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Council directs draft 2026 CDBG priorities: Viejo Camino sidewalk, youth scholarships and ECHO support
Summary
Staff proposed draft recommendations for Atascadero's share of 2026 CDBG funds (county estimate ~$176,000); council gave guidance to prioritize the Viejo Camino sidewalk and ADA improvements, increase youth activity scholarships modestly, and allocate remaining public‑service funds to El Camino Homeless Organization.
At its meeting, the council reviewed draft recommendations for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) allocation and provided staff guidance on funding priorities.
Public Works analyst Ryan Betts told the council the county estimate for Atascadero's 2026 allocation is approximately $176,000. Staff proposed directing most of the public‑facilities/housing category (estimated at about $114,000) to Viejo Camino sidewalk and ADA improvements near Paloma Park and adjacent high‑density housing, including an…
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