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TO: Aurora City Council
FROM: Mayor Thomas J. Weisner
DATE: June 8, 2015
SUBJECT:
A Resolution recommending appointments and reappointments to the Block Grant Working Committee.
PURPOSE:
The purpose of this memo is to recommend the appointment of three new candidates and the reappointment of two existing members to the Block Grant Working Committee (BGWC). Committee members are nominated by the Aldermen.
DISCUSSION:
Every five years, the City of Aurora develops a long-term strategic plan called the Consolidated Plan, which must be submitted annually to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) in order to receive federal funds.
As a recipient of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and other federal funds from HUD, the City of Aurora must follow strict criteria in the creation and implementation of the Consolidated Plan. To comply with the city's consolidated plan, a resolution "Adopting a Citizen Participation Plan for the City of Aurora Community Development Block Grant Program" was passed, which includes an advisory body known as the Block Grant Working Committee (BGWC). The BGWC serves as an advisory body regarding the city's use of CDBG funds.
The BGWC is comprised of one member from each ward in the city who is nominated by the Alderman of that ward. There are also three members-at-large, appointed by the Mayor and each Aldermen-At-Large. The committee works with the Neighborhood Redevelopment Division (NRD), reviewing applications and providing feedback, advising the NRD regarding fund distribution and providing recommendations for the Annual Action Plan (AAP).
Serving on the BGWC provides residents the opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of available programs and address specific areas of concern in their respective wards. Member's terms coincide with their respective Alderman's term.
To updated committee membership and provide the opportunity for all wards to submit candidates, the Mayo...
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