Minutes of the Council of the City of Easton, Pa. May 28, 2025 Easton, Pa. Wednesday May 28, 2025 6:00p.m. City Council met in the stated session at the above date and time, in Council Chambers, located on the Third Floor of City Hall, 123 S. Third Street, to consider any business that may lawfully be brought before the body. The invocation was given by Mayor Panto, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Present: Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana, Mayor Panto (7) Absent: (0) Also Participating in the meeting were Karen Roscioli, City Clerk; Luis Campos, City Administrator; Joel Scheer, City Solicitor; Michael Brett, Sara Eddings, John Kingsley At the beginning of the meeting there were 21+ in attendance. APPROVAL OF AGENDA A motion to approve the agenda was made by Mr. Pintabone and seconded by Mr. Brown by the following vote: Yeas: Mr. Edinger, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana, Mayor Panto, Mr. Brown Nays: None (0) ACTION ON THE MINUTES A motion was made by Mr. Pintabone and seconded by Mr. Brown to approve the meeting minutes. The minutes were approved by the following vote. Yeas: Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana, Mayor Panto, Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger Nays: None (0) PRESENTATION TO COUNCIL: 2025 CDBG Presentation: Mr. Brett and Mrs. Eddings facilitated the requests made by local organizations to present their requests for funds (CDBG Summary attached) PUBLIC COMMENT - Agenda Items Only Joe Walsh, Don Trabasie spoke in support ofBill No.61. There was a brief discussion between council members. There was a lengthy discussion regarding Bill No. 61 which included Mayor Panto, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Rose CONSENT AGENDA The following items were approved on motion by Dr. Ruggles and seconded by Mrs. Sultana by the following vote: Resolution 76-2025.Approving a Certificate of Appropriateness for 41 W. Maple St. Resolution 77-2025.Approving a Certificate ofAppropriateness for 33 N. 5th St. Resolution 78-2025 Approving a Certificate ofAppropriateness for 332-36 Spring Garden St. Resolution 79-2025 Approving a Certificate ofAppropriateness for 42 N. 2nd St. Resolution 80-2025 Approving a Certificate of4 Appropriateness for 27S. 3rd St. Resolution 81-2025 Approving a Certificate of Appropriateness for 322-38 Northampton St. Resolution 82-2025 Approving a Certificate of Appropriateness for 33S. 6th St. Resolution 83-2025 Approving a Certificate ofAppropriatenes for 18-24S. 3rd St. Resolution 84-2025 Approving a Certificate of Appropriateness for 538-40 Northampton St. Yeas: Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger, Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana (7) Nays: (0) REPORTS RECEIVED BY COUNCIL April Fire Department Report REPORTS OF COMMITTEES Mr. Brown, Chairperson of Finance: Mr. Brown stated he has Bill No. 58 for change in Garage Fees on the Agenda for vote. Mr. Pintabone, Chairperson of Economic Development: No Report Mrs. Rose, Chairperson of Planning and Code: Mrs. Rose stated next week's Planning meeting was cancelled. This will move to July to discuss the Warehouse project. Expect a large crowd at the meeting and would like assurance the overflow for crowds to the 3rd floor lobby will ensure the audio and video are working. It was reported the 15-minute spot in the 4th St garage, but the minimum charge is 40 minutes. Mrs. Rose contacted PD to report this but wanted everyone to be aware oft this. Mrs. Rose would like to have an update on UGI update for mains and service lines. Mr. Brown states he asked Mr. Hopkins. Mayor Panto said that he believes it will be done by the end oft this year. What's is completed and needs to be completed. There was a brief discussion. Mrs. Rose has received numerous emails from residents in the West Ward regarding the placement of meters and asked if we. have a liaison with UGI. Dr. Ruggles, Chairperson of Public Safety:) No Report Mr. Edinger, Chairperson of Public Works: No Report Mrs. Sultana, Chairperson of Administration: Regarding the grant Home Easton is receiving, RDA seeking submission for qualification for graphic design service to develop logo and branding for the upstart housing nonprofit organization. Bidders were requested to submit the RDA indicating the qualification to provide services that meet the standards of the board. Proposals were due by the 19th > on incomplete proposal was received and one other party interested. The board will decide ifthere is a need to readvertise if neither of the two are acceptable. The branding will include a logo, letterhead and business cards for Home Easton Organization. Mrs. Sultana stated she is receiving many complaints from the Mill at Easton. She had a brief discussion with Mr. Kingsley last month regarding the complaints. Mrs. Sultana asked Mr. Kingsley who was present, ifhe has any update ( I could not hear Mr. Kingsley to report his reply). The Mayor stated he had a discussion with the police chief stating the issue is their lease. The young people who are congregating in the lobby live there and smoking marijuana and causing problems in the building for the tenants. Mr. Pintabone stated they can't be smoking marijuana, it's not decriminalized, it's illegal. Perl hired security on Friday and Saturday nights. The marijuana smoking and hanging out has decreased 100%. They also had an issue with mice. The trash shoots were not being cleaned out, but they've been taken care ofin the last couple weeks. He also stated that Tim Harrison, the developer is working on possibly buying the property back. Mrs. Sultana said she also heard there is discrimination but is not sure how true it is. Handicap people are not getting the services they deserve. Report of the Mayor: Mayor Panto, along with several council members attended the luncheon for officer oft the year, Jonathan Vidal, an Easton resident who grew up in Easton. The Mayor stated the administration is talking about a "pub crawl" legislation. It would require a special event license. There is a person who is holding these pub crawls every weekend and it's creating problems with parking. There are many issues with the pub crawls which created a discussion among the council members. The Mayor was just informed the city lost a $750,000 grant that would have helped us buy the trestle from for the highline project due to cuts with federal government. Mayor thanked the State Theatre for reaching out about their parking situation. He also thanked Lamont McClure. The Mayor met with the county and they gave the city one of their parking lots which holds 250 cars. It's up the street from the theatre SO it's convenient. It's a short walk down 5th Street. There are a few privately owned lots which the Mayor is in contact with. There will be an AV equipment upgrade in city council. Tonight's agenda has a greeter position in the Main Lobby in City Hall. Loading and unloading zones. The city tries to work with businesses downtown. We will have an ordinance basically says loading from 7am to 5pm. There was a brief discussion. Report of the City Solicitor: Mr. Scheer states there was an executive session just prior to the Council meeting regarding litigation and personnel matters. Report of City Administrator: Mr. Campos discussed the requests the city receives for loading and unloading zones. He also discussed the new AV audio and video equipment on tonight's agenda. CORRESPONDENCE n/a UNFINISHED BUSINESS Bill No. 57 (Ord. 5901) - Ordinance Allowing 15-minute parking space for p/u at MHK Family Market, 472 Northampton St. was approved on a motion by Dr. Ruggles, seconded by Mr. Pintabone by the following vote: Yeas: Mr. Edinger, Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana, Mr. Brown (7) Nays: (0) Bill No. 58 (Ord. 5902) - An Ordinance Amending Chapter 285 - Parking Garage Fees was approved on a motion by Mr. Brown > seconded by Mr. Pintabone, by the following vote: Before the vote was taken, Dr. Ruggles questioned the wording of285-42 where it states 99 North Fourth Street Garage 5:00am to 5:00pm: $3 per hour. Lower level is two-hour parking only" and asked ifthat means the lower level is also $3an hour? The Mayor replied, whatever the meter says. Dr. Ruggles stated, that's not what the Ordinance says. It states the parking garage is $3 per hour. There was a very brief discussion between Dr. Ruggles, the Mayor and Administration. Mr. Scheer suggested making a making a minor change to take the language in 285-42 A (1)(b) make change, "the lower level is two hour meter parking only". That would resolve the problem because then you refer to the metered rates. Its not a substantial change by adding the word metered. Dr. Ruggles made a motion for the change, seconded by Mr. Brown and approved by the following vote: Yeas: Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana, Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger (7) Nays: (0) Vote to pass Bill No. 28: Yeas: Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana, Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger, Mayor Panto (7) Nays: (0) Bill No. 59 (Ord.5 5903) - An Ordinance Approving an Encroachment, Agreement with the owner of 205 Reeder St., for installation of Electric Vehicle Charging, Station, was approved on a motion by Mr. Edinger, seconded by Mrs. Sultana, by the following vote: Before the vote was taken, Mr. Brown asked if anyone can use the spot. Mr. Edinger stated that anyone can park near the charging station. Yeas: Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana, Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger, Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone (7) Nays: (0) NEW BUSINESS The next item on the Agenda is a Resolution Authorizing filing ofApplication for Grant from Pa. mixed use Housing Development Pilot Program for The Foundry Easton Project The following Resolution was introduced by Mr. Pintabone 85-2025 The above Resolution was approved on motion by Mr. Pintabone seconded by Mr. Brown by the following vote: Yeas: Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana, Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger, Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose (7) Nays: (0) The next item on the Agenda is a Resolution Authorizing Easton DCED to apply for a Municipal Fire Department Capital Grant I n the amount of $90,000 to support new generator for Central Fire Station The following Resolution was introduced by Mr. Pintabone 86-2025 The above Resolution was approved on motion by Mr. Pintabone seconded by Mrs. Sultana by the following vote: Yeas: Mrs. Sultana, Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger, Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles (7) Nays: (0) The next item on the Agenda is a Resolution Authorizing the Easton DCED to apply for the Grow NORCO Program The following Resolution was introduced by Mr. Pintabone 87-2025 The above Resolution was approved on motion by Mr. Pintabone seconded by Mrs. Rose by the following vote: Yeas: Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger, Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana (7) Nays: (0) The next item on the Agenda is a Resolution Authorizing Easton DCED to apply for the Pennsylvania DCED Watershed Restoration and Protection Program The following Resolution was introduced by Mr. Pintabone 88-2025 The above Resolution was approved on motion by Mr. Pintabone seconded by Mr. Brown by the following vote: Yeas: Mr. Edinger, Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana, Mr. Brown (7) Nays: (0) The next item on the Agenda is a Resolution Supporting the Designation ofthe City ofl Easton as PA Bird Town Community The following Resolution was introduced by Mr. Edinger 89-2025 The above Resolution was approved on motion by Mr. Edinger seconded by Mr. Pintabone by the following vote: Yeas: Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana, Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger (7) Nays: (0) The next item on the Agenda is a Resolution Approving a Job description for the position of City Hall Lobby Security The following Resolution was introduced by Mayor Panto 90-2025 The above Resolution was approved on motion by Mrs. Sultana seconded by Mr. Pintabone by the following vote: Yeas: Mrs. Sultana, Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger, Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles (7) Nays: (0) The next item on the Agenda is a Resolution Approving a proposal from Haverford Systems to upgrade all major AV Components oft the current audio and video systems in Council Chambers The following Resolution was introduced by Mayor Panto 91-2025 The above Resolution was approved on motion by Mrs. Sultana seconded by Mr. Pintabone by the following vote: Yeas: Mr. Brown, Mr. Edinger, Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana (7) Nays: (0) Bill No. 60 - An Ordinance adding Addendum to Hologram Zoo Ordinance No. 5895 was introduced by Mayor Panto and ordered processed for adoption. Bill No. 61 - Adding Chapter 581 - Marijuana Possession: relating to the use and possession ofmarijuana providing for euforementincluding, penalties was introduced by Mr. Pintabone and ordered processed for adoption. Bill No. 62 - An Ordinance for LandlordTenant: training Engagement Program was introduced by Mr. Pintabone and ordered processed for adoption. Bill No. 63 -An Ordinance Approving a loading/unloading zone on S. 4th Street was introduced by Dr. Ruggles and ordered processed for adoption. PUBLIC COMMENT - On any matter No Public Comment ADJOURNMENT With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 7:45pm on the motion ofl Dr. Ruggles and Mrs. Sultana. Yeas: Mr. Edinger, Mayor Panto, Mr. Pintabone, Mrs. Rose, Dr. Ruggles, Mrs. Sultana, Mr. Brown (7) Nays: (0) Easton Fire Department EASTON Sa 1 Easton, PA %8 % Start Date: 04/01/2025 End Date: 04/30/2025 FIRE DEPT. This Report was generated on 5/12/2025 01:35 pm Incident Type #I INCIDENTS 100 Fire, other 2 111 Building fire 2 118 - Trash or rubbish fire, contained 1 130 Mobile property (vehicle) fire, other 1 131 - Passenger vehicle fire 1 151 Outside rubbish, trash or waste fire 1 160 - Special outside fire, other 1 311 - Medical assist, assist EMS crew 11 320 - Emergency medical service incident, other 1 321 EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 7 322 Motor vehicle accident with injuries 1 323 Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident (MV Ped) 1 324 Motor vehicle accident with no injuries. 