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Julie, a county staff member, described the action as “strictly a preliminary set aside” and said the county will return with a conditional commitment once several contingencies are satisfied. County staff presented an overview of the development: 71 income‑restricted units for low‑income seniors (age 62+) and individuals with intellectual or developmental disabilities; an on‑site services partnership with Ray Graham Association; and a mix of one‑, two‑ and three‑bedroom units. Total estimated project cost is $28,710,024.

Financing discussed at the hearing included a bank mortgage ($3,246,000), Low‑Income Housing Tax Credits ($14,098,590), additional tax credit gap ($4,781,518), a deferred developer fee ($750,000), the county’s proposed HOME loan ($2,400,336), a Federal Home Loan Bank Affordable Housing Program grant ($2,000,000), and a city of Naperville seller’s note ($1,415,580). Staff noted that HOME underwriting in the conditional commitment will not assume the anticipated Section 811 project‑based vouchers in case they are not awarded prior to closing.

Mary, another county staff member who helped explain program rules, outlined required contingencies before a conditional commitment: approval of all other funding sources, completion of environmental review under 24 CFR Part 58, purchase of the site from the city of Naperville, further underwriting once all funding sources are secured, agreement on HOME loan terms, removal of local preference language from the purchase and sale agreement and tenant selection plan, and county approval of tenant selection, affirmative marketing, HOME unit leases and other required documentation. Mary also stated the county HOME units require a 20‑year regulatory affordability period.

Several commissioners questioned the project location and use of DuPage HOME funds in Will County. Mary and Julie explained that Naperville has elected to include its Will County areas in DuPage County’s HOME consortium allocation; as a result the city’s entire HOME allocation is administered with DuPage County so projects in Naperville (including the Will County portion) can be funded by DuPage HOME dollars. Commissioners raised concerns about prioritizing DuPage residents; staff responded that federal HOME rules do not permit residency requirements, though the tenant selection plan and state referral units were described as part of the project’s allocation strategy.

Why it matters: If advanced, the development would add 71 income‑restricted units for seniors and persons with disabilities under a 20‑year HOME affordability term for the county units and is intended to address local affordable housing supply. The preliminary set‑aside does not commit funds; staff will return with a conditional commitment only after the listed contingencies are met.

Ending: The commission approved the preliminary set‑aside. County staff will continue due diligence and return with a conditional commitment only if financing, environmental review and the other listed contingencies are satisfied.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","DuPage County CDC/HAG Committee Meeting, Tuesday 4/1/25","oneSentenceSummary","DuPage County approved a preliminary $2,400,336 HOME set‑aside for a proposed 71‑unit affordable rental project in Naperville, with final commitment contingent on financing, environmental review and other underwriting conditions.","taxTitle","DuPage County, Illinois","taxId",2547,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6093611,"DuPage County increases HOME award to Catholic Charities by $110,339 for tenant‑based rental assistance",41,1259000,1300000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2846224-6ce93c4d0b3fe241de87149e04a5b380&start=1259&end=1300","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2846224-6ce93c4d0b3fe241de87149e04a5b380/thumbnail_1259000.jpg","/articles/6093611/DuPage-County/Illinois/DuPage-County-increases-HOME-award-to-Catholic-Charities-by-110339-for-tenantbased-rental-assistance","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6093611-69fead2d7190ffbdfdc2ffef8cb284d8/orig.mp4?Expires=1771154692&Signature=dH3wXL7og8hVeejTn~wDPc7jRrbefGcBE5PZ-0oGX5Mbr3MvTEubKHFC1KxKSz28zX96rCcED88k2nNWE8NG0SiKMCce7FTaNkerlSokV8YJ97Ef84KQOiIZ9bJqspuXmxe3LVwPsP2yFNLVqZ3ULsNbQmNMINhv4r7UqB0JVBXeGS7hLwZeRMBXOu7hTnW~9~zWt6tL82m4gO1al5gRxxZE6KGqwm4tijC~PlNngvcApbN9RrtS0NrBN26-sj2Yh6BV1DjGRAJmePq7Rzxwwdz2wpiVMjAv~xdGa-0umAersKoYS6PgXC5zlQ4RELYu-iD~lLjoMG4bBItPeM~duQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","DuPage County’s Community Development Commission approved a modification increasing HOME Program funding to Catholic Charities, Diocese of Joliet, for tenant‑based rental assistance.

Julie, a county staff member, explained the existing HOME agreement (HM21‑2A) runs through Nov. 14, 2025, and that Catholic Charities had expended its original $300,000 allocation faster than anticipated. The modification adds $110,339, bringing the total HOME award under the agreement to $410,339.

