Annual Action Plan Public Hearing- 5/5/2026

The City of Rock Island held a public hearing on May 5, 2026, to discuss the 2026 Annual Action Plan related to the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The meeting outlined the allocation of $1,027,674 in CDBG funds for various community development activities, including administration, public services, neighborhood housing rehabilitation, and business assistance through a revolving loan fund. Specific budget caps were noted, such as 20% for administration and 15% for public services, with nonprofit subrecipients receiving funding through a competitive process. The city also highlighted the use of $438,857 in program income for a business assistance revolving loan program aimed at job creation and economic development. No public comments were received during the meeting, but written comments were invited until May 18, 2026, before the plan's submission to HUD for final approval.