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beginning of a transformation of Decatur's central business district and historic near <br /> west side. This will be marked by specific redevelopment activities aimed at <br /> providing for new commercial development opportunities, improved pedestrian <br /> facilities, a further stabilized residential area, and the initiation of a large scale <br /> aesthetic enhancement program. <br /> ❖ The City of Decatur has also established a tax increment financing district in the Near ' <br /> North Redevelopment Area. This will be used to help defray repayment costs of the <br /> Section 108 loans as well as providing opportunities for further commercial and other , <br /> types of development in the area. ; <br /> AREA 6.0: YOUTH PROGRAMS <br /> The City will support public service agencies which address the needs of children, youth and <br /> families. The goal is to serve 700 youth annually through programs. Staff will continue to take <br /> an active role on numerous committees and Boards to coordinate resources such as the Youth <br /> Leadership Institute and Boy's and Girl's Club. In addition, annually staff sponsors Government <br /> Day in partnership with Partners in Education. Staff will sponsor this program and continue to <br /> be available to assist other agencies as opportunity become available. <br /> AREA 7.0: SENIOR CITIZEN PROGRAMS <br /> The City will continue to work with agencies providing programs and services to the senior <br /> citizens of the community. In addition, the City of Decatur allocates funds each year from its <br /> general fund for the Decatur Macon County Senior Center,which provides numerous programs <br /> and services to benefit senior citizens. This year it has allocated $71,000. <br /> AREA 5.0: INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAMS <br /> The City allocates funds to continue the installation of ADA sidewalk ramps in low and <br /> moderate income neighborhoods, to improve accessibility for persons with physical disabilities <br /> in accordance with the Consolidated Plan page 72, subarea 8.2. In FY04, Section 1081oan <br /> guarantee funds will be utilized for infrastructure improvements in the Near North <br /> Redevelopment Area. These improvements will meet all ADA requirements. In addition, prior <br /> years' CDBG allocations will be utilized to complete ADA sidewalk improvements tazgeted to <br /> low-moderate income neighborhoods. <br /> AREA 9.0: ANTI-CRIME <br /> In accordance with the strategies outlined in the Consolidated Plan,page 74, the City will <br /> continue to create relationships with neighborhood residents and organizations to improve the <br /> safety and quality of life. It is anticipated that CDBG funds will continue to be used for the <br /> Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) Pro�-am, to provide security <br /> improvements to the homes of approximately 251ow and moderate income residents. In <br /> 22 <br />