Clearfield approves 2026–27 CDBG annual action plan and reallocates $26,000 for City Hall elevator

The Clearfield City Council on May 12 approved the 2026–27 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan and an amendment to the 2025–2029 Consolidated Plan that reallocates $26,000 in prior-year funds toward an elevator at Clearfield City Hall.

City staff (Allison) presented the plan, reporting the city expects $223,579 in CDBG funding. "We plan on receiving $223,579," Allison said, and outlined the required 15% public-service allotment — $33,534 — to be split equally into three $11,178 awards. Administration costs were listed at $44,715, with the remainder allocated to facilities, parks, neighborhood public improvements, and ADA sidewalk work; $20,000 was noted for the pool list.

Council discussion highlighted the plan’s focus on accessibility and services: members praised allocations that support wheelchair access, sidewalk remediation and programs for domestic-violence and social services. Council Member Worth moved to approve the annual action plan and authorize signatures; Council Member Peterson seconded a friendly amendment to include the consolidated-plan amendment reallocating $26,000. The amended motion carried.

What’s next: With the council’s approval, staff will execute necessary documents and proceed with fund allocation. Allison indicated the city will publish required documents and implement the allocations consistent with federal CDBG rules. The council noted the benefits of direct local CDBG control for a city of Clearfield’s size, which often otherwise would rely on county distribution of such funds.