20260625_RCM_CHHS_2026-27 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN_PUBLIC COMMENT.PDF

Draft 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan

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Executive Summary 
AP-05 Executive Summary - 91.200(c), 91.220(b) 
1.
Introduction
The City of Tempe, Arizona receives an annual entitlement allocation of Community Development Block 
Grant (CDBG) funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The CDBG 
Program provides funding on a formula basis to entitlement jurisdictions to develop viable communities 
by providing safe, decent, and affordable housing; suitable living environments; and expanded economic 
opportunities, principally for low- and moderate-income (LMI) persons. 
The City’s 2025–2029 Consolidated Plan serves as its five-year strategic framework and is prepared in 
accordance with federal requirements under 24 CFR Part 91.200–91.230. The Consolidated Plan 
establishes priority needs, goals, and strategies that guide the use of CDBG funds. 
The Program Year (PY) 2026 Annual Action Plan (AAP) represents the second year of implementation of 
the Consolidated Plan. This AAP outlines the specific activities, funding allocations, and expected 
outcomes for the program year beginning July 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2027. The PY 2026 AAP 
builds upon prior year accomplishments and continues progress toward achieving the Consolidated 
Plan’s five-year goals. 
The City remains a member of the Maricopa HOME Consortium through June 30, 2026, and receives 
HOME Investment Partnerships Program funding through an Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA). The 
HOME Program supports the creation and preservation of affordable housing for LMI households 
through activities such as housing construction, acquisition, rehabilitation, and tenant-based rental 
assistance. However, as the City is not a direct recipient of HOME funds from HUD in FY 2026-2027, 
HOME-funded activities are not included in this AAP. 
The City previously received Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds during Program Years 2021 through 
2024. While the City no longer receives ESG funding directly, it remains committed to addressing 
homelessness through continued investment in related services and programs supported by CDBG and 
other resources. 
2.
Summarize the objectives and outcomes identified in the Plan
This could be a restatement of items or a table listed elsewhere in the plan or a reference to 
another location. It may also contain any essential items from the housing and homeless needs 
assessment, the housing market analysis or the strategic plan.

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The City’s priorities are based on the Needs Assessment, Market Analysis, and community engagement 
conducted during the development of the 2025–2029 Consolidated Plan. These priorities guide annual 
funding decisions and are aligned with federal objectives to provide decent housing, a suitable living 
environment, and expanded economic opportunities, principally benefiting low- and moderate-income 
(LMI) persons. 
For Program Year (PY) 2026, the City will implement the following priority needs and goals, with 
activities designed to achieve measurable outputs and outcomes as detailed in the Annual Action Plan: 
Priority Need: Affordable Housing 
Goal 1A – Housing Rehabilitation and Acquisition 
The City will increase and preserve affordable housing opportunities through rehabilitation and 
acquisition/disposition activities benefiting LMI homeowners and renters. Outcomes will focus on 
improving housing quality, affordability, and long-term sustainability, with performance measured by 
the number of housing units rehabilitated, acquired, or preserved. 
Priority Need: Public Services 
Goal 2A – Public Services for LMI and Special Needs Populations 
The City will fund public service activities that improve access to essential services for LMI residents and 
special needs populations. Outcomes will focus on increasing accessibility and improving quality of life, 
measured by the number of individuals served and service delivery outcomes. 
Priority Need: Economic Development Opportunities 
Goal 3A – Economic Development 
The City will support economic development activities, including job creation, workforce development, 
and assistance to small businesses and microenterprises. Outcomes will focus on expanding economic 
opportunities and increasing self-sufficiency, measured by jobs created or retained and businesses 
assisted. 
Priority Need: Public Facilities and Infrastructure 
Goal 4A – Public Facilities and Infrastructure Improvements 
The City will invest in public facilities and infrastructure improvements in LMI areas to enhance 
accessibility, safety, and community conditions. Outcomes will focus on improving the suitability of the 
living environment, measured by the number of facilities improved and residents benefiting. 
Priority Need: Homeless Housing and Services 
Goal 5A – Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Rehousing 
The City will support activities that prevent homelessness and rapidly rehouse individuals and families. 
Outcomes will focus on increasing housing stability and reducing the length of time individuals 
experience homelessness, measured by households assisted and housing placement outcomes.

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Goal 5B – Homeless Shelter and Supportive Services 
The City will support shelter operations and supportive services to assist individuals and families in 
transitioning to permanent housing. Outcomes will focus on improving access to emergency housing and 
supportive services, measured by the number of persons served and exits to permanent housing. 
Priority Need: Effective Program Administration 
Goal 6A – Program Administration and Compliance 
The City will ensure effective program delivery through strong internal controls, regulatory compliance, 
and responsible management of federal funds. Outcomes will focus on ensuring timely expenditure, 
compliance with federal requirements, and successful program performance, as demonstrated through 
monitoring results, reporting accuracy, and audit outcomes. 
3. 
Evaluation of past performance  
This is an evaluation of past performance that helped lead the grantee to choose its goals or 
projects. 
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) completed its Annual Performance 
Assessment of the City of Tempe’s PY 2024 CAPER for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025. 
HUD concluded that the City has the capacity to effectively carry out its Community Planning and 
Development (CPD) programs and met all applicable reporting requirements. 
HUD acknowledged the City’s programmatic accomplishments and compliance with key federal 
performance and expenditure requirements for both the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) 
and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs. The City met its CDBG timeliness requirements with no 
undisbursed balances remaining for the applicable Treasury cancellation deadlines, achieved a 100% 
low- and moderate-income benefit for CDBG activities, and remained in compliance with ESG 
expenditure deadlines and administrative cost limitations. 
Additionally, HUD reported that the City of Tempe had no open CPD Monitoring or Office of Inspector 
General (OIG) audit findings during the assessment period. HUD noted one open non-monitoring inquiry 
related to CDBG acquisition activities and environmental review documentation, for which responsive 
documentation was pending from the City. 
HUD expressed appreciation for the City’s continued commitment to strengthening the community 
through its CPD-funded programs and activities. 
4. 
Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process  
Summary from citizen participation section of plan.

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Summary of Citizen Participation Process and consultation process will be included at the conclusion of 
these processes and prior to submission to HUD.  
5. 
Summary of public comments 
This could be a brief narrative summary or reference an attached document from the Citizen 
Participation section of the Con Plan. 
Summary of public comments will be included at the conclusion of the citizen participation process and 
prior to submission to HUD.  
6. 
Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them 
Summary of comments or views not accepted and the reasons for not accepting them, will be included 
at the conclusion of the citizen participation process and prior to submission to HUD. 
7. 
Summary 
The City of Tempe remains committed to engaging residents, stakeholders, and community partners in 
identifying needs and shaping funding priorities. The PY 2026 AAP continues to prioritize investments in 
affordable housing, community development, and services for individuals experiencing or at risk of 
homelessness. 
As the second year of the five-year Consolidated Plan, this AAP outlines how CDBG resources will be 
allocated to advance the City’s established goals and address priority community needs. Progress will be 
evaluated through the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER), which assesses 
performance against planned outcomes and ensures accountability for federal funds. 
The City’s priorities reflect a data-driven and community-informed approach, supported by the Needs 
Assessment, Market Analysis, and ongoing citizen participation efforts. This approach ensures that 
resources are directed toward the most critical needs while maintaining compliance with federal 
requirements and achieving measurable outcomes.

