City Council

A. ESTABLISH THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAMS AND ALLOCATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 The City Council is requested to conduct a public hearing to solicit input from the community and to ensure that the proposed CDBG Projects meet community needs and Housing and Urban Development (HUD) guidelines. Presenter: Community Development Director and Associate Planner Recommendation: 1. Hold a public hearing regarding the proposed allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025 (24- 25); January 16, 2024 2. Authorize the City Manager to amend CDBG-funded program allocations up to 50 percent of the approved allocation as necessary throughout the FY; 3. Adopt Resolution 24-5717 establishing the CDBG-funded programs and allocations below for FY 24-25. The total CDBG Budget for FY 24-25 includes the estimated allocation of $230,000 and unallocated prior years’ funds of $65,000 for a total of $295,000: i. Housing Rehabilitation Loan and Handyworker Grant Program: $235,000 ii. Asbestos Testing and Removal Program: $ 30,000 iii. Youth Scholarship Program: $ 30,000 Total FY 24-25 CDBG Budget: $295,000 4. Establish a CDBG Ad Hoc Committee to explore any future adjustments to the CDBG program including considering how to move forward with the YSP.