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Obituaries

Tom E. Williams

Services were

held for Tom E. Williams Feb. 27 at St. John Con- gregational Church with Pastor Bennie Johnson officiat- ing. Mr. Williams, 84, died Feb. 21.

He was born

Nov. 20, 1925 in Somerville, Tenn. He came to Detroit in 1950, seeking employment. He found a job at Gen- eral Motors, and worked there for 40 years before re- tiring.

He was an active

member of New Mt. Moriah Missionary

Baptist Church. He was a loving

husband,

ed father, grandfather

devot- loving and

dedicated brother. He was also a favor- ite uncle and faith- ful friend.

He and his

friends formed a social club called the Progressive 11. He enjoyed music and spending time with friends and family.

He is survived

by his children, Elaine, Darryal, Tanya, Tony and Derrick; 12 grand- children; 17 great g r andchi ldr en; sister, June Wat- kins; and many others.

Interment was

at Westlawn Ceme- tery. Arrangements were handled by Swanson Funeral Home.

Airic La’Quan Powell

held Feb. 11 for Airic

Services were La’Quan

Powell at Swan- son Funeral Home. Airic, 11, died Feb. 1.

He was born

Feb. 22, 1998, and was educated in the Detroit and Hamtramck public schools. He wanted to be a lawyer.

months, he was diagnosed

asthma, and was in and out of the hos-

At the age of 6 with

pital. Airic is survived

by his mother, Qiana Powell, step- father, Charles; his

ANNOUNCEMENT(S)

DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS – DEPARTMENT OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT 7307 SECOND AVENUE, 10TH FLOOR DETROIT, MI 48202-2710

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

RENOVATION AND MODERNIZATION OF MARCUS GARVEY PK-8 SCHOOL RFP-B-10-0702-3-0-2010/KW

The Detroit Public Schools is seeking sealed bids/proposals from qualified firms for the Renovation and Modernization of Marcus Garvey Academy. Bid specifications are available at www.de- mandstar.com.

Bids/Proposals Due: Pre-Bid Meeting:

May 4, 2010, 2:00 P.M.

April 15, 2010, 3:00 P.M. M.L. King Jr. High School 3200 E. Lafayette Detroit, MI 48207

Bid Opening: DPS Contact:

May 4, 2010, 2:00 P.M. Detroit Public Schools Support Services Complex 1425 E. Warren Detroit, MI 48207 Kevin White

Detroit Public Schools, Department of Contracting and Procure- ment must receive bids/proposals no later than 2:00 p.m. May 4, 2010. Bids/Proposals received after such date and time will not be considered or accepted. All bids/proposals shall be accompa- nied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner(s) or any employee of the bidder and any member of the school board, superintendent of the school district, Emergency Financial Manager, or chief execu- tive officer.

Robert C. Bobb Emergency Financial Manager

DETROIT PUBLIC SCHOOLS – DEPARTMENT OF CONTRACTING AND PROCUREMENT 7307 SECOND AVENUE, 10TH FLOOR DETROIT, MI 48202-2710

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

RENOVATION AND MODERNIZATION OF JOHN R. KING PK-8 SCHOOL RFP-B-10-0703-3-0-2010/KW

The Detroit Public Schools is seeking sealed bids/proposals from qualified firms for the Renovation and Modernization of John R. King PK-8 School. Bid specifications are available at www.de- mandstar.com.

Bids/Proposals Due: Pre-Bid Meeting:

April 30, 2010, 2:00 P.M.

April 15, 2010, 3:00 P.M. M.L. King Jr. High School 3200 E. Lafayette Detroit, MI 48207

Bid Opening: DPS Contact:

April 30, 2010, 2:00 P.M. Detroit Public Schools Support Services Complex 1425 E. Warren Detroit, MI 48207 Kevin White

Detroit Public Schools, Department of Contracting and Procure- ment must receive bids/proposals no later than 2:00 p.m. April 30, 2010. Bids/Proposals received after such date and time will not be considered or accepted. All bids/proposals shall be accompa- nied by a sworn and notarized statement disclosing any familial relationship that exists between the owner(s) or any employee of the bidder and any member of the school board, superintendent of the school district, Emergency Financial Manager, or chief execu- tive officer.

