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<br /> 5-Year PHA Plan U.S.Department of Housing and Urban Development OMB No.2577-0226
<br /> (for All PHAs) Office of Public and Indian Housing Expires 09/30/2027
<br /> Purpose.The 5-Year and Annual PHA Plans provide a ready source for interested parties to locate basic PHA policies,rules,and requirements concerning the PHA's operations,
<br /> programs,and services,and informs HUD,families served by the PHA,and members of the public of the PHA's mission,goals,and objectives for serving the needs of low-income,very
<br /> low-income,and extremely low-income families.
<br /> Applicability.The Form HUD-50075-5Y is to be completed once every 5 PHA fiscal years by all PHAs.
<br /> A. PHA Information.
<br /> PHA Name: INDIAN RIVER CO BD OF CO COMM PHA Code: FL132
<br /> PHA Plan for Fiscal Year Beginning:(MM/YYYY): 10/2025
<br /> The Five-Year Period of the Plan(i.e.,2019-2023): 2025-2029
<br /> Plan Submission Type 515-Year Plan Submission 0 Revised 5-Year Plan Submission
<br /> Availability of Information.In addition to the items listed in this form,PHAs must have the elements listed below readily available to the public.A PHA must identify the
<br /> specific location(s)where the proposed PHA Plan,PHA Plan Elements,and all information relevant to the public hearing and proposed PHA Plan are available for inspection
<br /> by the public.Additionally,the PHA must provide information on how the public may reasonably obtain additional information on the PHA policies contained in the standard
<br /> Annual Plan,but excluded from their streamlined submissions.At a minimum,PHAs must post PHA Plans,including updates,at each Asset Management Project(AMP)and
<br /> the main office or central office of the PITA.PHAs are strongly encouraged to post complete PHA Plans on their official websites.PHAs are also encouraged to provide each
<br /> resident council a copy of their PHA Plans.
<br /> How the public can access this PHA Plan:Indian River County Board of Commissioners HCV Program Five-Year Plan,Annual Plan,HCV Administrative Policy and all
<br /> other elements are available for review by the public at the address listed below between the days and hours of Tuesday,Wednesday and Thursday from 8:30 am till 4:00 pm.
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<br /> 0 PHA Consortia:(Check box if submitting a Joint PIA Plan and complete table below.)
<br /> Participating PHAs PHA Program(s)in the Program(s)not in the No.of Units in Each Program
<br /> Code Consortia Consortia PH I HCV
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<br /> B. Plan Elements.Required for all PHAs completing this form.
<br /> Mission.State the PHA's mission for serving the needs of low-income,very low-income,and extremely low-income families in the PHA's jurisdiction for the next five years.
<br /> Indian River County Board of County Commissioners Housing Services Division—Section 8 Program is committed to operating and partnering with private owners
<br /> B.1 and property managers in an efficient,professional and ethical manner which will create a team effort to provide decent,safe,sanitary and affordable housing for
<br /> the clients that we serve in this community and enhancing the housing stock for_under privileged and low income,including senior housing;•To assist and prepare
<br /> low to moderate residents in making a transition to greater financial security.•To provide our clientele with empathy,dignity and responsive customer service.•By
<br /> providing the highest quality customer service,integrity is never compromised.
<br /> Goals and Objectives.Identify the PHA's quantifiable goals and objectives that will enable the PHA to serve the needs of low-income,very low-income,and extremely low-
<br /> income families for the next five years.
<br /> 1.Expand the supply of assisted housing by:•Applying for additional vouchers,including VASH,as they become available from HUD or any other state-funded
<br /> B.2 program.•Conducting outreach efforts to potential landlords.2.Improve the quality of assisted housing by:•Focusing efforts on improving specific management
<br /> functions,such as rent reasonableness reviews and income program violations.3.Promote self-sufficiency and asset development of our assisted households by:•
<br /> Providing or attracting supportive services to improve recipients'employability and to educate recipients on homeownership programs.4.Administer the HCV
<br /> program with excellence by:•Maintaining a 95%or better utilization rate.•Providing quality service to customers and clients through open communication,
<br /> workshops,and/or meetings to explain the housing choice voucher program and other opportunities.
<br /> Progress Report.Include a report on the progress the PHA has made in meeting the goals and objectives described in the previous 5-Year Plan.
<br /> 1.Expanded and increased the supply of assisted housing:•HUD allocated an additional 13 VASH vouchers for homeless veterans in Indian River County;the IRC
<br /> HCV Program now administers a total of 59 VASH vouchers.•HUD allocated 34 EHV homeless families and individuals in Indian River County.2.Improved the
<br /> quality of assisted housing:•Set payment standards at competitive amounts to attract quality housing from private market owners.•Inspected units every six to
<br /> B.3 twelve months as needed.•Continued to encourage portability for clients seeking improved housing opportunities in other jurisdictions.3.Promoted self-sufficiency
<br /> and asset development for our assisted households:•Partnered with additional supportive service agencies and homeownership programs to provide participants
<br /> with opportunities to purchase their own homes and further their education.4.Administration of the HCV Program:•Earned the HUD SEMAP High Performer
<br /> designation by utilizing 95%or more of the allocated budget authority.•Provided staff training throughout the fiscal year with Health Advocate,including courses
<br /> such as Anger Management,Stress Management,and various others designed to enhance the customer service provided by the Housing Services Division HCV
<br /> Program.
<br /> B.4 Violence Against Women Act(VAWA)Goals.Provide a statement of the PHA's goals,activities objectives,policies,or programs that will enable the PHA to serve the needs
<br /> of child and adult victims of domestic violence,dating violence,sexual assault,or stalking. \
<br /> Indian River County Housing Services Division HCV Program provides referrals to Safespace depending on the need.In addition,Indian River County Housing
<br /> Services Division HCV Program provides VAWA information regarding'the tenant rights at lease up and at annual recertifications.Flyers are posted in the office
<br /> with detailed information on how to obtain assistance if needed.
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