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Staff outlines CDBG and HOME funding recommendations; some programs reduced or not recommended
Summary
Community development staff presented draft FY25–26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME recommendations, proposing funding mixes for housing rehab, public services, workforce training and neighborhood projects and noting HUD approval is required before funds are released.
City staff presented draft recommendations for the FY 2025–26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME budgets and outlined next steps including a public hearing and HUD submission requirements.
Dr. Rhonda Russell, community development staff, told council the FY25–26 CDBG entitlement used for initial planning is the city’s current allocation and program income; staff estimated roughly $1.78 million would be available for the program year including program income. She reviewed statutory caps for CDBG‑eligible activities (public services capped at 15 percent of CDBG; administration and planning capped at 20 percent) and presented staff funding recommendations for a range of applicants.
Staff recommended partial funding or continuation for a number of programs and…
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