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PR-05 Lead & Responsible Agencies - 91.200(b) 
1. 
Agency/entity responsible for preparing/administering the Consolidated Plan 
The following are the agencies/entities responsible for preparing the Consolidated Plan and those responsible for administration of 
each grant program and funding source. 
Agency Role 
Name 
Department/Agency 
 
 
 
CDBG Administrator 
TEMPE 
Community Health & Human Services Department 
ESG Administrator 
TEMPE 
Community Health & Human Services Department 
Table 1 – Responsible Agencies 
 
Narrative 
The City of Tempe Community Health and Human Services Department serves as the lead agency responsible for the administration and 
implementation of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) programs. The department 
coordinates planning, funding allocation, program oversight, regulatory compliance, reporting, and monitoring activities associated with the 
City’s federally funded housing and community development programs. 
As Tempe transitions from participation in the Maricopa County HOME Consortium to becoming a Participating Jurisdiction (PJ) receiving HOME 
Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds directly from HUD, the City will continue coordinating with consortium partners on regional 
housing priorities and HOME program administration. 
Consolidated Plan Public Contact Information 
Dennis Newburn 
Housing Services Manager 
Community Health & Human Services Department 
City of Tempe

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City Hall, 31 E. 5th St. 
Tempe, AZ 85281 
Phone: 480-858-6280 
Email: dennis.newburn@tempe.gov

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AP-10 Consultation - 91.100, 91.200(b), 91.215(l) 
1. 
Introduction 
The City of Tempe conducted outreach to local organizations, the public and Housing Choice Voucher 
participants to solicit input for the development of the 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan. This section 
describes coordination between the City and its partners and identifies the agencies and organizations 
that were consulted or provided input during the planning process. 
To support this effort, the City administered a stakeholder survey to consult internal agencies and 
nonprofit partners. The feedback collected provided valuable insight into priority housing and 
community development needs, as well as funding priorities at the local level. 
The following section summarizes these consultation efforts and highlights the agencies and 
organizations engaged in the development of the plan. 
Provide a concise summary of the jurisdiction’s activities to enhance coordination between 
public and assisted housing providers and private and governmental health, mental health 
and service agencies (91.215(l)). 
The City of Tempe actively enhances coordination between public and assisted housing providers, 
private developers, and governmental health, mental health, and service agencies to address the 
housing and supportive service needs of low- and moderate-income residents. 
The City collaborates closely with the Maricopa County HOME Consortium (during its transition to direct 
HOME program administration), the Tempe Housing Authority, and local housing providers to expand 
and preserve affordable housing opportunities, including administration of the Housing Choice Voucher 
program for eligible households. 
Through participation in the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Continuum of Care (CoC) and 
the Regional Coordinated Entry System, the City coordinates with nonprofit service providers, 
behavioral health agencies, emergency shelters, and regional governmental partners to connect 
individuals experiencing homelessness to housing, behavioral health services, case management, and 
supportive resources. The City’s HOPE Outreach Team serves as a mobile access point to these 
coordinated systems of care. 
The City further strengthens service integration through participation in the Homeless Management 
Information System (HMIS), which supports data sharing, reduces service duplication, and improves 
coordination and outcomes across housing and service providers.

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In addition, the City coordinates with public health, emergency management, and environmental 
agencies—including the Maricopa County Department of Emergency Management, Maricopa County 
Flood Control District, and regional air quality and environmental partners—to support disaster 
preparedness, hazard mitigation, and community resilience efforts. The City also promotes digital equity 
and access through partnerships that expand technology resources and digital literacy services for 
underserved populations. 
Describe coordination with the Continuum of Care and efforts to address the needs of 
homeless persons (particularly chronically homeless individuals and families, families with 
children, veterans, and unaccompanied youth) and persons at risk of homelessness. 
City staff work actively with the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Continuum of Care (CoC), 
the regional coordinating body that oversees efforts to address and reduce homelessness. Tempe staff 
regularly participate in CoC meetings, regional planning efforts, and the annual Point-in-Time (PIT) 
Count, 
  
which assesses the scope of homelessness in Maricopa County. The City collaborates with CoC-led 
initiatives and provides funding to agencies that deliver critical housing and support services to 
individuals and families experiencing homelessness. Additional details on the efforts of Tempe’s 
Homeless Solutions Team can be found in the NA-40 and MA-30 sections of the plan. 
Tempe’s HOPE (Homeless Outreach, Prevention, and Engagement) Outreach Team serves as a mobile 
access point for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, helping them navigate housing and 
supportive services. The team builds relationships with unsheltered individuals, conducts street 
outreach, and connects people to shelter options, behavioral health support, employment programs, 
and permanent housing opportunities. The City also allocates general funds and CDBG/ESG resources to 
reserve shelter beds, fund eviction prevention programs, and provide case management for vulnerable 
populations. Additionally, the City operates a 40-unit transitional bridge shelter at 2101 E. Apache Blvd., 
with a second bridge housing facility expected to open in the Summer of 2026. 
Tempe actively participates in the Maricopa Regional Homeless Management Information System 
(HMIS), allowing staff and service providers to enter and access client data, track service delivery, and 
monitor program outcomes. The MAG Continuum of Care administers coordinated entry, which ensures 
that individuals and families experiencing homelessness receive equitable access to housing and services 
based on their assessed needs. Coordinated entry partners with service providers across the region to 
prioritize the most vulnerable individuals for housing placements and streamline referrals to transitional 
housing, permanent supportive housing, and rapid rehousing programs. 
As a data-driven tool, HMIS improves service coordination, prevents duplication of services, and 
enhances Tempe’s ability to assess and respond to homelessness trends. Through this collaboration,

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Tempe ensures that housing resources and supportive services are allocated effectively, both within the 
City and as part of the broader regional response to homelessness. 
Describe consultation with the Continuum(s) of Care that serves the jurisdiction’s area in 
determining how to allocate ESG funds, develop performance standards for and evaluate 
outcomes of projects and activities assisted by ESG funds, and develop funding, policies and 
procedures for the operation and administration of HMIS 
The City participates and contributes to CoC ESG Subcommittee meetings to help determine priorities. 
Through participation with the Committee and Board meetings, the City has provided input into the 
regional performance standards of excellence, and the Regional Plan to End Homelessness. The City has 
consulted, and will continue to consult, with the CoC regarding the performance standards for activities 
funded under ESG to discuss the best method to capture data utilizing HMIS. As the ESG program 
progresses annually, performance standards will be developed and revised based on the needs of the 
community and regulatory guidance. 
2. 
Agencies, groups, organizations and others who participated in the process and 
consultations

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Table 2 – Agencies, groups, organizations who participated 
1 Agency/Group/Organization 
City of Tempe 
Agency/Group/Organization Type 
Housing 
PHA 
Services - Housing 
Services-Children 
Services-Elderly Persons 
Services-Persons with Disabilities 
Services-Persons with HIV/AIDS 
Services-Victims of Domestic Violence 
Services-homeless 
Services-Health 
Services-Education 
Services-Employment 
Service-Fair Housing 
Services - Victims 
Services - Broadband Internet Service Providers 
Other government - Local 
Grantee Department 
What section of the Plan was addressed by 
Consultation? 
Housing Need Assessment 
Public Housing Needs 
Non-Homeless Special Needs

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Briefly describe how the Agency/Group/Organization 
was consulted. What are the anticipated outcomes of 
the consultation or areas for improved coordination? 
The Agency was consulted through a survey process. The various division within 
the Community Health and Human Services Department were consulted to 
include Well Being and Empowerment Division, the Community Health and 
Human Services Division, Housing Services Division, to include the Tempe Public 
Housing Authority, and the Community Partnerships and Resources Division.  
Consultation was also conducted with local non-profits to include the Tempe 
Community Action Association (TCAA) and Tempe Coalition for Affordable 
Housing (TCAH). Areas for improved coordination include resource 
development, resource access and information and referral. 
 
