Sequim council approves application for $1.68M CDBG grant to build sidewalks, curb and street lights in Flores Acres
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Summary
The council voted unanimously to complete a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application seeking $1,683,654 to fund curb, gutter, sidewalks, street lighting and storm drainage on the interior loop of Flores Acres; staff said the package of grants and a forgivable loan will bring more than $6M to the neighborhood and repayable local costs would be handled via a proposed ULID.
Sequim City Council approved completion of a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application for the Flores Acres project and voted unanimously to move forward with the application.
Public Works Director Paul Busich explained the invited‑applicant CDBG request for $1,683,654 would fund curb, gutter, sidewalks, street lights and associated storm drainage along the inner loop streets (South Still Road, East Bellfield, East Blair and related segments). Busich said the city has worked with state and county partners and a homeowners association and that the CDBG is part of a broader package—three grants and a forgivable loan—that together exceed $6,000,000 for the community. He noted that federal CDBG funds add administrative complexity but are a useful source for projects that otherwise would not be accomplished.
Busich said a small repayable portion (about 10% of the package) is expected and would be provided through a proposed Utility Local Improvement District (ULID) to be covered by the homeowners association; the city has adopted code for ULIDs earlier this year.
No public speakers signed up for this hearing. After brief council discussion, a motion to approve completing the CDBG application was seconded and passed unanimously (7–0).
Staff said further steps will include completing the application materials, public participation requirements for CDBG, and coordination with state Department of Commerce and local partners as the project proceeds through design and procurement.
