Upper Darby Community & Economic Development Consolidated & Action Plans Public Hearing July 8, 2026

The Upper Darby Community & Economic Development Consolidated & Action Plans Public Hearing held on July 8, 2026, focused on presenting and discussing the Township's five-year consolidated plan and the annual action plan for program year 52. The meeting detailed the planning process, stakeholder engagement, and data analysis used to develop strategic goals for housing, public facilities, homeless services, economic development, and public services. The Township's HUD entitlement allocation for 2026 includes $148,120 for CDBG funds, $434,614.13 for HOME-funded housing rehabilitation, $600,000 for public facilities and improvements, and specific allocations for public service activities such as emergency shelter operations and legal advocacy. The meeting also covered the process for selecting subrecipients through an RFP and scoring system, and emphasized the importance of timely submission of plans to HUD to avoid funding loss. Public comments addressed program outreach and fund distribution effectiveness, with responses highlighting ongoing efforts to improve communication and program administration. The public comment period remains open until July 14, 2026, with final plans due to HUD by August 14, 2026.