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Public hearing outlines CDBG program options and application steps for Fulton County
Summary
At a Jan. 15 public hearing, a presenter named Lorenzo explained Community Development Block Grant program types, construction-amount caps and application guidance, noting which cycles Fulton County is eligible for and the number of open project slots.
At a public hearing held Jan. 15, 2026, a presenter identified as Lorenzo reviewed the Community Development Block Grant application process and summarized common CDBG programs, funding caps and timeline expectations.
Lorenzo described five commonly used CDBG program types and their typical construction-amount caps: the Allocation Program (cycles every other year; construction amount $120,000; Fulton County not eligible until next year), Critical Infrastructure (annual program; construction amount $470,000; counties may have up to three open projects — Fulton County currently has one open project so two more are allowed), Residential Public Infrastructure (open cycle with one open spot; construction amount $720,000), Downtown (open cycle; construction amount $225,000 and may cover up to three downtown buildings) and Flex (open cycle; construction amount $225,000 intended to fill financing gaps).
Lorenzo also went over anticipated timelines, instructions for completing the implementation strategy project list, application guidelines and basic project eligibility criteria. The hearing provided applicants and local officials an opportunity to hear program caps and slot availability before formal applications are submitted.
No public comment or opposing views were recorded in the minutes summary; the board recessed for the hearing and later adjourned the session.
Next steps: interested jurisdictions should follow the application instructions and timelines outlined at the hearing; specific submission deadlines and scoring criteria were described by the presenter and are available through the CDBG program office or the hearing record.
