REPORT TO HOUSING AND HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION
SUBJECT
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Evaluations and Funding Recommendations for FY 2026/27 and FY 2027/28 Allocations of HOME Investment Partnerships Program and HOME ARP Funds and FY 2026/27 Community Development Block Grant Funds
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REPORT IN BRIEF
The City of Sunnyvale issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME-ARP, and HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds. These federal resources support local nonprofit organizations that provide services aligned with priorities identified in the City's five-year Consolidated Plan. Through the RFP process, staff have developed funding recommendations for consideration by the Housing and Human Services Commission.
BACKGROUND
As an entitlement jurisdiction, the City of Sunnyvale receives CDBG and HOME formula grants each year from the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The annual amount that the City receives is based on several factors, including population, poverty levels, and housing statistics. These funds are used to support community development programs and local housing strategies designed to increase opportunities for low- and moderate-income income residents.
Additionally, the City received one-time supplemental HOME Investment Partnerships American Rescue Plan Program (HOME-ARP) funding in 2022 to reduce homelessness and increase housing stability. This funding expires on September 30, 2030.
CDBG Eligible Projects
CDBG capital project proposals may include housing rehabilitation projects, economic development activities, public facilities and/or infrastructure improvements, acquisition of land for CDBG-eligible projects, commercial building rehabilitation, and other eligible activities authorized under CDBG regulations. All funded projects must demonstrate compliance with the national objective of benefiting low- and moderate-income persons.
HOME Eligible Projects
Since 2022, the City ...
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