Robert C. Bobb Emergency Financial Manager

Administration and Planning Capacity Building

Community Based Technical Assistance (Neighborhood Support TA) Demolition

Development-Engineering Technical Assistance Development Projects Economic Development Homeless Public Service

Housing Services Technical Assistance Lead Based Paint Home Repair Loan Repayment Minor Home Repair ONCR Project

City Council-Youth

Planning Commission Public Facility Rehab Public Service

Public Service Technical Assistance (Neighborhood Support Public Service) Senior Home Repair Unassigned Funds

CDBG Total

HOUSING AND HOMELESS NEEDS ASSESSMENT

This section describes housing needs by income group, owners and renters, the elderly, individuals, large families, persons living with HIV/AIDS, the disabled, public hous- ing residents, the homeless, and other persons with special housing needs. It describes the needs of households where the cost of housing is great compared to income, and of racial and ethnic groups with disproportionate housing needs. This section also examines over-crowding, the need for sub-standard housing rehabilitation, and lead based

paint hazards.

HOUSING MARKET ANALYSIS

This section examines affordable housing supply and demand. Special attention is given to housing conditions, costs, racial and ethnic group concentrations, and low-income persons. Also included, the availability of public housing and publicly assisted housing, homeless facilities and services as well as special needs housing and services. Public housing unit conditions and efforts to improve management and public housing operations are also covered. Affordable housing barriers are examined, including public

policies (taxes, fees, zoning, code enforcement, etc.) impacting low and moderate income housing costs for individuals and families.

STRATEGIC PLAN

This section discusses the priorities for providing affordable and supportive housing assistance over a five-year period. It also discusses the housing delivery system includ- ing the government agencies, financial institutions, non-profit agencies, private developers, and other organizations involved. This section outlines the City’s anti-poverty strategy, non-housing community development priorities and strategies, to remove barriers to the provision of affordable housing and strategies to eliminate lead-based paint

hazards.

ACTION PLAN

The 2010-2011 Action Plan continues the goals and strategies contained within the 2005-2010 Strategic Plan. This section also provides project descriptions, locations, and funding amounts proposed for the 2010-2011 program year.

CERTIFICATIONS

This section provides the certifications required by HUD related to the implementation of the CDBG, HOME, ESG, and HOPWA programs.

MONITORING AND EVALUATION PLAN

This section describes the procedures the City will use to monitor progress in carrying out its strategies and activities. It also describes how the City will evaluate its pro-

grams.

Action Plan Funding Recommendations:

Listed below are the Mayor’s recommendations by broad program categories for the 2010-2011 program year for CDBG, ESG, HOME, and HOPWA.

Activity Type

2010-2011 Proposed Funding Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)

$6,516,519 $675,586

$385,193

$4,000,000 $3,128,357 $1,304,345 $500,000

$1,950,000

$4,012,295 Housing Opportunities For PersonsWith AIDS (HOPWA) $750,000 HOPWA Projects

$6,643,805 $2,500,000 $75,000 $150,000 $25,000

$1,500,000 $2,500,000

$827,911

$2,532,541 $1,219,452

$41,196,004

Grand Total $55,618,038

Important Note: These Recommendations Must Be Approved By The Detroit City Council, And The U.S. Department Of Housing And Urban Development (HUD). City Council May Change The Amounts, Add Projects And Activities, Or Delete Projects And Activities. In Addition, HUD May Set Conditions On The Use Of These Funds.

NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION: The City of Detroit does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national origin, age, handicap, sex or sexual orientation. Discrimination complaints may be filed with the City of Detroit, Human Rights Department, 1230 Coleman A. Young Municipal Center, Detroit, Michigan 48226

HOPWA Total

$1,944,506

$1,944,506

Emergency Shelter Grant Program (ESG)

ESG Projects $1,624,890

ESG Total

$1,624,890 Activity Type 2010-2011 Proposed Funding HOME Investment Partnership Program

HOME Administration $10,852,638

HOME Total

$10,852,638

God-given parents, Tiffany and Addis Stanford;

grand-

mothers, La’Jeana, Annie Mae, Donna and Denise; great g r a n dmo t h e r , Anne;

thers, Pa-Pa and Johnny;

grandfa- sisters,

Shantelle, Lyric

and Shayla; broth- ers, Faheem, Lil Andrew, Diontae, Marqueses and Lil Dorian; and many others.

Interment was at

Gethsemane Cem- etery.

THE MICHIGAN CHRONICLE

ANNOUNCEMENT(S)

CITY OF DETROIT

PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT DAVE BING, MAYOR

SUMMARY AND NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING ON

THE HUD CONSOLIDATED PLAN 2010-2011 DRAFT ACTION PLAN

The City of Detroit through its Planning and Development Department will conduct a public hearing regarding the HUD Consolidated 2010-2011 Draft Action Plan. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 29, 2010 from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM at the following location:

Northwest Activities Center 18100 Meyers Road Detroit, MI 48235

INFORMATION AND COMMENTS

At the public hearing, citizens may obtain information and submit comments about the Draft Action Plan. Citizens may also submit comments by letter, appointment or

telephone. For further information, please contact Ms. Fern Clement:

Planning and Development Department Grants Management Section

65 Cadillac Square, Suite 2300 Detroit, MI 48226

Telephone: (313) 224-6380

BACKGROUND

The HUD 2005-2010 Consolidated Plan is a five-year Strategic Plan with annual Action Plan updates. The Strategic Plan describes the needs, conditions, goals, objectives, priorities, strategies, resources and programs related to community development, affordable housing, homeless persons and families, and persons with special needs, includ- ing persons living with HIV/AIDS. The HUD 2005-2010 Consolidated Plan has been extended through 2011. The 2010-2011 program year marks the sixth annual Action Plan update for the 2005-2010 Consolidated Plan.

The Action Plan is the City of Detroit’s annual funding application for the following HUD programs: • Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) • HOME Investment Partnership (HOME)

• Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) • Housing Opportunities For Persons With AIDS (HOPWA)

PUBLIC REVIEW

This notice provides a summary of the HUD Consolidated Plan and the 2010-2011 Draft Action Plan. The complete Draft Action Plan will be available for public review

beginning April 14, 2010 in the offices of the Planning and Development Department. The formal public review period will expire on May 14, 2010.

SUMMARY OF THE HUD CONSOLIDATED PLAN AND 2010-2011 DRAFT ACTION PLAN CONTENTS

The HUD Consolidated Plan contains the following major sections: • Executive Summary • Introduction • Resources

• Strategic Plan

• Annual Action Plan • Certifications

• Housing Market Analysis

• Housing and Homeless Needs Assessment • Monitoring/Evaluation Plan

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

The Executive Summary includes a summary of objectives and outcomes identified in the consolidated plan, and an evaluation of past performance.

INTRODUCTION

The introduction summarizes the plan and HUD requirements for the plan.

FEDERAL RESOURCES

City of Detroit Consolidated Plan revenues for 2010-2011 are shown below:

2010-2011 Action Plan Revenue Projections Program

CDBG Entitlement

CDBG Program Income CDBG Other Revenues CDBG Subtotal

HOME ESG

HOPWA

Grand Total 2009-2010 Revenue

$37,086,567 $1,286,137 $4,643,805 $43,016,509 $10,888,465 $1,633,244 $2,066,997

$57,605,215

Projected 2010-2011 Revenue

$40,142,357 $300,000 $753,647

$41,196,004 $10,852,638 $1,624,890 $1,944,506

$55,618,038

April 14-20, 2010

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