The Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program is a flexible program that provides communities with resources to address a wide range of unique community development needs. Beginning in 1974, the CDBG Program is one of the longest continuously run programs administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The CDBG program is authorized under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, Public Law 93-383, as amended; 42 U.S.C. 5301 et seq.
3.Meet an urgent community need that threatens the health or welfare of residents.
Eligible activities may be undertaken by Community-Based Development Organizations (CBDOs), Contractors, Subrecipients as well as divisions within the grantee itself. During the 2011-2012 fiscal year, the City of Harlingen was awarded $864,079 in CDBG funds. CBDOs, Contractors, Subrecipients and Departments within the City applied for CDBG funds. CDBG program funds were allocated through a competitive process based on the local needs and priorities identified Consolidated Plan. The City’s Annual Action Plan describes the activities that will be undertaken with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds in 2011-2012.