Identify any Agency Types not consulted and provide rationale for not consulting 
No organizations were intentionally left out of the public participation process. All comments and views were accepted and welcomed. 
 
Other local/regional/state/federal planning efforts considered when preparing the Plan 
Name of Plan 
Lead Organization 
How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? 
Continuum of Care 
Maricopa 
Association of 
Governments 
The City’s goals and objectives align with the regional Continuum of Care's plan. 
Maricopa HOME 
Consortium 
Maricopa County 
Human Services 
Department 
As an exiting member of the Maricopa HOME Consortium, the City's allocated HOME Program 
funding is used to achieve goals set by the larger Consortium.  Tempe will continue to 
participate with the Consortium, until Tempe becomes a Participating Jurisdiction (PJ), to 
determine affordable housing priorities on a regional basis.  Staff participate in monthly 
planning and coordination activities as well as program oversight and monitoring.

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Name of Plan 
Lead Organization 
How do the goals of your Strategic Plan overlap with the goals of each plan? 
2025-2029 5 Year and 
2026-2027 PHA 
PlansPHA Plan 
Tempe Housing 
Authority 
The City's goals and objectives align with the Tempe Housing Authority plans. 
2024 Housing 
Inventory and 
Affordability Analysis 
City of Tempe 
The City updates is Housing Inventory and Affordability Analysis biennially to assess housing 
conditions and determine how the City can best support housing in the City. The City’s goals 
and objectives align with the Housing Inventory and Affordability Analysis. 
Table 3 - Other local / regional / federal planning efforts 
 
Narrative

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AP-12 Participation - 91.401, 91.105, 91.200(c) 
1. 
Summary of citizen participation process/Efforts made to broaden citizen participation 
Summarize citizen participation process and how it impacted goal-setting 
 
The City of Tempe has adopted its HUD approved Citizen Participation Plan (CPP) as per 24 CFR 91.105, which sets forth the City’s policies and 
procedures for citizen participation of the Consolidated Plan and first year AAP. The CPP provides details about the public notice requirements 
for all meetings and the various stages of Consolidated Plan development, public hearings before the citizens of the City and City Council, 
accommodations for persons with disabilities, and the conduct of public review of draft documents. Adhering closely to the CPP, the City held a 
public comment period and public hearing.  Details of these outreach efforts are provided in the table below.

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Citizen Participation Outreach 
Sort Or
der 
Mode of Out
reach 
Target of Out
reach 
Summary of  
response/attendanc
e 
Summary of  
comments rec
eived 
Summary of com
ments not 
accepted 
and reasons 
URL (If applicable) 
1 
Newspaper 
Ad 
Minorities 
  
Non-English 
Speaking - 
Specify other 
language: 
Spanish Ad in 
La Voz 
Newspaper 
  
Non-
targeted/broa
d community 
Spanish 
advertisement of 30-
day public comment 
period and public 
hearing was 
published in La Voz 
newspaper, a 
newspaper of 
general circulation, 
on Friday, May 15, 
2026. 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD 
https://www.tempe.gov/governmen
t/community-health-and-human-
services/housing-services/public-
notices-and-plans 
2 
Newspaper 
Ad 
Non-
targeted/broa
d community 
English 
advertisement of 30-
day public comment 
period and public 
hearing was 
published in the 
Arizona Republic, a 
newspaper of 
general circulation, 
on Friday, May 15, 
2026. 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD

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Sort Or
der 
Mode of Out
reach 
Target of Out
reach 
Summary of  
response/attendanc
e 
Summary of  
comments rec
eived 
Summary of com
ments not 
accepted 
and reasons 
URL (If applicable) 
3 
Email 
Outreach 
Residents of 
Public and 
Assisted 
Housing 
An email mirroring 
the English 
advertisement of the 
30-day public 
comment period and 
the public hearing 
was distributed to 
Housing Choice 
Voucher 
participants. 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD 
  
4 
Stakeholder 
Consultation 
Survey 
Non-
targeted/broa
d community 
A survey was used to 
complete jurisdiction 
consultations with 
housing, social 
service, and other 
entities to include 
local non-profits, in 
Tempe. 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD

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Sort Or
der 
Mode of Out
reach 
Target of Out
reach 
Summary of  
response/attendanc
e 
Summary of  
comments rec
eived 
Summary of com
ments not 
accepted 
and reasons 
URL (If applicable) 
5 
Public 
Comment 
Period 
Non-
targeted/broa
d community 
A 30-day public 
comment period is 
being held from May 
29, 2026 through 
June 28, 2026. 
Written comments 
could be submitted 
to the City of Tempe 
Housing Services 
Division, P.O. Box 
5003, Tempe AZ 
85280 or via email to 
CDBGprograms@te
mpe.gov. 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD 
https://www.tempe.gov/governmen
t/community-health-and-human-
services/housing-services/public-
notices-and-plans 
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Public 
Hearing 
Non-
targeted/broa
d community 
The hearing is 
scheduled to be held 
on Monday, June 8, 
2026, at 6:00 p.m. at 
the Tempe Public 
Library, Desert 
Willow Room, 3500 
S. Rural Road 
Tempe, AZ 85282 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD 
Info will be 
added prior to 
submission to 
HUD 
  
Table 4 – Citizen Participation Outreach

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Expected Resources 
AP-15 Expected Resources - 91.420(b), 91.220(c)(1,2) 
Introduction 
The City of Tempe receives Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), and previously received Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding 
from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The CDBG Program provides grants to entitled cities and 
counties to develop viable urban communities for low- and moderate-income persons. The ESG Program is designed to assist people with quickly 
regaining stability in permanent housing after experiencing a housing crisis and/or homelessness. PY 2026 is the second program year of the 
Five-Year 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan, and the City will receive $ 1,575,957 for CDBG and $0.00 for ESG. The City anticipates receiving similar 
allocation amounts in each year of the Consolidated Plan period. The City also plans to reallocate $2,656,988.10 of unused prior year funds to be 
used for owner occupied rehabilitation, public facility and infrastructure/enhancement projects. 
As an exiting member of the Maricopa County HOME Consortium, the City also received HUD HOME Partnership (HOME) funding. The HOME 
Consortium is a legal entity created through an intergovernmental agreement between Maricopa County, the Cities of Avondale, Chandler, 
Glendale, Peoria, Scottsdale, Surprise, Tempe, Goodyear and the Town of Gilbert. Each HOME Consortium member receives a pro rata share of 
funds and uses them to meet the needs of their community. Maricopa County’s Five-Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans also 
include the housing needs and activities of Tempe. These funds are not listed on the table below as the City is not a direct recipient of HOME

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funds from HUD. 
Anticipated Resources 
Program 
Source 
of 
Funds 
Uses of Funds 
Expected Amount Available Year 1 
Expected 
Amount 
Available 
Remainder of 
ConPlan  
$ 
Narrative Description 
Annual 
Allocation: $ 
Program 
Income: $ 
Prior Year 
Resources: $ 
Total: 
$ 
CDBG 
public - 
federal 
Acquisition 
Admin and 
Planning 
Economic 
Development 
Housing 
Public 
Improvements 
Public Services 
1,575,957.00 
25,000.00 2,656,988.10 4,257,945.10 4,802,871.00 
PY 2026 is the second 
program year of the 
Consolidated Plan. The 
expected amount 
available remainder of the 
Consolidated Plan is 3x 
the PY2026-27 annual 
allocation.