9 353 - Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 2 400 - Hazardous condition, other 1 412 Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 3 413 - Oil or other combustible liquid spill 1 424 Carbon monoxide incident 1 444 - Power line down 3 444P Phone Line Down 5 550 Public service assistance, other 3 551 Assist police or other governmental agency 2 552 Police matter 1 553 - Public service 1 561 - Unauthorized burning 1 600 - Good intent call, other 1 611 - Dispatched & canceled en route 3 622 - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 1 651 Smoke scare, odor of smoke 1 671 - HazMat release investigation w/no HazMat 1 700 - False alarm or false call, other 6 730 - System malfunction, other 13 733 - Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 1 735 Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 6 736 CO detector activation due to malfunction 2 740 - Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 1 741 - Sprinkler activation, no fire unintentional 1 744 - Detector activation, no fire unintentional 26 745 Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 21 746 - Carbon monoxide detector activation, no CO 1 911 - Citizen complaint 1 TOTAL INCIDENTS: 149 o N 8 0 0 0 E 6A 0 0 A. Organization Information Case Id: 34514 Name: City of Easton Police Department - 2025 Completed by cisofull@eustompagov. on 4/14/2025 11:44 AM Address: 48 North 4th Street, Easton, PA 18042 A. Organization Information Please provide the following information. A.1. Municipa/Organization Name City of Easton Police Department A.2. One-line Description of Project 2025 CDBG Community Policing Funds A.3. Address of Project Site 48 North 4th Street Easton, PA 18042 A.4. Federal ID Number 246000693 A.5. UEI Number: SAM.gov KLITUDDEKH65 A.6. Copy of Proof of SAM.gov Registration Proof of SAM Registration *Required Sams.pdf CHIEF OFFICIAL A.7. Name Carl Scalzo A.8. Title Chief of Police A.9. Address 48 North 4th Street Easton, PA 18042 A.10. Phone (610) 250-6661 A.11. Email cscalto@easton-pagov GRANT ADMINISTRATOR Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/14/2025 10 of 3 Neig ghborly Software CDBG City Department Upload Document.pdf INSURANCE, BONDING, AND WORKER'S COMPENSATION A.22. Does the agency have liability insurance? Yes A.23. Amount of liability insurance: 1,000,000 A.24. Insuring Agency Self A.25. Copy of Insurance Declaration Copy of Insurance policy naming City as additional insured *Required CDBG City Department Upload Document.pdf Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/14/2025 3of 3 Naig ighborly Software B. Project Information Case Id: 34514 Name: City of Easton Police Department - 2025 Completed. by sefisouli@-stonpagov. on 4/14/2025 11:35 AM Address: 48 North 4th Street, Easton, PA 18042 B. Project Information Please provide the following information. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION All projects must meet at least one national objective. Exhibit B describes the national objectives and how to determine low- and moderate-income (LMI) benefit. B.1. Under which national objective will your project qualify? (A) Benefits residents with low or moderate incomes (LMI); (B) Aids in the elimination of slums and blight; OR (C) Meets community needs having a particular urgency because conditions pose an immediate threat to public health or welfare (Use only in consultation with NCDCED); OR (D) Is a planning or fair housing project (Must encourage multi-municipality or-agency cooperation). A If qualifying your project under the LMI national objective, how will you determine benefit to low and moderate income residents? (A) The project serves an entire census block group in which 46.58% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes (refer to Section #3 in this application). (B) The project serves an area that is smaller than a census block group. Call DCED for eligible census track information in order to demonstrate that 51% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes. (C) The project will serve a group of persons who are presumed eligible for assistance because they are in one of the following categories: seniors; adults with disabilities; homeless & homeless Veterans; battered spouses; abused/neglected children and youth; illiterate adults; migrant farm workers; persons with HIV/AIDS; and persons who use food banks or meals programs. (D) The project will serve specific persons or households (i.e.: housing assistance). We will verify the incomes of individuals or households before approving their participation (see Appendix C of the Guidelines for current income limits). A Census Tract Block Group Number EXPECTED TIMEFRAME Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/14/2025 1of 3 Neighborly Software The need for the project The benefit to low-income residents A description of the project service area The activities to be undertaken, including the scope of work and timeframe (We will use this Scope of Work narrative in any Agreement) sO please complete. The outcome(s) to be achieved For 2025 The City of Easton Police Department (EPD) will again be requesting Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. The funding supports community policing-related programs which are vital to a positive relationship between EPD and the community it serves. If approved, the funding will be put toward programs and services authorized by CDBG guidelines. The City of Easton Police Department (EPD) requests $30,000.00 in CDBG funding to continue operating our Victim Advocate Program; whose primary mission is to guide crime victims through the criminal justice system and judicial process. The criminal justice system and judicial process are often unfamiliar and intimidating to crime victims, the majority of whom come from low to moderate-income neighborhoods. EPD's victim advocate contacts crime victims and provides them with their rights, gives the crime victim a direct point of contact within EPD, offers information regarding services available to them, and assists them in obtaining those services. In 2024 EPD expanded the Victim Advocate Program to serve those who have fallen victim to homelessness. The victim advocate along with EPD officers work to contact and identify homeless individuals within the City of Easton. EPD's victim advocate offers homeless individuals information and assistance in obtaining shelter, healthcare including mental health and addiction treatment, counseling, and employment. The City of Easton Police Department requests $5,00.00 in CDBG funding to continue to operate our Graffiti Removal Program. This program is utilized to respond to some of our more challenged low to moderate-income neighborhoods to remove unappealing and offensive graffiti. The program allows us to remove graffiti from structures as soon as it appears. The program is instrumental in keeping the community clean, giving the residents a sense of pride. The program's proactive approach to the graffiti issue has resulted in a significant reduction in reoccurrence. The City of Easton Police Department requests $5,000.00 in CDBG funding to continue providing enhanced services to CDBG areas. These funds will be used to provide community policing initiatives, extra general patrols, bicycle patrols, walking patrols, and enhanced traffic and crowd control during community events such as the first day of school, Trick-or-Treat, and various Easton Area School District activities. In conclusion, the City of Easton Police Department is requesting a total of $40,000.00 in CDBG funding for 2025 to continue serving CDBG-designated areas and CDBG-designated populations with the City of Easton. Please contact me at your convenience if you have any questions or need further explanation. PROCUREMENT B.10. All projects must meet federal (as well as local) procurement guidelines when purchasing services, supplies, materials, or equipment. For engineering and other professional services, this means that CDBG funds may be used to pay these services ONLY if they will be procured competitively, separately from the process of selecting municipal services. The project does not require engineering or other professional services Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/14/2025 3of3 Neighborly Software C. Budget Case Id: 34514 Name: City of Easton Police Department - 2025 Completed by crisolull@eoston.pogor on 4/14/2025 11:37. AM Address: 48 North 4th Street, Easton, PA 18042 C. Budget Please provide the following information. C.1. CDBG-2025 Amount Requested $40,000.00 C.2. Other federal funds committed to project $0.00 C.3. State funds committed to project $0.00 C.4. Local funds committed to project $0.00 C.5. Private/other funds committed to project $0.00 C.6. Total Project Costs $40,000.00 C.7. Has this project received past CDBG funds? Yes Amount: $39,000.00 C.8. On the attached DCED Sources & Uses Spreadsheet, (electronic version sent under separate cover) provide a budget detail (created by applicant). For all construction projects, provide an itemized signed cost estimate from a qualified professional showing all costs, including engineering. If CDBG funds will support a portion of the total cost, describe which costs CDBG will support. For all force account or staffing costs, provide an itemization of costs by employee. List administrative costs on a separate budget sheet. Administrative costs refer to general accounting, payroll, or other overhead charged to the project. It does not include project management or oversight of project activities. DCED Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet Required Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/14/2025 1of 2 Neighoo-/Sofware A. Organization Information Case Id: 32451 Name: Community Action Lehigh Valley - 2025 Completed by planner-re/Pcocw.org on. 3/25/2025 4:23 PM Address: 2601 William Penn Hwy, Easton , PA 18045 A. Organization Information Please provide the following information. A.1. Munidpal/Organization Name Community Action Lehigh Valley A.2. One-line Description of Project Generation Next - College and Career Readiness Program A.3. Address of Project Site 2601 William Penn Hwy Easton, PA 18045 A.4. Federal ID Number 231669589 A.5. UEI Number: SAM.gov JELCDUJ37PS9 A.6. Copy of Proof of SAM.gov Registration Proof of SAM Registration *Required CALV SAM Entiylnformation.2024119035413pdf CHIEF OFFICIAL A.7. Name Dawn Godshall A.8. Title Executive Director, Community Action Lehigh Valley A.9. Address 1337 E. Fifth Street Bethlehem, PA 18015 Bethlehem, PA 18045 A.10. Phone (484) 893-1075 A.11. Email dgodshal@caclv.org GRANT ADMINISTRATOR Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of4 Neighborly Software school students in the Allentown School District as part of the Allentown's CORE Neighborhood Partnership Program. These programs encompass a wide range of activities, from media arts to athletic competitions. Currently, Mr. Bosket oversees the Generation Next program as the immediate supervisor of its Program Coordinator. Amanda Starner, the Program Coordinator for Generation Next, has 13 years of experience teaching in both high school and higher education settings. She most recently served as the Community School Director at Northampton Community College. As Program Coordinator, Ms. Starner is directly responsible for curriculum development and the implementation of the Generation Next program in participating schools, which also includes various filed trips and college/university tours. Currently, Ms. Starner administers programming at Easton Area High School in the Easton Area School District, Freedom High School in the Bethlehem Area School District, and William Allen High School in the Allentown School District. A.19. Provide an organization chart, including employee names and titles, to characterize how this program/service fits into the overall organizational structure. Organization Chart *Required Generation Next Organizational Chart.pdf MONITORING A.20. Briefly describe how you will monitor progress in implementing the program. Describe who will be responsible for monitoring progress. Agency-wide, evaluation and measurement of success begin with Community Action Lehigh Valley's Strategic Plan (2024-2026) that defines CALV's mission, values, strategic assumptions, strategic direction, and three-year strategy for mission implementation. To ensure that CALV's strategic plan is carried out, the agency develops an Annual Work Plan. CALV's Annual Work Plan for Generation Next consists of measurable impacts and outcomes that guide the services and activities of the program. The Generation Next Work Plan is approved by Community Action Lehigh Valley's Board of Directors. The Work Plan of each program or subsidiary is evaluated twice yearly to measure the effectiveness of services and program outcomes. This evaluation is conducted by the Program Development and Evaluation Committee of Community Action Lehigh Valley's Board of Directors and is then approved by CALV's full Board of Directors. Success is also measured through contract compliance activities conducted by CALV's Planning, Compliance, and Fiscal Departments. CALV's Fiscal Department is responsible for meeting all contractual fiscal obligations that may include submission of time sheets, invoices, and fiscal reports to funders. CALV's Planning and Compliance departments provide contract compliance oversight by ensuring that program directors are familiar with their contracts, program objectives, and reporting requirements. The Compliance Department also conducts periodic internal monitoring of all programs that includes reviews of client files, data collection processes, and reports. Program directors are responsible for the on-going recordkeeping and data collection, which enables us to track our progress during each program year. Lastly, Generation Next staff performance is evaluated annually by their immediate supervisor. A.21. Attach copies of all data collection tools that will be used to verify achievement of program goals and objectives. Data Collection Tools *Required 2024-2025 Generation Next Intake Form.pdf 2024-2025 Generation Next Work Plan.pdf Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3 of 4 Neighborly Software B. Project Information Case Id: 32451 Name: Community Action Lehigh Valley - 2025 Completed byA plonnerre@cack.orgy on 3/25/2025 4:24 PM Address: 2601 William Penn Hwy, Easton / PA 18045 B. Project Information Please provide the following information. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION All projects must meet at least one national objective. Exhibit B describes the national objectives and how to determine low- and moderate-income (LMI) benefit. B.1. Under which national objective will your project qualify? (A) Benefits residents with low or moderate incomes (LMI); (B) Aids in the elimination of slums and blight; OR (C) Meets community needs having a particular urgency because conditions pose an immediate threat to public health or welfare (Use only in consultation with NCDCED); OR (D)! Is a planning or fair housing project (Must encourage mult-municipality or-agency cooperation). A If qualifying your project under the LMI national objective, how will you determine benefit to low and moderate income residents? (A) The project serves an entire census block group in which 46.58% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes (refer to Section #3 in this application). (B) The project serves an area that is smaller than a census block group. Call DCED for eligible census track information in order to demonstrate that 51% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes. (C) The project will serve a group of persons who are presumed eligible for assistance because they are in one of the following categories: seniors; adults with disabilities; homeless & homeless Veterans; battered spouses; abused/neglected children and youth; illiterate adults; migrant farm workers; persons with HIV/AIDS; and persons who use food banks or meals programs. (D) The project will serve specific persons or households (i.e.: housing assistance). We will verify the incomes of individuals or households before approving their participation (see Appendix C of the Guidelines for current income limits). EXPECTED TIMEFRAME B.2. Proposed Start Date of Activity 07/01/2025 B.3. Proposed Completion Date 06/30/2026 PROJECT BENEFICIARIES Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of 3 Neighborly Software and 17.5% of Hispanic/Latino residents attained a bachelor's S degree or higher. