Fort Walton Beach Resolution — 2025-13 Resolution Adopting the FY 2025-30 CDBG Consolidated Plan & FY 2025-26 Annual Action Plan — reading text

funds will leverage those additional resources ( private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements will be satisfied Fort Walton Beach makes every reasonable effort to leverage financial support from other sources for projects receiving federal grant funds. CDBG program applicants must identify project funding from other sources as part of the competitive application process. As part of the project selection process, projects with other non-federal leverage funding receive additional points based on the amount of other non- federal funding contributed to the project. This process encourages applicants to structure project funding to include additional private, state and local resources to leverage federal funds Consolidated Plan FORT WALTON BEACH 92 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)  If appropriate, describe publically owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs identified in the plan The City is currently assessing its surplus properties to determine their potential for development as affordable workforce housing. Discussion The City expects to receive Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding to support its strategic goals. It will continue collaborating with community partners to advance the priorities identified in its planning efforts." Consolidated Plan FORT WALTON BEACH 93 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)  Annual Goals and Objectives AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives Goals Summary Information Sort Goal Name Start End Category Geographic Needs Addressed Funding Goal Order Year Year Area Outcome Indicator 1 Public Service 2025 2030 Homeless FORT Public Services CDBG: Non- WALTON 19,810.50 Homeless BEACH Special Needs Non-Housing Community Development 2 Public Facility 2025 2030 Homeless FORT Public Facility Improvements Non- WALTON Improvements Homeless BEACH Rehabilitation/ Nuisances Special Abatement/ Sewer Needs Lateral Non-Housing Community Development 3 Administration 2025 2030 FORT Administration / CDBG: WALTON Planning 26,414.00 BEACH 4 Rehabilitation/ Nuisances 2025 2030 Non- Rehabilitation/ Nuisances Abatement/ Sewer Homeless Abatement/ Sewer Lateral Special Lateral Needs Table 56 – Goals Summary Consolidated Plan FORT WALTON BEACH 94 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)  Goal Descriptions 1 Goal Name Public Service Goal Public service activities for low- and moderate-income individuals and families Description focus on providing essential support that improves daily living and promotes self- sufficiency. These services may include job training, childcare assistance, health care, food distribution, transportation services, financial counseling, and programs for seniors or individuals with disabilities. The goal is to reduce barriers, address basic needs, and enhance opportunities for stability and long-term success in underserved communities. 2 Goal Name Public Facility Improvements Goal Public facilities activities that support low- and moderate-income individuals and Description families include the development, improvement, or rehabilitation of spaces that provide essential community services. Such projects aim to enhance quality of life, expand access to resources, and promote stability and well-being for individuals and families in low-income neighborhoods 3 Goal Name Administration Goal CDBG administrative activities involve the planning, management, oversight, and Description reporting necessary to ensure the effective operation of the program. 4 Goal Name Rehabilitation/ Nuisances Abatement/ Sewer Lateral Goal Rehabilitation, nuisance abatement, and sewer lateral activities aim to improve Description housing conditions and public health in low- and moderate-income communities. Consolidated Plan FORT WALTON BEACH 95 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)  Projects AP-35 Projects – 91.220(d) Introduction This year's activities were developed fully utilizing the citizen participation process. The program was advertised and applications for funding were received. City staff reviewed the applications and forwarded them to the Citizen's Advisory Committee (CAC) for review. The CAC then approved projects based on needs, priorities, and funding. The following is the final list of activities that were approved for the 2025-2026 CDBG program: Projects Project Name 1 Planning & Administration 2 Public Services 3 Public Facilities 4 Rehabilitation/ Nuisances Abatement/ Sewer Lateral Table 57 – Project Information Consolidated Plan FORT WALTON BEACH 96 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)  AP-50 Geographic Distribution – 91.220(f) Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and minority concentration) where assistance will be directed 1. Target Area 1 - Hollywood Blvd NE (north), Elm Ave SE (east), Eglin Pkwy SE (west), Miracle Strip Pkwy SE & Santa Rosa Sound (south). 2. Target Area 2 - Hollywood Blvd SW (north), Beal Pkwy SW & Miracle Strip Pkwy SE (east), between Hollywood Blvd SW & Miracle Strip Pkwy SW (west), Santa Rosa Sound (south). 3. Target Area 3 – Sullivan St. NW (north), Jonquil Ave NW (east), Mary Esther Cutoff NW & one block W of Jonquil Ave NW (west), N of Bryn Mawr Blvd & Hollywood Blvd NW (south). 4. Target Area 4 – Specific properties between Racetrack Rd NW (north), James Lee Rd (east), Denton Blvd NW (west), and Bob Sikes Blvd (south). 5. Target Area 5 – Specific properties located between Lewis Turner Blvd (north), Hospital Rd (west), Fort Walton Beach Golf Course (east), & Racetrack Rd NW (south). Geographic Distribution Target Area Percentage of Funds FORT WALTON BEACH 100 Table 58 - Geographic Distribution Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically CDBG funds are allocated throughout the corporate city limits, to address immediate needs through projects that benefit low to moderate income persons and/ or areas. Fort Walton Beach is a small but diverse city. Many parts of the city are interconnected and there are low and moderate-income areas across the city. Discussion The City of Fort Walton Beach will use CDBG funds to implement projects to address immediate needs. Funds may be used for eligible projects in any area within the City limits. Low to moderate income area benefit must be used within a low- to moderate-income (at least 70%) census tract area as defined by HUD. Although these areas have historically been the focus of funding priorities, the transition to the use of American Community Survey (ACS) data from U.S. Census Bureau data in 2025 resulted in the City now prioritizes funding priorities based on need & eligibility city wide. Consolidated Plan FORT WALTON BEACH 97 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)  Affordable Housing AP-55 Affordable Housing – 91.220(g) Introduction The City’s Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) encourages the private sector in their effort to secure additional public and private funds for affordable housing, community, and economic development. No CDBG funds are allocated to provide homeless with affordable housing. One Year Goals for the Number of Households to be Supported Homeless 0 Non-Homeless 0 Special-Needs 0 Total 0 Table 59 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Requirement One Year Goals for the Number of Households Supported Through Rental Assistance 0 The Production of New Units 0 Rehab of Existing Units 0 Acquisition of Existing Units 0 Total 0 Table 60 - One Year Goals for Affordable Housing by Support Type Discussion Fort Walton Beach has a small number of public housing units. The Housing Authority plans on continuing with their 5-year Capital Fund Action Plan to address the most needed repairs for public housing. The Housing Authority works closely with Project90 to encourage residents to become more involved in management and participation in homeownership. Consolidated Plan FORT WALTON BEACH 98 OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)  AP-60 Public Housing – 91.220(h) Introduction The Fort Walton Beach Housing Authority (FWBHA) does not operate under the Comprehensive Grant Program. The FWBHA receives assistance through the Comprehensive Improvement Assistance Program CIAP). The FWBHA has not been designated as "troubled" by HUD. The