FY 2016ICDBG Awards
ALASKA
The Birch Creek Tribe is receiving an ICDBG of $449,969 and leveraging it with $150,012 of state grant funding to build four one-bedroom cabins. They are partnering with the Interior Regional Housing Authority to alleviate the decline in the population due to the lack of affordable housing.
The Central Council of the Tlingit Haida Indian Tribesis being awardeda $600,000 ICDBG to work in partnership with Tlingit-Haida Regional Housing Authority and Juneau Housing First Collaborative Project, towards the construction of a 6,417 square foot community facility to serve their most vulnerable tribal members, specifically those who are experiencing or have experienced chronic homelessness in Southeast Alaska. The facility will offer meals, case management, community building, therapeutic community and ceremonial activity, employment potential, and on site medical, behavioral, and substance abuse treatments. The facility will be co-located on the bottom floor of the Juneau Housing First Collaborative project in order to minimize construction costs and maximize the efficiency of service delivery and continuum of care collaboration.
TheCuryung Tribal Councilwill be using its $600,000 ICDBG in partnership with the Bristol Bay Housing Authority, towards funding the construction of four homes in Dillingham, Alaska. The new homes will meet the Alaska Housing Finance Corporation’s Building Energy Efficiency 5-Star Standards. These homes will be designed to support the sustainability of the families and will be easier to maintain.
TheNative Village of Fort Yukonis receiving an ICDBG of $600,000 and leveraging $200,000 in Indian Housing Block Grant funds for the rehabilitation of eight 100% low- to moderate-income homes. Fort Yukon determined that the village’s quality of life was being so negatively impacted by the existing poor housing that major actions must be taken to improve the housing stock or the village would be at risk.
TheNative Village of Karlukis being awarded a $525,000 ICDBG forthe rehabilitation of seven existing low income family homes in Karluk, Alaska. Homes will be rehabilitated to improve the living conditions of the families that occupy them and will also result in a higher level of energy efficiency improving their sustainability. The village based workforce will also be comprised of low- to moderate-income members who will receive construction skills training.
TheNative Village of Nanwalekwill be using its $600,000 ICDBGto partner with the North Pacific Rim Housing Authority and the Chugachmiut Head Start Program, to construct a new 3,000 square foot Early Childhood Development Center in the village of Nanwalek, Alaska. The current facility due to size and condition provides assistance to only 14 students. Another 16 students are on a waiting list for enrollment. The new facility will accommodate all students and allow for further expansion in the future.
TheNative Village of Napaimuteis receiving an ICDBG of $600,000 to enhance an existing economic development program by purchasing a local sawmill and relocating the sawmill and all support buildings to its Lower Kalskag Timber Harvest Site where it will increase their timber harvesting and production capability. With the purchase of the sawmill, timber will now be able to be milled into truss lumber, cured, stored, and then sold providing a foundation of future economic sustainability.
Nenana Native Associationis being awarded a $450,036 ICDBG and will leverage $150,012 in state funds for the construction of one duplex. Nenana is utilizing Interior Regional Housing Authorityto assist with alleviating the current waitlist of 14 families.
TheOrganized Village of Saxmanwill be using its $600,000 ICDBG for the rehabilitation of six existing low- to moderate-income family homes in Saxman, and the acquisition and rehabilitation of one home as a rental for a low- to moderate-income family. Many homes in the village are in need of major renovations to include leaky roofs and heating system repairs or replacements. The renovations will focus on reducing annual costs for home owners through energy efficiency and reduced maintenance.
Petersburg Indian Associationis receiving a $600,000 ICDBG and will partner with the Tlingit-Haida Regional Housing Authority, for a rehabilitation project to ensure safe, efficient, and affordable housing is available for low income tribal citizens in the Petersburg community. Funds will be used to rehabilitate of Eagle Raven Apartments, a 12-unit complex operated by the Petersburg Indian Association and the Tlingit-Haida Regional Housing Authority. Units are only available to residents with low- to moderate-incomes. This project will improve the safety and health of the units, reduce energy and long-term maintenance costs for low income tribal citizens, and enhance the community.
Rampart Villageis being awarded an ICDBG of $351,178 and will leverage $108,000 in tribal funds for the construction of two energy efficient single-family homes. Rampart is partnering with Tanana Chiefs Conference to provide housing so tribal members can move back to the village for available jobs.
Tanana Chiefs Conference will be using its ICDBG of $600,000 for mold remediation and housing rehabilitation for twenty (20) single family low-income housing units in Tanacross. The proposed Tanacross Housing Rehabilitation and Mold Remediation Project will make improvements to existing housing stock owned, managed, and maintained by the Tanacross Village Council’s housing program.
TheVillage of Dot Lakeis receiving an ICDBG of $450,207 and leveraging it with $150,069 inIndian Housing Block Grant funds to build one duplex. The village is partnering with Interior Regional Housing Authority to address overcrowded conditions and provide housing for tribal members who wish to move back to the village.