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Program 
Source 
of 
Funds 
Uses of Funds 
Expected Amount Available Year 1 
Expected 
Amount 
Available 
Remainder of 
ConPlan  
$ 
Narrative Description 
Annual 
Allocation: $ 
Program 
Income: $ 
Prior Year 
Resources: $ 
Total: 
$ 
ESG 
public - 
federal 
Conversion and 
rehab for 
transitional 
housing 
Financial 
Assistance 
Overnight 
shelter 
Rapid re-housing 
(rental 
assistance) 
Rental 
Assistance 
Services 
Transitional 
housing 
0.00 
0.00 
46,008.46 
46,008.46 
46,008.46 
It is projected that 
$46,008.46 in remaining 
ESG funds will be 
expended in FY2026-2027, 
prior to the recapture 
period. 
Table 5 - Expected Resources – Priority Table 
 
Explain how federal funds will leverage those additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how 
matching requirements will be satisfied 
CDBG funds do not require a match, however the City uses federal funds to leverage local resources to address the priorities identified in the 
Consolidated Plan. In PY 2026, the City anticipates contributing approximately $1.1 million in General Fund resources through Tempe 
Community Council and from citizen water bill donations to assist over 59 nonprofit agencies that address needs including aging, homelessness, 
poverty, disabilities, abuse, addiction, youth, hunger, isolation, shelter, and mental health.

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The City is actively seeking outside grants and reviewing all leveraged funding options to support the mission of providing affordable housing to 
the residents of Tempe. Active grant applications include: 
• $500,000 Transportation/HUD Community Project towards the development of affordable housing; 
• $500,000 Transportation/HUD Community Project towards the development of non- congregate shelter; 
• $1,666,279 Transportation/HUD Community Project towards the development of affordable housing; 
• $850,000 Transportation/HUD Community Project towards the development of affordable housing; 
• $1,200,000 from Maricopa County HOME ARPA towards the acquisition of non- congregate shelter and Housing support services 
The City is working through the development and implementation of a collaboration with market rate developers for the inclusion of workforce 
housing units being included in new complexes (single or multiple). These units would be subject to a monitoring requirement. It is expected 
that this initiative will continue in future years. 
The City is an exiting member of the Maricopa HOME Consortium and received HOME Investment Partnerships funds through the HOME 
Consortium. HOME funds have a 25% matching requirement, and each HOME dollar spent is matched with 25% of general funds for projects 
within the program year. HOME match is tracked on a Match log. This log documents specific projects and identifies the date and amount of 
HOME dollars expended, the amount of match liability incurred, the value of a match contribution, the type of match and the date that it was 
recognized. The log maintains a running tally of recognized match contributions and allows the banking of match required amounts associated 
with yearly disbursements. Matching requirements for the HOME program are satisfied, disbursements are captured in the IDIS PR33 report to 
ensure that ample match is available to satisfy the required 25% each year. HOME funds are not entered in the table above as a resource as the 
HOME Consortium is the direct recipient of those funds and is ultimately responsible for the planning and reporting of HOME funds for the 
Consortium. 
If appropriate, describe publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that may be used to address the needs 
identified in the plan 
The City will work with non-profit housing providers and CHDOs to redirect vacant lots created by the program for use for affordable housing. 
The City currently has acquired a motel for the purpose of creating an additional emergency bridge shelter that is expected to be operational in

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The City continues working with the Tempe Coalition for Affordable Housing, the City’s Affiliate Non-Profit (a 501 C 3), and the Community 
Development Block Grant (CDBG) program to support permanently affordable rental homes available to Tempe residents with an income range 
of 0% to 80% of the current AMI. 
The City’s Housing Services, in partnership with Economic Development, is working through the development of Apache Corridor and multiple 
sites throughout Tempe in the implementation of a collaboration with developers for the inclusion of affordable and workforce housing units in 
new complexes (single or multiple). These units would be subject to a monitoring requirement, and it is expected that this initiative will continue 
in future years. 
Discussion 
The City has programmed approximately $4.3 million, this sum includes the CDBG annual allocation, program income, and reprogrammed funds 
from previous program years for both CDBG and ESG. These funds will be used to operate a range of private and public services as described 
later in the Annual Action Plan.

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AP-20 Annual Goals and Objectives - 91.420, 91.220(c)(3)&(e) 
Goals Summary Information  
Sort 
Order 
Goal Name 
Start 
Year 
End 
Year 
Category 
Geographic 
Area 
Needs Addressed 
Funding 
Goal Outcome Indicator 
1 
1A Housing Rehab 
& Acquisition 
2025 2029 Affordable 
Housing 
Citywide 
Low/Mod 
Eligible 
Affordable 
Housing 
CDBG: 
$1,910,474.12 
Rental units rehabilitated: 2 
Household Housing Unit 
Homeowner Housing 
Rehabilitated: 20 Household 
Housing Unit 
2 
2A Public Services 
for LMI & Special 
Needs 
2025 2029 Non-Housing 
Community 
Development 
Citywide 
Low/Mod 
Eligible 
Public Services 
CDBG: 
$240,143.55 
Public service activities other 
than Low/Moderate Income 
Housing Benefit: 100 Persons 
Assisted 
Homeless Person Overnight 
Shelter: 100 Persons Assisted 
3 
3A Economic 
Development 
Opportunities 
2025 2029 Non-Housing 
Community 
Development 
Citywide 
Low/Mod 
Eligible 
Economic 
Development 
Opportunities 
CDBG: $.00   
4 
4A Public Facilities 
& Infrastructure 
2025 2029 Non-Housing 
Community 
Development 
Citywide 
Low/Mod 
Eligible 
Public Facilities & 
Infrastructure 
CDBG: 
$1,787,136.03 
Public Facility or Infrastructure 
Activities other than 
Low/Moderate Income 
Housing Benefit: 2000 Persons 
Assisted 
5 
5A Homeless 
Prevention & Rapid 
Rehousing 
2025 2029 Homeless 
Citywide 
Low/Mod 
Eligible 
Homeless Housing 
and Services 
CDBG: 
$46,008.46 
Homelessness Prevention: 10 
Persons Assisted

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Sort 
Order 
Goal Name 
Start 
Year 
End 
Year 
Category 
Geographic 
Area 
Needs Addressed 
Funding 
Goal Outcome Indicator 
6 
5B Homeless 
Shelter & Services 
2025 2029 Homeless 
Citywide 
Low/Mod 
Eligible 
Homeless Housing 
and Services 
    
7 
6A Effective 
Program 
Administration 
2025 2029 Non-Housing 
Community 
Development 
Citywide 
Low/Mod 
Eligible 
Effective Program 
Administration 
CDBG: 
$320,191.40 
Other: 0 Other 
Table 6 – Goals Summary 
 
Goal Descriptions 
 
1 Goal Name 
1A Housing Rehab & Acquisition 
Goal 
Description 
The City will fund housing rehabilitation and acquisition activities to increase and preserve for the purpose of affordable 
rental and homeowner housing opportunities housing development, that will foster affordable housing opportunities for 
low- and moderate- income households earning less than 80% AMI. 
2 Goal Name 
2A Public Services for LMI & Special Needs 
Goal 
Description 
The City will fund a range of public services benefiting low- and moderate- income, homeless and/or special needs 
clientele (LMC) that include but are not limited to needed services for workforce development, food banks, employment, 
transportation and elderly assistance, etc.  CDBG resources committed will be determined annually, and under grant 
guidelines will not exceed 15% of the total grant allocation 
3 Goal Name 
3A Economic Development Opportunities 
Goal 
Description 
The City will fund activities that support small businesses and microenterprises and revitalize commercial areas in 
low/mod areas.

