CDBG Grant for 10 Affordable Homes with Habitat for Humanity
Summary
The City would sponsor a state CDBG application to fund infrastructure for Habitat's ten affordable homes on 7th Street, serving families at 50–80% of area median income with preference for local families. Minimal cost to the City — Habitat writes the grant, the City handles reporting.
At a glance
- Total mentions
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- Last 30 days
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Minimal fiscal impact to the City, which serves only as fiscal agent and submits state reporting.
Ten local families earning 50–80% of area median income could become homeowners.
Mentions & discussions (4)
City Council - Jul 14, 2026
The City would sponsor a state CDBG application to fund infrastructure for Habitat's ten affordable homes on 7th Street, serving families at 50–80% of area median income with preference for local families. Minimal cost to the City — Habitat writes the grant, the City handles reporting.
City Council - Jun 23, 2026
The Community Development Block Grant item was pulled because the public notice needs a small fix — it will restart in July.
City Council - Mar 10, 2026
A public hearing was scheduled on Community Development Block Grant funding, which could bring federal dollars into community projects.
City Council - Feb 24, 2026
Federal and state grant money has tightened, slowing the city's grant awards. Staff is building a tracking system in Finance so grant work survives staff turnover.
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