# Santa Maria City Council - September 15, 2026 Meeting

The City of Santa Maria held a City Council meeting on September 15, 2026, which included a significant discussion on the allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds for the 2027-2028 fiscal year. The council reviewed and adopted a resolution approving the CDBG funding priorities, focusing on capital projects such as ADA improvements to city streets, parks, and public facilities. A key procurement-related decision was the approval of a 50/50 split of CDBG capital funding between city-managed projects and public service grants, with prioritization given to Seamus Park and Paul Nelson Pool for accessibility and rehabilitation. The council also discussed the challenges of funding levels, federal regulations affecting construction costs, and the potential impact of a congressional earmark. Public comments addressed community needs including affordable housing, surveillance concerns, and support for local youth programs. No new contracts or vendor selections were reported, but the meeting set clear priorities for upcoming capital improvement projects and grant funding processes.

**Jurisdictions:** sled
**Industries:** Construction & Infrastructure, Public Safety
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure, Grants & Funding
**Published:** September 15, 2026

### Sources
- [Santa Maria City Council - September 15, 2026 Meeting](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8uclkZH0ac) - City of Santa Maria, California