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4 Goal Name 
4A Public Facilities & Infrastructure 
Goal 
Description 
The City will fund activities that improve access to public facilities in low- to /moderate income areas, or by low- to 
moderate-income individuals.  such as neighborhood facilities, community centers and parks and recreation facilities.  
The City will also expand and improve public infrastructure in low- to moderate-income/mod areas, including but not 
limited to activities such as improvements to streets and sidewalks. 
5 Goal Name 
5A Homeless Prevention & Rapid Rehousing 
Goal 
Description 
In FY2025-2026 the city of Tempe was no longer eligible to receive ESG funds through the federal funding formula.  This 
goal was created in the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and will remain funded until prior year ESG funds are fully 
expended.  
6 Goal Name 
5B Homeless Shelter & Services 
Goal 
Description 
In FY2025-2026 the city of Tempe was no longer eligible to receive ESG funds through the federal funding formula.  This 
goal was created in the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and will remain in this, and future action plans should the City 
become eligible to receive ESG funds in this Consolidated Plan period.   
7 Goal Name 
6A Effective Program Administration 
Goal 
Description 
Effective program administration will ensure internal controls and systems exist to comply with all federal requirements. 
management of the CDBG and ESG grant programs will ensure compliance with grant regulations and established 
objectives. Planning will involve the development of annual action plans, reports and citizen participation requirements

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AP-35 Projects - 91.420, 91.220(d) 
Introduction  
PY 2026-27 AAP projects will address the housing and community development needs and goals as 
identified in the strategic plan. These include public services, housing rehabilitation, economic 
development, public facilities and infrastructure and admin of the program.  Prior year ESG will fund 
rapid rehousing rental assistance activities.  
# 
Project Name 
1 CDBG: Program Administration  
2 CDBG: Public Services  
3 CDBG: Housing Programs 
4 CDBG: Economic Development 
5 CDBG: Public Facilities & Infrastructure 
6 ESG2026: Tempe 
Table 7 – Project Information 
 
Describe the reasons for allocation priorities and any obstacles to addressing underserved 
needs 
The City’s projects address the housing and community development needs in Tempe and are consistent 
with the priorities and goals identified in the five-year Strategic Plan. 
Public facilities and infrastructure improvements have been identified as a priority in Tempe, specifically 
in low- and moderate-income areas. Public improvements are addressed through CDBG funds and will 
only target low/mod areas as identified by HUD LMISD data. 
Public services for LMI and special needs groups are a high priority. The City will fund a range of public 
services benefitting low- and moderate- income, homeless and/or special needs clientele (LMC) that 
include but are not limited to needed services for workforce development, food banks, employment, 
transportation and elderly assistance, etc. Allocation of funds is limited by the 15% cap calculation for 
public services. 
The preservation of existing affordable housing is a priority in the City. These needs are addressed by 
CDBG funds as eligible under each grant guideline. The City will fund housing rehabilitation and 
acquisition and disposition activities for the purpose of creating and preserving affordable housing 
opportunities for low- and moderate- income households earning less than 80% AMI. 
Economic development opportunities are a priority for City residents. The City may fund activities that 
micro-enterprise businesses.

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Project Summary Information 
1 Project Name 
CDBG: Program Administration 
Target Area 
Citywide Low/Mod Eligible 
Goals Supported 
1A Housing Rehab & Acquisition  
2A Public Services for LMI & Special Needs  
3A Economic Development Opportunities  
4A Public Facilities & Infrastructure  
6A Effective Program Administration  
Needs Addressed 
Effective Program Administration 
Funding 
CDBG: $ 320,191.40 
Description 
Effective program administration will ensure internal controls and 
systems exist to comply with all federal requirements. For the 
Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Entitlement program, 
administrative and planning costs are capped at 20% of the sum of the 
annual grant plus the estimated program income for PY2026 year. 
Program Income for PY 2026 is estimated at $25,000 as reflected in 
section AP-15, Expected Resources.

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Estimate the number 
and type of families that 
will benefit from the 
proposed activities 
N/A 
Location Description 
Citywide, eligible. 
Planned Activities 
General admin and planning of the CDBG program, matrix code 21A, 
24 CFR 570.206 
2 Project Name 
CDBG: Public Services 
Target Area 
Citywide Low/Mod Eligible 
Goals Supported 
2A Public Services for LMI & Special Needs 
Needs Addressed 
Public Services 
Funding 
CDBG: $ 240,143.55 
Description 
The City will fund public and community services that support and 
serve vulnerable populations, including residents with special needs. 
Funding for public services is capped at 15% of the total grant award 
plus prior year program income.  Program income for PY2025-2026 is 
estimated at $25,000.

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Estimate the number 
and type of families that 
will benefit from the 
proposed activities 
Public service activities other than Low/Mod Income Housing Benefit: 
100 Persons Assisted 
Homeless Person Overnight Shelter: 100 Persons Assisted 
Location Description 
Citywide, eligible. 
Planned Activities 
Planned activities include: 
Workforce Development, matrix code 05H, 24 CFR 570.201(e), 24 CFR 
570.208(a) 
Housing Counseling, matrix code 05U, 24 CFR 570.201(e), 24 CFR 
570.208(a) 
Shelter Operations, matrix code 03T, 24 CFR 570.201(e), 24 CFR 
570.208(a) 
Rapid Rehousing-Subsistence Payments, matrix code 05Q, 24 CFR 
570.201(e), 24 CFR 570.208(a) 
3 Project Name 
CDBG: Housing Programs 
 
Target Area 
Citywide Low/Mod Eligible 
 
Goals Supported 
1A Housing Rehab & Acquisition 
 
Needs Addressed 
Affordable Housing

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Funding 
CDBG: $ 1,910,474.12 
 
Description 
The City will increase and preserve affordable rental and homeowner 
housing opportunities for low- and -moderate- income households 
based on community needs.  This project includes reprogrammed prior 
year funds. 
 
Target Date 
06/30/2027 
 
Estimate the number 
and type of families that 
will benefit from the 
proposed activities 
Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated: 20 Household Housing Unit 
Renter Housing Rehabilitated: 2 Household Housing Unit 
 
 
Location Description 
Citywide, eligible.

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Planned Activities 
Planned activities include: 
Acquisition of Real Property, matrix code 01, 24 CFR 570.202(b)(1), 01, 
24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) 
Disposition of Real Property, matrix code 02, 24 CFR 570.201(b), 24 
CFR 570.208(a)(3) 
Rehabilitation: Single-Unit Residential, matrix code 14a, 24 CFR 
570.202(a), 24 CFR 570.208(a)(3) 
Rehabilitation: Energy Efficiency Improvements, matrix code 14F, 24 
CFR 570.202(b)(4), 24 CFR 570.208(a)(3)  
Rehabilitation: Acquisition, matrix code 14G, 24 CFR 570.202(b)(1), 24 
CFR 570.208(a)(3) 
4 Project Name 
CDBG: Economic Development 
 
Target Area 
Citywide Low/Mod Eligible 
 
Goals Supported 
3A Economic Development Opportunities 
 
Needs Addressed 
Economic Development Opportunities 
 
Funding 
CDBG: $ 0.00

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Description 
The City will provide funding to promote economic growth by 
supporting initiatives that enhance workforce development and assist 
micro-enterprises with services benefiting low- to moderate-income 
individuals and areas. 
 
Target Date 
06/30/2027 
 
Estimate the number 
and type of families that 
will benefit from the 
proposed activities 
Businesses Assisted: TBD 
 
 
Location Description 
Citywide, eligible. 
 