ARIZONA
The Kaibab Band of Paiute Indians will use its ICDBG of $605,000 to build a Senior Center. The project will be 4,356 square feet and will include a commercial kitchen to accommodate all patrons, suitable dining area to accommodate all patrons, two large classrooms, a lounge area, restrooms, one office, one exam rooms, outdoor patio area and areas set aside for gardens. The building will be large enough to accommodate the current senior population and takes into consideration the rising population of elders. The project will benefit all residents of the reservation, 94percent of which are considered low- to moderate-income, and is crucial to the cultural, health, social and economic viability of the Tribe. Interaction between the elders and youth is imperative for the Kaibab language, culture, oral history, songs, and dances to thrive and this dedicated building will be the platform to which those interactions can happen.
TheNavajo Nation is being awarded an ICDBG of $4,158,147 to extend power lines for 10 locations on the large reservation that lack services (Birdsprings, Dilkon, Lechee, Kinlichee, Cove, Mexican Waters, Sweetwater, Red Mesa, Red Valley, and Tsaile/Wheatfields). Basic electrical services will alleviatemany hardships and many benefits will result including an improved livingenvironment, fulfillment of health-related needs, safety of the recipients, exceptional academic achievements, promotion of development and improved economic conditions and efficient use of energy.
Tohono O’odham Ki:Ki Association (TOKA) is receiving an ICDBG of $2,750,000 to build 10 new single-family homeownership units for low-income families. There is no suitable housing available in the immediate reservation area for the 180 families that are on the housing authority waiting list; many of whom have been waiting for housing for many years and have given up hope of ever attaining a home. The housing that is available consists of either dilapidated trailers or traditional homes that do not have plumbing or electricity.
CALIFORNIA
The All Mission Indian Housing Authority (La Jolla) is receiving a grant of $605,000 to provide the west side of the La Jolla Reservation with much needed water. The area has been severely affected by the ongoing drought in California, which continues to contribute to the low supply of water. To address the issues, the water infrastructure improvements will include three components needed to improve the safety and healthy operation of the La Jolla Tribe’s Western Water System: (1) completion of the Western Well #4; (2) construction of a 100,000-gallon water storage tank and water supply lines to and from the tank; and (3) upgrade of 300 feet of existing Pasall Road Waterline from 4” to 6” piping.
The All Mission Indian Housing Authority (Santa Rosa) will be using its ICDBG of $605,000 to provide three new homes for tribal members of the Santa Rosa Band who are living in overcrowded situations or in rental units that are not feasible to rehabilitate since the families do not own the units. The new construction will meet an essential community development need for quality housing and contribute considerably to community viability. The grant will reduce overcrowding, and accommodate family members in two households who are disabled and allow one family to move back to the reservation.
The All Mission Indian Housing Authority (Torres Martinez)is being awarded a $605,000 ICDBG to provide three new homes for tribal members of the Torres Martinez Desert Cahuilla Indians. The new homes will replace severely deteriorated existing homes with new homes; an urgent necessity. The current structures they will replace are: occupied by low- and moderate-income residents who need housing as the units they are in are both unsafe and untenable and beyond any workable or economically feasible rehabilitation. The new homes will meet an essential community development need and contribute considerably to community viability and character.
The All Mission Indian Housing Authority(Viejas) is receivinga grant of$605,000 to provide three new homes for tribal members of the Viejas Band. Thenew homes will provide housing for tribal members who are living in rental units that are beyond repair. The project will meet a critical need and reduce overcrowding, increase the number of standard housing in the tribe’s service area, and enable one family to move back to the reservation.
The Bear River Band of Rohnerville Rancheriawill be using its ICDBG of$605,000for the construction of three single-family homeownership housing units. The project is phase VII of the Tish Non Village, which will include related infrastructure improvements (roadways, utilities, sidewalks, storm water drainage, water and wastewater plants) that are being constructed with otherfunding sources. Tish Non Village is located on land acquired with tribal funds in 2005.
The Campo Band of Diegueno Mission Indians is being awarded a $605,000 ICDBG for a public facility improvement project, specifically to rehabilitate a community center. Due to lack of funding, there have been few improvements made to the building since it was built in the 1970s. Thebuilding is centrally located on the Campo Reservation and will serve approximately 450 full-time residents.
The Coyote Valley Band of Pomo Indians is receiving a grant of $605,000 for a wastewater treatment plant. The Band identified the project as the highest priority essential community development need.The system will serve all 152 Coyote Valley community members. This project includes expanding existing wastewater infrastructure from the tribe’s wastewater treatment facility to the central portion of the Reservation. The project will enhance the health and well-being of the tribal community, which is critical to ensuring a viable community. Currently, the wastewater for the residents is treated with a large onsite septic system and leach field, both of which are failing.
