TO: Members of the City Council
FROM: Mayor Angela Birney
DEPARTMENT DIRECTOR CONTACT(S):
Planning and Community Development
Carol Helland
425-556-2107
DEPARTMENT STAFF:
Planning and Community Development
Seraphie Allen
Deputy Director
Planning and Community Development
Brooke Buckingham
Human Services Manager
Planning and Community Development
Alaric Bien
Senior Human Services Planner
TITLE:
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Approval of an Amendment to Interlocal Agreements governing HOME Investment Partnership and Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding
OVERVIEW STATEMENT:
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HUD is requiring that King County amend the Interlocal Cooperation Agreements (ICAs) with partner cities to include language related to fair housing and civil rights obligations. The language in the ICAs must reflect what King County is doing in practice. King County certifies annually that they are meeting the required obligations related to fair housing and civil rights. The amendment is a technical amendment only; no changes have been made to the substance of the ICA.
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? Additional Background Information/Description of Proposal Attached
REQUESTED ACTION:
? Receive Information ? Provide Direction ? Approve
REQUEST RATIONALE:
* Relevant Plans/Policies:
The City's procurement policy requires Council approval of interlocal agreements with other government entities.
* Required:
HUD is requiring this amended language to comply with federal fair housing law.
* Council Request:
N/A
* Other Key Facts:
King County certifies annually that we are meeting the required obligations related to fair housing and civil rights. The amendment is a technical amendment only; no changes have been made to the substance of the ICA.
OUTCOMES:
Redmond's participation in this Interlocal Agreement ensures continued funding for human services programs and eligible capital projects. These investments currently support emergency shelter and affordable housing.
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