| 1. |
To administer
approximately $1.6 million in CDBG funds, including preparation of
the HUD-required Consolidated Plan and participation in the
Newton-administered HOME Consortium. |
| 2. |
To facilitate and
coordinate with City of Newton the Continuum of Care to ensure
that the gaps in the delivery systems are addressed for those that
are homeless or at threat of homelessness and that they receive
support systems and resources from the communities of Brookline,
Newton, and Watertown. |
| 3. |
To provide insightful
direction on promulgating recommendations on the CDBG entitlement
grant. |
| 4. |
To counsel and provide
technical assistance to individuals, organizations, and
individuals on the mechanics of the formula grants from
eligibility to awarding funds. |
| 5. |
To monitor federal
legislation relative to formula grants. |
| 6. |
To provide guidance on
regulation changes and resultant effects for the entitlement grant
and the Town overall. |
| 7. |
To implement changes
made in the upgrade of the IDIS system to ensure accuracy of data
made available to HUD. |
