CDBG Entitlement Community
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Community Development Block Grant Entitlement Community: Consolidated Plan
The City of Traverse City recently became a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) entitlement community. In order to access annual funding, the City must develop a Five Year Consolidated Plan. The Consolidated Plan is a process that recipients of grant funds from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), such as states, local governments, and public housing agencies, undertake to identify priority needs and goals for housing and community development. In addition, the Plan will help to identify the at-risk populations in the City, the prevalence of low-to-moderate income households, and will include an assessment of the community’s housing needs.
What is a Consolidated Plan?
The 5-year planning document that governs the use of federal housing and community development funds for PY2024/2025 thru PY2028/2029. The City estimates funding of $365,323 for the first year.
Why is a Consolidated Plan required?
- Application for federal grant funding from HUD
- Documentation of public input and community needs
- Strategic Plan for carrying out community goals
- Action Plan to implement projects and measure progress
CDBG funds can be used for:
- Housing (e.g. Rehabilitation, etc.)
- Public Infrastructure/Facilities Improvements
- Public Services
Funds assist Low-to-Moderate Income (LMI) individuals and families
- Low- and Moderate-Income Persons (Area/ClientBased)
- Prevention or Elimination of Slums or Blight
- Meet Community Development Needs Having a Particular Urgency
Draft Consolidated Plan Available for Public Comment Period: July 11, 2024
After a review with the City Commission, stakeholder meetings, and community feedback, a draft Consolidated Plan has been developed and is available for a 30-day public comment period. For those interested citizens who are unable to attend the public hearing on August 12, 2024, please submit input via email to lsickterman@traversecitymi.gov or to the Planning and Zoning Department, 400 Boardman Ave, Traverse City, MI 49684. ATTN: CDBG/PUBLIC
Draft Five-Year Consolidated Plan