Downey City Council Meeting - 4/28/2026

The City of Downey Council Meeting held on April 28, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Notably, the council received a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and HOME Investment Partnership programs, with an expected allocation of approximately $1.8 million in CDBG funds and $414,000 in HOME funds. The plan emphasized housing rehabilitation as the primary investment, with up to 25 projects anticipated next year. The council unanimously approved the submission of the plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Additionally, the council discussed a zoning text amendment to expand minor conditional use permit categories to better support small businesses by reducing fees and streamlining the permit process. The council unanimously directed staff to proceed with this zoning amendment, which is expected to be initiated in July 2026. The meeting also addressed the cost implications of placing charter amendments on the ballot, with the council deciding to pause a $314,500 charter amendment measure due to economic concerns. Other topics included recognition awards, community events, and public safety concerns, but no other procurement actions were taken.