HomeMy WebLinkAboutRes.3138.12-18-2017 BILL NO. 17-201 RESOLUTION NO. 3/318
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU,
MISSOURI, STATING INTENT TO SEEK FUNDING
THROUGH THE HAZARD MITIGATION GRANT PROGRAM,
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PURSUE
ACTIVITIES IN AN ATTEMPT TO SECURE FUNDING,
AND IDENTIFYING A PROJECT MANAGER
BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CAPE
GIRARDEAU, MISSOURI, AS FOLLOWS :
ARTICLE 1 . The City Manager, for and on behalf of the City
of Cape Girardeau, Missouri, is hereby authorized to execute
grant applications to seek funding through the Hazard Mitigation
Grant Program, and is hereby authorized to execute all necessary
grant documents. Summaries of said Applications are attached to
this Resolution and made a part hereof. ,�
PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS '1w DAY OF\c J1 aA I 2017 .
Harry E. ediger, Mayor
ATTEST:
Bruce Tay1 :f, Deputy City Clerk >47
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MISSOURI STATE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Buyout Application
(Note: Prior to completion please contact the State Hazard Mitigation Officer at
(573) 526-9375 for the most recent version of the application.)
What is the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program?
Authorized under Section 404 of the Stafford Act, the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP)
administered by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) provides grants to States and
local governments to implement long-term mitigation measures after a major disaster declaration. The
purpose of the program is to reduce loss of life and property due to natural disasters and to enable
mitigation measures to be implemented during the immediate recovery from a disaster.
How much funding is available?
HMGP is a post -disaster program with funding amounts calculated from the total amount of disaster
assistance from both the Public Assistance (PA) and the Individual and Households Program (IHP) in
each federally declared disaster. Once PA and IHP totals are estimated, FEMA determines the available
HMGP funding. Mitigation funding in a state with an Enhanced Hazard Mitigation Plan is determined
using a sliding scale, but is 20% of the uninsured cost of a disaster. All projects are cost shared at 75%
federal funding and a 25% non-federal match is required.
Completing the HMGP Application:
This application will enable you to apply for the Hazard Mitigation Grant Program. This application is
designed to capture the necessary information to meet program requirements. You're encouraged to
take your time, read through the questions carefully and provide as much detail as possible. This will
enable the process to be the most efficient.
Project Applications must be completed in this MS Excel format on a CD and mailed to (See
Below) Save as "Applicant Name, HMGP, Type of Project." The Benefit Cost Analysis
module(s) must be provided electronically as part of the submission on the CD. State Mitigation
staff will work with you to ensure your application is correct and complete, which may require
multiple revisions. When your application packet is correct and complete, mail two (2) paper
copies of the final application packet, including original signatures and the final project BCA and
all required attachments and supporting documentation, to:
Missouri State Emergency Management Agency
Attn: Elizabeth Weyrauch - Mitigation Section
2302 Militia Drive
PO Box 116
Jefferson City, Missouri
65101
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MISSOURI STATE EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Application
Applicant Information
Date: October 27, 2017
Fv- New Application F Revised Application
A. Multi -Hazard Local Mitigation Plan (LMP) Status: Approved
IF Approved:
a) Plan Type: Multi -Jurisdictional Multi -Hazard LMP
b) Date of Approval by FEMA: 9/20/16
c) Date of Adoption: 1/19/16
B. Project Title: City of Cape Girardeau 2018 Flood Buyout
Name of Applicant: City of Cape Girardeau County: Cape Girardeau
C. Applicant Type: State or Local Government Type of Application: Construction Project
D. Federal Tax ID Number: ................ 43-6000593 DUNS Number: 103516610
E. State Legislative District(s): ............ 147 FIPS Number: 29-031 H1
F. Congressional District(s): ............... 8
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Member in good standing with the National Flood Insurance Program:
Point of Contact:
F_ Mr. r Ms. � Mrs. First Name: Anna Last Name: Kangas
Title: Building & Code Enforcement Manager
Organization: City of Cape Girardeau
Street Address: 401 Independence
City: Cape Girardeau State: MO Zip Code: 63703
Telephone: (573) 339 - 6327 Fax: (573) 339 - 6303
E-mail Address: akangas(a-)_cityofcape.org
Alternate Point of Contact:
W Mr. 17- Ms. F_ Mrs. First Name: Alex Last Name: McElroy
Title: Director of Development Services
Organization: City of Cape Girardeau
Street Address: 401 Independence
City: Cape Girardeau State: MO Zip Code: 63703
Telephone: (573) 339 - 6327 Fax: (573) 339 - 6303
E-mail Address: amcelroy(a-)cityofcape.org
Estimated Funding:
Federal
Non -Federal
Total
75%
25%
100%
F Yes r No
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$112,327.46 1 $37,442.49 1 $149,769.95
II. Description of the Proposed Project
A. Address the following in your narrative:
The problem to be mitigated, a detailed description of the proposed project, and how the
project conforms to the State and Local mitigation goals and/or plans, citing the location in
the plan(s) to support your answer (attach excerpts from State and Local plans), refer to