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that individuals aged 25 and up with less than a high school diploma earned a median weekly income of $708 in 2023, while those with a high school diploma earned $899/week, and those with at least a bachelor's degree earned $1,493/week. To break the cycle of poverty, it is crucial to equip students with tools for wealth-building and self-sufficiency, with educational attainment being a key driver of this process. The Generation Next program of Community Action Lehigh Valley aims to bridge this educational divide, thereby offering these young individuals a brighter and more equitable future. The PA Department of Education reports that, in the Easton Area School District, 33% of students are Hispanic; 15% are Black; and 53% come from low-income families. These students often face a complex web of challenges and trauma, stemming from poverty, limited opportunities, racism, and the decline of affirmative action mandates. Generation Next works to increase access to educational opportunities for members of recipients of free or reduced-cost lunch (low-income), historically marginalized racial/ethnic groups, and/or prospective first-generation college students. The Generation Next orogram aims to achieve the following goals, as stated in the 2024-2025 Annual Work Plan: Increase the number of college/university acceptances received by Generation Next students; Increase students' self-awareness of personality traits, strengths, and interests that may inform their career paths; Increase exposure to different career paths and tools needed for success; and Increase students' understanding of financial literacy in the context of higher education and adult life. Overall, Generation Next serves more than 150 students in the Allentown, Bethlehem, and Easton Area School Districts. At Easton Area High School, Generation Next currently serves 50 students for the 2024-2025 school year. The program is projected to serve 50 students at Easton Area High School for the upcoming 2025-2026 school year. Generation Next works with students to achieve college admission, integrate into college life, and complete a post-secondary program or trade focus. Participants receive programming within their high school classrooms to develop the necessary skills to navigate high school and college while building a better understanding of themselves. The Generation Next curriculum, in addition to college planning and SAT prep, includes team-building activities, guest speakers, financial aid workshops for students and parents, a financial literacy module, and visits to local colleges and universities. Easton CDBG funding will be used to support salary costs of Generation Next's Program Coordinator, the direct staff member involved in the program at Easton Area High School. PROCUREMENT B.10. All projects must meet federal (as well as local) procurement guidelines when purchasing services, supplies, materials, or equipment. For engineering and other professional services, this means that CDBG funds may be used to pay these services ONLY if they will be procured competitively, separately from the process of selecting municipal services. The project does not require engineering or other professional services Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3of3 Neighnorly Software C. Budget Case Id: 32451 Name: Community Action Lehigh Valley - 2025 Completedbyp plonnerrel@cack.org on 3/25/2025 4:25 PM Address: 2601 William Penn Hwy, Easton, PA 18045 C. Budget Please provide thei following information. C.1. CDBG-2025 Amount Requested $15,000.00 C.2. Other federal funds committed to project $0.00 C.3. State funds committed to project $0.00 C.4. Local funds committed to project $0.00 C.5. Private/other funds committed to project $141,115.00 C.6. Total Project Costs $156,115.00 C.7. Has this project received past CDBG funds? Yes Amount: $10,000.00 C.8. On the attached DCED Sources & Uses Spreadsheet, (electronic version sent under separate cover) provide a budget detail (created by applicant). For all construction projects, provide an itemized signed cost estimate from a qualified professional showing all costs, including engineering. If CDBG funds will support a portion of the total cost, describe which costs CDBG will support. Fora all force account or staffing costs, provide an itemization of costs by employee. List administrative costs on a separate budget sheet. Administrative costs refer to general accounting, payroll, or other overhead charged to the project. It does not include project management or oversight of project activities. DCED Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet *Required FY2025 CDBG Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet-Easton CDBG.pdf FY25 Itemization Costs by Employee.pdf Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of2 Neighborly Software A. Organization Information Case Id: 32449 Name: Community Bike Works 2025 Completed Wuyeombainoiken on. 3/27/2025 Address: 1101 18042 11:45. AM Northampton St, Easton, PA A. Organization Information Please provide the following information. A.1. Municipal/Organization Name Community Bike Works A.2. One-line Description of Project Earn a Bike: Easton A.3. Address of Project Site 1101 Northampton St Easton, PA 18042 A.4. Federal ID Number 23-2867945 A.5. UEI Number: SAM.gov Q38GGAH3SY9 A.6. Copy of Proof of SAM.gov Registration Proof of SAM Registration *Required SAM registration.jpg CHIEF OFFICIAL A.7. Name Kim A.8. Title Schaffer A.9. Address 235 N Madison St Allentown, PA 18102 A.10. Phone (610) 434-1140 A.11. Email Mingcommuntiyaleorsog Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1 of 4 Neighborly Software Community Bike Works will celebrate 30 years of Earn a Bike. In that time, more than 8,500 young people have engaged in our core Earn a Bike and Junior Earn a Bike programs. Community Bike Works is proud to be both a strong regional organization and one oft the largest youth bike mentoring programs nationally. With your support, we appreciate the opportunity to bring our programs to the young people of Easton. A.19. Provide an organization chart, including employee names and titles, to characterize how this program/service fits into the overall organizational structure. Organization Chart *Required CBW Org Chart 2025 1.pdf MONITORING A.20. Briefly describe how you will monitor progress in implementing the program. Describe who will be responsible for monitoring progress. Easton Program Manager Nella Panella is responsible for maintaining complete and accurate student records, including collecting income certifications and other demographic information from families, and determining that each student meets income and residency requirements. 100% of families served meet HUD low- to-moderate income guidelines. We use HUD-approved income verification forms to document the income eligibility of participating families. To complete the class and earn their bike, students work through a journal with written activities that promote learning alongside their hands-on activities. We track program attendance and completion, as well as students' understanding of bike mechanics and safety. To ensure students can ride safely on city streets, every student completes a required bike handling skills rodeo before they can earn their bicycles. In addition, every student must complete a final bike inspection. The final inspection checklist ensures that students can use the appropriate tools on their bike to assess that all systems are in working order before they take it home. Beyond bike skills, we also seek to measure whether students learn life skills as a result of their participation in Earn a Bike classes. To measure social-emotional learning, we track students' self-reported growth in four main areas using questions from the Colorado Trust Toolkit for Positive Youth Development, a United Way-approved tool: a For Life Skills, we ask 11 questions to gauge whether students' participation in Earn a Bike has had an impact on their listening, communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills. For Sense of Self, 6 questions help assess our impact on students' self-esteem. e For Academic Success, we seek to understand if students feel more connected to school. e For Recreation, we ask students whether they are more physically active since Earn a Bike. Director of Administration & Impact Maddie Marte leads our student evaluation efforts, works to ensure that all HUD and city requirements are met, and submits required reports. All paper records are maintained in confidence in locked filing cabinets in her office. Maddie Marte and our data evaluation team review and evaluate all program information at the end of each semester, and more frequently as needed, to share with our board. Community Bike Works will make all records available to both the city of Easton and HUD staff for monitoring purposes. The records will include basic information on the students we served, including family income certification. We encourage site visits. A.21. Attach copies of all data collection tools that will be used to verify achievement of program goals and objectives. Data Collection Tools *Required CBW Earn a Bike Contract 2022 2 (1).pdf Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3 of4 4 Neighborly Software B. Project Information Case Id: 32449 Name: Community Bike Works 2025 Completed Phbpecommpébeustion on. 3/27/2025 11:45AM Address: 1101 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042 B. Project Information Please provide the following information. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION All projects must meet at least one national objective. Exhibit B describes the national objectives and how to determine low- and moderate-income (LMI) benefit. B.1. Under which national objective will your project qualify? (A) Benefits residents with low or moderate incomes (LMI); (B) Aids in the elimination of slums and blight; OR (C) Meets community needs having a particular urgency because conditions pose an immediate threat to public health or welfare (Use only in consultation with NCDCED); OR (D)Is a planning or fair housing project (Must encourage multi-municipality or-agency cooperation). A If qualifying your project under the LMI national objective, how will you determine benefit to low and moderate income residents? 0 (A) The project serves an entire census block group in which 46.58% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes (refer to Section #3 in this application). (B) The project serves an area that is smaller than a census block group. Call DCED for eligible census track information in order to demonstrate that 51% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes. (C) The project will serve a group of persons who are presumed eligible for assistance because they are in one of the following categories: seniors; adults with disabilities; homeless & homeless Veterans; battered spouses; abused/neglected children and youth; illiterate adults; migrant farm workers; persons with HIV/AIDS; and persons who use food banks or meals programs. (D) The project will serve specific persons or households (i.e.: housing assistance). We will verify the incomes of individuals or households before approving their participation (see Appendix C of the Guidelines for current income limits). D EXPECTED TIMEFRAME B.2. Proposed Start Date of Activity 07/01/2025 B.3. Proposed Completion Date 06/30/2026 Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1 of 4 Neighborly Software benefit most. In addition to providing every student who completes Earn a Bike with a free, refurbished bike of their own, our programs support low-income youth in four key ways: . We allow them to build protective relationships with adult mentors in a safe space; e We provide lessons in bike mechanics and tool use that allow them to learn life and STEAM skills; e We offer opportunities to ride bikes and practice healthy living habits that support physical and mental health; and e We offer them leadership opportunities that allow them to grow as engaged citizens and leaders in their community. In Earn a Bike, students team up with adult mentors for 24 hours of instruction in bike mechanics and safety. Over month-long classes, students learn about each system of a bike and how to properly maintain it, using the correct tools. Students also complete bike safety lessons and a bike rodeo' designed to show they can ride safely. While working on their bikes, students practice life skills by working collaboratively, solving problems, learning perseverance, and experiencing the satisfaction oft turning a broken bike into a functional one. Once students complete their classes, they earn their refurbished bike and a new helmet! Earn a Bike is offered at no cost to families and is open for students 9 to 18 years of age. Once students are engaged in Earn a Bike, we encourage them to continue with us in our cycling, mentorship, and leadership programs. Students who participate in Earn a Bike can engage in the following programs: e Drop-in engages students in STEAM and healthy living activities in a safe space where they can build protective relationships with mentors and peers. e Cycling programs offer students the mental and physical health benefits of recreational trail rides. We offer rides for students of all ages on Mondays, Fridays, and at least one Saturday per month. Teens are also invited to join our mountain bike team, which competes across the state. e Youth Leadership engages teens in deeper learning through semester-long seminars on college and careers, civic engagement, and current events. In 2025, teen leaders are working with the Nurture Nature Center to plan the Youth Climate Summit and engage in other sustainability projects. e Youth Advisory Council allows teens to learn leadership skills while representing students in the governance of CBW. For 2025, the YAC will both review major decisions that go before the board, and develop their own youth-led project in support of CBW. New for 2025 is our project Rooted in Nature, which will give 8-10 Bike Works youth, primarily Easton residents, the opportunity to connect with caring adults in an outdoor setting, in order to support mental health. Each session will include physical movement, a reflection topic and discussion, a healthy plant-based meal, and an outdoor excursion. To support our Easton students, we seek to meet the following objectives in 2025-26: . Offer 12-14 classes that connect up to 110 low-income students with mentors and bikes through Earn a Bike, at least 75 of whom are Easton residents. - Maintain an Earn a Bike graduation rate of 90%. All students who complete the