Support Costa Clemente in Angleton, Texas

A Petition in Support of Affordable Housing in Angleton, Texas

We, the Undersigned, believe in and support the proposed affordable housing development known as Costa Clemente, to be located near the 1100 block of W. HWY 35 and HWY 288 in Angleton, Texas (Brazoria County). We are primarily residents of Angleton, and southern Brazoria County. However, we are also supporters of housing who live across the area, region, state, and nation, who are concerned that a worthy affordable housing proposal can be endangered due to strictly political objections based upon classic Not-In-My-Back-Yard, or NIMBY, disapproval.

We believe that safe, decent, and affordable housing is important for everyone, especially young people. Everyone knows the beneficial value of a stable household on children. In addition to providing affordable rents for a high-quality apartment, the development will provide an after-school program with special focus on homework and educational activities. For many hard-working parents, or single parents, this peace of mind alone makes this housing invaluable. There will also be summer programs to help keep children occupied and year-round community social events.

The income levels of the tenants are strictly enforced, because non-compliance potentially means that future tax credits will not be issued by the IRS. I hope we can all agree that the IRS is a formidable enforcement agent. The income levels to be served, as set by federal regulations for this area, are listed below - as well as examples of local employees who would qualify to live in Costa Clemente.

The total Household Size with Maximum Income allowed is:
1 person / $27,360
2 person / $31,260
3 person / $35,160
4 person / $39,060
5 person / $42,180
6 person / $45,300

Examples of local Qualifying Residents and applicable Salary Ranges that could live in Costa Clemente:
Police Officer / $31,000-$41,000
Receptionist/Utility Clerk / $19,500-$29,500
Municipal Court Clerk / $22,500-$32,500
Code Enforcement Officer / $26,500-$36,500
911 Telecommunications Operator / $24,000-$34,000

The developer has indicated that all tenants must pass a rigorous screening process, including credit and criminal background checks. Income qualifications are stringently adhered to, and there is an annual re-certification process. Additionally, the developer will provide for a courtesy officer program that will provide an off-duty policeman on property throughout the day and night. There will also be security gates at the entrances and exits. Finally, there is a strict zero-tolerance policy... if the resident fails to comply with any of the regulations, they will be evicted and no one who fails the screening will be admitted as a tenant.

We believe that this development is a responsible step forward for our city because it establishes hope for low-wage earners that their life can improve. We owe it to ourselves to continue to light the path towards greater affluence and financial independence.

We SUPPORT COSTA CLEMENTE !!