Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG)

Public Hearing Notice:

Written comments may be submitted to Cherry Cash Prewitt, City of Punta Gorda, Urban Design, 326 W. Marion Avenue, Punta Gorda, FL 33950, faxed to 941-575-3356, or emailed to urbandesign@ci.punta-gorda.fl.us.

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The Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) is a federally funded program administered by the U. S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The CDBG program allows local governments to improve housing conditions, infrastructure, and expand economic opportunities for low-income people. The City of Punta Gorda receives funding on an annual basis as an entitlement community and first received funding in 1994. The dollars are used to fund various non-profit organizations that provide services to the community.  They are also used for sidewalk, street tree and street lighting projects to improve neighborhood stability and quality of life.

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Persons wishing to receive a copy of the 2011 CDBG Annual Action Plan or to review it in an alternative format should contact Cherry Cash Prewitt at 941-575-3373. 

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What type of programs are funded by Community Development Block Grants (CDBG)?
Funded programs are those that serve fifty-one percent (51%) low and moderate income neighborhoods and residents within the City of Punta Gorda.  The majority of CDBG funds are used in acquisition, construction, engineering, planning, and development projects.  Fifteen percent (15%) of the entitlement funds may go toward funding “public service” (social services) programs.  Such “public service” funded programs include: youth services, senior citizen services, persons with HIV/AIDS services, work rehabilitation services, homeless services, family violence/crime intervention and prevention services and transitional living services. (NOTE: This list is not inclusive of all types of services that may be eligible under the CDBG Program.)

2. Are there any general requirements for applying for CDBG funding?
The applicant’s project must meet a national objectives and eligible activity.  The project proposed must benefit at least a target population of fifty-one percent (51%) low and moderate income levels.  The project must be within the City limits of Punta Gorda.

3. When is funding made available and what is the process?
CDBG funding is made available on an annual basis. The process requires an application submittal to Urban Design. All applications are reviewed for eligibility. Applicants will be notified by mail if the application has any eligibility issues.

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CDBG Program Application Form

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City Hall Annex
126 Harvey Street
Punta Gorda, FL. 33950
Tel. (941) 575-3372
Fax. (941) 575-3356
urbandesign@ci.punta-gorda.fl.us