and attach the Owner Information spreadsheet and the Voluntary Transaction forms (a
Voluntary Transaction form is required to be signed by each owner — if there are multiple
owners of a property, then you will need a Voluntary Transaction form for each of them):
The proposed buyout project will remove three single-family residential properties from the
floodplain in the City of Cape Girardeau, namely 1003 North Fountain Street, 1217 North Water
Street, and 1207 North Main Street. There are currently five single-family properties in the
floodplain in the City of Cape Girardeau. Of the remaining two properties not included in this
buyout application, one property owner was not interested in the buyout (1451 Rand Street), and
the other property has two houses (2827 South Sprigg Street and 2829 South Sprigg Street) is
currently in condemnation. The Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation Plan — 2016 Plan
Update identifies flooding as "the disaster that has caused the greatest damage and loss of life"
(pq 21). Removing these three properties from the floodplain will reduce the risk that these
residents will lose their life to flood, and will eliminate these houses from being damaged by flood
waters. The City of Cape Girardeau is active in the NFIP and employs a floodplain manager who
prohibits development within the floodplain unless proper documentation is provided. The Plan
identifies HMGP grants as a possible funding source for buyout of residential properties in the
floodplain, supporting the City's application for buyout.
B. In this narrative address the following questions:
Will the proposed mitigation measure provide an independent solution to the problem?
How does the proposed mitigation measure address a repetitive problem or a problem
that poses a significant risk to public health and safety if left unresolved? What would be
the negative impacts on the area if the proposed project is not approved?
The proposed mitigation measure will provide a solution to the problem of flooding
residential properties by removing three single-family residences from the floodplain. These
homes flooded in May 2017 and January 2016; the houses were vacant during the 2017 flood as
they were not elevated and repaired after the 2016 flood. The resident at 1003 N. Fountain St.
was evacuated by boat by the Cape Girardeau Fire Department during the 2016 flood. If these
houses are not demolished through the flood buyout program, they will be referred to the City's
condemnation program. However, the condemnation program would only demolish the homes
and would not provide compensation to the homeowners to acquire new property. Two of these
houses, 1003 N. Fountain St. and 1207 N. Main St. have been boarded up since the 2016 flood
and they are an eyesore. All three properties present an opportunity for vandals and presumably
reduce property values of adjacent homes as they fall into disrepair.
C. Describe damage caused by previous and current disasters and associated costs:
1217 N. Water St.
January 2016 flood: Estimated 93.7% da
for 12/31/15 claim
ed: $20.205.27: received $48.500 from NFIP
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The followina losses were indicated on a RLP/SRLP spreadsheet we received from SEMA
in June 2011 for 1217 N Water St. No information was provided regarding amount or type of damages,
however the City experienced flooding all four of these years.
April 30, 2011
May 12, 2002
May 24, 1995
July 12, 1993
1003 N. Fountain St.
January 2016 flood: Estimated 53.3% damaged; $15,565.66
This house was not listed on the RLP/SRLP spreadsheet we received from SEMA in June 2011
however this property did not have a recent NFIP policy.
1207 N. Main St.
January 2016 flood: Estimated 51.1% damaged; $15,223.32
This house was not listed on the RLP/SRLP spreadsheet we received from SEMA in June 2011
however this property did not have a recent NFIP policy.
Fill in the number of people and amount of property protected by the project:
Number of People: Value of Residential
Number of Residential Properties: 3 Properties: $114,009.95
Total Number of Properties: 3
Total Value of Structures: $114,009.95
Provide the level of protection the proposed project will provide the total number of
properties. (i.e. 23 structures protected against the 100 -year (1 %) flood).
List data in Flood Levels (10year, 25, 50, 100, etc). Refer to and attach river
crest levels (see Map and Flood Data Resources.doc, included with package)
All Structure(s) protected against any year flood because all structures on the
properties will be demolished.
If successful, the proposed acquisition project will remove structures and individuals from
harms way, providing protection against the hazard(s) specified above for 100 years,
based on the FEMA standard. Acknowledged:
D. How will the property be used? Open Space
Indicate how the property will be protected from further development in the future (i.e.
After all buildings have been purchased, the land will become open space and maintained
and monitored by the city, and the land will be deed restricted according to Model Deed
Restriction, Exhibit A). A deed restriction will be placed on each of the three properties to
maintain them as open space, owned in perpetuity by the City.
III. Project Location
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Site Address: NOTE: Please use the Property Site Inventory Form (PSI), one for
each property. It can be found under the filename: Property Site Inventory Form.doc on the CD -
Rom that is provided in the Buyout Application package.
