Approve 2 repayment agreements with federal housing agency for ineligible costs
In Plain English
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development found the city spent federal grant money on costs that don't qualify under program rules. The city must sign agreements to pay back the money. If approved, Richmond avoids potential penalties and maintains eligibility for future federal housing grants.
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Votes
Adopted Resolution No.110-16, approving the execution of two repayment agreements with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)
5 to 1
Why This Vote Matters
Richmond will repay federal housing grant money that was spent on ineligible costs after the council approved repayment agreements with HUD. The vote passed 5-1, with Mayor Butt dissenting despite being the one who proposed the motion. By signing these agreements, the city avoids potential penalties and keeps its eligibility for future federal housing grants. This was an unusual vote where the mayor voted against his own proposal.
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