Salvation Army CDBG-DR Funding Request
Summary
The Salvation Army requested city support to apply for an additional $12.5 million in CDBG-DR grant funds from the county to cover rising construction costs for its Center of Hope project. Council members expressed reluctance to forward the request due to concerns over county contingency funds and overall funding availability.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Sep 16, 2026.
Impact analysis
The request involves a $12.5 million funding gap for a project whose estimated cost has risen to between $31 million and $34 million.
Clients and residents utilizing Salvation Army social services and shelter facilities.
No groups negatively affected
Mentions & discussions (2)
CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL - Sep 16, 2026
The Salvation Army requested city support to apply for an additional $12.5 million in CDBG-DR grant funds from the county to cover rising construction costs for its Center of Hope project. Council members expressed reluctance to forward the request due to concerns over county contingency funds and overall funding availability.
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