A. Site Location
1. City: Cape Girardeau State: MO Zip Code: 63701
2. Latitude and Longitude verification: GIS Specify other:
Please specify the following in the Lat/Long comments below:
For projection, indicate North American Datum (NAD) 83 or World Geodetic System
(WGS) 84
For accuracy, indicate Low, Very Low, Moderate or value in Feet or Meters
When using street address, exclude P.O. boxes and 911 addresses.
Lat/Long Comments:
Lat/Long measured at approximate center of each property:
Latitude Longitude
1217 N Water St N 037019'02.75" W 089030'50.80"
1207 N Main St N 037019'03.54" W 089030'55.20"
1003 N Fountain St N 037°18'59.66" W 089031'13.29"
B. Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM) showina Proiect Site:
❑ Attach a copy of the panel(s) from the FIRM, and if available, the Floodway Map, with
the project site and structures marked on the map (FIRMs are typically available from
your local floodplain administrator who may be located in the planning, zoning, or
engineering office. Maps can also be ordered from the Map Service Center at (800)
358-9616 or http://www.fema.gov/. (See Map and Flood Data Resources.doc, included
with package)
Using the FIRM, determine the flood zone(s) of the project site (Check all zones in the
project area).
NFIP Community Number: 290458 Panel Number(s): 259
I— VE or V 1-30 F C or X (unshaded) F AE or A l-30
r AO or AH F B or X (shaded) F Floodway
• A (no base flood elevation given)
❑ FIRM is not published; please attach a copy of the Flood Hazard Boundary Map
(FHBM) for your area, with the project site and structures marked on the map.
C. Attach City or County Map with Project Site and Photographs (These are examples of the
types of maps that can be used; additional space is provided to specify additional maps or
references included in the application.) Check the appropriate boxes to indicate the
attached maps:
® Attached copy of a city or county scale map (large enough to show the entire project
area) with the project site and structures marked on the map.
® Attached USGS 1:24,000 topographical map with project site marked on the map.
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❑ For acquisition or elevation projects, include a copy of the Parcel Map (Tax Map,
Property Identification Map, etc.) with each property in the project clearly marked on
the map. Use SAME ID as used on the Individual Housing Data Sheet.
® Attached are overview photographs. The photographs should be representative of the
project area, including any relevant streams, creeks, rivers, etc. and drainage areas
which affect the project site or will be affected by the project. Include photos of site
area during the flood event, if available.
® For State Historical Preservation Officer's review, please attach photographs of the
properties (4 photographs showing all four sides of structure and at least 2
photographs of outbuildings — front & back) at opposing angles so they may determine
whether it is of historical value.
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Referenced photographs are in attachment number:
IV. History of Hazards/Damages in the Area to be Protected*
For Acquisitions and Elevations, provide an overview in this section and specific damages to each property in the
Property Site Inventory Worksheets.
In this section describe all past damages from hazardous events in the project area. Include
presidentially declared disasters as well as events that did not result in a Presidential declaration.
A. Overview of Past Damages:
Provide a detailed history of damages in the area, including direct and indirect costs.
Include information for as many past incidents as possible. Attach any supporting
documents. Direct costs should include damages to structures and infrastructure in the
project area as a result of the hazard. Indirect costs should include the cost to the local
government to respond to victims of the hazard in the project area, any interruption to local
businesses, and losses of public services.
This information was obtained from the 2016 Cape Girardeau County Hazard Mitigation
Plan. Appendix C and from NOAA Storm Events Database.
Date
Level of Event
Damages
Indirect Costs (Describe)
5/1/17
100 year flood
Flood stage is 32'. River
crested at 45.99'.
1/1/16
100 year flood —
Over $324,000 in damages to
Flood stage is 32'. River
locally observed
23 homes and businesses
crested at 48.86', setting
water levels
based on SDE calculation
new record high. Man and
exceeded 100 year
dog rescued from home.
floodplain on FEMA
20 homes and 8
maps
businesses flooded.
6/1/13
At least 100 year
Flood stage is 32'. River
flood
crested at 44.53'.
5/1/11
At least 100 year
Flood stage is 32'. River
flood
crested at 46.28'.
5/8/02
At least 100 year
Flood stage is 32'. River
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® List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Past Damages (suggested
documentation — Project Worksheets; damage documentation from City, County; Flood
Insurance records from State Insurance Rep, etc.):
1. Email from Ally Bishop dated 11/7/2017
2.
3.
4.
Provide a narrative below describing historical damages in the proposed project area:
V. Scope of Work/Budget
In this section, provide the details of all costs of the project. As this information is used for the
Benefit -Cost Analysis, reasonable cost estimates are essential. As project administrative costs
are calculated on a sliding scale, do not include this in the budget. Do not include contingency
costs in the budget.