The Dry Creek Rancheria Band of Pomo Indianswill be using its $605,000 grant to fund a homeowner assistance program. The program will meet an essential community development need and is critical to the viability of the community. Through education this program will increase homeownership opportunities for tribal members that meet the program’s income criteria.
TheFort Independence Indian Reservationis being awarded a $605,000 ICDBG to construct four new single-family homeownership units. There is no other housing available in the immediate area suitable for occupancy by tribal members. The project will serve low- to moderate-income families and includes some that are homeless and living in overcrowded conditions.
TheIipay Nation of Santa Ysabelis receiving a $605,000 grant to construct four new homes within a community housing area. The new homes will have a minimum of 1400 square feet and a lot size of one acre. Each site will require water, septic, electric and vehicleaccess. The Santa Ysabel Housing has a waiting list has 55 low- to moderate-income families in need of safe and decent housing. Most families have been on the waiting list for over 12 years. The Iipay Nation of Santa Ysabel is leveraging $225,000 for the project.
The Karuk Tribeof Californiawill be using its $605,000 grant to build a new community center. The center will be a modern 4,680-square-foot facility where the Karuk Tribe’s low- to moderate-income families will be able to access multiple human services programs, including cash aid (burial, emergency, home energy, TANF), behavioral and substance abuse counseling, job training and employment assistance, and Indian child welfare and social services. The project is designed to facilitate the integration of inter-related services now housed in inadequate and/or dilapidated facilities scattered across Happy Camp. It will also improve the Tribe’s capacity to help Karuk families achieve social and economic self-sufficiency and build resilience among Tribal youth.
The Moapa Indian Housing Authority (MIHA)is being awarded a $605,000 ICDBG to construct four new modular residential homes. At present, there are 120 families (total of 1,207 persons) residing on the Moapa Indian Reservation. The purpose of the project is to address the severe housing shortage on the reservation. MIHA will construct the homes on tribal trust land for the neediest low- to moderate-income tribal families. The project will also provide economic stimulus by offering employment and business opportunities for low-income residents.
Stewarts Points Rancheria is receiving a $605,000 grant to purchase land for future housing. The Tribe has no remaining developable land and is unable to secure the funding necessary toacquire land in California’s expensive real estate market by any other means; in other words, the ICDBG funds are the crucial first step to alleviating the large demand for affordable housing that exists among tribal members.The Tribe plans to provide $1,395,000 (or at least 25 percent of the estimated $2 million cost of acquiring the eligible site) through a Title VI loan guarantee.
TheTolowa Dee-Ni Nation will be using its $605,000ICDBG to construct a Wastewater Treatment Improvement Project. This will ensure the Nation can continue essential community development projects, as identified by the tribal community during comprehensive and project-specific planning. This project meets the criteria of the primary objective to develop a viable Indian community, including suitable living environments primarily for persons with low- and moderate-incomes.
The Wiyot Tribe is being awarded a $605,000 ICDBG for the construction of four new housing units. The Wiyot Tribe is situated in Humboldt County’s semi-isolated and rural western regionmiles outside the closest city of Eureka where some of the tribal members reside. Currently, many tribal members have no permanent homes, live in overcrowded homes, or are homeless. The Tribe will ensure thatthe beneficiaries to receive a homeownership unit areof very low-, low- and moderate-income status.
COLORADO
The Ute Mountain Ute Housing Authority (UMHA) will be receiving a $825,000ICDBG to construct eight new homes on prepared lots in a new housing development on the Ute Mountain Ute Indian Reservation. This project is the third phase of a 20-year plan to eventually construct 200 new homes to meet the pressing housing needs of the Ute Mountain Ute Tribe. UMHA will be using $275,000 in firmly committed Tribal Trailer Revolving Funds as leverage for this project.
IDAHO
The Coeur d’Alene Tribal Housing Authority will be using its $438,100 grant for the replacement of asphalt roofs on approximately 50 low rent units on the Coeur d’Alene Reservation that fail to meet housing quality standards. These houses were built in the 1970s to 1990s with “25 year” roofs that are in disrepair and have to be replaced.
MAINE
The Aroostook Band of MicMacsis being awarded a$600,000 ICDBG for the new construction of a school bus and elders van storage garage.The provision of transportation services is essential for Tribal elders, Head Start, and youth member participation in the offered programs. Currently the Tribe is stores the school bus and transportation vans outdoors which has resulted in difficulty in starting and warming the vehicles and break-in attempts and vandalism to the vehicles. The extreme weather in Northern Maine, (41 days below zero and an average snowfall of 110 inches each year) make it very difficult to maintain transportation vehicles for peak performance. The garage will allow the vehicles to be maintained for the safe transportation of the Head Start children, youth and elderly throughout the year.