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CDBG Advisory Committee
Member | Year Appointed |
Term Expires |
---|---|---|
Rika Clement | 2020 |
2021 |
Paul Goulston | 2017 |
2023 |
Andrew Grant - Thomas | 2018 |
2021 |
Gail Lansky, Chair | 2016 |
2022 |
Nathanael Larson | 2018 |
2023 |
Becky Michaels | 2020 |
2023 |
Lucas Hanscom | 2020 |
2022 |
NEW: 2021 Grant Application Process and Schedule
2021 cdbg pROPOSALS are AVAILABLE FOR review!
Project Proposals are available and due December 18th by 12 PM
2021 Social Service Request for Proposals (Word and PDF format)
2021 NON-Social Service Request for Proposals (Word and PDF format)
2021 Target Area Map
November 17 Public Meeting link:
https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/88551315812and will accommodate
public comment to the extent practical. To join the meeting via telephone: Call (312) 626-6799 or (646) 876-9923 and enter Webinar ID when prompted: 885 5131 5812.
Online Survey
Thanks to everyone who completed the online survey form. There were 200 responses.
November 10, 7 PM Public Hearing
The CDBG Advisory Committee is holding a public hearing to receive comments on priorities and target areas for the 2021 application. The Zoom information to access the hearing is https://amherstma.zoom.us/j/87895826171, or by phone 1 312 626 6799 or +1 646 876 9923, with Webinar ID: 878 9582 6171
2021 Application Process Meeting Dates:
September |
September 17, 2020-- CDBG Advisory Committee Public Hearing to review current activities and hear comments about priorities and ideas for 2021 grant process. |
October |
October 13, 2020-- CDBG Advisory Committee Public Meeting to set 2021 grant application schedule, discuss proposal format, priorities, and target areas. |
November |
November 10, 2020-- CDBG Advisory Committee Public Hearing to receive comments on social service priorities, non-social service priorities, target areas, and review criteria. |
November 17, 2019-- CDBG Advisory Committee Public Meeting to review comments from public hearing and finalize Request For Proposals, including review criteria. | |
November 20, 2020-- Issue Request for Proposals | |
December | December 18, 2020-- Proposals DUE by noon |
January |
January 4, 2021-- Staff sends questions on proposals from CDBG Advisory Committee to applicants |
January 11, 2021-- Applicants send response to questions to Town staff | |
January 14, 2021-- CDBG Advisory Committee Public Meeting to review and prioritize proposals in order to make recommendations to the Town Manager, and finalize the community priorities. |
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January 28, 2021-- CDBG Advisory Committee Public Hearing to receive comments on recommended proposals. |
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February |
CDBG Application due to DHCD. |
2020 Non-Social Service Priority (as of 11/14/19):
To continue meeting the goals of the community’s Master Plan and 2018 Community Development Strategy by focusing efforts on target areas in the Town Center, East Amherst Village Center, and the East Hadley Road/Pomeroy Village Center.
2020 Social Service Priorities (as of 11/14/19):
Household (Individual and Family) Stabilization
Support services for those experiencing homelessness
Youth development
Economic self-sufficiency (adult education)
Food and nutrition
Health services/Insurance navigation
Support services for seniors
Introduction
Application Process
Amherst must apply each year to DHCD to receive the funding with applications typically due in February - March. The CDBG Advisory Committee, with assistance from Town staff, oversees the public input process by holding Public Hearings and Public Meetings so that Amherst residents and Boards & Committees have an opportunity to discuss priorities and target areas. The CDBG Advisory Committee also solicits proposals from the community to help determine which projects receive funding. These proposals can be submitted by various parties, including but not limited to a single individual (i.e. a developer), a Town Board / Committee, or a non-profit organization. Those interested in making a funding request are encouraged to contact Town staff.
During the application process, Amherst residents have an opportunity to discuss the following components of the Town's application to DHCD:
- Community Priorities: A summary of community development goals that will have a positive impact in Amherst, especially low and moderate income residents.
- Map of Target Areas: A map that identifies areas in Town that are a priority to receive funding.
- Project Proposals: Proposals are submitted to the CDBG Advisory Committee for review and prioritization as part of the Town's CDBG application.
Project Proposal Submission Guidelines
:
National Objective: All projects social service activities receiving CDBG funds are required to serve a majority low and moderate income population
- Location: Non-social service activities are required to be located in a Target Area
- Detailed Budget: An itemized budget for the project including total budget and all other sources of funding.
- Feasibility: A project timeline showing that the project can be completed within 12-18 months
- Project Description: A narrative description that summarizes the project
- Project Need: A statement that clearly outlines the need for the project
- Project Impact: Description of positive impact of project on identified needs of community
- Community Involvement: Demonstrate the support of other Amherst Town Boards and Committees with responsibility over relevant public interest
- Demonstrate consistency with the Community Priorities
- Demonstrate consistency with Amherst's Master Plan
- Provide supporting documentation as necessary
Application Guidelines and Documents
DHCD Webpage