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Vernon holds first public hearing on CDBG Small Cities grant; resident urges new well for emergencies
Summary
Vernon officials opened a first public hearing on applying to the Community Development Block Grant (Small Cities Program) for the 2026 cycle, outlining eligible projects and noting a regional allocation of about $500,000; resident Charlene Manzion suggested the town secure its own well and pump for emergency use.
A town official opened Vernon’s first public hearing on applying to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Small Cities Program and outlined the scope of eligible projects and program rules for the 2026 funding cycle.
The official said Vernon is eligible to apply to the Utah Department of Workforce Services for CDBG funding administered through the State of Utah Housing and Community Development Division and that the Wasatch Front Regional Council expects roughly $500,000 in available funds for the region. The official listed possible uses for CDBG dollars, including construction of public works and facilities (water and sewer lines, fire stations), acquisition of property, and public services such as food banks or homeless shelters. The official noted the town has not previously received CDBG money and said a second public hearing would be held if Vernon chooses to submit an application.
Resident Charlene Manzion, who identified herself during the public-comment period, asked whether the town had ever received CDBG funds and whether the council was considering specific projects. She urged the town to consider securing “its own well and a pump to be able to handle any kind of emergencies” for the fire department and municipal buildings, citing a water right she said is available for town use. The official thanked Manzion and noted the hearing’s purpose was to gauge community interest and gather suggestions.
The official reminded attendees the CDBG program prioritizes projects that primarily benefit low- and moderate-income residents and that detailed eligible activities are outlined in the CDBG application policies and procedures manual. The official also provided an Americans with Disabilities Act accommodation notice, asking individuals to notify "Nicole" three days ahead if they needed special assistance.
With no additional comments, the official closed the hearing and said the council would prepare for the upcoming Vernon Town Council meeting and, if appropriate, schedule a second hearing to discuss any proposed project before applying.
No formal motion or vote occurred during the hearing.
