2026-05-14 CDBG Advisory Committee Meeting

The Baldwin Park Council's CDBG Advisory Committee met on May 14, 2026, to review and recommend allocations for the fiscal year 2026-2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding. The committee discussed nine public service agency applications requesting a total of $235,249, with a funding cap of $127,540 based on the 15% allocation limit. Staff provided summaries and performance evaluations for each applicant, including programs addressing domestic violence advocacy, homelessness assistance, graffiti removal, youth programs, senior services, and youth employment. The committee deliberated on funding adjustments, particularly advocating for increased support to youth employment programs while balancing the needs of other services. After discussion, motions were passed to approve staff recommendations for funding amounts, including $20,504 for domestic violence advocacy, $10,000 for the East San Gabriel Valley Coalition for the Homeless, $21,500 for the Pride program, $22,000 for the senior center, and $25,000 for youth employment. The recommendations will be forwarded to the city council for final approval at the June 17 meeting. The committee also emphasized the importance of leveraging other funding sources and ensuring programs can effectively utilize allocated funds to avoid loss of federal funding in future years.