program will demonstrate bike learning and express satisfaction with their mentoring experience. e Engage 40 Easton Earn a Bike students in additional enrichment programming, including Drop-in, Cycling, Leadership, and Rooted in Nature. a Involved one to three Easton students on Community Bike Works' Youth Advisory Council. THE NEED: Community Bike Works was invited by the City of Easton to bring our programs to Easton's West Ward to meet the need of youth in that neighborhood, as few existing programs served the neighborhood's many teens. The West Ward is Easton's most populated neighborhood, composing approximately 10,000 of the City of Easton's approximately 27,000 residents. The West Ward is also the City of Easton's most challenged neighborhood with higher rates of crime and poverty than other parts of the City and the greater Lehigh Valley region. Approximately 1,800 of the West Ward's 10,000 residents are under the age of 14, thereby making it the neighborhood where most of the City's youth reside. The young people of the Lehigh Valley continue to face mental health and economic challenges that contribute to a range of negative outcomes that can hinder their growth as individuals and as members of our community, and young people of Easton are no exception. The United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley notes that 40% of Lehigh Valley youth say they feel sad or depressed most days. Specific to Easton, Lehigh Valley News reports that 16% of Easton Area School District students were chronically absent in the 2022-2023 school year, with a 24% chronic absenteeism rate at the middle school, the highest of local elementary or high schools. Mental health issues among students are now the most prevalent problem seen in school attendance court, Northampton County Judge Jennifer Sletvold told Lehigh Valley News. Nationally, a February 2023 CDC report confirms that teen mental health is at crisis levels, especially for youth from marginalized backgrounds. The CDC notes that strong school and community ties-like those fostered by CBW- have a critical role to play in supporting teens. THE BENEFIT: In addition to providing bikes at no cost to youth, the programs of Community Bike Works offer four broad benefits to youth who live in families with low incomes: protective mentoring relationships with caring adults; the opportunity to learn life and STEAM skills; the opportunity to engage in activities that support physical and mental health; and the opportunity to give back to their community as engaged citizens. Since coming to Easton in 2021, we have engaged approximately 100 students per year at our Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3of 4 Neighborly Software C. Budget Case Id: 32449 Name: Community Bike Works - 2025 Completed: by Ropeommumpehcwoison on 3/27/2025 Address: 1101 Northampton St, Easton, PA 18042 11:44 AM C. Budget Please provide the following information. C.1. CDBG-2025 Amount Requested $20,000.00 C.2. Other federal funds committed to project $10,000.00 C.3. State funds committed to project $50,000.00 C.4. Local funds committed to project $0.00 C.5. Private/other funds committed to project $145,000.00 C.6. Total Project Costs $225,000.00 C.7. Has this project received past CDBG funds? Yes Amount: $10,000.00 C.8. On the attached DCED Sources & Uses Spreadsheet, (electronic version sent under separate cover) provide a budget detail (created by applicant). For all construction projects, provide an itemized signed cost estimate from a qualified professional showing all costs, including engineering. If CDBG funds will support a portion of the total cost, describe which costs CDBG will support. For all force account or staffing costs, provide an itemization of costs by employee. List administrative costs on a separate budget sheet. Administrative costs refer to general accounting, payroll, or other overhead charged to the project. It does not include project management or oversight of project activities. DCED Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet *Required Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of2 2 Neighborly Software A. Organization Information Case Id: 32476 Name: Easton Area Neighborhood Center - 2025 Completed by aczopp@eastononcorg, on 3/26/2025 2:41 PM Address: 902 Philadelphia Road, Easton, PA 18042 A. Organization Information Please provide the following information. A.1. Municpa/Organization Name Easton Area Neighborhood Center A.2. One-line Description of Project Case management is a key component to helping LMI families, seniors and adults create and maintain stability. A.3. Address of Project Site 902 Philadelphia Road Easton, PA 18042 A.4. Federal ID Number 23-2039194 A.5. UEI Number: SAM.gov XS1PP4ZEUJ35 A.6. Copy of Proof of SAM.gov Registration Proof of SAM Registration *Required EANC_SAM registration proof.pdf CHIEF OFFICIAL A.7. Name Allison Czapp A.8. Title Executive Director A.9. Address 902 Philadelphia Road Easton, PA 18042 A.10. Phone (610)253-4253 A.11. Email aczap@eastonanc.org GRANT ADMINISTRATOR Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1 of4 Neighborly Software families residing in transitional housing, offering case management focused on housing stability, employment, education, and connection to benefits and healthcare. The housing case manager also provides case management, support, and community engagement opportunities at The Mill, a mixed-income apartment building in South Side Easton. e The Farm Manager oversees all operations of the Easton Urban Farm, including planting, harvesting, volunteer supervision, and community engagement. This role ensures that approximately 10,000 pounds of fresh produce are grown and distributed annually through the food pantry, contributing directly to the food security efforts of the organization. e The Food Pantry Coordinator manages day-to-day operations of the full-choice food pantry, coordinates volunteer activities, maintains inventory, and ensures a dignified, welcoming environment for all clients. This role works closely with the case management team to ensure clients accessing food are also screened for other needs. e The Referral and Information Case Manager serves as the first point of contact for many clients and supports program delivery by managing intake, responding to inquiries, providing immediate referrals, and helping connect clients to appropriate internal and external resources. This role also assists with documentation and tracking to support continuity of care. EANC engages a network of regular volunteers who assist with food distribution, farm maintenance, and outreach events. Volunteers are trained and supervised by the Farm Manager, Senior Case Manager, and Pantry Coordinator and play a vital role in expanding organizational capacity, especially during peak service periods. While volunteers do not provide case management, they contribute significantly to creating a welcoming and efficient service environment. EANC collaborates with external partners to strengthen its impact. For utility assistance, staff coordinate directly with UGI representatives. Case managers also work with healthcare providers, housing programs, and other nonprofits for client referrals. Consultants may be brought in periodically for staff training on trauma-informed care, data management, and best practices, but are not involved in direct service delivery. The EANC Board of Directors provides strategic oversight and governance, ensuring program alignment with the organization's mission. Several members bring experience in human services, education, and nonprofit leadership. While board members are not directly involved in day-to-day operations, they contribute to resource development, program evaluation, and community engagement that support project success. A.19. Provide an organization chart, including employee names and titles, to characterize how this program/service fits into the overall organizational structure. Organization Chart *Required Org Chart 3.18.2025.pdf MONITORING A.20. Briefly describe how you will monitor progress in implementing the program. Describe who will be responsible for monitoring progress. EANC uses a combination of quantitative data tracking and regular staff review to monitor progress and ensure high- quality program implementation. Program data such as number of individuals served, estimated number of meals distributed, utility cases resolved, payee clients supported, and case management outcomes is reviewed monthly by program staff and leadership to ensure that services are on track, goals are being met, and emerging trends are identified early. Staff also document client success stories and barriers, which inform both day-to-day decisions and longer-term program improvements. The Executive Director is responsible for overall program oversight and compliance with grant expectations. Staff are responsible for day-to-day data entry and reporting within their respective program areas. The Executive Director will compile reports, review progress against benchmarks, and coordinate any needed adjustments. EANC's leadership and board review aggregate data quarterly to evaluate performance, assess impact, and guide future planning. This structured monitoring approach ensures accountability and helps the organization remain responsive to community needs while continuously improving service delivery. Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3 of 4 Neighborly Software B. Project Information Case Id: 32476 Name: Easton Area Neighborhood Center - 2025 Completed by oczopp@eastononcorg, on. 3/26/2025 2:42 PM Address: 902 Philadelphia Road, Easton, PA 18042 B. Project Information Please provide the following information. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION All projects must meet at least one national objective. Exhibit B describes the national objectives and how to determine low- and moderate-income (LMI) benefit. B.1. Under which national objective will your project qualify? (A) Benefits residents with low or moderate incomes (LMI); (B) Aids in the elimination of slums and blight; OR (C) Meets community needs having a particular urgency because conditions pose an immediate threat to public health or welfare (Use only in consultation with NCDCED); OR (D)I Is a planning or fair housing project (Must encourage multi-municipality or-agency cooperation). A If qualifying your project under the LMI national objective, how will you determine benefit to low and moderate income residents? (A) The project serves an entire census block group in which 46.58% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes (refer to Section #3 in this application). (B) The project serves an area that is smaller than a census block group. Call DCED for eligible census track information in order to demonstrate that 51% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes. (C) The project will serve a group of persons who are presumed eligible for assistance because they are in one of the following categories: seniors; adults with disabilities; homeless & homeless Veterans; battered spouses; abused/neglected children and youth; illiterate adults; migrant farm workers; persons with HIV/AIDS; and persons who use food banks or meals programs. (D) The project will serve specific persons or households (i.e.: housing assistance). We will verify the incomes of individuals or households before approving their participation (see Appendix C of the Guidelines for current income limits). C B.1.a. Check all program/activity beneficiaries: Seniors Adults with Disabilities Homeless & Homeless Veterans Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of 4 Neighborly Software Extremely low incomes (30% of area median income [AMI] or less) Very low incomes (50% of AMI or less) Low/moderate incomes (80% of AMI or less) Residents that are Black/African American Residents with Disabilities Residents that are Senior Citizens Residents that are Veterans Residents that are Latino/Hispanic Other Underserved Constituency B.8. Does your project affirmatively further fair housing choice? No PROJECT NARRATIVE B.9. Describe the project concisely and completely. You should answer the question: How will this project improve the lives of people with low/moderate incomes? Please address: The need for the project The benefit to low-income residents A description of the project service area The activities to be undertaken, including the scope of work and timeframe (We will use this Scope of Work narrative in any Agreement) sO please complete. The outcome(s) to be achieved 1. The Need for the Project Navigating social services is often overwhelming - especially for those living in poverty who face multiple, compounding challenges. In recent years, more people are finding themselves in crisis for the first time, as economic pressures have pushed basic needs further out of reach for working families, older adults, and others. At the Easton Area Neighborhood Center (EANC), our food pantry often serves as the first point of contact for those seeking help, as food insecurity is frequently the first visible sign of a deeper crisis - unstable housing, chronic illness, limited income, social isolation, or lack of access to services. That's why EANC pairs food distribution with wraparound services and case management support to not only address immediate needs but tackle the root causes ofi instability. While poverty rates in Easton have remained consistently higher than state and federal averages, we continue to see increases in the number of people utilizing our services. For example, since FY 2021, monthly food pantry usage has increased by 185%, from an average of 284 individuals per month to over 810 individuals, highlighting the growing strain on families. Many pantry users are employed but under-resourced, living paycheck to paycheck and struggling to make ends meet. These same families often face overlapping hardships utility shutoffs, unaffordable housing, or managing fixed incomes due to disability or illness. Without coordinated intervention, these challenges can quickly spiral into full-blown crisis. EANC's integrated approach connects people to essential services and long-term support, helping them stabilize and build toward greater resiliency. Continued investment in our case management capacity is critical to meeting this growing need. 2. The Benefit to Low-Income Residents This project will improve the lives of people with low-moderate incomes by providing access to essential resources and Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3 of 4 N-ighborl/Sofware C. Budget Case Id: 32476 Name: Easton Area Neighborhood Center 2025 Completed by ctopp@eastononcorg on. 3/26/2025 2:42 PM Address: 902 Philadelphia Road, Easton, PA 18042 C. Budget Please provide the following information. C.1. CDBG-2025 Amount Requested $30,000.00 C.2. Other federal funds committed to project $0.00 C.3. State funds committed to project $0.00 C.4. Local funds committed to project $68,813.00 C.5. Private/other funds committed to project $158,426.00 C.6. Total Project Costs $257,239.00 C.7. Has this project received past CDBG funds? Yes Amount: $16,000.00 C.8. On the attached DCED Sources & Uses Spreadsheet, (electronic version sent under separate cover) provide