Public Hearing on Federal Community Development Grant Funding

Original title: 2nd Public Hearing-FFY 23/24 Florida Small Cities Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program

Record date · May 5, 2025

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What This Bill Does

The City Council is holding a second public hearing to discuss the Federal Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Florida Small Cities Community Development Block Grant () program. This meeting is part of the formal process required to manage federal funds allocated for local development projects.

Why it matters

This hearing determines how federal grant money is prioritized and allocated for local infrastructure or community projects, directly impacting which city improvements receive funding.

Who It Affects

Groups the bill's text affects, as described in the record. Being affected is not a position for or against it.

Directly affected

City Residents

Residents are affected by the selection of projects funded by the CDBG program, which may include local infrastructure or community services.

Directly affected

City Council

The Council is responsible for overseeing the grant application process and ensuring compliance with federal requirements.

Key Facts

The City Council is conducting a second public hearing regarding the FFY 23/24 CDBG program.
The hearing is scheduled for April 16, 2025.
The purpose of the hearing is to fulfill administrative requirements for the Florida Small Cities CDBG program.
The document is filed under reference number AR-2025-0129.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CDBG program?

The Community Development Block Grant () is a federal program that provides funding to local governments for community development activities, such as infrastructure improvements or housing assistance.

Why is there a second public hearing?

Public hearings are a mandatory part of the federal grant application and management process to ensure transparency and allow for resident input on how funds are used.

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