A. Materials/Services (reference Budget Worksheet):
Item
flood
Unit of Measure
crested at 45.7'. 8 homes
Total Cost
Acquisition (see next 3 lines)
in Red Star neighborhood
$
$
1003 N Fountain St. Fair Market
Value
were flooded
1995
At least 100 year
$29,210
1207 N Main St Fair Market
Value
1
flood
$29,799.95
$29,799.95
1993
At least 100 year
Each
Flood stage is 32'. River
$55,000
flood
3
crested at 48.49, setting a
$1,500
$4,500
Legal/Advertising
record high.
® List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Past Damages (suggested
documentation — Project Worksheets; damage documentation from City, County; Flood
Insurance records from State Insurance Rep, etc.):
1. Email from Ally Bishop dated 11/7/2017
2.
3.
4.
Provide a narrative below describing historical damages in the proposed project area:
V. Scope of Work/Budget
In this section, provide the details of all costs of the project. As this information is used for the
Benefit -Cost Analysis, reasonable cost estimates are essential. As project administrative costs
are calculated on a sliding scale, do not include this in the budget. Do not include contingency
costs in the budget.
A. Materials/Services (reference Budget Worksheet):
Item
Quantity
Unit of Measure
Cost per Unit
Total Cost
Acquisition (see next 3 lines)
Select...
$
$
1003 N Fountain St. Fair Market
Value
1
Each
$29,210
$29,210
1207 N Main St Fair Market
Value
1
Each
$29,799.95
$29,799.95
1217 N Water St Fair Market
Value
1
Each
$55,000
$55,000
Appraisals
3
Each
$1,500
$4,500
Legal/Advertising
3
Each
$820
$2,460
Environmental Survey
3
Each
$600
$1,800
Hazardous Material Removal
3
Each
$400
$1,200
Demolition
3
Each
$8,000
$24,000
Management/Oversight
Select...
$
$
Title Work
3
Each
$600
$1,800
Totals
Grand Total (Total Project Costs): 1 $149,769.95
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B. Funding Sources: (round figures to the nearest dollar) the maximum FEMA share for a HMGP
project is 75%. The other 25% must be paid by the local sponsor. Note: You cannot match
federal funds with federal funds; the only exception is Community Development Block Grant
(CDBG) funding.
Funding Sources
Funding
Amount
Percentage of
Total Cost
Federal Share Estimated FEMA Share):
$112,327
75%
Non -Federal Share (See below for required details to document):
$37,443
25%
TOTAL Proposed Project Cost:
$149,770
100%
Non -Federal Share Information: (Use Source 1, additional source space is available if
multiple sources are contributing to the proposed project (Source 2 and Source 3).
Match Assurance: If more than one source is providing the non-federal share (and/or the
source of the non-federal share is different than the applicant completing and signing this
application) please provide letters from each source committing to their share(s) of the non-
federal funding.
C. Project Work Schedule: List the major milestones and timeframes for this project:
Milestone
Timeframe
Enter Range of Month(s)
1. Description: Send notification to owner re:
grant funding
Comments
Description
Source 1
Source 2
Source 3
(Specify Other
1_5 month(s)
4.
Description: Bid out demolition
0.5 month(s)
Source
1. Source Agency:
Local Agency
Select...
Select...
0_5 month(s)
7.
Fundin
2.5 month(s)
8.
Description: Project Closeout
2. Source Name of Non-
City of Cape
Federal Share:
Girardeau
3. Type of Non -Federal
Cash
Select...
Select...
Share:
C. Project Work Schedule: List the major milestones and timeframes for this project:
VI. Environmental Documentation
The applicant must provide certain environmental documentation to the State before the State
and FEMA can adequately review any proposed project. Some hazard mitigation projects require
specific documentation depending upon the project type and its potential effects on the physical,
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Milestone
Timeframe
Enter Range of Month(s)
1. Description: Send notification to owner re:
grant funding
.5 month(s)
2.
Description: Title work and a raj
1 month(s)
3.
including
Description: Acquisition & deed restriction,
Council acceptance
1_5 month(s)
4.
Description: Bid out demolition
0.5 month(s)
5.
Description: Start demolition permit process
0.5 month(s)
6.
bid
Description: Council acceptance of demo
0_5 month(s)
7.
Description: Abatement & Demolition
2.5 month(s)
8.
Description: Project Closeout
2 month(s)
VI. Environmental Documentation
The applicant must provide certain environmental documentation to the State before the State
and FEMA can adequately review any proposed project. Some hazard mitigation projects require
specific documentation depending upon the project type and its potential effects on the physical,
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biological and built environment. Hazard mitigation acquisition projects are generally considered
to be non -construction. The following sections will help ensure you provide the necessary
documentation for the project you are proposing. Each of the sections below will begin with a
specific question, in which you will provide either a Yes, No, or Not Known response. In each
section, if you select Yes or Not Known for any of the answers, please indicate why in the
comments section provided, along with any information about this project that could assist SEMA
and FEMA in its review.
