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Community Development Block Grant Citizens Advisory Board · 2026-06-19 · agenda

[1015 Cultural Park Boulevard, Cape Coral, FL 33990] The Citizens Advisory Board for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) met on June 19, 2026, to discuss the CDBG 2026-2027 Action Plan. The board reviewed staff funding recommendations and heard applicant presentations. The CDBG FY 26/27 allocation is $1,143,460, a 2.93% increase from the previous year's allocation of $1,110,919. The methodology for allocation is to increase agencies' CDBG 25/26 amounts by 2.93%. The board's recommendations have historically aligned closely with staff recommendations. The meeting also included a presentation on the CDBG program, its history, requirements, eligible activities, and past projects. The previous meeting on April 10, 2026, included citizen input from organizations like the Cape Coral Caring Center, Sally J. Pimentel Deaf and Hard of Hearing Center, and Habitat for Humanity of Lee and Hendry Counties, discussing their services and needs. Concerns were raised about potential CDBG funding elimination or decrease for fiscal year 2027 and transportation barriers for low-income residents. The next meeting was scheduled for June 19, 2026.