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City reports $700,000 in CDBG activity for program year 2024; 13 housing units rehabilitated

5397858 · July 15, 2025
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City staff presented the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program year 2024 summary to council, reporting rehabilitation work on 13 units, sidewalk projects that affected roughly 1,300 residents, and partnerships with local nonprofits; the CAPER was opened for public comment.

City staff on July 14 delivered a program‑year report to the Bloomington City Council on its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) activity for program year 2024 (May 1, 2024–April 30, 2025), saying the city spent roughly $700,000 in CDBG funds and completed a mix of housing rehabilitation, sidewalk and public service activities.

Cordell Patrick, director of Community Impact and Enhancement, said CDBG funds supported 13 affordable housing units in program year 2024: three units included lead remediation, three were emergency repairs (for example furnace replacement for elderly residents), and seven were general rehabilitation such as roofs, windows and siding. Staff said one project included new sewer and water service installed in…

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