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Lebanon council backs CDBG sponsorship for Project 360 youth services
Summary
The City of Lebanon approved a resolution to sponsor a state-administered Community Development Block Grant application for Project 360, a nonprofit youth services program seeking funds for a planned facility and requesting potential demolition assistance from the city.
The Lebanon City Council voted Feb. 9 to sponsor a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application for Project 360, a youth services program that serves local teenagers experiencing homelessness and trauma.
Troy, a city staff member, told the council the resolution would allow the city to formally support a state-administered CDBG application that would benefit low- to moderate-income persons. He said the application process begins in April and that the city may later consider an ordinance to reimburse demolition costs at the project site so funds can be redirected into the development if demolition is required.
Project representative Patty Brayfield described the program’s history and services. "Project 360 youth services opened 10 years ago," she said, and said the program provides transportation, hygiene services, a food pantry, clothing and other supports. Brayfield said the organization is pursuing a purpose-built facility and that the project site is the former Lee Building at 1050 North Jefferson, near the high school. "We're preparing to build a $3,000,000 facility," she said, and added the property is currently on a month-to-month lease and is listed for sale.
Brayfield urged the council to support the CDBG application and said the project has raised funds through grants and local fundraising. In her prepared remarks she stated, "We've raised 1000000 7 so far," and left packets for council members with more financial detail.
Troy told the council the CDBG program the city would sponsor is administered through the state and that awards may be up to approximately $500,000; he cautioned there is no guarantee of funding. Council members voted by roll call to approve Resolution 26-7 to begin the city sponsorship and the public comment period required by the grant process.
The council’s approval authorizes staff to move forward with application preparation; Troy said a follow-up ordinance to address any demolition reimbursement would be provided once demolition cost estimates are available.
Next steps: the city will proceed with the CDBG application process beginning in April and return to council with any required ordinances related to demolition reimbursement or grant acceptance.