Planned Activities 
Planned activities include: 
Economic Development: Microenterprise Assistance, matrix code 18c, 
24 CFR 570.201(o), 24 CFR 570.208(a) 
5 Project Name 
CDBG: Public Facilities & Infrastructure 
 
Target Area 
Citywide Low/Mod Eligible 
 
Goals Supported 
4A Public Facilities & Infrastructure 
 
Needs Addressed 
Public Facilities & Infrastructure 
 
Funding 
CDBG: $ 1,787,136.03

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Description 
The City will provide funding to upgrade and expand public facilities 
and infrastructure to enhance community accessibility, safety, and 
quality of life for low- to moderate income individuals and areas. This 
project includes reprogrammed prior year funds. 
 
Target Date 
06/30/2027 
 
Estimate the number 
and type of families that 
will benefit from the 
proposed activities 
Public Facility or Infrastructure Activities other than Low/Mod Income 
Housing Benefit: 2,000 Persons Assisted 
 
Location Description 
Citywide, low/mod areas. 
 
Planned Activities 
Planned activities include: 
Homeless Facilities, matrix code 03C, 24 CFR 570.201(c), 24 CFR 
570.208(a)(2) 
Neighborhood Facilities, matrix code 03E, 24 CFR 570.201(c), 24 CFR 
570.208(a), 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(1) 
ADA improvements, matrix code 03Z, 24 CFR 570.201(c), 24 CFR 
570.208(a), 24 CFR 570.208 (a)(1) 
6 Project Name 
HESG: Homeless Prevention & Rapid Rehousing  
 
Target Area 
Citywide Low/Mod Eligible

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Goals Supported 
5A Homeless Prevention & Rapid Rehousing 
5B Homeless Shelter & Services 
 
Needs Addressed 
Homeless Housing and Services 
 
Funding 
ESG: $46,008.46 
 
Description 
In PY2025-2026 the city of Tempe was no longer eligible to 
receive ESG funds through HUD's federal funding formula. The 
Consolidated Plan goals associated with this project, 5A Homeless 
Prevention & Rapid Rehousing, 5B Homeless Shelter & Services, 
were created in the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan and will remain 
funded until prior year ESG funds are fully expended. Prior year 
funds are projected in the amount of $46,008.46 
 
Target Date 
06/30/2027 
 
Estimate the number 
and type of families that 
will benefit from the 
proposed activities 
N/A 
 
Location Description 
Citywide, eligible. 
 
Planned Activities 
Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) rapid re-housing program, 24 CFR 
576.104 covers the rapid re-housing component, which provides 
housing relocation, stabilization services, and rental assistance to help 
homeless individuals and families quickly move into permanent 
housing.

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AP-50 Geographic Distribution - 91.420, 91.220(f) 
Description of the geographic areas of the entitlement (including areas of low-income and 
minority concentration) where assistance will be directed  
The City does not necessarily target funds geographically; however, funds must serve low- and 
moderate-income individuals and families or be directed towards neighborhoods with a prominent 
low/mod income population.  The City will use the following definitions to describe its objectives as 
defined by HUD as: eligible individuals benefitting from program services are low/mod clientele (LMC); 
eligible households benefitting from housing activities are low/mod households (LMH); and eligible 
activities that target a low/mod area (LMA). HUD defines a low/mod area as a “low/mod block group 
tract”, which is an area that is primarily residential and where at least 51 percent of the residents are 
low- and moderate-income persons. 
Geographic Distribution 
Target Area 
Percentage of Funds 
Citywide Low/Mod Eligible 
100 
Table 8 - Geographic Distribution  
 
