Description
Title: Conduct a public hearing and receive public input on community needs concerning the City's Fiscal Year 2026- 2027 Action Plan, which serves as the City’s application for federal funding, as required by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and Texas Local Government Code Chapter 373. Funding: This item has no fiscal impact.
Summary
The City of Austin has scheduled a public hearing to gather community input regarding its Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Action Plan, which is essential for applying for federal funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). This plan will request formula grants, including the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME), Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG), and Housing Opportunities for Persons with AIDS (HOPWA). The hearing is part of the city’s compliance with Texas Local Government Code and its Citizen Participation Plan. It is the second of three required public hearings aimed at assessing community needs and will help shape the city's grant application and reporting to HUD. Input gathered will directly impact funding decisions and community development initiatives.