Manuel Jacobs

This Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for the City of Fairborn, Ohio, outlines capital improvements to be undertaken from 2026 to 2030, including cost estimates, financing methods, and time schedules. The plan details investments across various city departments, focusing on maintaining infrastructure, enhancing public safety, supporting economic development, and improving the quality of life for residents. Key areas addressed include general building repairs, fire and police equipment, IT infrastructure, parks and recreation facilities, and critical water, sewer, stormwater, and street projects, all aimed at ensuring the city's long-term economic stability and effective service delivery.

This document is the City of Fairborn's Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Program Year 2024, covering July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025. The report details the City's utilization of HUD formula funds to address affordable housing and community development priorities. Key focus areas include ongoing code enforcement in low-to-moderate-income neighborhoods, home repairs for owner-occupied households, fair housing and landlord/tenant education initiatives, and investments in public improvements and parks, specifically the Memorial Park Phase II. The report also tracks progress in administration and planning, economic development, infrastructure improvements, neighborhood revitalization, and public services, all aimed at benefiting low- to moderate-income residents and achieving community revitalization goals.

This Consolidated Plan for the City of Fairborn outlines a five-year strategy (2025-2029) utilizing federal funds, specifically Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME funds, to address local housing and community development needs. Key priorities include the preservation of existing homes, increasing homeownership opportunities, public facilities and improvements, expanding affordable housing options, improving public services, promoting fair housing, and ensuring effective program administration. The plan's overarching goals are to reduce homelessness, enhance housing affordability, and increase economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income households within the city.

The council meeting addressed several key issues, including the authorization of a lease/purchase agreement for a sewer jet/vacuum truck, a contract for construction documents for the Fairfield Park entrance, and a contract for painting the Police Department and Health Department buildings. Additionally, the council discussed and authorized contracts for mowing services and the purchase of real properties through the Property Acquisition Program. Citizen comments covered topics such as park access, mowing costs, and concerns about taxpayer money. The City Manager provided updates on the Wright State University lease, landfill remediation, and the upcoming community forum for the revitalization strategy.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several key items. A proclamation was read designating October 2009 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and another proclaimed October 19, 2009, as Colonel Bradley D. Spacy Day. The council addressed supplemental appropriations, approved the final plat for Grand Vista Point, and discussed ordinances related to appropriations, zoning, and development. They also authorized the purchase of diffusers for the Water Reclamation Center and approved a contract for the Sanitary Sewer Lining Project. Additionally, they authorized an advance of monies to the Victim Assistance ARRA JAG Fund and discussed a liquor license request.