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Staff recommends $310,551 in CDBG dollars for housing repairs, nonprofit programs and parks

Lewiston City Council · May 5, 2026
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Summary

Community development staff recommended allocations from an estimated $310,551.26 in 2026 CDBG funds, including $150,000 to parks and recreation for roof/water damage repairs, $64,500 to LC Habitat for infrastructure to support low‑income housing, $15,000 to Lewiston School District to assist families facing homelessness, and a reimbursement model for project oversight.

Donna Ortiz, community development office supervisor, presented the draft 2026 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) action plan and recommended program allocations for the council on May 4.

Ortiz said staff received four applications and estimated $310,551.26 would be available for allocation this program year (including program income and carryover). Applications included: a $15,000 request from the Lewiston School District for services to…

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