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• Applicants for homeownership assistance receive adequate information about lead-based paint requirements. • The staff will properly determine whether proposed projects are exempt from some or all lead based paint requirements. • A proper visual assessment is performed to identify deteriorated paint in the dwelling unit, any common areas servicing the unit, and exterior surfaces of the building or soil. • Prior to occupancy,properly qualified personnel perform paint stabilization and the dwelling passes a clearance exam in accordance with the standards established in 24 CFR Part 35. • The home purchaser receives the required lead-based paint pamphlet and notices. Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families According to 2018-2022 ACS data, 17.7% of families in South Bend live below the poverty line. The poverty rate was greater for families with children,approximately 27.4%of households with children under 18 years were below the poverty line. Approximately 37.4% of all female headed households in the City were below the poverty line. The City's planned action to reduce the number of poverty-level families is based on economic development and addressing the needs of the homeless.The City will support activities to attract and expand businesses, support workforce development through job training, and address infrastructure needs. The City will also engage in addressing the immediate needs of families and individuals using public service providers. Planned Public services will include: • Job-training services through South Bend Career Pathways. • Developing small businesses. • Encouraging entrepreneurship among women and minorities. • Incubating start-ups that begin at Notre Dame. • Development of new commercial/industrial facilities. • Homeless prevention services. • Promotion of new job opportunities. Actions planned to develop institutional structure The City of South Bend works with the following agencies to enhance coordination: • City of South Bend—Department of Community Investment - oversees the CDBG and ESG programs, and the HOME program on behalf of the St. Joseph County Housing Consortium. • Housing Authority of South Bend - oversees the improvements to public housing communities, Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program and the development of scattered site housing. • Social Services Agencies - the City provides funds to address the needs of low- and moderate- income persons. • Housing Providers - the City provides funds to agencies and organizations to rehabilitate and develop new affordable housing for low-and moderate-income families and individuals. OMB Control No:2506-0117(exp.07/31/2025) 202