Legal Notices

FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS June 13, 2023 City of Huntington 800 5th Avenue Huntington, WV 25701 304-696-5540 These notices shall satisfy two separate but related procedural requirements for activities proposed to be undertaken by Habitat for Humanity of the Tri-State, Inc. REQUEST FOR RELEASE OF FUNDS On or around June 29, 2023, the City of Huntington intends to submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the release of HOME funds under the Home Investment Partnership Program. This program operates under Title II of the Cranston-Gonzales National Affordable Housing Act of 1990, as amended. The purpose of the request is to undertake the following actions: 2021 HOME Program Income Funds – The HOME funds will be utilized to support the acquisition of materials and services for the construction of a single-family residence located at 123 Twin View Ln, Huntington, WV 25704. The estimated HOME cost for this development amounts to $48,347.00, while the overall project cost is projected to reach $103,547.00 upon completion. FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT The City of Huntington has determined that the project will not have a significant impact on the human environment. As a result, there is no need for an Environmental Impact Statement under the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA). Further details regarding the project can be found in the Environmental Review Record (ERR) available for review and duplication at the Office of Development & Planning, located at 800 5th Avenue, Room L7, Huntington, WV 25701. The ERR is accessible on weekdays from 8:30 A.M to 4:00 P.M. PUBLIC COMMENTS The Office of Development & Planning, located at 800 5th Avenue, Room L7, Huntington, WV 25701, welcomes written comments on the ERR from individuals, groups, or agencies. Please address any comments to the aforementioned office. The City of Huntington will carefully review all comments received by June 28, 2023, prior to authorizing the submission of a request for the release of funds. When submitting comments, please indicate the specific notice that is being addressed. ENVIRONMENTAL CERTIFICATION In his capacity as Mayor, Steve Williams of the City of Huntington certifies to the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development that he consents to accept the jurisdiction of the Federal Courts in the event of any action brought to enforce responsibilities related to the environmental review process. It is further certified that all necessary responsibilities have been fulfilled. By approving this certification, the U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Development fulfills its obligations under NEPA and associated laws and authorities, thereby granting permission to the City of Huntington to utilize Program funds. OBJECTIONS TO RELEASE OF FUNDS The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) allows objections to its release of funds and the City of Huntington’s certification within a fifteen-day period following the anticipated submission date or the actual receipt of the request (whichever is later). Objections will be considered if they are based on the following grounds: (a) The certification was not executed by the designated Certifying Officer of the City of Huntington. (b) The City of Huntington has omitted a step, failed to make a required decision, or failed to provide a necessary finding as outlined in HUD regulations at 24 CFR Part 58. (c) The grant recipient or other participants involved in the development process have used funds, incurred costs, or undertaken activities that were not authorized by 24 CFR Part 58 prior to the approval of fund release by HUD. (d) Another Federal agency, following the guidelines of 40 CFR Part 1504, has submitted a written finding deeming the project unsatisfactory in terms of environmental quality. To submit objections, it is important to adhere to the required procedures outlined in 24 CFR Part 58, Section 58.76. They should be prepared and sent to Phillip E. McKeough via email at [email protected] or by contacting (412) 644-5846. Potential objectors are advised to contact the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to confirm the exact deadline for submitting objections. Steve Williams Mayor, Certifying Officer LH-154305 06-13;2023