Board of County Commissioners June 21, 2011

Neighborhood Pride Grants ReNEW Program Overview Neighborhood Pride Grant Programs Requested Action

Neighborhood Pride Grants ReNEW Program Overview Neighborhood Pride Grant Programs Requested Action

Neighborhood Pride Grants ReNEW Program Overview 10 Year neighborhood improvement initiative $26.3M directly benefiting neighborhoods Neighborhood level capital projects and grant programs

Neighborhood Pride Grants ReNEW Program Overview Success! Park construction and improvements Lake cleaning and improvements Lot cleanings Drug house demolitions Subdivision sidewalk installation and repairs New tree plantings Neighborhood traffic calming devices Speed radar signs benefiting 50 schools Community clean-ups Housing rehabs for seniors and disabled Home heating oil tank removals Utility connections in low income neighborhoods

Neighborhood Pride Grants ReNEW Program Overview Grants Program Purpose Encourage citizens to get involved Foster pride in neighborhoods Encourage formation of neighborhood organizations Support neighborhood level projects Encourage reinvestment in neighborhood businesses

Neighborhood Pride Grants ReNEW Program Overview Process Staff reviews and scores Neighborhood Grant Advisory Board BCC final approval

Neighborhood Pride Grants ReNEW Program Overview Grants Program Since 2002 over 445 grants awarded $4.5M allocated to neighborhoods

Neighborhood Pride Grants Number of ReNEW Grants Awarded

Neighborhood Pride Grants ReNEW Program Overview Benefits $3.75 per county resident 1600 registered organizations Blight prevention Enhanced appearance Building community pride Improvement to safety

Neighborhood Pride Grants ReNEW Program Overview Benefits Energize citizens Formation of neighborhood organizations Citizens positively interact with government Direct benefit to neighborhoods Reduce neighborhood blight Avoid ad hoc requests for assistance

Neighborhood Pride Grants ReNEW Program Overview Neighborhood Pride Grant Programs Requested Action

Neighborhood Pride Grants Rebranding the program $1M general revenue FY11-12 At least 125 grants to award Multiple grant programs

Neighborhood Pride Grants Mini Grant Program $20,000 to fund 20 grants Grant amounts up to $1,000 Available to older neighborhoods Must demonstrate need No cash match required Sweat equity required (NEW) 90 day completion

Neighborhood Pride Grants Neighborhood Sign Grants (NEW) $50,000 for 10 grants Grant amount up to $5,000 For older neighborhoods For non-mandatory organizations only For signage only (no lighting or landscaping) 90 day completion

Neighborhood Pride Grants Landscaping Grants (Improved) $50,000 for 20 grants $2,500 maximum 25% match requirement Florida native plants required Sweat equity required (NEW) Cannot be combined (NEW) 90 day completion

Neighborhood Pride Grants Wall Repair Grants $200,000 for 10 grants Not to exceed $20,000 No match required Repair of masonry walls only, no new construction, no fences

Neighborhood Pride Grants Wall Repair Grants Reimbursement grant or hardship request Must be located on a major thoroughfare Not available to deed restricted HOAs Available to individual homeowners Must not receive insurance coverage 6 months completion

Neighborhood Pride Grants Entranceway Grants (Improved) $100,000 for 20 grants For all organizations Grant amounts $1000 to $5000 Must demonstrate need (NEW) Must be located on a major thoroughfare

Neighborhood Pride Grants Entranceway Grants (Improved) $250 match: cash or inkind, Sweat equity required (NEW) No landscaping (NEW) 90 day completion

Neighborhood Pride Grants Capital Grants (Improved) $150,000 for 15 grants For mandatory associations Grant amounts $6,000 to $10,000 Must demonstrate financial need (NEW)

Neighborhood Pride Grants Capital Grants (Improved) No landscaping (NEW) Improvements to common areas (NEW) 50% match required 6 months completion

Neighborhood Pride Grants Housing Repair Grants $250,000 for a minimum of 12 grants Benefits elderly, disabled and low income homeowners Minor housing repair Painting, windows, doors, eaves, fascia, soffits, wheelchair ramps, etc.

Neighborhood Pride Grants Housing Repair Grants Materials Grants up to $5,000 o For nonprofits and neighborhood organizations Fund Grants up to $20,000 o For nonprofit 501c3 o 6 months completion

Neighborhood Pride Grants Community Design Assistance (Improved) $130,000 for 13 grants $10,000 for façade improvements (NEW) Minimum match required $500 (NEW) Reimbursement only (hardship request permitted-NEW) Encourages business organizations (NEW) Must be completed in 4 months

Neighborhood Pride Grants Community Clean Ups At least two per district $50,000 for 12 grants Roadside trash pick up Household bulky items and debris Household hazardous waste

Neighborhood Pride Grants ReNEW Program Overview Neighborhood Pride Grant Programs Requested Action

Neighborhood Pride Grants Requested Action Approval of the Neighborhood Pride Grants Program

Board of County Commissioners June 21, 2011