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Cleveland committee hears plan to spend nearly $28 million in HUD grants for 2025–26
Summary
The Department of Community Development asked the Development, Planning and Sustainability Committee to approve spending nearly $28 million in HUD formula grants for program year 2025–26, with roughly $19.4 million in CDBG funds leading the plan.
The Department of Community Development asked the Development, Planning and Sustainability Committee to approve spending nearly $28 million in HUD formula grants for program year 2025–26, with the largest line item in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds.
“The Department anticipates receiving 19,460,000.00 in CDBG funds, 4,250,000.00 in HOME funds, 1,760,000.00 in ESG, and 2,370,000.00 in HOPWA, totaling just under $28,000,000 in HUD formula grants,” the director said during the committee presentation.
Why it matters: city staff said prolonged federal uncertainties and a recent government shutdown delayed the budget timeline and complicated contracting and service delivery. Committee members pressed department staff on how the city will convert federal funding into housing repairs, affordable‑housing production and social services for residents experiencing poverty.
Key allocations and initiatives
- CDBG (Community Development Block Grant): approximately $19.39 million, the department's…
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