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City continues public hearing on Community Development Block Grant PY2025 action plan; HUD allocation about $523,218
Summary
Meridian opened and continued a public hearing on its draft PY2025 CDBG action plan after staff reported a HUD allocation of about $523,218 and proposed funding for program administration, public improvements, homeowner repair and public services.
Meridian staff opened a public hearing on the draft Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) action plan for program year 2025 (October 2025–September 2026) and requested public feedback on proposed projects and allocations.
Anticipated HUD allocation and recommended uses: Staff said the city received notice from HUD indicating an anticipated allocation of $523,218 for program year 2025. Staff proposed an allocation plan tied to the city’s five‑year consolidated plan goals: public improvements (sidewalks, lighting and a “Better Walkways” program), permanent housing repairs, public services and program administration. Staff recommended setting aside approximately $57,000 for program administration and planning and allocating the remainder among public improvements, housing repair and public services.
Recommended partner projects: The staff presentation identified partner projects selected through a competitive application process (programs must serve income‑eligible Meridian residents at or below 80 percent of area median income). Two public‑services projects were recommended under the 15 percent public‑services cap: Jessie Tree’s emergency rental assistance program (recommended amount $43,483) and the Boys & Girls Club scholarship program (recommended amount $35,000). The staff report proposed a homeowner repair/weatherization neighborhood program with NeighborWorks Boise for approximately $193,000–$194,000 to support repairs for owner‑occupied homes.
Public involvement and schedule: Staff described outreach plans including two virtual open houses (a June online meeting and an additional afternoon session), online surveys and in‑person events. Staff said the public comment period remains open and that the hearing will be continued; the council voted to continue the public hearing to July 8 so staff can aggregate feedback and return with a final plan and resolution for adoption.
Quote: “We do receive the federal funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development or HUD. We do provide a 5 year consolidated plan… We received a letter from HUD saying that this year, we are anticipated to receive, $523,218,” housing and community development staff member Crystal Campbell said during the presentation.
Ending: The public hearing remains open and staff will return to the July 8 council meeting with outreach results, any adjustments and a resolution to adopt the final PY2025 action plan.
