Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development: July 2026

Agenda (PDF)

The City of Gainesville is holding a Citizens Advisory Committee for Community Development Meeting on Monday, July 13, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at Thomas Center B, 306 NE 6th Avenue, Room 201. The agenda includes a Public Hearing on the Program Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan. The City anticipates a total allocation of $1,430,548 in CDBG funding and $654,934.93 in HOME funding for the 2026-2027 Program Year. The meeting will also cover Call to Order, Adoption of the Agenda, Approval of the Minutes, Business Discussion Items, Public Comment, Member Comment, Next Meeting Date, and Adjournment. The document also details various housing and community development programs, including affordable housing initiatives, public services, neighborhood revitalization, and planning and administration. It outlines past performance evaluations, citizen participation processes, expected resources, and geographic distribution of funds. Specific projects include Program Administration, Public Services, Housing Rehabilitation, New Construction, and Homeowner Assistance, funded by CDBG and HOME grants. The document also addresses barriers to affordable housing, such as zoning ordinances and market conditions, and outlines strategies to promote affordable housing, including Accessory Dwelling Units and faith-led developments. Actions to reduce lead-based paint hazards and address poverty-level families are also detailed. The Gainesville Housing Authority's role in providing public housing and administering vouchers is also described. Program-specific requirements for CDBG and HOME funds are outlined, including guidelines for resale or recapture of HOME funds. Community engagement sessions were held from June 1-4, 2026, to gather input on the Annual Action Plan.

Board:

Citizens Advisory Committee For Community Development

Date:

2026-07-13

Type:

Agenda

Address:

306 NE 6th Avenue, Room 201

Applicant:

City of Gainesville