KITSAP COUNTY BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM

The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Division is funded through the Federal Department of Housing & Urban Development (HUD). The purpose of the Division is to provide administration and support for Kitsap County’s allocation of Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership Program Funds.

The Community Development Block Grant program works with low income housing, and supportive services for individuals and families, to provide safe and healthy housing and self-reliant living.  We support agencies, non-profits, governments and individuals to identify, address and fund long term solutions and projects that reduce homelessness, advance the availability of affordable housing, and increase the social and economic vitality of neighborhoods and individuals.

Grant decisions are made through a public application process each year that includes review and recommendations of a Citizen Advisory Board appointed by the Kitsap Regional Coordinating Council (KRCC).
(see www.kitsapgov.com/volunteer/default.htm for interest as a CAB volunteer with CDBG). The KRCC approves the allocation of these federal funds to eligible applicants whose services and projects address the needs identified in the Consolidated Plan.

Bonnie Tufts, Manager
360-337-4606
btufts@co.kitsap.wa.us

Shannon Bauman
360-337-7272
sbauman@co.kitsap.wa.us

Kallie Wood
360-337-7285
kgwood@co.kitsap.wa.us

Shirley Rodney
360-337-7285
srodney@co.kitsap.wa.us

"Program Overview - A Power Point Display"

HUD Required Annual Reports

•   2007 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)

•  2006 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)

Plans

2006-2010 Consolidated Plan

As a recipient of grant funds from the Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Kitsap County and the City of Bremerton participate in and maintain a Consolidated Plan.  The Consolidated Plan is an overall strategy for housing and community development in Kitsap County and its Cities.  It is a prerequisite to receiving federal HUD funds and guides the County in its consideration and appropriation of grant funds.  The Plan contains statistical information, vision statements, policies and strategies that will guide future uses.  The Consolidated Plan also contains the Annual Action Plan.  The Action Plan includes all of the projects funded for a particular year.  To view the most recent Consolidated Plan or the Current Year’s Action Plan click on the links below.

• 2006-2010 Consolidated Plan  –  3 - 5 Year Strategic Plan Portion
• Amendment to 2006-2010 Kitsap County Consolidated Plan for Inclusion of Section 108 Funds - Legal Ad for Public Comment

Action Plans

• 2008  Action Plan

Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing

The Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice is required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) of all state and local governments that receive housing and community development funds.  To view the most recent analysis click on the link below.

• Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing in Kitsap County
   

Kitsap County Action Plan to Reduce Homelessness by 50% By 2015

The 10-year plan to reduce homelessness was initiated by HUD and the US Interagency Council on Homelessness.  The plan established goals and actions to reduce homelessness in Kitsap County.  The plan was prepared by the Kitsap County Continuum of Care.  The Continuum of Care membership is comprised of public and non profit agencies that provide services to homeless individuals.  To view the most recent plan click on the link below.

• Kitsap County Action Plan to Reduce Homelessness

Annual Application Process

2009 Application and Policy for Use of Funds

 Legal Ad

Funded Projects

CDBG and HOME project funding is based on the type of project proposed.  CDBG funds can be used for public service, capital projects, planning or economic development. HOME funds can be used for housing.  Projects which are selected for funding by the Citizen Advisory Board and approved by the Kitsap Regional Coordinating Council are included in that year’s Action Plan.  To view projects funded for a particular year click on the link below.  To view the current year’s Action Plan click on the link above under Plans.

Previous Year Allocations

1997

1996

HUD Links

• U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD Homepage)

• Income Limits

• Rent Limits

• HUD CDBG Home Page

Community Partner Links

• Kitsap Housing Coalition

• KRCC

• Community Resource

• Homeownership Center

• Fair Housing Center

• Community Development Corporation

Events

·         Home Ownership Expo

Census Data

·         Puget Sound Regional Council