a budget detail (created by applicant). For all construction projects, provide an itemized signed cost estimate from a qualified professional showing all costs, including engineering. If CDBG funds will support a portion of the total cost, describe which costs CDBG will support. Fora all force account or staffing costs, provide an itemization of costs by employee. List administrative costs on a separate budget sheet. Administrative costs refer to general accounting, payroll, or other overhead charged to the project. It does not include project management or oversight of project activities. DCED Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet *Required CDBG Sources and Uses Budget Spreadneet-fason.FANC FY25.xlsx Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of 2 Neighborly Software A. Organization Information Case Id: 32463 Name: Family Connection of Easton - 2025 Completed. by VincentkPeastonsd.org on. 3/25/2025 10:06. AM Address: 723 Coal Street, Easton PA 18042, Easton, PA A. Organization Information Please provide the following information. A.1. Municpal/Organization Name Family Connection of Easton A.2. One-line Description of Project The ParentChild+ Home Visiting Program is an evidence-Dased early literacy, parenting and school-readiness program. A.3. Address of Project Site 723 Coal Street, Easton PA 18042 Easton, PA 18042 A.4. Federal ID Number 2024934762 A.5. UEI Number: SAM.gov T9VBTKQW9YN5 A.6. Copy of Proof of SAM.gov Registration Proof of SAM Registration *Required FCOE Proof of SAM Registration.pdf CHIEF OFFICIAL A.7. Name Keela Vincent A.8. Title Executive Director A.9. Address 723 Coal Street Easton, PA 18042 A.10. Phone (610)250-2551 A.11. Email Vincentk@eastonsd.org GRANT ADMINISTRATOR Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of3 Neighborly Software iiteracy skills and school readiness (see attached ASQ-3 27th Month Questionnaires Eng. and Sp.), Parent Engagement (see attached Parental Involvement in Early Learning (PIEL) Eng. and Sp.), and surveys and interviews with parents and caregivers to measure program satisfaction and perceived benefits (see attached Parent Satisfaction Surveys - Eng. and Sp). In addition, ELS staff continually observe parent-child interactions and home learning environments and incidence(s) of special needs supports. A.21. Attach copies of all data collection tools that will be used to verify achievement of program goals and objectives. Data Collection Tools *Required ASQ-3 27th Month Questionnaire.pdf ASQ-3 27th Month Spamsr.Quesiomairepd" PC+ Parent Satisfaction Survey.pdf PC+ Parent Satisfaction Survey Sp.pdf PIEL Parent Involvement in Early Learning Questionnaire.pd PIEL Parent Involvement In Early Learning Quest. Spanish.pdf INSURANCE, BONDING, AND WORKER'S COMPENSATION A.22. Does the agency have liability insurance? Yes A.23. Amount of liability insurance: $1,000,000 A.24. Insuring Agency Acord/Univest A.25. Copy of Insurance Declaration Copy of Insurance policy naming City as additional insured *Required City of Easton Certificate of Liability Insurance.pdf Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3of3 Neighborly Software B. Project Information Case Id: 32463 Name: Family Connection of Easton - 2025 Completed by Vincenteastonsdorg, on 3/25/2025 10:12/ AM Address: 723 Coal Street, Easton PA 18042, Easton, PA B. Project Information Please provide the following information. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION All projects must meet at least one national objective. Exhibit B describes the national objectives and how to determine low- and moderate-income (LMI) benefit. B.1. Under which national objective will your project qualify? (A) Benefits residents with low or moderate incomes (LMI); (B) Aids in the elimination of slums and blight; OR (C) Meets community needs having a particular urgency because conditions pose an immediate threat to public health or welfare (Use only in consultation with NCDCED); OR (D) Is a planning or fair housing project (Must encourage multi-municipality or-agency cooperation). A If qualifying your project under the LMI national objective, how will you determine benefit to low and moderate income residents? (A) The project serves an entire census block group in which 46.58% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes (refer to Section #3 in this application). (B) The project serves an area that is smaller than a census block group. Call DCED for eligible census track information in order to demonstrate that 51% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes. (C) The project will serve a group of persons who are presumed eligible for assistance because they are in one of the following categories: seniors; adults with disabilities; homeless & homeless Veterans; battered spouses; abused/neglected children and youth; illiterate adults; migrant farm workers; persons with HIV/AIDS; and persons who use food banks or meals programs. 0 (D) The project will serve specific persons or households (i.e.: housing assistance). We will verify the incomes of individuals or households before approving their participation (see Appendix C of the Guidelines for current income limits). A Census Tract 142, 143, 144, 145, 146 Block Group Number 142.3, 143.1,2,3, 144.1,2,3, 145.2, 146 (All) EXPECTED TIMEFRAME Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1 of 4 Neighborly Software The activities to be undertaken, including the scope of work and timeframe (We will use this Scope of Work narrative in any Agreement) sO please complete. The outcome(s) to be achieved The ParentChild+ Home Program (PCHP) is an in-home, evidence-based early literacy, parenting, and school readiness program. It focuses on closing the achievement gap of low-income families in underserved communities by working with parents and families. The focus age of the children we work with is between 16 months to 4 years old. PCHP program staff and family literacy specialists work alongside parents giving them and their children the tools, skills, and knowledge needed for school and life success. PCHP is a two-year program that provides twice weekly home visits to 36-40 families, for 24 weeks per year, totaling 92 visits for each family. The National ParentChild+ program was established more than 50 years ago to ensure that all children regardless of their race, socio-economic status, or zip code have equal possibilities from the start. FCOE's PCHP is part of this national network that developed the one-on- one model we implement today. The objectives of PCHP include: (1) Work with families where they live, thereby making it convenient for underserved families isolated by poverty, language and literacy barriers, and lack of transportation to participate in high-quality early childhood education. (2) Match each family with a local community- based learning specialist who knows the strengths and challenges of the community and can connect families to various resources and networks. (3) Support parents and caregivers in preparing their children for school success by highlighting their role as their children's first and most important teachers. (4) Prioritize strengthening families by connecting families to a wide range of community resources and programming including food, housing, health care, and educational services. PCHP program objectives are accomplished through twice-weekly home visits (approximately one hour per visit) over two years, totaling 92 visits in all for each participating family. The specific actions that FCOE will take in order to achieve results include: (1) Families will acquire a library of 46 high-quality books and educational toys, as well as 46 curricular guide sheets with tips on vocabulary-building, engaging conversation, skill development, social-emotional development, imaginative play, and literacy, music, and art activities. (2) Our early learning specialists build meaningful relationships with families and support parents in realizing their role as their children's ongoing academic advocates. (3) As families graduate from PCHP, our staff works to ensure that the program children are enrolled in high-quality preschool programs, which is the critical next educational step. PCHP has been nationally recognized for its outcomes for low-income individuals and families including: The Library of Congress awarding PCHP with its Literacy Award-American Prize in 2016 for its significant and measurable contribution to increasing literacy levels/national awareness of the importance of literacy; The White House Initiative on Educational Excellence for Hispanics (2015) naming it a 'Bright Spot' for its investment in key education priorities for Hispanics; The Rand Promising Practices Network calling it a Promising Program that Works (2012); and The Campaign for Grade Level Reading designating PCHP as a Bright Spot Program in 2011 PCHP's direct impact on the whole family (parents and children) sets our program apart from other early literacy programs. In randomized control trials, PCHP had significant ongoing positive effects on participating parents' interaction with their children, in contrast to control group families examined before, after, and two years after completion of the Program. PCHP parents' verbal interaction with their children showed a lasting superiority over that of the control group, and this parent-child interaction correlated with children's first-grade cognitive and social-emotional skills. Similarly, positive parenting behaviors increased dramatically as a result of participating in PCHP. The number of positive interactions between parent and child increased significantly during program participation, including instances of praise and/or encouragement observed. Parents also show increased involvement in their children's education- - meeting with teachers, helping with homework, and emphasizing the importance of academic success. Measurements of success for PCHP program graduates are: (1) 50% more likely to be prepared for Kindergarten; (2) enter school performing 10 months above their chronological age; (3) outperform the statewide average on 3rd grade state math achievement tests; (4) 50% less likely to need special education services by 3rd grade; (5) score two times higher on social-emotional skills; and (6) 30% higher graduation rates than their peers. PCHP serves 36-40 low-income families in the Easton Area School District each primarily from Census Tracts in Easton's West Ward and South Side. Easton Area School District (EASD) contains 9 schools and 7,990 students. The district's minority enrollment is 60%. Also, 64.4% of students are economically disadvantaged meaning they are eligible to participate in the federal free and reduced-priced lunch program. Nearly 1 in 5 (18.1%) students who attend EASD require special education assistance. Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3c of 4 Neighborly Software C. Budget Case Id: 32463 Name: Family Connection of Easton - 2025 Completed by vincentkPeastonsdorg: on. 3/25/2025 10:35 AM Address: 723 Coal Street, Easton PA 18042, Easton, PA C. Budget Please provide the following information. C.1. CDBG-2025 Amount Requested $20,000.00 C.2. Other federal funds committed to project $0.00 C.3. State funds committed to project $0.00 C.4. Local funds committed to project $54,000.00 C.5. Private/other funds committed to project $24,068.00 C.6. Total Project Costs 155,068.00 C.7. Has this project received past CDBG funds? Yes Amount: $7,500.00 C.8. On the attached DCED Sources & Uses Spreadsheet, electronic version sent under separate cover) provide a budget detail (created by applicant). For all construction projects, provide an itemized signed cost estimate from a qualified professional showing all costs, including engineering. If CDBG funds will support a portion of the total cost, describe which costs CDBG will support. For all force account or staffing costs, provide an itemization of costs by employee. Lista administrative costs on a separate budget sheet. Administrative costs refer to general accounting, payroll, or other overhead charged to the project. It does not include project management or oversight of project activities. DCED Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet *Required CDBG Sources and Uses Budget preadsneettaston.5x Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1 of 2 Neighborly Software A. Organization Information Case Id: 32486 Name: Greater Easton Development Partnership - 2025 Completedbyored@eastomportiershiporg on 3/28/2025 10:16 Address: 325 Northampton St., PA 18042 AM Easton, A. Organization Information Please provide the following information. A.1. Municipal/Organization Name Greater Easton Development Partnership A.2. One-line Description of Project Easton Ambassadors Clean & Safe Team A.3. Address of Project Site 325 Northampton St. Easton, PA 18042 A.4. Federal ID Number 232660344 A.5. UEI Number: SAM.gov HUPYNUNY6DS1 A.6. Copy of Proof of SAM.gov Registration Proof of SAM Registration *Required SAM reg 2025.pdf CHIEF OFFICIAL A.7. Name Jared Mast A.8. Title Executive Director A.9. Address 325 Northampton St. Easton, PA 18042 A.10. Phone (610)250-2078 A.11. Email arePeasonpatueshpors Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/11/2025 1of3 Neighborly Software Easton Ambassadors Stats - 2024.pdf INSURANCE, BONDING, AND WORKER'S COMPENSATION A.22. Does the agency have liability insurance? Yes A.23. Amount of liability insurance: 3000000 A.24. Insuring Agency Philadelphia Insurance A.25. Copy of Insurance Declaration Copy ofl Insurance policy naming City as additional insured *Required ACORD Form 20250328085311-1pdr Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/11/2025 30 of3 Neighbarly Software B. Project Information Case Id: 32486 Name: Greater Easton Development Partnership 2025 Completed byj ered@rasonpertueapog on 3/28/2025 7:30, AM Address: 325 Northampton St., Easton, PA 18042 B. Project Information Please provide the following information. