Council adopts HOME program budget; small increase and $25,000 local commitment
The council approved the amended HOME investment partnerships budget for federal fiscal 2026 (city FY27). The grant amount rose slightly versus last year; the city will contribute $25,000 to a two-bedroom unit in an upcoming affordable-housing project.
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Katherine Ruth, community development manager, presented the amended HOME program budget for federal fiscal year 2026 (city fiscal year 2027), noting a small increase of roughly $2,614 (0.22%) versus the prior allocation and that the city is part of the Auburn–Lewiston consortium. The city will contribute $25,000 toward a two-bedroom unit in a local affordable-housing project as part of its agreement.
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