Rationale for the priorities for allocating investments geographically  
The City of Tempe has elected not to allocate resources geographically but will ensure compliance with 
CDBG national objective and eligibility requirements for funded activities. 
Direct services such as public services (LMC) and affordable housing rehab benefits (LMH) are based on 
household income eligibility rather than area benefit. For these activities, City staff and/or one of its 
subrecipients will complete an application and determine eligibility before the activity is initiated. 
Certain activities such as public facility and infrastructure improvements will serve a low/mod clients 
and/or low/mod neighborhood or area (LMA) and have an “area-wide” benefit. Per HUD requirements, 
these areas must be within an eligible Low/Mod census block group tract, as defined by HUD-CDBG 
regulations, whereby most of the residents are low- to moderate-income (or 51%). 
To determine LMI tracts the City utilizes HUD’s CDBG Low Mod Income Summary Data (LMISD) from the 
HUD Exchange website, which has defined the eligible block group tracts within the jurisdiction. The 
tracts can be found at: https://www.hudexchange.info/programs/acs-low-mod-summary-data/. 
Discussion 
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Introduction  
The strategies to reduce and end homelessness include increasing emergency shelter options and 
providing additional housing choices. The City will expand its outreach efforts by adding more staff to 
address the community's growing needs. Each staff member has specialized training in areas such as 
homeless youth aged 18-24, persons with mental illness, families, and veterans, with up to 90% having 
lived experience. The increased emergency shelter options will enable the team to assist individuals in 
preparing for housing by helping them obtain photo ID, birth certificates, Social Security cards, and 
conducting housing assessments for permanent housing options through Coordinated Entry and the 
Tempe Housing Authority (THA). These actions are part of the larger strategy to combat homelessness: 
1. Increase dedicated homeless outreach in City parks 
2. Ensure 24/7 mental health and substance use response and support 
3. Enhance park and desert preserve maintenance and cleanup efforts 
4. Communicate results and provide opportunities for neighborhood engagement 
5. Refine park security through Park Rangers and G4S security company deployment 
6. Provide necessary shelter and housing strategies for those experiencing homelessness 
Tempe will also use HOME funds, disbursed through the HOME Consortium, to provide Tenant-Based 
Rental Assistance. 
Describe the jurisdictions one-year goals and actions for reducing and ending homelessness 
including reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing 
their individual needs 
 The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Continuum of Care (CoC) has a Coordinated Entry 
program where homeless or at-risk of homeless can access services and emergency housing that meets 
their unique situation. Local agencies help assist the homeless with referrals, resources, and services 
tailored to meet the needs of those who are chronically homeless, homeless families with children, 
veterans and their families and unaccompanied youth.  The CoC has several sites across the region 
where the homeless and those at-risk can access Coordinated Entry. In Tempe, access to Coordinated 
Entry  is  available through the City’s HOPE street outreach team, who can be reached by calling the Care 
& HOPE line at (480)350-8004. The HOPE street outreach team has grown to include 13 street outreach 
specialists, and a dedicated supervisor. HOPE Street outreach utilizes a GIS app to record engagement 
data while in the field. In FY 2026 the team will continue to use and improve this tool for continued 
refinement of their street outreach efforts. The team now provides coverage from 6:00am to midnight, 
7 days a week, with the goal of offering solutions to end individuals' homelessness at any time and 
location in the City of Tempe. Additionally, the City of Tempe’s IT Department has developed ARC GIS 
apps for encampment reporting and verification. These tools help identify areas of need and target 
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shelter. 
Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons 
 The City of Tempe has made significant investments in increasing shelter availability to support the 
HOPE team's efforts to end homelessness. The City has expanded the number of City-operated shelter 
units to 80 and has also invested in dedicated case managers for the shelters. Each case manager will 
have a caseload of 20-25 individuals. With this dedicated service, the goal is to ensure a high utilization 
rate of all shelter rooms and to help shelter residents transition to stable housing within their 30- to 90-
day stay. 
A program called Step Into Housing, in partnership with TCAA's I-HELP shelter, aims to efficiently utilize 
all shelter space in the City of Tempe. The program's goal is to help participants become document and 
housing-ready during their 90-day stay at TCAA's congregate shelter setting and then transition into 
available non-congregate shelter for a successful housing resolution within the 30- to 90-day stay. The 
stability of shelter allows for supportive services and increases the chances of successfully transitioning 
to a permanent housing solution. 
Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families 
with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to 
permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that 
individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals 
and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were 
recently homeless from becoming homeless again 
 In 2021, the City of Tempe purchased the Rodeway Inn located at 2101 E. Apache Blvd. The purchase of 
what would become Sue’s Espacio was made using $3.3 million in federal funds from the American 
Rescue Plan Act, added 40 temporary bridge shelter housing units in Tempe. This acquisition has 
expanded the City's capacity to provide safe and decent temporary shelter. Sue’s Espacio is crucial in 
providing stability for individuals and families in crisis, as they work with Community Health & Human 
Services staff to find more permanent housing solutions.  
The Tempe Coalition for Affordable Housing, Inc., an affiliate Non-Profit (a 501 C 3) of the Tempe 
Housing Authority (THA), operates an Emergency Unit program for individuals experiencing 
homelessness and victims of domestic violence. This program offers safe and stable housing while those 
in need work with Community Health and Human Services staff to access social services and permanent 
housing. It is operated in collaboration with Housing Services and Homeless Solutions in the Community 
Health and Human Services Department.  
In Maricopa County, there is a waiting list for family shelters that can sometimes be up to four months 
long. These issues also exist in Tempe; however the emergency units have been set up, which are fully 
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homelessness until they are called for family shelter in the community. This model helps to increase 
family shelter capacity throughout the entire community. It also allows for the acquisition of necessary 
documents to assist individuals when they are ready for housing or reach the top of a waiting list for 
housing. Additionally, there is a connection with the homeless school liaison to ensure that children stay 
enrolled in school and have the resources they need to be successful. Community Health and Human 
Services also offer scholarships for families experiencing homelessness for childcare, enabling parents to 
work or go job hunting if their children are not of school age. Furthermore, families are connected with 
local employment partners such as Tempe Works, or Maricopa Co. Arizona at Work, which allows for 
greater self-sufficiency and reduces the likelihood of returning to homelessness. 
Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely 
low-income individuals and families and those who are: being discharged from publicly 
funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, 
foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions) or, receiving 
assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, 
employment, education, or youth needs.  
 The City of Tempe has a Mental Health Court that helps individuals who are mentally ill and 
experiencing homelessness to access housing and supportive services upon their release from jail. These 
services include shelter, healthcare enrollment, food stamps, and other resources aimed at reducing the 
likelihood of returning to jail. The City works closely with various departments, such as the Tempe PD, 
the City Prosecutor's office, and Probation, to provide alternatives to jail. Additionally, the City offers 
Tenant Based Rental Assistance to help individuals secure safe housing. Tempe will continue to provide 
aggressive homeless outreach and navigation services, targeted public services, TBRA rental support for 
'at-risk' low-income households, and specific support to the Rapid Rehousing Program, which aims to 
help individuals regain permanent housing through rental assistance and other essential services. The 
Rapid Rehousing Program also provides short to medium-term rental assistance and supportive services 
to prevent individuals and families from moving into emergency shelters. 
The City will refer to the MAG CoC and the Coordinated Entry program to address the needs of people 
leaving systems of care or publicly funded institutions.  Coordinated Entry will connect local agencies 
with these individuals at-risk of homeless. 
Discussion  
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Introduction 
The City recognizes that a variety of market conditions, public policies, and regulatory factors can affect housing affordability and limit housing 
opportunities for low- and moderate-income households. As a largely built-out community experiencing continued population and economic 
growth, Tempe faces increasing pressure on housing costs, land availability, and redevelopment activity. Rising rents, home prices, and 
construction costs continue to impact housing affordability for residents throughout the community. 
The City acknowledges broader economic conditions, including inflation, labor shortages, and increased material costs, continue to create 
challenges for the development and preservation of affordable housing units. 
Tempe remains committed to evaluating and addressing barriers to affordable housing through policy review, strategic planning, and 
collaboration with regional and community partners. The City continues to support efforts that expand housing choice, preserve existing 
affordable housing, and increase access to housing opportunities for low- and moderate-income households, seniors, persons with disabilities, 
and individuals experiencing or at risk of homelessness. 
Actions it planned to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such 
as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and 
policies affecting the return on residential investment 
The City of Tempe continues to implement strategies and policies intended to reduce barriers to affordable housing development and 
preservation. Through its Affordable Housing Strategy and related housing initiatives, the City works to encourage housing diversity, increase 
housing supply, and support affordable and workforce housing opportunities throughout the community. 
Actions undertaken or planned by the City include: 
• 
Supporting higher-density and mixed-use residential development in appropriate areas to maximize limited land availability and 
encourage transit-oriented housing opportunities, as identified in the City’s General Plan 2050 and Affordable Housing Strategy. Source:

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City of Tempe General Plan 2050; City of Tempe Affordable Housing Strategy. 
• 
Permitting Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in single-family residential zoning districts to expand housing options and increase smaller-
scale infill housing opportunities. In 2022, the Tempe City Council adopted amendments to the Zoning and Development Code 
permitting ADUs citywide in single-family residential districts. Source: City of Tempe Zoning and Development Code Amendments 
(2022); City of Tempe Community Development Department. 
• 
Collaborating with regional partners, nonprofit organizations, developers, and housing providers to leverage funding and identify 
opportunities for affordable housing development and preservation through initiatives such as the Maricopa HOME Consortium and the 
Tempe Coalition for Affordable Housing. Source: Maricopa HOME Consortium documents; City of Tempe Housing Services Division. 
• 
Utilizing federal resources, including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), 
and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds, to support affordable housing activities, housing rehabilitation, homelessness prevention, 
and supportive services. Source: City of Tempe Housing Services Division; Annual Action Plans and Consolidated Plan documents. 
• 
Supporting Housing Choice Voucher programs, landlord outreach, and rental assistance efforts administered through the Housing 
Services Division to expand access to affordable rental housing for lower-income households. Source: City of Tempe Housing Services 
Division; PHA Plan. 
• 
Continuing implementation of the City’s Hometown for All initiative and Affordable Housing Strategy, which include goals related to 
affordable housing production, preservation, homelessness response, and housing stability. Source: Hometown for All Initiative; City of 
Tempe Affordable Housing Strategy. 
• 
Evaluating development processes and regulatory requirements to identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce unnecessary 
barriers to housing development while maintaining health and safety standards. Source: City of Tempe Community Development 
Department; General Plan 2050. 
• 
Encouraging partnerships that support the preservation of existing affordable housing units and long-term housing affordability through 
acquisition, rehabilitation, and supportive housing efforts. Source: City of Tempe Housing Services Division; Affordable Housing Strategy. 
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affordable housing and support equitable housing outcomes for Tempe residents. 
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AP-85 Other Actions - 91.420, 91.220(k) 
Introduction 
The projects included in PY 2026 Annual Action Plan were chosen for the range and quality of services 
and programs geared toward the most vulnerable residents in Tempe, and for their alignment with the 
priorities detailed in the City’s Five-Year Consolidated Plan. These projects will address several of the 
planning objectives of the City of Tempe to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs; foster and 
maintain safe and affordable housing; reduce the number of poverty-level families; develop institutional 
structure; and enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. 
Actions planned to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs 
The City will continue to seek new funding sources for programs to address underserved needs. Funding 
continues to be the major obstacle in providing services needed for the vast and unique variety of issues 
that prevent individuals and families from breaking out of poverty. To help prioritize activities that 
address these needs the City conducted a community survey in 2023, and residents identified homeless 
services and crime prevention/police services as top priorities in Tempe. 
The City will partner with the Continuum of Care (CoC) to address the needs of homeless persons in 
Tempe. In the most recent 2025 PIT Count reported by the CoC, there were 306 unsheltered persons in 
Tempe on a given night in January. This was a decrease from prior reporting years, but still the third 
highest among cities in the CoC region. The City conducted a community survey in 2023, and residents 
identified homeless services as the top priority in Tempe. Funded activities will include emergency 
shelter services and rapid rehousing rental activities to help homeless households avoid returning to 
crises situations. 
Actions planned to foster and maintain affordable housing 
With CDBG funds, the City will continue to provide the Emergency Home Repair program to low-and 
moderate-income homeowners in need of health and safety repairs. According to the City Housing 
Inventory and Affordability Analysis conducted in 2024, new home buyers and renters are less secure 
because of the drastic increases in rents and home sale prices since 2020. The activities funded in this 
plan will help address these needs. 
As an exiting member of the Maricopa County HOME Consortium, the City also receives HUD HOME 
funding. The HOME Consortium is a legal entity created through an intergovernmental agreement 
between Maricopa County, the Cities of Avondale, Chandler, Glendale, Peoria, Scottsdale, Surprise, 
Tempe, Goodyear, and the Town of Gilbert. Each HOME Consortium member receives a pro rata share 
of funds and uses them to meet the needs of their community. The County’s Five-Year Consolidated Plan 
and Annual Action Plans also include the housing needs and activities of Tempe. The housing activities, 
such as TBRA, are not listed in the goals and projects of this plan as Maricopa County is the direct

