Adopt Resolution No. 2026-08 authorizing the allocation of Fiscal Year 26/27 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding.

The City of Canyon Lake participates annually in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program administered by Riverside County Housing and Workforce Solutions (HWS). Each year, the City receives a federal funding allocation intended to support programs and projects that serve low- to moderate-income individuals within the community.  Historically, City Council has allocated 15% of its annual CDBG allocation to an eligible non-profit public service agency, with the remaining funds directed toward a qualifying public facility project.

On December 5, 2025, city staff issued a public notice inviting nonprofit agencies to submit applications for the City’s FY 2026-2027 CDBG funding allocation. Applications were due January 5, 2026. One application was received, submitted by Helping Our People of Elsinore (HOPE) for its Pantry Program.

City staff, in coordination with HWS, reviewed HOPE’s application and confirmed it meets CDBG eligibility requirements. The proposed program provides direct services exclusively to low-income populations, including seniors; grandparents raising grandchildren; working poor families; single parents; and individuals who are disabled, homeless, or unemployed. Based on this evaluation, and with HWS’s support, staff recommends allocating the maximum allowable 15% ($3,195.00) of the City’s FY 26/27 CDBG funds to HOPE.

Staff further recommends allocating the remaining FY 26/27 CDBG funds to the City’s ongoing ADA Accessibility Project for City Hall. These funds will support completion of ADA improvements identified in the City Hall Accessibility Report.