Required: A Section 106 Form is available at:
htto://www.dnr.mo.aov/forms/index.html#HistoricPreservation
A. National Historic Preservation Act — Historical Buildings and Structures:
Does your project affect or is it in close proximity to any buildings or structures 50
years or more in age? Yes, the houses were built over 50 years ago.
If yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
® The property address and original date of construction for each property affected
(unless this information is already noted in the Properties section).
® A minimum of four color photographs showing at least four sides of each
structure, plus 2 photographs showing front and back of outbuildings (please
label the photos accordingly).
® A diagram or USGS 1:24,000 scale quadrangle map displaying the relationship
of the property(s) to the project area.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other
information you are providing:
® Information gathered about potential historic properties in the project area,
including any evidence indicating the age of the building or structure and
presence of buildings or structures that are listed or eligible for listing on the
National Register of Historic Places or within or near a National Register listed or
eligible historic district. Sources for this information may include the State
Historic Preservation Officer, and/or the Tribal Historic Preservation Officer
(SHPO/THPO), your local planning office, historic preservation organization, or
historical society.
While the City of Cape Girardeau has historic properties and an historic district, the
three properties for which we are requesting buyout are not within the historic
district and are not listed on the National Register for Historic Places.
® Consideration of how the project design will minimize adverse effects on known
or potential historic buildings or structures, and any alternatives considered or
implemented to avoid or minimize effects on historic buildings or structures.
Please address and note associated costs in your project budget. n/a
❑ For Acquisition/demolition projects affecting historic buildings or structures, have
you provided any data regarding the consideration and feasibility of elevation,
relocation, or flood proofing as alternatives to demolition?
❑ List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Historic Buildings or
Structures:
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1.
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding Historic Buildings and Structures:
B. National Historic Preservation Act — Archeological Resources:
Disturbance of ground is defined as new excavation, not excavation on previously disturbed ground.
1. Does your project involve disturbance of ground? No
If yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
❑ A description of the ground disturbance by giving the dimensions (area, volume,
depth, etc.) and location.
❑ The past use of the area to be disturbed, noting the extent of previously
disturbed ground.
❑ A USGS 1:24,000 scale or other site map showing the location and extent of
ground disturbance.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other
information you are providing:
❑ Any information about potential archeological sites, in the project area. Sources
of this information may include SHPO/THPO, and/or the Tribes cultural
resources contact if no THPO is designated. Include, if possible, a map showing
the relation of any identified archeological sites to the project area.
❑ List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Archeological
Resources:
1.
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding archeological sites:
C. Endangered Species Act and Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act:
Please consider your project's impacts carefully. Under normal circumstances, acquisition projects do
not impact threatened and endangered species or rare vegetation.
1. Are federally listed threatened or endangered species or their critical habitat present in
the area affected by the project? Yes
If yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
® Information you obtained to identify species in or near the project area. Provide
the source and date of the information cited. Obtained a Species List from the
Fish & Wildlife Service, attached
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To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other
information you are providing:
® Any request for information and associated response from the United States Fish
and Wildlife Service (USFWS) or the Missouri Department of Conservation,
regarding potential listed species present and potential of the project to impact
those species. Required: Link to request and received response from
USFWS for the Natural Heritage Review:
https://naturalheritapereview.mdc.mo._gov
® List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to the Endangered
Species Act and Fish and Wildlife Coordination Act:
1. Missouri Department of Conservation Natural Heritage Review Level Three
Report
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding Endangered Species Act and Fish and Wildlife
Coordination Act:
2. Does your project remove or affect vegetation? No
If yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
❑ Description of the amount (area) and type of vegetation to be removed or
affected.
❑ A site map showing the project area and the extent of vegetation affected.
❑ Photographs or digital images that show both the vegetation affected and the
vegetation in context of it surroundings.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other
information you are providing:
❑ List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Vegetation:
1.
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding vegetation:
3. Is your project in, near (within 200 feet), or likely to affect any type of waterway or
body of water? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ Not Known
If yes, and project is not within an existing building, you must confirm that you have
provided the following:
❑ A USGS 1:24,000 scale quadrangle map showing the project activities in relation
to all nearby water bodies (within 200 feet).
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❑ Any information about the type of water body nearby including: its dimensions,
the proximity of the project activity to the water body, and the expected and
possible changes to the water body, if any. Identify all water bodies regardless
whether you think there may be an effect.
❑ A photograph or digital image of the site showing both the body of water and the
project area.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other
information you are providing:
❑ Evidence of any discussions with the US Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS),
and/or the Missouri Department of Conservation concerning any potential
impacts if there is the potential for the project to affect any water body.
® List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Waterway or Water
Body:
1. United States Department of the Interior Threatened and Endangered
Species letter
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding Waterway or Water Body near your project: (i.e.
