Lincoln Park council approves $778,236 CDBG budget, directs funds to public services and parks; gives readings on short‑term rental ban

Lincoln Park City Council adopted the city—s 2025–26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) annual program budget of $778,236 at its July 14 meeting, approving a package of public‑service awards and infrastructure allocations that the city said are intended to support hunger relief, workforce services, senior outreach, public safety efforts and park repairs.

Monique Guerrero, the city—s community development and planning director, said the allocation comes from HUD and that staff recommended spreading funds across programs to reach a wide range of needs. "This year—s allocation is $778,236 from HUD," Guerrero said, reading the proposed awards to council.

The recommended public‑service awards included: Blessed Hope, $10,000 for pantry and meal distribution for residents experiencing housing insecurity; Downriver Community Development, $14,000 for job readiness and placement; City of Hope Lincoln Park, $5,000 for senior outreach and resource navigation; Guidance Center, $10,000 for behavioral and mental health services; Saint Michael—s blessing box, $9,000 for food access and meals for children; and Senior Alliance, $2,900 for in‑home supportive services coordinated with the state Medicaid program. Infrastructure and capital items recommended in the action plan included $43,000 to the fire department for equipment…