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Citizen Participation Plan

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Overview

This document is the Citizen Participation Plan for the City of Altoona, Pennsylvania. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).

Purpose and Applicability

The plan ensures that the public has a voice in local HUD-funded activities.

History and Amendments

The City has maintained a citizen participation plan since joining the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program in 1974. The plan has been updated to align with federal legislation changes, including the creation of the Consolidated Plan in 1995.

Adoption and Amendment History:

  • Adopted: May 10, 1995
  • Amended: October 25, 1995
  • Amended: December 11, 1996
  • Amended: December 9, 1998
  • Amended: February 27, 2013
  • Amended: December 10, 2014
  • Amended: April 8, 2020

Program Coverage

The plan covers the "Consolidated Plan," which combines several HUD-funded programs to streamline planning. These include:

  • Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
  • Emergency Shelter Grant Program
  • HOME Investment Partnerships Program
  • Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA) Program
  • Comprehensive Housing Affordability Strategy

Public Participation and Access

The document establishes the framework for public engagement, including:

  • Public Hearings and Meetings: Procedures for holding hearings where the public can provide input.
  • Reasonable and Timely Access: Ensuring citizens have access to information regarding these programs.
  • Anti-Displacement: Measures to prevent the displacement of residents due to development activities.
  • Written Complaints: A process for filing grievances and objections regarding the plan or programs.

Accessibility and Compliance

The plan includes specific sections addressing legal compliance:

  • Section 504 of the Americans with Disabilities Act: Ensures that project locations and buildings are accessible to persons with disabilities.
  • Discrimination Prohibited: Explicitly states that discrimination is prohibited in the administration of these programs.

Appendices

The document references several appendices for further detail:

  • Appendix A: Altoona's Application Process
  • Appendix B: Information on HUD Programs
  • Appendix C: Aid to Understanding Acronyms
  • Appendix D: Funding Applications
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