Contractor will be required to mitigate construction area if near waterway)
Clean Water Act, Rivers and Harbors Act, and Executive Order 11990 (Protection of
Wetlands):
1. Will the project involve dredging or disposal of dredged material, excavating, adding fill
material or result in any modification to water bodies or wetlands designated as
"waters of the U.S." as identified by the US Army Corps of Engineers or on the
National Wetland Inventory? ❑ Yes ® No ❑ Not Known
If yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
❑ Documentation of the project location on a USGS 1:24,000 scale topographic
map or image and a copy of National Wetlands Inventory map or other available
wetlands mapping information.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other
information you are providing:
❑ Request for information and response letter from the US Army Corps of
Engineers and/or State resource agencies regarding the potential for wetlands,
and applicability of permitting requirements.
❑ Evidence of alternatives considered to eliminate or minimize impacts to
wetlands.
® List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Water Bodies or
Wetlands:
1.
2.
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❑ Additional Comments regarding Water Bodies or Wetlands for your project:
2. Does a Flood Insurance Rate Map (FIRM), Flood Hazard Boundary Map (FHBM),
hydrologic study, or some other source indicate that the project is located in or will
affect a 100 year floodplain, a 500 year floodplain if a critical facility, an identified
regulatory floodway, or an area prone to flooding? ® Yes ❑ No ❑ Not Known
If Yes, please indicate in the comments section below any documentation to identify
the means or the alternatives considered to eliminate or minimize impacts to
floodplains (See the 8 step process found in 44 CFR Part 9.6.) to help FEMA evaluate
the impact of the project.
® Comments regarding Executive Order 11988 (Floodplain Management): (i.e. This
acquisition project will remove structures and individuals from harms way.)
These three projects will remove structures, and individuals, from the 100 -year
floodplain.
3. Does the project alter a watercourse, water flow patterns, or a drainage way,
regardless of its floodplain designation? ❑ Yes ® No ❑ Not Known
If Yes, please indicate below any other information you are providing to help FEMA
evaluate the impact of the project (include location of the attachments):
❑ Hydrologic/hydraulic information from a qualified engineer to demonstrate how
drainage and flood flow patterns will be changed and to identify down and
upstream effects.
❑ Evidence of any consultation with US Army Corps of Engineers (may be included
under Part D of the Environmental Information).
❑ Request for information and response letter from the State water resource
agency, if applicable, with jurisdiction over modification of waterways.
❑ List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to activities taking place in
the Floodplain:
1.
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding altering Watercourse, Water Flow Patterns, or
Drainage Way for your project:
E. Farmland Protection Policy Act:
1. Will the project convert more than 5 acres of "prime or unique" farmland outside city
limits to a non- agricultural use? ❑ Yes ® No ❑ Not Known
❑ List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to the Farmland
Protection Policy Act:
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1.
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding the Farmland Protection Policy Act and your
project:
F. RCRA and CERCLA (Hazardous and Toxic Materials):
1. Is there a reason to suspect there are contaminants from a current or past use on the
property associated with the proposed project? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ Not Known
If Yes, please indicate below any other information you are providing to help FEMA
evaluate the impact of the project:
® Comments and any relevant documentation.
The Cape Girardeau County Assessor's office indicates the residences were built in
the following years:
1217 N Water St — 1921
1207 N Main St — 1940
1003 N Fountain St — 1942
It is possible these homes contain lead and asbestos. Copies of the property cards are
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❑ Results of any consultations with State or local agency to obtain permit with
requirements for handling, disposing of or addressing the effects of hazardous or
toxic materials related to project implementation.
The City will coordinate testing and removal of asbestos and other hazardous
materials prior to demolition of the structures.
® List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Hazardous and Toxic
Materials:
1. County Assessor Property Cards for 1217 N Water, 1207 N Main, 1003 N
Fountain
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding Hazardous and Toxic Materials and your project:
2. Are there any studies, investigations, or enforcement actions related to the property
associated with the proposed project? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ Not Known
If Yes, please indicate below any other information you are providing to help FEMA
evaluate the impact of the project:
❑ Comments and any relevant documentation.
❑ Results of any consultations with State or local agency to obtain permit with
requirements for handling, disposing of or addressing the effects of hazardous or
toxic materials related to project implementation.
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❑ List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Studies, Investigations,
or Enforcement Actions:
1.
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding Studies, Investigations, or Enforcement Actions
related to your project:
3. Do any project construction or operation activities involve the use of hazardous or
toxic materials? ❑ Yes ® No ❑ Not Known
If yes, please indicate below any other information you are providing to help FEMA
evaluate the impact of the project:
❑ Comments and any relevant documentation.
❑ Results of any consultations with State or local agency to obtain permit with
requirements for handling, disposing of or addressing the effects of hazardous or
toxic materials related to project implementation.
