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County staff present CDBG/HOME/ESG draft action plan and HUD allocation estimates for 26‑27
Summary
Community Development staff told the committee the draft 26‑27 action plan estimates HUD allocations of CDBG $1,850,758; HOME $704,796; ESG $160,713 and stressed that most funds are targeted to rehabilitation, homeowner assistance and emergency services rather than new construction, with staff recommending full‑council approval of the draft plan.
Community Development staff presented the 26‑27 draft annual action plan and the division’s recommended projects for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding. The presenter said HUD’s estimated allocations for fiscal year 26‑27 are: "For CDBG, $1,850,758. For home, $704,796. And for ESG, $160,713."
Council members asked whether the plan supports new construction of affordable housing. Staff said the program primarily funds rehabilitation through CHDOs, homeowner assistance (including down‑payment aid) and tenant‑based rental assistance; the county does not have the resources to directly develop new low‑income housing but can allocate funds to subrecipients and CHDOs for rehabilitation and acquisition. Staff said letters have gone to municipalities about entering intergovernmental agreements to participate in the programs, and the item was moved forward with a council motion to seek full council approval of the action plan at the April 28 meeting.
The committee recommended staff continue outreach to municipalities and community housing organizations to maximize participation and to clarify how HOME and CHDO funds can be used for acquisition and homeowner assistance.
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