Why it matters: The additional funds are intended to keep the tenant‑based rental assistance program operational through the current agreement end date. Julie said the increase reflects higher demand for the program.

The commission approved Modification 1 by voice vote. No further conditions or contingencies were noted during the discussion.

Ending: With the modification approved, Catholic Charities will continue providing tenant‑based rental assistance under the amended HOME agreement through Nov. 14, 2025.","The commission approved Modification 1 to a HOME agreement, increasing Catholic Charities Diocese of Joliet’s tenant‑based rental assistance award from $300,000 to $410,339 to extend program support through November 14, 2025.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6093616,"DuPage County agrees to engage Hanover Park on $391,000 CDBG‑CV playground project",625,345000,970000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2846224-6ce93c4d0b3fe241de87149e04a5b380&start=345&end=970","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2846224-6ce93c4d0b3fe241de87149e04a5b380/thumbnail_345000.jpg","/articles/6093616/DuPage-County/Illinois/DuPage-County-agrees-to-engage-Hanover-Park-on-391000-CDBGCV-playground-project","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6093616-c1da466aa927c00e587e8149ae5b3e42/orig.mp4?Expires=1771154692&Signature=jRDAfQTwrYJVC4agsM2lGniHjql-puyvlwsG~n1AytFMuSNnr7GRZ9F07RY33JreoS7YJy37u7~LeTZQsFY4L5GuxUuxeomatEu5lQP9mmeqwI4kBLJvjO-z1Yg1OdRIXTpRqRs7~vFsqVvZu0rRRGhONSMFSNljD4sAEkfxhoJtd~fbY0El6alYwFjqglbtV4RQPNUdWuNuO6apeMaZirP-2AijIph8n~OQZC6oHgCS~Y3Lzv6UYNAFbZwEmdvurEqAesEBe-T5Erx8hDYvh7r1UumgNCIQx1g69y2zhVPCwF-c-sHVCW8w8c6eAP6Y4aa~KrFQZgOHwqE-VZTJ8Q__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","DuPage County commissioners voted to authorize staff to engage with the Hanover Park Park District about using remaining Community Development Block Grant Coronavirus (CDBG‑CV) funds to replace a 30‑year‑old playground at Hollywood Park in Hanover Park.

Julie, a county staff member, told the commission that DuPage County “received a little over $6,600,000 in community development block grant coronavirus funding back in 2021” and that, after completed projects, the county had a remaining balance of $407,522.06. The county proposes shifting some administration and planning funds to allocate about $391,000 toward the Hanover Park playground improvement.

Why it matters: HUD guidance allows certain outdoor park improvements to be funded with CDBG‑CV money when the project helps prevent, prepare for, or respond to the pandemic (for example by supporting social distancing). County staff said the Hollywood Park playground sits in a residential area whose service area is 86.6% low‑to‑moderate income, which supports CDBG eligibility under the program rules.

Commissioners and staff clarified conditions the county will require before any agreement is executed. Julie said staff must confirm the project can be completed within the CDBG‑CV expenditure deadline (funds must be expended by June 4, 2027), demonstrate there is no duplication of benefits, confirm the project’s CDBG‑CV eligibility with HUD guidance, verify current cost estimates, and collect necessary documentation from the park district. If those checks are satisfied, staff will return with a formal recommendation and agreement for the project.

Member Eka asked how the county defines the playground’s service area; Julie replied the applicant identified the block‑level area surrounding the park and that the service area corresponds to census block groups included in the applicant’s submission.

The motion before the commission was limited to allowing staff to engage with Hanover Park for further documentation and eligibility confirmation, not to commit or distribute funding. The commission approved the recommendation to engage and proceed with the required outreach and documentation.

Ending: Staff will pursue the requested documentation from the Hanover Park Park District and return to the commission with a formal recommendation only if the project meets CDBG‑CV eligibility, duplication‑of‑benefit requirements and the county’s timeline.","DuPage County commissioners voted to seek further engagement with the Hanover Park Park District to explore using leftover federal CDBG‑CV funds—about $391,000—to replace a 30‑year‑old playground at Hollywood Park, subject to eligibility checks and documentation.","actionData","errors"]

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DuPage County preliminarily sets aside $2.4 million in HOME funds for 71‑unit Naperville senior/disability housing

DuPage County increases HOME award to Catholic Charities by $110,339 for tenant‑based rental assistance

DuPage County agrees to engage Hanover Park on $391,000 CDBG‑CV playground project