❑ List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Hazardous and Toxic
Materials:
1.
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding Hazardous and Toxic Materials related to your
project:
4. Do you know if any of the current or past land -uses of the property affected by the
proposed project or of the adjacent properties are associated with hazardous or toxic
materials? ❑ Yes ® No ❑ Not Known
If Yes, please indicate below any other information you are providing to help FEMA
evaluate the impact of the project:
❑ Comments and any relevant documentation.
❑ Results of any consultations with State or local agency to obtain permit with
requirements for handling, disposing of or addressing the effects of hazardous or
toxic materials related to project implementation.
❑ List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Current or Past Land
Uses:
1.
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding current or past land uses related to your project:
G. Executive Order 12898, Environmental Justice for Low Income and Minority Populations:
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1. Are there low income or minority populations in the project's area of effect or adjacent
to the project area? ❑ Yes ❑ No ® Not Known
If yes, you must confirm that you have provided the following:
❑ Description of any disproportionate and adverse effects to these populations.
To help FEMA evaluate the impact of the project, please indicate below any other
information you are providing:
❑ Description of the population affected and the portion of the population that
would be disproportionately and adversely affected. Please include specific
efforts to address the adverse impacts in your proposal narrative and budget.
❑ List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Executive Order 12898
& your project (include US Census data regarding income demographics for your
area):
1.
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding Executive Order 12898:
H. Other Environmental/Historic Preservation Laws or Issues:
1. Are there other environmental/historic preservation requirements associated with this
project that you are aware of? ❑ Yes ® No
If yes, please provide a description of the requirements, issues or public involvement
effort:
2. Are there controversial issues associated with this project? ❑ Yes ❑ No ❑ Not
Known
If yes, please provide a description of the requirements, issues or public involvement
effort:
3. Have you conducted any public meeting or solicited public input or comments on your
specific proposed mitigation project? ❑ Yes ® No
If yes, please provide a description of the requirements, issues or public involvement
effort:
❑ List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to Other
Environmental/Historic Preservation Issues:
1.
2.
3.
❑ Additional Comments regarding other Environmental/. Historic Preservation
Issues:
Summary and Cost of Potential Impacts:
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Having answered the questions in parts A. through I., have you identified any aspects
of your proposed project that have the potential to impact environmental resources or
historic properties? ❑ Yes ® No
If yes, you must confirm that you have:
❑ Evaluated these potential effects and provided the materials required in Parts A
through I that identify the nature and extent of potential impacts to environmental
resources and/or historic properties.
❑ Consulted with appropriate parties to identify any measures needed to avoid or
minimize these impacts.
❑ Considered alternatives that could minimize both the impacts and the cost of the
project.
❑ Made certain that the costs of any measures to treat adverse effects are
realistically reflected in the project budget estimate.
❑ List all Supporting Documentation Attached pertaining to potential impacts:
1.
2.
3.
❑ Please enter additional Comments here:
VII. Maintenance Schedule and Associated Costs
A. Provide a maintenance schedule including cost information:
Identify entity that will perform any long-term maintenance: The City of Cape
Girardeau will maintain the three properties after acquisition.
2. If the entity/responsibly party for regular long-term maintenance is different than the
entity signing and certifying this application, please attach a letter from the entity
accepting performance responsibility. Check the appropriate box below:
❑ Yes, letter is attached from responsibly entity/party identified above.
® No, a maintenance letter is not attached. If FEMA approves this application, the
entity certifying this application is responsible for long-term maintenance for the
proposed mitigation project.
The City will maintain the properties and a letter is attached detailing anticipated
annual costs.
3. Additional Maintenance Comments:
VIII. Alternative Actions (This application will not be reviewed if this section is incomplete) When
considering an alternative, please consider ALL costs involved.
A. It is important to demonstrate that you have balanced engineering feasibility, cost, and avoidance
of adverse environmental impacts considering a range of reasonable alternatives. The section
below will help you document the process in which you have selected the most feasible
alternative. Describe the process you used to decide that this project is the best solution to the
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problem. Below are some sample questions to consider as you write your narrative in the
following comments section:
1. Have you considered the risks to critical facilities and structures and benefits to be
obtained by mitigating this vulnerability?
2. Have you considered those areas or projects that present the greatest opportunities
given the current situation and interest in your community?
3. Are you addressing a symptom or the source of the problem? Addressing the source
of the problem is a long-term solution which provides the most mitigation benefits.
4. If impacts to the environmental/historic preservation, natural, cultural, or historic
resources have been identified, explain how your alternatives and proposed project avoid,
minimize, or mitigate these impacts.
Process in which the proposed project was determined the best solution to the
problem: These three homes are some of the last residential properties in the 100 -
year floodplain in the City of Cape Girardeau. The houses adjacent to them were
acquired after the 1993 and 1995 floods.
