slums and blight; and/or
address other community development needs that present a serious and immediate threat to the health or welfare of the community.
HOME funds are intended to expand the supply of affordable housing for very low income and low-income persons.
ESG funds are intended to provide shelter, supportive services and other assistance to homeless persons and persons on the verge of becoming homeless.
The plans were available for public review and comment for a period of 30 days which started on May 23rd and ended on June 23rd, 2025. Copies of the draft Plans were available to be viewed in person at the offices of the City Secretary located in City Hall at 1110 Houston, 3rd Floor, and at the Laredo Public Library located at 1120 E. Calton Road during the hours of operation. A copy of the plans was also available at the Department of Community Development located at 1301 Farragut, Transit Center, 3rd Floor, East Wing, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. The plan can also be viewed in the Community Development Department website at: https://www.cityoflaredo.com/departments/community-development
In addition, two public hearings were held on February 18, 2025 and June 2, 2025 during
the City Council meeting, to receive comments from the public and City Council. No comments were received.
COMMITTEE RECOMMENDATION
N/A
STAFF RECOMMENDATION
recommendation
That this resolution be approved.
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Fiscal Impact
Fiscal Year: 2025-2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: CDBG
Account #: 211-9710
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
CDBG Funds: $2,859,543.00
Housing Rehabilitation Revolving Loan: $80,000.00
Fiscal Year: 2025-2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: HOME
Account #: 217-6970
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Home Investment Partnership Program: $946,902.88
HOME Program Income: $125,000.00
Fiscal Year: 2025-2026
Budgeted Y/N?: Y
Source of Funds: ESG
Account #: 219-9752
Change Order: Exceeds 25% Y/N: N
FINANCIAL IMPACT:
Emergency Solutions Grant (SEG): $266,495.00