What is the Annual Action Plan and why does it matter?

The Annual Action Plan describes how Gainesville will spend HUD CDBG and HOME funds for housing, homelessness, and community services during 2026–2027.

How much federal funding is expected for 2026–2027?

The city expects $1,430,548 in CDBG funds and $654,934 in HOME funds for the program year.

When and where are the public meetings?

Meetings are June 1–4, 2026, at Senior Recreation Center, Thomas Center (Long Gallery), Alachua County Sports & Event Center, and GTEC; all run 5:30–7:00 PM.

How do I request accommodations for a meeting?

Contact the Office of Equity and Inclusion at (352) 334-5051 or use relay services; request accommodations at least 48 hours before the meeting.

May 20, 2026 Public Hearing: 5701 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL

City of Gainesville Public Notice Program Year 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan As a grant recipient of federal funds through the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), the City of Gainesville (City) will have the opportunity to support housing and community revitalization efforts, promote economic development and investments in underserved neighborhoods, and provide essential services benefitting low-income and vulnerable populations. For the 2026-2027 program year, the city expects to have available $1,430,548 of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and $654,934 of HOME Investment Partnerships Program (HOME) funds. Grant allocations can be used to provide decent and affordable housing, reduce homelessness, support a suitable living environment for all residents, provide essential services, and promote economic opportunities. To receive grant funds, the City must prepare an Annual Action Plan which includes a strategy for addressing needs and outlines the proposed budget for the City's use of HUD funds towards eligible activities. The City invites residents, housing and homeless partners, and other stakeholders to join us to help identify community assets, strengths, and gaps; and to determine the best use of funds for community change. The City encourages participation by all neighbors, especially very-low-income residents, minorities, non-English speaking persons and persons with mobility, visual or hearing impairments. PUBLIC MEETING ANNOUNCEMENT June 1, 2026 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM Senior Recreation Center 5701 NW 34th Blvd June 3, 2026 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM Alachua County Sports & Event Center 4870 Celebration Pointe Ave June 2, 2026 | 5:30-7:00 PM Thomas Center A- Long Gallery 302 NE 6th Avenue June 4, 2026 | 5:30 - 7:00 PM Gainesville Technology Enterprise Center (GTEC) 2153 SE Hawthorne Rd The City of Gainesville is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity/Drug Free Workplace Employer. The City of Gainesville is committed to a policy of non-discrimination in all City programs, services and activities. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals with disabilities or persons with Limited English Proficiency requiring auxiliary aids or services. Persons needing a special accommodation to participate in any proceeding should contact the City of Gainesville Office of Equity and Inclusion at (352) 334-5051 (voice) or 711 (Florida Relay Service) for TTY (Text Telephone Telecommunication Device) users. For Speech to Speech (STS) relay, please call 1-877-955-5334. For STS Spanish relay, please call 1-877-955-8773. For STS French Creole relay, please call 1-877-955-8707. Requests must be made at least 48 hours in advance of meetings in order to allow the City time to provide the requested services.

Public Hearing — 5701 NW 34th Blvd, Gainesville, FL

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