ORD Auth a Position Funded by the Federal CDBG from the US Dept of Housing & Urban Dev & Approp by 2025-389-E (R.C. 26-086) (Smith) (Req of Mayor) (Co-Sponsor CM Johnson)

City Council · 2026-05-26 · agenda_item

The City of Jacksonville City Council has approved an ordinance authorizing a position funded by the Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. This approval means the city can move forward with utilizing these federal funds. The project is planned and has received final approval from the City Council. The scope of work will involve the administration and utilization of these CDBG funds, which typically support community development projects. This could include site preparation, construction, or improvements to public facilities and infrastructure, depending on the specific projects funded. Local contractors, suppliers, and service providers are encouraged to monitor future announcements regarding specific project details and bidding opportunities as the city begins to implement the funded initiatives. Early engagement with city departments managing these funds could provide valuable insights into upcoming needs.