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION All projects must meet at least one national objective. Exhibit B describes the national objectives and how to determine low- and moderate-income (LMI) benefit. B.1. Under which national objective will your project qualify? (A) Benefits residents with low or moderate incomes (LMI); (B) Aids in the elimination of slums and blight; OR (C) Meets community needs having a particular urgency because conditions pose an immediate threat to public health or welfare (Use only in consultation with NCDCED); OR (D)I Is a planning or fair housing project (Must encourage multi-municipality or-agency cooperation). A If qualifying your project under the LMI national objective, how will you determine benefit to low and moderate income residents? (A) The project serves an entire census block group in which 46.58% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes (refer to Section #3 in this application). (B) The project serves an area that is smaller than a census block group. Call DCED for eligible census track information in order to demonstrate that 51% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes. (C) The project will serve a group of persons who are presumed eligible for assistance because they are in one of the following categories: seniors; adults with disabilities; homeless & homeless Veterans; battered spouses; abused/neglected children and youth; illiterate adults; migrant farm workers; persons with HIV/AIDS; and persons who use food banks or meals programs. (D) The project will serve specific persons or households (i.e.: housing assistance). We will verify the incomes of individuals or households before approving their participation (see Appendix C of the Guidelines for current income limits). A Census Tract 142, 143, 144 Block Group Number multiple EXPECTED TIMEFRAME Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/11/2025 1of3 Neighborly Sofrware The activities to be undertaken, including the scope of work and timeframe (We will use this Scope of Work narrative in any Agreement) sO please complete. The outcome(s) to be achieved The Greater Easton Development Partnership's (GEDP) Easton Ambassadors program dates back to 2008, and support for the program remains high as the Ambassadors continue to provide a clean and safe environment for Easton's Downtown and West Ward. Their work strengthens investment in Easton's Downtown and West Ward, helping to mitigate crime, disinvestment and blight, as can be seen by the increased by business and job growth, as well as a large increase in rehabilitated properties in Easton's Downtown and West Ward. The Ambassadors, cross-trained in safety and cleaning services, work tirelessly to provide a tangible presence throughout Easton's low/moderate income areas oft the Downtown and West Ward. The Ambassadors provide hospitality assistance, distribute maps and publications, and remove thousands of pounds of trash from the streets, manage a cigarette recycling initiative, keeping waste out of our waterways. The Ambassadors also weed hundreds of city block faces, remove graffiti, water 1100+ planters, and clean snow at crosswalk ramps throughout their territory. Finally, in instances of illegal, unsafe, or otherwise concerning activity, they request timely assistance from the police,and have helped mitigate panhandling in the Easton's downtown. The Easton Ambassadors also provide a critical community engagement conduit to both receive and distribute information from not only visitors, but also from residents and businesses. In 2018, after a successful 2017 pilot, the Easton Ambassadors expanded their territory to include portions of Easton's West Ward, which has necessitated additional funding support from existing and new funding partners. The Ambassadors are currently funded by a collaboration of public and private partners that includes the City of Easton, Northampton County (Hotel Tax grant program), Crayola, Lafayette College, our local developers, and our Neighborhood Partnership Program partners for the West Ward Community Initiative. In 2024, the Easton Ambassadors further expanded their territory in the West Ward with funding from PCCD for safe routes to school support for Paxinosa Elementary School (in collaboration with Community Bike Works). The Easton Ambassadors program is a contracted year-round service. The original contract was signed by GEDP in 2008 after a competitive process, and subsequent amendments have been signed to continue and modify the service over the last 16+ years. With support from the County's CDBG allocation, and from our other funding partners, the program will continue through 2025. The direct outcomes expected from this program include continued beautification and crime reduction, and enhanced community engagement; indirect outcomes include continued economic development and community investment in the Downtown and West Ward neighborhoods of Easton. PROCUREMENT B.10. All projects must meet federal (as well as local) procurement guidelines when purchasing services, supplies, materials, or equipment. For engineering and other professional services, this means that CDBG funds may be used to pay these services ONLY if they will be procured competitively, separately from the process of selecting municipal services. The project does not require engineering or other professional services Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/11/2025 3 of 3 Naighborly Software C. Budget Case Id: 32486 Name: Greater Easton Completed by pradBestoparneahion, on 4/8/2025 2:57 PM Development Partnership 2025 Address: 325 Northampton St., Easton, PA 18042 C. Budget Please provide the following information. C.1. CDBG-2025 Amount Requested $50,000.00 C.2. Other federal funds committed to project $0.00 C.3. State funds committed to project $126,000.00 C.4. Local funds committed to project $0.00 C.5.Private/other funds committed to project $134,000.00 C.6. Total Project Costs $310,000.00 C.7. Has this project received past CDBG funds? Yes Amount: $50,000.00 C.8. On the attached DCED Sources & Uses Spreadsheet, (electronic version sent under separate cover) provide a budget detail (created by applicant). For all construction projects, provide an itemized signed cost estimate from a qualified professional showing all costs, including engineering. If CDBG funds will support a portion of the total cost, describe which costs CDBG will support. Fora all force account or staffing costs, provide an itemization of costs by employee. List administrative costs on a separate budget sheet. Administrative costs refer to general accounting, payroll, or other overhead charged to the project. It does not include project management or oversight of project activities. DCED Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet *Required Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/11/2025 1of2 Neighborly Software A. Organization Information Case Id: 32481 Name: Lehigh Valley Center for Indepenent Living Completed by leviwalbert@lvci.org: on 3/25/2025 12:33 PM Address: 713 North 13th Street Allentown, PA 18102, A. Organization Information Please provide the following information. A.1. Municpal/Organitation Name Lehigh Valley Center for Independent Living A.2. One-line Description of Project The PLACE program seeks to minimize and prevent homelessness for people with disabilities living in the City of Easton. A.3. Address of Project Site 713 North 13th Street Allentown, PA 18102 Allentown, PA 18102 A.4. Federal ID Number 23-2610549 A.5. UEI Number: SAM.gov E2JJY191SCB5 A.6. Copy of Proof of SAM.gov Registration Proof of SAM Registration *Required Registration Activated for LEHIGH VALLEY CENTER FOR NDEPENDENT LIVING, INC._ E2JJY191SCB5 5PVG4 in the U.S. Government's System for Award Management (SAM.gov).pdf CHIEF OFFICIAL A.7. Name Seth Hoderewski A.8. Title Executive Director A.9. Address 713 North 13th Street Allentown, PA 18102 Allentown, PA 18102 A.10. Phone (610) 770-9781 A.11. Email sethioderewsi@hdlorg Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1 of 4 Neighborly Software MONITORING A.20. Briefly describe how you will monitor progress in implementing the program. Describe who will be responsible for monitoring progress. LVCIL's Community Support Coordinators will log all consumer information into CIL Suite, the organization's online consumer database management system. Completed consumer intake packets, which will include an income verification form, shared living questionnaire (if applicable), and municipal record documenting residency in the City of Easton, will be scanned and saved to each individual consumer record in CIL Suite and will be maintained in LVCIL's consumer file. LVCIL's Administrative Services Coordinator maintains all consumer files for periodic review and updated of essential consumer information such as address change, change in income, etc. LVCIL's Core & Housing Services Supervisor reviews all consumer data in CIL Suite including case notes and tracks pertinent information on a separate tracking spreadsheet to complete required CDBG reports. This system allows the manager to verify that the consumer intake packet is completed and that all proper forms have been submitted and filed. The manager will conduct regular follow-up with the Community Support Coordinators through monthly supervision and/or department meetings to ensure that consumers are receiving quality services and support, and to ensure that all consumer data is being updated and allows LVCIL to confidently present consumer and fiscal records for scheduled monitoring or visits by HUD. Community Support Coordinators will provide housing counseling services, which include intake, housing searches, supports coordination, and follow-along, to consumers through at least bi-weekly contact. Services provided will be tracked as case notes in CIL Suite and specific outcome-based objectives will be documented for tracking purposes including: Number of consumers that have demonstrated housing stability Number of landlord, property manager and realtor contacts Specific referral contacts made on behalf of consumers This information will be collected and analyzed against prior CDBG program years to evaluate the success of services provided over a longer period. This monitoring will be vital to developing future project goals and shaping the narrative for future proposals. A.21. Attach copies of all data collection tools that will be used to verify achievement of program goals and objectives. Data Collection Tools *Required CILsuit webstie information.docx INSURANCE, BONDING, AND WORKER'S COMPENSATION A.22. Does the agency have liability insurance? Yes A.23. Amount of liability insurance: 1,000,000 A.24. Insuring Agency Lamb Insurance Services A.25. Copy of Insurance Declaration Copy of Insurance policy naming City as additional insured *Required ClyoHfaston,2526.COL684275993pdr Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3 of 4 Neighborly Software B. Project Information Case Id: 32481 Name: Lehigh Valley Center for Indepenent Living Completed by eviwalert@lvci.org on. 3/25/2025 12:35 PM Address: 713 North 13th Street Allentown, PA 18102, B. Project Information Please provide thei following information. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION All projects must meet at least one national objective. Exhibit B describes the national objectives and how to determine low- and moderate-income (LMI) benefit. B.1. Under which national objective will your project qualify? (A) Benefits residents with low or moderate incomes (LMI); (B)A Aids in the elimination of slums and blight; OR (C) Meets community needs having a particular urgency because conditions pose an immediate threat to public health or welfare (Use only in consultation with NCDCED); OR (D) Is a planning or fair housing project (Must encourage multi-municipality or-agency cooperation). A If qualifying your project under the LMI national objective, how will you determine benefit to low and moderate income residents? (A) The project serves an entire census block group in which 46.58% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes (refer to Section #3 in this application). (B) The project serves an area that is smaller than a census block group. Call DCED for eligible census track information in order to demonstrate that 51% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes. (C) The project will serve a group of persons who are presumed eligible for assistance because they are in one of the following categories:: seniors; adults with disabilities; homeless & homeless Veterans; battered spouses; abused/neglected children and youth; illiterate adults; migrant farm workers; persons with HIV/AIDS; and persons who use food banks or meals programs. (D) The project will serve specific persons or households (i.e.: housing assistance). We will verify the incomes of individuals or households before approving their participation (see Appendix C of the Guidelines for current income limits). C B.1.a. Check all program/activity beneficiaries: Seniors Adults with Disabilities Homeless & Homeless Veterans Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1 of 4 Neighborly Software Residents with Disabilities Residents that are Senior Citizens Residents that are Veterans Residents that are Latino/Hispanic Other Underserved Constituency B.8. Does your project affirmatively further fair housing choice? Yes Please describe how: Our program focuses on the much-needed aspect to fair housing choices regarding accessible housing for those with disabilities PROJECT NARRATIVE B.9. Describe the project concisely and completely. You should answer the question: How will this project improve the lives of people with low/moderate incomes? Please address: The need for the project Thel benefit to low-income residents A description of the project service area The activities to be undertaken, including the scope of work and timeframe (We will use this Scope of Work narrative in any Agreement) SO please complete. The outcome(s) to be achieved I. PROJECT NARRATIVE People with disabilities in the City of Easton face significant barriers to full community inclusion, particularly regarding housing accessibility and affordability. In Easton, approximately 8.1% of residents under age 65 have disabilities, representing a vulnerable population increasingly challenged by the city's housing market trends. The continued focus on market-rate and luxury apartment development has contributed to pricing many people with disabilities out of the market, with affordable, accessible housing needs virtually ignored. This unfortunate pattern extends beyond Easton, pointing to a national housing crisis for people with disabilities. People with disabilities in Easton face significant employment and income disparities compared to those without disabilities. Nationally, workers with disabilities consistently earn less than their non-disabled counterparts, and Easton reflects this troubling pattern. Only 4% of the city's labor force consists of people with disabilities who are either employed or actively seeking work. While many individuals attempt to supplement their SSI benefits through employment, job opportunities remain limited and wages insufficient. Consequently, the excessive cost of housing means SSI benefits often become their primary income source rather than functioning as the intended safety net. The average monthly SSI payment for a qualifying individual in 2025 is projected to be $967. Meanwhile, the average rent for a one- bedroom apartment in Easton has reached $1,213 per month. This creates an impossible financial situation where an individual receiving SSI would need to spend approximately 145% of their benefits on rent alone. Even those who are employed while receiving SSI struggle to cover additional living expenses such as utilities, food, and medication. Many are forced to make impossible choices between basic necessities and housing payments. The National Council on Disability reports that severely burdened nouseholds-where more than 50% of income goes to housing costs-are more likely to live in substandard conditions. The National Low-Income Housing Coalition notes that 70% of extremely low-income renter households in Pennsylvania experience severe cost burden. Additionally, the Technical Assistance Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 30 of 4 Neighborly Software C. Budget Case Id: 32481 Name: Lehigh Valley Center for Indepenent Living Completed by leviwalbert@lvcl.org on. 3/26/2025 10:42 AM