B. You are required to show at least two alternatives to the project you are proposing, one as a
default is a "No Action Alternative". List two feasible alternative projects to mitigate the hazards
faced in the project area:
No Action Alternative
Provide discussion of the impacts on the project area if no action is taken: If no
action is taken, these houses will continue to deteriorate and will be placed in the
condemnation program. If the City is awarded the HMGP grant, the owners will
receive compensation for their property and deed restrictions will be placed on the
properties restricting their use. If the houses go through condemnation for demolition
they will not receive compensation and the properties may be redeveloped by a
private property owner.
2. Other Feasible Alternative: Another alternative is for the property owners to
demolish or elevate the structures on their own. However, the 2016 flood was nearly two years ago,
and none of the property owners have made an effort to demolish or elevate. If their intent was to
elevate. thev should have started selective demolition soon after the flood event to minimize mold
damage.
Discuss viable and practicable alternatives to the project including scope of work,
engineering details (if applicable), estimated budget and the impacts of this
alternative.
a. Other Feasible Project Description and Scope of Work:
Describe, in detail, the proposed project. Also, explain how the proposed project
will solve the problem(s) and/or provide protection from the hazard(s).
b. Other Feasible Project Location:
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❑ Attach a map or diagram showing the alternative site in relation to the
proposed project site.
❑ Photographs of alternative site, if available.
C. Impacts of Other Feasible Alternative Project:
Discuss the impact of this alternative on the project area. Include comments on
these issues: Environmental Justice; Endangered Species; Wetlands; Hydrology
(Upstream and Downstream Impacts); Floodplain/Floodway; Historic Issues;
Hazardous Materials:
Attach any available studies, engineering reports or other documentation.
IX. Assurances
Please read the following statements and initial indicating acceptance and agreement with each
statement. Highest ranking official of the local jurisdiction must initial each assurance and sign
application.
STATEMENT OF ASSURANCES
As the duly authorized representative of the sub -applicant, I certify that the sub -applicant:
1. Will ensure that participation by property owners is voluntary. The prospective participants have
been informed in writing that participation in the program is voluntary, that the sub -applicant will
not use its eminent domain authority to acquire their property for the project purposes should
negotiations fail;
2. Will ensure each property owner will be informed, in writing, of what the sub -applicant considers
to be the fair market value of the property. The Sub -applicant will use the Model Statement of
Voluntary Transaction to document this and will provide a copy for each property after award;
3. Will accept all of the requirements of the FEMA grant and the deed restriction governing the use
of the land, as restricted in perpetuity to open -space uses. The sub -applicant will apply and
record a deed restriction on each property in accordance with the language in the FEMA Model
Deed Restriction. The community will seek FEMA approval for any changes in language differing
from the Model Deed Restriction;
4. Will ensure that the land will be unavailable for the construction of flood damage reduction levees
and other incompatible purposes, and is not part of an intended, planned, or designated project
area for which the land is to be acquired by a certain date;
5. Will demonstrate that it has consulted with the US Army Corps of Engineers regarding the subject
land's potential future for the construction of a levee system, and will reject future consideration of
such use if it accepts FEMA assistance to convert the property to permanent open -space;
6. Will demonstrate that is has coordinated with its State Department of Transportation to ensure
that no future, planned improvements or enhancements to the Federal aid systems are under
consideration that will affect the subject property;
7. Will remove existing structures within 90 days of settlement;
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8. Post grant award, will ensure that a property interest is conveyed only with the prior approval of
the FEMA Regional Director and only to another public entity or to a qualified conservation
organization pursuant to 26 CFR 1.170A-14;
9. Will submit every three years to the Grantee, who will then submit to the FEMA Regional Director,
a report certifying that it has inspected the subject property within the month preceding the report,
and that the property continues to be maintained consistent with the provisions of the grant. If the
subject property is not maintained according to the terms of the grant, the Grantee and FEMA, its
representatives, designated authorities, and assigns are responsible for taking measures to bring
the property back into compliance; and
10. Will not seek or accept the provision of, after settlement, disaster assistance for any purpose from
any Federal entity with respect to the property, and FEMA will not distribute flood insurance
benefits for that property for claims related to damage occurring after the date of the property
settlement.
As the duly authorized representative of the applicant, I hereby certify that the applicant will comply
with the identified assurances and certifications.
Type Name of Authorized Agent Title
*Attach Sub -applicant Minutes or Resolution agreeing to follow the assurances of the grant
application.
Certifications
To the best of my knowledge and belief, all data in this application is true and correct. The
governing body of the applicant has duly authorized this document, and hereby applies for
assistance documented in this application. By signing this document you will act as the
applicant's agent in the performance of this grant. Also, the applicant understands that no
construction on the project may proceed until FEMA approval is gained.
Typed Name of Authorized Representative/Applicant Agent Title
Signature of Authorized Representative/Applicant Agent
Telephone Number
Date Signed
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