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Commissioners authorize submission of CDBG conflict‑of‑interest exception for Home Bridging GP
Summary
Legal Counsel was authorized to ask Business Oregon for an exception so Home Bridging GP may remain the county’s subrecipient for the CDBG housing rehabilitation program; the Board noted approximately $14,000 remains under the prior grant and discussed a contingency plan for about $500,000 in available program funding.
County Legal Counsel Wally Hicks described a timeline and procurement history showing Home Bridging GP had been selected as the county’s subrecipient in November 2024 and subsequently approved by Business Oregon. Hicks said a potential apparent conflict arose because Home Bridging GP’s principal, Chad Hanson, previously served on the Josephine County Budget Committee—creating a federal grant conflict‑of‑interest prohibition that generally continues for one year after leaving a decision‑making role.
Hicks explained the proposed letter to Business Oregon lays out the timeline and factors the State must consider and that approval would allow Josephine County to reconcile about $14,000 remaining under the prior grant and continue seeking funds under the next two‑year grant cycle. He told the board the request had to be submitted by July 17, 2026, following a three‑day extension previously granted to the County.
Commissioner Gary L. Richardson moved to authorize Legal Counsel to submit the letter to Business Oregon. "Commissioner Richardson moved to authorize Legal Counsel to submit a letter to Business Oregon requesting a Community Development Block Grant conflict‑of‑interest exception for Home Bridging GP," the record shows. Commissioner Colene M. Martin said she had no financial interest but would abstain because she had served previously on an organization that had sought the work. Roll call: Richardson – Yes, Martin – Abstained, Smith – Yes; motion carried 2‑0.
Board discussion also covered contingency planning in case Business Oregon denies the exception, including beginning another competitive selection process and ensuring continuity for approximately $500,000 in housing rehabilitation funding available to county residents.
