Department: Public Health Services
Department Head/Elected Official: Barbie L. Robinson, MPP, JD, CHC - Executive Director
Regular or Supplemental RCA: Regular RCA
Type of Request: Grant
Project ID (if applicable): N/A
Vendor/Entity Legal Name (if applicable): U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
MWDBE Contracted Goal (if applicable): N/A
MWDBE Current Participation (if applicable): N/A
Justification for 0% MWDBE Participation Goal: N/A - Goal not applicable to request
Request Summary (Agenda Caption):
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Request by Public Health Services for approval to submit an application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for grant funds in the amount of $5,750,000, with a required match of $750,000, for the Lead Hazard Reduction Grant Program.
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Background and Discussion:
The Housing and Urban Development Grant (HUD) Office of Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes (OLHCHH) and the Harris County Housing and Community Development (HCHCD) Program's primary objective is the development of viable urban communities by providing the following, principally for persons of low and moderate income: lead-safe and healthy housing; a suitable living environment; and expanded economic opportunities. The funds can be used for qualifying activities including acquisition, construction and social services.
Expected Impact:
The development of viable urban communities by providing the following, principally for persons of low and moderate income: lead-safe and healthy housing; a suitable living environment; and expanded economic opportunities.
Alternative Options:
Not Applicable.
Alignment with Goal(s):
_ Justice and Safety
_ Economic Opportunity
X Housing
X Public Health
_ Transportation
_ Flooding
X Environment
_ Governance and Customer Service
Prior Court Action (if any):
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Action Taken
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Location:
Address (if applicable): N/A
Precinct(s): Countywide
Fiscal and Personnel Summary
Service Name
Lead Hazard Reduction ...
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