Cleburne renews $60,000 grant to Christmas in Action for home repairs program
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Council approved a one-year renewal of a Chapter 380 economic development agreement, authorizing up to $60,000 to support Christmas in Action's HOPE program for repairs to low-income and elderly homeowners.
The Cleburne City Council unanimously approved a one-year renewal of a Chapter 380 economic development agreement to fund Christmas in ActionGreater Cleburneup to $60,000 for its HOPE home-repair program.
City staff described the program as targeting elderly, low-income and disabled residents for repairs such as water and sewer fixes, gas leaks, wheelchair ramps and smoke-alarm installation. "We've been around for about 25 years doing all kinds of repairs for elderly, low income, disabled, veterans," said Jim Bell, a representative of Christmas in Action, during a presentation to council.
City staff said the program has partnered with the city since 2018 and that council has provided varying amounts of support historically. The requested renewal authorizes the city manager to execute any documents necessary for the Chapter 380 agreement and continuation of the HOPE program.
Councilmember John Warren moved to approve the renewal; Oliver Cosby seconded. The motion carried unanimously.
Councilmembers praised the program as a cost-effective investment in neighborhood stability. Mayor Scott Cain said the program provides an alternative to code enforcement by addressing causes of property noncompliance.
Christmas in Action said volunteers and partner organizations contribute labor and funding, and the group is seeking volunteers and sponsors for upcoming projects and fundraisers.
