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Spokane Valley Council Agrees to Continue County Consortium for HUD Grants
The council was presented with four options for administering HUD entitlement grants (CDBG, HOME, and ESG) for the next three years, with staff recommending Option 1: continuing to defer entitlement status and participate in the county consortium. This option maintains the status quo, with the county administering the funds and no additional staff required for the city. The city has four representatives on the Housing and Community Development Advisory Committee (HCDAC), providing a strong voice in funding recommendations, though the Board of County Commissioners has final authority. The city has received substantial benefits from the county consortium in recent years, exceeding its direct entitlement allocation. Option 2 involves accepting direct CDBG funds, requiring significant administrative capacity and additional city funding. Option 3 proposes a joint agreement with the county, which the county has not indicated support for due to liability. Option 4 involves deferring to the state CDBG program, risking loss of regional funds. The council reached consensus to continue with Option 1.
Spokane Valley Pursues Grant for Edgecliffe Park Renovation Master Plan
The council discussed an opportunity to apply for a Planning for Recreation Access (PRA) grant through the Recreation Conservation Office (RCO) to develop a renovation master plan for Edgecliffe Park. This park, inherited from Spokane County and last upgraded around 2008, is experiencing aging infrastructure and lacks adequate ADA access. The grant, which requires no matching funds, would fund the planning phase for potential future renovations. Edgecliffe Park is located in an area with lower median household income and a higher diversity index, identified as an area of need. The application process scores projects based on location, density, and applicant history; while Edgecliffe Park benefits from its location and density, the city's history of receiving RCO grants results in zero points for applicant history. The council gave consensus to submit the application, likely seeking $80,000 to $100,000.
Spokane Valley Commits to County Consortium for HUD Grant Administration
The council discussed the HUD entitlement grants process, specifically CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs. Staff recommended continuing participation in the Spokane County Consortium (Option 1) due to the city's current success and resource limitations. This approach allows the county to administer the funds, saving the city administrative costs and staff resources. Options for direct administration or joint agreements were evaluated but deemed less feasible or beneficial for the city and the region. The city has a strong voice within the consortium through its representation on the HCDAC. The council unanimously agreed to continue with Option 1, deferring direct entitlement.
Spokane Valley to Seek RCO Grant for Edgecliffe Park Master Plan
The council reached consensus to submit an application for the PRA Planning for Recreation Access grant to develop a renovation master plan for Edgecliffe Park. This grant, from the Recreation Conservation Office (RCO), requires no matching funds. The park needs upgrades due to aging infrastructure and lack of ADA accessibility. The application will highlight the park's location in a lower-income, diverse neighborhood, despite the city's history of receiving RCO grants reducing its score in that category. The potential grant amount is estimated between $80,000 and $100,000.
Spokane Valley Approves Speed Limit Modifications for Three New School Zones
The council approved Resolution No. 26-007, amending the master speed limit schedule. This housekeeping measure cleans up the schedule related to past relocations or revisions and ensures compliance with current state codes. Three new school zones are proposed for existing schools: Central Valley High School, East Valley High School, and a section of 4th Avenue in front of the Ruben Trejo Dual Language Academy (formerly Pratt Elementary). These additions aim to improve safety in school areas. Councilmember Kelly thanked the presenter for their work on school zone crossings, which are a frequent community concern.
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