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recipient responsible for HOME, and they will be included in the HOME Consortium’s plan 
Actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards 
Tempe requires full compliance and enforcement of lead-based paint (LBP) regulations listed in 24 CFR 
Part 35 as outlined in housing rehabilitation policies and procedures. Housing Services Division staff will 
continue to provide lead poisoning prevention information to families. Full details of the actions the City 
will take to reduce LBP hazards are listed in the SP-65 of the five-year Strategic Plan. 
Overall, the actions planned to reduce lead-based paint hazards include but are not limited to: 
Continue to meet HUD lead-based paint abatement standards in housing rehabilitation programs. 
Seek additional funding as it becomes available to provide testing and abatement of lead-based paint 
hazards in single-family housing where young children are present. 
Expand the stock of lead safe housing units through housing initiatives. 
Actions planned to reduce the number of poverty-level families 
The activities outlined in this plan are designed to directly impact low- and moderate-income individuals 
and households living below the poverty line in Tempe. The City will address identified priority needs 
that work to reduce poverty in Tempe. These goals are housing rehab and acquisition; public services for 
LMI and special needs persons; economic development opportunities; public facilities and infrastructure 
improvements in low/mod areas; homeless shelter services and rapid rehousing rental assistance; and 
effective management of the CDBG program. See the AP-20 for goals and AP-35 for details on the 
projects and activities that will be undertaken for PY 2026. 
The City will also continue its efforts in conjunction with the Continuum of Care and the Tempe 
Community Action Agency (TCAA) and Tempe Community Council (TCC) programs to reduce the number 
of poverty-level families through the development of services needed to assist those families with 
emergency rent and utility assistance, hunger relief, financial success center, educational opportunities, 
job growth, and life skills training through the various social service agencies operating in the City. 
Actions planned to develop institutional structure  
The Tempe's EnVision Center is a one-stop resource and response hub designed with the community to 
meet their unique needs and help individuals and families thrive in Tempe. Through Community Health 
and Human Services, with support from the City's nonprofit partner Tempe Community Council, 
EnVision Center offers year-round programs and services such as help finding a job, technology classes, 
parenting programs and more.  Resources are available to the entire Tempe community and assist in 
improving residents' overall quality of life. Through the Sustainability and Resilience Office, the EnVision 
Center is the City's first resilience hub by acting as a heat relief location for residents on extremely hot

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days or in the event of a power outage. 
Actions planned to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social 
service agencies 
Actions planned to develop institutional structure include but are not limited to: 
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Working with non-profit organizations to address community needs and providing support to 
federal and non-federal funding initiatives. 
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Working with private industry to address important issues that hamper housing and community 
development efforts. 
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Identifying opportunities to create private/public partnerships for project finance and 
development to leverage federal funds. 
Development of other community resources and regional cooperation in: 
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Maricopa HOME Consortium through the City's exit 
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MAG Continuum of Care on Homelessness and East Valley Needs Assessments 
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Arizona Fair Housing Coalition 
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Homeless Solutions Task Force 
The actions are primarily the continuation of prior City policies/programs. No major obstacles in the 
institutional structure have been identified that need to be addressed. The City will continue to 
successfully coordinate with private housing and social service agencies. 
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Program Specific Requirements 
AP-90 Program Specific Requirements - 91.420, 91.220(l)(1,2,4) 
Introduction 
Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)  
Reference 24 CFR 91.220(l)(1)  
Projects planned with all CDBG funds expected to be available during the year are identified in the 
Projects Table. The following identifies program income that is available for use that is included in 
projects to be carried out.  
 
 
1. The total amount of program income that will have been received before  
the start of the next program year and that has not yet been reprogrammed 
$25,000.00 
2. The amount of proceeds from section 108 loan guarantees that will be  
used during the year to address the priority needs and specific objectives  
identified in the grantee's strategic plan 
$0 
3. The amount of surplus funds from urban renewal settlements 
$0 
4. The amount of any grant funds returned to the line of credit for which the  
planned use has not been included in a prior statement or plan. 
$0 
5. The amount of income from float-funded activities 
$0 
Total Program Income 
$25,000 
 
Other CDBG Requirements  
 
1. The amount of urgent need activities 
$0.00 
2. The estimated percentage of CDBG funds that will be used for activities that 
benefit persons of low and moderate income. Overall Benefit - A consecutive period 
of one, two or three years may be used to determine that a minimum overall benefit 
of 70% of CDBG funds is used to benefit persons of low and moderate income. Specify 
the years covered that include this Annual Action Plan. 
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Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) 
Reference 91.220(l)(4)  
 
1. Include written standards for providing ESG assistance (may include as attachment)  
City of Tempe is no longer eligible through HUD's funding formula to receive ESG funds.  
2. If the Continuum of Care has established centralized or coordinated assessment system that 
meets HUD requirements, describe that centralized or coordinated assessment system.  
City of Tempe is no longer eligible through HUD's funding formula to receive ESG funds.  
3. Identify the process for making sub-awards and describe how the ESG allocation is available 
to private nonprofit organizations (including community and faith-based organizations).  
City of Tempe is no longer eligible through HUD's funding formula to receive ESG funds. The 
City will continue to allocate prior year ESG funds to activities that are eligible under the ESG 
program. The City Council has final approval of these allocations.

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4. If the jurisdiction is unable to meet the homeless participation requirement in 24 CFR 
576.405(a), the jurisdiction must specify its plan for reaching out to and consulting with 
homeless or formerly homeless individuals in considering policies and funding decisions 
regarding facilities and services funded under ESG.  
City of Tempe is no longer eligible thorugh HUD's funding formula to receive ESG funds.  
5. Describe performance standards for evaluating ESG.  
City staff will evaluate performance under the ESG program primarily by tracking beneficiaries 
assisted with prior year rapid re-housing dollars. The City will also use the timely distribution of 
funds as a performance standard. Program outcomes will be reported in the Consolidated Annual 
Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER). The City will monitor ESG subrecipients to ensure that 
funds have been spent on eligible costs and that the program regulations and requirements have 
been met. The ESG program requires that the city must provide a 100% match from other sources. 
The City shall ensure that match amounts including other grants, cash, general funds, in kind 
services/costs are tracked and documented for both its own operations and the operations  
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