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Hayward council backs application for CDBG flood buyout grant (Resolution 2026-14)
Summary
The council approved Resolution 2026-14, authorizing the city to submit an IEDA application to the CDBG Flood 24 buyout program to seek funding for flood buyouts; the public hearing on the application drew no comments and the resolution passed 4-0.
The Hayward City Council voted on May 13 to approve Resolution 2026-14, signaling the city's support for submitting an Iowa Economic Development Authority application to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Flood 24 buyout program.
Staff opened a public hearing to satisfy the grant's 25% public-notification requirement and invited community questions; no speakers offered substantive comment during the hearing. Council then considered the resolution, which is a statement approving the city’s application and willingness to pursue grant funding for flood-related buyouts. The resolution passed by roll-call vote, 4-0.
Council members and staff did not discuss specific parcels, funding amounts, or buyout timelines during the May 13 meeting; staff directed residents to follow upcoming notices for details as the application process advances.
