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Richland approves 2026 CDBG and HOME allocations after resident raises transparency concerns
Summary
Council approved the 2026 Community Development Block Grant and Tri-Cities HOME funding recommendations, including allocations for homeownership assistance, rental aid and rehabilitation; a resident urged more transparency over Habitat-for-Humanity ties to city advisory roles.
The Richland City Council on Nov. 18 approved Resolution 2025-145, adopting the 2026 annual action plan and authorizing submission of grant applications for the 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership Program. The vote followed a public hearing and staff presentation of recommended funding levels.
Tony Lehman, presenting staff recommendations, said the city expects to receive about $2,291,000 in CDBG funding for fiscal year 2026 and roughly $645,000 in HOME funds plus about $400,000 from prior-year program income. Lehman said recommended allocations…
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