City of Pomona Community Development Block Grant 2025-2026

The City of Pomona's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) for FY 2025-2026 is part of its Third Year Action Plan under the 2023-2028 Consolidated Plan. Administered by the Neighborhood Services Department – Housing Services Division, this federally funded program aims to support community development efforts that benefit low- to moderate-income residents, address slums or blight, and meet urgent community development needs. The primary objective is to support individuals earning less than 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI) or residing in eligible census tracts. CDBG funds will support a broad array of activities including public services, infrastructure and park improvements, code enforcement, and housing improvement programs. These activities are selected based on identified community needs and stakeholder input gathered through community meetings, surveys, and public hearings. For FY 2025-2026, the City received an allocation of $1,771,564, with additional carryover funds of $300,000. The goals of the program align with the HUD's primary goals to ensure decent housing, create a suitable living environment, and expand economic opportunities. Specific objectives include promoting fair housing, increasing affordable housing supply and preservation, supporting homeless services, neighborhood preservation, and enhancing infrastructure and public safety in low-income areas. Applications for CDBG funding are solicited through public Requests for Proposals (RFPs), and funds are allocated based on a combination of priority needs and public input. Public comments and survey feedback play a significant role in determining funded activities. Public hearings and comment periods are part of the planning and evaluation process. The draft plan was open for public review from April 17, 2025, to May 19, 2025, with final adoption scheduled for July 7, 2025. The CDBG program does not require matching funds, and all project activities must comply with HUD regulations. Key projects funded under the FY 2025-2026 plan include homeless services, code enforcement, public facility enhancements, housing rehabilitation, and fair housing support services. The administration component ensures proper oversight and compliance, allocated at $354,313. For questions, applicants and stakeholders may contact Maria Siacunco, Housing Services Manager, at (909) 620-3789.