Address: 713 North 13th Street Allentown, PA 18102, C. Budget Please provide the following information. C.1. CDBG-2025 Amount Requested $10,000.00 C.2. Other federal funds committed to project $0.00 C.3. State funds committed to project $0.00 C.4. Local funds committed to project $0.00 C.5. Private/other funds committed to project $0.00 C.6. Total Project Costs $10,000.00 C.7. Has this project received past CDBG funds? Yes Amount: $10,000.00 C.8. On the attached DCED Sources & Uses Spreadsheet, (electronic version sent under separate cover) provide a budget detail (created by applicant). For all construction projects, provide an itemized signed cost estimate from a qualified professional showing all costs, including engineering. If CDBG funds will support a portion of the total cost, describe which costs CDBG will support. Fora all force account or staffing costs, provide an itemization of costs by employee. List administrative costs on a separate budget sheet. Administrative costs refer to general accounting, payroll, or other overhead charged to the project. It does not include project management or oversight of project activities. DCED Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet *Required Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of2 Neighborly Software A. Organization Information Case Id: 32454 Name: ProJeCt of Easton, Inc. 2025 Completed by kaheckeye@poktrastonong on 3/25/2025 4:18 PM Address: 200 Ferry Street, Easton, PA and Easton Area A. Organization Information Please provide the following information. A.1. Municdpa/Organization Name ProJeCt of Easton, Inc. A.2. One-line Description of Project Student Success Program is a school-based life skills and mentoring program that allows children to develop the skills needed to succeed in school. A.3. Address of Project Site 200 Ferry Street, Easton, PA and Easton Area Middle School 1010 Echo Trail Easton, PA 18040 A.4. Federal ID Number 23-1699851 A.5. UEI Number: SAM.gov PKNASC6ML8C5 A.6. Copy of Proof of SAM.gov Registration Proof of SAM Registration *Required Entulymlormation.20250311-113404pdr CHIEF OFFICIAL A.7. Name Kim Checkeye A.8. Title Executive Director A.9. Address 320 Ferry Street Easton, PA 18042 A.10. Phone (610) 258-4361 A.11. Email kchedeye@polecteasonorg Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1 of 4 Neighborly Software ensures that materials are understood. The program addresses barriers to school achievement and success by focusing on decision-making skills, self-management skills and the ability to resist social and peer pressures. A.19. Provide an organization chart, including employee names and titles, to characterize how this program/service fits into the overall organizational structure. Organization Chart *Required 24-25 organization chart.pdf MONITORING A.20. Briefly describe how you will monitor progress in implementing the program. Describe who will be responsible for monitoring progress. Each student's attendance will be collected and monitored for completion of the curriculum. In addition, all students take a pre-post Botvin LifeSkillse Training Questionnaire given at the beginning and end of the program. Finally, a Botvin LifeSkillse Training Fidelity Checklist is completed in classes by an EASD teacher to assess the ProJeCt staff instructor's fidelity to the model. Attendance, pre/post questionnaires, and fidelity checklists are reviewed and summarized in data by the Manager of School-Based Programs and the Director of Programs. Information is reported to the Executive Director. A.21. Attach copies of all data collection tools that will be used to verify achievement of program goals and objectives. Data Collection Tools *Required data collection tools.pdf INSURANCE, BONDING, AND WORKER'S COMPENSATION A.22. Does the agency have liability insurance? Yes A.23. Amount of liability insurance: General $3,000,000; Products-Completed Operations Aggregate $3,000,000; Personal and Advertising Injury $1,000,000; Each occurrence $1,000,000; Fire Damage (any one fire) $100,000; Medical Expense Limit (any one person) $20,000. A.24. Insuring Agency Selective Ins Co of America A.25. Copy of Insurance Declaration Copy of Insurance policy naming City as additional insured *Required COI - City of Easton.pdf Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3 of4 Neighborly Software B. Project Information Case Id: 32454 Name: ProJeCt of Easton, Inc. 2025 Completed by kaecieyxepoecestonong on. 3/25/2025 4:18 Address: 200 Ferry Street, Easton, PA and Easton Area PM B. Project Information Please provide the following information. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION All projects must meet at least one national objective. Exhibit B describes the national objectives and how to determine low- and moderate-income (LMI) benefit. B.1. Under which national objective will your project qualify? (A) Benefits residents with low or moderate incomes (LMI); (B) Aids in the elimination of slums and blight; OR (C) Meets community needs having a particular urgency because conditions pose an immediate threat to public health or welfare (Use only in consultation with NCDCED); OR (D) Is a planning or fair housing project (Must encourage multi-municipality or-agency cooperation). A If qualifying your project under the LMI national objective, how will you determine benefit to low and moderate income residents? (A) The project serves an entire census block group in which 46.58% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes (refer to Section #3 in this application). (B) The project serves an area that is smaller than a census block group. Call DCED for eligible census track information in order to demonstrate that 51% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes. (C) The project will serve a group of persons who are presumed eligible for assistance because they are in one of the following categories: seniors; adults with disabilities; homeless & homeless Veterans; battered spouses; abused/neglected children and youth; illiterate adults; migrant farm workers; persons with HIV/AIDS; and persons who use food banks or meals programs. (D) The project will serve specific persons or households (i.e.: housing assistance). We will verify the incomes of individuals or households before approving their participation (see Appendix Cof the Guidelines for current income limits). D EXPECTED TIMEFRAME B.2. Proposed Start Date of Activity 07/01/2025 B.3. Proposed Completion Date 06/30/2026 Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of 3 Neighborly Software communities is well-documented. In response to local need, the EASD has requested that we continue to provide and plan for the expansion of our SSP, Botvin LifeSkillse Training program. Many schools are implementing a Social Emotional Learning curriculum into their schools in order to promote positive mental health in students. The Botvin LifeSkillso Training curriculum is intended to be provided in heterogenous classroom groups and is not intended to be delivered only to at-risk students. The intention is to provide integrated and interactive opportunities for all children to engage with one another and to build a positive school culture in which at-risk students and others can feel connected and supported. Scope of Work: The Student Success Program will present the Botvin LifeSkills Training curriculum to all EASD 6th grade students (approximately 600+) in the coming year. The curriculum will be facilitated by staff trained in delivery and facilitation of Botvin LifeSkillse Training. The Botvin LifeSkillse Training consists of three major components. Research has shown that when students develop skills in these three domains, they are far less likely to engage in a wide range of high-risk behaviors and more likely to make appropriate decisions in challenging situations. The major components include: e Drug resistant skills. These skills enable youth to recognize and challenge misconceptions about tobacco, alcohol and other drug use. Activities include coaching and practice during which students gain information and practical resistance skills for dealing with peers and media pressure to engage in alcohol, tobacco and other drug use e Personal self-management skills. Students learn how to examine their self- image and its effects on behavior, set goals and keep track of personal progress. Activities include: identifying everyday decisions and how they may be influenced by others; analyzing problem situations; considering the consequences of each alternative solution before making decisions; reducing stress and anxiety; and, looking at personal challenges in a positive light. e General social skills. Activities focus on developing necessary skills to overcome shyness, communicating effectively and avoiding misunderstandings, initiating and carrying out conversations, handling social requests, utilizing verbal and nonverbal assertiveness skills to make or refuse requests and recognizing choices other than aggression or inaction when faced with tough situations. Measurable Objectives: 1. Will serve at least 500 children each school year 2. 75% of children participating in the Botvin Lifeskills e Training (LST) program will complete 80% or more of the curriculum, which is the recommended dosage to see an improved ability to make positive life decisions and a reduced risk for school failure. 3. 100% of LST classes will have at least one Fidelity Check performed. PROCUREMENT B.10. All projects must meet federal (as well as local) procurement guidelines when purchasing services, supplies, materials, or equipment. For engineering and other professional services, this means that CDBG funds may be used to pay these services ONLY if they will be procured competitively, separately from the process of selecting municipal services. The project does not require engineering or other professional services Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3of3 Neighborly Software C. Budget Case Id: 32454 Name: ProJeCt of Easton, Inc. 2025 Completed! byk ehcdeyxepopcteastonong on 3/25/2025 4:19 Address: 200 Ferry Street, Easton, PA and Easton Area PM C. Budget Please provide the following information. C.1. CDBG-2025 Amount Requested $10,000.00 C.2. Other federal funds committed to project $0.00 C.3. State funds committed to project $0.00 C.4. Local funds committed to project $0.00 C.5. Private/other funds committed to project $87,039.00 C.6. Total Project Costs $97,039.00 C.7. Has this project received past CDBG funds? Yes Amount: $10,000.00 C.8. On the attached DCED Sources & Uses Spreadsheet, (electronic version sent under separate cover) provide a budget detail (created by applicant). For all construction projects, provide an itemized signed cost estimate from a qualified professional showing all costs, including engineering. If CDBG funds will support a portion of the total cost, describe which costs CDBG will support. For all force account or staffing costs, provide an itemization of costs by employee. List administrative costs on a separate budget sheet. Administrative costs refer to general accounting, payroll, or other overhead charged to the project. It does not include project management or oversight of project activities. DCED Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet *Required Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of 2 Neighborly Software A. Organization Information Case Id: 32471 Name: Rising Tide Community Loan Fund - 2025 Completed by plonner-rta/@cackorg on 3/25/2025 4:12 PM Address: 1337 E. Fifth St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 A. Organization Information Please provide the following information. A.1. Municipa/Organitation Name Rising Tide Community Loan Fund A.2. One-line Description of Project The Rising Tide Community Loan Fund provides accessible financing to business owners whose risk factors make it difficult to obtain funds from traditional lenders. A.3. Address of Project Site 1337 E. Fifth St Bethlehem, PA 18015 A.4. Federal ID Number 233079170 A.5. UEI Number: SAM.gov TJFYCM8AHNS9 A.6. Copy of Proof of SAM.gov Registration Proof of SAM Registration *Required RTCLF - SAM.gov 2025.pdf CHIEF OFFICIAL A.7. Name Dawn Godshall A.8. Title Executive Director A.9. Address 1337 E. Fifth St Bethlehem, PA 18015 A.10. Phone (610) 691-5620 A.11. Email dgodshall@caclv.org Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 10 of3 Neighborly Software A.19. Provide an organization chart, including employee names and titles, to characterize how this program/service fits into the overall organizational structure. Organization Chart "Required RTCLF Org Chart 3.2025.pdf MONITORING A.20. Briefly describe how you will monitor progress in implementing the program. Describe who will be responsible for monitoring progress. RTCLF bases its projections on figures derived from its annual work plan. The work plan consists of target goals and metrics to be achieved in the current fiscal year. Iti is developed by the Director of RTCLF with input from both RTCLF's and CALV's Board of Directors. The estimated metrics for achievement are grounded in many factors, including RTCLF's current capacity and expectations from previous levels of success. A.21. Attach copies of all data collection tools that will be used to verify achievement of program goals and objectives. Data Collection Tools *Required RTCLF - Annual Work Plan Fy25.pdf INSURANCE, BONDING, AND WORKER'S COMPENSATION A.22. Does the agency have liability insurance? Yes A.23. Amount of liability insurance: 1,000,000 A.24. Insuring Agency Philadelphia Indemnity Insurance Company A.25. Copy of Insurance Declaration Copy of Insurance policy naming City as additional insured *Required City of Easton 07.01.24 -07.01.25.pdf Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3of3 Neighborly Software B. Project Information Case Id: 32471 Name: Rising Tide Community Loan Fund - 2025 Completed by plonnerrtd/@cackorg on 3/25/2025 4:14 PM Address: 1337 E. Fifth St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 B. Project Information Please provide the following information. