Consider and take appropriate action to approve public hearing dates, public comment periods, and public notification advertisements for CDBG substantial amendments to the PY24-28 Consolidated Plan, the PY24 Action Plan and the PY25 Action Plan. (Judge Brown & Commissioner Gómez)

Staff Report & Agenda Item Details

Under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 (42 U.S.C. §5301), the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) administers the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program to support viable communities by providing decent housing, a suitable living environment, and expanded economic opportunities for low- and moderate-income persons. Travis County has received CDBG funding since 2006 and HOME funding since 2024.<br data-pasted="true"><br>Travis County proposes substantial amendments to the PY24–PY28 Consolidated Plan (ConPlan), PY24 Action Plan, and PY25 Action Plan to update program priorities, reallocate funds in PY24 and PY25 Action Plans, and incorporate the Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding as required by section <a href="https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-24/part-576/section-576.200#p-576.200(b)" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">24 CFR 576.200(b)</a>.<br><br>The CDBG Office requests approval of the following public planning schedule:<br>•    Public Notification Period: Notices will begin on May 25, 2026, at least fourteen (14) days prior to the opening of the comment period;<br>•    Public Comment Period: The public comment period for the proposed substantial amendments will be held from June 17 to July 20, 2026;<br>•    Public Hearing: The public hearing for the proposed substantial amendments will be held on July 14, 2026 during the public comment period; and<br>•    Approval: A request for approval for the substantial amendments will be placed on the August 4, 2026, Commissioner’s Court agenda.<br>•    Attachments include public notification advertisements in both English and Spanish.<br><br><br>