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HCD Grant Applications

In order to receive funds from the City's block grant program, applicants must demonstrate a given project or program's conformance with the eligibility requirements mandated by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development. Programs providing an area-wide benefit must be located in one of the City's eligible census tracts. Programs providing direct-benefit services to recipients, 51% or more of which are Portland residents from households of low to moderate income, may also qualify for funding.

Once program eligibility is established, each program must also be found consistent with local policies and procedures as outlined in the City's Five-Year 2005-2010 Consolidated Plan. Of particular importance when applicable are the Social Services Priority Needs List and the Physical Improvement Project Review Criteria.

FY 08/09 Funding Cycle Timetable

November 5, 2007 Request for Proposals advertised and available to previous applicants and interested parties
 
November 13, 2007 Pre-Application Meeting for Applicants Tuesday at 1:30 pm in room 209 City Hall
 
December 5, 2007 Deadline for final submission of proposals Wednesday at 4:00 pm in room 312 City Hall
 
January to March 2008 City Manager’s Policy Advisory Committee reviews applications and makes recommendations to the City Manager and City Council
 
March 2008 Public hearings and final HCD budget decisions by City Council
 
July 1, 2008 Start of FY 08-09 funding cycle