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION All projects must meet at least one national objective. Exhibit B describes the national objectives and how to determine low- and moderate-income (LMI) benefit. B.1. Under which national objective will your project qualify? (A) Benefits residents with low or moderate incomes (LMI); (B) Aids in the elimination of slums and blight; OR (C) Meets community needs having a particular urgency because conditions pose an immediate threat to public health or welfare (Use only in consultation with NCDCED); OR (D) Is a planning or fair housing project (Must encourage multi-municipality or-agency cooperation). A If qualifying your project under the LMI national objective, how will you determine benefit to low and moderate income residents? (A) The project serves an entire census block group in which 46.58% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes (refer to Section #3 in this application). (B) The project serves an area that is smaller than a census block group. Call DCED for eligible census track information in order to demonstrate that 51% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes. (C) The project will serve a group of persons who are presumed eligible for assistance because they are in one of the following categories: seniors; adults with disabilities; homeless & homeless Veterans; battered spouses; abused/neglected children and youth; illiterate adults; migrant farm workers; persons with HIV/AIDS; and persons who use food banks or meals programs. (D) The project will serve specific persons or households (i.e.: housing assistance). We will verify the incomes of individuals or households before approving their participation (see Appendix C of the Guidelines for current income limits). ) EXPECTED TIMEFRAME B.2. Proposed Start Date of Activity 07/01/2025 B.3. Proposed Completion Date 06/30/2027 PROJECT BENEFICIARIES Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1 of3 Neighborly Software difficult to obtain funds from traditional lenders. RTCLF serves prospective, start-up, and established businesses in Lehigh, Northampton, Carbon, Monroe, and upper Bucks counties through small business loans for leasehold improvements, purchase of equipment and machinery, marketing costs, working capital, and inventory purchases as well as one-on-one technical assistance on business plans, cash flow analysis and projections, and marketing strategies. RTCLF offers a line of credit for entrepreneurs as a complement to its loan products and works with current and potential borrowers to create business operating budgets, break-even analyses, and other projections. The mission of RTCLF is to identify small business and community development credit needs that stifle the creation of economic opportunity in low- to moderate-income communities of the Lehigh Valley and to meet those needs with affordable credit products. RTCLF, formed in 2001, has provided 335 loans to 274 businesses, totaling more than $12.7 million, leading to the creation of at least 423 jobs and the retention of at least 909 jobs. As a Community Development Financial Institution (CDFI) certified by the United States Department of the Treasury, at least 60% of the loans provided and at least 60% of the total dollars loaned must go to businesses operated by low- to moderate- income (LMI) owners or to businesses that are located within an LMI census area to maintain CDFI certification. While not a factor in maintaining our CDFI certification, RTCLF provides special consideration to women and minority business owners, who continue to face barriers to wealth-building opportunities. In the previous fiscal year, RTCLF approved 14 loans. Eight loans were made to women-owned businesses, seven were made to minority-owned businesses, and 10 were to businesses owned by LMI individuals and/or located in LMI census tracts. Easton CDBG funds would support outreach to existing businesses and entrepreneurs as well as no-cost marketing and technical assistance to established and prospective business owners. PROCUREMENT B.10. All projects must meet federal (as well as local) procurement guidelines when purchasing services, supplies, materials, or equipment. For engineering and other professional services, this means that CDBG funds may be used to pay these services ONLY if they will be procured competitively, separately from the process of selecting municipal services. The project does not require engineering or other professional services Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3 of3 Neighhorly Software C. Budget Case Id: 32471 Name: Rising Tide Community Loan Fund - 2025 Completed by plonner-rtfPcach.org on 3/25/2025 4:141 PM Address: 1337 E. Fifth St, Bethlehem, PA 18015 C. Budget Please provide the following information. C.1. CDBG-2025 Amount Requested $10,000.00 C.2. Other federal funds committed to project $100,000.00 C.3. State funds committed to project $125,000.00 C.4. Local funds committed to project $2,975.00 C.5. Private/other funds committed to project $511,875.00 C.6. Total Project Costs $749,850.00 C.7. Has this project received past CDBG funds? Yes Amount: $8,000.00 C.8. On the attached DCED Sources & Uses Spreadsheet, (electronic version sent under separate cover) provide a budget detail (created by applicant). For all construction projects, provide an itemized signed cost estimate from a qualified professional showing all costs, including engineering. f CDBG funds will support a portion of the total cost, describe which costs CDBG will support. Fora all force account or staffing costs, provide an itemization of costs by employee. List administrative costs on a separate budget sheet. Administrative costs refer to general accounting, payroll, or other overhead charged to the project. It does not include project management or oversight of project activities. DCED Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet *Required CDBG Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet-Easton FY25.xlsx Employee Cost Itemization.pdf Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of2 Neighborly Software A. Organization Information Case Id: 32475 Name: Third Street Alliance for Women and Children - Completed by borheehniravetaliomeog on. 3/28/202512:45 Address: 41 North Third Street, PA 18042 PM Easton, A. Organization Information Please provide the following information. A.1. Municipa/Organization Name Third Street Alliance for Women and Children A.2. One-line Description of Project Replacement of all 36 windows in the Bixler-Ward House, which are original to the 1932 building. A.3. Address of Project Site 41 North Third Street Easton, PA 18042 A.4. Federal ID Number 24-0795639 A.5. UEI Number: SAM.gov 5P5N8 A.6. Copy of Proof of SAM.gov Registration Proof of SAM Registration *Required Sam Verification.pdf CHIEF OFFICIAL A.7. Name Alisa Baratta A.8. Title Executive Director A.9. Address 41 North Third Street Easton, PA 18042 A.10. Phone (610) 438-9422 A.11. Email bintaethrdiretalineos Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of 3 Neighborly Software program and service delivery to clients to mitigate impact. The Director of Administration will be the liaison with the construction company and will monitor progress of the project. A.21. Attach copies of all data collection tools that will be used to verify achievement of program goals and objectives. Data Collection Tools *Required TSA Easton CDBG Data Collection Tool 2024 -Bixler Windows.xisx INSURANCE, BONDING, AND WORKER'S COMPENSATION A.22. Does the agency have liability insurance? Yes A.23. Amount of liability insurance: $3,000,000 A.24. Insuring Agency Harleysville Insurance Company A.25. Copy of Insurance Declaration Copy of Insurance policy naming City as additional insured *Required Third Street Alliance - The City of Easton Certificate.pdf Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3of3 Neighborly Software B. Project Information Case Id: 32475 Name: Third Street Alliance for Women and Children Completed by bercherehninairealoncoy on 3/27/2025 11:16 Address: 41 North Third Street, Easton, PA 18042 PM B. Project Information Please provide the following information. PROJECT ELIGIBILITY DETERMINATION All projects must meet at least one national objective. Exhibit B describes the national objectives and how to determine low- and moderate-income (LMI) benefit. B.1. Under which national objective will your project qualify? (A) Benefits residents with low or moderate incomes (LMI); (B) Aids in the elimination of slums and blight; OR (C) Meets community needs having a particular urgency because conditions pose an immediate threat to public health or welfare (Use only in consultation with NCDCED); OR (D) Is a planning or fair housing project (Must encourage multi-municipality or-agency cooperation). A If qualifying your project under the LMI national objective, how will you determine benefit to low and moderate income residents? (A) The project serves an entire census block group in which 46.58% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes (refer to Section #3 in this application). (B) The project serves an area that is smaller than a census block group. Call DCED for eligible census track information in order to demonstrate that 51% or more of residents have low or moderate incomes. (C) The project will serve a group of persons who are presumed eligible for assistance because they are in one of the following categories: seniors; adults with disabilities; homeless & homeless Veterans; battered spouses; abused/neglected children and youth; illiterate adults; migrant farm workers; persons with HIV/AIDS; and persons who use food banks or meals programs. (D) The project will serve specific persons or households (i.e.: housing assistance). We will verify the incomes of individuals or households before approving their participation (see Appendix C of the Guidelines for current income limits). B EXPECTED TIMEFRAME B.2. Proposed Start Date of Activity B.3. Proposed Completion Date Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of 4 Neighborly Software The outcome(s) to be achieved Third Street Alliance for Women and Children is located in the City of Easton and operates out of two adjacent historic buildings, the Simon Mansion and the Bixler-Ward House. The Simon Mansion, the main building, is a French Chateau style structure that was built for Herman Simon, the wealthy silk manufacturer, in 1902. In 1930, after Simon's death, the building became the home of the Easton YWCA, supporting the education and physical, mental, and social development of women working in factories. It also provided rooms for rent for women moving into the area. In the 1980s, the YWCA separated from the national organization and became the Third Street Alliance for Women and Children and realigned as a human services agency providing supportive services and programs for the homeless and working families. The rectangular building measures 24 feet wide by 120 feet deep and has four stories. In 1980, the Simon Mansion was added to the National Register of Historic Places. Sitting along the corridor to historic Downtown Easton in an area known as Millionaire's Row, today, the Simon Mansion and adjoining Bixler-Ward House houses historically preserved community spaces, a commercial kitchen, shelter accommodations, a gymnasium, childcare classrooms, and administrative offices. Its central location is convenient for clients and also serves as a frequent stop for walking tours, architecture and history enthusiasts, as well as the general public. In the summer of 2016, Third Street Alliance retained Eclectic Architecture and its team of sub-contractors - USA Architects, Strunk Albert Engineering, James B. Huffman, PE, Works in Stone and Jersey Arts Stained Glass Studios to conduct an audit of our facilities and systems. In 2017 we began addressing issues that required immediate remediation. The windows of Third Street Alliance were identified as needing attention even before the audit was completed. In 2011, the agency had identified the need to replace all the original windows for both the Simon Mansion and the Bixler-Ward House. This plan was to be carried out in phases with priority given to the deteriorated windows in the Simon Mansion shelter spaces, which was completed in 2012. Now, it is necessary to address the windows in the Bixler-Ward which House, are original to the 1932 building, to improve energy efficiency and ensure occupant safety. The work on the Bixler-Ward House windows is essential to the continued delivery of much-needed programs and services for our clients and beyond. The primary goal of replacing the windows in the Bixler-Ward House, part of the Third Street Alliance complex, is to safeguard our historic building and ensure the health, safety, and security of our customers and clients. By remediating critical issues, we will be able to continue to provide the community with vital human services. Grant funding will be used for the following: 1. Replacing the 36 original single-pane windows with new modern energy-efficient windows that include screens and UV protection. 2. Repairing and replacing wooden window sills and frames, re-glazing windows as needed, and repainting 36 sills and frames. This project is of critical importance impacting both our Housing Stability department and our early learning program, The Learning Center. It is part of a larger endeavor to address critical building issues systematically. Expected outcomes include: 1. Improve the health of shelter residents by replacing original single-pane windows with modern windows that include UV protection and built-in screens allowing the windows to be open for fresh air circulation. 2. Preserve use of shelter rooms located in the Bixler-Ward House year-round. 3. Increase the energy efficiency of classrooms and shelter rooms, lowering utility costs. 4. Increase the comfort of residents and customers; modern windows will help keep heating and cooling in the building and help keep customers more comfortable in the winter and summer months. 5. Mitigate future damage to the building by increasing the waterproofing of the windows. In addition to increasing the comfort of our staff, clients, and residents and improving energy efficiency, new windows ensure that our building meets the safety code and historic district regulations required by the City of Easton. PROCUREMENT B.10. All projects must meet federal (as well as local) procurement guidelines when purchasing services, supplies, materials, or equipment. For engineering and other professional services, this means that CDBG funds may be used to pay these services ONLY if they will be procured competitively, separately from the process of selecting municipal services. The project requires engineering or other professional services, and we intend to meet competitive procurement requirements and request CDBG reimbursement for these costs Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 3 of 4 Neighborly Software C. Budget Case Id: 32475 Name: Third Street Alliance for Women and Children - Completed by barcher@thirdstreetaliance.org on 3/28/2025 12:44 Address: 41 North Third Street, Easton, PA 18042 PM C. Budget Please provide the following information. C.1. CDBG-2025 Amount Requested $35,000.00 C.2. Other federal funds committed to project $0.00 C.3. State funds committed to project $0.00 C.4. Local funds committed to project $0.00 C.5. Private/other funds committed to project $0.00 C.6. Total Project Costs $70,000.00 C.7. Has this project received past CDBG funds? No C.8. On the attached DCED Sources & Uses Spreadsheet, (electronic version sent under separate cover) provide a budget detail (created by applicant). For all construction projects, provide an itemized signed cost estimate from a qualified professional showing all costs, including engineering. f CDBG funds will support a portion of the total cost, describe which costs CDBG will support. For all force account or staffing costs, provide an itemization of costs by employee. List administrative costs on a separate budget sheet. Administrative costs refer to general accounting, payroll, or other overhead charged to the project. It does not include project management or oversight of project activities. DCED Sources and Uses Budget Spreadsheet Required TSA-Sources and Uses Budget Spreadneet-fastonaix Printed By: Tarea Roach-Prittchett on 4/4/2025 1of2 2 Neighborly Software