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City staff outlines HUD CDBG and HOME funding process; approximate amounts stated
Summary
Sandra Gober described the City's annual HUD funding process for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME funds, the competitive CDBG application timeline, and stated the city anticipated receiving roughly $1.5 million in CDBG and a little over $700,000 in HOME funds.
Sandra Gober briefed Council on the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME) funding the City expects from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. She said the City follows a five‑year consolidated plan to vet applications and ensure funded activities meet HUD eligibility and local priorities.
Gober explained that HOME funds may be used only for housing, while CDBG is more flexible and can support housing, infrastructure and other eligible activities. She said the city releases a request for applications (this year issued in January, due in February), vets submissions against the consolidated plan and federal requirements, and then recommends awards.
During her remarks Gober stated the city "anticipated receiving 1.5 in CDBG and a little over 700,000 in HOME." The transcript does not specify units for the first figure; Council staff should clarify the precise award amount and dollar units in follow‑up materials. Gober said HOME funds are available through a year‑round application process while CDBG funds follow an annual RFP cycle.
